SURVIVOR: Josefina Rivera

Imagine being held captive by a deranged self-ordained pastor. No, this isn't the logline for a horror film. It's exactly what happened to Josefina Rivera until she escaped and saved the lives of her captor's other victims. This is her story. Follow us on instagram @themurderdiariespod or email us at themurderdiariespod@gmail.com Buy us a coffee and support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mdiariespod SOURCES: https://www.oxygen.com/monster-preacher/crime-news/monster-preacher-where-are-gary-heidniks-victims-today https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/real-life-stories/real-life-silence-lambs-i-3319809 https://newsopener.com/uk/victims-of-monster-preacher-who-raped-and-tortured-them-reveal-how-they-escaped/ https://www.inquirer.com/philly/blogs/entertainment/Philly-woman-recalls-her-terrifying-Silence-of-the-Lambs-past-for-the-first-time.html https://www.pennlive.com/crime/2020/07/thank-you-jesus-gary-heidnik-house-of-horrors-killer-was-the-last-person-to-be-executed-in-pa.html Music Used: Walking with the Dead by Maia Wynne Link: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Maiah_Wynne/Live_at_KBOO_for_A_Popcalypse_11012017 License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

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The Murder Diaries is a victim-focused true crime podcast.  Hosts Natalie and Paige use straightforward storytelling to spotlight cold cases, missing persons, and suspicious deaths— often incorporating original audio from the victim’s friends and family. The podcast also includes monthly interviews about the true crime genre as a whole, whether that’s discussions on ethics, survivors sharing their stories, or other relevant topics.  Connect with us at themurderdiariespodcast.com or on socials @themurderdiariespod