Always Bev - The Ripple Effect: Recent Episodes
Barb Jordan
Season 1 is true crime and focuses on Beverly Jordan and her fiancé that was "too good to be true.' The following seasons educate on safety within various platforms of life with experts, leaders and victims sharing their experience on topics of sex trafficking, domestic abuse, active shooters and more. Each episode provides an understanding on how to watch and interpret behavior and the warning signs and cues that enable us to predict violent behavior. This podcast will empower you with awareness and life changing ability to stay safe!
What seemed like just another zoom call escalated into something far more disturbing and life changing. In this gripping episode we explore how digital connections and in person encounters can blur dangerous boundaries - and how attention, obsession and access can evolve into the dangerous pattern of stalking.
Support the show
Give us a follow on Instagram at always_bev
An interview with Ken Barshop, who spent 31 years as a prosecutor and another 20 years as a defender. An interesting listen as he describes the one piece of evidence that helped lead to convictions. Some of his biggest cases included The Sandwich Shop Murders, the trial of Sandi Nievas, and the 1988 murder of Beverly Jordan.
Support the show
Give us a follow on Instagram at always_bev
Season 8 kicks off with a cold case about Sarm Heslop, who was last seen in the nighttime with her boyfriend Ryan Bane loading onto a Dingy to apparently return to his boat in the Virgin Islands.
2 long time friends of Sarm join the interview to provide insight on Sarm and their perspective of the events that followed when Ryan reported Sarm missing from his catamaran, Siren Song.
Support the show
Give us a follow on Instagram at always_bev
This episode is one of the most educational pieces for teaching fundamentals for how to stay safe. The victim Laken Riley, is discussed, followed by the importance of intuition, using our voice, and recognizing the words that some use as a tactic, for us to let our guard down.
Support the show
Mom's, daughters, sisters, friends, aunts, partners, girlfriends...and YOU! Get empowered with life skills and tactics to stay safe. This women's master class on personal safety has a release date on 3/5/24. It includes 5 chapters and over 20 lessons on situational awareness and provides specific skills on how to stay safe with social events, ride share, relationships, threats with a weapon, online dating, the importance of intuition and more! Check out www.alwaysbev.com and click online courses.
staysafe #bevigilant
Part III of a true crime story about how an online dating experience challenged and threatened a victim for her sanity and her safety. This story hits all ends of the spectrum and spirals quickly into a no way out situation.
Support the show
Mom's, daughters, sisters, friends, aunts, partners, girlfriends...and YOU! Get empowered with life skills and tactics to stay safe. This women's master class on personal safety has a release date on 3/5/24. It includes 5 chapters and over 20 lessons on situational awareness and provides specific skills on how to stay safe with social events, ride share, relationships, threats with a weapon, online dating, the importance of intuition and more! Check out www.alwaysbev.com and click online courses.
staysafe #bevigilant
Part II in a true crime story about how an online dating experience challenged and threatened a victim for her sanity and her safety.
Support the show
Mom's, daughters, sisters, friends, aunts, partners, girlfriends...and YOU! Get empowered with life skills and tactics to stay safe. This women's master class on personal safety has a release date on 3/5/24. It includes 5 chapters and over 20 lessons on situational awareness and provides specific skills on how to stay safe with social events, ride share, relationships, threats with a weapon, online dating, the importance of intuition and more! Check out www.alwaysbev.com and click online courses.
staysafe #bevigilant
A true crime story about how an online dating experience challenged and threatened a victim for her sanity and her safety.
Support the show
Mom's, daughters, sisters, friends, aunts, partners, girlfriends...and YOU! Get empowered with life skills and tactics to stay safe. This women's master class on personal safety has a release date on 3/5/24. It includes 5 chapters and over 20 lessons on situational awareness and provides specific skills on how to stay safe with social events, ride share, relationships, threats with a weapon, online dating, the importance of intuition and more! Check out www.alwaysbev.com and click online courses.
staysafe #bevigilant
It's a challenge and an emotional journey when dealing with trauma, especially when you don't have the tools. Carrie Hill shares her traumatic event and the detrimental ripple effect of keeping it secret.
Support the show
Diving into the atmophere of a men's locker room and the lack of boundaries for things that men discuss about their sexual experiences. Various scenarios become problematic when peer pressure wins.
Support the show
Aggressive behavior on a young teen's first sexual experience, left her stunned in how quickly it unraveled and how his manipulation provided him other opportunitites for sexual assault.
The sudden and shocking death of Angela Craig, whose husband purchased cyanide and performed internet searches, on how much poison it would take... to kill a human.
The plan was already in his head when the night was planed with this model and their friends . Concert, alcohol and a little walk and talk on the beach.
This episode releases exactly 34 years to the day of Beverly Jordan's murder. A guest host interviews Barb, who shares her thoughts on the ripple effect within this tragedy.
Shan Foster stars as a guest, and speaks about violence against women as well as other injustices, and provides his insight on what it takes to bring change.
When college student, Lauren McCluskey, was charmed by the bouncer at a local bar, her life quickly unraveled into danger with his control, manipulation and deception.
Surviving a violent assault is much more than physically making it through the attack. This young woman shares her story about jogging on a trail and the atmosphere leading up to becoming a victim. She discusses her journey through trauma and the effects it has had on her life and how she has found several avenues of support to work her way to healing.
Eliza Fletcher was jogging at 4:30 in the morning when a car pulled up beside her, forced her into the car and eventually killed her. This episode highlights some of the details of her story as well as violence against women and the actions women can take to stay safe.
The fairy tale beginning in this relationship took a turn for the worst as control, manipulation and isolation reared it's ugly head.
A survivor from the July 4th, Highland Park mass shooting shares her events from the first time she heard the gun shots to the support she has received following that tragic day.
An interview with a retired special agent and an expert in child exploitation shares her experience and helps identify child predators- who they can be and how they operate.
The best friend of Susan Powell, Kiirsi Hellewell, takes us through the moments when she heard the news that her best friend was missing and the ripple effect of events that followed to find her friend Susan.
Susan Cox met Josh Powell at a church function and they were quickly engaged and then married, all within 6 months. Swiftly, the honeymoon phase ended and strange incidents developed with in -laws, family and friends. This interview with Susan Powell's best friend, Kiirsi Hellewell, sheds light on the control, manipulation and intimidation that all led up to her mysterious disappearance.
Lena Cebula, who escaped sex trafficking, tells her story about her vulnerability and the person who recruited her with promises of a job. She discusses the well oiled machine within trafficking and how they maintained a low key profile as she was moved from one location to another while being taken into a world of darkness.
A survivor of the Borderline Mass Shooting shares her experience about how her night unfolded at the Borderline Bar and Grill in Thousand Oaks, Ca. She describes the scene and how one of the safest cities in America was targeted by one of their very own.
She met a a normal looking guy using an online dating app. This woman shares her story about the ins and outs of Crypto currency and how she lost hundreds of thousands of dollars following his guidance.
Seymour Josephson, the father of Sami Josephson, bravely talks about the events leading up to his daughter's kidnapping and tragic death, by the killer who posed as an UBER driver. He also discusses the actions their family has taken to educate others on the skills to stay safe with ride share.
When a 24 year old male dated a 17 year old girl, all those that met him were never concerned for her safety. However, behind closed doors his kind nature changed into somebody completely different and terrifying.
Brittany Ransom, Co-Host of When Killers Get Caught, gives us a look inside her thought process with years of studying true crime and the warning signs that stand out in every day interactions.
On the anniversary of Bev's death, this episode takes a look back into the manipulation, warning signs and evil acts of this killer.
Moose Moore shares his expertise on indicators to identify individuals that may be active shooters, terrorists or have the intent to use violence with a gun. He even provides tips for how to disarm a gunman, if we were ever faced with a situation that demanded us to fight for our life.
With the disturbing news of the homicide of Gabby Petito, Moose Moore joins host Barb Jordan, as they review case findings and the warning signs that led to this tragic event.
An interview with a woman that discloses the attention and affection from her former teacher. After years of grooming and guilt she shares the mysterious invitation he offered her to a location that could change her life.
A defining moment when a mom and her daughter are followed on an isolated street. The story reflects on how they interacted just hours earlier and how his actions sparked her intuition and fear to fight at all cost.
Gillian shares her experience about being taunted with violent threats by members of the football team outside her dorm, during her first week on a college campus.
With a mission in life to help others, Dr Chad Wetterneck, Psychologist at Rogers Behavioral Health, provides key issues about those that have been through a traumatic experience. He recommends different treatments for trauma, the actions that may occur for those that have not dealt with the impact and how being treated can provide a healthier environment for life.
2 experts discuss the awareness and the plans we should have for our family and friends in our daily lives, including our most frequented locations for our routines. They highlight daily awareness skills that we should apply and identify indicators that are warning signs of somebody dangerous. They also provide specific actions we should take if ever in the middle of an active shooting.
A woman's intuition is manipulated by a predator who plays on her kindness with his charm, good looks and an offer to be helpful.
Advocate Stacey Dorenfeld, highlights the warning signs for sex trafficking and provides facts and stories about how quickly and easily young people are taken into a life of slavery. She also provides insight on how victims can get help, and what we can watch for to identify and save those that have been lured into this heinous industry.
Former U.S. Short Track Speed Skating star, Bridie Farrell, uses her voice as she reveals her story of how a four time Olympic Speed Skater, Andy Gabel, began to do her favors, isolate her, and how he used his power to sexually abuse her when she was 15 years old. It is an incredible story of how, at a young age, she knew something was not right. Listen to the journey she took not only to realize she was a victim, but how and when she spoke up, and what she is doing now to help educate others to stop sexual abuse towards children.
Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and Fighter Pilot, Moose Moore, returns as a guest and discusses the problem in society on why some men have violent actions towards women. With his predictive profiling experience he shares the impact of disrespectful learned behavior, derogatory language, peer pressure and the influence of pornography and how they can all create a negative influence on a young boys mind as he develops into a man. He shares rules that his family has instilled, as an example for other families to become actively involved with their son's life.
Your home is the place where you should feel safe. An interview with this 30 year LAPD veteran and retired Sergeant reveals the tricks of the trade for keeping your family safe at home. Learning to identify unusual activity and what to do if you see something that is out of the ordinary, can empower you to stay a step ahead of possible crime. Get in tune with what to do when somebody knocks on your door as well as how much information you should share with workers who enter or work around your home, esepcially those that you have known for years. Learn tactics to keep your home secure.
An interview with Miyo Strong, Jiu Jitsu World Master Champion who speaks about the importance of self defense and also the many different ways that we can survive.
Strong is the Program Director for the Elizabeth Smart Foundation and helps build empowerment through her own personal experience, coaching and the Smart Defense program.
A former college student and All American athlete shares her story about coming home for lunch after class and finding somebody at her doorstep. The story travels from one extreme of calm to another when his presence was explained away, with what sounded like good reasoning.
Intuition and warning signs were prevalent as this chilling and detailed interview reveals tactical planning on how a predator stalked a residence for weeks, waiting for the perfect opportunity to manipulate and control three women. It contains very descriptive content of the night that they were terrorized and assaulted. This episode contains explicit material.
An interview with retired LAPD Sergeant, Stacy Lim. Stacy shares her life changing event of a violent confrontation with a gunman in her own driveway. She shares the importance of having a plan, and taking your mind to the "what if a predator attacks" scenarios, so we can be better prepared. This episode provides many tips for awareness skills that can be applied to everyday routines.
An inspiring interview with Mandie Perez, a professional softball player who shares her story about dating a star athlete on campus. She describes the "honeymoon phase," and how soon after her relationship was filled with intensity, manipulation, and abuse. This courageous interview will inspire many to realize that how we are treated, matters. Mandie emphasizes the importance to trust our intuition and to remember that we were raised with values and ethics and not to live in a life of fear. Her strength and faith to realize that there was a way out, will empower others.
History reveals that people use these apps with the hopes of falling in love while others take a different angle. This interview provides insight on the things people can do to stay safe when using online dating apps as well as when meeting their matches for dates. Learn steps you can take to prevent pretenders from weaving their way into your life.
An expert on Sex Trafficking, Chris Lim provides details on how sex traffickers target their victims through the internet. He provides details on how sex traffickers work to befriend their victims and the techniques they use to manipulate, control and contain them. He also provides recources that are availble and the importance of accurate awareness so that we can help others stay safe.
Barb is joined by a Domestic Violence Advocate who explains what the early warning signs are for domestic violence. She provides an anology of how things can get extremely abusive over time. Resources and information are provided on what to do to escape, the importance of not going through this process alone and so much more!
A surprise guest and a surprise host, as this episode highlights on how to live safely without living in fear.
In this interview with Pattie Fitzgerald, mom, educator and child advocate, she discusses the warning signs for sexual predators in a child's environment. She identifies specific behaviors and certain phrases to pay attention to when adults are around your child. The very generous or complimentary teacher may have other intentions in mind. She also discusses how kids can let their parents know that they feel safe. Learn the universal hand signals and code words to implement with your family.
This interview with retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Moose Moore, provides the skills you need if you are ever approached with a gun, guidelines for teaching young men how to make good decisions/choices and things he looks for when sizing somebody up in a certain situation.
Season 2 continues with educating on awareness and warning signs. This episode features an interview with a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who calls attention to the distinct tendencies of manipulation for people with anti social personality disorders (sociopaths, narcissists, psyhchopaths) and the reasons that contribute to vulnerability for many people. Emotional characteristics, profiles, and triggers, along with personality traits of both victim and predator, are all part of this discussion.
Season 2 focuses on the various skills we need to stay safe. A former United States Air Force Intelligence Analyst, current Sergeant and expert in self defense discusses trusting your intuition, the importance physiologically of having a plan of self defense, and applicable tips and skills for daily situational awareness.
In the season 1 finale, the news of Bev's death sent the community into a frenzy of disbelief. Barb describes the scene from college when she heard the news. She provides explicit details about driving to her parents house and the events that followed when her parents told her that Beverly had been murdered.
Part II with Detective Birrer who provides his recollection of the events in the interrogation including a confession after the tape recorder is powered off. He also reveals a wild tale on how and where they recovered the murder weapon.
Chilling facts in this interview with the former Detective from 1988 in this murder investigation. How one man's daily bike ride turned into a gruesome discovery when the he realized the woman in the car, was not asleep. The detective provides details at the murder scene and the investigative tactics, that produced a suspect. Part 1 of II.
A brave but difficult interview with Beverly's identical twin sister Karen. She provides insight and reflects on her intuition. She recalls one of the first times she met Rich with him sporting a speedo and ponders why he would do such a thing. She remembers details on how he isolated himself when she was around him, all pointing to a bad feeling, that would lead to a devastating end.
Episode 3 A friend of Bev is interviewed and describes how her intuition kicked in the moment she was hugged and twirled off of the ground by Rich. Fast forward to ominous phone calls, including an unidentified caller, and the reality of the last time she would ever speak to Bev.
Episode 2 highlights an interview with a lifelong friend of Beverly. You will hear her describe the warning signs within Bev's relationship and the moments her intuition was at an all time high, including the moment her son was sitting on a future killer's lap.
This episode is an introduction that will provide in depth coverage of the senseless murder of Beverly Jordan, including an interview with the detective that solved the murder 30 plus years ago. The podcast will educate others to identify signs of manipulation and provide us all more awareness while trusting our intuition, when somebody is too good to be true.