Carol Costello Presents: The God Hook Podcast

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In Season Two of her true crime series, The God Hook, journalist Carol Costello investigates the complex case of the Ohio Craigslist Killings—and in doing so, unearths the untold story of the crimes that preceded the murders—and the victims who’ve never received justice. Richard Beasley was convicted of murdering three men and attempting to kill a fourth in the fall of 2011, but before that heinous spree, authorities were building a human trafficking case against him. Now, working with the case's prosecutor, a county sheriff, and many closely involved sources, Carol examines previously unknown details of Beasley’s alleged crimes, and how he used the God Hook to lure his victims and bend them to his will. In Season One of this podcast, Blind Rage, journalist Carol Costello revisits the first big assignment she covered as a 22-year-old, novice reporter: Phyllis Cottles’ brutal attack. Psychologists call them “Triumphant Survivors,” but Phyllis Cottle was more than a survivor, she used this crime to better herself and the world around her.  Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://carolcostellopresents.supportingcast.fm/

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Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on Carol Costello Presents: The God Hook.

Hosts

Carol Costello Emily Pelphrey

Previous Guests

Susan Davis
Susan Davis is the host of the true crime podcast 'Unlawful Acts,' where she explores criminal cases and seeks to understand the stories behind the crimes.
Gerard Schaefer
Gerard Schaefer was a police officer who became a notorious criminal, known for hunting and killing women, with his crimes becoming a subject of investigation and mystery.
Sheriff Jason Mackie
Sheriff Jason Mackie led the investigation into the murders in Noble County, Ohio. His leadership and investigative work were instrumental in uncovering the details of the case.
Paul Scarsella
Paul Scarsella is a former special prosecutor for the Richard Beasley case.
Captain Terry Pasko
Captain Terry Pasko, retired, led the vice unit investigation into Richard Beasley's alleged sex trafficking operation.
Debra Bruce
Debra Bruce is the twin sister of David Pauley, one of the victims, and provided information to authorities about her missing brother.
Volkan Topalli
Volkan Topalli is a Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology. He specializes in organized crime, criminal networks, and criminal behavior, contributing academic expertise to understanding the criminal activities involved in the case.
Amy
Amy is a victim of Richard Beasley's alleged sex trafficking operation. Her testimony and experience shed light on the human impact of the crimes discussed in the episode.

Topics Discussed

true crime Ohio Craigslist Killings Richard Beasley human trafficking God Hook victims justice criminal cases serial killers mysteries victims investigation murder sex trafficking missing persons grave discovery Craiglist ad Noble County Ohio murder investigation

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Here's the recent few episodes on Carol Costello Presents: The God Hook.

0:00 13:02

FEED DROP: Unlawful Acts is available now!

Hosts
Carol Costello
Guests
Susan Davis Gerard Schaefer
Keywords
true crime Ohio Craigslist Killings Richard Beasley human trafficking God Hook victims justice criminal cases serial killers mysteries
Unlawful Acts is a weekly true crime podcast hosted by Susan Davis, offering condensed yet compelling storytelling that dives deep into some of the worlds most fascinating criminal cases. From elusive serial killers to decades-old mysteries, each episode peels back the layers to uncover the truths often left untold.



Gerard Schaefer joined the police force to serve and protectat least, thats what he told everyone. He wore the badge, filed the reports, and pulled over young women under the pretense of safety. There was just one problem. He wasnt there to protect themhe was hunting them. When bodies started turning up, fiction and reality became impossible to separate.



Join host, Susan Davis, every week on Unlawful Acts as she digs into stories just like Gerard's -- ones that look one way on the surfacebut reveal something far more sinister underneath. She's not here just to recount crimes. She's here to understand them one episode at a time. As one listener put it, this is the podcast for people who crave the full storywithout the filler.



Tune in to Unlawful Acts wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://carolcostellopresents.supportingcast.fm/
0:00 36:47

8 | Full Circle

Hosts
Carol Costello Emily Pelphrey
Guests
Sheriff Jason Mackie Paul Scarsella Captain Terry Pasko
Keywords
true crime Ohio Craigslist Killings Richard Beasley human trafficking God Hook victims investigation murder sex trafficking
After months on the lam, Richard Beasley is apprehended by a special task force.

Detective Mackie interrogates both Beasley and teenager Brogan Rafferty about the Craigslist murders.

Tim Kern becomes the final victim, though the manner of his death raises questions about who pulled the trigger.

Watch the video trailer here!



EPISODE CREDITS

Host - Carol Costello

Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey

Producer - Chris Aiola

Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte

Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman

Production Director - Brigid Coyne

Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando

Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder



GUESTS

Sheriff Jason Mackie - Led the investigation into the murders in Noble County

Paul Scarsella - Former special prosecutor for the Beasley case

Captain Terry Pasko (Ret.) - Led the vice unit investigation into Richard Beasleys alleged sex trafficking operation



Additional info at (www.carolcostellopresents.com).

Do you have questions about this series? Submit them for future Q&A episodes.

Subscribe to The God Hooks YouTube channel for videos, photos, and additional conversations.

For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts or Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://carolcostellopresents.supportingcast.fm/
0:00 31:57

7 | A Grave in the Woods

Hosts
Carol Costello Emily Pelphrey
Guests
Sheriff Jason Mackie Paul Scarsella Debra Bruce
Keywords
true crime Ohio Craigslist Killings Richard Beasley human trafficking God Hook murder missing persons grave discovery
Scott Davis escapes his attempted murder, but law enforcement are about to discover that other victims were not so fortunate.

Deb Bruce notifies authorities in Noble County that she hasn’t heard from her twin brother David since he left to take a job he found on Craigslist.

Detective Mackie's search for a missing ball cap in the woods takes a dark turn with the chilling discovery of a freshly-dug grave.

Watch the video trailer here!



EPISODE CREDITS

Host - Carol Costello

Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey

Producer - Chris Aiola

Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte

Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman

Production Director - Brigid Coyne

Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando

Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder



GUESTS

Sheriff Jason Mackie - Led the investigation into the murders in Noble County

Paul Scarsella - Former special prosecutor for the Beasley case

Debra Bruce - David Pauley’s twin sister



Additional info at (www.carolcostellopresents.com⁠).



AI Disclosure: This episode contains an element of AI-created content.



Do you have questions about this series? Submit them for future Q&A episodes.



Subscribe to The God Hook’s YouTube channel for videos, photos, and additional conversations.



For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts or Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://carolcostellopresents.supportingcast.fm/
0:00 29:12

6 | The Craigslist Ad

Hosts
Carol Costello Emily Pelphrey
Guests
Sheriff Jason Mackie Paul Scarsella
Keywords
true crime Ohio Craigslist Killings Richard Beasley human trafficking God Hook Craiglist ad Noble County Ohio murder investigation
In August of 2011, Richard Beasley murders Ralph Geiger in the woods of Noble County, Ohio, and assumes his identity.

Months later, Scott Davis responds to a Craigslist ad for a farm caretaker and ends up narrowly escaping his own death after being lured into those same woods.

Then-detective Jason Mackie investigates Davis’ story, and begins his search for the crime scene.

Watch the video preview here!



EPISODE CREDITS

Host - Carol Costello

Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey

Producer - Chris Aiola

Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte

Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman

Production Director - Brigid Coyne

Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando

Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder



SPECIAL THANKS

Kevin Huffman

Zoe Louisa Lewis 



GUESTS

Sheriff Jason Mackie - Led the investigation into the murders in Noble County

Paul Scarsella - Former special prosecutor for the Beasley case



Additional info at (⁠www.carolcostellopresents.com)⁠.

AI Disclosure: This episode contains an element of AI-created content.

Do you have questions about this series? ⁠Submit them for future Q&A episodes.

Subscribe to ⁠The God Hook’s YouTube channel ⁠for videos, photos, and additional conversations.

For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Apple Podcasts or Supporting Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://carolcostellopresents.supportingcast.fm/
0:00 31:19

5 | The Fugitive

Hosts
Carol Costello Emily Pelphrey
Guests
Captain Terry Pasko Volkan Topalli Amy Sheriff Jason Mackie
Keywords
Richard Beasley Ohio Craigslist Killings God Hook human trafficking murder investigation sex trafficking Noble County Ohio
Richard Beasley is on the lam, with his young acolyte Brogan Rafferty in tow.

Now the killing starts. The first victim? A man seeking redemption.

Carol & Emily travel to Noble County, Ohio to meet Sheriff Jason Mackie, who led the investigation into the murders.

Watch the video trailer here!



Stay tuned after the credits for a preview from our YouTube channel.

EPISODE CREDITS

Host - Carol Costello

Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey

Producer - Chris Aiola

Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte

Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman

Production Director - Brigid Coyne

Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando

Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder

Additional Music Provided by Thrumm (https://thrumm.audio/)

SPECIAL THANKS

Kevin Huffman

Zoe Louisa Lewis 

GUESTS

Captain Terry Pasko (Ret.) - Led the vice unit investigation into Richard Beasley’s alleged sex trafficking operation

Volkan Topalli - Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology

Amy - A victim of Beasley’s alleged sex trafficking operation

Sheriff Jason Mackie - Led the investigation into the murders in Noble County

Additional info at ⁠www.carolcostellopresents.com⁠.

Do you have questions about this series? ⁠Submit them for future Q&A episodes.

Subscribe to ⁠The God Hook’s YouTube channel ⁠for videos, photos, and additional conversations.

For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Supporting Cast or Apple Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://carolcostellopresents.supportingcast.fm/

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