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The Book of the Dead

The Book of the Dead

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Hosted by Courtney Liso, The Book of the Dead is a true crime podcast that focuses on the victims of lesser-known crimes. Each episode presents a deep dive into a case from around the world, dissecting the details to tell the whole story of who each victim was, in addition to what happened to them. Formerly hosted by a mother-daughter team, the podcast has evolved with one host, taking the care necessary to ensure each victim is honored as they should be. Join Courtney every Wednesday at 12am EST for a new chapter in The Book of the Dead.Copyright The Book of the Dead Podcast Biografías y Memorias Crímenes Reales Mundial Política y Gobierno
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  • Chapter 117: Convergence-The Murders of Gio Messina & Delphine Moore w/ Gregg Owen and Jonathan Dixon

    Chapter 117: Convergence-The Murders of Gio Messina & Delphine Moore w/ Gregg Owen and Jonathan Dixon
    Oct 8 2025
    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 investigating the scene, Gregg Owen was taking the bar exam and would go on to become a prosecutor. 4 years later, Gregg would take the case, determined to put the man guilty of killing the couple behind bars when no one else would. The case was, seemingly, unwinnable: no evidence, no motive, and the only witness was prepared to take the 5th, but, against all odds, he was prepared to do what no other prosecutor would.

    Decades later, the story of the Messina/Moore Murders and the trial would be immortalized in the book Convergence-written by Gregg Owen and Jonathan Dixon. They sat down with me today to break down the incredible trial, Gregg's journey from rockstar on stage to performing for a jury, and what it took to bring this story back to life.

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  • Ottis Toole and Henry Lee Lucas w/ Conspiring to Argue

    Ottis Toole and Henry Lee Lucas w/ Conspiring to Argue
    Oct 1 2025
    In this special bonus episode, I joined Ted and JJ on their show, Conspiring to Argue to discuss two of the most deplorable people on the planet: Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole. This is part 2 of their coverage of the Adam Walsh case, so head on over to their show to hear all the details of part one.


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    Check out Conspiring to Argue
    Best friends debate and laugh about aliens, murder, government cover-ups and more.

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    Stay safe, stay curious, and stay vigilant.
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  • Chapter 116: The Case Against Chase Merritt-The McStay Family Murders Pt. 2

    Chapter 116: The Case Against Chase Merritt-The McStay Family Murders Pt. 2
    Sep 29 2025
    In Part 2 of my coverage on the McStay Family Murders, I cover the trial of Chase Merritt, the man arrested for the murders of Summer and Joseph McStay, and their two little boys, Gianni and Joey Jr. The case against Chase Merritt was built entirely on circumstantial evidence, and three years after my original coverage, I'm still not entirely sure police got the right guy. From the discourse between the prosecution and defense, cell phone and computer records suggesting Chase Merritt's movements were not as straightforward as the police would have you believe, and PayPal records suggesting another suspect stood to gain from Joseph McStay's death, I went over it all, putting together a picture that suggests that someone, somewhere, may have gotten things wrong. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a promo for Ghost Bites:Ghost Bites is a weekly podcast from Mike and J.T. of Brew Crime, for quick, 5–10 minute dives into the haunted, spooky, and paranormal. Get your weekly dose of all things creepy, served with a side of laughs. It’s the perfect podcast for anyone looking for a fun and frightening experience that won’t take up their whole day.Listen hereAradillas, E. (2014, November 9). Patrick McStay has a theory about why his family was murdered. People.com. https://people.com/crime/mcstay-family-murders-patrick-mcstays-theory-about-why-they-were-killed/Dziemianowicz, J. (2023, December 30). ‘Monster’ slaughters entire family — mom, dad, 2 young sons — and buries them in the desert. Oxygen. https://www.oxygen.com/killer-motive/crime-news/mcstay-family-murders-who-killed-themFalcon, G. (2013, January 26). Three years later, no sign of missing family. CNN. https://www.cnn.com/2013/01/26/justice/mcstay-family-disappearance/index.htmlFigueroa, T. (2013, November 15). How the McStay case unfolded. U-T San Diego. https://web.archive.org/web/20131203005025/http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2013/Nov/15/timeline-mcstay-disappearance-case/Flynn, S. (2022, May 21). McStay murders: A man is on death row for the brutal killings of a young family found in shallow graves in the desert – but did he really do it? The Independent. https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/mcstay-murder-california-documentary-chase-merritt-b2084210.htmlFraga, K. (2025, July 10). The McStay family murders and the “Monster” behind them. All That’s Interesting. https://allthatsinteresting.com/mcstay-family-murdersGarske, M. (2020, January 17). Charles Merritt’s DNA found in McStay family car: search warrants. NBC 7 San Diego. https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/charles-merritt-mcstay-family-murders-search-warrants-unsealed/52907/Gotfredson, D. (2025, July 12). New book details evidence that led to conviction in McStay family murders. cbs8.com. https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/crime/true-crime/new-book-evidence-conviction-mcstay-family-murders/509-8001a9cb-cfeb-42da-b257-c6993f1aa668Gutglueck, M. (2019, April 19). Kavanaugh hacked into McStay’s PayPal account a week after the murders. SBC Sentinel. https://sbcsentinel.com/2019/04/kavanaugh-hacked-mcstay-paypalaccount/Kaye, R. (2015, June 16). Desert Deaths Mystery: Five questions about the McStay case. CNN. https://www.cnn.com/2014/07/01/justice/mcstay-case-five-questionsProsecutors begin presenting evidence against Charles “Chase” Merritt in McStay murder case. (2015, June 15). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/prosecutors-begin-presenting-evidence-in-mcstay-murder-case/Richard K. De Atley The Press-Enterprise. (2019, January 25). Jurors in Merritt murder trial hear crucial recording. Victorville Daily Press. https://www.vvdailypress.com/story/news/courts/2019/01/25/jurors-in-merritt-murder-trial/6204138007/Slifer, S. (2013, November 15). McStay Family Update: Joseph McStay’s father calls probe of Calif. family’s 2010 disappearance “botched, inept.” CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mcstay-family-update-joseph-mcstays-father-calls-probe-of-calif-familys-2010-disappearance-botched-inept/Slifer, S. (2015, January 24). Search warrants unsealed in McStay family murder case in California. CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/search-warrants-unsealed-in-mcstay-murder-case/VVNG - Victor Valley News. (2015, June 11). New Evidence Suggest a Sledge Hammer was Used in Murdering McStay Family. Victor Valley News. https://www.vvng.com/new-evidence-suggest-a-sledge-hammer-was-used-in-murdering-mcstay-family/If you enjoyed the episode, consider leaving a review or rating! It helps more than you know! If you have a case suggestion, or want attention brought to a loved one's case, email me at bookofthedeadpod@gmail.com with Case Suggestion in the subject line.Stay safe, stay curious, and stay vigilant.
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I just finished binging on all the episodes of this podcast and I love this mother/daughter team and I love the information they provide. They work as a great tag team, with Courtney telling the stories expertly and Lisa interjecting with all the things that we’re thinking while we listen and want to shout out as we listen. Each chapter is well researched and well presented. I can’t wait for more chapters!

Excellent Podcast!

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