If you have any information about Melissa Brannen’s case please call the Fairfax police Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800. Press 8 for the Cold Case Squad.

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Nov 04, 202044:57

Episode 2 Pt. 2: Strekov 1075 "Fred #5" & The Vampire of Hanover part 2

Episode 2 Pt. 2: Strekov 1075 “Fred #5” & “The Vampire of Hanover”

Please be advised: This episode deals with sexual abuse against minors and might not be suitable for all listeners.

The Wine: http://www.strekov1075.eu/en/about

https://youtu.be/Pj_clPzvBXw

Where to purchase: http://www.toastplace.com/

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Oct 28, 202043:27

Episode 2: Hofgut Falkenstein 2017 Red & The Vampire of Hanover Part 1

Episode 2 Part 1: Hofgut Falkenstein 2017 Red & “The Vampire of Hanover”

Please be advised: This episode deals with sexual abuse against minors and might not be suitable for all listeners.

The Wine: http://hofgutfalkenstein.com/

Where to Purchase: http://www.toastplace.com/

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Fritz Haarmann. 19 Oct. 2020, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fritz_Haarmann.

Cole, Clarissa. “The Butcher of Hanover – Pedophile/Murderer, Fritz Haarman.” The Criminal Code, 4 July 2017, www.thecriminalcode.com/index.php/2017/07/04/the-butcher-of-hanover-pedophilemurderer-fritz-haarman/.

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Oct 21, 202040:42

Episode 1: Chatham Cabernet Franc & John List

Show Notes:

Chatham Vineyards 2018 Cabernet Franc

To purchase, please visit:

www.chathamvineyards.net

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Oct 13, 202034:29

Uncorking The Truth: Trailer

Welcome to Uncorking The Truth, a true crime podcast (with wine), where we will discuss a little bit of wine and a whole lotta' crime. Episode 1 will drop next Wednesday, October 14th. Tune in every week to get your fix of all things dark and twisty.

If you have a case or wine suggestions, please feel free to email us at uncorkingthetruthpodcast@gmail.com.

Stock up on those bottles ya'll. It's about to get weird!

Oct 10, 202001:19