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Keystone Cold Cases
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In a podcast dedicated to shedding new light on Pennsylvania’s cold cases, join the KCC team as they explore both well-known and obscure mysteries haunting the Keystone State.
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Episode #215: Denise Barger - Murdered (2016) and Elizabeth "Betty Jane" Berquist - Murdered (1977)
4w ago00:48:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of *Keystone Cold Cases*, we explore two heartbreaking cases separated by decades but connected by unanswered questions. Denise Barger, a 62-year-old woman from Berwyn, Pennsylvania, was found brutally murdered inside her home in 2016. Despite an extensive investigation and a substantial reward, her killer has never been identified. We also examine the disappearance and murder of 24-year-old Elizabeth "Betty Jane" Berquist, a young mother and nurse who vanished in 1977. Months later, her remains were discovered in a remote area, but the circumstances surrounding her death remain a mystery. Two women, two tragic stories, and two families still waiting for answers.
Transcribe →Episode #214: Monthly Mood - GLP-1s
Jul 1700:52:40Tap to summarizeGLP-1 medications seem to be everywhere—but what are they, and why are so many people talking about them? In this episode, we break down the basics of GLP-1s, how they work, their benefits and potential risks, and the impact they're having on weight loss, diabetes treatment, and everyday conversations about health. Whether you're considering these medications, currently taking one, or simply curious about the hype, join us for an honest, informative discussion that separates fact from fiction.
Transcribe →Episode #213: Robert Gaurrich - Murdered (2013)
Jul 1000:36:33Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Keystone Cold Cases, we examine the unsolved murder of Robert Gaurrich. When Robert (known to friends and family as Bob) was found dead under suspicious circumstances, investigators worked to piece together what happened, but despite years of investigation, his killer has never been brought to justice. We explore the timeline of the case, the evidence, and the lingering questions that continue to haunt Bob's loved ones. Join us as we revisit this cold case, including a conversation with Rachel, Bob's niece, in hopes of keeping Bob's story alive and encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
Transcribe →Episode #212: Beyond the Keystone - Indiana
Jul 300:32:36Tap to summarizeIn November 1978, what began as a routine closing shift at a Burger Chef restaurant in Speedway, Indiana, ended in one of the nation's most haunting unsolved murder cases. Four young employees—Jayne Friedt, Ruth Shelton, Daniel Davis, and Mark Flemmonds—vanished without a trace, only to be found murdered two days later in a wooded area miles away. Despite decades of investigations, false confessions, and countless theories, no one has ever been convicted. In this episode, we examine the timeline, the investigative mistakes that may have cost the case its best chance at justice, and why the Burger Chef murders continue to captivate true crime investigators nearly 50 years later.
Transcribe →Episode #211: Bonnie, Jacqueline, Heather Dryfuse and Stephanie Herko Part 2 - Murdered (1994)
Jun 2600:47:41Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Keystone Cold Cases, we examine the heartbreaking case of Bonnie Lou Dryfuse, her daughters Jacqueline and Heather, and their cousin Stephanie Herko, who were brutally murdered inside their Pulaski Township, Pennsylvania home on June 15, 1994. What initially appeared to be a robbery quickly became one of western Pennsylvania's most shocking homicide cases. We explore the investigation, the trials, conflicting theories, and the questions that continue to surround the murders decades later. Join us as we take a closer look at a case that left a community searching for answers and justice.
Transcribe →Episode #210: Bonnie, Jacqueline, Heather Dryfuse and Stephanie Herko - Murdered (1994)
Jun 1900:43:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Keystone Cold Cases, we examine the heartbreaking case of Bonnie Lou Dryfuse,her daughters Jacqueline and Heather, and their cousin Stephanie Herko, who were brutally murdered inside their Pulaski Township, Pennsylvania home on June 15, 1994. What initially appeared to be a robbery quickly became one of western Pennsylvania's most shocking homicide cases. We explore the investigation, the trials, conflicting theories, and the questions that continue to surround the murders decades later. Join us as we take a closer look at a case that left a community searching for answers and justice.
Transcribe →Episode #209: Monthly Mood - Interview with Mike Gatto
Jun 1200:45:38Tap to summarizeToday’s episode is not just about a murder — it’s about the lasting impact violence leaves behind for the families forced to carry it. We’re joined by Mike Gatto, a former member of the California legislature, whose father, Joseph Gatto, had his life tragically taken in his own home in November of 2013. These events change the course of a family forever and tonight’s we will discuss the events that took place and the subsequent investigation, and how Mike and his family are getting through — it’s about the human side of tragedy, honoring a life that mattered, and giving space to the voice of someone who has lived with the aftermath every single day.
Transcribe →Episode #208: Beyond the Keystone - Illinois
Jun 500:54:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we examine the heartbreaking case of 7-year-old Maria Elizabeth Ridulph of Sycamore, Illinois. On a cold December night in 1957, Maria vanished while playing outside near her family home, sparking one of the largest missing child investigations in U.S. history at the time. Decades later, the case would take a shocking turn with an arrest and conviction—only for that conviction to eventually be overturned. Join us as we explore the investigation, the controversy surrounding the case, and the lasting impact Maria’s story has had on true crime history.
Transcribe →Episode #207: Stephanie Ann Boller - Murdered (1977)
May 2900:32:30Tap to summarizeStephanie Boller was a five-year-old girl from Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, who tragically disappeared on January 8, 1977. She had left her home to visit a friend, but after being turned away due to illness, she vanished on her way back. Despite extensive searches and investigations, her remains were discovered ten months later in Brady's Run Park, about five miles from her home. Stephanie had suffered a fatal skull fracture, but the circumstances surrounding her death remain unsolved.
Transcribe →Episode #206: Peggy Sue Hogue - Murdered (1983)
May 2200:33:42Tap to summarizeIn June of 1983, 24-year-old Peggy Sue Hogue, a young mother from North Sewickley Township, Pennsylvania, vanished after a night out in nearby Ellwood City. She was last seen in the early morning hours, walking alone after leaving a local bar. Hours later, her brutally beaten body was discovered in a wooded area near the Connoquenessing Creek. More than four decades later, Peggy Sue Hogue’s case remains unsolved—her story a haunting reminder of a life cut short and a family still waiting for answers.
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