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The Book of the Dead
The Book of the Dead
A weekly true crime podcast, hosted by Courtney Liso, where every chapter we turn the page to dive into a crime and victim's story that we refuse to let be forgotten. From unsolved crimes, missing persons cases, and interviews with experts in the field, every chapter aims to give a voice back to those who had it taken from them.
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The Book of the Dead

A weekly true crime podcast, hosted by Courtney Liso, where every chapter we turn the page to dive into a crime and victim's story that we refuse to let be forgotten. From unsolved crimes, missing persons cases, and interviews with experts in the field, every chapter aims to give a voice back to those who had it taken from them.

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Chapter 114: The Devil in the Details-The Unsolved Death of Jeannette DePalma w/ Brian Santana
Sept. 2, 2025

Chapter 114: The Devil in the Details-The Unsolved Death of Jeannette…

On August 7, 1972, 16-year-old Jeannette DePalma left her home in Springfield, New Jersey, to go to work, but she never made it back home. Six weeks later, Jeannette's body was found atop Devil's Teeth, a cliff in Houdaille Q...

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Chapter 94: Failed by the System: The Death of Crystal McCrory Jones
Feb. 26, 2025

Chapter 94: Failed by the System: The Death of Crystal McCrory Jones

On February 9th, 2023, Crystal Jones was found dead in her home from a gunshot wound to the head. Despite a minimal investigation, authorities ruled her death a suicide—leaving her family devastated and searching for answers. Her sister, Jana, refused...

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Chapter 52: Missing & Murdered-Amber Tuccaro
Aug. 27, 2023

Chapter 52: Missing & Murdered-Amber Tuccaro

Amber Tucarro, at 20 years old, was a single, aboriginal, mother from Alberta, Canada. After meeting a new friend they decide to take a mini vacation to Edmonton with Amber's 14 month old son. They spend the day shopping and ...

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Chapter 56: The Undetermined Death of Kayla Seago
Sept. 24, 2023

Chapter 56: The Undetermined Death of Kayla Seago

Today on The Book of the Dead, we worked closely with Lexi, the sister of Kayla, in order to bring you this case. Through our investigation, we hope to bring closure to her loved ones and shed light on this tragic event. Kayl...

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Levi's Eyes-An Interview with Aphrodite Jones
Oct. 2, 2023

Levi's Eyes-An Interview with Aphrodite Jones

" LEVI’S EYES delves into the unspeakable murders of Christina and Levi Karlsen, a s told by the killer himself ... It’s a must-read for true crime addicts who dare to go deep into a killer’s mind. In it, r eaders will learn ...

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Chapter 58: A Search For Answers-The Death of Alex Vandalsen
Oct. 8, 2023

Chapter 58: A Search For Answers-The Death of Alex Vandalsen

Join us as we delve into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the untimely demise of Alex Vandalsen, a young trans man whose death has raised numerous eyebrows. In this episode, in collaboration with Jennifer Vandalsen, A...

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Chapter 99: A Missing Woman, Two Murders, and a Confession Ignored-What happened to Keeshae Jacobs?
April 8, 2025

Chapter 99: A Missing Woman, Two Murders, and a Confession Ignored-Wh…

In 2016, 21-year-old Keeshae Jacobs disappeared after telling her mom she would return the next day. Nearly a decade later, she’s still missing—but someone has admitted to knowing what happened. In this episode, I expose the disturbing connections...

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Chapter 119: Behind The Mask-The Murder of Moustapha Akkad & The Birth of Halloween w/ Brian Santana
Oct. 28, 2025

Chapter 119: Behind The Mask-The Murder of Moustapha Akkad & The Birt…

When it comes to John Carpenter's iconic franchise, Halloween, most people may be familiar, in the abstract, with the name Moustapha Akkad as his name is the first to appear in the opening credits for every movie. What fans o...

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Novela 11: In The Matrix-The Death of Erin Valenti w/ The Final Trace
Nov. 11, 2025

Novela 11: In The Matrix-The Death of Erin Valenti w/ The Final Trace

In 2019, 33-year-old tech startup founder Erin Valenti, was on a work trip in Silicon Valley. At the end of her trip, she called her parents, telling them she couldn't find her rental car, but they were concerned by the stran...
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Chapter 120: New Jersey’s Coldest Cases-Who Killed Rosetta Jean-Baptiste and Michelle Lynn Howard?
Nov. 4, 2025

Chapter 120: New Jersey’s Coldest Cases-Who Killed Rosetta Jean-Baptiste and Michelle Lynn Howard?

Two women. Two cities. Two tragedies that never made national headlines. Rosetta Jean-Baptiste was found dead in Ramsey in 1993; Michelle Lynn Howard’s body was discovered in Atlantic City almost a decade later. Today, I shed...
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Tales From The Darkcast Network Crypt Keeper
Oct. 30, 2025

Tales From The Darkcast Network Crypt Keeper

Welcome to The Crypt, where our Crypt Keeper awaits to bring you tales fit for a dark and scary Halloween night. From legends of witches and ghost ships, to the stories of recent memory's most horrific real-life killers, ther...
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Chapter 119: Behind The Mask-The Murder of Moustapha Akkad & The Birth of Halloween w/ Brian Santana
Oct. 28, 2025

Chapter 119: Behind The Mask-The Murder of Moustapha Akkad & The Birth of Halloween w/ Brian Santana

When it comes to John Carpenter's iconic franchise, Halloween, most people may be familiar, in the abstract, with the name Moustapha Akkad as his name is the first to appear in the opening credits for every movie. What fans o...
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Chapter 118: The Crow Never Dies-The Death and Legacy of Brandon Lee
Oct. 21, 2025

Chapter 118: The Crow Never Dies-The Death and Legacy of Brandon Lee

“It can’t rain all the time.” Those words became immortal the day Brandon Lee brought The Crow to life and lost his own in the process. Born to a martial arts legend, Brandon Lee was poised for stardom, carving out a name for himself outside of his...
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Chapter 117: Convergence-The Murders of Gio Messina & Delphine Moore w/ Gregg Owen and Jonathan Dixon
Oct. 7, 2025

Chapter 117: Convergence-The Murders of Gio Messina & Delphine Moore w/ Gregg Owen and Jonathan Dixon

On a cold night in March of 1976, a young couple was brutally murdered in an apartment in Chicago. The murders were as violent as they were baffling. Who would want to hurt them, and why? At the same time that police were inv...
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Missing Persons Episodes

  • Chapter 108: Secrets in Spanish Fork-The Disappearance of Kiplyn Davis
  • Chapter 106: Without A Trace-The Disappearance of Suzanne Lyall
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Unsolved Cases Episodes

  • Chapter 114: The Devil in the Details-The Unsolved Death of Jeannette DePalma w/ Brian Santana
  • Chapter 113: Blood in the Hudson-The Bag Murders, Addison Verrill, and The Exorcist Curse
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Solved Cases Episodes

  • Chapter 118: The Crow Never Dies-The Death and Legacy of Brandon Lee
  • Chapter 116: The Case Against Chase Merritt-The McStay Family Murders Pt. 2
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Unidentified Persons Episodes

  • Chapter 17: The Murders of the Kern and Ventura County Jane Does

International Cases Episodes

  • Chapter 119: Behind The Mask-The Murder of Moustapha Akkad & The Birth of Halloween w/ Brian Santana
  • Chapter 109: The Devil Made Me Do It-The Beasts of Satan Murders
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Interviews Episodes

  • Chapter 117: Convergence-The Murders of Gio Messina & Delphine Moore w/ Gregg Owen and Jonathan Dixon
  • Chapter 112: In Cold Blood-The Death of Dr. Eric Garcia w/ Chris Connelly
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In Collaboration With Victim’s Families Episodes

  • Chapter 94: Failed by the System: The Death of Crystal McCrory Jones
  • Rowena Irani-An Update
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Browse episodes by category

  • Missing Persons 18
  • Unsolved Cases 36
  • Solved Cases 61
  • Unidentified Persons 1
  • International Cases 23
  • Interviews 19
  • In Collaboration With Victim’s Families 7

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Recent Blog Posts

The Red Flags in Crystal's Case: Why Suicide Doesn't Add Up
April 8, 2025

The Red Flags in Crystal's Case: Why Suicide Doesn't Add Up

In this blog post, we'll delve into the unsettling death of Crystal McCrory Jones and the crucial inconsistencies that suggest her death was not a suicide. The initial ruling by authorities has been met with unwavering doubt by her family, particula…

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The Haunting History of the Hotel President: A Landmark of Intrigue and Unsolved Mysteries
June 12, 2024

The Haunting History of the Hotel President: A Landmark of Intrigue a…

A Landmark of Intrigue and Unsolved Mysteries Dive into the captivating history of the Hotel President, a legendary landmark in Kansas City, Missouri. Its elegant façade conceals a rich tapestry of events, including the enigmatic murder of R…

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The Rise of Teenage Violence: Causes and Consequences
May 24, 2024

The Rise of Teenage Violence: Causes and Consequences

Societal Changes and the Impact on Teen Behavior The rise in teenage violence is a complex and multifaceted issue that has been attributed to a variety of factors, including societal changes, exposure to violence in the media, and the erosion of tr…

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true crime-junkie | Sept. 29, 2022

amazing show <3

"I personally have never been the biggest fan of true crime but this podcast really got me into it!! I find these stories to be so fascinating and Im so glad that they are being heard by so many ❤️ I …"

valdaboss16 | Aug. 9, 2023

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"I really enjoy this podcast I love the mother and daughter duo it’s one you don’t find often in podcasts. I think Courtney does a great job researching the cases and presenting them. I also think she…"

kiwi0699 | Aug. 10, 2023

Awesome show!

"This is a well-researched and interesting show by a really cool mother/daughter duo! Love the show, love the attention to detail, love presentation."

Autumn Grube | Aug. 12, 2023

If I could give 20 stars I would

"These are the most wholesome ladies this side of podcasting!!! So down to earth and sweet but also they know their stuff and the level of detailed info the bring to the table. I’m blown away!!! Ever…"

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Such a cool dynamic on a TC show

"I listen to SO many TC shows, and honestly the dynamic between Courtney and Lisa is refreshing. Courtney talks about the victims in such a respectful way and talks about the suspect without making th…"

Ginichols | Sept. 4, 2023

Amazing Advocates

"Amazing advocates! Their research is spot on. Voices are so soothing as they cover disturbing content. Respectful but informative. They cover these cases in a unique & educational way."

Maggiewichita | Sept. 15, 2023

Great podcast

"I am a fan of this podcast and had the fortune opportunity to be a guest on the program. As a police detective, I feel confident in saying that the host and I few very strongly as advocates for victi…"

Thomas Williams | Sept. 27, 2023

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"Such a great podcast! Especially the coverage on Alex VanDalsen. That case definitely needs way more attention. 💜🐝💜🐝💜🐝"

team CourtNate and Anna Banana | Oct. 15, 2023

Go to podcast for all the unknown true crime

"This podcast not only focuses on the true crime that not many may of heard but the victims to these terrible things. Very knowledgeable on the case that she is talking about. Very open minded on the …"

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