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This podcast episode delves into the perplexing case of Abraham Shakespeare, a man who won a $30 million lottery and then mysteriously disappeared. The episode explores the events leading up to his disappearance, the investigation, and the eventual arrest and conviction of Doris "Dee Dee" Moore, who was initially believed to be helping him manage his fortune. The episode details Abraham Shakespeare's life before his lottery win, highlighting his humble beginnings, struggles, and his kind and generous nature. Despite his lack of wealth, he was content with his life and had a strong work ethic. The episode describes Abraham's lottery win and the immediate impact it had on his life. He remained in Lakeland, his hometown, and used his newfound wealth to help others, often lending money to friends and strangers. However, this generosity soon became overwhelming, leading to financial strain and a lawsuit from his former co-worker. The episode focuses on Abraham's disappearance, the investigation, and the growing suspicion surrounding Doris "Dee Dee" Moore. The episode highlights the conflicting accounts from those who knew Abraham, the suspicious text messages, and the phone call to his mother that ultimately led investigators to Dee Dee. The episode reveals Dee Dee's involvement in Abraham's disappearance and her deceptive actions. Investigators discovered that she had taken control of his finances and was living in his mansion. The episode details her checkered past, her manipulative behavior, and her attempts to frame others for Abraham's murder. The episode describes the undercover sting operation that led to Dee Dee's arrest. Greg Smith, a friend of Abraham's, became a confidential informant and secretly recorded conversations with Dee Dee. The episode details the fake phone calls, the letter, and the eventual discovery of Abraham's body buried on Dee Dee's property. The episode covers Dee Dee's trial, the evidence presented, and her conviction for first-degree murder. The episode highlights the compelling testimony of Greg Smith, the prosecutor's case, and Dee Dee's persistent claims of innocence. The episode concludes with an interview with Dee Dee Moore in prison, where she continues to maintain her innocence and blames her lawyer for her conviction. The episode explores her claims of being framed and her refusal to accept responsibility for Abraham's death. This chapter focuses on Deity's continued denial of murdering Abe Shakespeare, despite being incarcerated for 14 years. The conversation highlights the emotional impact of the crime on Abe's family and the lasting consequences of his death. This chapter shifts to remembering Abe Shakespeare as a kindhearted person who genuinely wanted to help others. The speaker shares anecdotes about Abe's generosity and the positive impact he had on the community. This chapter provides updates on Centuria, who is now a traveling nurse, and Jeremiah, Abe Shakespeare's son, who is now 16 years old. This chapter is an advertisement for the movie "The Amateur," featuring details about the plot, cast, and release date. This chapter promotes "2020 The After Show," a podcast that provides behind-the-scenes insights and bonus content related to the main show.

Outlines

00:00:00

The Mystery of Abraham Shakespeare and the Rise of Doris "Dee Dee" Moore

This episode delves into the perplexing case of Abraham Shakespeare, a man who won a $30 million lottery and then mysteriously disappeared. The episode explores the events leading up to his disappearance, the investigation, and the eventual arrest and conviction of Doris "Dee Dee" Moore, who was initially believed to be helping him manage his fortune.

00:02:13

Abraham Shakespeare's Life Before the Lottery: A Humble Beginning

The episode details Abraham Shakespeare's life before his lottery win, highlighting his humble beginnings, struggles, and his kind and generous nature. Despite his lack of wealth, he was content with his life and had a strong work ethic.

00:03:00

The Lottery Win and Its Aftermath: A Life Transformed

The episode describes Abraham's lottery win and the immediate impact it had on his life. He remained in Lakeland, his hometown, and used his newfound wealth to help others, often lending money to friends and strangers. However, this generosity soon became overwhelming, leading to financial strain and a lawsuit from his former co-worker.

00:13:51

The Disappearance of Abraham Shakespeare: A Web of Suspicion

The episode focuses on Abraham's disappearance, the investigation, and the growing suspicion surrounding Doris "Dee Dee" Moore. The episode highlights the conflicting accounts from those who knew Abraham, the suspicious text messages, and the phone call to his mother that ultimately led investigators to Dee Dee.

00:32:24

Dee Dee Moore's Involvement and Deception: A Trail of Lies

The episode reveals Dee Dee's involvement in Abraham's disappearance and her deceptive actions. Investigators discovered that she had taken control of his finances and was living in his mansion. The episode details her checkered past, her manipulative behavior, and her attempts to frame others for Abraham's murder.

00:39:50

The Undercover Sting and the Discovery of the Body: Unmasking the Truth

The episode describes the undercover sting operation that led to Dee Dee's arrest. Greg Smith, a friend of Abraham's, became a confidential informant and secretly recorded conversations with Dee Dee. The episode details the fake phone calls, the letter, and the eventual discovery of Abraham's body buried on Dee Dee's property.

01:03:35

Dee Dee Moore's Trial and Conviction: Justice Prevails

The episode covers Dee Dee's trial, the evidence presented, and her conviction for first-degree murder. The episode highlights the compelling testimony of Greg Smith, the prosecutor's case, and Dee Dee's persistent claims of innocence.

01:14:12

Dee Dee Moore's Life in Prison: A Denial of Responsibility

The episode concludes with an interview with Dee Dee Moore in prison, where she continues to maintain her innocence and blames her lawyer for her conviction. The episode explores her claims of being framed and her refusal to accept responsibility for Abraham's death.

01:20:06

The Lasting Impact of Abe Shakespeare's Murder

This chapter focuses on Deity's continued denial of murdering Abe Shakespeare, despite being incarcerated for 14 years. The conversation highlights the emotional impact of the crime on Abe's family and the lasting consequences of his death.

01:21:59

Remembering Abe Shakespeare: A Kindhearted Soul

This chapter shifts to remembering Abe Shakespeare as a kindhearted person who genuinely wanted to help others. The speaker shares anecdotes about Abe's generosity and the positive impact he had on the community.

01:23:45

Updates and Closing Thoughts

This chapter provides updates on Centuria, who is now a traveling nurse, and Jeremiah, Abe Shakespeare's son, who is now 16 years old. This chapter is an advertisement for the movie "The Amateur," featuring details about the plot, cast, and release date. This chapter promotes "2020 The After Show," a podcast that provides behind-the-scenes insights and bonus content related to the main show.

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Q&A

• What were some of the challenges faced by investigators in the early stages of the investigation into Abraham Shakespeare's disappearance?

  Investigators faced numerous challenges, including conflicting accounts from those who knew Abraham, the suspicious text messages, and the lack of a clear starting point. The case was initially considered a missing person's case, but the investigation quickly shifted to a potential murder investigation.

• How did Doris "Dee Dee" Moore manipulate those around her and deceive investigators?

  Dee Dee Moore used her charm and manipulative skills to gain the trust of those around her, including Abraham Shakespeare. She took control of his finances, lied to investigators, and attempted to frame others for his murder. She also used her knowledge of Abraham's vulnerabilities to exploit him and ultimately orchestrate his death.

• What evidence was presented at Dee Dee Moore's trial that led to her conviction?

  The prosecution presented compelling evidence, including the recordings of Dee Dee's conversations with Greg Smith, the discovery of Abraham's body on her property, and the murder weapon. Greg Smith's testimony was particularly impactful, as he detailed Dee Dee's involvement in the murder and her attempts to cover it up.

• Why does Dee Dee Moore continue to maintain her innocence despite the overwhelming evidence against her?

  Dee Dee Moore continues to maintain her innocence, blaming her lawyer for her conviction and claiming that she was framed by drug dealers. She refuses to accept responsibility for Abraham's death and continues to present a distorted version of events. Her refusal to acknowledge her guilt highlights the manipulative nature of her personality and her ability to deceive even in the face of overwhelming evidence.

• Why does Deity continue to deny murdering Abe Shakespeare, even after 14 years of incarceration?

  Deity maintains her innocence, claiming she was framed and that Abe Shakespeare was murdered by someone else. She expresses no remorse for his death and continues to deny any involvement in his murder.

• What was the impact of Abe Shakespeare's murder on his family and the community?

  Abe Shakespeare's family was deeply affected by his death, particularly his children who lost their father. The community was shocked and saddened by the murder, as Abe was known for his kindness and generosity.

• What are some of the ways Abe Shakespeare helped people in his community?

  Abe Shakespeare was known for his generosity and willingness to help others. He paid bills for people in need, provided financial assistance, and offered support to those struggling. His kindness and compassion made him a beloved figure in the community.

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