Murder She Joked
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Murder She JokedNov 23, 2021
Episode 50 - Death at a Day's Inn
Tragedy strikes when Tawny & Taylor Montgomery, identical twins and heiresses to the Day’s Inn fortune, visit Tampa. Our brave podcast host Margaret Fitzbottom dives into the twins’ time in Tampa to solve the mystery of Tawny’s murder at the local Day’s Inn. Hairdressers, continental breakfasts, and wedding specials abound in this suspenseful episode.
Cast: Cortney Warner, Libby Genz, Becky Hughes, Katy Hennen, and special guest Dustin Molina. Editing and production by Drew Harrison and Becky Hughes. Music by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from SoundEffectsPlus.com and FreeSound.org.
Episode 49 - The Snare Scare at Lafayette High with Camila Frausto
Aspiring Princeton student Stacy Anderson unravels the mystery of Lafayette High’s iconic snare drum found destroyed at the top of the clock tower – oh, and the dead janitor. Can Stacy track down the murderer and their motive despite her low GPA? Today’s episode features special guest Camila Frausto.
Cast: Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Becky Hughes, and Camila Frausto. Editing and production by Drew Harrison and Becky Hughes. Music by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from FreeSound.org. Additional sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/365064/, https://freesound.org/s/326920/.
Episode 48: iCSI (Re-release)
Grab a cool beanie and join Trevor and his good buddy Tad as they solve already solved crimes using state of the art indie crime scene investigation techniques. On this episode of Murder She Joked, Trevor looks into the serial killer, Vino Tamagucci, and he just might find love along the way. Cast (in order of appearance:) Rachel Wilson, Cortney Warner, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz. Editing by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. iCSI theme: https://freesound.org/s/32293/. Sound effects from Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV.
Other sound effects: https://freesound.org/people/Kev%20G/sounds/219854/, https://freesound.org/people/cgrote/sounds/133841/, https://freesound.org/people/shinshi/sounds/135482/
Episode 47 - The Silly Snake Killer with Emma Supica
The Golden Corral Zoo was a difficult place to work for many reasons, but the discovery of a corpse in the diarrhea bathroom made it much much worse. Can Patricia Longbottom use this murder to propel her out of a dead end career into a successful podcasting gig? This episode features Emma Supica, Executive Director of Unscripted Improv and member of Cherry Bomb.
Cast: Becky Hughes, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Cortney Warner, and Emma Supica. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Additional sound effect: https://freesound.org/s/400831/
Episode 46 - The Armando with Chelsea Devantez
This week Murder She Joked tries an Armando. Our guest is head writer for the Problem with Jon Stewart on Apple TV + and host of the incredible podcast Celebrity Book Club, Chelsea Devantez. We gave Chelsea the suggestion “Rhythmic Gymnastics” and she improvised a short monologue based on our suggestion. Then we did a regular show based on her monologue. Then you’ll listen to the show based on this summary. Everything is base.
Cast: Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Katy Hennen, Cortney Warner, Becky Hughes. Special thanks to Chelsea Devantez. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Episode 45 - The Girl Boss Murders with Juliet Prather
Melinda McCarthy killed 6 almost 7 people if she had her way. What caused her to snap? Today’s episode features Juliet Prather, Brooklyn-based comedian and writer.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, Becky Hughes, Juliet Prather. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Episode 44 - The Exorcism of Tanya Thompson with Jeb Bishop
When Tanya Thompson started acting a little differently, her mother assumed the devil was inside of her. What really happened, was much less sinister. Today’s episode features Nashville-based improvisor, Jeb Bishop.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Becky Hughes, Cortney Warner, Jeb Bishop. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Additional sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/460424/ and Depression Part 2.mp3 by HoliznaCC0.
Episode 43 - The Sunscreen Lady Murders
When the O'Brien family left for a fun vacation on the Sunscreen Lady, a Division of the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, they all expected to return with a glowing tan and a relaxed mindset. They could have never expected that they wouldn’t return at all. Find out what happened in this episode of Murder She Joked.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, & Becky Hughes. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Additional sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/460424/
Episode 42 - Murder on the Privately Owned Express
Caroline Parker was witness to a gruesome murder on a train. With nothing but an audio recorder, a train full of suspects, and time, can Caroline solve the case? Today’s episode features New York based improvisors Rebecca Acevedo and Lane Koivu.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Katy Hennen, Dana Daniele, Becky Hughes, Lane Koivu, and Rebecca Acevedo. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Episode 41 - Two Guys One Film
Dylan and Dane from Two Guys One Film unfortunately have to take over Murder She Joked as the were all murdered in a blood bath. Don’t worry, they’ll figure out what happened to your favorite podcast hosts. Hopefully.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, Cortney Warner, Becky Huges. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Special thanks to J Grant Collins.
Episode 40 - Chicken Wing Wednesdays with Max Kemp
Cecilia and Reuben Clark were a power couple. Her: chief surgeon at the Galbraith hospital. Him: head chef at the Galbraith hospital. Together, serial killers at the Galbraith hospital. Learn more about them, renal failure, and the singular bird hole in this episode of Murder She Joked. Today’s episode features Max Kemp from Cherry Bomb and Gnu Tales. This is the final episode of our third season! We'll be taking a few months off and will be back with more episodes later this winter.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Max Kemp, Dana Daniele, Libby Genz. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Episode 39 - Who Puked on My Carpet? With Becky Hughes
Hello. I am Tabitha Chonks. One of my friends puked on my carpet at last night’s book club. I investigate in this episode.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Becky Hughes, Katy Hennen. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack: Flowing Down a River by Unheard Music Concepts; Mozart - Piano Sonata in B-flat major, III. Allegretto Grazioso by Brendan Kinsella; The Endless March of Sadness By Unheard Music Concepts
Episode 38 - Ghost Ghost Hunters with Dillon Davis
Miss Misty’s Orphanage mysteriously burned down in the 1980s. Most people made it out alive, except for the janitor Keith Pearson. Once the orphanage was rebuilt, mysterious things kept happening. Can Murder She Joked and the Ghost Ghost Hunters piece this story together? This episode features Dillon Davis from the Youth Group Survivor Support Group podcast and Roll Out, a D&D podcast.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Katy Hennen, Dillon Davis, and Cortney Warner. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack: Go then, there are other worlds than these by ROZKOL, Slow Muties by ROZKOL
Episode 37 - Deborah Waters with Jules Wilson
Deborah Waters was found guilty of murdering three neighbors, but she always maintained her innocence. Can host, Shelby Cannoli, figure out the truth? To support the podcast visit: www.givememoney.com. This episode features friend Jules Wilson creator of Friendly Neighborhood Queer, Rough Cut and Create, and Awfully Big Adventure Consulting.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Cortney Warner, and Jules Wilson. Editing by Drew Harrison. Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Additional sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/170371/
Episode 36 - Chompers Beef Sticks with Meghan Rose
When two people and two dogs suddenly died at the Millersville Dog Agility Contest attention was finally brought to the underbelly of jealousy, competition, and lies that surrounded the event. This episode features the creator of our theme song, NYC-based musician, and creator of Xena: Warrior Musical, Meghan Rose.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Dana Daniele, Meghan Rose, Cortney Warner. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Episode 35 - Murder She Joked LIVE with Catherine Schwartz
This episode was recorded LIVE at Third Coast Comedy Club in Nashville, TN. Special guest Catherine Schwartz joined us again! Also, special thanks to Eddie Ortiz for doing standup before the show.
Cast: Dana Daniele, Catherine Schwartz, Libby Genz, Katy Hennen, Cortney Warner.
Episode 34 - Sunshine with Grant Collins
Host Tara Montgomery overheard a mystery on walkie-talkies while riding a public city bus in Charlottesville, VA involving a possible murder, definitely missing person, and ducks. This episode features Grant Collins former coach of Murder She Joked, writer and performer in Take Me For Granted, creator of Life in mono, and former improvisor at the Second City Chicago and iO Chicago.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Libby Genz, Dana Daniel, and Grant Collins. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Additional Sound Effects: https://freesound.org/s/70107/
Episode 33 - Krimpus and Krampus with Christina Irene
When High Elf Krampus and mayor of Rumplestiltskenville is murdered by a beast in the middle of the town square, everyone is shocked. Host Cornelia Whiplash tries to get to the bottom of this mystery and uncovers an illicit drug trade that goes all the way to the top! This episode features original MSJ member Christina Irene.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cornelia Whiplash, Katy Hennen, Christina Irene, Libby Genz. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Other sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/571978/, https://freesound.org/s/421852/. Soundtrack: Jig of Slurs. Dublin Reel - Merry Blacksmith. The Mountain Road by Sláinte, The Banshee. Gravel Walks. The Old Copperplate by Sláinte, Britches Full of Stitches. Munster Bank. Bill Sullivan's (The A Polkas) by Sláinte, Scully's Reel. Mrs McLeod's. Cooley's Reel by Sláinte, The last ones by Jahzzar
Episode 32 - Car Keith with Mike Garvin
There’s a lot of butt jokes in this one. Sorry not sorry. Today’s episode features Mike Garvin from the Third Coast Main Stage.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Mike Garvin, Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, and Rachel Wilson. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Episode 31 - Mike Clint with Susan Gleiser
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Susan Gleiser, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Cortney Warner, and Rachel Wilson. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack: Forever Believe by Jason Shaw
Episode 30 - She Was a Tiny Bird with Jason Edwards
Abigail Stringman was a potpourri vendor at furry conventions around the country. She enjoyed dressing up as a tiny bird and funded her convention experiences with her business. Unfortunately, Abigail got trampled to death at her last convention and Murder She Joked attempts to find out why. This episode features Miami-based improvisor, Jason Edwards.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Rachel Wilson, Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Jason Edwards. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack: AUTUMN SUNSET by Jason Shaw, Rotisserie Graveyard by Doctor Turtle, Database of Problems, Rolodex of Lies, by Doctor Turtle, The Voices (Instrumental Version), by Josh Woodward.
Episode 29 - Murder in Thin Air with Edd Garcia
Overachiever, Sam Kingston, and his under-prepared buddy, Edgar, recount the gory, gruesome, grating murder of Roger Fedderer at the hands of his friend John Douglas. Sam would like to thank the documentary, Murder In Thin Air, for allowing him to use their footage for his podcast. This episode features Edd Garcia, Cherry Bomb.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Edd Garcia, and Rachel Wilson. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack: Trio for Piano Violin and Viola by Kevin MacLeod; 1910 - The Flatterer by Victor Herbert Orchestra; 1911 - Naughty Marietta by Victor Herbert Orchestra; 1913 - Chanson Triste by Victor Herbert Orchestra; 1909 - It Happened in Nordland by Victor Herbert Orchestra; Sonatina by Kevin MacLeod; IV. Bydlo Sempre moderato pesante by Skidmore College Orchestra
Episode 28 - Pants Barn with Cammie York
Frank Turner, owner of the Pants Barn, definitely had a wife. But, Frank’s general manager, a man who could never be married to a Gap model like Frank, was murdered in the store. Today’s episode, featuring Cammie York from Cherry Bomb, is a real figure out whodunit.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, Cammie York, Rachel Wilson. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack:
Montmartre by Jahzzar, Fastest Man on Earth by Jahzzar, Mod by Jesse Spillane, Hands of a Pedestrian by Jesse Spillane, Two days by Jahzzar
Episode 27 - Jenny From the Block featuring Valerie Hill
Jenny from the Block of 62nd (or was it 67th) Street and North Avenue in Chicago was the daughter of a Gardner and the secretary for Sigmund Freud’s Chicago office. When dead bodies started to litter the block, all eyes were on Jenny. This episode features Valerie Hill from Speak Up!
Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Valerie Hill, Rachel Wilson. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing by Justin Howard. Production by Dana Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive.
Songs:
Walk that Dog - U.S. Army Blues
Stardust - U.S. Army Blues
Kelli’s Number - U.S. Army Blues
Dances and Dames - Kevin MacLeod
I Knew a Guy - Kevin MacLeod
Faster Does It - Kevin MacLeod
Episode 26 - The True Meaning of Treasure with Ella Fritts
Eleanor Mifflin’s father went missing many years ago. He went off on a treasure hunt with his best friend and never came back. In the meantime, her mom found a new love, and Eleanor is having a hard time adjusting. Can Eleanor solve the mystery of what happened to her father and fix the relationship with her mother? Find out on this episode of Murder She Joked, with special guest, Ella Fritts, St. Louis based comedian.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner,Ella Fritts, Rachel Wilson, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Editing by Justin Howard. Production by Dana Daniele. Sound effects from Free Sound, Sound Effects Plus, and Pac DV. Additional sound effects:
https://freesound.org/s/90415/
Episode 25 - HCCMOWEI with John Yates
Hot Couples Can’t Make Out With Each other International was one of the most popular reality dating competition shows. But, when contestants started to be eliminated faster than usual, Amy Foley started to get suspicious. And also because of the chainsaws. This episode features Nashville-based photographer and improviser, John Yates.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, John Yates, Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing by Justin Howard. Production by Dana Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Soundtrack by Fiesta Maiden. Additional sound Effects:
https://freesound.org/s/70107/
https://freesound.org/s/413493/
Episode 24 - Satan, Spawn of Satan
Ashley and her friends had an obsession with the supernatural. But, despite years of ghost hunting trips they never experienced a haunting, until one fateful night at the Stanley Hotel. Can they rescue their possessed friend Samantha and find love for the lonely Countess Cornelia Munch? Find out in this episode of Murder She Joked!
Cast (in order of appearance:) Rachel Wilson, Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Katy Hennen. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Editing by Justin Howard. Production by Dana Daniele. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects from Free Sound, Sound Effects Plus, and Pac DV. Additional sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/122741/.
Episode 23 - Camp Howling Fox with Heather Hull
Camp Howling Fox was supposed to be a place for summer fun. But, in the early ‘90s, a series of unfortunate accidents killed off a majority of the camp counselors. Former camper, Jeanine Aragule, explores the mystery on this episode of Murder She Joked with special guest, Heather Hull from Teeny Weeny Media and Riley.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, Heather Hull, Rachel Wilson, and Cortney Warner. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Production and Editing by Dana Daniele. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Additional sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/392244/
Episode 22 - Blind Item Revealed with Steve Aron
There are a lot of rumors swirling around Leonardo DiCaprio and his obsession with sex cults. Podcaster, Kelsey Collins, brings out the big guns: leosbabydaddy69, of Reddit fame, and DeuxMoix, of Instagram fame, to find out the TRUTH. This episode features Nashville based improvisor and friend forever, STEVE Aron.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz,
Rachel Wilson, Dana Daniele, Steve Aron. Theme song by Meghan Rose. Editing and production by Dana Daniele. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV, FreeSound.org, Sound Effects Plus, and Free Music Archive. Music: Chiefs by Jahzzar, Unexpected Little Happenings by UltraCat, Shadowplay (goth dream pop) by Keshco, November by Kai Engel, Scorch by Nctrnm, Cactus by Nctrnm, Bubble by Nctrnm
Episode 21 - Amongst Us with Adal Rifai
The US-SR Captain America was the first attempt at a joint American-Russian trip to Mars. Unfortunately, almost all of the crew members died along the way. Listen to the audio diaries of crew co-driver, Sally Fielder, as she shares her point of view on what exactly went wrong. This episode features Adal Rifai from Hey Riddle Riddle and Hello From the Magic Tavern.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Rachel Wilson, Libby Genz, Adal Rifai, Cortney Warner, Katy Hennen. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele. Sound effects from Sound Effects Plus, PacDV, Free Music Archive, and FreeSound.org. Additional Music: The Psychedelic And by Six Umbrellas, The And Of The World, by Six Umbrellas, Orange Nightmare Record Fair (psychedelic paranoia) by Keshco, A MYSTIC by voyageurs.
Episode 20 - BONERZ 'N GUNZ with Scott Elam
Episode 19 - Everyone Wants What Megan’s Got
When above average high schooler dies mysteriously in Mission Creek, Illinois, there was no shortage of suspects. Who killed Megan Clark and why? Find out in this truly disturbing episode of Murder She Joked. Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Dana Daniele, Cortney Warner, Rachel Wilson. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Special thanks to Fiesta Maiden, the Seriously Sinister podcast, and Trevin for most of the music in this episode!
Sound Effects from Free Sound, PacDV, Sound Effects Plus. Music: Dark Piano 1 - Fiesta Maiden; Dark Old Piano - Fiesta Maiden; Creepy Bachelor - Glass Boy; Seamus Makes a Decision - Mike Durek; Jahzzar - Studie1.2; Ominous Rex - Fiesta Maiden; Exorcist Saw - Fiesta Maiden
Episode 18 - The Arsenic Candy Files with Brooks Alford
A mother-son relationship. A candy factory. Arsenic poisoning. An anti-therapy league. This episode, featuring Brooks Alford from the Third Coast Main Stage, delves deep into the Arsenic Candy Files and helps one lonely podcast host learn the benefits of therapy.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Rachel Wilson, Brooks Alford, Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Cortney Warner. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from Free Sound, PacDV, and Sound Effects Plus. Additional sound effects: "Cicada, Close, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. “Glass Smash, Bottle, E.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org. Franz Schubert - Fantasy in C major D.760 (op.15)”. Wanderer" - III. Presto by Daniel Blanch. Cycles - Jason Shaw
Episode 17 - Kiss Kiss Buzz Buzz with Caroline Moore
The Bee Hive (not to be confused with Beyonce’s Bey Hive) was a notorious Chicago-based murder cult, made famous by an HBO documentary. But the documentary, did not cover it all. Get a deep dive on the Bee Hive on today’s episode, featuring Caroline Moore, an award-winning screenwriter, costumer, and occasional improvisor.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Dana Daniele, Caroline Moore, Rachel Wilson, Libby Genz. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound Effects: Free Sound, PacDV, and Sound Effects Plus. Beehive scene song: I’m A Monster by Nuno Adelaida.
Episode 16 - The Heist with Emily Smith
Lester Miller allegedly orchestrated one of the most brilliant heists in history; so brilliant that the jury let him walk free in awe of his creativity. So, how did Lester allegedly pull it off? Find out on this episode, featuring improviser Emily Smith, from I Love you Sheila Kansas and Letters from Camp.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Rachel Wilson, Dana Daniele, Emily Smith, Katy Hennen, and Cortney Warner. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Production and Editing by Dana Daniele. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound, PacDV, and SoundEffects Plus. Additional sound effects: Soul Walking by Juanitos, La Black Mustang Foursuite by Juanitos, Funkula by Juanitos, Land Legs by Andy G. Cohen, Snow Drop by Kevin MacLeod, Record Scratch: https://freesound.org/s/3536/, Kiss And Tell (breezy bossa nova)
Episode 15 - Sweat by John Travolta with Bekah Stogner
Regina Kingsbatten was a rookie on the Omaha police force when she was assigned to the unsolvable Landmark Killer case. Regina hasn’t been able to shake the case and started this audio journey to try and solve it after 40 years. This episode features improviser and poet Bekah Stogner from the podcasts Youth Group Survivor Support Group and Time Mousechine Podcasts or her YouTube channel where she reviews every single movie Robin Williams ever made. Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Libby Genz, Bekah Stogner, Katy Hennen, Cortney Warner. Theme song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing and Production by Dana Daniele.
Sound Effects from Free Sound, Pac DV, elevator music - https://freesound.org/s/460432/, and Step On by Jahzzar
Episode 14 - A Tale of Two Taco Trucks with Whitney Wolanin
Lisa Menicke and Winston Pleep owned competing taco trucks in the town of Tillamook, Nebraska. When Winston turns up dead inside his taco truck, all eyes turn to Lisa. But the story is much more complicated (and personal) than it first appeared. This episode features Whitney Wolanin, long-time improv comedian, director, music producer, and friend. Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Whitney Wolanin, Dana Daniele, Rachel Wilson, and Libby Genz. Production and editing by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from FreeSound and PacDV.
Episode 13 - Prospector Harry with Kim Herrmann
Chet’s Goodtime Goldmine was a beloved amusement park for all 90s kids in Southern California, but especially goths. When goth kids started mysteriously dying in the tunnels underneath the park, Chet’s Goodtime Goldmine abruptly closed. Can true crime fan, Kelly Moskowitz, solve the case? This episode features the hilarious talents of Kim Herrmann (LOL Nashville, Freak Pony, Cherry Bomb.) Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Cortney Warner, Kim Herrmann, Rachel Wilson, Katy Hennan. Theme Song By Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing and production by Dana Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV. Other sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/392244/, https://freesound.org/s/391215/, Goth Music by Tri-Tachyon - https://soundcloud.com/tri-tachyon/albums.
Episode 12 - The Vampire One with Catherine Schwartz
Your local friendly neighborhood vampire, Charles McMannon, has been solving cold cases since…since a long time. He’s 0 for 3000, but is this the case that finally gets solved? This episode features Catherine Schwartz from LOL Nashville, Infinity Etc., Crash!, and Freak Pony.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Catherine Schwartz, Dana Daniele, Rachel Wilson, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz. Editing by Dana Daniele. Theme song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects from Free Sound and PacDV. Additional Sound effects from: Ambience, Creepy Wind, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org, Whoosh: https://freesound.org/s/162842/, Song: Exotica by Juanitos
Episode 11 - The Staircase with Liz Berry
Spunky middle schooler Sarah Blake’s pet parakeet Choo Choo died unexpectedly and she is determined to solve the case. Can she figure it out? And also along the way solve the mysteries of why both her synchronized swimming coach and mother are missing? This episode features, Liz Berry, a Nashville-based improviser with over two decades of experience. You can see Liz perform in Cherry Bomb the Improvised Musical at Third Coast Comedy Club. Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Rachel Wilson, Liz Berry, Katy Hennen, and Cortney Warner. Music by Meghan Rose. Editing by Dana Daniele. Artwork by Dave Daniele.
Sound effects and Music: https://freesound.org/s/320685/, Juanitos - Cool Reggae Party, Free Sound, and PacDV.
SEASON 2 IS COMING!!!!!
More improv. More murder. More guests. Season 2 debuts next Thursday and new episodes will release every Thursday after that until the end of time. (JK, we'll probably take some breaks.)
Episode 10 - The Trouble in Tiddlywink
Tiddlywink, Connecticut was a small and fertile summering town for the very rich until Cal Zohn came to stay. With a love for the Music Man and Dairy Farms, Cal would change the course of Tiddlywink forever. Credits (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Rachel Wilson, Dana Daniele, Libby Genz. Editing by Dana Daniele. Music by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound effects from PacDV and FreeSound. Additional Sound Effects from: Cows mooing: https://freesound.org/s/85543/
Episode 9 - Corned Beef on Rye
Have you ever tried the reuben at Carleton’s Deli? Hear more about it in this week’s episode — an extended ad for Carleton’s Deli.
Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Dana Daniele, Rachel Wilson, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, and Nick Daniele. Editing by Dana Daniele. Theme song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV. Other Sound effects: https://freesound.org/s/167248/, https://freesound.org/s/133841/. Carleton's Deli ad music: Evening Out by Ron Gelinas Chillout Lounge | https://soundcloud.com/atmospheric-music-portal, Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com, Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US
Episode 8 - iCSI
Grab a cool beanie and join Trevor and his good buddy Tad as they solve already solved crimes using state of the art indie crime scene investigation techniques. On this episode of Murder She Joked, Trevor looks into the serial killer, Vino Tamagucci, and he just might find love along the way. Cast (in order of appearance:) Rachel Wilson, Cortney Warner, Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz. Editing by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. iCSI theme: https://freesound.org/s/32293/. Sound effects from Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV.
Other sound effects:
https://freesound.org/people/Kev%20G/sounds/219854/
https://freesound.org/people/cgrote/sounds/133841/
https://freesound.org/people/shinshi/sounds/135482/
Episode 7 - Witches B Crazy
In the early 2000s, girl groups consumed the hearts and minds of pre-teens growing up in Gulf Shores Alabama. Also rampant among pre-teens during this time: satanism. Witches B Crazy was the only girl group to combine both, but at what cost? Listen to today’s episode of Murder She Joked and find out how this story goes ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP!!! Cast (in order of appearance:) Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Cortney Warner, Katy Hennen, Rachel Wilson. Music by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing by Dana Daniele. Special thank you to Scott Elam. Sound effects from Free Sound including: Witch music: 00:01:30.904 219854__kev-g__sundsvall-harbour. 2 00:01:18.866. "Snare Drum, Multi Hits, A (H1).wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org
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Episode 6 - Megan Pony
Episode 6 - Megan Pony
Megan Pony was a dental hygienist by day and aspiring actress by night. Her rise to fame was all but assured, until she was murdered one October night in 1972. Who could have killed this bright rising star? Many people, apparently. Learn more about the suspects in this case in this episode!
Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Katy Hennen, Libby Genz, and Cortney Warner. Editing by Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV. Pearly Whites Music provided by SoundAudio. Listen | Buy a license | Download: hypeddit.com/link/sx0e76
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Episode 5 - Scrabble The Movie!
Scrabble The Movie was supposed to be Alicia Silverstone’s sophomore feature; her Anya Taylor-Joy moment. But, the murder of the movie’s tailor shut the production down, killing the movie indefinitely. Why were the police quick to pin the murder on Carter Winston’s best friend Jill? And who really killed Carter? Find out on this episode of Murder She Joked. Cast (in order of appearance:) Rachel Wilson, Libby Genz, Dana Daniele. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing by Dana Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV. Special thank you to Scott Elam.
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Episode 4 - Jace and Jax
Competing brothers is a story as old as Cain and Able. Perhaps this episode is more like Jesus and his brother, however, since the tale involves a shared love interest between the brothers. Find out about the murder of Jace Sallinger-Stewart at the hands of his brother Jax in this episode of Murder She Joked. Cast (in order of appearance:) Cortney Warner, Libby Genz, Dana Daniele, Rachel Wilson, Katy Hennen. Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing by Dana Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV. Special thank you to Scott Elam.
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Episode 3 - Dick Glitterpocket
Harry Horfetzer loved one thing — trash. That is, until another obsession walked into his life. Why did Harry murder Richard Glitterpocket? Find out in this episode of Murder She Joked. Cast (in order of appearance:) Dana Daniele, Cortney Warner, Katy Hennen. Theme song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Editing by Dana Daniele. Sound effects from Free Sound and PacDV.
Episode 2 - The Sheriff of Home Depot
We've got a special episode to celebrate the festive holiday season. Of course, we're referring to the Season of the Jackalope. The pagan season between Halloween and New Year’s is usually a jubilant celebration of the harvest. But for Frank Arismo, it was anything but jubilant. Found out what happened at the party house in December 2005 on this episode of Murder She Joked. Cast (in order of appearance:) Katy Hennen, Rachel Wilson, Libby Genz, Cortney Warner Theme Song by Meghan Rose. Artwork by Dave Daniele. Sound Effects from Free Sound and PacDV.
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