In this episode, Jack and Emma unravel the chilling 1974 murder of Arlis Perry, a young newlywed from North Dakota who was found murdered in Stanford University’s Memorial Church. Arlis’ brutal death shook the peaceful university community, sparking endless theories—from suspected cult connections to possible links with the infamous Zodiac Killer.

After decades of dead ends, the case remained a haunting mystery. Join us as we explore the shocking crime, the unrelenting quest for justice, and the surprising twist that finally brought the killer to light. With insights from experts and detailed research, we dive into one of California’s most unsettling unsolved mysteries, solved only recently through forensic breakthroughs.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Arlis_Perry

https://stanfordmag.org/contents/50-years-after-the-stanford-murders-three-of-four-families-have-answers

https://contra.com/p/eBeUANls-the-case-that-took-44-years-to-be-solved-arlis-perry

https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2018/06/break-cold-case

https://www.insidehook.com/culture/44-years-dna-solved-satanic-murder-arlis-perry-victim

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCbWSTlTgl0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CnAe6xTnvro

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnWrOCFU6hI

https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/8um2ag/suspect_in_arlis_perrys_brutal_murder_killed/

https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/r497j6/what_is_your_debunked_theory/

In the early hours of March 18, 1990, two men disguised as police officers entered Boston’s Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and executed the largest unsolved art heist in history. They left with 13 priceless works, including masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Degas, leaving the art world stunned.

Over 30 years later, the case remains an enigma, with investigators, art lovers, and amateur sleuths alike still haunted by its unanswered questions. Join Jack and Emma as they dig into the twists and turns of this audacious heist, examining theories, suspects, and the peculiar legacy of the stolen art that vanished without a trace.

Sources:

https://www.gardnermuseum.org/organization/theft

https://www.gardnermuseum.org/about/theft-story

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isabella_Stewart_Gardner_Museum_theft

https://www.gardnermuseum.org/about/theft

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/isabella-stewart-gardner-art-heist-anniversary/

https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/19/style/isabella-gardner-heist-facts/index.html

https://www.gardnermuseum.org/isabella-stewart-gardner-museums-board-trustees-extends-10-million-reward-return-13-works-stolen

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxtgVQcZyio

https://www.wgbh.org/news/local/2024-03-18/34-years-after-gardner-heist-the-museums-director-of-security-is-still-on-the-case

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-new-clue-emerges-in-the-gardner-museum-art-heist-saga-180979651/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFf3SvoIMa4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ifq6Ej1t-6Y

When newlywed Rey Rivera’s body was discovered beneath Baltimore’s historic Belvedere Hotel, his death sent shockwaves through his family and friends. What initially seemed like a tragic suicide quickly raised questions of a more sinister nature.

In this episode, Jack and Emma dive deep into the puzzling events surrounding Rivera’s final days—from a cryptic note found taped behind his computer to his sudden disappearance and strange connections to a secretive financial firm. Join us as we unravel the details of a case full of twists, conspiracy theories, and unanswered questions, and discuss whether justice for Rey has been lost in the shadows.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Rey_Rivera

https://prosecutorspodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/fact-sheet-on-the-death-of-rey-rivera.pdf

https://www.calebkaltenbach.com/post/the-suspicious-case-of-rey-rivera-and-why-he-matters-part-1

https://www.soapcentral.com/shows/unsolved-mysteries-5-chilling-rey-rivera-theories

https://allthatsinteresting.com/rey-rivera

https://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a33237445/rey-rivera-the-game-unsolved-mysteries-reddit-theory/

https://www.newsweek.com/unsolved-mysteries-rey-rivera-note-letter-clues-game-netflix-1515283

https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/a33261034/rey-rivera-theory-note-the-game/

https://www.reddit.com/r/UnsolvedMysteries/comments/18dxg4r/what_is_your_final_verdict_on_the_rey_rivera/

https://www.reddit.com/r/UnsolvedMysteries/comments/1by16eq/a_theory_to_rey_riveras_death/

https://www.reddit.com/r/CrimeJunkiePodcast/comments/1ec2hy2/unsolved_mysteries_episode_rey_rivera_case_porter/

https://www.reddit.com/r/UnresolvedMysteries/comments/hj7w5c/stunned_by_rey_rivera_clue_that_no_one_seems_to/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5_yfAxle_g

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60Gy7PIoRW4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5uYwQw6hGA