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Navigating Advocacy

Navigating Advocacy

By: Navigating Advocacy Podcast
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 Navigating Advocacy is a true crime podcast that seeks to use the power of storytelling to raise awareness about unsolved crimes and bring justice to victims and their families through action-oriented advocacy. Hosted by Melissa and Whitney, who themselves started as true crime enthusiasts and have since become passionate advocates, their podcast aims to inspire action and promote positive change in the criminal justice system.

Our mission is to provide a platform for victims and their families to share their stories and be heard while offering practical guidance on how listeners can make a difference in their communities. In each episode, we will explore a different unsolved case in depth, highlighting key details and potential leads in an effort to spark new interest and help advance the investigation.Through our work, we hope to create a community of like-minded individuals who are committed to making a real difference in the fight for justice.

Whether you are a seasoned true crime fan or a newcomer to the genre, we invite you to join us on this journey of discovery and advocacy.Copyright 2024. Nerdly Ninja LLC Social Sciences True Crime
Episodes
  • Texas : Deanna Merryfield

    Texas : Deanna Merryfield
    Nov 17 2025
    In this episode of Navigating Advocacy, hosts Melissa and Whitney explore the heartbreaking story of Deanna Maryfield, who vanished at age 13 from Killeen, Texas, in 1990. Deanna's troubled family background, including her mother's alcoholism and her stepfather's sexual abuse, is discussed in detail. The case, filled with investigative missteps and lack of attention, saw no progress for years until her sister Missie took charge, advocating relentlessly for answers. A renewed search effort and public advocacy continue as her family seeks closure. Listeners are urged to share Deanna's story and help in the search for answers.


    Follow Deanna’s Story: findingdeanna.com
    Social media: @findingdeanna

    Team Texas K9s:
    https://teamtexashrdtrackingk9s.org/
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    35 mins
  • Oklahoma : April Kelly Reed

    Oklahoma : April Kelly Reed
    Oct 27 2025
    April Kelly Reed disappeared from Del City, Oklahoma in 2001 under mysterious circumstances. Raised amidst familial instability and trauma, April endured significant hardships, including being traded for a vehicle as a child and navigating life with schizophrenia. Her sister Kelsey, who uncovered April’s disappearance later in life through a Facebook post, is tirelessly seeking answers.

    Kelsey's search has revealed conflicting reports, family secrets, and possible foul play. Despite a prolonged lack of evidence and official missteps, recent developments, including DNA contributions, give hope for breakthroughs in the case.

    If you have any information, please get in touch with the Dell City Police Department at 405.677.2443.
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    25 mins
  • New York : Stephen Spina

    New York : Stephen Spina
    Sep 17 2025
    On September 17, 2007, 36-year-old Stephen Spina, a beloved father, postal worker, and longtime Little League umpire, was found stabbed to death in his Mamaroneck, NY apartment. With no signs of forced entry and nothing stolen, investigators believe Stephen knew his killer. He was last seen at 9:30 a.m. and discovered by his girlfriend three hours later.

    Despite numerous leads, including slashed tires, past relationships, and community tips, no suspect has ever been named. Stephen’s murder devastated his family and shook the close-knit community.

    His killer remains at large.


    Learn more about Stephen: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeforStephenSpina
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    37 mins
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