Cleveland County Valentine

Episode 12: Someone Everybody Knows

Featuring Dr. Chandra Cleveland, former sheriff's deputy and founder of SHE Investigations, this episode takes a focused look at the Asha Degree case through her 40+ years of law enforcement experience.

Episode 11: Innocent Transfer

This episode explores how indirect DNA evidence has complicated the Asha Degree case, echoing the wrongful conviction of Mark Carver and revealing why charges in Cleveland County remain elusive. Featuring special guest, former forensic expert Dr. James Caldwell.

Episode 10: Call to Action: When the Night Takes a Child

In Episode 10, we cover the September 2024 developments in Asha Degree’s case and speak with Shari Doherty of Child Find of America about runaway youth and the urgent need for awareness.

Episode 9: A Town Haunted by Questions

Decades later, Shelby is still haunted by false leads, shifting narratives, and lingering doubts—while a longtime resident reflects on how the town remembers Asha Degree. Sources: Charlotte Observer, Shelby Star, News Nation

Episode 8: The Runaway, The Bookbag, and the Abduction

18 months after Asha Degree disappeared, a contractor stumbled upon her bookbag, miles away from where she was last seen. This episode unpacks the details surrounding its discovery, the rumors that followed, and why the response to Asha’s case differed so drastically from other missing children in the area. If you have information about Asha’s case or would like to be featured as a guest, please contact us: ⁠⁠trueadvocateinc@gmail.com⁠⁠. Sources: Shelby Star Charlotte Observer Boston Globe USA Today