Happy Halloween, Sleepyheads! Welcome to Episode 51, a true crime episode!

Elizabeth tells the tragic story of the Candy Man, who murdered a child on Halloween in 1974. She also looks into the question - how likely is it to receive poisoned candy from strangers?

Margot leads us through the life and crimes of Wisconsin serial killer Ed Gein and explores what causes someone to be as psychologically tortured and violent as he was. Please heed the content warnings below for this episode!

Thanks for listening, and tune in next week for a wild card episode. Send us a Listener Report or suggest topics for us to cover at theinsomniareport@gmail.com! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and don't forget to subscribe and give us a rating on your favorite podcast streaming site.

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EPISODE CONTENT WARNINGS: child death, vomiting, execution, extremely graphic descriptions of murder and mutilation, child abuse

Hey WOW, welcome to EPISODE 50, Sleepyheads! Grab your notebooks, your favorite Chicago roomies have some more educational stories for you.

First, Margot tells us about the New England Vampire Panic. The Salem Witch Trials is a period that gets all the attention, but did you know in the 19th-century townsfolk believed Vampires were to blame for tuberculosis? We learn about George Brown who looked for ways to save his surviving family member, Edwin, after his daughter Mercy succumbs to the illness.

Next, Elizabeth tells us about the cow heard around the world. You've heard of cow-tipping, but this cow went lantern-tipping causing the city of Chicago to go up in Flames in 1871. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, learn about how the events unfolded and what that meant for the city following the aftermath.

Stay safe, sleepy, and spooky. See you next time and as always, thanks for joining us!

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Welcome to Episode 49, a paranormal episode!

What lies in the depths of Loch Ness? Elizabeth takes us to Scotland to explore the legend of Nessie, everyone's favorite Scottish cryptid. Elizabeth apologizes for all of the terrible accents she tries to do in this episode.

Margot takes us to Key West, Florida, to meet Robert - a haunted doll. Hear Robert's story and the legends surrounding him, including the consequences if you aren't respectful to him. Listen to this one at your own risk!

Thanks for listening, and tune in next week for a classroom episode. Send us a Listener Report or suggest topics for us to cover at theinsomniareport@gmail.com! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and don't forget to subscribe and give us a rating on your favorite podcast streaming site.

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EPISODE CONTENT WARNINGS: haunted dolls

Hey, howdy, hello! Good morning, good day, good evening, and goodnight, sleepyheads! Welcome to another week featuring a wildcard theme. Margot gets into the spirit of the spooky season with the Headless Horseman with The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving. The town is filled with superstitious folk, a crew of 18th century Jocks, and a man who is on the quest to find something he lost. Then, Elizabeth tells us a love story of an unlikely pair. A man named Chris and his incredibly dramatic girlfriend, Walnut. He goes to great legnths to keep her happy and thriving. Stay safe, spooky, and sleepy.

Welcome to Episode 47, a true crime episode!

Elizabeth tells the story of the disappearances of Lena Chapin and Gary McCullough. How many dark secrets can one family keep? What happens when they start to eat at you? Plus, a closer look at the loopholes in the US justice system.

Margot takes us back to Japan with the story of the Setagaya family murder in Japan. Warning, this one's graphic. The details of this case are as bizarre as it gets - and they leave more questions than answers in this tragic event.

Thanks for listening, and tune in next week for a wild card episode. Send us a Listener Report or suggest topics for us to cover at theinsomniareport@gmail.com! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and don't forget to subscribe and give us a rating on your favorite podcast streaming site.

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EPISODE CONTENT WARNINGS: murder, graphic descriptions of violence, infidelity

Hey Sleepyheads! Welcome back to our podcast; we are so happy you have joined us!

In today's classroom report, Margot and Elizabeth discuss the relationship of Frog and Toad and the one and a half thumbs rating of Elizabeth's barre class.

First, Margot talks about MK-Ultra, a top-secret CIA operation where agents tested various ways to gain mind control. Along the way, we learn about the 11th commandment, the invention of LSD, and the Holiday stemming from it. (We do not condone the use of illegal drugs, BTW).

Next, Elizabeth tells us about Pirate Queen Zheng Yi Sao. While we tip our hat to her for being a #GirlBoss and solid businesswoman, she still did some pretty nasty things.

As always, thank you SO much for joining us. If you like our show feel free to follow us on social media, give us a rating on your favorite streaming service, drop us a line at theinsomniareport@gmail.com, and tell your friends.

Please stay safe out there, and we will catch ya next time for episode 47!

Stay sleepy and spooky. Goodnight!

Welcome to Episode 45, a true paranormal episode!

Elizabeth tells the long and spooky history of "The Cage," a medieval prison turned residence that has been called the most haunted house in the UK. What evil forces haunt its halls? Learn more about its horrors and frights in this story!

Margot dives into the history of Japanese horror and details some of the interesting and scary spirits in traditional Japanese lore. What makes Japanese horror movies spookier than Western ones? What's the real story of Samara from The Ring? Tune in and find out.

Thanks for listening, and tune in next week for a classroom episode. Send us a Listener Report or suggest topics for us to cover at theinsomniareport@gmail.com! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and don't forget to subscribe and give us a rating on your favorite podcast streaming site.

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EPISODE CONTENT WARNINGS: murder, infant death, suicide and mentions of suicidal ideation, ghosts, horror

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Hey sleepyheads, u up?

It's been many minutes, but your favorite roommates from Chicago are back!

First, Margot shares the chilling Creepy Pasta tale of the Russian Sleep Experiment, where prisoners become test subjects at the promise of freedom. All they have to do is stay awake for weeks at a time...what could go wrong?

Next, Elizabeth talks about the Volkswagon Emissions Scandal, a white color crime where the company may or may not have lied a little bit to sell more cars. They had no idea this was happening but were cc'd on the emails, so kind of sus.

Join us at episode 45 for another paranormal tale. Thank you all so, so much for listening; please share, like, rate, and subscribe if you feel so inclined. Have an episode suggestion, want to say hello, or submit your own story? You can reach us at theinsomniareport@gmail.com.

Stay sleepy and spooky! But seriously... go to bed!