{"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":"2026-10-01T02:18:05.328373+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983"},"episode":{"title":"The EMT’s Deadly Betrayal: The Murder of Catherine Novak","slug":"the-emt-s-deadly-betrayal-the-murder-of-catherine-novak","published_at":"2026-09-03T18:38:52+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/the-emt-s-deadly-betrayal-the-murder-of-catherine-novak","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-emt-s-deadly-betrayal-the-murder-of-catherine-novak--74873932","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74873932/paul_novak_s_staged_house_fire_murder.mp3","summary":"The episode details the investigation into the murder of Catherine Novak, a mother from Narrowsburg, New York, whose death was initially staged to look like an accidental house fire. While her husband, Paul Novak, originally possessed an ironclad alibi and collected a significant insurance payout, the case went cold until his former mistress, Michelle LeFrance, confessed his involvement years later. Her testimony revealed that Paul, with the help of an accomplice named Scott Sherwood, strangled Catherine and intentionally ignited the residence to hide the crime. Forensic evidence, such as the absence of smoke in Catherine's lungs and fractured ribs, eventually corroborated the claims of foul play. Consequently, Paul Novak was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. 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 investigation into the murder of Catherine Novak, a mother from Narrowsburg, New York, whose death was initially staged to look li…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2555,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/episodes/the-emt-s-deadly-betrayal-the-murder-of-catherine-novak/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/the-emt-s-deadly-betrayal-the-murder-of-catherine-novak.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}