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Undoing Evil

Undoing Evil

By Scott Stick Productions

Some people need answers to questions from the scarier side of life. When bad things happen, these people look for the truth, to set things right, or to provide clues for others who are also searching. Why do ordinary, everyday people attempt to unravel the secrets of unspeakable, tragic events? What drives them to go where others would dare not? Undoing Evil explores these questions, interviewing the people looking for the answers to the questions we all hope we never have to ask.

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The Zodiac Revisited - The Undoing Evil Interview with author Michael F. Cole

Undoing EvilSep 23, 2021

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The Zodiac Revisited - The Undoing Evil Interview with author Michael F. Cole

The Zodiac Revisited - The Undoing Evil Interview with author Michael F. Cole

In December of 1968, a brutal murderer was orchestrating a campaign of terror in the San Francisco Bay Area. Not satisfied with the act of killing, he taunted law enforcement and the public, writing a series of bizarre and threatening letters to local newspapers. Through cryptic and baffling content — including ciphers, some of which have never been solved — the psychopath played his twisted game. Reporters initially dubbed the man the "Cipher Killer," but the murderer chose a different, more sinister name for himself - The Zodiac. While law enforcement were only able to account for five, Zodiac would eventually claim to have murdered thirty-seven people.

By 1971, authenticated communication with The Zodiac had ceased. Then, three years later, the elusive fugitive resurfaced one last time, sending a small number of communiqués, before disappearing for good. What had begun with shocking abruptness slowly dissolved into mysterious uncertainty. To this day, The Zodiac’s true identity remains one of the twentieth century’s greatest unsolved true crime mysteries…

Author Michael F. Cole, computer engineer and true crime researcher, learned of the story years ago and like so many others, soon became fascinated, finding out all he could about the tragic, yet gripping tale of a twisted mind bent on murder - and deception. Webmaster of the popular and thought-provoking website, zodiacrevisited.com, Cole recently finished work on a three volume book set, titled, The Zodiac Revisited, recounting the story of the Zodiac in incredible detail and offering new insights into the possible motives of the man who claimed that law enforcement would never catch him, a claim which is true to this day. Cole also discusses evidence which he believes points to other, earlier murders that should be considered as possible additional crimes of The Zodiac.

Join me, Scott Stick, producer and host of Undoing Evil, and author Michael F. Cole as we discuss his fascinating and thought-provoking three volume set, The Zodiac Revisited, delving into the crimes and the mystery surrounding the murderer who called himself The Zodiac - only on Undoing Evil!

Sep 23, 202101:11:03
Twang and Round and The Making of "My Will Be Done"

Twang and Round and The Making of "My Will Be Done"

An unlikely meeting of four unique, creative and highly motivated individuals - Todd Matthews, co-founder of the Doe Network, Country Rap music artists Twang and Round and the man named "Tonk", creates an incredible song and an amazing music video for a Gritty Gospel classic, the Twang and Round song, "My Will Be Done". Find out how this all came together with Scott Stick (that's me), producer and host of Undoing Evil, as I sit down with all four of the boys to learn the truth about "My Will Be Done". Only on Undoing Evil.
Aug 02, 202126:35
Manny Grossman - True Crime Files and The Son of Sam Cult

Manny Grossman - True Crime Files and The Son of Sam Cult

Manny Grossman, a respected horticulturist and landscape artist from the Bronx, New York, just wanted to, as he put it, "scratch an artistic itch". Now, walking the streets of Yonkers and the Bronx, telling the tale of the Son of Sam murders, discussing Maury Terry's exhaustive research and showing the sites of where it all happened on his YouTube channel has become his life.

Grossman has always been fascinated with the story of the Son of Sam and the theory, put forth in Maury Terry's book, The Ultimate Evil, that there was more than one person involved in the brutal slayings which rocked New York City in 1976 and 1977.

His friendly demeanor, inexhaustible desire to learn more and an interest in working directly with other Son of Sam researchers has helped Grossman garner views and subscribers to a channel which has steadily grown in popularity.

Join Undoing Evil's Scott Stick and guest Manny Grossman as we discuss the incredible growth of digital media, crowdsourcing information, Maury Terry, The Ultimate Evil and True Crime Files and The Son of Sam Cult. Only on Undoing Evil!

Aug 01, 202143:38
Joshua Zeman, Caitlin Colford and "The Sons of Sam" - The Undoing Evil Interview

Joshua Zeman, Caitlin Colford and "The Sons of Sam" - The Undoing Evil Interview

During the filming of his award-winning documentary, Cropsey, Director Joshua Zeman begins a correspondence with Maury Terry, author of The Ultimate Evil, a book which delves into the theory that the Son of Sam murders involved a nationwide satanic cult and more than one person. When Zeman and Executive Producer Caitlin Colford receive boxes and boxes of Terry's research, the pair embark on a journey which results in the Netflix docuseries "The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness", a cautionary tale about the search for truth and the price one man pays to take that journey. Join Undoing Evil's producer and host, Scott Stick, as he discusses this fascinating documentary with Director Joshua Zeman and Executive Producer Caitlin Colford, to find out more about Maury Terry and The Sons of Sam. Only on Undoing Evil.

Jul 22, 202121:15
Coming Soon - "The Sons of Sam" - The Undoing Evil Interview with Joshua Zeman and Caitlin Colford

Coming Soon - "The Sons of Sam" - The Undoing Evil Interview with Joshua Zeman and Caitlin Colford

During the filming of his award-winning documentary, Cropsey, Director Joshua Zeman begins a correspondence with Maury Terry, author of The Ultimate Evil, a book which delves into the theory that the Son of Sam murders involved a nationwide satanic cult and more than one person. When Zeman and Producer Caitlin Colford receive boxes and boxes of Terry's research, the pair embark on a journey which results in the Netflix docuseries "The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness", a cautionary tale about the search for truth and the price one man pays to take that journey.
Join Undoing Evil's producer and host, Scott Stick, as he discusses this fascinating documentary with Director Joshua Zeman and Executive Producer Caitlin Colford, to find out more about Maury Terry and The Sons of Sam. Only on Undoing Evil.

Jul 15, 202101:14
Suspicious Minds: Todd Matthews and Chris Hensel - The Undoing Evil Interview

Suspicious Minds: Todd Matthews and Chris Hensel - The Undoing Evil Interview

Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network and Jeb Stuart Productions' Chris Hensel (a.k.a. - Jeb Duke from "The Dukes of Hazard" smash hit television show) talk about their exciting new project, "Suspicious Minds". From the mind of the man who discovered the true identity of Tent Girl and the producer of "Salvage Yard Shine Boys" come tales of tragedy steeped in the legends of true crime. Join us as we learn more about this upcoming production - and how you too could be a part of a production which is sure to be a hit! 

Only on Undoing Evil!

Jun 23, 202119:59
Todd Matthews and the Unidentified Unidentified

Todd Matthews and the Unidentified Unidentified

The search never ends and the goal never changes. Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network has spent the better part of his life working to give names to the nameless and to identify the missing. Now he has a new project, to save critical information about unidentified and missing persons cases - before it's too late. Join host Scott Stick, as we take a look at one man's quest to save vital living memories that can help to solve long cold cases. Only on Undoing Evil!
May 03, 202116:09
Dr. Edmond Locard - Every Contact Leaves a Trace

Dr. Edmond Locard - Every Contact Leaves a Trace

Dr. Edmond Locard, a scientist who dedicated his life to the field of forensics, became known as the "Sherlock Holmes of France". In today's Undoing Evil minipodcast, we learn more about this fascinating man, who pioneered the study of trace evidence. So, join me, Scott Stick, the host of Undoing Evil, as we delve into the fascinating life of one of the shining stars of forensic science and learn more about one of his most famous cases. Only on Undoing Evil!

Apr 16, 202108:32
Alexandre Lacassagne - Forensic Science Foundations

Alexandre Lacassagne - Forensic Science Foundations

In today's Undoing Evil minipodcast, we learn about Alexandre Lacassagne, a pioneer if the field of forensic science. Join me, Scott Stick, the host of Undoing Evil, as we delve into the fascinating life of one of forensic sciences shining stars and learn more about some of his most famous cases. Only on Undoing Evil!
Apr 09, 202114:14
The Measure of a Man - Alphonse Bertillon and Bertillonage - An Undoing Evil Mini Podcast

The Measure of a Man - Alphonse Bertillon and Bertillonage - An Undoing Evil Mini Podcast

"Every measurement slowly reveals the workings of the criminal. Careful observation and patience will reveal the truth."
- Alphonse Bertillon, French Criminologist
Apr 03, 202112:04
The Murder Sheet: An Interview with Aine Cain and Kevin Greenlee

The Murder Sheet: An Interview with Aine Cain and Kevin Greenlee

In their new podcast, The Murder Sheet: You Never Can Forget, New York reporter Aine Cain and Attorney at Law Kevin Greenlee take a deep dive into one of the most infamous crimes in Indiana state history, the Burger Chef murders. Undoing Evil had a chance to sit down with these two determined researchers to find out more about how they were able to gather new information, record new interviews and introduce intriguing new theories about what happened on the night of November 17th, 1978. Join host Scott Stick for a fascinating journey into one couple's dogged attempt to uncover the truth about a crime that has yet to be solved, but may have finally met its' match, here on Undoing Evil.
Jan 01, 202101:06:09
Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 10.26.20

Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 10.26.20

This is the Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 10.26.20. The Doe’s of the Week report reviews cases of current missing and unidentified persons from The Doe Network (www.doenetwork.org). This report includes a discussion about these listings with Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network. Join us for an in-depth discussion of individuals who have either gone missing or who are waiting for someone to discover their true identity. Brought to you by Undoing Evil and Scott Stick Productions.
Oct 28, 202043:37
The Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 10.05.20

The Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 10.05.20

This is the Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 10.05.20. The Doe’s of the Week report reviews cases of current missing and unidentified persons from The Doe Network (www.doenetwork.org). This report includes a discussion about these listings with Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network. Join us for an in-depth discussion of individuals who have either gone missing or who are waiting for someone to discover their true identity. Brought to you by Undoing Evil and Scott Stick Productions.

Oct 09, 202040:06
Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 09.28.20

Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 09.28.20

This is the Doe's of the Week Report for the week of September 28th, 2020. The Doe’s of the Week report reviews cases of current missing and unidentified persons from The Doe Network (www.doenetwork.org). This report includes a discussion about these listings with Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network. Join us for an in-depth discussion of individuals who have either gone missing or who are waiting for someone to discover their true identity. Brought to you by Undoing Evil and Scott Stick Productions.
Sep 30, 202042:06
Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 09.21.20

Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 09.21.20

This is the Doe's of the Week Report for the week of September 21st, 2020. The Doe’s of the Week report reviews cases of current missing and unidentified persons from The Doe Network (www.doenetwork.org). This report includes a discussion about these listings with Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network. Join us for an in-depth discussion of individuals who have either gone missing or who are waiting for someone to discover their true identity. Brought to you by Undoing Evil and Scott Stick Productions.
Sep 22, 202040:36
Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 09.11.20

Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 09.11.20

This is the Doe's of the Week Report for the week of September 11th, 2020. The Doe’s of the Week report reviews cases of current missing and unidentified persons from The Doe Network (www.doenetwork.org). This report includes a discussion about these listings with Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network. Join us for an in-depth discussion of individuals who have either gone missing or who are waiting for someone to discover their true identity. Brought to you by Undoing Evil and Scott Stick Productions.

Sep 16, 202036:02
Still Waiting - The Boy In The Box

Still Waiting - The Boy In The Box

Still Waiting Script

Known by different names over the years -  Boy In The Box, America’s Unknown Child and The Fox Chase Boy - the mystery surrounding this young child, approximately three to six years old, whose battered and bruised body, wrapped in a blanket inside a cardboard box, was discovered along the rural Susquehanna Road in Philadelphia on February 25th, 1957, has yet to be solved. Maybe you know something about this case; maybe you know someone who does. If so, won’t you please reach out to try and help end this mystery once and for all? To learn more about the story of the boy in the cardboard box, as well as the stories of other unidentified and missing persons, go to undoingevil.blogspot.com and click the link for the Doe’s of the Week Report for the week of 09.11.20. Thank you.

Sep 14, 202001:22
Updated Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 08.31.20

Updated Doe's of the Week Report for the week of 08.31.20

We've updated the Doe's of the Week Report for the week of August 31st, 2020 to include a discussion about these listings with Todd Matthews, co-founder of The Doe Network. Join us for an in-depth discussion of five people who have either gone missing or who are waiting for someone to discover their true identity. 

Sep 10, 202036:19
The Doe's Of The Week Report - Week of 08.31.20

The Doe's Of The Week Report - Week of 08.31.20

A brief description of a sample of the many John, Jane and Baby Doe listings which can be found on The Doe Network. Thanks to Todd M. and all the hard working volunteers at The Doe Network for providing these listings.

Sep 01, 202005:08
Doe's Of The Week report for the week of August 28th, 2020

Doe's Of The Week report for the week of August 28th, 2020

A brief description of a sample of the many John, Jane and Baby Doe's which can be found on The Doe Network.
Aug 26, 202002:20
Paul Hoffman and "Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher"

Paul Hoffman and "Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher"

On the morning of July 24th, 1925, eight year old Arthur "Buddy" Schumacher Jr. left his home in the peaceful Milwaukee suburb of Wauwatosa, joined up with a few friends and jumped a freight train to take a ride to a nearby swimming hole. The last those friends saw of Buddy was shortly after they got off that train. The community and state desperately searched for him until the body was found in some brush about a mile away from his house seven weeks later, his clothing torn and a handkerchief shoved down his throat.
Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher explores all the strange events surrounding the killing and the investigation that followed. Eyewitnesses changed their minds about what they saw. Evidence may or may not have gone missing from the District Attorney's office. Two men confessed, although police didn't think either of them did it, and another prime suspect had to be let go due to a lack of evidence. Despite several promising leads, authorities never charged anyone with the crime.
Today it's considered unsolved. But there were some local residents in 1925 who thought authorities did know who killed Buddy Schumacher.
Join me, Scott Stick, the Undoing Evil podcast and author Paul Hoffman, as we explore Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher.
Aug 13, 202001:53:19
Preview of "Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher" with author Paul Hoffman - Upcoming on Undoing Evil

Preview of "Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher" with author Paul Hoffman - Upcoming on Undoing Evil

Join us for an intriguing look at the the murder of Arthur "Buddy" Schumacher Jr., the search for his killer, and a look into the question of why a mild-mannered sports writer from Indiana would delve into the dark world of unsolved homicides as we interview Paul Hoffman, author of Murder In Wauwatosa - The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher, here on the Undoing Evil podcast.

Jul 28, 202001:32