Hope Stories with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN explores extraordinary stories of hope hidden within the ordinary lives we lead. Sr. Josephine loves the transformational power and gift of stories, and their ability to reveal deep truths about the purpose and meaning of our lives. As a Catholic Christian writer, speaker, and mental health counselor, Sr. Josephine helps people discover and abide within places and relationships where they can be received wholeheartedly as gift. In the first seaso ...
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We’re here to celebrate the underdogs. The unsung heroes. The champions of everyday awesomeness. Because we’re perfect - perfectly average.
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Kansas City True Crime Cases hosted by sisters Hether and Haley. Hether, an administrator with The Doe Network, has 12 years of experience volunteering with families of missing persons. A friend of Haley's stepson (who lived with them briefly while attending high school) was murdered in 2016. After his death, she founded “We Are His Voice” (now called “We Are Their Voice”), a call-to-action community group pursuing justice for Kansas City’s crime victims. The sisters discuss missing person a ...
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Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder with Amanda L. Smith, LCSW
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In this episode of Hope Stories with Sister Josephine Garrett, Amanda Smith, a Catholic therapist and executive director at NAMI, shares her insights on borderline personality disorder (BPD) and the transformative potential of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They discuss the profound emotional pain and fear of abandonment experienced by individ…
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Resilience Through Rhythm with Kelly Craig
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In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Kelly Craig, a single, divorced mother of three, who opens up about her journey through some of life's darkest moments. Kelly speaks candidly about her battles with addiction, surviving childhood sexual abuse, and how she has found a path to healing through the power of music. Despite everything, Kell…
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In the Middle: The First Generation American Experience with Maribel Laguna, LPC-S
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In this episode of the Hope Stories podcast, Sister Josephine Garrett welcomes her lifelong friend Maribel Laguna, a licensed professional counselor supervisor and founder of Cor Sacrum Counseling and Consulting. They discuss the unique experiences of first-generation Mexican American women and the mental health challenges they face navigating mult…
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Desert Springs: Infertility with Ann Koshute
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In this episode of the Hope Stories podcast, Sister Josephine Garrett explores the deeply personal and often overlooked experience of infertility with Anne Koshute, co-founder of the Catholic infertility ministry, Springs in the Desert. Anne shares her journey of dealing with infertility, its mental health implications, and the complex emotions of …
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Designed for Relationship: Attachment Wounds with Rebecca Schall, LPC
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In this episode of the Hope Stories podcast, Sister Josephine discusses the vital topic of attachment with Rebecca Schall, LPC, a licensed professional counselor from East Texas. Rebecca delves into the intricacies of attachment wounds—emotional injuries from unmet relational needs—and their impact on mental health and faith. She shares her persona…
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Jesse Thomas was shot and killed in Kansas City on August 1, 2023. His murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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Hope and Healing: Depression and Advocacy with Chris Miller
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In this episode, Chris Miller shares his personal journey battling depression and his extensive work in mental health education and advocacy. As a Silicon Valley resident, school teacher, and youth minister, Chris discusses the impact of depression on his life, the importance of hope, and the various coping mechanisms he's employed, including medic…
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The Cross, Glory & Salvation: Adoption with Jess Echeverry
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This episode discusses mature topics surrounding mental health and includes a mention of suicidal ideation. If you are in crisis, please call, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, or text or chat with the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. In this episode of 'Hope Stories,' the focus is on the complex and deeply spiritual reali…
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Living in the Wound: Anxiety and Depression with Bishop James Conley
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Bishop James Conley of Lincoln, Nebraska, shares a deeply personal account of his struggle with anxiety and depression, largely triggered by the clergy abuse scandal. Bishop Conley recounts how his overwhelming responsibilities and traumatic events led to a profound psychological crisis, resulting in a diagnosis of PTSD and major depressive disorde…
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The Love that Heals: Trauma & PTSD with Hope Acquilano
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Sister Josephine welcomes guest Hope Acquilano, a childhood sexual abuse survivor. Hope shares deeply moving testimony of trauma and healing, revealing her struggles with PTSD, flashbacks, and shame. She discusses the crucial role of trauma-informed therapy and EMDR in her recovery and God's presence in her journey. The episode emphasizes the impor…
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Triumph Over Tragedy: Daniella's Journey of Resilience and Kindness
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At the tender age of four, Daniella's daughter faced an unexpected medical emergency that left her unable to speak, walk, or feed herself. Despite numerous tests and consultations with experts, her condition remains a mystery, more than a decade later. This heart-wrenching experience was just the beginning of Daniella's challenges. Years later, Dan…
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God Is Working It Out: Bipolar Disorder with Christian Bentley
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This episode discusses mature topics surrounding mental health and includes a mention of suicidal ideation. If you are in crisis, please call, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, or text or chat with the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. Sister Josephine welcomes her first guest of Season 2, Christian Bentley, to discuss his …
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Season 2 Introduction: Mental Health as Gift
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Sister Josephine Garrett, CSFN, welcomes listeners to season 2 of Hope Stories, which will explore both the challenges and hope found in a wide-ranging discussion on a variety of mental health topics and conditions. Sister Josephine shares her journey, the challenges faced, and the insights gained while intertwining her spiritual and professional e…
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Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Lisa Baril, who takes us on an incredible adventure across Canada on two wheels. In the summer of 2023, Lisa and her husband embarked on a cross-country bike trip from the Pacific coast to the Atlantic coast, covering thousands of kilometers and experiencing the diverse beauty of Canada firsthand…
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From Code to Cure: The Promise of Genomic Medicine in Alberta
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Join Dr. Dustin Hittel as he shares insights on the future of genetic testing and its potential to empower patients. From better symptom management to tailored care, explore how advancements in genomics can significantly impact patients, especially those navigating the complexities of rare genetic conditions, offering newfound control over their he…
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T'Montez Hurt was last seen on February 1, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri.Af Hether & Haley
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Unsolved Murder of Artemus Ogletree
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Kansas City True Crime: Artemus Ogletree was staying in room 1046 in President Hotel in Kansas City, Missouri. His murder happened in 1935 and remains unsolved. Who Dunnit Sisters, a Kansas City true crime podcast, focuses on unsolved murder and missing person cases in the Kansas City area. True Crime True Crime Stories…
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Dungeons, Dragons and Diapers: From Surrogacy Dream to Reality
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In this deeply touching episode, we delve into the extraordinary journey of one woman who selflessly embarks on a surrogacy mission to fulfill the dreams of a couple yearning for parenthood. EThis is a story of love, courage, and the incredible bond that forms when one person's journey intersects with another's longing for a family.…
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Rising from the Sand Dunes: A Journey of Resilience and Entrepreneurial Triumph
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Despite facing immense challenges during his recovery from a life-altering ATV accident, our guest remained determined and focused on his goals. Join us as we explore the intersection of adversity, resilience, and entrepreneurship in this inspiring conversation.Af perfectlyaveragepeople
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Rooted in Jesus: Bringing Your Gifts, Awaiting the Kingdom with Archbishop Shelton Fabre
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Bishop Shelton Fabre, Archbishop for the Archdiocese of Louisville and former chair of the USCCB Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism (2018 to 2023), sits down with Sr. Josephine for the last episode of Hope Stories season one. Resources Archdiocese of Louisville Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Journ…
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Wok Wisdom: Josephine's Journey from Kitchen to Communications
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Welcome back to another heartwarming episode of "Perfectly Average People," the podcast where extraordinary stories emerge from seemingly ordinary lives. On episode two, we are honored to be joined by Josephine Mah who takes us on a nostalgic journey through her childhood, growing up as a Chinese minority in a picturesque, predominantly white small…
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Sr. Josephine Garrett is joined by her parents, Aunt Dee and Uncle Billy, for a moving discussion about loving well, praying through struggle, seeing blessings, and recognizing the awesome gift of God's mercies. NOTES What We Have Seen and Heard: A Pastoral Letter on Evangelization from the Black Bishops of the United States Sr. Thea Bowman’s June …
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Josephine Scott disappeared from Chillicothe, Missouri on January 4, 1957.Af Hether & Haley
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Perfect{ly} Average People - Hello. Meet Jess T and Donny B.
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Welcome to our podcast! We're out to prove that everyone has stories worth sharing—stories that highlight the beauty, resilience, and wonder of the human spirit. Stories that inspire, challenge our perspective, motivate, or simply bring a smile to your face. In our first episode, we share the story of our journey to Perfect(ly Average) People, and …
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Relationship and Renewal, with Chika Anyanwu
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Sister Josephine is joined by her friend and fellow Catholic speaker Chika Anyanwu to talk about life as a missionary, staying authentic while preaching the Gospel, and how her Nigerian roots and immigrant perspective shapes her faith and role within the Church. Resources: Chika's website My Encounter: How I Met Jesus in Prayer by Chika Anyanwu Thi…
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Motherhood at the Feet of Jesus, with Jennifer Monette
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Sister Josephine shares an intimate, moving conversation with Jennifer Monette about the struggles and hope found through single parenting as a faithful Catholic. This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications The Fire This Time: A Black Catholic Sourcebook Promo Code: HOPE10 CLICK HERE Journey to a new depth of hope, even in seemingly impossible ci…
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Knowing God’s Presence, with Deacon Chip and Anne Marie Jones
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Sr. Josephine sits down with the parents of Deanna Johnston (previous episode), Deacon Chip and Anne Marie Jones, about their faith journeys to and within the Catholic Church, from the perspective of individuals and as a married couple raising children in the faith. And they share the beautiful witness and steadfast faith of Anne Marie during a per…
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The Mysterious Death of Charles Scimone
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True Crime: On February 20, 2021, first responders were dispatched to a home for a possible sudden death. The caller, the victim's 14-year-old son, claimed to have just checked on his dad and found him unconscious. When EMTs arrived, they knew immediately Charlie had been dead for days.Af Hether & Haley
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This is the official FIRST upload to our platform. You can call this the TEASER episode. In short what Perfect{ly Average} People was created.Af perfectlyaveragepeople
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God Wants My Mess Too, with Deanna Johnston
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Busy mom of four and Director of Marriage and Family Life in the Diocese of Tyler, Deanna Johnston, reminds us all how God invites us all to give everything to Him, even our messes. Sr. Josephine and Deanna share an honest, enlightening conversation about what it feels like to navigate not "feeling Black enough" and belonging to the Body of Christ.…
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Engulfed in Flames and Unharmed, with Gloria Purvis
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In this episode Sr. Josephine sits down with fellow Catholic podcaster and speaker Gloria Purvis to learn about the deep hope that has guided and inspired Gloria's life. This conversation is a treat -- an intimate, tender conversation between dear friends. Follow Gloria on instagram @iamgloriapurvis. This episode is sponsored by Sacred Heart Major …
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The Unsolved Murder of Anne Barnes
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Kansas City True Crime: On May 9, 1987, in Kansas City, Missouri, the body of Anne Barnes was found in the back seat of her car. Her murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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Spiritual Motherhood is Not a Contingency Plan, with Regina Boyd
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This episode is sponsored by: Ave Maria Press with Regina Boyd's new book Leaving Loneliness Behind. Tired of feeling lonely? Regina Boyd’s NEW book Leaving Loneliness Behind will help you build meaningful relationships and will cover the five keys to emotional intimacy: connection, vulnerability, conflict and communication, healing, and self-gift.…
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The Unsolved Murder of Kamari Bridges
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Kansas City True Crime: Kamari Bridges was shot and killed in Kansas City on October 31, 2021. His murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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Taking Ownership & Seeing Hope, with Father Robert Boxie
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Fr. Robert P. Boxie, III, a native of Lake Charles, Louisiana, is the chaplain at Howard University and the priest-in-residence at Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC. Sister sits down for a conversation with Father Boxie about, among other things, how to help develop and support personal ownership the Catholic faith in young people. Along the …
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The Unsolved Murder of Billie Jean Nash
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Kansas City True Crime: On June 27, 1984, in Kansas City, Billie Jean Nash was murdered outside her apartment. Her murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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Faith Without Shame, with Alva Alford
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Alva Alford is a mother who has found love, peace, and courage through abiding in Jesus Christ. Join Sr. Josephine as she walks with Alva, a dear friend and school parent, through her personal story about her growing relationship with the Catholic faith. Journey to a new depth of hope, even in seemingly impossible circumstances, with Sr. Josephine …
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Faith in its Fullness, with Dr. Larry Mitnaul
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Join Sr. Josephine Garrett for a walk down memory lane with her college friend and fellow Catholic convert, Dr. Larry Mitnaul. Sr. Josephine and Dr. Mitnaul landed at University of Dallas, a Catholic institution, as Protestant undergrads -- one of them not even realizing UD was Catholic at the time! Today, Dr. Mitnaul is a double board certified ch…
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Kansas City True Crime: Jonathan Johnson disappeared from his home on May 11, 1986. Two weeks later his body was found. His murder remains unsolved. True crimeAf Hether & Haley
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Kansas City True Crime: Tony Payne was murdered July 2, 1977, in Overland Park, Kansas. His murder remains unsolved. True crimeAf Hether & Haley
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Victory in Surrender, with the Parkers
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Join Sr. Josephine Garrett for a conversation with one of the youngest permanent deacons in the world, Deacon Michael Parker, and his wife JaVaunda, a convert to the Catholic faith. NOTES Sr. Josephine's show resources Pray the Rosary with OSV Prays podcast USCCB Church Documents on the Permanent Diaconate Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Churc…
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The Reach of God’s Hope, with Fr. Josh Johnson
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Sr. Josephine Garrett is joined by her good friend Fr. Josh Johnson for a laughter-filled, inspiring conversation about the reach of God's hope and how falling in love changes everything. NOTES Fr. Josh Johnson: @FrJoshJohnson, Ask Fr. Josh podcast (www.AscensionPress.com/askfatherjosh) Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Baton Rouge, LA (https:…
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Hope Needs Darkness, with Sister Angela Cresswell
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In this episode Sr. Josephine has the joy of talking with Sr. Angela Cresswell, a fellow sister of the Sister of the Holy Family of Nazareth. SHOW NOTES What We Have Seen and Heard: A Pastoral Letter on Evangelization from the Black Bishops of the United States Sr. Thea Bowman’s June 1989 Address to U.S. Catholic Bishops Demystifying Catholic Terms…
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Unsolved Murder of Alonzo Thomas IV
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Kansas City True Crime: Alonzo Thomas IV was murdered April 4, 2014, in Kansas City, Missouri. His murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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Demystifying Catholic Terms, with Sister Josephine (Short Episode)
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There are terms some Catholic Christians use that can sound mysterious and unapproachable to those less acquainted with Catholic theology and practice. We want everyone to come along for the ride, so Sr. Josephine takes a few minutes to explain a few things! SHOW NOTES "Adoration": Learn more about the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist as wel…
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An Introduction to Hope Stories, with Sister Josephine
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Learn more about the inspiration for Sr. Josephine's first podcast! SHOW NOTES Gaudium et spes, A Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World What We Have Seen and Heard: A Pastoral Letter on Evangelization from the Black Bishops of the United States Sr. Thea Bowman's June 1989 Address to U.S. Catholic Bishops Journey to a new depth of …
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Tyra Brown was murdered on April 17, 2016, in Kansas City, Missouri. She had given her cousin a ride to a house party and was waiting in her car to give him a ride home. Tyra's murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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Hope Stories with Black Catholics Teaser
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Hope Stories with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN explores extraordinary stories of hope hidden within the ordinary lives we lead. Sr. Josephine loves the transformational power and gift stories have to reveal deep truth about the purpose and meaning of our lives. As a Catholic writer, speaker, and mental health counselor, Sr. Josephine helps people di…
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Unsolved Murder of Darrian Stevens
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Kansas City True Crime: Darrian Stevens was murdered November 3, 2017, in Kansas City. His murder remains unsolved. Who Dunnit Sisters, a Kansas City true crime podcast, focuses on unsolved murder and missing person cases in the Kansas City area.Af Hether & Haley
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The Unsolved Murder of Latisha Hare
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Latisha Hare's burned body was discovered in an abandoned home on February 3, 2014, in Kansas City, Kansas. She was 13 weeks pregnant at the time of her murder. Her murder remains unsolved.Af Hether & Haley
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