Sword and Scale Sword and Scale

Episode 364

Aug 9, 2026 · 1h 14m

Summary

This episode investigates the 2019 disappearance of Sue Malden, a Florida widow who vanished after a dispute with her contractor, Corey Binderham. Police uncover evidence of a cleanup and decomposition in Corey’s storage unit, while his history of violence and cocaine addiction emerges. Friends reveal Corey’s deceptive behavior and financial lies, leading to his arrest for her murder.

Topics discussed

Intro and Resorts World ad Sue's disappearance and the British Club Sue's background and daily life The contractor dispute and missing money Interview with suspect Corey Binderham Blood evidence and initial theories Leanne Locklear's relationship with Corey Corey's lies and Sue's trust Corey's criminal past and arrest Corey's denial and family reaction Leanne's realization and concrete evidence Landfill search and body discovery Corey's capture and interrogation Reconstruction of the murder Trial, sentencing, and aftermath Outro and final ads
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