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In November 1961, a week long sailing trip by the Dupperault family in the Bahamas would end in the murder of all but one member of the family. People around the world would marvel at the story of survival of eleven year old Terry Jo who was found after four days alone at sea on a tiny float. Who killed the family, and why? Listen as we discuss this story of true crime, bravery, and miracles.

Rae Carruth, once a number one NFL draft pick for the Carolina Panthers, was sentenced to 20 years in prison when he was found guilty of involvement in the murder of Cherica Adams. Cherica was eight months pregnant with Carruth's son at the time she was shot. Listen as we discuss the events leading up to the murder, and the consequences that changed the lives of all involved.

Viki Lozano, the wife of police detective, Bobby Lozano, is found dead with a single gunshot wound the day after their 16th wedding anniversary. Due to the efforts of one reporter, Donna Fielder, the truth of her death would be revealed after seven years. Book: Ladykiller by Donna Fielder Facebook Page - @NPOFPOD Twitter- @not_podcast Email- notperfectorfunctional@gmail.com Website- notperfectorfunctional.com 

Two women go missing, one while out for an evening jog in Georgia, the other abducted from her $4M waterfront home in Florida. Both women will return and tell the police bizarre tales of how and why they went missing. Listen as we discuss these two extraordinary stories and explain why we decided to present them in the same episode. 

Listen as we recount what really happened during the Kim Kardashian robbery in Paris in October 2016. Who was responsible? And most importantly, was her 20 karat diamond engagement ring ever returned? There was speculation that it may have been the international jewel thieves known as the Pink Panthers. Was the Kim K. heist the work of the gang responsible for crashing two stolen cars through the doors of a mall in Dubai in order to rob a jewelry store in mere seconds? We'll tell you all the details. 

Only in a American can you go from prison to the most infamous boxing promoter of all time. Listen as we discuss Don King, a man larger- than-life with the gift of gab, flashy duds, and electrified hairstyle. Hear how after serving time in prison for killing a man, he went on to promote and exploit, some of the biggest names in boxing history.  You can find us at: www.notperfectorfunctional.com Facebook: @NPOFPOD Twitter: @not_podcast

What's more Christmas-y than a news story about a stolen baby jesus, pot-related Christmas news, or interesting and strange Christmas and New Year's traditions from around the world? Join us for this very special Christmas episode. www.notperfectorfunctional.com Facebook- @NPOFPOD Twitter- @not_podcast

Carthage, a small town in East Texas, was propelled onto the big screen in the movie "Bernie". The story of an assistant funeral director, Bernie Tiede, who befriends a wealthy widow, Marjorie Nugent. Their friendship would end in murder and the elderly woman would be stuffed into a deep freezer for nine months before being found. Listen as we discuss what drove the most loved man in town to commit such a heinous crime. 

Picture this, based on footage filmed by a TV show at a baseball game, a man is cleared of murder. Sounds like an episode of your favorite true crime TV drama, right? Nope, this is a true story. On this episode you'll hear how Juan Catalan was cleared of the murder of 16 year old Martha Puebla, and learn how police involvement played a role. 

This is the story of Viktoria Nasyrova who was hunted down across the globe, with the help of Facebook, a grieving daughter, and an intrepid private detective. Nasyrova was a suspect in three murders that took place in Russia. It was soon discovered that there was a longer list of victims of her scams in the US. Listen as we discuss the stories of the victims she left behind. 

Tie on your bib and put your eatin' pants on! It's a very special Thanksgiving episode, and what could be better than a story about the Cannibal Cop? Come with us as we talk Thanksgiving traditions, and, at the 13 minute mark, discuss Gilberto Valle, also known in the media as The Cannibal Cop. This former New York City police officer that was convicted, and later acquitted, of conspiracy to kidnap while he surfed fetish chat rooms on the internet. This is one story you have to hear to believe! 

We open with an update on the Sherri Papini kidnapping, then move on to the topic of the day, catfishing (people using made up online personas). Hold on to your hats and listen as we discuss three very different tales of catfishing, all involving professional athletes including NFL players, IK Enemkpali and Manti Te'o, and NBA player Chris "The Birdman" Andersen. You can find us at www.notperfectorfunctional.com Facebook @NPOFPOD and Twitter @not_podcast.

Join us as we read through listener reviews and then move on to our special Halloween bonus episode. We discuss childhood Halloween rituals, scary movies, and haunted haunted houses. We also have a special interview with Haley from Murder Road Trip Podcast (at the hour mark). She tells about her frightening experience with a stalker! Sit back and get comfortable. We made this episode extra long just for Halloween!

True crime discussion about Robert Rozier who went from a player in the NFL to a serial killer for a cult.

True Crime discussion about the mysterious death of Blair Adams outside of Knoxville, Tennessee in July 1996.