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.
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Yavapai County Attorney's Office
Prescott: (928) 771-3344 • Camp Verde: (928) 567-7717
Email: ycao@yavapaiaz.gov
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Sedona Police Department (Non-Emergency)
Main: (928) 282-3100 • Front Office: (928) 203-5002
Ask local media to cover this case
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
Safety resources
If you or someone you know needs help: National Domestic Violence Hotline — 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Call, text, or chat 24/7.
Credits — Host: Nikki Wasilishin • Series: Papi Killed Mommy (Ep. 11)
Tips & media inquiries: papikilledmommy@gmail.com
