In this episode, I’m diving into the chilling case of Matthew Phelps, who was charged with murder on September 1st after allegedly stabbing his wife, Lauren Ashley-Nicole Phelps, to death. The shocking twist? He claimed that cold medicine caused him to commit this unspeakable act.
Japan’s ‘Black Widow’ Serial Killer Chisako Kakehi
In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, I’m taking a trip across the globe to uncover the unsettling story of Japan’s “Black Widow,” Chisako Kakashi. This infamous serial killer has been accused of luring her victims into deadly traps—often using poison—as she pursued financial gain and control.
The Tragic Murder of Rhonda Hinson
In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at the heartbreaking 1981 murder of 19-year-old Rhonda Hinson, a North Carolina teen whose life was brutally cut short just two days before Christmas.
Rides That Never Return: Rideshare Nightmares
Hey y’all, it’s Julie Mattson, and on this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we’re diving into the unsettling world of deaths linked to Uber and Lyft rides.
The Walls Have Eyes: The Chilling Case of Daniel LaPlante
This week, I’m taking you into one of the most unsettling cases I’ve ever researched—the story of Daniel LaPlante. Known for his bizarre and terrifying behavior, LaPlante lurked in the walls of a family’s home before brutally murdering a pregnant woman and her children.
Breathless: Tragic Asphyxia and Choking Deaths
In this episode, I’m diving into a heartbreaking and often misunderstood topic—deaths caused by asphyxia and choking. Whether it’s accidental, intentional, or the result of foul play, these cases are some of the most challenging and emotional to investigate.
Susan Smith: A Mother’s Betrayal
This week, we’re revisiting one of the most shocking and heartbreaking cases in true crime history—the story of Susan Smith, the mother who drove her car into a lake in 1994, drowning her two young sons. It’s a case that stunned the nation, and now, nearly 30 years later, Susan was up for parole.
Deaths in Tanning Beds
In this episode, we’re diving into a chilling and often overlooked phenomenon—people found deceased in tanning beds.
Eighteen Decomposed Bodies in a Funeral Home
In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we dive into the chilling case of Chris Lee Johnson, a 39-year-old funeral home owner from Douglas, Georgia, who has been arrested after authorities discovered 18 decomposing bodies in his care.
Wife Murdered Over Zombie House Flipping Show
On this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we’re delving into the twisted tale of David Tronnes, a Florida man whose obsession with home renovations and dreams of reality TV stardom ended in murder.
