Sins & Survivors: A Las Vegas True Crime Podcast

Mar 04 2025 85 ep. 29 mins 30

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Discover the untold stories of domestic violence, missing persons, and unsolved cases with Sins and Survivors, a Las Vegas true crime podcast dedicated to amplifying the voices of victims and survivors. Every Tuesday, Shaun & John delve into real-life cases with thoughtful analysis, expert research, and a commitment to justice. What happens here, happens everywhere.

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Two Cities, Four Murders, One Cause

Mar 04 2025 22 mins

He had already taken a life—and the system let him walk free. Less than a year after his release, Mark Michael Ford murdered again, leaving two families shattered and a community searching for answers. Domestic violence and intimate partner violence don’t just stay behind closed doors—they ripple through entire communities with devastating consequences. From Las Vegas to Reno

Teen Dating Violence Awareness

Feb 25 2025 24 mins

Teen dating violence is more common—and more dangerous—than many realize. This week, we explore a shocking Las Vegas case that highlights the deadly consequences of controlling and abusive relationships among teenagers. We talk a lot in the podcast about domestic violence in married couples, and we’ve shared cases of domestic violence among couples who were dating, but today

A Tangled Web Part 3: The State of Nevada vs Margaret Rudin

Feb 18 2025 32 mins

Margaret Rudin was known as the Black Widow in the Media, but this week we take a closer look at her trial and everything since.The story of Ron and Margaret Rudin has everything true crime producers and fanatics look for—secret recordings, alleged accomplices, secret lovers, lost evidence, and a trial that could only be described as a circus. But as we close the book, an importa

A Tangled Web Part 2: The Investigation

Feb 11 2025 24 mins

With her husband missing, Margaret Rudin becomes the target of the investigation. A quiet fishing trip on Lake Mohave took a chilling turn when a group of airmen stumbled across something unexpected—a human skull and a diamond bracelet with the letters R O N.As the investigation into Ron’s disappearance uncovered more and more circumstantial evidence against Margaret, she quick

A Tangled Web Part 1: The Disappearance of Ron Rudin

Feb 04 2025 25 mins

A 64-year-old wealthy real estate developer vanished a few days before Christmas in 1994, and all the clues pointed in just one direction. Ron Rudin had the true Golden West pioneer spirit. He came to Las Vegas in the late 1950s, and like many others, saw a valley full of potential. He was a self-made millionaire with a signature style and a love of Cadillacs, but it was no secret

Stalking in Hollywood

Jan 28 2025 27 mins

Hollywood loves an obsessive romantic, but what if the romance we’re meant to cheer for is really just stalking in disguise? January is Stalking Awareness Month—a time to shed light on the dangerous realities of stalking and its impact. John & Shaun explore how Hollywood normalizes stalking behavior, portraying it as romantic or humorous in movies, TV shows, and plays. We c

The Murder of Nichole Nick

Jan 21 2025 20 mins

Nichole Nick had dreams of reuniting with her children—but a violent relationship ended in tragedy. Nichole was a Las Vegas local, a loving mother, sister, and daughter whose family described her as vibrant and full of hope, but behind the scenes, she was trapped in a relationship that had turned dangerous.She confided in her mother about her plans to leave Robert Brown, a man wi

The Shocking Murder of Gina Martin

Jan 14 2025 19 mins

An ex-boyfriend’s obsession turned deadly in broad daylight, leaving Gina Martin’s family and community reeling. This case uncovers the terrifying realities of stalking and domestic violence and the tragic loss of a devoted mother. This month is stalking awareness month, and while this case is a domestic violence homicide case, it also has a stalking component. Even years after

The Murder of Reeva Steenkamp

Jan 07 2025 20 mins

Oscar Pistorius, the 'Blade Runner,' was a national hero—but behind closed doors, his jealousy, abuse, and violence led to the tragic murder of Reeva Steenkamp. This episode examines the chilling events of Valentine’s Day 2013, Reeva’s legacy as an advocate against gender-based violence, and South Africa’s ongoing femicide epidemic.Reeva's story intertwines with that of a c

Ronald Tammen - A Special Presentation from Already Gone

Dec 31 2024 48 mins

This week, we have a presentation from the Already Gone Podcast hosted by the awesome Nina Innstead. She recently made an episode about the disappearance of Ronald Tammen. Ronald was only 19 when he disappeared from his Miami University of Ohio dorm room. This is one of Nina’s greatest episodes to date, and she was able to interview Ronald’s roommate’s son. It highlights how