Pushing Up Lilies

Nov 06 2024 119 ep. 24 mins 12

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Dissect the science behind some of the most spine-tingling, unusual and terrifyingly true crime stories with Julie Mattson, a seasoned Forensic Nurse Death Investigator in this gripping weekly podcast. Julie's unique approach to investigations is informed by her background in nursing, which allows her to provide an in-depth analysis of the medical intricacies and physiological aspects of each case. With her compassionate storytelling and unwavering dedication to uncovering the truth, Julie takes you on a thrilling journey into the world of forensic science, shining a light on the intersection of medicine, justice and criminal investigation. In “Pushing Up Lilies,” Julie's expert medical analysis will captivate your imagination and challenge your understanding of the human body's role in solving the most complex and enigmatic criminal case.

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Wife Murdered Over Zombie House Flipping Show

Nov 06 2024 27 mins

Hey y’all, it’s Julie Mattson, and on this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we’re delving into the twisted tale of David Tronnes, a Florida man whose obsession with home renovations and dreams of reality TV stardom ended in murder. In 2018, David was convicted of killing his wife, Shanti Cooper-Tronnes, after she disagreed with his obsessive plans to get their home featured on

Buried Secrets: A Deathbed Confession Unravels a 24-Year Mystery

Oct 30 2024 29 mins

Hey y’all, it’s Julie Mattson, your host on Pushing Up Lilies. In this episode, I’m diving into a case that stayed cold for 24 long years—until a chilling deathbed confession finally led investigators to the remains of a missing girl and her mother in West Virginia. It’s a story of heartbreak, secrets buried deep, and justice delayed but not denied. I’ll walk you thro

Suicide and the Dark Side of the Holidays

Oct 23 2024 33 mins

Hey y’all, it’s Julie Mattson, your host on Pushing Up Lilies. In this episode, I’m diving into a heartbreaking case of a man who took his own life while on vacation with his family—a devastating reminder that even joyful moments can be overshadowed by personal struggles. As a death investigator, I’ve seen an alarming rise in suicides during the holiday seasons, a time

Torilena Fields, Accused of Killing and Cooking Mom

Oct 16 2024 28 mins

This week on Pushing Up Lilies, we’re diving into a shocking and deeply disturbing crime case out of Kentucky. Torilena Fields, indicted for the capital murder of her own mother, and if that wasn't horrific enough, she's also charged with abuse of her corpse. This story has so many twists that leave you questioning how family ties can unravel so tragically. How could someone go

Depraved Heart: The Tragic Death of Sarah Harris

Oct 09 2024 30 mins

Welcome back to Pushing Up Lilies! In this episode, we’re diving into the disturbing and heartbreaking case of Sarah Harris, a young woman whose life was tragically cut short by the actions of her much older boyfriend, oral surgeon James Ryan. Sarah's death wasn’t just a tragic accident; it was the result of a horrifying power dynamic where Ryan used anesthesia drugs to contr

Bathtub Murder: The Tragic Death of Kendy Howard

Oct 02 2024 30 mins

Hey y’all, it’s Julie, and in this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, we’re diving into the tragic and shocking case of Kendy Howard. Kendy was the wife of Idaho State Trooper Dan Howard, a man sworn to protect, but instead, he became the ultimate betrayer. In 2023, while she was taking a bath, Dan shot Kendy in the head in what appears to be a calculated and cold-blooded crime.

Sleepover Tragedy: The Henryetta Murders

Sep 25 2024 33 mins

Hey y'all, it’s Julie with Pushing Up Lilies. This week, we’re covering a case that shook the small town of Henryetta, Oklahoma, and sent shockwaves across the country. On May 1st, 2023, Jesse McFadden murdered his wife, Holly Guess, her three children—Rylee Elizabeth Allen, Michael James Mayo, and Tiffany Dore Guess—as well as their two young friends, Ivy Webster and Bri

Gone But Not Forgotten: The Tragic Case of Laura Wallen

Sep 18 2024 28 mins

Hey y’all, it’s Julie with Pushing Up Lilies. This week, we’re diving into the heartbreaking case of Laura Wallen, a 31-year-old beloved history and law teacher from Wild Lake High School in Columbia, Maryland. Laura went missing, and her family’s worst fears came true. In this episode, we’ll walk through the timeline of her disappearance, unravel the chilling details,

Samuel Haskell IV Accused of Dismembering Wife and In-laws

Sep 11 2024 30 mins

Hey y'all, this week on Pushing Up Lilies, I’m diving deep into a chilling case that sounds like it’s straight out of a Hollywood horror movie. Samuel Haskell IV, the son of a well-known Hollywood executive, has been accused of the brutal dismemberment of his wife and in-laws. It’s a dark, twisted story that leaves you questioning how someone could go to such extremes, and

Unpacking Gruesome Suitcase Murders

Sep 04 2024 27 mins

In this episode of Pushing Up Lilies, I’m taking a deep dive into some of the most chilling cases where victims were found locked inside suitcases—an unsettling trend that leaves us all with more questions than answers. I’ll share the disturbing details of Sarah Boone, who allegedly killed her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr., by locking him in a suitcase in Winter Park, Florida