This episode will be a detailed and descriptive account of the Michelle Knotek story, focusing on the abusive behavior and crimes committed by Michelle Knotek against her family members, particularly her husbands and children. Sam explores the harrowing experiences of the victims, including Kathy Loreno and Ronald Woodworth, as well as the psychological impact of growing up in an abusive household. We also delve into the efforts of the daughters, Nikki, Sami, and Tori, to seek justice for their loved ones and break free from the cycle of abuse. Despite the challenges and trauma they faced, the daughters ultimately played a crucial role in bringing their mother to justice. The episode concludes with a reflection on the consequences of abuse and the importance of seeking help and support to break free from toxic environments.

Olsen, G. (2019). If you tell: A true story of murder, Family Secrets, and The unbreakable bond of sisterhood. Amazon Pub.

Murderpedia. (n.d.). Celeste Beard. Retrieved from https://murderpedia.org/female.B/b/beard-celeste.htm

Seattle Post-Intelligencer Article:

• Unknown. (2004, August 12). Man Sent to Prison for Role in Torture Deaths. Seattle Post-Intelligencer. https://www.seattlepi.com/seattlenews/article/man-sent-to-prison-for-role-in-torture-deaths-1152682.php

Seattle Times Archive Article:

• Ian Ith, Michael Ko and Mary Spicuzza. (2003, August 13). Title of Article. The Seattle Times. https://archive.seattletimes.com/archive/?date=20030813&slug=raymond13m

New York Post Article:

• Jane Ridley. (2019, November 30). Kids of Murderer Michelle 'Shelly' Knotek warn their mom could kill again. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2019/11/30/kids-of-murderer-michelle-shelly-knotek-warn-their-mom-could-kill-again/

Nancy Butterfield. (2003, August  14). County Couple Jailed in Bizarre Triple Homicide. Chinook Observer. https://www.chinookobserver.com/news/county-couple-jailed-in-bizarre-triple-homicide/article_692c85a9-191a-52c4-bfc4-3161be0c7ba8.html

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