Serialously with Annie Elise

Michelle Hadley thought she had found the perfect relationship… until a bizarre series of events turned life into a nightmare. What started as an ordinary love triangle quickly spiraled into a shocking web of fake identities, stalking, violent fantasies, and deception that led to an innocent woman being arrested. With Netflix's new documentary A Toxic Love Story bringing renewed attention to the case, Annie is reopening Michelle Hadley's story from the beginning and breaking down every unbelievable twist. .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darke

If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise.  .🔎Join Our True Crime Club & Get Exclusive Content & Perks. .🎧 Need More to Binge?  Listen to both of my weekly true crime series 10 to Life & Serialously with Annie Elise wherever you get your podcasts on the Annie Elise Channel! 🍎 Apple Podcasts | Where you can also unlock access to 100+ and growing extra exclusive deep dives. 💚 Spotify 🔴 YouTube 🎙️ All Other Platforms .📸 Follow Annie on Socials

This week on Headline Highlights: D4vd's preliminary hearing is underway, with prosecutors presenting evidence they say supports that he groomed and murdered 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The murder of New Jersey psychotherapist Brooke Hanlon remains unsolved nearly two months later, with no arrests or named suspects. New developments in the Ohio "House of Horrors" case reveal additional child marriages within the Siders family. And an Alabama teenager is accused of fatally stabbing his mother and critically injuring his father during an argument over discipline .If you’re new here, don

Halloween weekend in Grand Forks was pure chaos: packed bars, wild costumes, blackout drinking, and a party bus full of people who could barely remember the night by morning.  .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise.  .🔎Join Our True Crime Club & Get Exclusive Content & Perks. .🎧 Need More to Binge?  Listen to both of my weekly true crime series 10 to Life & Serialously with Annie Elise wherever you get your podcasts on the Annie Elise Channel

A Fourth of July trip to a remote island was supposed to be a day of celebration. Instead, it ended with an 18-year-old college football player dead and a family searching for answers. When Nolan Xavier Wells' friends returned to the mainland, they had his phone. They had his keys. But they didn't have Nolan. Some say he chose to stay behind. Others reportedly say he got back on the boat. So which story is true? As conflicting accounts emerge, an alleged confrontation, missing phone data, and a timeline that still doesn't make sense have only fueled more questions… .If you’re new here, don’t f

*There are unconfirmed reports that Elizabeth is currently pregnant again. Once we are able to confirm or not we will update you. When investigators arrived at a small home in rural Ohio to serve an unrelated warrant, they had no idea they were about to uncover what authorities have since called one of the worst cases of child neglect they had ever seen. Hidden inside the home were 16 children ranging in age from just over a year old to 18, allegedly living in conditions so horrific that officials described them as "pure evil." As the investigation unfolded, disturbing details began to emerge

This week on Headline Highlights: An Oklahoma stepfather who impregnated his 11-year-old stepdaughter has been sentenced to life in prison. New court documents allege that three women attacked and fatally stabbed Texas mother of five Caroline Peña, and all three now face murder charges. More than six months after 20-year-old Ethan Vernon was found dead in a burned truck in Ohio, his girlfriend and her parents have been indicted in connection with his death. After a shocking discovery in an Illinois lake, a man’s brother and sister-in-law were arrested after investigators uncovered disturbing d

Just days before Christmas, six-year-old Logan Tipton spent a perfect day with his family decorating the tree and making holiday memories. That night, while he slept in his bed, a stranger entered their home and stabbed him to death. Investigators later said the suspect was in a delusional state, believing he was acting out a “Grey’s Anatomy”-inspired mission, leaving Logan’s parents and siblings to wake up to a nightmare no family should ever have to face… .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version o

A missing 19-year-old vanishes during a lake party before her body is discovered days later, raising difficult questions about what really happened on the water. Then, two sisters are accused of committing a brutal murder together—and their shocking behavior after the arrest leaves everyone stunned. Plus, the disturbing case of a popular influencer allegedly killed, hidden inside a suitcase, and the international manhunt that followed.  .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head

A routine family fishing trip took a horrifying turn when a group of relatives spotted something unusual floating in a South Carolina river. The discovery of the body of 46-year-old Gregory Rice, wrapped in a tarp, weighed down with cinder blocks, and riddled with bullet holes, shocked the community. The discovery led investigators down a path filled with secrets, suspicious behavior, and questions that only multiplied as the truth finally came out… .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this e

What was Mackenzie Shirilla really saying on her prison calls? After listeners noticed her repeatedly switching into a strange coded language, speculation exploded online. In this special episode, attorney and fluent Carnie Talk speaker Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch helps translate some of Mackenzie's most talked-about calls, revealing conversations that were hidden in plain sight. From prison complaints and personal drama to comments that take on an entirely new meaning once decoded, this episode uncovers what was really being said… .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly dee

What started as a confrontation between two teenagers at a Texas track meet has become one of the most divisive criminal cases in recent memory. Dive into everything that led up to the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, the competing narratives surrounding Karmelo Anthony, and the trial testimony that had people talking nationwide. From explosive witness accounts and claims that Karmelo was already holding a knife before the confrontation began, to the medical examiner's devastating testimony about Austin's final moments, we cover every major development from the courtroom… .If you’

This week in Headline Highlights Anna Kepner’s stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, has been ordered into federal custody until his September trial. A Colorado mother has been charged with murder after allegedly enabling her 16-year-old daughter's alcohol abuse and failing to get her help before she died. In North Carolina, a teen and a 28-year-old man have been charged with killing her parents and grandmother before fleeing to Tennessee together. A German shipping heiress was found shot dead at her family’s South African estate just one day after the estate’s financial manager was also found dead fro

By the time detectives sat down across from Taylor Parker, they already knew something she didn't: her story was falling apart. The baby she claimed was hers wasn't hers at all. Faced with mounting evidence, Taylor offered explanation after explanation, each more unbelievable than the last. In Part Two, dive into the interrogation that exposed her lies, the trial that revealed even darker details, and the sentencing hearing that uncovered shocking behavior no one saw coming. Just when you think you've heard the worst part of this case, another bombshell drops… .If you’re new here, don’t forget

For months, Taylor Parker told friends, family, and even her boyfriend that she was pregnant. There was just one problem: she wasn't. As the date of her supposed delivery got closer, the lies became impossible to maintain. Then, on a quiet October morning in Texas, pregnant Reagan Simmons-Hancock was brutally attacked inside her own home. What happened next would become one of the most shocking and disturbing crimes in modern true crime history. In Part One, uncover the deception, the warning signs, and the horrifying discovery that changed everything… .If you’re new here, don’t forget to foll

This week on Headline Highlights: Josh Duggar’s appeal to overturn his conviction was denied, and his unexplained transfer to a federal medical facility has sparked speculation. New updates emerge as authorities say Ashlee Jenae died from self-inflicted harm linked to mental distress, but her family disputes the ruling and continues to question the investigation. Karen Read is suing investigators after her acquittal, and newly revealed texts from lead investigator Michael Proctor showing hateful language have intensified allegations of misconduct and bias in the case. University of Southampton

Just days after Thanksgiving in 2018, 29-year-old Kelsey Berreth seemingly vanished without a trace from her Colorado home. At first, her family tried convincing themselves there had to be a reasonable explanation. But as the days passed with no calls, no texts, and no sign of Kelsey, panic started setting in. Inside her condo, everything looked as though she had simply stepped out for a moment and never came back. Her belongings were still there, unfinished food sat untouched, and small details inside the apartment began making investigators increasingly uneasy. Meanwhile, the one person who

The final episode in the Mackenzie Saga. Nearly four years after the crash that killed her boyfriend and his friend, Mackenzie Shirilla continues to insist that she is innocent. And in hours of jail phone calls with her mother, she makes it clear that her stance hasn't changed. As Mackenzie discusses her conviction, life behind bars, and her hopes for an appeal, many listeners have been struck by what they see as a startling lack of accountability. At the same time, a series of text messages between Mackenzie and her father have sparked intense debate online. Dive into the calls, the texts, an

This week on Headline Highlights: Rebecca Haro pleaded guilty in the death of her 7-month-old son Emmanuel and was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison, though his remains have never been found. Nearly a year after Melissa Casias disappeared, hikers found her remains in a remote area of Carson National Forest. New court filings reveal disturbing new evidence in the cruise ship murder of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, as prosecutors build their case against her stepbrother, Timothy Hudson. Three women were found dead in Puerto Vallarta in two weeks, sparking serial killer rumors. And new intervi

Since her sentence to prison for the crash that killed her boyfriend and his friend, Mackenzie Shirilla has largely remained out of the public eye. Netflix's Crash recently introduced the case to a whole new audience, but many of these conversations were never featured in the documentary. Now, with the release of dozens of prison phone calls with friends, a different side of the story has emerged. In these candid conversations, Mackenzie opens up about life behind bars, her hopes for the future, the attention surrounding her case, and the challenges of adjusting to her new reality. Dive into t

When firefighters responded to a car burning off the side of Interstate 10 in Arizona, it looked like a routine highway fire. But hidden inside the vehicle was the body of 22-year-old Mercedes Vega, and investigators quickly realized this was one of the most horrifying cases they had ever encountered. As detectives dug into Mercedes’ final hours, they uncovered a trail of disturbing clues: blood in her apartment parking garage, surveillance footage capturing her last known moments alive, abandoned vehicles, and evidence suggesting she may have been targeted long before the night she disappeare

This week on Headline Highlights: Newly released jail calls from Mackenzie Shirilla are causing outrage after she called herself the “third victim” and joked about getting Kim Kardashian as her lawyer because she wears SKIMS. After billionaire Isak Andic, founder of Mango, died in what was initially ruled a hiking accident in Spain, investigators reopened the case and are now accusing his son. Influencer, Gabriela Gonzalez, and her father are facing attempted murder charges after prosecutors alleged they tried to hire a hitman to kill her ex, Jack Avery, during a bitter custody battle. And UK

In the small town of Moberly, Missouri, the disappearance of 16-year-old Kayla Huff has turned into a case filled with twists so bizarre and disturbing that it’s hard to believe it’s real. What started with a teenage girl vanishing after her car mysteriously broke down quickly spiraled into a massive investigation involving multiple arrests, shocking allegations, suspicious behavior, and rumors spreading across social media faster than investigators can confirm them. The deeper authorities dig into Kayla’s final days, the darker and more complicated this case becomes, leaving an entire communi

This week on Headline Highlights: Outrage is growing after Makayla Settles’ father pleaded guilty to incest and supplying alcohol to a minor, yet only faces a maximum sentence of just three years in prison. Kouri Richins has officially been sentenced to life without parole for murdering her husband, though many are now focused on her emotional courtroom statement where she continued claiming innocence. In a shocking update, Alex Murdaugh has been granted a new murder trial after the court ruled that jury misconduct by the trial clerk violated his right to a fair trial. A federal operation invo

Today we’re breaking down the 5 biggest bombshells Netflix left out of the Mackenzie Shirilla case — including disturbing witness statements, alleged prior threats, missing toxicology questions, and behavior in the aftermath of the crash that never made it into the documentary. From claims friends were pressured to stay quiet to the controversy surrounding discarded blood samples, there are layers to this case that most people have never heard. We’re unpacking the details, contradictions, and unanswered questions that could completely change how you view the crash and everything that followed.

What first seemed like a tragic car accident quickly spiraled into one of the most controversial murder cases in recent memory. After crashing her car at nearly 100 miles per hour, killing her boyfriend and friend, Ohio teenager Mackenzie Shirilla was accused of intentionally driving them to their deaths. But years later, with Netflix revisiting the story and new text messages, prison calls, and claims of medical episodes surfacing, people are beginning to question whether everything about this case is really as clear as it once seemed. Was this a calculated act of murder, or could there be mo

If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise.  .🔎Join Our True Crime Club & Get Exclusive Content & Perks. .🎧 Need More to Binge?  Listen to both of my weekly true crime series 10 to Life & Serialously with Annie Elise wherever you get your podcasts on the Annie Elise Channel! 🍎 Apple Podcasts | Where you can also unlock access to 100+ and growing extra exclusive deep dives. 💚 Spotify 🔴 YouTube 🎙️ All Other Platforms .. 📸 Follow Annie on Social

This week on Headline Highlights: Lynette Hooker’s disappearance in the Bahamas is now under heavier scrutiny after authorities seized her husband Brian’s sailboat as part of the investigation. A deadly Pennsylvania house fire is being investigated as arson after police say Robert Zimmerman allegedly set the home ablaze following a woman’s rejection. In another disturbing case, prosecutors say Brian Lanzim drove from Maine to New Jersey armed with guns and body armor after threatening his ex-girlfriend’s family, in what authorities believe may have been a planned family annihilation. And, in W

When 33-year-old Katlyn Harp suddenly vanished, her twin sister Heather knew almost immediately that something was very wrong. The two were inseparable, best friends, daily confidants, and the kind of twins who never went a single day without talking. So when Katlyn’s usual morning selfie never came, her phone went dark, and a suspicious text claiming she had “needed a break” surfaced, Heather’s gut told her this wasn’t a woman walking away… it was the start of a nightmare.  .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch t

In November 2025, 18-year-old Anna Kepner boarded a family cruise expecting sunshine, memories, and a relaxing vacation at sea. Instead, the trip ended in horror when Anna was found dead inside the room she shared with her stepbrother and younger half-brother while the ship sailed through international waters. Her father says he was the one who found her, pulling her body from underneath the bed before realizing his daughter was gone. Prosecutors now allege Anna was assaulted and intentionally killed, while the teenage family member accused of her murder reportedly claims he “can’t remember” w

This week on Headline Highlights: A developing situation has left multiple people ill and at least three dead from suspected Hantavirus, an unusual outbreak on a luxury cruise ship. Prosecutors say a new timeline shows David Anthony Burke (d4vd)  planned Celeste’s murder,  and staged a cover story, though it has not been proven in court. In Shreveport, Louisiana, Shamar Elkins allegedly shot his girlfriend, killed eight children including seven of his own, and then fled. Tanner Horner has now been sentenced to death for the killing of Athena Strand. In Alice Springs, a 5-year-old girl known as

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Just days before her mother was set to visit, 26-year-old Annie McCarrick, an American who had moved to Ireland to build a life she loved, vanished without a trace after a normal morning of errands, leaving behind unpacked groceries, missed plans, and a final confirmed sighting that would become the start of one of Ireland’s most haunting unsolved disappearances, with conflicting witness accounts and a decades-long search that still has not revealed what happened to her… .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the v

This week on Headline Highlights: Makayla Settles’ father will not be charged with what many were hoping for due to insufficient evidence without her testimony, and the case is moving forward on lesser charges despite DNA evidence and earlier felony arrests. Celeste Rivas Hernandez was confirmed to have been murdered by multiple injuries and dismemberment, while the case against David Anthony Burke (d4vd) continues to expand with large amounts of digital evidence. Ashly Robinson, known as Ashlee Janae, was found dead in her Zanzibar villa days after a birthday trip and safari proposal. USF stu

When Angelique Robledo was 18 years old and pregnant, she thought she had found a friend in another woman who seemed to be going through the same experience. But that friendship was hiding something far more sinister. In this episode, Angelique shares the terrifying story of how someone she trusted was allegedly planning to kill her and steal her unborn baby; a rare but horrifying crime known as fetal abduction. From the early red flags to the day everything changed, Angelique walks us through what happened, how she survived, and the lasting impact it’s had on her life. She also opens up about

When Angelique Robledo was 18 years old and pregnant, she thought she had found a friend in another woman who seemed to be going through the same experience. But that friendship was hiding something far more sinister. In this episode, Angelique shares the terrifying story of how someone she trusted was allegedly planning to kill her and steal her unborn baby; a rare but horrifying crime known as fetal abduction. From the early red flags to the day everything changed, Angelique walks us through what happened, how she survived, and the lasting impact it’s had on her life. She also opens up about

This week on Headline Highlights: Major updates have emerged in the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez as d4vd has been arrested and charged. Haley Beck, a teacher and sister of influencer Noah Beck, has been accused of grooming and having a sexual relationship with a high school student. Anna Kepner’s stepbrother has officially been indicted by a grand jury in connection to her death aboard a cruise ship last year. In the trial of seven-year-old Athena Strand, who was abducted and killed by a delivery driver in 2022, jurors are now hearing emotional and disturbing evidence as they decide whethe

New developments have emerged in the case, as singer d4vd was arrested last week, sending shockwaves across both the music world and online communities. Now, a press conference is being held, where officials are expected to address the charges, outline the investigation, and reveal what comes next. .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise. .🔎Join Our True Crime Club & Get Exclusive Content & Perks. .🎧 Need More to Binge? Listen to both of my

On the same morning in a quiet New Jersey suburb, two homes connected to the Caniero family go up in flames, just hours apart. At Paul Caniero’s house, everyone escapes safely. But at his brother Keith Caniero’s home, firefighters arrive to something far more chilling: a body on the front lawn and a devastating discovery waiting inside. As investigators begin to connect the scenes, the question quickly shifts from what happened to why, and how two tragedies so closely linked could unfold in such different ways. What they uncover points to something deeply personal, and far more calculated than

When Makayla Settles took her own life, the circumstances surrounding her death raised immediate red flags, including unanswered questions and behavior from those close to her that did not quite add up. Join Annie Elise and Dr Leslie Dobson as they break down the case, examine the psychological dynamics at play, and uncover the troubling inconsistencies that continue to leave this case unresolved. .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise.  .🔎Joi

When a quiet college gathering at Calgary’s “Butler Mansion” spirals into a nightmare in the early hours of April 15th, 2014, first responders were met with a scene that would haunt them forever. Five victims, frantic 911 calls, and a suspect who wasn’t a stranger but someone who had been in the room just moments before. As witnesses piece together what unfolded that night, a chilling story emerges involving a deadly pursuit, and claims that stretch into something far more bizarre, including talk of werewolves and a coming war. But what drove a seemingly ordinary young man to commit such shock

This week on Headline Highlights: A Colorado Court of Appeals has granted Letecia Stauch a new trial after it was revealed that a juror had a family connection to the prosecutor’s office. Gerhardt Konig took the stand this week, along with his son, after allegedly attempting to murder his wife, Arielle Konig, during a hike in Hawaii. Joseph Duggar had his bond set at $600,000 last week and has since bonded out. And in Florida, a 19-year-old was arrested after allegedly dismembering a sex offender and collecting his blood to examine it under a microscope, reportedly inspired by the TV show ‘Dex

On a warm August day in 2012, 26-year-old Bethany Deaton married the man she believed she’d build her future with, but just two months later she was found dead inside her minivan in a quiet area that didn’t match the circumstances of her final moments. What was first described as her taking her own life began to raise questions as details emerged that didn’t quite align, and people close to her started pointing to changes in her behavior and the influence of those around her. As investigators took a closer look, the situation became harder to explain, with new information suggesting that what

This week on Headline Highlights: New DMV surveillance footage has emerged months after the prosecution of quadruple murderer Bryan Kohberger. A thirty-year-old woman in Indiana was arrested on nine counts of first-degree murder after allegedly shooting her husband and his parents. New details have also been released in the arrests of Joseph Duggar, of 19 Kids and Counting, and his wife Kendra Duggar, who are facing separate charges relating to minors. And in a shocking case, quadruple amputee Dayton James Webber was arrested for allegedly shooting his friend multiple times while operating a v

Seventeen-year-old Bianca Devins was supposed to be having the night of her life, attending her first concert, experiencing a new sense of independence, and stepping into everything her future could hold. But by morning, she never made it home, and instead, a horrifying image posted online sent shockwaves across the country. What began as a fun night in New York City quickly turned into something far darker, revealing a chilling obsession and a brutal act of violence... .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the vi

This week on Headline Highlights: two Florida teen girls are behind bars after allegedly attempting to murder a classmate, then laughing about it afterward. In Alabama, there are major developments in the case of 2-year-old Genesis Nova Reid, who went missing, as her own mother has now been charged. Meanwhile, Joseph Duggar of 19 Kids and Counting, and his wife, Kendra Duggar, were both arrested in separate cases involving children. And in a chilling international case, 31-year-old Austrian influencer Stefanie Pieper was found dead, her body hidden inside a suitcase in Slovenia. .If you’re new

Serial killers. Unsolved murders. Investigations that gripped America. If you think you know these cases, think again.  America's Most Infamous Crimes is a Crime House original hosted by Katie Ring. Each week, we go deep on one of the most notorious true-crime cases in American history.  Not the quick recap version, but the full story told across multiple episodes every Tuesday through Thursday.  America’s Most Infamous Crimes breaks down:  What happened: the crimes, the victims, and the evidence  How investigators closed in: the breakthroughs, the dead ends, and the mistakes  Why it still mat

Just minutes before closing, 25-year-old Jessica Heeringa vanished from a quiet Michigan gas station, leaving her purse, wallet, and cigarettes behind. A witness saw a silver minivan acting strangely, and investigators soon realized this wasn’t a simple disappearance. As they dug deeper, they uncovered suspicious connections, shocking secrets, and a predator who had been living among the community all along. From missing women to attempted kidnappings, the case would span years, tie multiple victims together, and leave investigators racing against time to stop him before he struck again… .If y

Newly released footage involving Taylor Frankie Paul shows a heated and escalating fight with Dakota—and it’s honestly more intense than what had originally been reported. The altercation turns physical, objects are thrown, and tragically, her daughter ends up getting injured in the middle of it. We’re breaking down exactly what the footage shows, how it compares to what we thought we knew, and the bigger concerns this raises. Then, we get into the unexpected announcement that The Bachelorette has officially been canceled by ABC. After years as a cornerstone of the franchise, the decision is l

Dive deeper into the unfolding investigations surrounding the Epstein files as Dr. Leslie Dobson returns to the studio, joining Annie for an eye-opening conversation that goes beyond the headlines and digs into the details. Together, they break down the latest developments, explore the unanswered questions, and examine what these revelations could mean moving forward. This is the inside look you won’t want to miss… .If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@a