Julia Phillips Wanted to be an Actress

[@joey_ferrari24]

Her not taking the duct tape off, even all the way through the interview gives me a whole ‘jussie smollett not taking off the noose around his neck while the police question him vibes’

[@nhmooytis7058]

Yes but was she at Subway in the wee hours on a cold night?

[@sarahb2618]

Omg. Well put! I can't get past the duct tape. It's bizarre that it wasn't removed.

[@joey_ferrari24]

@@nhmooytis7058 Quiznos!

[@joey_ferrari24]

@@sarahb2618 I’m assuming it was her trying to add some authenticity but I ain’t buyin!

[@nhmooytis7058]

@@joey_ferrari24 The only time I ate at Quizno’s I got the squits.

[@Top10sTV]

The way she was joking around in the interrogation just hours after the incident creeps me out...

[@mastersamurai7683]

I just said the same

[@margiefries5858]

Right!? When I heard her comments I instantly went to the comments section.

[@sh4rkb4it]

y’all realize that people will act a VARIETY of ways after trauma, right? like obviously this woman in particular was guilty, but y’all NEED to stop using the behavior of someone immediately after a traumatic event to determine whether they’re guilty or not. people will react in a VARIETY of ways to trauma and it’s not our place to determine the “appropriate” reaction. i was making jokes within fifteen minutes of learning that my aunt died in a house fire, does that mean i killed her? no. i was traumatized and coping in the only way my brain knew how. y’all are not psychologists, stop analyzing people like you know how they’re “supposed” to act.

[@Clayinator2000]

@@sh4rkb4it I think laughing at the death of your significant other is far different from the death of your aunt. And honestly, I think its very disrespectful to be laughing at your aunt's death 15 minutes after her death.

[@sh4rkb4it]

@@Clayinator2000 good thing you aren’t me and you aren’t in my family, then! because my aunt would have wanted us to laugh and make light rather than moping around and wallowing in sadness forever. and like i said, you and i AVERAGE PEOPLE are not who should be determining what is an “appropriate” response to trauma. being in shock, which is a real life hormone response that temporarily alters your brain function, can make people do and say out of the ordinary things. it doesn’t make them guilty.

[@marooned_space_princess]

"Julia's boutique, it started out as very fancy and glamorous, like Julia. But now it was a bit of a dump...like Julia." -gotta love Mike 😄

[@ErynRenee]

I love how Mike cuts off people who start saying nice things about him, and how uncomfortable he is talking about his merch and Patreon. The little "Love ya" at the end of the videos is downright heartwarming. Such a sweetie.

[@martinashaughnessy1800]

Ah dirty auld evening

[@JohnDoe-vy5hh]

Just say it, you pull totally shag him.

[@christikippersoff9897]

Love ya back Mike!

[@solitairestarr5516]

We love you to Mike! ❤

[@wrayewenigmann3696]

I remember the first timehe told us he loved us. Aww bless his little face; love ya right back atya, Mike!

[@detexoutdoors2509]

The fact that they let her wear that duct tape through the whole interview is hilarious. Those investigators knew what was up. Any innocent person would have demanded to have the tape off immediately, or removed it themselves

[@vegasrenie]

I know, right? It’s like Juicy Smolyay and the noose. Cringy.

[@southernrail4254]

Used to work in a hair salon and she 💯 is acting like she just got highlights and waiting for the shampoo bowl. like...not a care in the world.

[@Ajae78]

That tape looked awfully clean and straight. And why would a robber take the time to tape someone up anyway? It was all so phony.

[@gaaraxnaru]

@@Ajae78 There are legitimate robbers/murderers who have taken the time to duct tape their victims, but I agree with the sentiment of your comment. It just looked phony.

[@princess2upretty]

The tape on her hair was like an 80's hair sweatband, like it was a fashion statement.

[@sharkfinn4]

Honestly, from the moment she began the 911 call with "Listen to me carefully", I got guilty vibes.

[@melissaw7579]

I don't think I've ever heard a 911 call like that before. Listen to me carefully. WTF🥴

[@ambrr_lily]

Well, hindsight is a very compelling view of whether someone is truthful or not. It's so easy then. Plenty of innocent people act strange immediately after a traumatic experience. But when someone shows up on Mike's channel and they don't die, they are usually guilty.

[@argleblargle8083]

i legit did a double take when I thought she was laughing. And then realized it's to be crying but absolutely sounds like laughter at first in that 911 call.

[@kathduncan459]

EXACTLY. SAME.

[@tealouise8114]

@@ambrr_lily It does sound like laughing. Thought this too.

[@Galloway278]

If I had really been attacked I would have ripped that tape off my head and neck been so traumatized and disgusted by it. The fact that she sat there with that tape on her making jokes and answering those questions is a big red flag to me.

[@madamefeast4824]

Yeah, she left it on to show the evidence and make it more impactful. That was one of the first red flags with the Jussie Smollet case, he left the loose rope around his neck, walking around with it and pointing it out and touching it during the initial police interview

[@Galloway278]

@@madamefeast4824 ahhhh yes!!! Very similar!!

[@joan6096]

Exactly the police would have to stop me from taking the bonds off if they wanted a photo like that let alone sitting like that for what was most likely hours

[@deadinthewater218]

And the cops knew it

[@joshuadowdle9691]

@@madamefeast4824 Wow, I didn't know he did that. What a dummy.

[@Esiaa]

When she said 'I read my Bible' I instantly thought she did it. My grandmother reads Bible all the time, goes to church almost daily etc, but in reality she's the worst human being (talking about you behind your back, backstabbing you, and one time she even tried to pit me against my own mother), so I don't trust people who use Bible as an argument that they are good people.

[@ScarletWitch597]

My ex mother in law is the same. She’s a Christian and goes to church regularly, but also regularly backstabs and bad mouths everyone. Just recently, she accused my husband of being a pedophile just because he’s Caucasian. She told everyone how he will just use my daughter as a sex slave. There was also one time when her grand daughter had a cat, but she didn’t want to have a pet so she tied the cat in a sack and threw the poor thing somewhere without opening the sack. There are lot more stories of her being a piece of shit, but I’m going to stop right here.

[@g-zo3595]

it just seemed like blatant bologna tbh XD I just know those detectives wanted to lock her up directly after she said that

[@MermaidMakes]

That’s why I don’t make friends with the people in church or get involved with social events. So catty and horrible and self righteous just because they think so highly of themselves for being christian. Like, good job you read a mistranslated ancient book that you’re taking literally even though Jesus spoke in parables, and you tell the priest all the horrible things you did and just keep doing them …I just go for my own personal relationship with God and gtfo when it’s done!

[@333-u9o]

Same goes for my Muslim uncle - trying to rid of his sins by donating crazy amounts to the Moschee...and claiming he's a good man, because he prays all the time.. He's the most evil and vicious person I've ever come across.

[@roleplayingpain4349]

people that read the bible realize it's a placating lie.

[@travey2390]

It's so crazy seeing Mike climb from 100k to almost 1.5 mill

[@ThatChapter]

Thanks for sticking around for so long!

[@alicelopes4693]

As he should !

[@emmaw944]

Isn't it just

[@redikola9537]

I know I’ve been here from about 71k and I’m so proud of his growth

[@travey2390]

@@ThatChapter Thank you mike! Hope you have a great birthday. You've been amazing to see grow! You deserve every follow plus many more. You find the perfect balance with suspense and tasteful humour to keep think lighter but again still suspense

[@Nostalgic_1]

The ONLY thing disappointing about Mike's videos is that, once you watch them, you have to wait until the next one comes out. 😪😭 I've watched every single one of his videos, some two and three times each. Tuesdays and Fridays are my FAVORITE days! ♥️

[@ktcooki276]

Do you ever (ever) wonder if that says something negative about your life??? Like, when I started waiting on EMMA KENNYS CRIME CLUB on Wednesday and Sunday, I felt a bit ashamed!! ? What's lacking in real life??!! Maybe just me, lolz, tears!!😂

[@stanparker9556]

@@ktcooki276 No you're normal, it's the cult like people like this other one though that makes me not want to watch Mike's videos. They don't even talk about the case, just weird comments about their obsession with Mike and always some weird "not a real person" kinda name.

[@retard_activated]

Saaaammme! I so want to join his Patreon someday!!

[@georgewashington2930]

You do know that there is other content on KZbin to watch, right?

[@nixonreid8661]

i feel your pain lol

[@ozla3489]

Mike! Please look into the case of Kathy Page of Vidor, Texas! It’s a wild story from my hometown area, it even inspired the movie “Three Billboards outside of Ebbings Missouri” because of the billboards her father put outside of a major interstate accusing the police department of corruption. It’s really interesting and surprisingly has little to no coverage, she really deserves justice. I’m obsessed with your content and I don’t think anyone could do it more justice than you!

[@myamcdonald32]

Vidor, TX is also a notorious sun down town w a very high KKK presence

[@zensbleexperience3470]

I love love love that movie! Yes please cover it Mike!!!

[@ozla3489]

@@myamcdonald32 it is indeed. It has a very deep rooted history in hatred unfortunately and I hate that I live so close to it, because vidor SUCKS. And everyone in neighboring cities hold the same sentiment. Fortunately, the racists are a dying breed in this area, but they still exist.

[@Ideserveanswers]

@@myamcdonald32 how is this relevant?

[@Asiasway]

@@Ideserveanswers it has to do with Vidor Texas which was what the original comment was about.. that’s how it’s relevant an sun down towns if you do your research many of mysterious murders also relevant with the original comment and this channel.

[@esindirik4447]

I'm in love with Mike's personality. Admitted, I'm a true crime addict and would enjoy even the worst quality interrogation videos but the thing about this channel is that I click the notification immediately to visit my good old friend Mike.

[@PortCityBalrog]

All of us are in love with Mike lol

[@micheleshively8557]

Absolutely 😍

[@Queen_Kellz_1120]

💯🥰

[@quantumblurrr]

You should get out more

[@tech5298]

He does make murder and family crime so enjoyable and fun. We all need a boost.

[@aliciamitcheax6494]

The fact that she’s able to “REENACT” everything that happened, and she’s not crying, is a little disturbing to me…

[@stoiccrane4259]

Different people have different reponses to trauma but the fact that she was squarely worried about herself and didn't express any sense of grief or sadness over the guy's loss whatsoever was a red flag.

[@tecumsehcristero]

Just like Diane Downs

[@thecaptainsnark]

@@stoiccrane4259 i agree about trauma responses but the biggest red flag was the playboy joke specifically while still covered in duct tape. Like it's a costume.

[@clementine8853]

reminds me of that crazy lady who shot her kids and was joking around with investigators when they asked her to reenact what had happened.

[@clementine8853]

@@tecumsehcristero YES HER!

[@cali.girllivinnnevada8]

I just love the fact that Mike doesn’t even have to plug the hell out of his own stuff and we’re all just here anyway, millions of us…. That speaks volumes to me❣️

[@christinedorival266]

Watching mike, not only is his cases interesting, but his confidence has boosted since I first watched him when his subs were at 178k to now. He’s funny , brilliant, and when he comes out with the life insurance dance, it absolutely cracks me up. His facial expression’s are a classic n I love watching him. So well done mike, to where you sit now with the subscribers. You just get better all the time.

[@jimmydee935]

Omfg, his life insurance dance is fuckin HISTERICAL! I shit my pants laughing EVERY TIME! Its absolutely GRAND(As Mike would say!)hahhaha

[@jadeybaby007]

@@jimmydee935 I love the life insurance dance! lol 😁😁❤️

[@Findpepperbridge]

Definitely a lot more confident. I’m glad his personality came out more

[@yokobono3324]

Chill out.

[@melanienewberry2805]

I went way, way back to his first ever KZbin videos. I wondered if he cringes when he watches those first videos. Hilarious. Still so cute and charming though.

[@ksparkle647]

The tone of her voice and sense of self entitlement when she called the police gave me all the information I needed. Yikes what a horrible selfish woman.

[@ritawashere5787]

Yes, she sounded kind of Bitchie instead of desperate. The way she spoke to the 911 was very strange. She said the man just can't save money. I guess he wanted large sums of money, the$400 in the victim's wallet, just won't do. That must be why he left it behind.😂

[@paulaschmidt-ginn7162]

I've never heard a 911 call start with "listen to me carefully".

[@alsnow3582]

Since Julia never gave up the hired killer, if there really was one, it must have been her son. Makes sense she'd protect him and take the truth to the grave.

[@diddlingdoom3133]

YEP! A lady like that the police would break and get the killers info out of her easy unless the person was related.

[@MamaPinks]

I think she did it herself.

[@spitfirestake54]

I said the same thing. Her son definitely had something to do with it. He’s the only one she’d’ be loyal to

[@Ladykittyofthecats]

This was my thought too. A person will only go down that hard if they are protecting their kid. I feel that if she had done it, she would have caved for a deal.

[@DennisTea]

Either her son did it, or she zip tied his neck while he was asleep. It only takes 8 seconds to pass out from a strong choke. I think she took him outside and the beating and bullet wound were post mortem.

[@keithdevlin1]

Julia: "I get up at 5am to read my Bible. That was why God protected me." God: *(rolls his eyes and flips a table)*

[@joas3324]

Ahahaha!!!

[@agneskorea5000]

LMAO

[@glenclarkchidley3637]

Voluntary mental illness ✝️

[@stacitowery4461]

🤣🤣🤣

[@louniece1650]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jcampbell4039]

Mike never fails to make me laugh, and when you're talking about evildoers and mayhemmeries, that's pretty bizarre. He's a right first-class raconteur!

[@johnoneill7947]

And he gives the Glory to the Lord!

[@Hvhjkvv]

what about na’er-do-wells?

[@86puffpuff86]

Mayhemmeries isnt a word lol

[@Rugelacharugula]

Is that a word?

[@Rugelacharugula]

@@johnoneill7947 What??

[@unabashedlybroken6789]

It’s terrifying what people who are supposed to “love” you might be capable of…it always baffles me no matter how many times I see it.

[@gevara454]

That is why I'm forever broken

[@annanderson7]

I am just fine with being single for the last 15 years!!!

[@naomiledger1374]

So true. It's frightening what people can be driven to do out of 'desperation', whatever that may mean for any individual.

[@Alyssa-mt9bb]

No matter how interesting true crime is to me it always leaves me with the chills and like, this slight paranoia of the world. I realize the reason I love your channel so much is because you always manage to keep a lighthearted feel without completely dehumanizing the topics you cover. Which is always nice. :)

[@intrepidtomato]

Well put! Mike, you really manage to strike a great balance.

[@psychedelicpsycho]

I always watch them when I get up in the morning cuz I get up at like 3 every morning and the feels you get when watching that late is kinda scary and I do scare myself all the times lol

[@IndrasChildDeepAsleep]

Always leaves me with a paranoia about myself tbh

[@gethaunted]

While paranoia is an understandable human reaction to consuming true crime, it's worth bearing in mind that the reason there is mainstream and independent media coverage of these cases is because they're exceptional - i.e., the exception to the way the vast majority of people live their lives.

[@annamarielewis7078]

Im just happy I am able to stay home and out of harm’s way, watching crime stories on KZbin.🤓

[@mynameisnothere9465]

A big part of why I love your videos so much is that you don't edit out every "mistake" in your narration. It's so much more natural and I wish more youtubers would do that too.

[@joanjabillo3441]

Agreed!

[@MamaPinks]

So fun! 😃

[@herzkine]

Haha, no he edits them in , its totally on purpose to make him look relatable. Thus is a highly professionel and artificial product .Your media competence is lacking. Murica?

[@herzkine]

@@MamaPinks thats why he does it on purpose, for you to have fun and think this is all "natural". While that in itself shows its a very calculated piece of Media that aims for looking relatable , " next door" .

[@PhoenixLyon]

@@herzkine Maybe he's looking to get a job in the video/TV/film industry.✌😸

[@davidsantacarla]

*Tree* o’clock on Fridays is when the weekend begins. Thanks Mike! 🌲🌳

[@ThatChapter]

Have a great weekend!

[@youraunt4256]

This lady reminds me so much of my mother-in-law, down to the opiate addiction. Terrifying. She's totally the kind who would kill to get life insurance.

[@amberbanuelos7053]

Go on, have a cold one, and we’ll see you in the next one. Until then, stay safe, we love ya, happy birthday, Mike!

[@elizafrancesz]

You make me look forward to Tuesdays & Fridays, Mike. Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@ThatChapter]

Thanks Eliza!!

[@Kostadin_Arolski]

@@ThatChapter mike wanna smesh

[@AS-fu1kd]

Mike is the reason I'll never get married, or get life insurance. You've potentially saved my life Mike! Thank you! Ps. Or have kids, or have friends. Or a family

[@johnoneill7947]

Please Read the Book of Mormon.

[@PutinsMommyNeverHuggedHim]

@@johnoneill7947 no.

[@ambrr_lily]

@@johnoneill7947 Or anything by David Sedaris!

[@MrTweetyhack]

so you got a will?

[@annamarielewis7078]

@@johnoneill7947. why⁉️ to learn that a wife will wait on him hand and foot and will never disobey him? There are killer Mormons and wicked Mormon women as well.

[@ScottyPeabody]

If anyone ever needed to say “I want a lawyer” this lady is it.

[@Kiefsti]

Mike's theme intro is like hearing your favourite TV show start as a kid. You feel safe and happy, and know it's the best part of the day 💜

[@Thetoneman77]

Yes, it is like when the network played that "special" thing with the graphic before , like, a Charlie Brown holiday show

[@highandtight5544]

I was thinking this same thing Tuesday!!

[@thegreencat9947]

Like the theme song for Lassie.

[@pamelapacific943]

@@thegreencat9947 love that! Can't believe someone remembers Lassy!

[@thegreencat9947]

@@pamelapacific943 That whistling tune.....I would come to a complete halt, and stand mesmerized before our black and white television. I am 72 years old so I have seen both versions. I like the first one...not the one with Timmy. Lassie are you trying to tell us something? Oh no ,Timmy has fallen into the well.

[@kittyroars8758]

Is it me or does Mike get more adorable with every episode ? The humour he adds to such dark content whilst always remaining respectful to the victims makes him my favourite true crime guy. I love ya 💗

[@MT-2020]

Yeap, I agree with you... He is adorable!

[@retard_activated]

He is way too adorable!! 🥰😍

[@johnbarber7952]

@@retard_activated 🙏 thank you for using the correct 'too'

[@yalldontme.......251]

There's such a HUGE difference in his first videos, compared to the confidence and 'real Mike' that he is now.... Even at first when he was starting out, I loved them... But its strange it's like he was so much more stifled and less character in them.... I'm sure the more sub's he got the more he started coming out of his shyness (which I'm sure he has) more and just going with the flow.. He's brilliant, such a funny, natural comedian and a real genuine guy. I'm still dying to know Mike!!! Did you go to trinity college? 🤔 Or maybe U.C.D??? please answer I've been asking since you started off!!!! 🤦‍♀️ I'm now old 🧓 and grey! 🤣 🤣 Always awaiting your reply, love ye!!! Xx

[@tiffanypatterson6397]

@Mostly Anthologies Some wouldn't call you adorable either but like you said, " To each their own ".

[@horrortackleharry]

"I sort of knew- and Melvin knew- that his days on earth weren't long..." Classic, cold-blooded self-justification.

[@MamaPinks]

It was GROSS

[@deannajan25]

who talks like that.

[@msmiami212]

Idk what the grosser statement is between that one and “He was VERY physically active… in every way”. Who goes straight to that when grieving and asked about their marriage? The dude who said she makes everything about her, is spot on.

[@eyesopen2995]

The fact she never revealed who actually killed Melvin makes me suspect it WAS her son. That's the only person she would have any loyalty to, and try to protect. Why would she try to protect somebody who would have done it for money?

[@beccagibson5732]

The craziest part is that everyone in the city knows who done it and it’s not anyone they ever even looked into.. one of those things where they know they’re just not willing to name them as a lot of York’s “upper class” are involved in the lowest types of buisness in the city.

[@jedwards1792]

Who? If you know, say the name.

[@MelancholyRequiem]

I just assumed it was her dealer or someone involved in her drugs somehow and she doesn't want to name them out of fear for retaliation against her or her son. Or she's just so much of a narcissist she won't name them out of spite.

[@manxvibes32]

I don't think it was her son, I think it was the sons shoe that did it...maybe the son posted his shoe and the shoe went rogue

[@junemoonz]

I’m five minutes into it and the way you just said hunter, Julia’s son…my moneys on herself and her son 👌🏻

[@ironmaven1760]

To me it doesn't matter if I've heard the story before...Mike always makes them new, exciting and entertaining 😉!

[@matthewpride2396]

Nice name! Very clever!

[@Jolenesmart1980]

💯 I can honestly say he’s the only KZbinr I never get bored of ! I look forward to every episode and yes it’s tragic content but I’m a true crime /serial killer fanatic so I enjoy the content

[@fit_spoonie6760]

I agree! I just heard this one like last week but here I am enjoying myself. 🙃

[@kdi1990]

I'm pretty positive I've watched every single one of his videos lmao

[@saraholly7633]

⁴⁴mmmjffffgrrŕr⁴

[@tylociraptor8131]

Weird thing I noticed that I appreciate, is it seems usually the victim's name is in the title, instead of the perp. It feels more respectful, to what the victim went through, to not give the 'attention' to the killer, if that makes sense.

[@argleblargle8083]

I love how Mike always has the serious tone to retell the events as they were presented before investigation. Then we get a jump cut and a hearty "yeah that was all bullshit! Here's what happened . . . ."

[@pursang6792]

Wow, she should have been nominated for an Emmy for the reconstruction. Best actress no doubt!! Since she never gave up whoever helped her, I'm thinking it was her son.

[@combatduckie]

you mean worst actress....she sounds totalyl phony and can definitely not act...

[@Charlotte---]

Mike you are the wittiest and interesting story teller, but always respectful. You deserve every plaudit you channel receives. My absolute favourite.

[@kitkat031]

Agreed❤️

[@meltz2327]

This! He’s such a natural story teller! That’s what I love bout Mike ❤️

[@shouldbe4278]

“So who WAS this man, who wasn’t American, speaking in English, like she was?” 😂😂😂😂 Mike, you’re freaking hilarious!

[@iclickedbecauseiamtiredofs4630]

@Juan Carrero That is why I feel NO sympathy for dwight males. They have effed me over so many times it seems their precious m4ster who they pedestalised & coddled did them in👹. Oh well 🙄.

[@ladyboywonder9139]

@@iclickedbecauseiamtiredofs4630 WHAAAAAAAT ?

[@frankboff1260]

Well that narrows the suspect list down to almost half the world population minus American men. Lol

[@lisamh9037]

@@iclickedbecauseiamtiredofs4630dwight schrute males?

[@iclickedbecauseiamtiredofs4630]

@@lisamh9037 don't know what SCHRUTE is 🙄 but DWIGHT is their color. Gotta be creative to avoid censorship as you can tell by my username I am not fond of pasties like you. You'll also see it spelled hwyte, wyte, yte or yt ALL meaning the same.

[@evesmith5169]

This is the only channel that my husband and I watch immediately after Mike posts his newest video regularly. This is easily our favorite channel in all of KZbin.

[@avaj9519]

Loved that little wink at the end. Mike transforms from awkwardly plugging merch to a suave sign off

[@ozarklisa1199]

The sincere "I love you" is something that warms my heart every time. You're a goodun mister. Her lying during interviews is sort of hilarious in its obviousness.

[@christinac5131]

I think her son helped in some way. You would be amazed at how strong the elderly can be. I worked with Alzheimer's/Dementia residents for years. One of the residents was a small woman but boy she was strong. Never underestimate the elderly.

[@AbsyntheAndTears]

My mom is in her 70s. She is STRONG. Much stronger than me. And she's not that big either. A lot of older people possess some good physical strength.

[@reverie6034]

My mom is 90 and vicious. This woman could definitely have done it.

[@veryraregamerrr]

My wife and I have now started the ritual of watching every single That Chapter video and it is the best bonding time we could ever have. Thanks mike! At the intro of every video we say “let’s give it a goo” in sync. This is My favorite channel ever. Love you man!

[@dericmoxam8743]

ive tried hard to get my wife to watch with me, but to no avail. she doesnt like watching true stories of death, but she just doesnt understand how addicting each episode is.

[@ilikemusic2726]

Her body language is literally the quidessential lying behavior. She nods when she says no and shakes her head when she says yes. Absolutely see through

[@kvg4790]

Quintessential

[@MamaPinks]

Yup, my 💯 exact thoughts. Her body language could be a beginners a course in Body Language. BL-101

[@TheGrmany69]

quintessential*. good comment though

[@LifesPeachy321]

She's the type that thinks she's the bell of the ball / life of the party...look at me...look at me! 66 but still thinks she 20 and that the men are still ogling her. Obviously she doesn't have a mirror!

[@SpringHWhipple]

That's exactly what I was thinking, too!

[@Jennylouise87]

It was probably her son. That's why she protected him to the end. Just because a retired cop gave him an alibi doesn't mean much. Hope his family finds justice and peace. Love ya too Mike!

[@larapalma3744]

I think so

[@vulekv93]

They tested him for DNA too, it's not just that cop's alibi. But yeah, it is probably him.

[@Pengi_SMILES]

My thought was that he arranged it with a killer for hire on her behalf, she doesn't seem like she'd have the wherewithal to do that herself and not mess up.

[@teridemedeiros975]

My thoughts exactly!!!

[@edloki3057]

Its just an indication that she's a narcissist. Being a narcissist isn't an indication of guilt. Other factors should determine her guilt.

[@jennifergreenwood7123]

Interesting that it's not discussed how she was able to make the phone call to 911, or did I miss that? Thank you, Mike! I've been watching since the beginning!

[@quoththeraven3985]

6:20

[@pumibel1720]

I was struck by the fact that she doesn't mention any violence in the 911 call, just that she had been robbed (which wasn't true either). First thing out of her mouth should have been "my partner was attacked and needs an ambulance!".

[@verabolton]

And how calm she was at the beginning, then remembered to present some fake crying.

[@jennifergreenwood7123]

@@quoththeraven3985 Thank you!

[@CSDonohue11]

She was probably going crazy , getting delusional from lack of blood and the actual shock of the incident

[@CJ-ot9zh]

I love this channel. Mike does a great job combining commentary, opinion, footage, and humour. The editing is seamless at this point. Especially when how you talk about murder is always very sensitive. To watch the growth of this channel has been amazing. I’ll definitely be around until the end.

[@SinDesigns]

He strikes a flawless balance of all of those qualities 🤩Some people were just born to do this and Mike has certainly found his density… I mean, his destiny 😉

[@emilysmart628]

Mike seemed sad at the end and didn't seem to want to advertise his merch, bless him I hope he's okay

[@TheBanana93]

He has a thing that is very rare now days. Integrity. Nothing wrong with plugging a tiny bit of merch but a lot of people see that as sell outs. If he did "Thank our sponsor raid shadow legends" he would lose a lot of subs

[@btnhstillfire]

No he doesnt. Dont say shit like this. If he was going through something seeing ppl ask about it always makes things worse. If you dont understand that then you will never understand drepression. Asking how someone is doing can have the reverse effect you are going for.

[@theresanolan1157]

@@btnhstillfire the easily offended brigade,, get a grip

[@_Y.Not_]

@@theresanolan1157 you are losing your grip on reality, not healthy

[@carrielange2692]

I've cared for elderly people. You'd be surprised what physical feats they can accomplish. I'm not saying she did it, but I wouldn't be surprised if she did, either. If she did have an accomplice, there are very few people a person would keep their trap shut for. A child is one of the very very few that a mother would be able to stay silent to protect.

[@annemariebuckley4551]

I totally agree. I used to visit a relative in a nursing home, there was a tiny frail old lady that used to be curled up with arthritis on a chair. One day she was in a foul mood and lashed out if anyone got near. Unfortunately someone did go near and Unbelievably she suddenly launched a nearby table through the air at the unsuspecting victim! If I hadn’t seen it with my own eyes I never would have believed it. They can possess incredible strength!

[@annamarielewis7078]

My mother is 94, 💜💜💜 and she walks five miles daily, and can move furniture, carry groceries, and drive me crazy. 💜💜💜 She will probably outlive me.🤣😂🤣💜💜💜

[@dariadavies256]

My mother has worked in care homes for years and I completely agree with you. Not every elderly person is weak and extremely fragile!

[@Srarlight1212]

My mom was the gentlest person you could ever meet until a few years of having Parkinson's/Dementia. She stopped being able to walk and was extremely frail from not being able to swallow or get adequate nutrients. One day she apparently got up and put her arm over the nurses counter and knocked the computers to the floor. In her room she was somehow able to pull every single piece of clothing as well as the closet rod to tue floor several times and start packing. She was so tiny and noone could figure out where the strength came from. By her head was a box worh a bell for the nurse. Mom was always ably to pull it from the wall. The elderly can surprise you with the strength they do have even when they do look so fragile.

[@sophieshapeless3901]

curious what they offered her (if anything) to give a name..

[@DaBeanieBaby]

As a North Carolinian, when you called South Carolina the ‘Down Carolina’ it made my heart so happy

[@marissamace2329]

right cause this case would have gone so differently up there as here it is all about who you know. and you cousin is the judge.....

[@katiemilady4232]

I was wearing my TC tshirt when I got hit by a car last weekend. The staff at the hospital was asking what is TC. I explained. You have more followers lol ⚘ we love ya too Mike!

[@heathersvanity8648]

Glad you're okay!

[@candikretz8526]

Glad ur ok as well. I hope the shirt isn't bad luck. The next time u wear it, if something bad happens, i'd get some sage and cleanse it 😂

[@katiemilady4232]

@@candikretz8526 I am happy to report when I had it on this past Sunday, I won $100 on a scratch off! 🥂👍 Thanks for the well wishes!! ⚘

[@derekfutrell4908]

“My names Mike, and today, we’re taking a goo legger, not just any legger. You see…”

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

@@katiemilady4232 hot dog, you're a winner! Glad you're ok too.

[@marys3127]

No one who is innocent starts their 911 call with “Listen to me carefully…..”

[@MamaPinks]

I called 911 on a drunk driver the other night, they said, "Hold please" and then they hung up on me. 🙄 That maybe why she felt she NEEDED to get all of the "info" out. (She totally killed him herself!)

[@Nikki_the_G]

Right? Who says this? (other than a kidnapper)

[@Forflipsake]

Michelle of the resistance form ‘Allo ‘Allo ? Would have definitely started a 999 call off like that ☺️

[@Subarashii_Nem]

@@MamaPinks Sounds like absolute bs to me but pop off.

[@MamaPinks]

@@Subarashii_Nem nooo, not BS at all. The guy ended getting off the freeway, and I wasn't going to follow him. But, yeah, they hung up on me.

[@kristenstires8970]

I realize we’ve never met but I do consider mike one of my good friends. He made one of the hardest years of my life after a lot of loss a little easier. I look forward to your videos every week. I appreciate everything you do Mike and your content just keeps getting better. Thank you for staying yourself and I love you too.

[@quantumblurrr]

One of your good friends? Seriously?

[@lawrencelopez9839]

careful about parasocial relationships

[@cakiexcakes]

I hope you're dealing with the grief a little better these days. I don't think there's anything wrong with thinking Mike is a good friend - especially if he brings you comfort and some positivity (despite the subject matter) All the best to you, stranger. 🌻

[@_Y.Not_]

some people here have lost all perspective, seriously, its really not healthy that you think that way, get out in the real world.

[@MrRyan-wu4jx]

Saying “it was some Hispanic guy” has to be the equivalent for detectives to “I only had two beers.” Is to a trooper. Just a dead giveaway this person’s lying.

[@kitorasohma4512]

It’s really sad to me that the minute I hear that the woman was left tied up while her SO was brutally murdered, I instantly know that the woman was involved. So many awful people use the same tactics…

[@naomiledger1374]

they're thick!!

[@katesleuth1156]

Sooo many. They also forget to take the money from the person they murder.

[@charmaynebruce2534]

@@naomiledger1374 ...as a brick!

[@bonniea.1941]

She could have done it by herself, I think, if she caught him by surprise. 🤷‍♀️ You’d be surprised what people can do when they are motivated and her addiction made her MOTIVATED.

[@PiXie232]

Very true.. And just pure adrenaline- running on adrenaline alone can amplify someone’s strength 10-fold. I think that she wanted to have that final piece of power over the family, by not confessing what she knew aka that it was her. And maybe that footprint was there from someone earlier in the day or something and it got rained on. That’s the only other explanation I have for that piece of evidence…

[@boomer63]

Agreed. One good blow from behind would take care of any fight that might ensue.

[@deadinthewater218]

Me too could’ve come behind him with the zip tie and once that’s tight sit back and wait.

[@pimpindymepiece]

I think so too. Especially if she snuck up and attacked him from behind

[@bloodandempire]

I was so depressed I couldn't find the motivation to clean my room for weeks until I lost my last cigarette 😅

[@ejacobs6919]

I lived 5 house down when this happened... crazy story and shocked the whole neighborhood. Still creeps me out when I drive past it.

[@diamondleigh7280]

I remember this case very vividly, I live in Charlotte NC however I was born in Gaffney SC. The actual area where Julie had her shop/store... Have a relative who worked closely with Mr Melvin for years before he was murdered..... To see this case bring back alot of memories.... Truly heartbreaking, no one deserves to be murdered by a loved one..... RIP Mr. Melvin 🙏🏽🕊️

[@brittanyfay90]

I'm in wilson NC. I remember this case also. Very sad.

[@ZombieMurdoc]

This is the only true crime channel I never get tired of, and it really is all Mike's presentation/personality. Nice to see a KZbinr succeed who really deserves it.

[@Kiya4ever]

Hey Mike! I hope you have a very happy birthday. And you and your family have a safe and happy holiday season! Here's to another awesome year of great content! 😊

[@bigbadwoods4738]

Ooooooo he gives me total sag vibes! When’s his birthday I’m curious cause mines the 8th and I’ve never found a birthday twin 🤣

[@miriamsamaniego3335]

@@bigbadwoods4738 my daughter is your birthday twin!

[@HyperShark2013]

There actually isn’t anything here 😂😂 I used to rake leaves for the Mayor’s son and I got to meet Julia before she did what she did. I always remember this and was so hyped when I saw my crappy little downtown at the beginning 😂 thanks for covering this one

[@jessicadecoteau1178]

That "Love Ya, Mike out" with that wink always gets me, he's just so damn adorable!

[@xtina_129]

I always enjoyed Mike’s delivery of these cases. I’m so glad to see his channel grow! Keep up the great work Mike! Let’s give it a goooo

[@_am.ber_]

Thank you for being consistent Mike!

[@MissNebulosity]

Right?? So great!!

[@ThatChapter]

Thank you for watching!

[@_am.ber_]

@@ThatChapter never miss them!

[@CrimeAllTheTime]

You deserve every bit of the subscribers that you have. You haven't let the fame and Netflix cameo go to your head and that's what I love about you, stay humble and real! Have a happy holiday season!

[@dh3069]

Why don't you take about 11 to 14% off there, Squirrely Korb Family?

[@marleye3823]

Netflix cameo?

[@momfrini]

That’s my question… Netflix cameo?

[@tishamac529]

Yeah what Netflix cameo?!

[@mandyD]

@@dh3069 What are you implying?

[@apebeats6631]

As someone who has struggled with opioid addiction for several years, I can tell you first hand how addiction can change someone. That's not an excuse for your actions, but it definitely can cause a person to do something that they would otherwise NEVER do if not for their addiction, especially if doing so involves getting a fix. Those pills are no joke. You can't play with that shit. It will absolutely ruin your life.

[@nhmooytis7058]

I don’t agree. In some cases addiction just removes the brakes- the person always was the same person, they just got worse. Based I admit on 2 alcoholic parents and several alcoholic or cokehead friends.

[@joyful_tanya]

I completely agree with you. Opioid addiction is on a whole different level from any other addiction. I can say that, because I have been addicted to a number of different substances. I have now been opioid free for almost 8 years. I had to use MAT treatment. I also quit alcohol 18 years ago and was much different than trying to recover from opioid addiction.

[@apebeats6631]

@@nhmooytis7058 Either you have zero knowledge of opioids, or you're a troll. These substances, and many others, *completely* change the individual's brain chemistry, disrupting homeostasis, and quickly cause the user to become mentally, and physically reliant upon their drug of choice. Once you've become truly addicted to any of these powerful narcotics, you'll do damn near *anything* to end the misery that is opioid withdrawal. I respect your opinion, but there's little to no truth in what you've said, and you should really consider what you're going to say ahead of time, and do some fact checking before you post.

[@nhmooytis7058]

@@apebeats6631 I’ve gone cold turkey off Xanax. It’s not fun or for emotional weaklings. I save my sympathy for the people who have to deal with addicts, in personal relationships or as victims of their crimes. So save your WOMP WOMP for someone who cares. Note I am not talking about people who take opioids for pain, just the fun seekers.

[@charmaynebruce2534]

I've known opioid addicts; none were violent! Opioids are a downer; they relax you. Meth addicts, on the other hand, are classics for psychotic, irrational and *extremely* violent behaviour. Edit: On second thought, a couple WERE violent but also into other substances eg: speed, besides opioids.

[@klm4446]

Just when I thought I'd heard every murder story possible, I found your channel! I love how you cover so many stories that are in these small towns that never get documentaries made about them.

[@heatherbee4248]

She was flying so high when she was being interviewed and recreating the scene. No wonder she couldn't keep her stories straight.

[@johnrife7134]

Watching stories like this and seeing how transparent their stories are make me realize I probably couldn't do much better. You have to be insane to plan and try and get away with a murder.

[@bettiesnyder8393]

Right!? I’m smart enough to know that I’m not smart enough to get away with murder!!

[@VishusVenom]

It’s pretty easy

[@hunterbiden7391]

@@VishusVenom we got a hard ass here.

[@VishusVenom]

@@hunterbiden7391 Which is the opposite of you, according to your lover Brandon

[@YumiSumire]

You have to be insanely intelligent. And if the only solution to your problems that you can think of is murdering, you're not that smart.

[@MrSimplehuman]

Mike, my dear, your punctuality in uploading and the quality of your content never fail! Salùté!

[@lesliesteele3926]

I was making fruit dip, looked at my clock and then got the notification. Right on time as always. Makes Fridays lovely.

[@colleenhanna5383]

He's the best and he's down to earth nothing has gone to his head he's never asked for anything ever and ends with a sincere thankyou and I love ya What you see is who he really is Omg how refreshing

[@tyrannosauruslex6226]

you can't fake us out on giving it a goo 😭

[@ThatChapter]

Ahah won’t happen again!

[@tyrannosauruslex6226]

@@ThatChapter we joke

[@MamaPinks]

@@ThatChapter I'm so lost without your Gew! 😭😭 What do I doooo?

[@danilalingo9296]

Let's give it a gooooo....this saying now makes my sex life pretty weird.....thanks mike!

[@Jolenesmart1980]

@@MamaPinks omg that sounds dodgy 🤣🤣🤣

[@AimanGul19]

I'm waiting for you to cover the Turpin family! Thanks for the brilliant content, Mike. You've seriously given us a fantastic show with the quality that deserves a bigger platform. Love ya! ❤️

[@mandymoore5774]

That’s actually a rather boring story in my opinion. I mean whatever more kids getting abused, in quite less a severe way than say compared to say Michelle Blair.

[@teejames5098]

@@mandymoore5774 Yeah..Turpin's story is too commercialized now..

[@susanrobinson910]

You want to read about a different family that absolutely shocked me when I went to read about the Turpin family? Look up the Munster family case from Ireland. I read a rather long article about them, and while I don’t get shocked by much, this unnamed family made me literally sick to my stomach!

[@msmiami212]

This is a murder channel, though that is a gripping story.

[@elizabethraworth64]

We love ya Mike ! Thank you sooo much . stay safe and stay sane.

[@chefmommyful]

I love Mike's channel it is the bright spot in my daily adult duties. He's my favorite crime channel by far. All the work he does makes it worthwhile all while throwing some humor in there. I appreciate you and your channel. Please don't stop making my days more exciting. ❤️

[@curiousottman]

High quality content as always. Thank you Mike.

[@ThatChapter]

Appreciate that!

[@meredithjulianmahaney1635]

Mike, I have watched you for years now. Your style is your very own and wit is second to none. The life insurance dance, tin foil hats, hilarious editing, and self-deprecation all make Tuesdays and Fridays so much more entertaining. Thank you for your deference for the victims and ability to give such dark topics a bit of joy and light.There’s enough darkness in the world. Also, you never go so far as to be gauche, for lack of a better word at the moment..

[@masoodr971]

You gotta appreciate how Mike has the courtesy to keep his plugs short and plug them at the end. Makes me want to support even more!

[@michellebaca1024]

Your footage is unbelievable!!! The pics, interviews, tv footage, etc??

[@beautifuldisaster1646]

Never clicked so fast!!! I could listen to *That Chapter* all day long!!! Hope everyone is having a great Friday & wonderful weekend!!! Much love from this Oklahoma Grl💋🖤

[@MrJamiez]

-That Chapter- is kinda OK.

[@trevorpb16]

"Did you do anything to Melvin?" "Absolutely NOT." As she says that, she nods her head. Her mouth is saying no, but her body is saying yes.

[@flipsy9187]

Yep noticed that!

[@heatherbowlan1961]

Mike you have a special way about telling a crime story that’s very upsetting, and tell it with a respectful way of a bit of comedy, full of respect ! 👍

[@Sarappreciates]

I ordered a Tshirt "Let's Give It A Gooo!" for my husband's birthday, and he loves it, says it's very comfy.

[@inassh8685]

This has become a part of my Tuesday/Friday routine.. I don't even remember when I started watching "This Chapter".. two years ago maybe.. Thank you, Mike! You are one of the best youtubers ever ❤

[@Cwn41]

I feel like us older subs clock it by whether the tinfoil hat or Captain pops up 😂

[@ItsManana]

A town whose best selling point is that it's an hour away from Charlotte. Sounds like a great place.

[@dancingintherain4770]

Actually it is a very nice town. I love in York County.

[@Sarcaman]

This feels like a familiar story. It makes sense it was related to drug addiction - when would a murderer take so much time to make sure one person is tied up with loads of tape whilst mercilessly killing another. It's incredible what people think they will get away with

[@mlorencetti1]

Hey, Mike, just wanted to thank you for making true crime content focused in investigations, and criminals being hunted and tried. A lot of True Crime channels are focused in telling gruesome stories about death and torture, gore for gore's sake, dishumanizing the victims and putting a "mystical aura" on crime. Your approach is much more human. Keep it up.

[@LaurieLeeAnnie]

Such a cheeky start to the video.... love seeing your confidence growing! As always, very well done and much appreciated. Great to see you letting peeps know about your merch and patreon as well. Thanks for all the high quality content and entertainment that you consistently provide. We love ya too!

[@yinmaduka7130]

Thank you Mike for getting me through the beginning and end of every week for as long as I can remember.

[@scenelover78]

*and here we are😀Hit like & now watching😎* *Thanks Mike!*

[@edstevens6839]

The algorithm recommended me a video about 1.5 weeks ago. Binging since and subscribed!!

[@noon9856]

This story has to have the least satisfying end to it out of all the cases you've covered

[@tommytrinder.1226]

If she never gave up the actual murderer,it had to be her son... Phillips and Roberts.Lots of Welsh name in the Carolinas. Great story,Mike.

[@lolly5453]

Wonder if the DNA on the zip tie was tested against Hunters DNA... Cos alibi or not, that evidence would certainly be hard to argue against! Very sad case; a man needlessly losing his life and his family losing a loved one for what? Tons of suffering all round... Will always blow my mind that some people actually truly believe murder is a good idea, and the best possible option. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@marissamace2329]

it was they has a swab of everyone that knew Julia friends family even customers

[@nancyclancy1698]

Im totally addicted to Mike's videos!! They are the best. I wait for his...."I love you" at the end. He's so sincere!! We love you too Mike! Thank you, my work goes faster listening to your videos and makes me grateful not to be involved in crime.

[@JoJoTinkRN]

I’ve heard and watched this story so many times…but it’s NEVER been told like Mike tells it!! Brilliant!! Thank you for your take on this crazy case. Lots of twists & turns and you covered them beautifully!! 👍

[@melissajones6]

I love you Mike! Thank you for being a constant in my current crazy life.

[@jayceesmith3948]

How did she make a phone call if she was tied up? Also, she was loving the attention when she was telling her stories. Complete psychopath. She immediately reminded me of the psychopath who shot her 3 children.

[@MamaPinks]

Yes! I can't remember her name, but she was in the car, and she survived with minor injuries. One of her children survived and testified against her! Her news videos are discusting! "They were the lucky ones, I couldn't tie my shoes for a month!" 🤮🤬

[@jayceesmith3948]

Diane Downs was the psychopath who shot her 3 children.

[@MamaPinks]

@@jayceesmith3948 There it is! Thanks for the name of the most evil woman on the planet!

[@shawnmayo6667]

Just wanna say I live for the show look forward to Tuesday n fridays.thank for you.