Crime Salad

Content Warning: This episode contains detailed discussion of child abduction, sexual violence, and murder. Listener discretion is advised. In February 2009, 14-year-old Amber Dubois disappeared while walking to school in Escondido, California. Her family searched tirelessly—without answers. A year later, 17-year-old Chelsea King went missing during her routine run in a nearby park. Was this a total coincidence that two young girls completely vanished? Or was there a serial killer to blame? In this episode, we piece together the facts behind Amber’s disappearance, the shocking investigation into serial offender John Gardner, and how one mother’s heartbreak became a mission to protect others. Hosted by Ashley and Ricky Plum of Crime Salad. Thanks to the sponsors for this episode Switching is easy. Keep your phone, your number, and your sanity.  To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/salad Episode Resources & Support Links If you'd like to support the families affected by today’s case or learn more: Amber Dubois Memorial Foundation  https://www.amberduboisfoundation.org Chelsea’s Light Foundation  https://www.chelseaslight.org If you or someone you know has been impacted by a case like this, here are some organizations offering grief support and victim advocacy: National Center for Victims of Crime  https://victimsofcrime.org Parents of Murdered Children (POMC)  https://pomc.org RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network)  https://www.rainn.org | 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE The Dougy Center—Grief Support for Children & Families  https://www.dougy.org Crisis Text Line  Text HOME to 741741 (free, 24/7 crisis support) Have a Case You Want Us to Cover? If there's a case you'd like to hear us cover, please reach out—we’re always listening! Follow us on our most active platforms:  TikTok   Instagram    Facebook (we check it too, just not as often) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Irish father Jason Corbett relocated to North Carolina with his two children, it was meant to be a fresh chapter after the tragic loss of his first wife, Mags. He eventually married Molly Martens, an American woman hired to help care for his young children. But nearly a decade later, Jason’s life would end violently inside their North Carolina home—sparking an international investigation and a courtroom battle that has left many questions unanswered. In this episode, we look deeper into the years leading up to Jason’s death through the eyes of his daughter Sarah, now an adult, and his sister Tracey Corbett Lynch, who has long fought for answers. Tracey remembers troubling signs during the couple’s wedding visit to America, including Molly’s alleged behavior and inconsistencies in her personal story. Meanwhile, Sarah later came forward with unsettling memories from childhood—claims that challenge the public image of a loving stepmother and raise questions about control and manipulation inside the home. From conflicting narratives to transatlantic legal twists, we break down the facts, examine the claims, and explore why many still feel justice remains out of reach for Jason Corbett and his children. Please note: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence, mental health, and graphic content related to a violent murder. Listener discretion is advised. Thanks to our sponsors! Cash App: Download Cash App and use our code CRIMESALAD when you sign up. Send $5 to a friend within 14 days and get $10 back—no catch. That’s money. That’s Cash App. Detective Perspective—One unsolved case, real insight, every week. Listen to Mondays wherever you get your podcasts. Watch Tuesdays on YouTube. As always, we’re so grateful for our Crime Salad Patreon and Apple subscribers—your support means the world to us and helps us play our part in spreading awareness about these important topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the 1990s, Knoxville’s ‘Zoo Man’ wasn’t just caring for elephants—he was hiding horrific secrets. Thomas Huskey was accused of attacking sex workers and eventually linked to multiple murders. His shocking defense? Multiple personalities. This is the disturbing true story of the Zoo Man Killer. Content Warning: sexual assault, sex work, strangulation, murder, and mental illness. Need support? • UK: NUM—Call 0800 464 7669 (Tues–Fri, 10am–4pm) or email casework@nationaluglymugs.org • US: Sex Workers Project—Call 646-602-5617 or email swp@urbanjustice.org Sponsor for this episode: FÜM is a flavored air device—no nicotine, no vapor, no batteries. Just breathe in and enjoy. Try it at tryfum.com/salad and use code SALAD for a free gift with your Journey Pack. Thomas Huskey Zoo Man Killer Knoxville murders Knoxville Zoo Magnolia Avenue, Knoxville Tennessee serial killer Dissociative Identity Disorder DID defense 1990s true crime serial killer podcast sex worker homicides unsolved true crime true crime podcast 🔎 #TrueCrime #ZooMan #ThomasHuskey #SerialKiller #KnoxvilleTrueCrime #DID #MentalHealth #CrimePodcast #Unsolved #MurderMystery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Crime Salad, we’re diving into the heartbreaking story of Stephanie Marie Wasilishin—a devoted mother, talented pastry chef, and vibrant woman whose life was cut short on July 9, 1993. What happened that night in Sedona, Arizona has haunted her family for over three decades, especially her daughters, Nikki and Christina. Stephanie’s story began long before that tragic night. After the loss of her twin brother in infancy, her family relocated from Illinois to the Deep South, settling in Arizona. Years later, she would meet Russell Peterson, the man who would become her partner and the father of her youngest daughter. But when Stephanie was found dead in their home, and Russell was the only witness, the lines between accident, suicide, and murder became painfully blurred. Despite Stephanie’s death being ruled a homicide, no one has ever been charged—and the case remains one of the many unsolved mysteries we explore on this show. Through Nikki’s courageous efforts to seek justice and keep her mother’s story alive! If you’re drawn to true crime stories that mix deep emotion with disturbing questions, this one’s for you. We’re unpacking not only a potential murder but also the ripple effect it left behind. Be sure to follow us on social media for updates, contemporary crimes, behind-the-scenes content, and more:  📱 TikTok, Instagram, Facebook → @crimesaladpodcast While you're there, follow Stephanie’s daughter on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nicolewasilishin Also, please consider signing this petition: https://www.change.org/p/demand-a-complete-homicide-investigation-for-the-murder-of-stephanie-marie-wasilishin?source_location=petition_update_page As always, we’re so grateful for our Crime Salad Patreon and Apple subscribers—your support means the world to us and helps us play our part in spreading awareness about these important topics. Thanks to our sponsors:  Miracle Made—Sleep better with silver-infused, temperature-regulating sheets.   Save 40% + get a free towel set at TryMiracle.com/CRIMESALAD with code CRIMESALAD.  BetterHelp—Therapy made simple. Get 10% off your first month.   Visit BetterHelp.com/CRIMESALAD Sponsored by BetterHelp.  Detective Perspective—One unsolved case, real insight, every week.   Listen on Mondays wherever you get your podcasts. Watch Tuesdays on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On May 28, 2022, 19-year-old Dylan Rounds vanished in the Utah desert—his life and dreams of building something of his own were cut short by senseless violence. In today’s episode, we reflect on the impact of Dylan’s story, where the case stands today, and how his loved ones continue to fight. Want to help or learn more? Visit dylanroundslegacy.org. Please consider sharing this episode on social media to help keep Dylan’s story alive. We’re incredibly thankful for our Crime Salad Patreon and Apple subscribers—your support helps us continue telling the stories that matter. Support here: patreon.com/Crimesaladpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On May 8, 2025, a teenage girl arrived at a Wawa convenience store in Gloucester Township, New Jersey.  Her shaved head and scarred-up wrists clearly told a story that something was wrong. She wasn’t there to grab a snack or fill up a gas tank—her neighbor had driven her there to meet authorities. She was in desperation to escape a nightmare that, according to investigators, had lasted nearly seven long years. But in the moment she was hesitant to tell them everything.  Her story would later reveal years of abuse and imprisonment—suffering inflicted by the very people who were supposed to love and protect her. Somehow, it all went unnoticed, hidden behind closed doors with no contact with the outside world. What makes this case even more disturbing is how it exposes the glaring gaps in how we monitor the safety and well-being of homeschooled children in America. Listener discretion is strongly advised. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or needs help, contact the National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) or visit childhelp.org for resources and support. If you believe in amplifying the voices of those who’ve been unfairly silenced, consider becoming a subscriber on Apple Podcasts or joining us on Patreon. Your support helps us continue the deep research, careful storytelling, and advocacy that these stories deserve. Every contribution makes a difference—and keeps us going. Apple Podcasts Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’d love to hear your perspective on Anthony’s story. Do you think Anthony Godby Johnson was a real teenage boy who was unfairly discredited? Or do you believe that Vicki Johnson, or maybe even someone else entirely, made the whole thing up? If so, what do you think might’ve motivated the person behind the mask to concoct such an elaborate story? Leave a comment to join in this interesting discussion. Please share today’s episode on social media as we continue to work to grow our channel. **Crime Salad Patreon and Apple subscribers—your support means the world to us and helps us play our part in sharing the insights and answers we gather while researching these cases! Check out our subscription options for ad-free listening through Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/Crimesaladpodcast or Apple Podcasts! Do you follow us?! If not, please do!! Instagram: @crimesaladpodcast TikTok: @crimesaladpodcast Facebook: Crime Salad Podcast Thanks to our sponsors for this episode: Mint Mobile: Get premium wireless starting at just $15 a month—no catch. Visit MintMobile.com/CrimeSalad Cash App: Download Cash App and sign up with code CRIMESALAD, send $5, and get $10. Terms apply. That’s Money. That’s Cash App. Check out this podcast: GraveYard Tales: Explore the strange, spooky, and unexplained. Visit GraveyardPodcast.com or listen to GraveYard Tales wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for tuning in and supporting Crime Salad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special throwback episode, we revisit the haunting unsolved case of Amy Mihaljevic, the 10-year-old girl who was abducted from a Bay Village, Ohio shopping plaza in 1989 and later found murdered in a rural Ashland County field. We’ll take you through the chilling timeline, exploring the ongoing investigation, new DNA testing, and the relentless pursuit of answers that still grips investigators and true crime enthusiasts alike. With fresh updates and expert insights, we ask, will Amy’s killer finally be brought to justice? Despite the passage of 35 years, hope remains alive, and the truth is still waiting to be uncovered. Check out our sponsor FUM: use our code SALAD to get a free gift with your Journey Pack! https://www.tryfum.com/SALAD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Diane Homan McGee did everything she could to escape the grip of abuse—seeking protection through the courts and local police. In a moment of “enough is enough,” she tried to build a life of safety and peace for herself and her children. But then, Amy’s life was taken by the very man she had fought so hard to get away from. This episode tells the story of Amy’s strength, her fight for protection, and the overlooked dangers that could have saved her life. It’s a reminder that leaving isn’t the end of the battle for many survivors—it’s often when the danger escalates most. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone. Help is available 24/7 through the National Domestic Violence Hotline:  📞 Call 1-800-799-7233  💬 Text “START” to 88788  💻 Or chat live at thehotline.org You deserve safety. You deserve to be heard. Things you need to check out: “Telling Amy’s Story” by Penn State Public Broadcasting: https://www.pbs.org/video/telling-amys-story-84oxa5/ Thank you for supporting Crime Salad! Consider becoming a Patreon or Apple Subscriber to support the show! Thanks for listening! - Ashley & Ricky Key topics: Amy McGee case, domestic violence murder, State College Pennsylvania, intimate partner homicide, Telling Amy’s Story documentary, Vincent McGee, Deirdri Fishel, protective order failure, true crime domestic abuse, Mariska Hargitay, warning signs of abuse, emotional abuse, controlling partners, IPV statistics, victim advocacy, domestic violence resources. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born on September 7, 2019, Journey—referred to as J.G. in legal documents—had a heartbreaking start to life in Tulare County, California. It didn’t take long for Tulare County Child Welfare Services (CWS) to begin receiving multiple reports concerning Journey’s safety and well-being. In the year leading up to Journey’s birth, his father became consumed by conspiracy theories and developed a dangerous plan to raise an entirely plant-based baby. Journey’s parents took their beliefs to an extreme, feeding their newborn a diet of blended bananas, dates, and honey—ignoring his basic nutritional needs for breast milk or infant formula. Despite repeated calls from Journey’s grandmother to Child Protective Services (CPS), no effective action was taken until it was tragically too late. Miraculously, Journey survived the severe neglect and abuse, but he now faces lifelong challenges as a result of the trauma he endured. Thanks to our sponsors!  BetterHelp: Visit better help.com/crime salad to get 10% off your first month. Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month FREE at GetKikoff.com/crimesalad today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Shopify: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/crime salad.  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Journey Tulare County  J.G. CPS case Tulare County child neglect Plant-based baby neglect Child Protective Services failure Tulare County CPS lawsuit Infant neglect California Journey child abuse survivor Tulare County Child Welfare Services CPS failure California Child nutrition neglect Honey dates baby diet Child abuse true crime Journey survivor story Child welfare reform California Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices