Murder Shelf Book Club Podcast

Ep 172 Part 4: The Caregiver's Game "Nemesis"- Charles 'Chip' Wallace Jr Joins Jill

Happy 250th Anniversary, America! Out early for the holiday! Part 4: In this compelling discussion, author Charles "Chip" Wallace, Jr. joins Jill to share the deeply personal account of his mother, Joell Fleming, and the shocking elder abuse and financial exploitation she faced while battling dementia. Since the publication of his revelations, what steps have been taken to address this issue? It's crucial for us to understand how we can safeguard our loved ones against such horrors. What proactive measures are our institutions taking to protect our elderly family members and friends? What questions need to be asked? Together, we can ensure that elder abuse and fraud become relics of the past, not realities we face in our own lives. Did you listen to the first 3 parts? Ep 166, 168, and 170! June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month! https://seniorcareinc.org/elder-abuse-awareness-month/ [https://seniorcareinc.org/elder-abuse-awareness-month/] Buy The Caregiver's Game by Charles E. Wallace, Jr on AMAZON [https://www.amazon.com/Caregivers-Game-Unraveling-Financial-Dementia-ebook/dp/B0FYCS2X9H] Thinking about going to Crimecon 2027? Use Jill's code murdershelf and save 10% on your badge! Jill's Merch shop is open! https://www.jusaskjan.com/murder-shelf-book-club Want to suggest a book or case? Join Jill on PATREON for $2- $4 [https://www.patreon.com/MurderShelfBookClub] and help pick our next book and enjoy Jill's SERIAL KILLER Case Studies! www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub [https://www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub] Sources, photographs, and information can be found on Jill's Blog, May 2026 [https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/05/]

Special Episode 171: Though the Lens of a Monster by William A. Noguera

In this special episode: Forty-two harrowing years on death row, former inmate William A. Noguera has a gripping story to share. In his chilling true-crime memoir, Through the Lens of a Monster: A Serial Killer on Death Row, an Unsolved Murder List, and an Inmate's Deadly Play for Redemption, he opens up to Jill about his life behind bars. While at San Quentin Penitentiary, Noguera courageously documented his conversations with notorious serial killers, risking everything to uncover the dark truths within their minds. This compelling discussion offers a rare glimpse into Noguera's unsettling psychological bond with Joseph Naso, the infamous Alphabet Killer, revealing unsolved murders linked to him. Noguera also shares insights into his personal relationships with other notorious names, such as Richard Ramirez (The Night Stalker), Lawrence Bittaker (The Toolbox Killer), and Rodney Alcala (The Dating Game Killer). Embracing a role as the "serial killer whisperer," Noguera turned his time in prison into an opportunity for growth, pursuing education and advocating for change. Now, with a law degree, he steps into the world on parole, determined to do the right thing, choosing a life of integrity and repentance. See William A. Noguera's art? www.instagram.com/william.noguera.art [http://www.instagram.com/william.noguera.art] William A. Noguera- Criminal Profiler and Serial Killer Expert [https://williamnoguera.com/] https://williamnoguera.com/ Thinking about going to Crimecon 2027? Use Jill's code murdershelf and save 10% on your badge! Jill's Merch shop is open! https://www.jusaskjan.com/murder-shelf-book-club Join Jill on PATREON for $2- $4 [https://www.patreon.com/MurderShelfBookClub] and help pick our next book and enjoy Jill's SERIAL KILLER Case Studies! www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub Sources, photographs, and information can be found on Jill's blog- June 2026 [https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/06/]! https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/06/

Ep 170: Pt 3 The Caregiver's Game 2nd Cast, by Charles E. Wallace, Jr.; "Pseudocide"

Part 3: After his mother's death, Charles "Chip" Wallace is faced with a shocking realization: Esmeralda Gomez, the caregiver hired to look after his mother, Joell Fleming, had lied, manipulated, and committed elder abuse and fraud. She exploited a woman in her 80s who was suffering from dementia. Determined to prevent the caregiver from inheriting a fortune, Chip embarks on a thorough investigation, using FOIA requests, advanced cybersleuthing techniques, probate court, and discovery process. He is committed to uncovering the truth about what occurred during his mother's final years. However, the situation becomes complicated when Esmeralda dies—reportedly. But had she? June is Elder Abuse Awareness month. This book serves as a warning to everyone about the growing issues of elder abuse and financial exploitation. Don't let this happen to you or your loved ones! Stay tuned for Jill's upcoming interview with Chip Wallace! Be sure to listen to all The Caregiver's Game episodes: Parts 1 & 2, Episodes 166, 168, 170 & 172. Subscribe so you do not miss a thing! For more information on elder abuse: https://seniorcareinc.org/elder-abuse-awareness-month/ [https://seniorcareinc.org/elder-abuse-awareness-month/] Thinking about going to Crimecon Orlando 2027? Use Jill's code murdershelf and save 10% on your badge! Jill's Merch shop is open! https://www.jusaskjan.com/murder-shelf-book-club Join Jill on PATREON for $2- $4 [https://www.patreon.com/MurderShelfBookClub] and help pick our next book and enjoy Jill's SERIAL KILLER Case Studies! www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub Sources, photographs, and information can be found on Jill's Blog, May 2026 [https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/05/]

Special Episode 169 Confessions of the Green River Killer by Maria DiLorenzo

In Special Episode 169: Jill welcomes investigative journalist Maria DiLorenzo, the author of the new book Confessions of the Green River Killer: A True Story of Manipulation, Madness, and a Search for Justice. Maria DiLorenzo reached out to Gary Ridgway, a serial killer, who pleaded guilty to the murders of 49 women, to gather information about possible unidentified victims. Despite his typical reluctance to communicate with the media, Ridgway engaged in extensive conversations with DiLorenzo, resulting in hundreds of phone calls over several years. While DiLorenzo focused on uncovering investigative leads, these interactions became a complex psychological ordeal. Ridgway discussed his past actions, motivation, and philosophy on relationships- an eye-opener- during their conversations. The resulting true-crime narrative chronicles this long-term interaction and explores the personal impact of maintaining contact with a psychopathic serial killer on the author. Do not miss this intense conversation about one of America's worst serial murderers, his psyche, and where the investigation stands now. Thinking about going to Crimecon 2027? Use Jill's code murdershelf and save 10% on your badge! Jill's Merch shop is open! https://www.jusaskjan.com/murder-shelf-book-club Join Jill on PATREON for $2- $4 [https://www.patreon.com/MurderShelfBookClub] and help pick our next book and enjoy Jill's SERIAL KILLER Case Studies! www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub Sources, photographs, and information can be found on Jill's blog, June 2026 [https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/06/]

Ep 168: Pt 2 The Caregiver's Game by Charles E. Wallace, Jr,; "They didn't know what they didn't know"

Part 2: During the COVID-19 lockdown, Joell Fleming's adult children—Chip and his siblings—were prohibited from visiting their mother, who suffers from dementia. This left her entirely dependent on her caregiver, Esmarelda Gomez. As communication became increasingly difficult, Joell's children were often the last to learn about critical decisions being made regarding their mother's care, often without their knowledge. Esmarelda began to take a more dominant role in managing Joell's affairs, prompting Chip to initiate an investigation. He was determined to uncover what transpired during the final years of his mother's life, especially regarding the extreme violation of a vulnerable woman's trust. The Caregiver's Game is part true crime, part memoir, serving as a critical warning for anyone with older people in their lives. June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month! https://seniorcareinc.org/elder-abuse-awareness-month/ [https://seniorcareinc.org/elder-abuse-awareness-month/] Thinking about going to Crimecon Orlando 2027? Use Jill's code murdershelf and save 10% on your badge! Jill's Merch shop is open! https://www.jusaskjan.com/murder-shelf-book-club Join Jill on PATREON for $2- $4 [https://www.patreon.com/MurderShelfBookClub] and help pick our next book and enjoy Jill's SERIAL KILLER Case Studies! www.patreon.com/murdershelfbookclub Sources, photographs, and information can be found on Jill's Blog, May 2026 [https://www.murdershelfbookclub.com/2026/05/]