Method & Madness
Seeking truth in true crime? Whether it’s challenging what you think you know about a case, pushing for answers on an unsolved murder, or highlighting injustice - you'll find it here with your host, Dawn. Method and Madness will take you on a journey of immersive storytelling, insight, and advocacy as we dive into mostly lesser-known cases. You'll hear from survivors, family members, investigators, and more. REACH OUT: [email protected] CONNECT: https://www.instagram.com/methodandmadnesspod/ https://twitter.com/MethodPod DIVE INTO MORE: MethodandMadnessPodcast.com
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- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 128
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Replay - Discarded: Surjit Athwal
Surjit Athwal was 16 years old when she was forced to marry a man 10 years her senior. It was outside of London, England but life for the young wife was isolating, tense and abusive. As Surjit tried …
01:01:08 |
Tue 16 Sep 2025
101. Preventable: The Killing of Halyna Hutchins
On October 21, 2021, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was killed on the set of the film Rust, a tragedy that shook Hollywood and the world.
In this episode, we explore how a series of missteps, overlo…
In this episode, we explore how a series of missteps, overlo…
00:38:25 |
Tue 26 Aug 2025
100. Callous: The Murder of Adrianne Reynolds
This week’s episode of Method & Madness is being released alongside a new installment of Mean Girl Murders titled “Tears of a Clown” on Investigation Discovery and HBO Max, where I was honored to con…
00:47:19 |
Mon 04 Aug 2025
99. Unjust: The Murders of Jeremy & Lauri
As Pride Month comes to a close, we honor two lives taken too soon; one an openly gay man, the other a fierce ally.
This week’s episode tells the story of Jeremy Waggoner, a gentle soul and hairstylis…
This week’s episode tells the story of Jeremy Waggoner, a gentle soul and hairstylis…
00:29:51 |
Mon 30 Jun 2025
2025 Case Updates
A note from Dawn regarding 2 big updates to cases covered recently on Method & Madness.
Listen to the original episodes here:
Samantha Humphrey
John Umberger
Thank you for listening.
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Listen to the original episodes here:
Samantha Humphrey
John Umberger
Thank you for listening.
Become a supporter of…
00:06:10 |
Fri 06 Jun 2025
98. Murdered: Priscilla Pimentel
On Thanksgiving weekend in 2006, 24-year-old Priscilla Pimentel, affectionately known as “Peaches” by her family, never showed up for dinner. Days later, her siblings made a devastating discovery ins…
00:21:24 |
Thu 05 Jun 2025
Replay - Loyalty: Enrique Roman Martinez
This is a replay of Enrique's story. It's been almost 5 years since the remains of Enrique Roman-Martinez washed ashore in North Carolina. Someone knows something.
In May 2020, Fort Bragg Paratrooper …
In May 2020, Fort Bragg Paratrooper …
00:53:17 |
Wed 21 May 2025
97. Unfinished: The Murder of Wilma June Nissen
An investigator, determined to identify a Jane Doe. A young woman, determined to meet her birth mother. Their paths would cross in 2006, and a murder investigation would begin.
In October 1978, 23-yea…
In October 1978, 23-yea…
00:34:16 |
Fri 09 May 2025
Replay - Consequences: Jacob Landin
On April 9, 1987, 9-month-old Jacob Landin was critically injured in his New Mexico home. He later died from blunt force trauma to the head. Despite the tragedy, Jacob’s case received no media attent…
01:02:15 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
96. Found: Enci 'Aubrey' Wu
14-year-old Enci “Aubrey” Wu vanished in January 2025, leaving a Pennsylvania community desperate for answers. Three months later, she was found — safe — hundreds of miles from home. This episode unp…
00:21:30 |
Sat 26 Apr 2025
95. Murdered: Samantha Humphrey
Samantha Humphrey was a brilliant, funny, and empathetic child taken far too soon. Who would want to harm her?
It was the day after Thanksgiving, 2022, when 14-year-old Samantha went missing in Schene…
It was the day after Thanksgiving, 2022, when 14-year-old Samantha went missing in Schene…
00:44:35 |
Tue 08 Apr 2025
Replay - Missing: Jared McColloch
33-year-old Jared McColloch has been missing since 11/5/23.
On November 4th, 2023, Jared drove over 500 miles north from his home in Louisiana. He arrived in Salem, Illinois, at 1:38 AM the next day …
On November 4th, 2023, Jared drove over 500 miles north from his home in Louisiana. He arrived in Salem, Illinois, at 1:38 AM the next day …
00:28:51 |
Tue 01 Apr 2025
94. Missing: Enci 'Aubrey' Wu
April 15th, 2025 Update: Enci ‘Aubrey’ Wu has been found safe! More details to come.
Enci Wu, who goes by Aubrey, is a 14-year-old girl who went missing in January 2025 from her Palmer Township, PA ho…
Enci Wu, who goes by Aubrey, is a 14-year-old girl who went missing in January 2025 from her Palmer Township, PA ho…
00:20:55 |
Tue 25 Mar 2025
93. Missing: Danielle Bell
Months went by and a 14-year-old's disappearance got little media attention. 23 years later, one woman is ensuring this story isn't forgotten.
High School freshman Danielle Bell went to a party on th…
High School freshman Danielle Bell went to a party on th…
00:35:19 |
Tue 11 Mar 2025
92. The Fight: Eva’s Story (Higui)
A day meant to honor and celebrate mothers became a moment of cruelty for a childless woman.
On October 16, 2016 police in Bella Vista were called to a bloody scene outside a residence. Piecing togeth…
On October 16, 2016 police in Bella Vista were called to a bloody scene outside a residence. Piecing togeth…
00:35:55 |
Tue 25 Feb 2025
91. User: The Danger Online
Two cases are discussed today, both involving sensitive topics about child sexual abuse. Please listen with care.
His message to her read “I made a vow to you that in sickness and in health I would al…
His message to her read “I made a vow to you that in sickness and in health I would al…
00:28:25 |
Fri 22 Nov 2024
90. Wicked: Salem’s Youngest Witch
4-year-old Dorothy Good was taken into custody by the Marshalls’ deputy on March 24th,1692. She was questioned in court briefly and sent to jail. She spent her “sentence” in a dark, grim dungeon afte…
00:30:27 |
Fri 08 Nov 2024
89. Solving Cold Cases with Othram’s Dr. Kristen Mittelman
Buckle up for an in-depth conversation with Othram’s Dr. Kristen Mittelman. We delve into the fascinating world of genetic genealogy and how it’s revolutionizing the way we solve cold cases. Dr. Mitt…
00:54:17 |
Tue 22 Oct 2024
88. Indifference: The Murder of Romona Moore
It wasn’t like 21-year-old Romona Moore to run off. Nobody knew that better than her mom, Ellie Carmichael.
In April of 2003, Romona left the Brooklyn home she shared with her mother and said she was…
In April of 2003, Romona left the Brooklyn home she shared with her mother and said she was…
00:43:15 |
Tue 08 Oct 2024
87. Accused: The Murder of Dolores Della Penna
In July of 1972, residents in the Tacony neighborhood of Philadelphia witnessed a violent abduction right outside their homes. Nobody called the police. The next morning, 17-year-old Dolores Della P…
00:33:29 |
Tue 17 Sep 2024
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