Podcast Summary: Murder Sheet – "The Cheat Sheet: Deals and Devil's Den"
Release Date: August 1, 2025
Hosts: Áine Cain (Journalist) & Kevin Greenlee (Attorney)
1. Addressing Online Harassment from Temujin Kenzu
In this episode, Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee begin by addressing recent harassment they faced from Lena, the daughter of convicted murderer Temujin Kenzu. Following their in-depth interview with Lena about her father's crimes, Kenzu retaliated online, leading to a heated discussion on maintaining a safe space for true crime discourse.
Notable Quotes:
- Kevin Greenlee [02:08]: "True crime cannot be a safe place if convicted murderers are allowed to harass people online."
- Áine Cain [04:19]: "It's the classic bully situation. The only way to get it to stop is to stand up to them."
The hosts emphasize the importance of condemning such behavior to ensure that discussions about true crime remain respectful and secure.
2. Devil's Den Murder Case in Arkansas
The hosts delve into the tragic murder of Clinton David Brink and Kristen Amanda Brink, a married couple hiking in Arkansas's Devil's Den State Park. Their two daughters, aged 7 and 9, miraculously escaped the attack.
Key Details:
- Incident Date: July 26, 2025
- Suspect: Andrew James McGann, 28, a teacher from Springdale, Arkansas
- Confession: McGann confessed to brutally stabbing the couple, claiming he didn't know them.
Notable Quotes:
- Áine Cain [22:32]: "These two daughters orphaned, their parents murdered by this guy, seemingly just for no reason."
- Kevin Greenlee [25:55]: "One thing that's very easy to say but is very hard to do is to wait."
The episode highlights the swift arrest and confession by McGann, while also cautioning listeners about the possibility of false confessions in such high-stress situations.
3. Mass Shooting in Midtown Manhattan
Áine and Kevin discuss a recent mass shooting that targeted a skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries.
Key Details:
- Incident Date: July 28, 2025
- Victims:
- Dideroul Islam, 36, NYPD Officer
- Wesley Lapatner, CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust
- Alande Etienne, another security guard
- Julia Hyman, associate at Rudin Management
- Perpetrator: An unnamed individual with a history of mental health crises and possible belief in having Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
Notable Quotes:
- Áine Cain [37:02]: "If someone commits an act of violence or if someone does something terrible, you don't get to go into court and say, well, I was drunk when I did it."
- Kevin Greenlee [12:47]: "We need to be consistent in all the cases. [...] convicted murderers should not be intimidating people online."
The discussion touches upon the perpetrator's mental health issues, the complexities of diagnosing CTE, and the broader implications for gun control and societal safety.
4. Traverse City Walmart Stabbing Spree
The hosts cover a harrowing incident at a Walmart in Traverse City, Michigan, where a man targeted and critically wounded 11 individuals without any fatalities.
Key Details:
- Incident Date: July 26, 2025
- Perpetrator: A homeless individual with a documented history of mental illness
- Outcome: All victims survived due to the intervention of brave civilians who subdued the attacker.
Notable Quotes:
- Áine Cain [38:54]: "People like this don't need to be out in society because people should be able to go to a Walmart and not get stabbed by someone dealing with this."
- Kevin Greenlee [41:59]: "But at the same time, you shouldn't be killed because you go to work or Walmart."
The episode commends the courageous actions of bystanders and underscores the importance of mental health support and responsible gun ownership.
5. Ayton Pace Case Revisited
Áine and Kevin revisit the infamous Ayton Pace case from 1979, where Pace was convicted for the murder of a six-year-old boy in New York. Recent developments have led to the overturning of his conviction due to procedural mishaps during his confession.
Key Details:
- Original Conviction: 2017
- Issue: Confessions obtained without proper Miranda warnings after an extended interrogation period
- Current Status: Possible retrial or plea deal with public outcry from the victim’s family
Notable Quotes:
- Kevin Greenlee [43:06]: "Anytime you have a verdict being thrown out, it's a sign of a failure in the system."
- Áine Cain [50:05]: "If it's an evidence issue, then that's understandable and the county attorney's probably doing the best he can."
The discussion highlights the balance between defendant rights and prosecutorial integrity, questioning the motivations behind the plea deal and the impact on the victim’s family.
Conclusion
In "The Cheat Sheet: Deals and Devil's Den," Áine Cain and Kevin Greenlee navigate through a spectrum of true crime stories, emphasizing the importance of ethical reporting, the challenges of the legal system, and the profound effects of these tragedies on communities. Their candid discussions, enriched with firsthand insights and critical analysis, provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of each case's complexities.
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