Bloodontheleaves Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:50:34 -0400 https://bloodontheleaves.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Bloodontheleaves yes 9b0bc233-4a31-504a-ad54-676a3e791b2f Sage Bivins episodic true Blood on the Leaves is a gripping true crime podcast that delves into the darkest corners of family life—where love turns lethal and trust ends in tragedy. Each episode investigates real-life cases of family murders, deadly betrayals, and secrets buried beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary homes.

From murderous parents and vengeful siblings to toxic relationships that explode into violence, Blood on the Leaves explores the chilling psychology behind crimes committed by those closest to us. With meticulous research, haunting audio, and exclusive interviews, this podcast pulls you into a world where the people meant to protect you become your greatest threat. If you're captivated by true crime stories filled with murder, manipulation, and shocking twists, Blood on the Leaves will keep you hooked long after dark.


New episodes drop every Wednesday — because in these stories, the roots run deep, the secrets run dark, and the blood is on the leaves.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) true-crime, murder, investigation, evidence, missing-persons, disappearance, guilty, incest, law, police, death, familicide Sage Bivins https://storage.buzzsprout.com/uffs7aoe0noz1l5jch6w3l9vdxbu?.jpg Bloodontheleaves Betrayal in Jacksonville: The Jared Bridegan Murder Pt1 Betrayal in Jacksonville: The Jared Bridegan Murder Pt1 A father exits his vehicle to move a tire from the road—and is gunned down while his two-year-old daughter sits helplessly in the car. The murder of Jared Bridegan wasn't random; it was a calculated ambush that would expose a tangled web of deception, financial motives, and betrayal.

The investigation quickly focused on his ex-wife, Shana Gardner, and her husband, Mario Fernandez Saldana. Their seven-year custody battle had been described as "highly acrimonious," with Gardner allegedly expressing desires to find someone to harm Bridegan. The financial angle proved equally compelling—Gardner's access to a family trust fund contained a clause stipulating she could only become trustee if she had no further legal entanglements with her ex-husband.

Court documents revealed a conspiracy that stretched beyond the couple. Henry Tennant, an associate of Fernandez Saldana, left DNA evidence on the tire used as a trap. Wiretap applications captured Gardner's apparent awareness of surveillance, discussing burner phones and methods to avoid leaving digital trails. Perhaps most disturbing were conversations with PR firms about creating alternative narratives—bizarre behavior for someone claiming innocence. The discovery of a $10,000 payment traced to Gardner's trust account and unusual financial activities surrounding the murder further cemented investigators' suspicions.

The case continues to unfold with Gardner and Fernandez Saldana awaiting trial while held without bond. Tennon has pleaded guilty and will likely testify against the couple. Follow Blood on the Leaves for continuing coverage of this chilling case that reminds us how custody battles, financial interests, and personal vendettas can sometimes escalate to the ultimate betrayal—murder.

]]> A father exits his vehicle to move a tire from the road—and is gunned down while his two-year-old daughter sits helplessly in the car. The murder of Jared Bridegan wasn't random; it was a calculated ambush that would expose a tangled web of deception, financial motives, and betrayal.

The investigation quickly focused on his ex-wife, Shana Gardner, and her husband, Mario Fernandez Saldana. Their seven-year custody battle had been described as "highly acrimonious," with Gardner allegedly expressing desires to find someone to harm Bridegan. The financial angle proved equally compelling—Gardner's access to a family trust fund contained a clause stipulating she could only become trustee if she had no further legal entanglements with her ex-husband.

Court documents revealed a conspiracy that stretched beyond the couple. Henry Tennant, an associate of Fernandez Saldana, left DNA evidence on the tire used as a trap. Wiretap applications captured Gardner's apparent awareness of surveillance, discussing burner phones and methods to avoid leaving digital trails. Perhaps most disturbing were conversations with PR firms about creating alternative narratives—bizarre behavior for someone claiming innocence. The discovery of a $10,000 payment traced to Gardner's trust account and unusual financial activities surrounding the murder further cemented investigators' suspicions.

The case continues to unfold with Gardner and Fernandez Saldana awaiting trial while held without bond. Tennon has pleaded guilty and will likely testify against the couple. Follow Blood on the Leaves for continuing coverage of this chilling case that reminds us how custody battles, financial interests, and personal vendettas can sometimes escalate to the ultimate betrayal—murder.

]]> Sage Bivins Buzzsprout-17197251 Wed, 21 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400 861 Jared Bridegan, microsoft, Murder, Jacksonville, True-crime, wealthy, heiress, Shanna Gardner, Jose Baez, Fernandez, plot, Henry Tennon, guilty, child abuse , duval county, jacksonville beach, murder for hire, plot, surveillance 1 2 full true Blood on the Leaves: Sing A Black Girls Song Blood on the Leaves: Sing A Black Girls Song What drives someone to harm the very people they should protect? In this gripping exploration of familial betrayal, we uncover the devastating story of 16-year-old Iyana Sawyer, who vanished from her Jacksonville high school on the last day before winter break in 2018.

Five months pregnant and surrounded by a supportive family eagerly awaiting her baby girl, Iyana's disappearance initially seemed inexplicable. But as investigators peeled back layers of family dynamics, a horrifying truth emerged. Her uncle by marriage, Jonathan Quiles, had been systematically grooming and abusing her since she was just 13 years old.

The case takes a remarkable turn when Jonathan's own brother, Joseph, breaks the sacred bonds of family loyalty to reveal a chilling confession: Jonathan had murdered Iyana to conceal his crimes. Through court testimony, explicit messages, and damning evidence, we witness how predators can weaponize family connections to access, control, and ultimately silence their victims.

Perhaps most disturbing is how this tragic pattern continues to repeat. We draw striking parallels to a 2024 case in Detroit where 13-year-old Naziah Harris suffered an almost identical fate—groomed, impregnated, and allegedly murdered by her aunt's boyfriend. These eerily similar tragedies, separated by years and geography, reveal a deadly playbook used by predators hiding in plain sight.

When those tasked with protection become perpetrators, how do we recognize the warning signs? What responsibility do we bear to intervene when something doesn't feel right? Join us as we examine these questions and honor the victims whose stories demand to be told.

Have you ever questioned who you're really letting into your home and into the lives of those you love most? Perhaps it's time we all should.

]]> What drives someone to harm the very people they should protect? In this gripping exploration of familial betrayal, we uncover the devastating story of 16-year-old Iyana Sawyer, who vanished from her Jacksonville high school on the last day before winter break in 2018.

Five months pregnant and surrounded by a supportive family eagerly awaiting her baby girl, Iyana's disappearance initially seemed inexplicable. But as investigators peeled back layers of family dynamics, a horrifying truth emerged. Her uncle by marriage, Jonathan Quiles, had been systematically grooming and abusing her since she was just 13 years old.

The case takes a remarkable turn when Jonathan's own brother, Joseph, breaks the sacred bonds of family loyalty to reveal a chilling confession: Jonathan had murdered Iyana to conceal his crimes. Through court testimony, explicit messages, and damning evidence, we witness how predators can weaponize family connections to access, control, and ultimately silence their victims.

Perhaps most disturbing is how this tragic pattern continues to repeat. We draw striking parallels to a 2024 case in Detroit where 13-year-old Naziah Harris suffered an almost identical fate—groomed, impregnated, and allegedly murdered by her aunt's boyfriend. These eerily similar tragedies, separated by years and geography, reveal a deadly playbook used by predators hiding in plain sight.

When those tasked with protection become perpetrators, how do we recognize the warning signs? What responsibility do we bear to intervene when something doesn't feel right? Join us as we examine these questions and honor the victims whose stories demand to be told.

Have you ever questioned who you're really letting into your home and into the lives of those you love most? Perhaps it's time we all should.

]]> Sage Bivins Buzzsprout-17115615 Wed, 07 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2630 Iyana Sawyer Case, Jacksonville, Naziah Harris, Detroit, Family Secrets, true-crime, black girls, sexual abuse, tupac, murder, Grooming, teen pregnancy, incest 1 1 full true