In 2017, Libby Caswell was found dead in a motel room in Independence, Missouri. Police quickly ruled her death a suicide. But her mother Cindy thinks she was murdered — and she believes she has proof the crime scene was staged. Award-winning investigative reporter Melissa Jeltsen dives deep into Libby’s final days, finding new evidence that unravels the official story and threatens to implicate more than just those in the motel room that day. In her search for answers, Jeltsen exposes the w ...
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The Survivors — Libby Caswell BONUS
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Libby Caswell is unable to share her experience of domestic violence in her own words. In this bonus episode, four anonymous women tell their stories of domestic abuse- the details they remember, the ones they wish they could forget, and how they eventually got out. If you or anyone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, call the National Domesti…
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Nuisance laws — Libby Caswell BONUS
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The nuisance law in Independence, Missouri played a pivotal role in Libby's story. In this bonus episode, hear Melissa's extended conversation with Sandra Park, former ACLU lawyer and current head of the Civil Rights Bureau of the NY State Attorney General’s Office, as they discuss what nuisance laws are, how they're often misused and what's being …
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Melissa in Conversation — Libby Caswell BONUS
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Go behind the scenes on the making of What Happened to Libby Caswell. Host Melissa Jeltsen talks to fellow journalist and podcaster Emma Gray (MSNBC columnist, host of the Love To See It podcast, and co-author of the Rich Text Substack) about what drew Melissa to Libby's case, what she looks for when considering a new investigative project, why she…
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Epiphany — Libby Caswell E8
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In the final episode, a new witness comes forward with details that raise tantalizing questions. Cindy becomes a national advocate for changes in how domestic violence is handled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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Black Shadows — Libby Caswell E7
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Family members defend Libby’s boyfriend and help shed light on his actions over the years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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The Twist — Libby Caswell E6
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A forensic expert discovers evidence that upends the official narrative about Libby’s death and points to a coverup. Local police defend their work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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The Fight Of Your Life — Libby Caswell E5
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Libby’s mom Cindy hires a private investigator to uncover new clues. Investigative journalist Melissa Jeltsen visits the motel for herself. And Libby’s friends open up about the last week of her life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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Toxic — Libby Caswell E4
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We learn more about the secrets in Libby’s life that threatened to endanger it, and the tumultuous cycle that led Cindy to a difficult decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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Domestic Disturbance — Libby Caswell E3
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Investigative journalist Melissa Jeltsen explores Libby’s complicated relationship with her boyfriend and their interactions with police. And, a witness comes forward with a harrowing story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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Undetermined — Libby Caswell E2
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Libby’s boyfriend is interviewed by police. The medical examiner isn’t sure exactly how Libby died — but the police close the case as a suicide anyway. Libby’s mom, Cindy, questions the official report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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The Girl In Room 319 — Libby Caswell E1
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In 2017, Libby Caswell was found dead in a motel room in Independence, Missouri with her boyfriend’s belt around her neck. Her grieving mom Cindy is left with more questions than answers. Award-winning investigative journalist Melissa Jeltsen digs into the circumstances surrounding Libby’s death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In 2017, Libby Caswell was found dead in a motel room in Independence, Missouri. In Season Two of "What Happened To...", investigative journalist Melissa Jeltsen exposes the web of failures that left Libby vulnerable, and explores how her story fits into one of America’s most deadly epidemics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Other Sandra — Sandy Beal BONUS
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In this bonus episode, Melissa talks with Laura Crimaldi — a reporter for The Boston Globe — who is covering a contemporary case with eerie similarities to Sandy Beal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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Good Grief — Sandy Beal E8
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The Beal family is faced with a daunting task that threatens to divide them. Sandy’s final words are cast in a new light. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…
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The Unraveling — Sandy Beal E7
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Sandy’s cousin Kim meets with a cold case detective who offers her something unexpected - and transformative. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 741-741 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Divided Minds — Sandy Beal E6
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The Beals' distrust of police leaves even the most basic facts about Sandy's case up for interpretation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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Sandy's Police File — Sandy Beal E5
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Sandy’s newly released police file reveals that she sought help from law enforcement months before her death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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The Stink — Sandy Beal E4
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The exact nature of Sandy's relationships with local police officers comes under new scrutiny. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von iHeartPodcasts
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My Life As A Cop Freak — Sandy Beal E3
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A journal entry sheds light on Sandy’s desires to be a police officer. When she suddenly dies, the homicide detective tasked with her case is inundated with strange phone calls. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Crisis Text Line at 74…
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Dear Doug — Sandy Beal E2
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Unbeknownst to her parents, Sandy Beal was secretly dating a married state trooper at the time of her death. The letter she left him in her car leaves her family with more questions than answers. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text "STRENGTH" to Cris…
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The Girl In The Pole Yard — Sandy Beal E1
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For more than forty years, Kim Parmer has been haunted by the prospect that someone murdered her cousin, Sandy Beal, in 1977. Award-winning reporter Melissa Jeltsen investigates the mysterious death of a teenage girl in Prince George's County, Maryland. If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please contact the National Suicide Prevent…
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