Home Is Where The Murder Is: Daily Summaries Delivered

Episode 135: Serial Killer Arthur Gary Bishop

On the surface, Arthur Gary Bishop appeared to be an ordinary, trusted member of his Utah community. But beneath that façade was a predator responsible for one of the state's most horrifying series of child murders. Between 1979 and 1983, Bishop abducted and murdered five young boys, leaving families and investigators searching for answers as fear spread throughout the Salt Lake City area. His carefully crafted double life allowed him to hide in plain sight—until one final disappearance unraveled years of deception. In this episode, we examine Bishop's background, the warning signs that went unnoticed, the investigation that ultimately exposed him, and the lasting impact his crimes had on the victims' families and the community. We also discuss the psychology behind his offenses, his confession, his decision to forgo appeals, and the lessons this tragic case continues to teach about recognizing and stopping child predators. Listener discretion is strongly advised. This episode contains discussions of child abduction, sexual abuse, and homicide that may be disturbing to some audiences.

Episode 134: Marianne Bachmeier

In this podcast, we explore the extraordinary and controversial story of Marianne Bachmeier, the German mother whose name became synonymous with one of the most debated acts of vigilante justice in modern history. After the tragic murder of her seven-year-old daughter, Anna, in 1980, Marianne entered a courtroom in Lübeck, Germany, and fatally shot the man accused of the crime during his trial. Through historical context, eyewitness accounts, legal perspectives, and ethical discussion, we examine the events that led to that unforgettable moment and the questions it continues to raise decades later. Was Marianne driven solely by overwhelming grief, or did her actions expose deeper frustrations with the justice system? How did the public, the media, and the courts respond? And why does her story still resonate around the world? This episode offers a balanced look at one of history's most emotionally charged courtroom incidents, exploring the complex intersection of loss, justice, morality, and the limits of human emotion.

Episode 133: The Hunt Family Murders

Episode 132 - The Dardeen Family Murders

In this episode, Molly covers the horrific cases of the Dardeen Family from Southern Illinois. Not only does this unsolved case make your stomach turn, but it will leave you wanting to solve it yourself!

Episode 131 - The Murders of Devon & Damon Routier

In this episode we cover the brutal murders of Devon and Damon Routier. Who were just young children when they died. Killed in a unspeakable manner in their own home by the one person who should have kept them safe.

Episode 130 - The Baraboo Bone Crusher

In this episode, Molly covers the highly requested case of Joe Clark AKA...the Baraboo Bone Crusher. This one is a real doozy so buckle up folks!

Episode 129 - Oregon & Pennsylvania (Randall Brent Woodfield & The Murder of Dawn Marie Wagner

EDIT: I am aware I was incorrect about how many children were killed by the hands of Diane Downs. I confused her with another case I am working on. She still sucks. In this episode we continue on our states series that we started for one summer ago that has now lasted two years LOL. Robyn covers the cases of serial killer Randall Woodfield and Molly covers the very sad murder of Dawn Wagner.

Episode 128 - Billy the Axeman

In this episode, Robyn tells the very old tale of how a deranged lunatic used he railways to murder all across the united states. Earning the name, Billy the Axeman