Investigation: Homicide

Episode #39 - Criminal Minds: a front view to some of the worst of the worst

On this episode of Investigation: Homicide, hosts Therese Apel and Amanda Johansson speak with Bo Bertling, a licensed professional counselor with the Texas Department of corrections. Having spent years working with some of the most dangerous offenders in the Texas prison system, Bertling shares a rare perspective on the psychology of a violent criminal – how the mind develops, and what Law Enforcement and society need to understand in order to confront, prevent, or maybe even correct it.
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #38 War Zones and Wellness: A Green Beret’s Journey on 9/11

On tonight’s episode of Investigation: Homicide, hosts Therese Apel and Amanda Johansson sit down with Sgt. Jordan Jones, an Army Green Beret and special forces medic, to discuss the lasting impact of 9/11 on the world and his career. Sgt. Jones shares powerful stories from his time in the military, reflections on patriotism, and his personal journey from the battlefield to his latest venture—HOLOS, a wellness and performance optimization company dedicated to military personnel, law enforcement, first responders, and high-stress professionals.
Don't miss this deep conversation about resilience, service, and what it means to truly give back to those who serve.
This podcast is produced by Daniel Anderson and Audio Alchemy.

Episode 37 - From Mississippi to Mexico: Tracking Miguel Oros

This week on Investigation: Homicide, co-hosts Therese Apel and Amanda Johansson dig into the chilling case of Miguel Oros — a suspected serial predator whose crimes stretched across Mississippi and Louisiana, leaving elderly victims in fear for years. After vanishing across international borders, Oros was finally tracked down and brought back to face justice. Joining us is MBI Lt. Col. Jimmy Herzog, one of the investigators who worked the case, to share how law enforcement pieced it all together and what it took to capture him.  
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #36 - Through the Eye of the Storm: Hurricane Katrina 20 Years Later

In this episode of Investigation: Homicide, Nicole and Amanda sit down with Robert Latham, retired Director of the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), to reflect on the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina; a storm that forever changed the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
 
Robert shares his perspective on the monumental challenges faced by first responders, local leaders, and everyday citizens in the days and weeks following the storm. From coordinating emergency response efforts amid unprecedented destruction to addressing the overwhelming needs of displaced families, he provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it took to hold communities together in the face of crisis.
 
This conversation explores not only the devastation left in Katrina’s wake but also the resilience and determination of Mississippi’s people. Robert discusses the lessons learned, the importance of preparation, and the spirit of unity that emerged when neighbors, volunteers, and responders came together to rebuild.
 
Through stories of heartbreak, heroism, and hope, this episode offers a powerful reminder of the impact Katrina had on the Gulf Coast and the lasting legacy it left behind.
 
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This podcast is produced by Daniel Anderson of Audio Alchemy

Episode 35: The Disappearance of Gregory Varnado

A missing man. A burned-out car. And a quiet Mississippi county holding its breath.
 
Gregory Varnado vanished in August 2024. Weeks later—his remains were found in the ashes of his burned-out vehicle.
 
Now, Lawrence County Sheriff Ryan Everett takes us inside the investigation… and the unanswered question: What happened to Greg Varnado?
 
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Episode #34 – Hate, a bathtub, and a stubborn coroner

On May 24, 1992, 39-year-old nurse and mother of two, Gail Mosby, was found dead in her bathtub in Jackson, Mississippi. Initially believed to be a suicide, the scene raised red flags—shallow water, blood in the tub, and a small bruise on her body. Investigators soon uncovered a chilling truth: Gail's death wasn’t self-inflicted but the result of a deadly conspiracy.  
 
Our friend, Retired JPD Detective Charlie Smith, joins us to discuss this case that was featured Sunday on Oxygen's "Snapped," and to give us the story behind the story.
 
This podcast is produced by Daniel Anderson and Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode 33 - Building Bridges: Crime Prevention & Community Outreach with Captain Christian Vance

In this episode of Investigation: Homicide, Nicole and Amanda sit down with Captain Christian Vance of the Jackson Police Department, a dedicated law enforcement leader passionate about reducing crime and strengthening ties between officers and the community they serve.
 
Captain Vance shares his insight on the challenges facing Jackson, Mississippi, including rising crime rates, youth involvement in criminal activity, and the importance of early intervention. He discusses innovative youth outreach initiatives, community-driven policing strategies, and the vital role of trust between citizens and law enforcement in solving crimes and preventing violence.
 
From personal stories in the field to practical solutions aimed at steering young people away from dangerous paths, this conversation offers a unique look at how collaboration, empathy, and proactive policing can help make our communities safer.
 
This podcast is produced by Daniel Anderson of Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode #32 - Fleeing the Scene: The Hunt for Yerby Hughes

This week, join the ladies of Investigation: Homicide as they sit down with Walthall County Detective Justin Dyar to dig into the chilling case of Yerby Hughes, the man who murdered Chad Bryant and then vanished into the woods of rural Mississippi.
How did Hughes slip through law enforcement’s fingers after leaving the scene in his victim’s truck? And what led to his dramatic capture in an abandoned shed—just 48 hours after the crime?
Investigator Dyar recounts the twists, the tracking, and the team effort that brought a killer to justice.
This podcast is produced by Daniel Anderson and Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode 31 -- "Beneath the Surface: The Case of Wayne 'Kysten' Fiddis"

Oxford is a college town full of all kinds of people from all over the state. Sometimes that can make certain crimes harder to investigate in the cross-section of Mississippi humanity. Tonight, Therese Apel and Nicole Kral look into the investigation led by Oxford Police Department’s Lt. Mark Hodges, who found himself unraveling a case of attacks, burglaries, and other odd occurrences in Oxford and neighboring Union County.
Wayne “Kysten” Fiddis of Holly Springs appeared to be just an average guy, fairly unassuming, and mostly off the radar. But when police realized the connections between several burglaries and assaults in 2020, one victim’s razor-sharp memory and the work of a gifted police sketch artist set the case into motion. As Lt. Hodges and his team followed the trail, DNA evidence and a pattern of similarities across cases began to emerge.
Join us as we explore how persistence, intuition, and a few key breakthroughs led authorities to uncover the truth behind the man who could easily disappear into the background.
This podcast is produced by Daniel Anderson and Audio Alchemy Productions.

Episode 30 - Can One Leader Save a City? Chief Joseph Wade and the Fight to Restore JPD

Jackson, Mississippi — a city long marked by both triumph and turbulence — has seen its share of highs and lows. At the heart of its evolving story stands the Jackson Police Department, an institution as tested as the city itself. After years of strain under a troubled administration that many within law enforcement say pushed the department to the brink, a new chapter is underway at City Hall.
 
With the retention of Chief Joseph Wade at JPD, optimism is cautiously building Chief Wade has been tasked with — and is succeeding at — restoring stability to the department, rebuilding morale, and addressing a growing need for accountability and public trust.
 
Tonight, on Investigation: Homicide, Chief Wade sits down with us to talk about his plans to recruit new and veteran officers, strengthen partnerships with neighboring agencies, and reestablish confidence in Jackson’s police force.
 
As the city looks to the future, the question remains: can one strong leader bring lasting change to a department — and a community — in need of both?
This episode is produced by Daniel Anderson at Audio Alchemy Productions.