Moms and Mysteries: A True Crime Podcast

  In this episode, we are discussing the mysterious disappearance of Bob Wykel, a retired sheet metal worker from Washington with a passion for restoring classic cars. In February 1996, Bob went to check out a Ford Thunderbird he was interested in purchasing, but he never returned. The only person known to have been with him at the time was the man who helped facilitate the deal. Years later, this man was convicted of murdering Bob, but Bob’s body was never found.  Get 3 bonus episodes a month plus more benefits at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast. Apple Users, click here for a how-to video to EASILY connect your patreon and listen on Apple.  Spotify Users, click here for a how-to video to EASILY connect your patreon and listen on Spotify.    Thank you to this week’s sponsors! We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/MOMS to get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. Join the 17 million members who are already saving! Start all of your holiday shopping at Rakuten.com or download the Rakuten app to start saving today. Your Cash Back really adds up! If you want to stay on track with your health this holiday season, go to lumen.me/MOMS to get 15% off your Lumen. Lumen makes a great gift, too! Sign up for Greenlight today at Greenlight.com/moms.  Gabb is offering HUGE discounts on their phones and watches. The best part? There's no contract required! Just go to Gabb.com/moms to get started. Terms and conditions apply.   Sources: https://www.doc.wa.gov/information/inmate-search/default.aspx Myron’s warrant https://drive.google.com/file/d/19dnPQbtYIR-AkBV-yX_BaqneL1tOGH7x/view?usp=sharing  Myron’s probable cause https://drive.google.com/file/d/1deRCx5GVuw4f0ndiSY1hqbXxtSFWamRw/view?usp=sharing Prosecution’s response to Myron’s appeal https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rdBJjE1gSYXbxj5348ccP4ZmQz1nUqWX/view?usp=sharing http://www.westseattleherald.com/2011/04/08/news/murder-guilty-verdict-comes-15-years-after-burien https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZhFpO2ouUU  https://web.archive.org/web/20210921025036/https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mistrial-in-96-murder-case-in-which-burien-mans-body-was-not-found/ https://web.archive.org/web/20230410033914/https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/texas-man-sentenced-to-20-years-for-murder/ https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/usedtobedoe/wykel-robert-j-missing-february-21-1996-t5233.html     

Hi Friends! Enjoy this free preview of our newest bonus episode, and subscribe either on Apple Podcasts or at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast for even more bonus content today!  On Apple Podcast subscriptions you can get 3 bonus episodes per month for just $4.99 a month!  On Patreon we have a few more options. See below for everything offered on patreon!  And check-out social media or patreon for our full schedule for the month of December for all of our bonus content! $5 Tier - The Sleuths Thank you for partnering with your favorite Moms! In this tier, you get three bonus episodes per month! The true crime content does not stop on the main feed. Here, we’re diving into the trending true crime documentaries and TV shows of the month. We’ll also be sending out polls so you can help decide what we’ll cover! You’ll also receive ad-free content and early releases! More details below: Three bonus true crime episodes per month covering current tv, movies and documentaries  Access to ad-free early releases each week! Polls to help shape what we cover on the show  Access to the Discord server!   $10 Tier - The Investigators Thank you for partnering with your favorite Moms! In this tier, you get three bonus true crime episodes per month, but you’re also getting an extra episode - this time a chat show about everything non-true crime happening in the world and in our lives! We’re also going to be doing monthly watch parties on discord - so join us as we watch that month’s true crime show or documentary together! You can also let us know what you liked most about each show, so we can chat about it when we record our recap episodes. More details below: One monthly bonus episode where we talk about anything and everything outside the true crime world! A monthly watch party on Discord (think shows like “Evil Lives Here” or “The First 48”)! Three bonus true crime episodes per month covering current tv, movies and documentaries! Access to ad-free early releases each week! Polls to help shape what we cover on the show!   $15 Tier - Partners in Crime Thank you for partnering with your favorite Moms! This is the interaction tier! You’re able to be a part of the behind-the-scenes of the podcast! Join us on one recording per month - you can watch (and join in the chat) as we record a bonus episode! We’ll also be doing monthly Zoom hangouts so come on and chat, catch up and give us ideas on what to cover next. AND you’re getting an extra chat episode per month! You’ll also be getting everything in the previous tiers. More details below:  Access to sit in on one live recording per month! Monthly Zoom hangouts! Three bonus true crime episodes per month covering current tv, movies and documentaries! Two monthly bonus episodes where we talk about anything and everything outside the true crime world! A monthly watch party on Discord (think shows like “Evil Lives Here” or “The First 48”)! Access to ad-free early releases each week! Polls to help shape what we cover on the show!

  This week we are discussing the tragic murder of 22-year-old Chelsea Bruck, who vanished after attending a Halloween party in a small Michigan town in October 2014. Her disappearance shocked the close-knit community and led to a months-long search that ended with heartbreaking revelations.   Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Set the scene for new holiday memories with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now to get your home holiday ready.  Make your health a priority this holiday season and stop putting off those doctors appointments. Go to Zocdoc.com/MYSTERIES to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today!  Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/MOMS.  So, if you want to stay on track with your health this holiday season, go to lumen.me/MOMS to get 15% off your Lumen.  New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality      Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!   Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!   Sources: https://micourt.courts.michigan.gov/case-search/court/D01/case-details?caseId=2014-147251-OT-01&tenantKey=D01-58-0632572-00-00&searchUrl=%2Fcourt%2FD01%2Fsearch%3FfirstName%3Ddaniel%26middleName%3D%26lastName%3Dclay%26birthYear%3D0%26caseNumber%3D%26caseYear%3D0%26caseType%3D%26page%3D2 https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=11023411957458366828&q=chelsea+bruck&hl=en&as_sdt=2006  Lansing State Journal, https://www.newspapers.com/image/109208937/?terms=chelsea%20bruck&match=1 Detroit Free Press, https://www.newspapers.com/image/152897359/?terms=chelsea%20bruck&match=1  Detroit Free Press, https://www.newspapers.com/image/152898234/?terms=chelsea%20bruck&match=1  Associated Press, https://www.newspapers.com/image/109183881/?terms=chelsea%20bruck&match=1  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  This week we are discussing the disappearance of former Marine, Bryan “Vladek” Hasel, and his family’s desperate search to locate him.    New People Magazine Article:    Thank you to Bethany and Jodi Hasel for sharing your brother’s story with us.    If you have information that could lead to the discovery of Vlad, please reach out to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office missing persons unit at 407-254-7000. The case number is 21-83864. You can also email [email protected] To keep up to date with Vladek’s case, visit https://linktr.ee/findvladekhasel   Research by Satori Good and Haley Gray, assistance from Whitney St. Andre (from Navigating Advocacy Podcast).   Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Get the ultimate immersive gaming experience with Turtle Beach today. For a limited time only, head to TurtleBeach.com to get access to their sitewide holiday sale! After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you. Save big and Don’t delay! Happy Holidays from Turtle Beach.  Gift your man with the ultimate grooming experience by MANSCAPED® and get him The Chairman™ Pro Package for the holidays. It’s a thoughtful and practical gift that he’ll actually use and love! Get 20% off + free shipping with the code MOMS at Manscaped.com.  Join the 17 million members who are already saving! Start all of your holiday shopping at Rakuten.com or download the Rakuten app to start saving today, your Cash Back really adds up! Whether you're gifting to yourself or a loved one, give the gift of great hair growth this holiday season! Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MOMSGIFT. New merch! Check out Moms and Mysteries Threadless! You can also get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus merch and more at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast Listen and subscribe to Melissa’s other podcast, Criminality!! It’s the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality      Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more!   Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!   Sources: Hernández Caraballo, Lillian M. “Deputies looking…” NSM Today. 26 November 2021. “Find Bryan “Vladek” Hasel.” Facebook Group. “Find Bryan “Vladek” Hasel.” Website. Moore Russell, Tiffany. “Estate of BRYAN…” Orange County Court Records Search. 30 March 2023. “Bryan Vladek Hasel.” CUE Center for Missing Persons.  Lama, Danielle. “Search for Vladek Hasel…” Fox 35 Orlando. 18 April 2022. Dukes, Amanda. “Missing Orange County man’s family…” WESH 2 News. 25 April 2022. Bullock, J.J. and Brian Entin. “Family searching for…” Newsnation from Nexstar Media. 4 May 2022. Cardentey, Jackie. “Search for missing 24-year-old continues…” NSM Today. 1 April 2023. Hogan, Brandon. “Deputies reissue call for information...” Channel 6 Orlando. 20 September 2023. Interview and conversations with Jodi and Bethany Clarifying questions email