The Last Clue

Hammer, Gasoline, and Betrayal: How Raymond Johnson Was Paroled to Kill

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/fan_mail/new] In this gripping episode of The Last Clue, we uncover the chilling story of Raymond Eugene Johnson — a convicted killer whose violent past escalated into one of the most shocking double murders in Oklahoma history. After serving time for a 1995 manslaughter conviction, Johnson was paroled and began a turbulent relationship with Brooke Whitaker, a young mother trying desperately to protect her children. Her repeated attempts to escape his abuse weren’t enough to stop the tragedy that unfolded on June 23, 2007. Through detailed storytelling, court records, and firsthand accounts, we walk listeners through the brutal hammer attack, the arson that followed, the death of Brooke and her 7‑month‑old daughter Kya, and the massive investigation that led to Johnson’s arrest, conviction, and eventual execution in 2026. We also explore the years of appeals, the controversy surrounding Oklahoma’s death penalty system, and Johnson’s final words before lethal injection. This episode is a deep dive into domestic violence, escalation, and the devastating consequences of a system that couldn’t protect a mother and her child. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/TheLastCluePodcast] EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY CONTENT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/subscribe If you or anyone you know have any information about this case, have suggestions about a case we need to cover or general comments about The Last Clue, please email info@smithmediateamllc.com Facebook:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheLastCluePodcast] YouTube: @SmithMediaTeam TikTok: The_Last_Clue podcast (@the_last_clue.pod) | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@the_last_clue.pod]

Mother's Day Special

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/fan_mail/new] In this special Mother’s Day episode of The Last Clue, we pause our usual deep‑dive investigations to honor the mothers we cherish, the mothers we miss, and the mothers whose stories continue to shape us long after they’re gone. Through heartfelt reflections, listener tributes, and powerful moments of remembrance, we celebrate the women who protected us, taught us, and loved us with a strength that never fades. This episode is a gentle space for grief, gratitude, and connection as we recognize the impact of every mother—past, present, and forever in our hearts.  We invite you to share a shoutout to your mother—whether she’s still with you or remembered in love—in the comments wherever you listen to our podcast.  Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/TheLastCluePodcast] EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY CONTENT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/subscribe If you or anyone you know have any information about this case, have suggestions about a case we need to cover or general comments about The Last Clue, please email info@smithmediateamllc.com Facebook:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheLastCluePodcast] YouTube: @SmithMediaTeam TikTok: The_Last_Clue podcast (@the_last_clue.pod) | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@the_last_clue.pod]

BREAKING: The Tanner Horner Verdict; Athena Strand Deserves More

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/fan_mail/new] This explosive opinion episode of The Last Clue delivers a blistering takedown of Tanner Horner, the convicted killer of 7‑year‑old Athena Strand, and the system that now shelters him on death row. We expose the stark contrast between the carefully managed Texas execution process and the lifelong agony Athena’s family must endure. With fierce commentary, insight, and a call to action supporting Athena Strand’s Army, this episode pushes true‑crime accountability to its limits. A must‑listen for anyone who believes justice should mean something. LINK TO DONATE:  Athena Strand's Army [https://asarmy.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRnSblleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeriXRrYNZMgi773SafCrTyo7brRo30JdnQ7zPfhprY3K0XkiAIxIVNNnuKXM_aem__4-Z2oA-STtQlSjXFNdU7A&brid=YWdncwHsdqWHU427ZJnFEzIGAC8-]  Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/TheLastCluePodcast] EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY CONTENT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/subscribe If you or anyone you know have any information about this case, have suggestions about a case we need to cover or general comments about The Last Clue, please email info@smithmediateamllc.com Facebook:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheLastCluePodcast] YouTube: @SmithMediaTeam TikTok: The_Last_Clue podcast (@the_last_clue.pod) | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@the_last_clue.pod]

Athena Strand’s Killer Speaks, a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Grows, and the Jesse Butler Ruling Sparks Outrage

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/fan_mail/new] Seven cases. Seven timelines. Seven families still fighting for answers. In this gripping episode of The Last Clue, Kyle and Beth break down some of the most shocking and emotionally charged true‑crime stories unfolding right now across the United States. We begin with the cold case of Cindy Wanner, finally seeing movement after a stunning arrest in California. Then we turn to the Josh Davis hit‑and‑run, where a police officer has been named a person of interest more than two decades later—raising disturbing questions about potential cover‑ups and long‑buried evidence. Next, we examine the heartbreaking disappearance of 2‑year‑old Genesis Reid, whose case has led investigators to launch an extensive landfill search. We also cover the Goodwill stabbing involving Madison Hinchey, a random act of violence that shattered a community’s sense of safety. In our extended segments, we revisit the murder of Athena Strand, where her killer now claims he made a “deal with the devil.” We discuss into the wrongful death lawsuit of Jozsef Pal, exploring police accountability and Oklahoma law. And finally, we unpack the controversial ruling in the Jesse Mack Butler case, where a judge declared that victims’ rights were not violated—despite public outrage. This episode blends deep‑dive storytelling with raw, unfiltered commentary in our signature Clueless segment, where we push every case to the edge and ask the questions no one else will. If you’re drawn to cold case breakthroughs, police accountability, missing children, and the pursuit of justice in a flawed system, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Join the investigation. Share your theories. And help us search for the last clue. Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/TheLastCluePodcast] EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY CONTENT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/subscribe If you or anyone you know have any information about this case, have suggestions about a case we need to cover or general comments about The Last Clue, please email info@smithmediateamllc.com Facebook:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheLastCluePodcast] YouTube: @SmithMediaTeam TikTok: The_Last_Clue podcast (@the_last_clue.pod) | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@the_last_clue.pod]

Amy Bradley’s Cruise Ship Mystery, Athena Strand’s Tragic Killing, and the Oklahoma Justice Scandals: What Really Happened and Why the System Keeps Failing

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/fan_mail/new] Four cases. Four families. Four stories that refuse to fade into the dark. In this gripping episode of The Last Clue, we take you deep inside some of the most haunting true‑crime mysteries still shaking communities across the world. We unravel the chilling disappearance of Amy Bradley, the 23‑year‑old who vanished from a cruise ship without a trace—and the shocking new people of interest that could finally break the case open. Then we turn to Oklahoma, where the Jesse Butler case ignited national outrage and exposed the cracks in prosecutorial power and accountability. From there, we confront the heartbreaking murder of 7‑year‑old Athena Strand, whose life was stolen by a delivery driver entrusted to approach her home. And finally, we revisit the decade‑long mystery of Molly Miller and Colt Haynes, whose remains were only recently identified after years of unanswered questions and investigative dead ends.  If you’re drawn to unsolved mysteries, systemic failures, and the relentless pursuit of justice, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Join the investigation. Share your theories. And help us search for the last clue.  Support the show [https://buymeacoffee.com/TheLastCluePodcast] EXCLUSIVE SUBSCRIBER-ONLY CONTENT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2452889/subscribe If you or anyone you know have any information about this case, have suggestions about a case we need to cover or general comments about The Last Clue, please email info@smithmediateamllc.com Facebook:  Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheLastCluePodcast] YouTube: @SmithMediaTeam TikTok: The_Last_Clue podcast (@the_last_clue.pod) | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@the_last_clue.pod]