Residue: A True Crime Podcast
Chrissy Champagne explores the dark corners of the human experience, emphasizing the importance of trust, instincts and caution. Her dedication and sensitivity toward victims shines through.“Residue" is not just another true crime podcast, but a necessary tool for those who want to understand the dangers lurking in the real world. Stay Paranoid!
Episodes
78 episodes
Tragedy On Set: The Exorcist
In our "Tragedy On Set" series episode 75 we explore the terrifying stories that unfolded behind the scenes of The Exorcist—fires that destroyed sets, actors injured during filming, and the shocking true crime connection that would later cas...
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Episode 75
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18:45
A PTA Mom's Guide To Chaos
We dive into the twisted world of Jill and Kent Easter, a seemingly perfect couple with a dark secret. Jill, a highly educated lawyer and romance novelist, has a reputation for being a driven, perfectionist mother and wife. But beneath the poli...
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Episode 74
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28:11
Queen Bee or Killer Bee: The Murder of Cheyenne Clough
Buffalo, Minnesota was a small town where everyone knew everyone’s name, and that familiarity brought with it the kind of judgmental culture that could crush anyone who didn’t fit the mold. At the top of the social pyramid sat the Preppies—t...
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Episode 73
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23:22
Lost At Sea: The Joe Cool Murders
The disappearance of the Joe Cool fishing boat in 2007, along with its six passengers and crew, has remained a haunting case in maritime history. On September 22, 2007, the 47-foot sportfish vessel, owned by Jeff...
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Episode 72
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17:51
Relationship Status Single: The Murder of Hayley Jones
In the heart of the Welsh Valleys, New Tredegar it was 2009, and Hayley had four children, a home she barely managed to keep afloat, and a husband whose face had become a stranger to her. Life in New Tredegar was hard, but it had always been...
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Episode 71
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22:16
Friend Requests: The Murder of Nona Belomesoff
Nona Belomesoff was an 18-year-old full of dreams. She had just graduated high school, and while most of her friends were planning vacations or enjoying summer break, Nona was preparing for her future—specifically, a career in wildlife rescu...
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Episode 70
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22:29
The Last Song: The Disappearance of Justine Vanderschoot
On September 2, 2003, 17-year-old Justine Vanderschoot disappeared without a trace. Her mother, Lynette, discovered the front door slightly open and Justine’s silver Chevy truck missing, though her purse, dog, and other belongings were still at...
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Episode 69
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32:58
The Invisible Destroyer: The Story of Micah Rine Pate
Micah Rine Pate, a nurse living in Bartlett, Memphis, went missing on the evening of April 30, 2009, after going out for a run. Her husband, Thomas Pate, called her parents late that night, asking if they knew where she was. He claimed Micah...
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Episode 68
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31:03
Dating App Deception: The Murder of Chris Vo, A Glitter Queen
Chris Dong Vo, a 57-year-old hairdresser in Cleveland, Ohio, was tragically murdered on December 25, 2021. Vo, a Vietnamese refugee who had been a hairdresser for over 25 years, was known for his talent. He was lovingly referred to by friends a...
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Episode 67
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25:39
Crossing Paths With Evil: PART TWO, The Tragic Story of Jennifer Ertman & Elizabeth Peña
PART TWO In 1993, Jennifer Ertman (14) and Elizabeth Pena (16), were rushing home trying to meet curfew. What should have been an ordinary evening for the teens quickly took a devastating turn when they encountered a group of dru...
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Episode 66
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52:19
Crossing Paths With Evil: PART ONE, The Tragic Story of Jennifer Ertman & Elizabeth Peña
In 1993, Jennifer Ertman (14) and Elizabeth Pena (16), were rushing home trying to meet curfew. What should have been an ordinary evening for the teens quickly took a devastating turn when they encountered a group of drunk teenage boys who c...
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Episode 65
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1:01:11
A Teenage Love Triangle: The Murder of Krista Pike
In this chilling episode, we unravel the tragic story of a teenage love triangle that spiraled out of control, leading to the shocking murder of Krista Pike. At the heart of this case are three high school students: Brittany Navarra, Thomas ...
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Episode 64
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29:20
India Chipchase: A Life Stolen
India Chipchase and her friends went out together in Northampton Town Centre, during the course of the evening India and her friends became separated resulting in India being left alone and vulnerable outside of a venue in town.In the ea...
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Episode 63
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29:47
The Disappearance of April Gregory
April Gregory’s disappearance became one of the most haunting stories to unfold in Syracuse, New York, during the spring of 1996. On a cool night in May, April Gregory, a promising young woman from a close-knit family, vanished without a tra...
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Episode 62
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17:44
The Day The Music Died: Justice For Carol Ryan
The case of Carol Ryan, an unsolved murder in Upstate New York, remains a chilling and perplexing mystery. In 1996, Carol Ryan, a 42-year-old woman from Eastwood, New York, was discovered unconscious after suffering severe injuries from a fi...
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Episode 61
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25:51
The Dark Days of Dryden, NY Part 3: The Cheerleaders
In this gripping Part 3 episode, we dive into the chilling 1996 murder of 2 beloved high school cheerleaders from Dryden, New York. Sarah Hajney and Jennifer Bolduc. The tragic loss of 2 young lives that would forever alter this town th...
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Episode 60
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26:30
The Dark Days of Dryden, NY Part 2: Aliza May Bush/Scott Hume/Stephen Starr
In this chilling PART 2 episode, we dive deep into the mysterious town of Dryden, NY. The town, known for its eerie atmosphere and unexplained events, becomes the center of attention again when two-year-old Aliza May Bush vanishes without a ...
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Episode 59
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24:59
Resi Recommendation: A Holiday Treat Featuring Thick Thighs & Creepy Vibes: The Murder of Shelby Tracy Tom
Happy Holidays Residue listeners! As a special holiday treat, I would like to introduce you to my lovely podcasting friends, Mandy & Avery. I totally dig their podcast, Thick Thighs & Creepy Vibes. I know you will love them, too! ...
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43:18
The Dark Days of Dryden, NY Part 1: The Harris Family Murders
In this chilling Part 1 episode, we dive into the tragic and haunting case of the Harris family whose lives were brutally cut short on December 22nd, 1989. The small, tight-knit community of Dryden, NY was shaken to its core when the bodies ...
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Episode 58
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20:45
A Christmas Slaying: The Murders of Bob and Idella Young
It was Christmas night 2003 in the town of Nampa, Idaho. 83 year-old Bob Young and his 73 year-old wife, Idella Young, were set to enjoy a nice quiet Christmas dinner alone in their home. After hearing a knock on their front door, the elderly c...
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Episode 57
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30:19
Murder Ballads: Songs Inspired by True Crime Cases
This week on Residue we explore the eerie world of songs that were inspired by true crime cases. This episode features songs by Sarah McLachlan, Nirvana, Sherman Kelly, and Boomtown Rats. You might be surprised by the real story behind the s...
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Episode 56
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25:40
Bottom of the Barrel: Reyna Marroquin
In 1999, a Jericho, NY homeowner finds a 55-gallon barrel in the crawlspace of his home. The barrel contained the remains of a pregnant woman in her late 20’s. The woman’s purse was at the bottom of the barrel, and inside was a little phone boo...
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Episode 55
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32:11
The Thanksgiving Day Murder of Anne Harper
In the early morning hours of Thanksgiving 1995, a 911 call was placed in Fairfax County, Virginia. Michael Lee had just returned home from a night out to find his neighbor, Elizabeth Harper, running towards him in his yard. Her house was on fi...
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Episode 54
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25:08
Stalked By Evil: The Murder of Shannon Sanderson
One fateful night at a casino led to a search for answers for 25-year-old Shannon Sanderson's family. On the night of April 18th, 1996, Shannon Sanderson dropped her 3 children off at her ex-in-law's house. She was on her way to the Sam's Town ...
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Episode 53
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