Ep. 10 - The Murder of Jean Schrader: Lies, Loss, and a Father’s Fight for Justice - Pt 2
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In this gripping episode of Dead Before Deadline, Robin Yocum and Jaclynn Wilson unravel one of the most haunting and personal stories Robin ever covered — the murder of 25-year-old Jean Schrader. What began as a tragic homicide with no charges filed turned into a relentless pursuit of justice led not by law enforcement, but by Jean’s heartbroken father, Dale Wolford. From tracking down a key witness who had gone into hiding, to winning a major journalism award for the story, Robin shares the firsthand account of an investigation filled with twists, cover-ups, and courtroom drama....
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Ep. 9 - The Murder of Jean Schrader - Pt. 1
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The body of a beautiful young woman and a rising star at an accounting firm in Columbus, Ohio, is found in the stairwell of a downtown parking garage, the life strangled from her. In this episode of Dead Before Deadline, Robin and Jaclynn discuss his first big story at the Columbus Dispatch – the murder of Jean Shrader.
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Ep. 8 - Arthur Shapiro Part 2
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We are back with part 2 of the Arthur Shapiro case. This one is full of wild twists and turns. Barry Kessler, a Tax Accountant in Columbus was not okay with Shapiro testifying about some questionable tax activity that was happening. Listen in to hear how far this guy went to keep his criminal ways under wraps and how Arthur Shapiro was only part of the story!
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Ep. 7 - Arthur Shapiro Part 1
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Arthur Shapiro was a respected Columbus, Ohio, attorney, who counted billionaire and L Brands founder Lex Wexner among his clients. So why was Shapiro killed execution-style in 1985 on the west side of town? Shapiro was under investigation for tax fraud and failing to file income tax for seven years, and was about to implicate someone with a suspected history of murder. Listen to the fascinating tale of Arthur Shapiro in this episode of Dead Before Deadline.
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Ep. 6 - The Ski Mask Rapist Part 2
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Part two of the John Barry Simonis story. Dubbed the Ski Mask Rapist, Simonis gained infamy as one of the country’s most prolific serial rapists. He was eventually captured and charged in Louisiana, but not before he brought his reign of terror to Central Ohio and another man paid for those crimes. Find out what happened to that wrongfully convicted man and Simonis in this episode of Dead Before Deadline.
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Ep. 5 - The Ski Mask Rapist Part 1
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Jon Barry Simonis, dubbed the Ski Mask Rapist, gained infamy as one of the country’s most prolific serial rapists. He was eventually captured and charged in Louisiana in 1981, but not before he brought his reign of terror to Central Ohio and another man paid the price for those crimes. Listen to part one of the Jon Barry Simonis story.
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Ep. 4 - The School Teacher’s Disappearance – Part Two
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Investigators are stumped in the 1946 disappearance of 24-year-old school teacher, Lola Celli. In part two of the story, investigators are flooded with information on the whereabouts of Lola. Are any of the tips valid? It’s a wild ride as the police try to separate fact from fiction in the conclusion of this fascinating story on Dead Before Deadline.
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Ep. 2 - What Happened to George Mosko?
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In 1987, George Mosko was living in Loveland, Colorado, and working as an industrial chemical salesman. His brother, John, was starting a business in Lima, New York, and wanted George to come work for him. According to friends, George did not want to leave Colorado, but felt duty-bound to help his brother. The route between Loveland and Lima does not go through Central Ohio, but that’s where George ended up, calling the police from a Licking County bar, claiming that truckers had been harassing him for 200 miles. A short time later, his truck and trailer were found...
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Ep. 1 - Contrail of Chaos: The Mary Ann Blake Story
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Mary Ann Blake was the most notorious teenage prostitute in Columbus, Ohio, having been arrested more than 100 times before her 18th birthday. Shortly after turning 18, Mary Ann stole $200 and a ring from Gary Moore, a man who identified himself as her boyfriend. In the aftermath of the theft, Moore murdered three members of Mary Ann’s family, including her 22-month-old nephew. Mary Ann escaped unscathed. Tune into Dead Before Deadline to hear the entire story of the woman who left a contrail of chaos her entire life.
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Ep. 3 - The School Teacher’s Disappearance
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In 1946, 24-year-old Lola Celli was a home economics teacher in West Liberty, Ohio. In February of that year, she made the 55-mile train trip from West Liberty to the home of her parents in Grandview Heights, a suburb of Columbus, for Washington’s Birthday weekend. On Saturday morning, Lola called upstairs to her mother, stating that she was walking to the bus stop and planned go shopping in downtown Columbus. A neighbor claimed to have seen her walking down the street, but beyond that, Lola Celli was never seen again. She has been missing nearly 80 years. Listen to...
info_outlineIn the newest episode of "Dead Before Deadline," hosts Robin Yocum and Jaclynn Wilson unravel the complex and poignant story of David Drake, a name that once echoed in the hidden corners of Columbus, Ohio for reasons that will leave listeners both troubled and bewildered.
David wasn't just a child; he was a survivor navigating the underbelly of Columbus as a child prostitute. His story is a tapestry of despair and resilience, tragedy, and the occasional unexpected humor that life throws from the most unexpected places. Robin brings an intensely personal touch to this episode, recounting his direct encounters with David's world, a reality that most would find unfathomable.
This episode is far from your typical true-crime narrative. It's an exploration of lost innocence, the fight for survival on the streets that don't forgive easily, and the blurred lines between victimhood and culpability. Robin and Jaclynn navigate this delicate terrain with the empathy and boldness it requires, painting a picture of David that defies black and white perceptions.
The story of David Drake is imbued with unexpected turns, featuring characters as bizarre as they are real, and life choices that will have you questioning the very fabric of society and the systems meant to protect the vulnerable. Amid the wild tales are moments that will tug at your heartstrings, challenge your preconceptions, and perhaps, offer a faint glimmer of hope.
Join the hosts as they dissect this multifaceted case, offering insights only possible from Robin's first-hand experiences. "Frayed Lives: David Drake's Tangled Path" is not just an episode; it's a journey through the spectrum of human experience, one you won't forget anytime soon. So, tune in for a narrative that's as unpredictable as life itself, on "Dead Before Deadline."