Brews Clues

Ana Walshe - A Mother Missing

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of domestic violence, emotional abuse, and intimate partner harm. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, we examine the disappearance of Ana Walshe, a devoted mother from Cohasset who was last seen after a seemingly ordinary New Year’s Eve dinner. As days turned into weeks with no sign of Ana, investigators began uncovering troubling details that shifted the case from a missing persons investigation to something far more sinister.
Although Ana remains missing, her husband, Brian Walshe, has been charged and awaits trial in connection with her presumed murder. Join us as we walk through the timeline, key evidence, and unanswered questions surrounding this deeply unsettling case.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.
Note: This episode reflects information available at the time of recording. Developments in the case may have occurred since publication.

Tiffany Valiante - Unanswered Questions

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crime and assault. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, we examine the tragic death of Tiffany Valiante, a young woman whose life was cut short under circumstances that continue to raise serious questions. Although her death was quickly ruled a suicide, lingering inconsistencies and troubling details have led many to question whether that conclusion tells the full story.
We walk through the timeline, the evidence that doesn’t seem to add up, and the unanswered questions that remain. This case has left her family searching for clarity and accountability.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.
We need your help to crack open the case and bring justice for Tiffany and closure for her family. 
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Sierah Joughin - A Town's Quest for Justice

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crime, abduction, and death. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, we examine the disappearance and murder of Sierah Joughin, a young woman from Delta, Ohio, whose life was tragically cut short during what began as a routine summer bike ride. What initially appeared to be a simple case of a missing person quickly unfolded into a devastating crime that shook a small community to its core.
We walk through the timeline of events, the investigation that followed, and the determination of Sierah’s family to seek justice—not only for her, but to help protect others in their community. This episode reflects on the lasting impact of Sierah’s case and the changes that came in the wake of an unimaginable loss.
 
Grab a brew and follow the clues.
 

Luz Cuevas - A Mother's Intuition

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of child death and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, we delve into a heart-wrenching tale of deception, heartbreak, and the incredible power of a mother's intuition. This story follows Luz Cuevas as she faces a tragedy involving her newborn in a 1997 house fire in Philadelphia.
Jump ahead seven years to 2004, when a coincidental encounter at a party unveils a mysterious girl who sparks a sense of familiarity in Luz. Against fear and overwhelming odds, Luz takes a daring step to uncover startling revelations about her long-lost daughter.
Join us for an intriguing 'Crime On Tap' session at the end of this episode, where we voice our theories and predictions, amplifying the discussion even further. Be prepared to delve into the chilling world of criminal mentality with a beer in hand.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Ryan Waller - A Christmas Turned Tragic

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of gun violence and traumatic events. Listener discretion is advised.
In the midst of holiday preparations, Ryan Waller and Heather Quan were ready to celebrate with their families. But what should have been a joyful season quickly turned into a nightmare. After a gunshot wound to the head left him with internal injuries, Ryan faced a grueling six-hour police interrogation — and the shocking reality of becoming a prime suspect in a tragic event.
Join us as we explore the events surrounding Ryan Waller’s Christmas, examining the investigation, the twists in the case, and the search for truth amidst grief and suspicion.
You can find the full Youtube video from the clips used here.

Dianne Hood - A Chilling Unsolved Murder

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of violent crime and murder. Listener discretion is advised.
In September 1990, Dianne Hood, a 32-year-old mother of three, was tragically killed after leaving a Lupus support group. While walking to her car, a masked assailant stole her purse and shot her, ending her life in a horrifying act of violence.
Join us as we explore the unsolved murder of Dianne Hood, examining potential suspects, possible motives, and the unanswered questions that continue to haunt this case. What really happened that night, and who was responsible?
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Carl Tanzler - Obsession Beyond the Grave

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of death, obsession, and disturbing behavior. Listener discretion is advised.
In this chilling episode, we explore the story of Carl Tanzler, a 53-year-old self-proclaimed doctor whose intense fixation on 20-year-old Maria Elena Milagro de Hoyos took a macabre turn. Elena, a young Cuban-American woman, was battling tuberculosis, and Carl initially offered his services in an attempt to help her. Tragically, she succumbed to her illness.
What followed, however, was far from ordinary. Carl preserved Elena’s body and tended to it for years, driven by a disturbing obsession that shocked the public and earned him infamy.
Join us for a Crime On Tap discussion as we examine the unsettling depths of Carl Tanzler’s fixation and reflect on the darker corners of the human psyche.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.
 
 
 

Mitrice Richardson - A Night of Injustice

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of mental health crises, disappearance, and death. Listener discretion is advised.
On September 16, 2009, 24-year-old Mitrice Richardson was arrested by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department after a dispute at a Malibu restaurant. Exhibiting signs of a potential mental health crisis, she was released alone into a remote area at night, without transportation or a phone, and her whereabouts were unknown.
Join us as we explore the tragic events surrounding Mitrice’s disappearance, the failures in the system that contributed to this injustice, and the heartbreaking impact on her family. Stick around for our Crime On Tap discussion, where we share our brews and break down the case in detail.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.

Cropsey - Urban Legend or Real Threat?

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of child endangerment, abduction, and sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.
In Staten Island, New York, children whispered warnings about an escaped mental patient known as Cropsey. Once dismissed as an urban legend, the story took a darker turn when kids began disappearing under mysterious circumstances.
Join us as we explore the eerie legend of Cropsey, examining the blurred lines between myth and reality and the possibility that this terrifying figure may have been more than just a story. Stick around for our Crime On Tap discussion, where we unpack the case (and our choice of brews) in our signature style.
Grab a brew and follow the clues.