Podcast Summary: Murder Sheet - "The Cheat Sheet: Daycares and Divorces"

Release Date: May 23, 2025
Hosts: Áine Cain (Journalist) and Kevin Greenlee (Attorney)

Introduction to Today's Topics

In this episode of The Murder Sheet, hosts Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee delve into a series of gripping true crime cases spanning the United Kingdom and several states in the U.S., including Indiana, Ohio, and Missouri. The episode, titled "The Cheat Sheet: Daycares and Divorces," explores complex narratives involving daycare misconduct, self-defense claims in murder convictions, attorney-related homicides, and harassment leading to legal repercussions.

Case 1: Martina Ogunowska - Self-Defense or Cold-Blooded Murder? (07:14 - 17:07)

Location: United Kingdom

Summary:
Martina Ogunowska, an 18-year-old woman with a traumatic past, was convicted for the murder of Philip Jaskowitz. The case has sparked significant debate over whether her actions constituted self-defense against sexual assault or were a result of premeditated intent.

Key Points:

• Background: Ogunowska had a history of being bullied and suffered severe post-traumatic stress disorder from being raped at age 14.

• The Incident (October 20, 2018): After a drunken argument, Jaskowitz aggressively approached Ogunowska, allegedly sexually assaulting her. In response, Ogunowska, armed with a knife provided by a friend, stabbed him accidentally during the struggle, leading to his death.

• Legal Debate:
  "He grabbed her by the neck, forcing her to her knees. That's an assault that could injure somebody." – Unnamed Speaker 3 [10:25]

  The defense argues self-defense due to the sexual assault, while prosecution highlights that Ogunowska remained in the situation, complicating her self-defense claim.

Insights:
The case underscores the complexities of self-defense laws, especially when the accused has a history of trauma and the confrontation involves potential sexual violence. Hosts discuss the societal and legal perceptions of such defenses and the implications of Ogunowska's sentence.

Case 2: Gabriel Garner - Daycare Horror in Indiana (21:03 - 39:12)

Location: Hendricks County, Indiana

Summary:
Gabriel Garner, a daycare employee at Main Street University for Kids in Brownsburg, Indiana, faces 43 felony charges, including child molestation and possession of child sexual abuse materials. The case reveals systemic failures in reporting and addressing abuse within childcare institutions.

Key Points:

• Allegations:
  "In the first incident, Garner asked a five-year-old girl to kiss him before a nap during the day." – Unnamed Speaker 3 [24:04]

  Over multiple incidents, Garner engaged in inappropriate behavior with children, including sending explicit texts about a child’s foot fetish.

• Institutional Failures:
  The daycare staff, including owners Nancy Minton and Jennifer Lingbeck, failed to report these incidents to authorities, even when parents raised concerns. Instead, they attempted to discredit the claims using surveillance footage with blind spots.

• Whistleblower:
  An initially reporting teacher acted as a whistleblower, questioning the lack of proper reporting and confronting the daycare management, ultimately receiving threats.

Insights:
The discussion highlights the critical importance of mandatory reporting laws and the moral responsibility of caregivers and institutions to protect children. The hosts express frustration over the daycare's attempts to gaslight the victims' families and the broader implications for child safety in educational environments.

Case 3: Gregory Moore - Attorney Accused of Orchestrating Homicide in Ohio (39:32 - 55:36)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Summary:
Gregory Moore, a 51-year-old divorce attorney, has been indicted for the 2013 murder of his client, Eliza Sherman. Prosecutors allege that Moore orchestrated the killing to obstruct court proceedings in her divorce case.

Key Points:

• The Crime (March 24, 2013):
  Eliza Sherman was waiting outside Moore's law office for a divorce meeting when she was brutally stabbed to death. Sherman managed to call the police after the attack.

• Investigation and Indictment:
  Years of meticulous investigation led to Moore's arrest in May 2025. Evidence, including cell phone records and electronic access hacking, suggests Moore manipulated communications to create a false narrative of his innocence during and after the assault.

• Prosecutor's Statement:
  "The Sherman family has waited over a decade for answers regarding their mother's homicide... Gregory Moore orchestrated and participated in the brutal murder of Eliza Sherman." – Prosecutor Michael C. O' Malley [40:38]

• Motive:
  The indictment details Moore's intent to prevent Judge Rosemary Gina Gold from conducting the divorce trial by incapacitating Sherman.

Insights:
This case raises questions about ethical practices within the legal profession and the lengths to which individuals might go to manipulate legal outcomes. Hosts discuss the betrayal of trust inherent in attorney-client relationships and the disturbing methods alleged to have been employed by Moore.

Case 4: Brendan T. Yeager - Harassment Leading to Charges in Missouri (57:32 - 68:57)

Location: Shaw Park, Clayton, Missouri

Summary:
Brendan T. Yeager, 28, was arrested and charged with multiple counts of first-degree harassment after allegedly chasing and making women uncomfortable in a public park.

Key Points:

• Allegations:
  Three women reported being chased by Yeager in Shaw Park, with one woman being followed all the way to her apartment building.

• Police Response:
  The Clayton Police Department took these allegations seriously, highlighting the potential for such harassment to escalate into more severe violent crimes.

• Hosts' Perspective:
  "There's like all kinds of just harassment that can go down... when people are engaging in really antisocial behavior, that should be punished and that should be taken seriously." – Unnamed Speaker 3 [58:42]

Insights:
The hosts emphasize the importance of taking harassment seriously to prevent potential escalations. They discuss societal attitudes towards harassment and the need for accountability to ensure public safety and personal comfort in shared spaces.

Concluding Remarks and Upcoming Projects (55:38 - 70:18)

As the episode wraps up, hosts Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee share updates on their forthcoming book, Shadow of the Bridge, anticipated for release in August 2025. They also engage in a light-hearted discussion about attending the Indianapolis 500, highlighting the balance between their intense true crime investigations and personal interests.

Promotional Notes:

• Book Launch:
  "Pre-order it if you can. We always appreciate that." – Áine Cain [61:13]

• Merchandise:
  Listeners are encouraged to support the show by purchasing merchandise at murdersheetshop.com.

Notable Quotes

• On Self-Defense vs. Murder:
  "He grabbed her by the neck, forcing her to her knees. That's an assault that could injure somebody." – Unnamed Speaker 3 [10:25]

• On Institutional Failure:
  "Victim six's mother explained that they have recently met with therapists for Victim 6." – Unnamed Speaker 3 [31:00]

• On Gregory Moore's Indictment:
  "Gregory Moore orchestrated and participated in the brutal murder of Eliza Sherman." – Prosecutor O' Malley [40:38]

• On Harassment and Accountability:
  "When people are engaging in really antisocial behavior, that should be punished and that should be taken seriously." – Unnamed Speaker 3 [58:42]

Final Thoughts

This episode of The Murder Sheet offers a profound exploration of how systemic failures, personal traumas, and ethical breaches can intertwine, leading to tragic outcomes. By dissecting each case with journalistic rigor and legal insight, Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of true crime.

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