Parricide Podcast

Episode 24 - Where There’s No Will, There’s No Way - Anthony Gray

 Anthony Gray was estranged from his parents, after what had happened with his own kids this was no surprise. When his mother got sick, he came back into their lives. Although they were still not close, his parents had no idea what he had been telling people behind their backs and what he had planned for them. 

Episode 23 - You’re Looking At Him - Kevin Boyd Jr.

16-year-old  Kevin Boyd Jr. wanted it all. He felt entitled to the freedom, money, and control that his dad seemed to have. His mom, Lynn Boyd, agreed - she wanted what Kevin Sr. had, too. And she had a plan that would give her what she wanted. Parental Predators are the worst! 

 

Episode 22 - Life After Life - Kevin Boyd & Tyler Hadley

Both Tyler Hadley and Kevin Boyd were sentenced to life without parole for parricide offenses. Yet, one has already been released from prison. Join us as we review Supreme Court cases regarding sentencing reform for juvenile offenders. 

Episode 21 pt. 2 - Death By Gaslight - Chandler Halderson

Part 2 of the story of Chandler Halderson, a young man who killed both of his parents to avoid facing the truth about his own life and accomplishments - or lack thereof. We have combed through the files and are excited to share what we have learned about this gaslighter  - and the lengths he went to in order to keep his secrets. He will be sentenced this Thursday, so listen now and you will have all of the details! 

Episode 21 pt. 1 - Death By Gaslight - Chandler Halderson

Chandler Halderson was a promising young man, he already had a great job and an even better job offer. He had a fabulous girlfriend and a supportive family. There was only one problem, none of it was real because Chandler couldn't tell the truth. When his father began to see the truth, Chandler couldn't tolerate being seen for who he was. The only way to keep the gaslight burning was to extinguish both of his parents. 

Episode 20 pt. 3 - Anything For Love - Tylar Witt

Tylar Witt and her boyfriend, Steven Colver, murder Tylar's mother, Joanne, and promptly take off for a romantic suicide tour of San Francisco. Quickly captured, Tylar strikes a deal with the District Attorney to testify against Steven. The only trouble is she lies so much, she can't keep the exact story straight while testifying. 

This episode opens with Steven's testimony regarding Joanne's murder and takes you through the aftermath of the murder. You don't want to miss the final part of this story. 

Episode 20 pt. 2 - Anything For Love - Tylar Witt

After finding her 14-year-old daughter naked in the (purportedly gay) boarder's secret sex room, Joanne Witt had some tough decisions to make. How do you keep your daughter safe from a predator within your own house? Easy. You throw him out. What she did not count on was the other predator - her daughter, Tylar Witt. 

Episode 20 pt. 1 - Anything For Love - Tylar Witt

Love is rarely straightforward, but it is rarely so twisted that it ends in matricide. Tylar Witt and her "very cool" friend, Boston, were close - almost like siblings. Well, if siblings did drugs in a secret sex room together. Tylar was only 14 years old, and Boston was 19 so her mother, Joanne, was understandably upset when she discovered their secret. Join us for part one of this tragic story, and check back next week for part two. 

 

Episode 19 pt. 2 - It’s a Family Affair -Eric Witte

Start with part one to hear the details about the patricide of Paul Witte, now hear about the second act when her second son is pressured to commit murder. Parent predators are the worst sort. 

Episode 19 pt. 1 - It’s a Family Affair - Eric Witte

(patricide) Paul Witte was shot by his oldest son, Eric. The whole family said it was an accident, and the police believed this...until Grandma went missing. This story proves the old adage, if Mama ain't happy ain't nobody happy.