Paradise After Dark: Missing & Unsolved
True Crime & Paranormal
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Hosts Lauren and Ken talk true crime, unsolved mysteries, missing people and cold cases.
Episodes
- Lords of Chaos: 30 Years Later
This is a special re-release because today, April 30, 2026, marks 30 years since the events that shook Fort Myers to its core. In 1996, a group of teenagers known as the “Lords of Chaos” carried out a series of escalating crimes that left…
- Off Topic & Uncut 7/26/2025
All thing of (and on) topic and uncut! ~ Lauren's book ~True Crime Podcast Festival ~CrimeCon ~Idaho Four ~Don't Fuck with Sisters ~ Lauren's Substack
- Endangered Missing ~ Kamrie Mitchell
Kamrie Mitchell, a 23-year-old woman, was last seen in Wellborn, Florida, on August 25, 2012. Earlier that day, she had a confrontation with a man linked to the murder of another woman and possibly the disappearance of yet another. If you…
- Missing Child ~ Danielle Bell
TW: Child sexual abuse. Danielle Bell went missing on September 28, 2001, from Cantonment, FL. Foul play is suspected. In this episode, we speak with Bonnie Bell, Danielle’s sister, who has been advocating for her missing sister for years.…
- Off Topic & Uncut 6/10/2025
All things off (an on) topic and uncut. Travis Decker Bryan Kohberger Sherri Papini Remains found in Collier County Lauren substack: https://laurensamplesfla.substack.com/
- Unsolved ~ Gun Violence in Collier County
In this episode, we are covering five unsolved murders involving gun violence in Collier County, Florida. Each of these cases remains unsolved, yet has received little to no press. Christian Lopez- 8/11/22 Frankie Dorvil- 11/15/22 Deshia A…
- Bonus ~ 5/13/2025 Off Topic & Uncut
Should AI be allowed in the courtroom? Reward fund for Jonathan MacDonald: Donate Here
- Unsolved Mystery ~ The Fort Myers Eight
Eight skeletons were discovered in rural Fort Myers nearly two decades ago. Police and forensic experts are still puzzled by this case and continue to search for the identities of some of the remains. Four victims remain unidentified. If y…
- Bonus ~ Off Topic & Uncut 4/9/2025
Where we have been, what we've been doing, and the future.
- (Rebroadcast) Missing ~ Terrance Williams & Felipe Santos Part 2
This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Projec t, as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 2 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished…
- (Rebroadcast) Missing ~ Terrance Williams & Felipe Santos Part 1
This episode is being released in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project , as Felipe Santos is their case highlight for October 2024. Part 1 of the mysterious disappearance of Terrance Williams and Felipe Santos. Two men who vanished…
- (Rebroadcast) Missing Child ~ Trenton Duckett Part 2
This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother’s home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Meli…
- (Rebroadcast) Missing Child~ Trenton Duckett Part 1
This month, The Florida Themis Project features Trenton Duckett. On August 27, 2006, two-year-old Trenton Duckett vanished from his bedroom in his mother’s home in Leesburg, Florida. Two weeks later, after suspicion fell on his mother Meli…
- Unidentified ~ Broward County Jane Doe 82 & Jane Doe 88
This month, The Florida Themis Project features two unidentified women found in Broward County, Florida, Jane Doe 82 and Jane Doe 88. Nic Edwards from the True Crime Garage Podcast is joining us for this episode and sponsoring our Themis f…
- Unsolved Murder ~ Paula Sladewski
On January 3rd, 2010 the badly burned body of 26-year-old Paula Sladewski was found in a dumpster in North Miami, Florida. Her killer has never been found... Authorities ask anyone with any information regarding the murder or Paula Sladews…
- Cold Case ~ Al Griffiths
On Nov. 18, 2014, in Cape Coral, Florida, shortly before 9pm, while sitting on a bench at the front entrance of the TJ Maxx that he managed, Alfred, AKA Al, Griffiths was shot at point-blank range in the head and killed. This case resemble…
- Cold Case ~ The Walker Family
On December 19, 1959 all four members of the Walker family were murdered in their home in Osprey, Florida. The case remains unsolved... This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis Project, a non-profit 501c3 organization t…
- BONUS! Off Topic & Uncut ~ Pseudocide
Is it possible to disappear yourself? Please enjoy this Off Topic & Uncut episode, usually reserved only for Patreon! Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, bonus content, discounts on our merchandise and more! www.patreon.…
- Missing ~ Vladek Hasel Part 2
Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida. If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County…
- Missing ~ Vladek Hasel Part 1
Bryan "Vladek" Hasel was last seen November 6th, 2021 at a coffee shop, Foxtail Coffee, on University Blvd. in Orlando, Florida. If you have any information about the disappearance of Vladek Hasel please get in touch with the Orange County…
- Palm Beach County ~ 3 Missing People
Dori Ann Myers disappeared on January 10, 2006 in Fort Pierce, Florida. Dori had met two men at a bar and they accompanied her home. At 3am her house was in flames and her car was found 80 miles away, also burned to the ground. Dori has no…
- Cold Cases ~ Mary Opitz/Mary Hare
In the winter of 1981 two teenage girls were abducted from the same mall parking lot in Ft. Myers, Florida. One was found murdered months later, the others fate remains a mystery... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, to…
- Introducing The Florida Themis Project
The Florida Themis Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Themis is the Greek Goddess of wisdom and good counsel and the interpreter of the gods’ will. She is widely recognized as the goddess of Justice. Justice is what The Florida…
- BONUS~ It's Hard to Talk About Podcast~ Kendra
This is an episode from Lauren's other show, It's Hard to Talk About Podcast Kendra experienced an abusive relationship as a teen. Twenty years later she is just now realizing how bad it was... October is National Domestic Violence Awarene…
- Cold Case ~ Carol Lynn Sullivan
12-year-old Carol Lynn Sullivan was last seen around 6:50 a.m. on Sept. 20, 1978, at her school bus stop at the corner of Courtland Boulevard and Doyle Road in Deltona, Florida. Her partial remains were found 12 days later. This case is st…
- Endangered Missing ~ Jennifer Kesse
Twenty-four year old Jennifer Kesse disappeared from her condo in Orlando, FL on January 23, 2006. As of 2023, no arrests have been made and Kesse's whereabouts remain unknown. This episode was made in conjunction with The Florida Themis P…
- Endangered Missing ~ Brandy Hall
32-year-old firefighter Brandy Hall left work early on the night of Aug. 17, 2006 in Malabar, Florida. She's never been seen again... Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episodes, tons of bonus episodes, discounts on our merchandi…
- BONUS ~ Search for Theresa Hartley
Lauren spoke with Samantha from the Missing and Murdered in Florida Facebook page about an upcoming search in the Ocala National Forest for Theresa Hartley. We covered this case on this episode. Intro video: Search for St. Augustine woman…
- Cold Case ~ Kyle Byrtus
Kyle Alexander Byrtus was found murdered on August 15, 2013, in a field in Lehigh Acres, Fl. Kyle was a good kid who made some bad choices that ultimately lead to his death. August 15th, 2023 is the 10-year anniversary of Kyle's death. Thi…
- UPDATE ~ Arrest in Jennifer Odom Case
Today a grand jury indicted 61-year-old Jeffrey Norman Crum — who is already serving two life sentences for sexual battery and attempted murder — on charges of first-degree murder, kidnapping, and sexual battery in the case of Jennifer Odo…
- Cold Case ~ Jennifer Odom
At around 3pm on the afternoon of February 19, 1993, twelve-year-old Jennifer Odom got off of her school bus and vanished, she was found murdered almost a week later. This case is still unsolved. This episode was made in conjunction with T…
- Missing ~ Heidi Zampell
Heidi Zampell, 22, was last seen on June 18, 1987. She was dropped off by a friend at a home in a very rural area of Naples, Florida and was last seen walking down the long driveway. She’s not been seen or heard from since… *All parties di…
- "The British Jeffrey Dahmer" ~ Dennis Nilsen
Dennis Nilsen was a Scottish serial killer and necrophile who murdered at least twelve young men and boys between 1978 and 1983 in London. CrimeCon UK! June 10-11 in London!! Get your ticket at crimecon.co.uk/ and use code “PARADISE” for 1…
- Murdered- Dr. Teresa Sievers Part 4
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bo…
- Murdered- Dr. Teresa Sievers Part 3
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bo…
- Murdered- Dr. Teresa Sievers Part 2
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bo…
- Murdered- Dr. Teresa Sievers Part 1
Dr. Teresa Sievers was a well-known and loved holistic doctor in Bonita Springs, FL. In June 2015 she was found bludgeoned to death in her home. This story will take many twists and turns, air out some dirty laundry, and conclude with a bo…
- BONUS! Abduction Prevention Awareness
BONUS! The month of May is Abduction Prevention Awareness Month and Lauren chats with Damsel Ninja Nancy from Damsel in Defense again on how to stay safe! Order your safety gear from Nancy this month, and a portion of the proceeds will go…
- Marion County, FL ~ Missing and Murdered
In this episode we discuss Theresa Hartley, who has been missing in the Ocala National Forest since March 11, 2023, along with the unsolved murder of Timothy Smith and a gang-related triple murder. All of this has occurred within the last…
- Unsolved Murder ~ Stephen Smith
Stephen Smith, a 19-year-old nursing student from Hampton, South Carolina, was found dead in the middle of Sandy Run Road, a dark country road, in the early morning hours of July 8, 2015. Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-free episod…
- Murder ~ Emmett Till
In the summer of 1955, 14-year-old African-American Emmett Till was brutally murdered by two white men after he was accused of whistling at a white woman in a grocery store. Emmett's story and his mother Mamie's efforts helped galvanize th…
- FLASHBACK ~ The Benson Murders Part 2
The conclusion to this story, including the arrest and sensational trial and all the events leading up to Steven Benson's death in 2015. Thanks for listening, and remember: If you see something say something!! Collier County Sheriff’s Offi…
- FLASHBACK ~ The Benson Murders
On July 9th, 1985 the Benson Family vehicle exploded in their driveway, killing the millionaire family matriarch, Margaret Benson, and her youngest son, Scott, and wounding her only daughter Carol Lynn. Her older son, Steven Benson survive…
- Endangered Missing ~ Ali Gilmore
Ali Gilmore vanished from her home in Tallahassee, FL in the middle of the night on February 2, 2006. She’s not been seen or heard from since… Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click Here Join our Patreon and enjoy early and ad-f…
- Filicide ~ Lindsay Clancy
Lindsay Clancy, a 32-year-old labor and delivery nurse killed her three children and attempted to kill herself on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. How can this happen?? Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click Here Join our Patreon and…
- Killer Clown ~ The Murder of Marlene Warren
On May 26, 1990, 40-year-old Marlene Warren opened the door of her home in Wellington, FL, and was shot in the face by a person dressed as a clown Tickets for PAD's 5-year PODiversary Party: Click Here Join our Patreon and enjoy early and…
- Unsolved Murder ~ Taylor McAllister Part 3 (Throwback)
On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been ch…
- Unsolved Murder ~ Taylor McAllister Part 2 (Throwback)
On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been ch…
- Unsolved Murder ~ Taylor McAllister Part 1 (Throwback)
On December 22, 2016 the body of Taylor McAllister was found in a ally in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her death was ruled a homicide, three people were charged and convicted of misdemeanors in connection with her death, but no one has been ch…
- Kidnapping Hoax ~ Sherri Papini
On November 2, 2016, Sherri Papini vanished from her neighborhood in Redding, CA, creating panic in the community. She reappeared 22 days later beaten, bruised, and branded. But the thing is...Sherri orchestrated the whole ordeal herself.…