Episode 11 — Contracts, Clauses, and Zero Coverage

Content warning: This episode discusses domestic violence and homicide. The man mentioned is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Listener discretion advised.

What this episode is about

Nikki picks up the timeline after last week's pushback to "small podcast notwithstanding." We hear how viral moments (Dec 2023) briefly opened doors—then how 2024 became a year of contracts, clauses, and zero coverage. Inside: reconnection with Laurie "Swifty" Swift, two viral breakthroughs, documentary interest and pullbacks, a national-TV almost, a chilling FB request from Russell Peterson, DNA results confirming a brother on Nikki's father's side, the validation from Mike Hansen (TX attorney)—and the decision to stop waiting and build a studio with her dad.

Next episode: opens with Mike Hansen on Stacy's case, then the closet-to-studio build, bringing the series to "now."

Special thanks

Erin (host of Sipping on Some Crime)—thank you for covering Stacy's case and for reconnecting Nikki with her mom's friend. Listeners, please follow and support Erin's work:
• Apple Podcasts: "Sipping on Some Crime" Apple Podcasts
• Spotify: "Sipping on Some Crime" Spotify
• Instagram: @sippingonsomecrime Instagram

Do something today

If you know or saw anything
Ask for a full review and that the case be presented to a grand jury.

Yavapai County Attorney's Office
Prescott: (928) 771-3344 • Camp Verde: (928) 567-7717
Email: ycao@yavapaiaz.gov
Sedona Police Department (Non-Emergency)
Main: (928) 282-3100 • Front Office: (928) 203-5002

Ask local media to cover this case

Sedona Red Rock News — Newsroom: (928) 282-7795 • editor@larsonnewspapers.com
Request balanced, ongoing reporting and note that the community is watching.

Sign & share the petition
Add your name and pass it on. Every signature increases public pressure.
🔗 Change.org: https://www.change.org/p/demand-a-complete-homicide-investigation-for-the-murder-of-stephanie-marie-wasilishin

Send a tip or share a memory

If you knew Stacy in Downers Grove, Phoenix, or Sedona—or have any information about her death—reach out. Anonymous tips are welcome.
📧 papikilledmommy@gmail.com
Social: @nicolewasilishin (TikTok/Instagram)

Media & creators (of any size)

Journalists, podcasters, YouTubers, bloggers—please cover this story. If you have one follower or a million, it helps.
📧 papikilledmommy@gmail.com

Season 2: Case submissions (open)

We're collecting DV-related stories, cold cases, or cases with accountability gaps. Include names, dates/locations, a short timeline, links to records, and your contact info.
📧 papikilledmommy@gmail.com

Support the show & community outreach

We're keeping the GoFundMe open to fund booths and merch at community events (like Nikki's school Fall Festival) so Stacy's name reaches new people.
👉 GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/this-is-my-birthday-wish-help-me-bring-my-mothers-story-to
Dickie Birdie's wish list is still active—stuffies & toys make his day.
👉 Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/49E74TM4J5D8?ref_=wl_share