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S3E20: The Maps, The Unresolved and Remembered

The final episode of "The Maps," hosts Shane and Wendy reflect on the harrowing journey of this season. They revisit the known victims of the Speed Freak Killers and the unsolved cases potentially linked to Wesley Shermantine and Loren Herzog, underscoring the agony of the unknown that haunts countless families.

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S3E19: The Maps, Seeking Justice: The Hobson Family's Battle

Episode nineteen of "The Maps," takes a deep dive into a poignant legal battle that unfolded in 2014. Hosts Shane and Wendy explore the lawsuit filed by Miss Shelley and her daughters against San Joaquin County, Sheriff Steve Moore in his official capacity, and Steve Moore individually, centered on the mishandling of Jo Ann Hobson's remains.

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S3E18: The Maps, The Wellsite Witness: A Bounty Hunter's Tale

The eighteenth episode of "The Maps," delves into a critical yet contentious chapter in the Speed Freak Killers case. Hosts Shane and Wendy focus on Leonard Padilla's efforts to extract more information from Wesley Shermantine by attempting to bring him out of prison to pinpoint other burial sites. This episode features an exclusive insight from Rob Dick, a seasoned bounty hunter, who recounts the unfolding events.

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S3E17: The Maps, Mapping the Lost: The Quest to Find Others

The seventeenth episode of "The Maps," the narrative takes a hopeful yet complex turn. Hosts Shane and Wendy delve into the efforts to follow the leads provided by Wesley Shermantine's maps, which have proven to be startlingly accurate. This episode explores the ongoing mission to locate other missing individuals marked on these maps, aiming to bring closure to more families haunted by uncertainty.

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S3E16: The Maps, Trail of Terror: Beyond Linden

The sixteenth episode of "The Maps," expands the chilling narrative of the Speed Freak Killers, Wesley Shermantine and Loren Herzog, beyond their known hunting ground in Linden, California. Hosts Shane and Wendy explore the disturbing possibility that their killing spree extended to other states visited during their numerous hunting trips.

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S3E15: The Maps, Beneath the Badge: Voices Silenced and Heard

The fifteenth episode of "The Maps," delves into the troubling undercurrents of law enforcement practices in the area affected by the Speed Freak Killers. Hosts Shane and Wendy explore a recurring theme that emerged during their research - a pattern of issues within law enforcement, allegations of misconduct, and the strained relationships between law enforcement and the families of victims.

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S3E14: The Maps, Unearthing Cyndi and Chevy

The fourteenth episode of "The Maps," brings a heart-wrenching yet pivotal development to the forefront. Hosts Shane and Wendy guide listeners through the emotional journey following the recovery of Cyndi Vanderheiden and Chevy Wheeler's remains in February 2012, a moment that promised an end to decades of uncertainty for their families.

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S3E13: The Maps, Revelations in Ink

Episode thirteen of "The Maps," unfolds a pivotal chapter in the Speed Freak Killers saga. Hosts Shane and Wendy delve into the momentous development when convicted serial killer Wesley Shermantine, after years of silence, provided a detailed map revealing the burial locations of Cyndi Vanderheiden and Chevy Wheeler.

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S3E12: The Maps, A Killer Walks Free: The Herzog Parole

The twelfth episode of "The Maps," delves into the startling and controversial release of convicted serial killer Loren Herzog. Hosts Shane and Wendy guide listeners through the convoluted circumstances that led to Herzog being paroled on September 18th, 2010, after serving just 14 years of his sentence.

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S3E11: The Maps, Corruption of the Badge: Unveiling Ethical Dilemmas

The eleventh episode of "The Maps," takes a critical turn as hosts Shane and Wendy discuss the controversial topic of ethics violations within the Sheriff's Office. They are joined by the current Sheriff, Pat Withrow, to dissect the tumultuous tenures of former Sheriffs Baxter Dunn (1991-2005) and Steve Moore (2009-2019).

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S3E10: The Maps, Conversation with Paul Holes: Insights and Investigations

In the tenth episode of "The Maps," hosts Shane and Wendy engage in a captivating dialogue with renowned investigator Paul Holes. This episode offers a unique opportunity for listeners to delve into Holes' extensive experience with serial killer investigations, particularly in San Joaquin, California, an area he became intimately familiar with during his pursuit of the Golden State Killer.

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S3E9: The Maps, Judgment of the Accomplice: Herzog's Trial

In the ninth episode of "The Maps," chronicles the intense and complex murder trial of Loren Herzog, the other half of the infamous Speed Freak Killers. Hosts Shane and Wendy guide listeners through the intricate proceedings that began with jury selection on July 31, 2001, in Santa Clara County, a location chosen due to the widespread notoriety of the case and concerns about ensuring a fair trial.

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S3E8: The Maps, The Trial Against Shermantine

In the eighth episode of "The Maps," hosts Shane and Wendy take listeners inside the high-profile trial of Wesley Shermantine, which commenced on November 22, 2000, in Santa Clara County. This episode focuses on the gripping courtroom drama surrounding one of the Speed Freak Killers.

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S3E7: The Maps, Unmasking the Truth: Interrogations Unraveled

"Unmasking the Truth: Interrogations Unraveled," the seventh episode of "The Maps," continues the riveting journey with the professional Behavior Detection Analyst, as hosts Shane and Wendy delve deeper into the intricate world of police interrogation involving the Speed Freak Killers.

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S3E6: The Maps, The Interrogation Tapes: Decoding Herzog

In the sixth episode of "The Maps," titled "The Interrogation Tapes: Decoding Herzog," hosts Shane and Wendy offer listeners a unique and psychologically intriguing experience. They delve into the police interrogations of Loren Herzog, one of the notorious Speed Freak Killers, with the assistance of a professional Behavior Detection Analyst.

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S3E5: The Maps, The Bounty Hunters' Trail

In "The Bounty Hunters' Trail," the fifth episode of "The Maps," hosts Shane and Wendy turn the spotlight onto the crucial role of bounty hunters Rob Dick and Leonard Padilla in unraveling the mystery of the Speed Freak Killers. This episode explores how their involvement was pivotal in uncovering the maps that would eventually lead to the discovery of many victims' remains.

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S3E4: The Maps, Cyndi and Phillip Disappear

In the gripping fourth episode of "The Maps," titled "Cyndi and Phillip Disappear," hosts Shane and Wendy guide listeners through the chilling and mysterious disappearances of Cyndi Vanderheiden and Phillip Cabot Lloyd Martin, set against the sinister backdrop of the Speed Freak Killers' rampage.

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S3E3: The Maps, Chevy's Vanishing

In "Chevy's Vanishing," the third episode of "The Maps," we journey into the heart-wrenching story of Chevy Wheeler's disappearance on October 16th, 1985. Hosts Shane and Wendy lead the audience through the unsettling circumstances of that day, when Chevy, after telling friends she would be skipping school with Wesley Shermantine, became engulfed in a mystery that would haunt her family for decades.

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S3E2: The Maps, Voices of the Vanished

Jo Ann Hobson and Robin Armtrout disappeared from Stockton in August 1985. Robin's body was found within a week, she had been sexually assaulted and stabbed more than 40 times. Jo Ann's disappearance remained a mystery until Wesley Shermantine drew a map of the location of a well where her remains were located.

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S3 Ep1: The Maps, Shadow of Speed

Shane and Wendy take a poignant turn as they delve into the narratives of the victims of the Speed Freak Killers. This episode brings to the forefront the heart-wrenching stories of those who disappeared, casting a light on the faces and lives behind the statistics.

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