{"podcast":{"title":"Murder Files Unsealed","slug":"murder-files-unsealed-6698983","podcast_index_feed_id":6698983,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6017387/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/85b705e7765fb92baea0b9e8a2deadb8.jpg","author":"AC Wilson","episode_count":1000,"summary":"Welcome to \"Murder Files Unsealed\" a True Crime Podcast, your portal into the darkest corners of the human psyche and the chilling stories that have left an indelible mark on society. Join us as we delve deep into the realms of real-life mysteries, unsolved cases, and the minds of both criminals and investigators. 🎙️ Podcast: Tune in to our gripping podcast episodes, where we breathe life into these haunting tales through immersive storytelling and in-depth interviews with experts, detectives, and survivors. Each episode takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions, from shock and fear to empathy and hope. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, our podcast offers a captivating blend of suspense, intrigue, and human drama. 🕵️‍♀️ Our Commitment: At \"Murder Files Unsealed,\" we are dedicated to respecting the sensitivity of these stories while ensuring that the voices of victims and their families are heard. We strive to shed light on the relentless pursuit of justice, the tireless efforts of law enforcement, and the resilience of survivors. Our content is meticulously researched, and we approach each case with empathy and integrity. Join us on this ca…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-25T16:22:53.217409+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983"},"episode":{"title":"A Package Bomb Blew Apart a California Spa. Then a Love Triangle Led Detectives to the Killer","slug":"a-package-bomb-blew-apart-a-california-spa-then-a-love-triangle-led-detectives-to-the-killer","published_at":"2026-07-04T21:17:30+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/a-package-bomb-blew-apart-a-california-spa-then-a-love-triangle-led-detectives-to-the-killer","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-package-bomb-blew-apart-a-california-spa-then-a-love-triangle-led-detectives-to-the-killer--72821852","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72821852/the_aliso_viejo_spa_bombing.mp3","summary":"The episode details the 2018 Aliso Viejo spa bombing, a targeted attack that killed business owner Ildiko Krajnyak and severely injured two others. Investigators uncovered a volatile background involving a love triangle and financial ties between the victim and her former partner, Stephen Beal. Despite his attempts to mislead authorities with eccentric behavior and claims of innocence, forensic evidence and surveillance footage linked Beal to the construction of the sophisticated package bomb. The narrative explores the extensive multi-agency investigation and the pivotal role of a confidential informant in building the federal case. Ultimately, the sources chronicle the legal proceedings that culminated in Beal’s conviction and life sentence for using a weapon of mass destruction. This tragic account serves as a study of how personal betrayal and unchecked jealousy can escalate into a calculated act of domestic terrorism. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed--6017387/support . This episode includes AI-generated content.","meta_description":"The episode details the 2018 Aliso Viejo spa bombing, a targeted attack that killed business owner Ildiko Krajnyak and severely injured two others. Invest…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2206,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/episodes/a-package-bomb-blew-apart-a-california-spa-then-a-love-triangle-led-detectives-to-the-killer/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/a-package-bomb-blew-apart-a-california-spa-then-a-love-triangle-led-detectives-to-the-killer.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}