The Sleepover
- Feb 6, 2024
- 1:23:02
- Full Episode
<p>Navy petty officer and devoted mother Sherri Malarik is found shot to death in her minivan after she disappeared. The case remains cold until new revelations and old memories resurface, dividing the Florida family. Andrea Canning reports.</p><p> </p><p>Andrea Canning and Josh Mankiewicz go behind the scenes of the making of this episode in ‘Talking Dateline’:</p><p>Listen on Apple: <a href="https://apple.co/4gwymFI">https://apple.co/4gwymFI</a><br />Listen on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nFogG1nBf2vNeaoOW1i6v">https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nFogG1nBf2vNeaoOW1i6v</a></p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Sherry Malarick's murder leads to a complex investigation and trials, revealing family secrets and an affair, culminating in a not guilty verdict for her husband.
Key points
- A Family's Tragic Mystery. Sherry Malarick disappears during a sleepover, leading to a shocking discovery.
- A Mother's Love. Sherry's dedication to her family shines through even in the face of tragedy.
- Secrets and Lies. Rumors of infidelity surface as the investigation unfolds, complicating the case.
- Family Grieves at Funeral. Sherry's family gathers to say their goodbyes, marked by deep emotional pain.
- Children's Memories Resurface. Years later, the children begin to recall unsettling memories about their mother’s death.
- Arrest Finally Made. After nearly two decades, Greg Malarik is arrested for Sherry's murder.
Episode highlights
- A Family's Tragic MysterySherry Malarick disappears during a sleepover, leading to a shocking discovery.“A mom disappears during a children's sleepover.”1:04Feb 6, 2024
- A Mother's LoveSherry's dedication to her family shines through even in the face of tragedy.“She wanted to be a mom.”10:27Feb 6, 2024
- Secrets and LiesRumors of infidelity surface as the investigation unfolds, complicating the case.“Greg was having an affair with another woman named Jennifer.”19:43Feb 6, 2024
- Family Grieves at FuneralSherry's family gathers to say their goodbyes, marked by deep emotional pain.“I remember I was a mess at the funeral.”23:54Feb 6, 2024
- Children's Memories ResurfaceYears later, the children begin to recall unsettling memories about their mother’s death.“Once the shock kind of wears off, there were things that just didn't make sense.”32:51Feb 6, 2024
- Arrest Finally MadeAfter nearly two decades, Greg Malarik is arrested for Sherry's murder.“I was excited. Tina was crying. And I'm thinking, finally.”45:59Feb 6, 2024
- Jennifer's First InterviewMore than 20 years after Sherry's death, Jennifer Spohn shares her story for the first time.“This is not an easy thing for you to talk about.”47:48Feb 6, 2024
- The Trial's Tense MomentsAs the jury deliberates, emotions run high with the possibility of a hung jury.“You never know what a juror...”1:04:40Feb 6, 2024
