Episode 197 - 18 Years In The Dark - The Natalee Holloway Case
Join us as we re-examine the disappearance of Natalee Holloway. A case that spawned a media frenzy. A relentless personal investigation by Natelee’s family, and a thousand unanswered questions.
Now, finally, we have a chance to return to the case with a more complete timeline of events, with answers from the killer himself.
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Now, finally, we have a chance to return to the case with a more complete timeline of events, with answers from the killer himself.
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For extra perks including exclusive content, early release, and ad-free episodes -
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How to connect:
Website
Please check out our sponsors and help support the podcast:
Zocdoc - Go to zocdoc.com/MADNESS and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.
Better Help - This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp - Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/MADNESS and get on your way to being your best self.
Hello Fresh - Go to HelloFresh.com/madnessfree and use code MADNESSFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active.
Manly Bands - There's no better time to invest in a Manly Bands wedding ring than right now. We're offering a 25% discount on all wedding rings at ManlyBands.com with code MADNESS.
Liquid IV - Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to www.liquid-iv.com and use code MADNESS at checkout.
Skylight Frames - As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $15 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to skylightframe.com/MADNESS
Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code MADNESS.
Factor - Head to FACTORMEALS.com/madness50 and use code madness50 to get 50% off.
Featured Podcast:
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Research & Writing:
Matt Snell
Editing:
Aiden Wolf
Sources:
- ABC News: Attorney says van der Sloot's confession about Natalee Holloway's murder was 'chilling'
- ABC News: Joran Van Der Sloot Confession: 'The Girl Intruded on My Private Life'
- ABC News: Joran van der Sloot pleads guilty to extortion, provides details of Natalee Holloway's death
- ABC News: Joran van der Sloot, suspect in Natalee Holloway case, pleads not guilty to extortion, wire fraud charges
- ABC News: Joran van der Sloot's Graphic Murder Confession
- ABC News: Natalee Holloway Suspect Joran Van Der Sloot Arrested in Chile for Murder
- ABC News: School Starting Without Holloway
- AL.com: Natalee Holloway's parents scoff at latest video 'confession' by Joran van der Sloot
- AL.com: Who was Stephany Flores Ramirez? 5 years after Natalee Holloway, Joran van der Sloot killed again
- Aruba.com
- BBC: Missing teen case grips US media
- CBS News: Joran van der Sloot, prime suspect in Natalee Holloway case, to be transferred to U.S. custody from Peru this week
- CBS News: Stephany Flores Murder; Joran van der Sloot Suspect
- CBS News: What to know about the Natalee Holloway case after Joran van der Sloot's confession is revealed in court
- CNN: 'Van der Sloot' Google search stuns slain woman's brother
- Rolling Stone: Natalee Holloway’s Murder Case Is Closed — But It Changed the Way We Talk About True Crime
- The Guardian: Natalee Holloway declared dead by judge six years after disappearance
- The Guardian: Suspect admits 2005 killing of Natalee Holloway in extortion case plea deal
- The Messenger: Joran van der Sloot Was Approved for Conjugal Visits With 7 Different Women in Peru: Prison Records (Exclusive)
- The New York Times: Confession Brings Natalee Holloway Case to an End After 18 Years
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