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The Deck • audiochuck

For years, some law enforcement agencies have replaced the faces of traditional playing card decks with images of missing and murdered people and distributed those cards in prisons hoping inmates would come forward with information needed to crack these cold cases wide open. Now, audiochuck is dealing you in. Each week, we will be working with investigators and family members to bring you the details of some of the coldest cases from around the country in hopes that someone listening can finally bring these victims the justice they deserve.

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Episodes

  • Kemberly Ramer (6 of Clubs, Florida)

    Join host Ashley Flowers on "The Deck" as she delves into the perplexing case of Kemberly Ramer, a young woman whose mysterious vanishing shook her Florida community. Ashley, with the participation of Kim's mother Sue and Steve Sunday, uncovers the disquieting details surrounding the night Kim was last seen and the unsettling discovery of her room indicating a potential struggle. The episode paints a vivid picture of a family grappling with an uncharacteristic disappearance, illuminating the peculiar circumstances that led to a frantic search and a community's plea for answers.

    With strategic focus on the prime suspect, the investigation highlights the role of Kim's sister's boyfriend, Jerry, whose actions and past raise red flags. The podcast navigates the maze of clues, from phone records to stolen vehicles, shedding light on Kim's father Kenny Raymer's desperate efforts and Sue's unwavering dedication amidst a harrowing ordeal. "The Deck" invites its listeners to piece together the events of that fateful weekend, presenting a case that continues to haunt those left behind and begging the question: what really happened to Kemberly Ramer?

    Mar 13, 2024

  • Rose Marie Gayhart (Queen of Diamonds, New York)

    Join hosts Ashley Flowers and Laurie Travis on "The Deck," as they delve into the mysterious disappearance of Rosemarie Gayheart, who sought a new beginning in the Sunshine State only to vanish under alarming circumstances. This gripping episode gathers the fragmented details surrounding her 1984 disappearance, the tumultuous events that preceded it, and the enduring quest for answers that has stretched across decades.

    The narrative weaves through Rosemarie's struggles, from the heartbreaking and contentious death of her son Danny to the adversarial dynamics with her boyfriend Bobby's family. Witnesses last recall Rosemarie climbing into an enigmatic red pickup truck—an image that haunts the case. Meanwhile, the perseverance of Rose's family, especially her sister Laurie, sheds light on their harrowing journey through delayed police action and potential leads gone cold. As the story unfolds, it reveals a tapestry of unresolved leads and dedicated advocacy for the missing, setting a profound backdrop for a saga that continues to resonate.

    Mar 6, 2024

  • Roy Frisch (6 of Spades, Nevada)

    Dive into a cold case that has puzzled experts for nearly a century on "The Deck," where Ashley Flowers and Laura Conklin discuss the enigmatic disappearance of Roy Frisch in 1934. In an episode that captures the chilling blend of cinema and crime, they revisit the night Frisch walked out of a Reno cinema and into oblivion. The vanishing of this bank cashier has long been suspected to have ties to menacing organized crime figures – a hypothesis that has influenced investigations, narratives, and the relentless search for truth.

    With each clue unboxed like a deck of cards, the speakers analyze the events that led up to Frisch’s disappearance and the subsequent investigations that intertwined with the corrupt underbelly of Reno’s past. Examination of the twisted trail involves gangsters linked to the notorious Babyface Nelson and several dead-end leads in the quest to locate Frisch’s final resting place. Now, with the backing of forensic science and continued determination, the quest to unearth the long-buried secrets of the fateful night persists, keeping listeners on the edge of their seats, wondering if closure is finally on the horizon.

    Feb 28, 2024

  • Nicole M. Saylor & Kayla M. Harris (7 & 8 of Hearts, Indiana)

    Dive into a harrowing true-crime saga with "The Deck," where hosts Ashley Flowers, Brian Martin, Carrie Fries, and Tiffany Butler meticulously piece together the harrowing events that led to a tragic night in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The episode carefully recounts the story of Nicole Saylor and Kayla Harris—whose fates were cruelly sealed by an unfathomable act of violence—and the extraordinary resilience of Danielle Carter, who miraculously survives the ordeal despite harrowing odds.

    With a blend of investigative rigor and compassionate storytelling, "The Deck" navigates through the maze of an ongoing investigation, examining potential suspects with ties to the victims. The podcast expertly posits theories about possible motives rooted in past abuse, financial disputes, and threats, even as it contemplates the mysteries left unsolved due to the untimely death of a key suspect. This episode lays bare the aftermath of a monumental tragedy, revealing how those closest to the victims grapple with loss and the complexities of emotional healing and legal battles in its wake.

    Feb 21, 2024

  • Charles & Jennifer Chia (Jack of Diamonds, Nevada)

    Join hosts Ashley Flowers and Alan Fox on "The Deck," as they delve into the harrowing and unsolved mystery surrounding the abduction and murder of Charles and Jennifer Cha in 1989. Despite exhaustive search efforts and a high-profile extortion attempt, the children's tragic case remained cold for years until a grave discovery brought new hope to a grieving family. With guest Laura Conklin and a brief interlude for an advertisement, the episode stitches together a narrative that has continued to baffle investigators and touch the hearts of many.

    In this episode, listeners are walked through the extensive but futile search efforts conducted by the Reno police and the series of ransom calls made by James Grooms, leading to his arrest on extortion charges but not the murder of the children. Forensic advancements promise a glimmer of hope, as Detective Fox and his team employ new DNA testing techniques on evidence that could be instrumental in bringing justice to light. "The Deck" presents a compelling reexamination of a devastating crime that has echoed through the decades.

    Feb 14, 2024