Serialously with Annie Elise

Episode 354: Dentist & Wife Murdered, Kohberger Update, DoomsDay Mom Flees with Kids, & 4 Year Old Johnathan Boley
Date: January 8, 2026
Host: Annie Elise
Producer: Audioboom Studios

Overview

In this episode, Annie Elise delivers detailed updates and deep dives into four major true crime stories: new disclosures in the Bryan Kohberger case, the disappearance of Alicia Ann Seymour with her four children amidst doomsday beliefs, the tragic case of 4-year-old Johnathan Boley’s disappearance and death in Alabama, and the double homicide of an Ohio dentist and his wife, Spencer and Monique Tepe, found murdered in their Columbus home. Amidst a bout of norovirus, Annie maintains her signature chatty, friend-to-friend delivery, blending empathetic commentary with carefully sleuthed facts and court documents.

Key Discussion Points and Case Breakdowns

1. Bryan Kohberger Updates

Timestamp: 04:00–12:50

• Target Store Sighting:

  • New information reveals Kohberger and surviving Idaho roommate Bethany were at the same Target in Moscow, Idaho, on Nov. 10, 2022—days before the quadruple homicide.
  • Annie clarifies the minimal evidence for actual interaction:

    “Transaction records from the Target… show that Bethany checked out first, then Brian made a purchase about 90 minutes later… a very strong possibility, however, no evidence that they did cross paths or interact at the store.” (05:00)

• Walmart Surveillance Footage:

  • Surveillance shows Kohberger shopping before and after the murders; his behavior shifts—he starts wearing gloves for every trip afterwards:

    “He even appears to go out of his way to limit contact with surface areas. Sometimes he would only expose a single finger to where he would use the keypad…” (07:00)

• Family Response:

  • Kohberger’s sister Mel publicly speaks for the first time, describing him as “socially awkward, even difficult at times, but said there were absolutely no warning signs that pointed to violence, especially mass murder.” (09:00)
  • Mel’s chilling hindsight:

    “‘…she knew that he would go out late running, and she’s like, you need to be careful. There’s a psychopath on the loose. Not realizing it was her own brother, which how crazy and scary is that, thinking about it in hindsight.’” (09:35)

2. Alicia Ann Seymour – Doomsday Mom Fleeing with Kids

Timestamp: 13:00–21:50

• Case Background:

  • Alicia Ann Seymour, 35, from Utah, has allegedly fled the country with her four children (ages 3–11), motivated by delusional doomsday/end-times beliefs.
  • Surveillance shows her calmly boarding a plane with the children on Nov. 29, 2005, final destination: Croatia (via Amsterdam).
  • Her ex-husband, Kendall, received a strange voicemail:

    “‘...the kids were in France and that she planned to get permanent residency there before the end times. But up until that moment, he didn’t even know that the kids had been taken out of the country.’” (16:30)

• Evidence of Planning:

  • Left behind detailed notes: destroy documents, shred photos, switch to prepaid phones—indicative of intent to “disappear off the grid.” (17:45)
  • Seymour also posted numerous TikToks on end-times beliefs. Annie comments:

    “These videos, I’ll be honest with you, they don’t sit right. They’re a little bit unhinged.” (18:10)

• Legal and Ongoing Efforts:

  • Arrest warrants issued (custodial interference).
  • FBI has joined the search; children’s passports flagged.
  • Annie underscores the volatility of delusional beliefs:

    “...when you’re backed into a corner and you feel like there’s not much else to do and that the walls are closing in, that is when people, especially people who are unwell mentally, that is where they become unpredictable.” (19:45)

3. Johnathan Boley – The Missing Four-Year-Old in Alabama

Timestamp: 21:52–27:40

• Disappearance and Search:

  • On Dec 31, Johnathan, 4, vanishes near his father’s house in Walker County, AL; last seen outside with his dog and 6-year-old brother.
  • Immediate massive search effort; freezing temperatures heightened urgency.
  • Initial theory: child followed dog into woods—“not harmless, but harmless enough,” not immediately considered abduction. (22:40)

• Discovery of Explosives:

  • Police find explosives/hazardous materials at father’s home, halting search for safety.
  • Father, Jameson, arrested for unlawful manufacturing of a destructive device and chemical endangerment—although police stress: “these charges were separate from Jonathan’s disappearance.” (24:50)

• The Devastating Conclusion:

  • On Jan 2, Jonathan’s body is located nearly two miles from the home; the dog survived and stayed nearby.
  • Community deeply affected; cause of death under investigation.
  • Annie reflects:

    “...the most important question remains. What really happened to Jonathan? Did he truly just wander off? ...this little boy and his story, it deserves the truth.” (26:45)

4. Spencer and Monique Tepe – Ohio Dentist & Wife Murdered

Timestamp: 27:52–35:50

• Discovery:

  • Dec 30, Columbus Police respond to multiple welfare checks at Tepe household after Spencer fails to show up for work.
  • Third 911 call, haunting for its panic:

    “There’s a body, there’s a body, there’s a body...” (Caller, 28:28)

  • Police find both Spencer (37) and Monique (39) shot dead. Their two young children (ages 1 and 4) are unharmed but inside the home.

• Investigation Insights:

  • No signs of forced entry, no murder weapon at the scene.
  • Speculation of murder-suicide is quickly rejected; police unequivocal it is a double homicide.
  • Annie discusses the chilling details:

    “...to know that this one year old and four year old were left behind in this home with their deceased parents, I don’t even know. I mean, haunting isn’t a big enough word to even describe it.” (30:15)

  • Surveillance footage shows a person of interest in dark hoodie walking nearby early morning; police appeal to public for footage, dashcams, rideshare info.

• Theories and Community Reaction:

  • Headlines mention possible “overkill” though only three shell casings—Annie explains overkill can refer to shot placement and close range, not just number of bullets. (32:45)
  • No suspects or motives; friends/family describe the couple as devoted, loving, and “the last couple they ever expected” to be victims of such violence.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Doing the Episode Sick:

  “I tried really hard to get [to the studio] but Norovirus tapped in and I have been on my ass...But I didn't want to let you guys down...I’m here with headline highlights because there is unfortunately a lot that is already going down in this new year.”
  — Annie Elise (02:00)

• On Bryan Kohberger’s Behavior:

  “We know that he didn’t randomly or not so randomly just decide to start wearing gloves after the murders...”
  — Annie Elise (07:32)

• On the Alicia Seymour Case’s Dread:

  “It’s where the danger isn’t necessarily violence on the surface. It’s belief driven...a parent who seems to have fully crossed into delusional territory and now she’s dragging her children along with her.”
  — Annie Elise (20:42)

• On Johnathan Boley’s Dog:

  “It does break my heart and warm my heart that the dog stayed by Jonathan’s side or nearby until the end.”
  — Annie Elise (26:15)

• On the Tepe Murder Aftermath:

  “Two young children who lost both of their parents in an instant. Police continue to ask anyone with information, video, or even the smallest detail from that morning to come forward.”
  — Annie Elise (34:15)

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |-----------------------------------------------|--------------| | Bryan Kohberger Updates | 04:00–12:50 | | Alicia Seymour (Doomsday Mom) | 13:00–21:50 | | 4-year-old Jonathan Boley Case | 21:52–27:40 | | Ohio Dentist & Wife Murdered (Tepe Case) | 27:52–35:50 |

Tone & Additional Notes

• Annie’s delivery retains her “true crime bestie” rapport, referencing her own illness with humor and honesty and frequently pausing to check in on her audience’s desire for future deep dives.
• Emphasized throughout is her balance between speculation and confirmed information, always noting which elements are allegations and which are substantiated.
• Annie repeatedly reassures her listeners of continued updates, especially for the Seymour, Boley, and Tepe cases, signaling devotion to full context and resolution.

Suggestions for Deep Dives

• Annie asks listeners to chime in (reviews, Q&A on Spotify, YouTube comments) if they want deep dives on the Seymour or Tepe cases:

  “I think we might do a deep dive because there is a lot of conversation about this case and a lot of, I don’t want to say, speculation, theories. I don’t know. We may do a deep dive. Let me know if you want me to do that.” (34:58)

Closing Vibe

• Annie’s sign-off blends her signature humor with reality checks:

  “Love you guys so much. Until the next one, be nice. Don’t kill people, don’t get norovirus, wash your hands and...I don’t know, I just, stay healthy. Bye.” (35:50)

Episode packed full of breaking news and haunting true crime mysteries, delivered with warmth, sharp observational skills, and Annie’s uniquely approachable storytelling style.