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On January 26, 2002, two people were discovered brutally murdered inside an apartment on Brunswick Road in Troy, New York. The victims were Arica Lynn Schneider, an 18-year-old Troy native, and her boyfriend, Samuel “Frost” Holley, 27.Their deaths launched an investigation that would span years, implicate two men who were ultimately cleared, and expose the extraordinary importance of forensic DNA evidence.For years, investigators pursued a theory that the killings were connected to a robbery targeting a drug dealer. But a DNA match eventually pointed them in another direction, changing the course of the case and leading to the conviction of Michael Mosley.This is a story about two lives lost, an investigation that went badly off course, and the evidence that ultimately brought a killer to justice.

Saratoga Springs’ 1980 Cold Case That Remains UnsolvedWine Pairing: protea Dry RoseSaratoga Springs is known for its mineral springs, horses, history—and, for nearly half a century, one haunting mystery that remains unsolved.On November 25, 1980, 22-year-old Sheila Shepherd was found dead inside her apartment on Church Street. She had been bound and gagged, and a five-inch steak knife had been placed in her abdomen after her death. Investigators determined that Sheila had been suffocated, and evidence suggested the crime scene had been staged.More than 45 years later, no one has been arrested for Sheila’s murder.For this episode of Murder Through the Grapevine, we travel to Saratoga Springs to examine the life of Sheila Shepherd, the circumstances surrounding her death, the suspects and theories that have emerged over the years, and whether modern forensic technology could finally provide answers. This episode includes AI-generated content.

This episode features a special guest appearance by renowned psychic medium Katie Manning, co-host of the Psychics On The Scene podcast. Katie joins us to discuss the case, share her perspective, and offer unique insights that make this one of our most fascinating episodes yet. Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, interested in the paranormal, or simply curious about the intersection of both, Katie brings an engaging perspective to the conversation. This week on Murder Through the Grapevine, we’re staying close to home as we explore one of New York’s most disturbing serial killer cases. Known as the Mohawk Valley Ripper, who terrorized communities across the Mohawk Valley during the 1970s, leaving behind a trail of violence that would haunt investigators for decades. This episode includes AI-generated content.

While investigators have never publicly confirmed a link, the similarities between the two unsolved homicide cases are difficult to ignore. Both women were teenagers, both disappeared from the Milton, New York area, and both were eventually found in the remote woods of Greenfield.

The latest Murder Through the Grapevine episode revisits the 2001 Hudson Valley murder of Nancy Smith, now solved after more than two decades. Authorities identified Robert Young, a local musician, as her killer, finally providing closure. Jessica’s earlier theory about the suspect proved impressively accurate as new details emerged. The episode pairs the case update with a tasting of Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Réserve Champagne, offering both true crime insight and a celebratory toast to the resolution.

‍A Brutal Crime That Still Has No Answers In December 2000, a quiet neighborhood in New Windsor, New York was shaken by a crime that, more than two decades later, still remains unsolved.Nancy Smith, a responsible and cautious 32-year-old woman, failed to show up for work—something her family knew was completely out of character. Within hours, her parents would uncover a devastating scene inside her home. There were no signs of forced entry. Nothing had been stolen. And yet, Nancy had been brutally murdered.

In February 2018, what began as a routine ski trip to New York’s Adirondacks turned into one of the most baffling missing-person cases in recent memory.

In this episode of Murder Through the Grapevine, we cover one of the most horrific crimes in Troy, New York, history: the Troy Christmas Murders. This case is difficult to discuss, but it’s an important one—both for the victims whose lives were stolen and for the community that continues to feel the impact years later.

In this week’s episode of Murder Through the Grapevine, we’re raising a glass to memory — and digging into a case that’s haunted the streets of Albany for over six decades. Thanks to the persistence of local law enforcement and the breakthroughs of forensic science, the 1964 murder of Catherine “Kate” Blackburn has finally been solved.

Uncover the unsolved Charlton, NY, murder of Betty Conley. Murder Through the Grapevine pairs this haunting Capital Region case with Galway Rock Rosé.

This week on Murder Through the Grapevine, we uncork a bottle of 14 Hands Cabernet Sauvignon and dive into one of New York’s most haunting unsolved cases: the 1974 murder of Katherine Kolodziej, a 17-year-old SUNY Cobleskill student whose life was brutally cut short just two months into her college experience.

In the second part of our deep dive into the chilling story of Adirondack serial killer Robert Garrow, Jess and I may have started the episode a little… looser than usual. We kicked things off by popping open a bottle of Gram Norton’s He Devil—and let’s just say the wine started flowing well before we hit record.

This week on Murder Through the Grapevine, we uncorked a bottle of Dr. Konstantin Frank Riesling and dove into one of the most chilling cases in New York State history: the crimes of Robert Garrow, infamously known as the Adirondack Killer.

True crime and a bold red wine—there’s no better pairing for an unsettling yet fascinating deep dive into the mind of a serial killer. In this episode, we uncork a bottle of 7 Deadly Zins and unravel the gruesome crimes of Lemuel Smith, a man whose horrific acts have left a lasting mark on New York’s criminal history.

Murder Through the Grapevine pairs true crime with fine wine, bringing you in-depth discussions on mysterious cases while sipping on carefully selected vintages. In this episode, we explore the 2004 disappearance of Craig Frear, a Scotia, NY teen who vanished without a trace. Was it foul play, an accident, or a deliberate escape? Join us as we break down the theories over a glass of Angels Ink wine.