Navigating Advocacy

Melissa Leinweber, Whitney St. Andre

info@navigatingadvocacy.com

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Booking Overview

Navigating Advocacy uses true-crime case deep-dives to turn unresolved mysteries into action-oriented public awareness. For PR pros, it’s a strong platform for justice-focused experts and media creators who can speak responsibly about evidence, ethics, and victim-centered advocacy.

Metrics

Episodes: 335

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1k-10k

Gender skew: Female

Location: USA

YouTube: 322 subscribers

Instagram: 1.7k followers

Contact Information

info@navigatingadvocacy.com

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Host

Melissa Leinweber - Co-host of Navigating Advocacy; a true-crime enthusiast turned criminal-justice advocate who focuses on amplifying victims’ and families’ voices and supporting action-oriented awareness for unsolve...

Whitney St. Andre - Co-host of Navigating Advocacy; true-crime enthusiast and advocate dedicated to in-depth case exploration and practical community guidance aimed at helping families and driving ethical attention to...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Private investigators, family advocates/justice advocates connected to cold cases, and reputable true-crime media creators or researchers known for ethical, victim-centered coverage.
Required Achievements:  
Launched/hosted recognized true-crime podcasts or media projects, Published or delivered investigation support through reputable organizations or training, Demonstrated credibility in case-related work (e.g., PI work, research, advocacy outcomes), Established public trust around ethical coverage and victim-centered storytelling

Recent Guest Discussions

Jason Watts - Discovery And Investigation Challenges; Dispelling Misinformation Related To The Brandon Lawson Case.

Lance Reenstierna - Responsibility And Ethics Of True-crime Storytelling; Victim-centered Coverage; Advocacy In Real Time; Industry Evolution.

Tim Pilleri - Responsibility And Ethics Of True-crime Storytelling; Victim-centered Coverage; Advocacy In Real Time; Industry Evolution.

Recent Topics

True Crime, Criminal Justice, Advocacy, Victims, Cold Cases

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Navigating Advocacy
:

Brandon Lawson: Still Waiting

April 20, 2026

Brandon Lawson disappeared off of the side of Highway 277 just outside of Bronte, Texas. After running out of gas, calling his brother, Kyle, and a chilling 911 call, Brandon remained missing for over 8 years. January 15, 2022, Melissa and Whitney joined a 9-person volunteer search team that found evidence leading to the discovery of human remains. After extensive DNA testing, it was confirmed that the remains discovered were those of Brandon Lawson. Now, over four years later, his family sti...

Navigating Advocacy with Crawlspace Media

March 23, 2026

In this episode of Navigating Advocacy, we’re joined by two well-known voices in true crime podcasting—Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna of Crawlspace Media.Tim and Lance have spent years helping shape the true crime podcasting landscape, and in this conversation, we dive into how the industry has evolved—from its early days to where it stands today. We talk about the responsibility that comes with storytelling, the shift toward ethical, victim-centered coverage, and how creators can use thei...

Indiana : Alex VanDalsen

February 11, 2026

Alex VanDalsen was a free-spirited 21-year-old who disappeared on February 3, 2021, after leaving his home in Lafayette, Indiana. Days later, his body was found in suspicious circumstances, leading to questions about the initial investigation, which quickly ruled his death a suicide. Despite clear inconsistencies and a lack of thorough investigation, Alex's family continues to seek justice and answers for his mysterious death. Anyone with information should email JusticeForAlexBlake@gmail.com...

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