The Family Ties Podcast - True Crime Podcast Series

Send us a text In this true crime podcast episode, Kelley interviews Brea Glosson, a childhood friend of Tyler McMillan, a 13-year old boy from Macclesfield, North Carolina, who was abused by his parents, tied to a tree, and subsequently died 2 days later. They discuss her memories of Tyler, their involvement in a homeschool group, and the circumstances around his murder. Brea provides a great perspective not only on Tyler's memory, but on homeschooling and the laws that exist, and the laws t...

Send us a text In this powerful episode, we uncover the devastating story of Zoe McCue, a 10-year-old girl from Loganville, Georgia, whose life ended in tragedy on Easter Sunday 2022. What started as a house fire quickly revealed a horrifying pattern of abuse, neglect, and isolation that Zoe had endured for years. As we piece together the details of Zoe’s short life, we expose the warning signs that went unheeded and the failures of the system meant to protect her. This episode will take you ...

Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the tragic story of Tyler Gene McMillan, a young boy from North Carolina whose life was cut short in 2008 under shocking circumstances. Tyler's death raised questions about discipline, abuse, and the responsibility of those meant to protect him. Found restrained and exposed to the elements, Tyler's final moments were heartbreaking and disturbing. Join us as we examine the case details, the investigation that followed, and the role Tyler's own fath...

Send us a text In this episode of the Family Ties Podcast, we explore the heartbreaking case of 20-month-old Quinton Simon, who went missing from his home in Savannah, Georgia on October 5, 2022. The police found Quinton's remains almost two months after he first went missing, and on November 28, the FBI confirmed that the remains belonged to Quinton. Leilani Simon, Quinton's own mother has been charged with the murder of her missing toddler, among a host of other charges. The case is ongoing...

Send us a text After spending a freezing night locked in the garage, 8-year-old, Thomas Valva died of hypothermia on January 17th 0f 2020. Despite being remembered by those at his school as a “tender, loving boy who made tremendous gains” during his time as a student, this sweet child’s life was intentionally ended by the two people meant to take care of him. Help keep his memory alive by learning about Thomas' story and sharing it with a friend. https://www.thefamilytiespodcast.com/the-thom...