In this episode, we dive into the shocking murder of Alberta Meadows by Clara Phillips, a glamorous showgirl whose jealous rage turned deadly. After killing Alberta with a hammer, Clara staged a sensational escape, fleeing 4,000 miles through Central America before her capture in Honduras. We unravel Clara’s troubled marriage, the dramatic courtroom showdown, and the scandalous prison life that followed. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Right now, Skylight is offering our listeners $30 off their 15 inch Calendars by going to Skylightcal.com/MOMS. We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/MOMS. This deal is not available on their regular website. Go to Suvie.com/Moms to get 16 free meals with your risk free trial. Save time, eat better with Suvie. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/moms. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: https://www.newspapers.com/image/623196031/?match=1&terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/623196035/?terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380572671/?fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjM4MDU3MjY3MSwiaWF0IjoxNzUwMzcwNjMwLCJleHAiOjE3NTA0NTcwMzB9.ka_hI2eyGuWChs_ElDBohGG_W_6_VCgDwQZRFXckwwY https://www.newspapers.com/image/380572177/?terms=clara%20phillips Clara Phillips won the jury with her smile https://www.newspapers.com/image/380468376/?match=1&terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380468369/?terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380572630/?terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380505667/?match=1&terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380505644/?match=1&terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380505667/?terms=clara%20phillips https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/241607856/clara-phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380505635/?terms=clara%20phillips Clara Phillips will leave prison today Clara Phillips, The Tiger https://www.newspapers.com/image/678202912/?match=1&terms=%22clara%20phillips%22 https://www.newspapers.com/image/608332674/?match=1&terms=%22clara%20phillips%22 https://www.newspapers.com/image/605876799/?match=1&terms=%22clara%20phillips%22 https://www.newspapers.com/image/622989771/?terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/622989802/?terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/622988129/?match=1&terms=%22clara%20phillips%22 https://www.newspapers.com/image/622125668/?match=1&terms=%22clara%20phillips%22 https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1994-08-08-me-24759-story.html https://www.nytimes.com/1926/04/24/archives/hammer-murderess-to-see-dying-mother-clara-phillips-will-be-allowed.html https://www.facebook.com/homesteadmuseum/videos/955035611672864 https://www.newspapers.com/image/678181419/?match=1&terms=Clara%20Phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/678181468/?terms=Clara%20Phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/678187014/?match=1&terms=Clara%20Phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/678204113/?terms=Clara%20Phillips https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-san-bernardino-county-sun-clara-phil/1305750/?locale=en-US https://www.newspapers.com/image/970685467/ https://www.newspapers.com/image/380443505/?match=1&terms=Clara%20Phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/608109793/?match=1&terms=Clara%20Phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/380444832/?match=1&terms=Peggy%20Caffee https://www.newspapers.com/image/678179588/?match=1&terms=Peggy%20Caffee https://www.newspapers.com/image/1097511427/?match=1&terms=clara%20phillips https://www.newspapers.com/image/586278395/?fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjU4NjI3ODM5NSwiaWF0IjoxNzQ5OTMzMjg4LCJleHAiOjE3NTAwMTk2ODh9.2CUhKmDOnTkZmd5ZFuJ1a5fXrNrefxU2SCXC39EWFew&terms=clara%20phillips&match=1
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UPDATE: Amy Bishop-Mad Scientist
In this updated episode, we're revisiting a case we covered back in 2020: the shocking story of Amy Bishop, who committed a mass shooting at the University of Alabama in Huntsville in 2010. Since we first discussed the case, there have been several important updates. Stick with us as we dive into what’s happened since then. Join us for a refresher on Amy’s strange and twisted story—a disgruntled Harvard graduate, a secret neighborhood pizza party, and a series of bizarre events that escalated into violence. From the tragic shooting of her brother to her infamous shooting spree at the university, we’ll revisit the highs and lows of this truly bizarre and disturbing case. But don’t worry, we’ve got some good updates too! We’ll be sharing the latest developments, including the rejection of Amy’s attempt to overturn her conviction, and the groundbreaking medical research that came from this case, led by one of the survivors. It's a full-circle moment that turns tragedy into hope for others. This is an updated episode packed with new insights and shocking revelations, and we’re bringing you all the details. Tune in to hear it all! Thank you to this week's sponsors: Right now IQBAR is offering our special podcast listeners 20% off all IQBAR products, plus get FREE shipping. Just text MOMS to 64000. Message and data rates may apply. See terms for details. Give your summer closet an upgrade—with Quince. Go to Quince.com/moms for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Start your risk-free Greenlight trial today at Greenlight.com/moms.
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MURDERED: Suzanne Morphew
On Mother’s Day 2020, Suzanne Morphew set out for what was supposed to be a normal bike ride near her home in Colorado — and vanished. What followed was a years-long mystery filled with twists, shifting stories, and courtroom drama. From tranquilizer darts to DNA, secret affairs to a second arrest years later — this episode unpacks the timeline, the evidence, and the search for justice in Suzanne’s case. Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Save 30% on your first month of subscription by going to dosedaily.co/MOMS or entering MOMS at checkout. Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody Collection and more at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. Get the best savings of the season during Boll & Branch’s Annual Summer Event! Get 20% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch.com/moms. Limited time only. Exclusions apply. Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more. Sources: https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/sites/default/files/2025-06/Grand%20Jury%20Indictment.pdf https://www.courts.state.co.us/userfiles/file/Court_Probation/11th_Judicial_District/Chaffee/cases%20of%20interest/21CR78/21cr78%20Morphew%20Redacted%20Affidavit.pdf https://www.cnn.com/2022/04/20/us/barry-morphew-case-dismissed https://www.9news.com/article/news/crime/barry-morphew-voting-case/73-e07f71af-f8e8-4446-8b4e-7fba7efc7a87 https://abcnews.go.com/US/barry-morphew-daughters-speak-1st-time-murder-charges/story?id=84520181 https://denvergazette.com/news/morphew-suzanne-barry-nephew-speaks-out-mothers-day-cold-case/article_e1217582-f115-11ed-a927-a7cd2341ddbd.html https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/news/story/suzanne-morphew-husband-daughters-lawsuit-99247022 https://kdvr.com/news/local/barry-morphew-prosecutors-complaint-judge-evidence-suzanne/ https://apnews.com/article/colorado-linda-stanley-barry-suzanne-morphew-disbar-81909eb43a2e913e56c992c9844a0d56 https://www.cpr.org/2024/09/26/colorado-malicious-prosecution-lawsuit-dismissed-barry-morphew/ https://apnews.com/article/suzanne-barry-morphew-colorado-woman-killed-charges-e1fc0dc5aef07f414060fc055222d0f3 https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/suzanne-morphew-case-evidence-photos/2/ https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/sites/default/files/2023-08/21CR78%20Morphew%20Complaint%20and%20Information.pdf https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/226547568/suzanne_renee-morphew
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True Crime Documentaries You Can’t Miss: Insider Picks with Kate Casey of Reality Life with Kate Casey
This week we’re joined by the one and only Kate Casey from Reality Life with Kate Casey! Kate is a true crime enthusiast and reality TV queen, and she’s here to share her top documentary recommendations you won’t want to miss. From Amanda Knox to Captive Audience, Kate takes us through the twists and turns of these captivating real-life stories. She also dives into the bizarre world of cults, with picks like Wild Wild Country and The Keepers. Get ready for mind-blowing true crime narratives, from a mysterious baby swap to shocking family secrets. We chat about documentaries that made a huge impact, including The Jinx, The Devil Next Door, and Golden Greed — and trust us, you’ll want to add these to your watchlist. Kate also shares her thoughts on some of the most intense documentaries out there, while Mandy and Melissa get sucked into the conversation, offering their own recommendations along the way. Don’t forget to check out Kate’s podcast, Reality Life with Kate Casey, where she shares expert reviews on unscripted TV and interviews guests you won’t find anywhere else! Tune in for: 🎥 Kate’s top documentary picks, including The Keepers, Icarus, and The Lost Sons 💔 Heart-wrenching stories like the kidnapping of Steven Stainer and the unsolved case of Sister Kathy 👀 Reality TV insights and behind-the-scenes moments with top producers 🎙️ A candid conversation with Kate about her unique career in unscripted TV Thank you to this week's sponsors! Go to DimeBeautyCO.com today and new customers get 25% off! Take control of your health outside the doctor’s office today and get a $100 credit towards your annual membership at FunctionHealth.com/MYSTERIES. But act fast; the $100 credit is only for the first 1,000 listeners. Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody Collection and more at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select "podcast" in the survey and be sure to select "Moms and Mysteries" show in the dropdown menu that follows.
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MURDERED: Angie Dodge, Revisited
In conjunction with our new episode on Chris Tapp’s tragic death, we’re re-releasing our original episode about Angie Dodge’s heartbreaking murder. In this episode, we dive into the details of Angie’s unsolved murder in Idaho and the tireless fight her mother, Carol Dodge, waged for justice—not only for Angie but also for Chris Tapp, who was wrongfully convicted of her death. This is the first part of the story, and we encourage you to listen to both episodes as we follow the twists and turns that eventually led to Chris’s exoneration and, tragically, his untimely death. Both episodes are essential to understanding this complex case and the ongoing search for justice.
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Moms and Mysteries is a true crime podcast hosted by Mandy and Melissa, two friends who deep dive into a new case each week. Conversational in tone and heavy on the levity, you’ll enjoy their original takes on both the well-known, and those lesser heard of true crime stories.
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