Seriously Mysterious

John Lordan

John Lordan has been researching mysteries and crimes for over 5 years on the YouTube show BrainScratch with respectful and deep coverage. Now he's bringing some of his most interesting cases and some fresh ones to his first solo podcast. From...

  • 20 minutes 21 seconds
    The Jigsaw Murders
    A brutal double murder pulls together an investigative team that pioneers new forensic technology, and leads them to a murderer who's occupation is literally SAVING lives.

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    Do you have any insights, or even a case you’d like to suggest?  Feel free to send it to me, you’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com.

    Thank you epoch-magazine.com, BBC.com, open.ac.uk/research-projects, lancaster.gov.uk, historic-uk.com, policemuseum.org.uk, scholarlycommons.law.northwestern.edu and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story.

    This episode was written by Christy Arnhart, edited by John Lordan and is produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation or potential charges associated to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Please do not contact people you are suspicious of or attempt to harass, threaten or intimidate them in any way. Do not release information that can be used to do the same, or join in attacks being conducted by others.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 
    28 January 2025, 2:14 pm
  • 18 minutes 7 seconds
    The Girl with the Scorpion Tattoo - Christine and Christa Belusko
    A team of investigators went to notify a man about finding his missing sister's body, but the man had a reply that absolutely stunned them.  She wasn’t the only person missing, where was her two year old daughter?

    If you have any information on the murder of Christine Belusko or the whereabouts of Christa Nicole Belusko please contact the Richmond County District Attorney's Office at 718-876-6300.

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    This episode written by The Certified Roarikle and John Lordan, produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2025
    21 January 2025, 2:08 pm
  • 17 minutes 30 seconds
    MISSING: Justice Joseph Crater
    When a Supreme Court Justice disappears his wife makes some very odd decisions.  Does she know more than she's letting on, and is it related to his extracurricular activities?

    Written by Frederick Crook - check out our other collaboration WRAITHWORKS - Wraithworks at Amazon https://www.amzn.com/dp/B07HXNCW4L (audiobook narrated by John Lordan) Also avaible on iTunes: https://apple.co/2OFXb8L

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation or potential charges associated to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Please do not contact people you are suspicious of or attempt to harass, threaten or intimidate them in any way. Do not release information that can be used to do the same, or join in attacks being conducted by others.
    Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2025
    14 January 2025, 2:05 pm
  • 19 minutes 41 seconds
    Ritual or Rumor : The Jeannette DePalma Case
    Over 50 years ago, Jeannette DePalma's body was found surrounded by items that led people to believe her death was part of a ritual.  But, is any of that actually true?

    If you have any information please contact Lt. Jose Vendas at 908-358-3048. You can also reach out to the Justice for Jeannette Facebook page directly.

    Do you have any insights, or even a case you’d like to suggest?  Feel free to send it to me, you’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com.

    Thank you NJ.com, the sun.com, discover.hubpages.com, the New York Daily News, all thats interesting.com, change.org, my central jersey.com, newspapers.com, weirdnj.com, la times, AP news, the Justice for Jeannette Facebook page, the book Death on the Devil’s Teeth, and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story.

    This episode was written by Christy Arnhart and John Lordan and is produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation or potential charges associated to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Please do not contact people you are suspicious of or attempt to harass, threaten or intimidate them in any way. Do not release information that can be used to do the same, or join in attacks being conducted by others.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
    7 January 2025, 1:52 pm
  • 16 minutes 27 seconds
    Where is Tera Smith?
    Tera Smith told her sister she was going out for a jog, and never came home.  Her family would soon learn that Tera had a big secret.

    If you have any information about the disappearance of Tera Smith, please contact Shasta County Sheriff's Office at 530-245-6025.  If you are facing having a missing loved one, please see our online resource center at www.MissingPersonTips.com.

    This episode written by The Certified Roarikle and John Lordan, produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2024
    17 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 20 minutes 8 seconds
    The Chocolate Cream Killer - Historical Case
    A scorned woman seeks revenge, but when her initial murder fails, the plan to cover her tracks takes the life of an innocent bystander.

    Written by Frederick Crook - check out our other collaboration WRAITHWORKS - Wraithworks at Amazon https://www.amzn.com/dp/B07HXNCW4L (audiobook narrated by John Lordan) Also avaible on iTunes: https://apple.co/2OFXb8L

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation or potential charges associated to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Please do not contact people you are suspicious of or attempt to harass, threaten or intimidate them in any way. Do not release information that can be used to do the same, or join in attacks being conducted by others.
    Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2024
    10 December 2024, 2:07 pm
  • 19 minutes 27 seconds
    Scarred for Life - The Recovery of Jody Plauché
    WARNING - This episode contains elements of child endangerment and sexual abuse, as well as public commentary from several decades ago which contain homophobic language.  As always, we’ve limited the details to only convey what’s necessary to understand this important story, however listener discretion is strongly advised.

    Can a preplanned homicide truly be justifiable?  What if it was to avenge the abuse of your child?

    Jody's book can be found here:
    https://www.amazon.com/Why-Gary-Jody-Plauch%C3%A9-Story/dp/1948903210

    Do you have any insights, or even a case you’d like to suggest?  Feel free to send it to me, you’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com.

    Thank you Washington Post, TheMirror.com, TheAdvocate.com, AllThatsInteresting.com, Legacy.com, Medium.com, LGBpsychology.com and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story.

    This episode was written by Christy Arnhart, edited by John Lordan and is produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation or potential charges associated to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Please do not contact people you are suspicious of or attempt to harass, threaten or intimidate them in any way. Do not release information that can be used to do the same, or join in attacks being conducted by others.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
    3 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 17 minutes 44 seconds
    Silencing Asia Cowell
    Asia Cowell was finally going to stand up for herself and others, but someone didn't want her talking.

    If you have any information that can help law enforcement continue processing Asia’s original case against Desean Corum, please call the Norfolk Virginia Police Department at (757) 664-7000. 

    Do you have any insights, or even a case you’d like to suggest?  Feel free to send it to me, you’ll find a comment form and case submission link at LordanArts.com, or you can follow and message me on X @LordanArts

    Thank you Heavy.com, Iheart.com, wavy.com, 13newsnow.com, wtkr.com, msn.com and Wikipedia for information contributing to today’s story.

    This episode was written by Christy Arnhart, edited by John Lordan and is produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation or potential charges associated to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Please do not contact people you are suspicious of or attempt to harass, threaten or intimidate them in any way. Do not release information that can be used to do the same, or join in attacks being conducted by others.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
    19 November 2024, 2:08 pm
  • 19 minutes 38 seconds
    The Missing 7 Eleven Kids - Anthony Franko and Jennifer Martin
    A young boy goes missing while on his way to a local 7 Eleven.  Then four years later a girl goes missing after visiting the same store, and investigators wonder if there's a child predator in their small community.

    TIPS: 800-843-5678

    This episode written by The Certified Roarikle and John Lordan, produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2024
    12 November 2024, 2:08 pm
  • 19 minutes 29 seconds
    Where is Bryan Vladek Hasel?
    Bryan Vladek Hasel was struggling to find his place in the world.  Was developing relationships in the homeless community, and his recent fascination with religion a possible escape plan for him?

    If you have information, please call it into 407-254-7000 AND email his family at [email protected]

    Please show your support at their vigil for Vladek on 11/16/2024 in person or online.  You can learn more at https://www.facebook.com/groups/findvladek

    You can stay up to date with the case using the links found here:
    https://linktr.ee/findvladekhasel

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    This episode was written by Candace Allison with help from Bethany Hasel, edited by John Lordan and is produced by LordanArts

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2024
    5 November 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 21 minutes 59 seconds
    Houdini's Last Halloween
    Death defying acts, messages from the afterlife, a connection to Sherlock Holmes and a possible murder?  This isn't your typical Halloween story, but Harry Houdini was not a typical man.

    Written by John Lordan, produced by LordanArts.

    This is not intended to act as a means of proving or disproving anything related to the investigation.  It is a conversation about the current known facts and theories being discussed.  Everyone directly or indirectly referred to is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    LordanArts 2024
    29 October 2024, 12:58 pm
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