• Episode 40: Strange and Unusual Facts
    Aug 21 2024

    This week we discuss some strange and unusual facts, including underwater cemeteries, blood thirsty butterflies, a headless chicken and so much more!

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    Sources:

    The Icelandic Phallological Museum

    The Phallological Cafe and Bistro

    Aghori Vice article

    Smithsonian Magazine article

    https://www.buzzfeed.com/audreyworboys/awful-terrifying-terrible-facts-ruin-your-day

    https://facts.net/creepy-facts/

    https://sedlecossuary.com/

    https://www.miketheheadlesschicken.org/mike/page/history

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 39: Spooky Tales from Bristol
    Aug 7 2024

    This week we explore some spooky tales from the Twin Cities of Bristol TN/VA.

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    49 mins
  • Episode 38: The Mysterious Death of Thelma Todd
    Jul 24 2024

    This week we explore the theories on how famous Hollywood actress, Thelma Todd, came to be found dead in her car at the young age of 29. Was it an accident, suicide or murder?

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    Sources:

    https://goldenglobes.com/articles/forgotten-hollywood-unsolved-mystery-death-thelma-todd/

    https://thevintagewomanmagazine.com/death-of-thelma-todd/

    https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/the-mysterious-death-of-massachusetts-movie-star-thelma-todd/

    https://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/archives/la-me-thelma-todd-19351217-story.html

    https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/mystery-solved

    https://www.marvinjwolf.com/blog/thelma-todds-death-solved

    https://digital.smpl.org/digital/collection/palisades/id/1869/

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Summer Catch Up!
    Jun 7 2024

    We have been on a summer break! Find out what we have been up to, and when new episodes are coming!

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    Sources:

    https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/life/what-lies-beneath/

    https://time.com/6984594/georgia-death-lake-lanier-haunted/

    https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/73-year-old-gainesville-man-dies-after-falling-lake-lanier

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    23 mins
  • Episode 37: Fast Food Chaos
    Apr 12 2024

    This week we explore crimes that have an association with fast food. Cold fries, stolen paintings, and lots of murder!

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    Sources:

    https://www.businessinsider.com/fast-food-murders-crimes-mcdonalds-wendys-dominos-pizza-hut-2019-11#four-young-burger-chef-employees-vanished-while-closing-up-the-restaurant-for-the-night-in-1978-and-their-murders-remain-unsolved-1

    https://globalnews.ca/news/9063893/antoine-sims-cold-fries-murder/

    https://www.indianapolismonthly.com/longform/next-in-line-the-burger-chef-murders

    https://www.ajc.com/news/crime/watch-murder-suspect-calls-cops-over-cold-fries-then-arrested-on-active-warrant/S2PKAP6DPBDY7MOHWJWCV5MQGU/

    https://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/metro-man-upset-over-cold-fries-arrested-after-police-learn-hes-wanted-murder/YBZ5243IP5CJHFMT3SVJDKNC5I/

    Video of the Cold Fries incident

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FLjhBOKltw

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    52 mins
  • Episode 36: The Axeman of New Orleans
    Apr 5 2024

    Join us this week as we explore the theories, suspects, and enduring legacy of the Axeman of New Orleans. One of America's most haunting mysteries. From his chilling attacks to his infamous letter, we examine the bloody truth.

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    Sources:

    https://www.legendsofamerica.com/la-axeman/

    http://www.neworleanspast.com/todayinneworleanshistory/august5.html

    https://www.crimelibrary.org/serial_killers/weird/axeman/3.html

    https://buzzfeed-unsolved.fandom.com/wiki/The_Terrifying_Axeman_of_New_Orleans

    https://countryroadsmagazine.com/art-and-culture/history/the-axeman-new-orleans/

    https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/axeman-new-orleans-preyed-italian-immigrants-180968037/

    Music by Denis Pavlov from Pixabay

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    55 mins
  • Episode 35: Jane Toppan
    Mar 8 2024

    In this weeks episode, we explore the crimes of serial killer Jane Toppan. Jane's cunning and cold-hearted nature left a mark on history. Join us as we navigate through the dark corners of Toppan's life, exploring the psychological depths that led her to commit unthinkable crimes. From her seemingly innocent facade as a nurse to the shocking details of her murders. Prepare to be captivated, disturbed, and intrigued as we uncover this unsettling story.

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    Sources:

    https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/serial-killers/jane-toppan/

    https://headstuff.org/culture/history/terrible-people-from-history/jane-toppan-nurse-and-serial-killer/

    https://www.lowellhistoricalsociety.org/lowells-ties-to-jolly-jane-massachusetts-female-serial-killer/

    https://murderpedia.org/female.T/t/toppan-jane.htm#google_vignette

    https://www.encyclopedia.com/women/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/toppan-jane-1854-1938

    https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/jolly-jane-toppan-killer-nurse-obsessed-death/

    https://emergency.cdc.gov/agent/strychnine/basics/facts.asp

    Cimino, Al. Angels of Death: Murderous Medics, Nefarious Nurses and Killer Carers.

    London, UK, Arcturus Publishing Limited, 2022.

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    37 mins
  • Episode 34: The Legend of Lavinia Fisher
    Mar 1 2024

    This week we dive into the mysterious and chilling tale of Lavinia Fisher. Fisher achieved notoriety as America's first female serial killer but was she truly a remorseless murderer or a victim of historical exaggeration? Join us as we separate fact from fiction in the Legend of Lavinia Fisher.

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    Sources:

    https://ghostcitytours.com/charleston/lavinia-fisher/

    https://www.legendsofamerica.com/sc-laviniafisher/

    http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2010/10/legend-of-lavinia-fisher.html

    https://www.postandcourier.com/news/lavinia-fisher-of-charleston-nations-first-female-serial-killer-or-wrongly-accused/article_8cd5c8da-e60f-11e9-abd7-0712bc94dd35.html

    https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/lavinia-fisher-americas-first-female-serial-killer-that-wasnt

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    35 mins