{"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":"Travel Blogger Vanishes on Her Birthday Trip","slug":"travel-blogger-vanishes-on-her-birthday-trip","published_at":"2026-05-25T22:14:12+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/travel-blogger-vanishes-on-her-birthday-trip","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/murder-files-unsealed-6698983","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/travel-blogger-vanishes-on-her-birthday-trip--72159935","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72159935/the_fatal_airbnb_stay_of_carla_stefaniak.mp3","summary":"The episode details the tragic 2018 murder of Carla Stefaniak, a Florida resident who was killed by a security guard while celebrating her birthday at an Airbnb property in Costa Rica. It recounts her vibrant life as an energetic athlete and women's rights advocate, contrasting her positive spirit with the brutal circumstances of her death during a power outage. The source examines the criminal investigation and subsequent trial, highlighting the family's dissatisfaction with the sixteen-year sentence handed to her attacker. Furthermore, the narrative explores the legal repercussions for short-term rental platforms and the ongoing fight for accountability in the tourism industry. By focusing on the family's \"Finding Carla\" campaign, the episode emphasizes the broader implications for solo female travelers and the necessity of rigorous background checks. Ultimately, it serves as both a memorial to Stefaniak’s resilience and a call for systemic safety reforms to protect international tourists. 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 tragic 2018 murder of Carla Stefaniak, a Florida resident who was killed by a security guard while celebrating her birthday at an…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2285,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/murder-files-unsealed-6698983/episodes/travel-blogger-vanishes-on-her-birthday-trip/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/travel-blogger-vanishes-on-her-birthday-trip.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}