Brews Clues

Brews Clues is where true crime and craft beer collide. Hosted by Lisa and Mel, each episode explores intriguing cases paired with a craft beer in our Crime On Tap segment. We mix mystery, conversation, and a laid-back vibe as we unpack chilling stories—one brew at a time.

Grab a brew and follow the clues.

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2 days ago

As the investigation into the disappearance of Lyric Cook-Morrissey and Elizabeth Collins continues, another disturbing case in Iowa raises new questions.
A similar abduction involving two young girls would send shockwaves through the state and introduce a man whose name would later surface in discussions surrounding the Evansdale murders.
In Part 2, we explore that case, the suspect at the center of it, and why some believe the crimes could be connected.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Friday Mar 06, 2026

In July 2012, cousins Lyric Cook-Morrissey (10) and Elizabeth Collins (8) went for a bike ride in Evansdale, Iowa—and never came home.
When their bikes were discovered abandoned near Meyers Lake, a quiet summer afternoon quickly turned into one of the largest search efforts the town had ever seen.
In Part 1, we walk through the timeline of the girls’ disappearance, the early investigation, and the clues that suggested something far more sinister than two kids simply getting lost.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Friday Feb 27, 2026

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of child abduction and disappearance. Listener discretion is advised.
Tara Calico vanished in 1988 during a routine bike ride in New Mexico — and her case has remained one of the most baffling mysteries in true crime. Years later, a Polaroid surfaced showing a young woman and boy that sparked new questions and theories, and the boy’s remains were later found in the wilderness. In this episode, we walk through the timeline, the strange clues, and the unanswered questions that still keep investigators and families searching for answers.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Friday Feb 20, 2026

Trigger warning: This episode contains references to sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.
Robert Wone was killed in his friend’s home, yet every detail clashes. White robes, no struggle, and eerie first responder reports make this case as mysterious as it is unsolved. 
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Friday Feb 13, 2026

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crime, including harm to a child, which may be distressing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
Strange footsteps in the snow.No tracks leaving the farm.
Unexplained noises in the attic.
The Hinterkaifeck murders are one of Germany’s most unsettling unsolved cases. We break down the eerie clues, the suspects, and why this early-1900s crime still raises questions today.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.🍻🕵️‍♀️

Quick Sip -Anna Walshe: UPDATE

Tuesday Feb 10, 2026

Tuesday Feb 10, 2026

This episode is a brief update on the Anna Walshe case, covering recent court developments since our original episode.

Sunday Feb 08, 2026

The lies hit the courtroom. Part 3 dives into the trial, the testimony, and the moments that changed everything.
 
Grab a brew and follow the clues. 

Friday Jan 30, 2026

Pour a drink and keep listening. In Part 2, we dive into the widening search for Caylee Anthony and the trail of inconsistent stories that left detectives chasing shadows. With every twist and turn, the picture becomes more complex and more haunting. Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Saturday Jan 24, 2026

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of child death, criminal investigation, and potentially distressing details. Listener discretion is advised.
Pour a drink and settle in. In Part 1 of our three-part series, we dive into the beginning of one of the most controversial true crime cases in modern history: Casey Anthony. We walk through the early timeline, the lies that raised red flags, and the details that first captured national attention—while sipping our beers and unpacking what actually happened before the case exploded in the media. This is where the story starts, and nothing is as simple as it seems.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Thursday Sep 19, 2024

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses domestic violence and serious physical injury. Listener discretion is advised.
In this powerful episode, we explore the heartbreaking yet inspiring story of Judy Malinowski - a former beauty queen, mother, and survivor. After overcoming ovarian cancer and addiction, Judy’s life took a tragic turn when she became the victim of a brutal act of domestic violence at the hands of her ex-boyfriend, Michael Slager.
Despite unimaginable injuries and immense suffering, Judy’s strength and determination never wavered. In the face of overwhelming odds, she found a way to make her voice heard - one that would ultimately play a crucial role in the pursuit of justice.
Join us as we examine Judy’s fight for survival, the legal battle that followed, and the lasting impact of her legacy through Judy’s Law, which aims to protect other women from similar violence. This episode honors Judy’s courage, resilience, and unwavering spirit.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

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