Case Files with Kat and Ashley
Each week we discuss what's new in our lives, we discuss craft beers from around the world, read listeners' answers to our Questions of the Week and do deep dives into stories involving true crime, unsolved mysteries, disappearances, paranormal, aliens and so much more! Exploring the dark side of humanity...with beer!!
Recent Episodes
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Sept. 10, 2026
S. 8 Episode 26: The Disappearance of Angela Green: Missing, Dead, or Alive?
In this week's episode, Ashley discusses the heartbreaking and infuriating disappearance of Angela Green, a 51-year-old mother in Prairie Village, Kansas. Throughout the investigation, her husband's story changes about 700 times, yet he is never named an official suspect and her case remains unsolved to this day. Anyone with any information about the case can either call the TIPS hotline at 816-474-TIPS or they can contact Steve at 319-573-0657. Resources: https://www.kctv5.com/2026/03...
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Sept. 3, 2026
S. 8 Episode 25: The Tanya Kach Story
*This was recorded a few weeks ago and delayed release so if we talk about anything in a timely manner that doesn't make sense- that's why* Tanya Kach was groomed by a security guard at her middle school when she was only 14. She was held captive for 10 years, 2 miles from her father's home. In this episode, Ashley discusses what Tanya went through during the 10 years she was held captive, her escape, and the aftermath. She discusses where everyone involved in the story is now. If you or someo
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Aug. 28, 2026
S. 8 Episode 24: Where Is Nicola Payne?
In December 1991, 18-year-old mother Nicola Payne vanished during a six-minute walk across a foggy stretch of Coventry, England, and has never been seen again. Decades of searches, conflicting witness accounts, questionable alibis, lost evidence, DNA testing, and even a murder trial have failed to answer what happened to her. More than 30 years later, Nicola’s family is still waiting for the answer that matters most: where is Nicola? Grab a drink and join us for this rollercoaster of an episode
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July 31, 2026
S. 8 Episode 23: Online Stranger Danger: The Breck Bednar Story
CONTENT WARNING: This episode talks about online stalkjing of a minor, REFERENCES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Breck_Bednar https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-37218591 https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2015/jan/12/lewis-daynes-stabbed-breck-bednar-essex-sentenced-chelmsford-crown-court https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/cyber/alerts/2025/violent-online-networks-target-vulnerable-and-underage-populations-across-the-united-states-and-around-the-globe?utm_source=chatgpt.com h
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July 23, 2026
S. 8 Episode 22: A Family Affair- the Disappearance of Crystal Rogers
In this episode, Ashley discusses the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, the murder of her father Tommy, and the family that was responsible for it all. Crystal was a mother of five who had her whole life ahead of her. Let's keep her name alive by telling her story. Resources: 1. https://www.oxygen.com/the-disappearance-of-crystal-rogers 2. https://fox56news.com/news/kentucky/11-passed-since-crystal-rogers-disappeared-from-her-bardstown-home/ (this article has some wrong dates so use caution) 3
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July 17, 2026
S. 8 Episode 22: Leopold & Loeb: The Crime of the Century
This week, Kat dives into the infamous Leopold and Loeb case, the shocking 1924 murder of 14-year-old Bobby Franks that became known as the "Crime of the Century." From two extremely smart and privledged young men convinced they could commit the perfect murder to Clarence Darrow's legendary defense, this case forever changed conversations about criminal psychology, justice, and the death penalty. Grab a drink and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! References: https://en.wikipedia