Before Richard Speck murdered eight student nurses in Chicago, there were years of warning signs no one stopped.

In Part One of our coverage, Murder Unscripted explores Speck’s childhood, his deeply troubled relationships, and the violent misogyny that fueled his crimes. We examine his belief that “all women are whores,” the rage that defined his interactions, and his first known murder — Mary Pierce in Illinois — a chilling precursor to what was to come.

This episode lays the groundwork for understanding how Richard Speck became one of America’s most notorious killers — and why the system failed to intervene.

Part Two continues with the night that shocked the nation.

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Cold cases spanning years suddenly collided when a long-overdue DNA match pointed straight to Shore.

In Part Two of our investigation into Anthony Allen Shore, we uncover the forensic break that finally exposed the man responsible for some of Houston’s most haunting murders. As Shore’s violence escalated, investigators struggled to connect the cases — until one pivotal DNA match changed everything.

This episode brings together the threads that detectives spent years chasing, and shows how close Shore came to continuing his cycle of violence.

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In Part One of our two-episode deep dive into Anthony Allen Shore — The Tourniquet Killer, we explore the early life of a predator who hid in plain sight. We trace Shore’s abusive upbringing, his escalating behavior, and the first murders later linked to him through DNA: Laurie Tremblay in 1986 and Maria del Carmen Estrada in 1992.

This episode lays the foundation for understanding how Shore selected his victims, how he evaded detection for years, and why these early cases remained unsolved for so long. A victim-centered, psychologically informed examination of the beginnings of one of Texas’ most haunting serial killer cases.

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How reliable is your memory of a face? In this episode of Murder Unscripted, Melissa and Ed sit down with world-renowned forensic sketch artist and cognitive-interviewing expert Gil Zamora.

Gil shares his remarkable journey from law enforcement to becoming one of the most outspoken reformers in forensic art. He breaks down how traditional eyewitness interviews can contaminate memory, how his Mindful Interview Methodprotects cognitive evidence, and what really happens behind the scenes of high-stakes investigations—including his work on the 2003 Kathy Loreck murder.

Gil also takes us inside the transformative Dove “Real Beauty Sketches” campaign, revealing what it taught him about perception, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves about our own faces.

Then we put his skills (and our memories) to the test in a forensic-sketch mini-game featuring a young Tim Allen, whose pre-fame criminal past becomes the basis for an unforgettable demonstration.

If you love true crime, psychology, memory science, or behind-the-scenes investigative work, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

On a sunny afternoon in 2003, 49-year-old Kathleen “Kathy” Loreck stepped out for her regular lunchtime walk along a quiet Concord, California trail. Minutes later, she was brutally attacked in broad daylight — a crime so evil it shook the entire community to its core.

In this episode of Murder Unscripted, we unpack the chilling details behind Kathy's murder, the witnesses who stepped up to help, and the composite sketch that brought a ruthless killer to justice.

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🎙️ Welcome to Murder Unscripted — the weekly true-crime podcast where veteran producer Ed Hydock (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files & many more) teams up with his bestie - super-sleuth fan Melissa Spivey - to explore real life murder investigations. Our unique dynamic resonates with both seasoned true-crime fans and those new to the genre, while our unscripted interviews with detectives, forensic scientists, prosecutors, and victims’ families bring you far beyond recycled headlines - immersing you in the world of true-crime like no one else.

🔍 Expect deep dives into obscure stories, serial killers, cold cases, DNA breakthroughs & courtroom drama, plus Friday Minis, Shorts and live Q&As. Built on Insight, Integrity & Advocacy, we keep victims front-and-center, while adding a touch of humor to brighten even the darkest tales.

👉 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe, join the MU Crew & tap the bell!

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A survivor’s courage. A forensic artist’s skill. A killer exposed.

In this episode of Murder Unscripted, we tell the story of Daniel Lee Corwin, a Texas serial killer whose crimes haunted Huntsville in the 1980s — and how a single forensic sketch helped identify him before he could strike again.

Through survivor accounts, investigative records, and forensic breakthroughs, we trace Corwin’s descent into violence and the remarkable teamwork that finally stopped him.

This episode explores:

• The moment a survivor’s memory reshaped the investigation
• The artistry and science behind forensic sketches
• How law enforcement used those tools to track Corwin down

Follow Murder Unscripted for more cases where truth hides in the details — and where justice depends on the smallest clues.

A gifted grad student. A city on edge. And a composite sketch that changed everything.

Melissa unpacks the 2003 murder of Ottawa’s Ardeth Wood, from her disappearance to the forensic artistry that led investigators to her killer, Chris Myers.

This episode of Murder Unscripted explores how one powerful drawing helped bring justice — and how art and science combined to solve a chilling Canadian true crime case.

Dr. Katherine Ramsland sits down to discuss haunted crime scenes, paranormal forensics, and HBO’s The Serial Killer’s Apprentice What happens when true crime crosses into the paranormal?

In this spine-chilling episode of Murder Unscripted, forensic psychologist and author Dr. Katherine Ramsland explores haunted crime scenes, paranormal forensics, and the eerie mysteries behind real-life haunted institutions. From the terrifying Todville Murder Mansion and the dark past of The Dozier School for Boys, to the ghostly echoes of Pennhurst Asylum, Ramsland reveals how the dead may still speak through forensic evidence. We also dive into her creative process, her books, the making of HBO’s hit documentary The Serial Killer’s Apprentice, as well as her candid thoughts on the growing flood of AI-generated true crime content.

If you love true crime, psychology, the supernatural, and paranormal investigation, this episode is a must-watch.

📚 About Katherine Ramsland: Dr. Ramsland is a forensic psychologist, professor, and author of over 70 books, including works on serial killers, crime scene forensics, and the supernatural. She is also one of the creative forces behind HBO’s hit documentary, "The Serial Killer’s Apprentice."

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Welcome to Murder Unscripted — the weekly true-crime podcast where veteran producer Ed Hydock (Forensic Files, Cold Case Files & many more) teams up with his bestie - super-sleuth fan Melissa Spivey - to explore real life murder investigations. Our unique dynamic resonates with both seasoned true-crime fans and those new to the genre, while our unscripted interviews with detectives, forensic scientists, prosecutors, and victims’ families bring you far beyond recycled headlines - immersing you in the world of true-crime like no one else.

🔍 Expect deep dives into obscure stories, serial killers, cold cases, DNA breakthroughs & courtroom drama, plus Friday Minis, Shorts and live Q&As. Built on Insight, Integrity & Advocacy, we keep victims front-and-center, while adding a touch of humor to brighten even the darkest tales.

👉 New episodes every Tuesday. Subscribe, join the MU Crew & tap the bell!

🌐 For more information about us and the show, visit our website at: www.MurderUnscriptedPod.com

E-mail us at: murderunscriptedpod@gmail.com Follow us on socials

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