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Gen Z slang is rife with new words like "unalive," "skibidi" and "rizz." Where do these words come from — and how do they get popular so fast? Linguist Adam Aleksic explores how the forces of social media algorithms are reshaping the way people talk and view their very own identities. For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch . Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links: TEDNext: ted.com/futureyou TEDSports: ted.com/sports TEDAI Vienna: ted.com/ai-vienna TEDAI San Francisco: ted.com/ai-sf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Join Crystal and Kat as they take turns each week diving into all things weird, dark, and spooky. From True Crime to Cults and Conspiracies and all things Supernatural, this show is sure to capture all of your alternative interests.
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Join Crystal and Kat as they take turns each week diving into all things weird, dark, and spooky. From True Crime to Cults and Conspiracies and all things Supernatural, this show is sure to capture all of your alternative interests.
Mark had been dating his girlfriend Berlinah for several years before he decided the relationship wasn't what he wanted; he broke things off, moved out, and started dating someone new. Berlinah could not accept Mark's decision and made repeated demands that he hear her out and talk to her about their relationship. She planned her retaliation that would assure Mark could never be with anyone else if he wouldn't be with her. The resulting months of suffering are more than anyone should ever have to bear, and in the words of Kees Van Dongen: there were only losers in this case.…
Cherish was 8 years old when absolute scum from the depths of hell befriended and gained the trust of her mother, Rayne, while they were out doing some last minute shopping. This heartbreaking case is difficult to tell but is an important lesson in staying vigilant no matter how charming a stranger may be. This episode discusses the murder of a young child and while we did not share explicit details of the horrors she endured, listener discretion is still advised.…
Benjaman Kyle was the assumed name of a man who was found naked and nearly unconscious behind a Burger King in 2004. For over a decade he knew nothing of his life before he was found, and despite efforts on several fronts for answers, he struggled to find his identity while also struggling to make a life for himself. The Last Unknown Man: https://newrepublic.com/article/138068/last-unknown-man Finding Benjaman: https://vimeo.com/34589969…
Sextortion is a steadily rising form of online blackmail, primarily targeting teenaged boys. The warning signs are easy to spot if you are aware of what they look like; we are aiming to increase awareness and create the opportunity for more discussions about this dangerous scam. Please be advised, this episode discusses suicide and several cases of children who completed suicide resulting from sextortion. For more information, visit the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's webpage on Sextortion at: https://www.missingkids.org/theissues/sextortion…
Melissa Oxley was suddenly jolted awake in the middle of the night after hearing a loud noise. She went to investigate and found the front door of the home wide open, and returned to find her husband, Ben, dead in the bed where they had just been sleeping together. The story she told dispatch, police, and detectives seemed odd and didn't make sense to investigators. After years of surveillance, investigation, and interviews, Ben's murderer was identified.…
In 2023, 16 month old Jailyn suffered for 10 long days while her mother simultaneously enjoyed herself on a vacation with her friends. Content Warning: This episode is rough and involves discussion of neglect/abuse of a young child.
Colleen was one of those bright souls who worked hard daily to uplift those around her and lived her life being a positive influence to everyone lucky enough to know her. In her second year as a teacher, one of her students took her life and to this day we don't have a legitimate reason for his behavior. Colleen's friends and family live in her memory and celebrate the lasting mark she left on this world in her short time with us.…
When Ryan and Heather didn't show up on Christmas day and phone calls went unanswered, worried family went to their home to check on them. Police eventually made their way inside, and thus began one of the most grossly mishandled situations we've ever discussed.
Everyone knows B is for Bigfoot when we're talking Cryptids, but we're sharing a couple lesser known beasts including a Wisconsin canine, an adorable (if sensitive) Scottish friend, and a Pacific Northwest hybrid.
Another woman of many names: born Catherine Lawler, resurfaced as Kate Webster, playing at Kate Thomas... One thing that remains consistent is that she lies.
In the small rural town of Athens, Wisconsin, the Kunz family were known as strange loners at the center of decades worth of rumors. On July 4th, 1987 the entire family save for one member was murdered in their home, stirring up more rumors that still exist today. There was a conviction in relation to their deaths, but there is much speculation as to whether true justice was served.…
One morning Peter Porco went about his daily routine, waking up, getting dressed, making coffee and breakfast, and ultimately succumbing to devastating injuries sustained in a horrific attack on both he and his wife the night before. This highly unusual crime has a not altogether surprising culprit, though the star witness in his defense makes this story truly memorable.…
Elyse Pahler was a spunky 15 year old girl in 1995, enjoying all the perks of being an adventurous teenager. She had a wide variety of passions and interests and had an entire bright future ahead of her. Unfortunately, three boys she trusted and thought were her friends took it upon themselves to use her in their twisted violent scheme which they believed would bring them the success they couldn't be bothered to actually work for.…
Stephen Griffiths fancied himself a criminal mastermind, and a superior creature above the lowly human race. He is best known for a moniker he gave himself in the courtroom, widely believed to be a publicity stunt. Stephen targeted women struggling with addiction who were working toward getting their lives in order, and he relished the attention he got from his confession.…
Max DeVries went missing while on a family vacation in Aruba on May 12th, 2004. His mother has worked tirelessly the last 20 years searching for her son and trying to get any kind of law enforcement involvement to move the search forward. Please share his story to bring justice for Max. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ycdevries Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/62321359000/…
Hannah Upp is a bright, beautiful soul missing from St. Thomas. She went missing in September of 2017 in the days between Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria. Due to the chaos surrounding the island in those days, she could be anywhere. Furthermore, due to a neurological condition, she may be unaware that she is Hannah. Hannah is 5'7" with light brown hair and eyes and as of the release of this episode she would be 40 years old. Her family remains hopeful she will be found. Find Hannah Upp Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/FindHannahUppUSVI/…
There is no shortage of cryptids in the Appalachian region of the United States, and guest host Jane came back to talk about a few! We discuss Bigfoot's Appalachian cousins in the north and south, as well as a reptilian cryptid famous in Ohio.
On October 17, 2003 Lisa Gurrieri and Brandon Rumbaugh were celebrating their one year anniversary by recreating their first date. They drove out to Bumble Bee Road just north of Phoenix, Arizona to spend an evening stargazing and camping out. Tragically, Lisa and Brandon were murdered that night, and their families have gone over 20 years without answers of who or why. If you or someone you know was camping in the vicinity of I-17 and Bumble Bee Road on October 17, 2003 and know anything or think you saw something, please call the Yavapai Silent Witness tipline at 1-800-932-3232…
In August of 2021, Jonathan Gerrish and his wife Ellen Chung took their young daughter Miju out for a typical family nature outing and didn't come home. When their nanny came for her scheduled shift and found a suspiciously empty home, she immediately knew something was wrong. When the young family along with their dog were all found dead in the middle of a hiking trail, law enforcement worked to figure out the mystery of where they had been and what had happened.…
When one young man's vision for the dream relationship with the love of his life is stripped away, his obsession and inability to move on led him to murder the woman he adored. Today's case is one that many may not know, but almost everyone is aware of the legislation changes that came as a result of this terrible murder.…
17 year old Natasha Ryan disappeared one day without a trace after leaving for school one morning. Despite a history of running away in the past, her family felt this time was different and spent years searching for her. When other young women in the small Australian town of Rockhampton also went missing a man was brought to trial for their murders along with Natasha's. In a baffling turn of events, criminal proceedings brought to light the surprising truth of Natasha's disappearance.…
This poor excuse for a human is truly one of the worst we have covered on this podcast and so we must give a warning now that this episode discusses murder and sexual abuse of young children, please listen at your own discretion. Tsutomu Miyazaki held zero remorse or regret for his actions, and actually blamed a minor developmental deformity as well as an unsubstantiated alter-ego for what he did to the sweet young girls he victimized. We had nothing positive to say about him at the end of this episode and you may find that you agree.…
Many of us know what it is like to hit a rough patch with our mental health and are familiar with the struggles that can overwhelm someone in the midst of a mental health crisis. In this episode we discuss the tragic and senseless death of Lacey Fletcher, whose mental health struggles went far beyond anything imaginable and leaves us questioning where the line is between family support and enabling behavior. We don't have answers, but we know this went far beyond that line.…
Reality television has been popular for decades, with some shows taking more risks than others in the chase for viewers; in the late 90s in Japan, one game show network pushed boundaries to extremes. One season of the show featured 22 year old Tamoaki Hamatsu, following his journey living in a small apartment for months. Tamoaki's months in this show illustrate the very worst of what network producers will do to someone for the sake of entertainment.…
This week's episode discusses the recent case resulting in the loss of the potential of three vibrant young lives after a car crash. The driver, dubbed "Hell on Wheels" by the judge, changed the trajectory of not only the people in the car, but countless other lives touched by them.
The Samaritan Foundation was a short lived organization of individuals that shared the beliefs of their leader, Linda Greene. We discuss how Allen Ross became involved with the Samaritans, and ultimately how that connection resulted in his murder, as well as the George family's dissolution at the influence of the Foundation.…
Hannah Clarke and Rowan Baxter had what appeared to be the picture perfect marriage, cultivating a public image of a family of fitness enthusiasts in love with each other and their three beautiful children. We must remember, however, that social media is only one small look into someone's life, and the secrets hiding in this family came to a devastating and horrific end no one could have seen coming.…
Part 2 of 2 After Jo, Michelle, and Christe Rogers' bodies were found in Tampa bay, investigators searched for leads to find their killer. After one woman's tips repeatedly went overlooked, they finally found a lead suspect in Oba Chandler. In this episode we discuss Oba's background, the trial, and the aftermath for Hal Rogers and a postmortem discovery involving Oba.…
Part 1 of 2 Jo and Hal Rogers raised their daughters Michelle and Christy on their dairy farm, working hard together to keep things running. In 1989, after a year dealing with lawyers, police, and the legal system, Jo decided to take the girls on a cross country road trip to get away from the small town rumor mill. Unfortunately, they would never return home. Link to "Angels and Demons" by Thomas French: https://projects.tampabay.com/projects/classics/angels-and-demons/chapter-1-sunset/…
In this episode we explore one of the most inexplicably horrible crimes that can be committed, and the two women involved. We discuss Lisa's troubled and traumatic upbringing, the circumstances that led Bobbie Jo to cross paths with her, and ultimately Bobbie Jo's murder.
In this week's episode we talk about three separate instances of food poisoning and extortion from Germany. After hearing these stories, you might think twice about using the refrigerator at work and you'll definitely want to take a close look at the packaging next time you have a hankering for gummy bears.…
After our long hiatus we are back! To ease back into the show, we brought several stories revolving around the passion and heartbreak surrounding February 14th.
**Sound Note: We had extreme technical difficulties that were not caught until after we ended the recording. We were dealing with a significant audio lag, and around 42:00 Kat's audio cuts out and we received no notification that this had happened - from that point forward it will only be Crystal's side and some discussion had to be cut for continuity and clarity. Thanks for your understanding!** Richard Speck is one of America's most infamous murderers, committing what was immediately dubbed the "Crime of the Century" in Chicago, Illinois in July of 1966. His brutal slaying of 8 young student nurses was callous and horrifying, and a huge escalation in behavior, even considering his extensive criminal history leading up to that night. In Part 3 we discuss the manhunt and Richard's capture as well as some disturbing details that surfaced about his time in prison.…
Richard Speck is one of America's most infamous murderers, committing what was immediately dubbed the "Crime of the Century" in Chicago, Illinois in July of 1966. His brutal slaying of 8 young student nurses was callous and horrifying, and a huge escalation in behavior, even considering his extensive criminal history leading up to that night. In Part 2 we discuss the horrific events of the night of July 13th when Richard methodically slayed 8 innocent young nursing students in their home while life went on as normal just outside.…
Richard Speck is one of America's most infamous murderers, committing what was immediately dubbed the "Crime of the Century" in Chicago, Illinois in July of 1966. His brutal slaying of 8 young student nurses was callous and horrifying, and a huge escalation in behavior, even considering his extensive criminal history leading up to that night. In part 1, we cover Richard's early years and the string of crimes leading up to the evening of July 13, 1966.…
In this episode you can hear the full interview with Marty Duram's ex-wife Christina. She shared so much information including: How she and Marty met, how Glenna knew Marty, detailed information about why her children broke into the house and what they were doing there, details from the police investigation, misconceptions about how many times Marty and Glenna were actually shot, and much more. Pay attention to the birds in the background because at one point you can hear Bud recite his now infamous dialogue. For so much more information and lots of pictures, please see the Justice for Marty Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Justiceformarty…
In 2015, Marty and Glenna Duram were married and living their lives together in a rural area of Michigan. When neighbors didn't hear from the couple for a few days, they went to check and found a gruesome scene where Marty had been shot to death and Glenna was taken to the hospital to treat a gunshot wound herself. The story that unfolded is one of the strangest and most unique stories with one of the most unusual witnesses to the crime that we have ever heard of. After we aired the original episode, Marty's ex-wife reached out to us to let us know that there was a lot of information that was incorrect in our research due to news media twisting facts and narratives to tell a "good story" rather than the true story. In conjunction with Christina, we have taken our original audio and inserted clips from an interview to correct the information that will be found if you research this case. By doing so, we hope to cover all the bases of fact and fiction in order to get the most accurate version of the story of Marty Duram's murder told.…
Hide and Seek is a classic childhood game that everyone has played at some point in their lives, but how many of us have considered the potential dangers this game has? We share some horribly unfortunate stories of Hide and Seek gone wrong as a preamble to our main story featuring Sarah and her boyfriend. A night of silly fun and games turns deadly when Sarah finds her boyfriend dead the next day, and the story she tells is about as chaotic as they come.…
We pick up where we left off from Part 1 with police finding three bodies in a shed on the property of a cute little farmhouse in Idaho. The community was shocked to discover the identity of the three victims was not who they thought it would be, and one individual was nowhere to be found.
216 South KCID Road in Boise, Idaho was supposed to be a darling farmhouse for Cheryl and Mike to spend their retirement together. However, Mike had a lifetime of secrets he was keeping from Cheryl, and this cute farmhouse would become the center of his biggest secret yet.
Clare Wood is a name with a legacy that will last for decades to come due to the work of her father, Michael Brown. Clare's life was brutally stolen from her by an asshole who didn't understand or tolerate a woman rejecting him, then proceeded to steal justice from her family in the aftermath. No one in Clare's life knew what she was truly going through until after her sudden murder, and even Clare herself didn't know who she had gotten involved with while she dated George Applewood. Michael worked hard to bring about Clare's Law, which actively provides a measure of protection from men and women facing domestic violence situations. Link to the official Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme Guidance https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/575361/DVDS_guidance_FINAL_v3.pdf **we profusely apologize for the literal shit show that is the sound quality of this episode and hope it does not distract from the importance of the story we are sharing**…
During the pandemic there have been concerns on many fronts that domestic violence would go widely undetected due to the isolation of lockdown. Today's story tells the heartbreaking tale of a family who lost a loved one and was subsequently terrorized in the wake of the grief that followed. This is an ongoing case and we will keep an eye out for updates as proceedings move forward.…
Howard was a quiet man, regarded by his neighbors as a nice young man, if a little strange. However, Howard was concealing a simmering rage toward many of his neighbors for an untold number of grievances. Many people will immediately think of Charles Whitman as the first mass shooter in American History, but 17 years before the Texas Tower Shooting, there was Howard Unruh's Walk of Death.…
In this episode we bring you the story of two absolute badass women who survived the most traumatic experience of ten lifetimes, and turned their lives into something positive in the aftermath. Please be advised, this episode includes graphic details of sexual assault and physical injuries. *Sound quality note - our software dumped half the audio file and we had to piece together a few different emergency backups provided by the IT gods of our recording host, sound levels may not be even but we did our best to stabilize it. Thanks for your patience!*…
Newlyweds Dalia and Michael were off to a rocky start just six months into their marriage, and Dalia decided she was done. Instead of taking a more rational approach, she resorted to increasingly desperate plots and plans to free herself from the prison of matrimony. Thankfully that desperation made her incredibly easy to convict, although the absolute senselessness of her defense arguments also sealed her fate quite effectively.…
Michael and Dalia were a newlywed couple in the Summer of 2009. They were settling into a groove in their new marriage and were working toward rectifying some mistakes from their past so they could have a bright future together. On August 5th, Dalia received a phone call from police telling her to get home right away, only for her to find a full blown crime scene where her home should be. Her husband was dead, and police needed answers. In Part 1, we explore the parts of Michael's past that may shed light on who could be responsible for the events on the morning of August 5th, 2009.…
This episode starts with a brief update on the Melissa Lucio case - this update was recorded before the news broke about Melissa's indefinite stay of execution. Blake Ruff met Lori Kennedy and they began a whirlwind romance. Blake's family wasn't too fond of Lori's secretive ways, but he loved her. They were quickly married and had a child together, which Lori guarded like a hawk. Their marriage fell apart, and sadly Lori took her own life. In the wake of her sudden death, more questions began to arise and soon, Blake realized he had no idea who this woman actually was.…
Melissa Lucio currently sits on death row in Texas, her execution date is set for Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Melissa's story is incredibly important and it must be heard. The Innocent Project is fighting to stop this execution and every day more and more people are joining the fight to save her life. We hope this gives more context behind the circumstances that led to Melissa's conviction to decide for yourself if this is what is right. Please note, this episode features extensive discussion of physical and sexual abuse of children and adults. Innocence Project: https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/grant-melissa-lucio-clemency/?p2asource=hp_033302022 Family interview with Lone Star Plate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqsHKwBTH68…
Some people just aren't built for having families, and we believe Steven is one of those people. This story is fraught with abuse in all forms, perpetuated by one of the worst human meat bags we have covered so far. In Part 2, we bring you the conclusion of the Pladl story as well as discuss the phenomenon of Genetic Sexual Attraction to add some context to the situation with Steven and Katie. In this story there is no closure, no reform, and there is most certainly no justice. Please be advised, this episode includes discussion of the murder of an infant that may be difficult to listen to.…
Some people just aren't built for having families, and we believe Steven is one of those people. This story is fraught with abuse in all forms, perpetuated by one of the worst human meat bags we have covered so far. In Part 1, we discuss what little we know about Steven's early years and the first victim of his sick grooming. Please be advised, this episode includes a significant amount of discussion of child abuse that may be difficult to listen to.…
Most of us have been taught from a young age that if we are in trouble and there is an emergency, we should call 911 for help. But what happens when we do everything right: we call the number, we give the information, and it still isn't enough? Denise's story is a tragic example of everyone doing exactly what we have been taught, and somehow still failing the person who needed help most.…
Often when we hear about Black Widows, we see the pattern of a cunning woman who plays the part of the grieving widow in order to maintain her cover. Lynn Turner did no such thing. Lynn lacked any kind of discretion when it came to getting exactly what she wanted, and she didn't try to make anyone like her except for the men she went after. Lynn's actions would go on to be documented in several true crime television shows, and actually became the inspiration for another case we covered in a previous episode.…
This story features the harrowing details of a severely troubled young woman who horrifically murdered a 9 year old girl. Alyssa's childhood began rough, but her grandmother sought to give her the loving a stable home that her parents could not provide. Despite a plethora of red flags, a disturbing obsession and curiosity grew within her until she took the life of a sweet young girl who did nothing more than trust her neighbor.…
On October 2, 1999, Allyn Atadero allowed his children to go on a short hike with a group of adults that were volunteering at a cabin resort he owned and managed. Josallyn (6) and Jaryd (3) were excited to enjoy the beautiful day in the forest while Allyn performed his routine chores around the resort. By that afternoon, however, their lives would change forever when Jaryd went missing. The resulting search and rescue mission became one of the largest in Larimer County, Colorado history, and the mystery of what happened to Jaryd remains unsolved to this day.…
In Amarillo, TX during the 1990's there was a building tension between two very distinct subcultures in the town's youth which erupted in a scene of absolute chaos one fateful December night. This murder tore the community of Amarillo apart and the effects still ripple through punk culture today. Brian Deneke's life was stolen. The justice system served a slap in the face to Brian, his memory, and his family, so we must remember him and the message his life can teach us. Marilyn Manson's speech - he begins speaking about Brian at 6:55 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8RRC0Cvkr4M…
In continuing the sad saga of the Stayner family, this week we talk about Steven's older brother Cary. When Steven returned home to them, things didn't go well in the Stayner household. Cary moved on to work at a lodge near Yosemite where he would become known as the Yosemite Park Killer.
Tim was a young father with a friendly and outgoing personality. While traveling home from his job with a traveling carnival, Tim boarded a Greyhound bus for the long journey home. Vince was a troubled man, on a mission to remove evil from the world. These two men met through odd circumstances, and ultimately Tim lost his life in a horrific attack that many have come to know worldwide. The true atrocity here is the absolute absence of justice served for Tim. Link to the interview with Vince: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/greyhound-killer-believed-man-he-beheaded-was-an-alien-1.1131575…
Kenneth Parnell was a predator of the absolute worst kind who preyed on vulnerable young boys. Kenneth couldn't be bothered to do the dirty work himself, however, and would recruit others to help him abduct the poor boys he tormented. Infuriatingly, Kenneth never really paid anywhere near an acceptable price for his heinous crimes.…
Stacy Peterson went missing in October 2007. The events leading up to her disappearance were concerning to those close to her, despite the stories her husband told anyone who would listen. In Part 2 we pick up where we left off, following the events of the day Stacy disappeared. Through outright lies and convoluted story telling, Drew attempted to spin his own tale to explain her sudden and mysterious absence. Thankfully, he is behind bars for a very long time and he has no one to blame but his big fat mouth.…
Join us this New Year's Eve for a fun discussion about Scott Peterson. Take a drink and hang out with us while Drunk Kat ™️ gets all fired up about Scott’s guilt and Buzzed Crystal attempts to talk her down. **This episode is unscripted and has much more banter than our usual episodes. It has a lot of speculation and we did zero research before recording so if you’re not a fan of boozy banter, this is not the episode for you.…
Stacy Peterson went missing in October 2007. The events leading up to her disappearance were concerning to those close to her, despite the stories her husband told anyone who would listen. In Part 1 we discuss Drew's life and marriages before his marriage to Stacy, and Stacy's heartbreaking family history before she met Drew.…
Stacy Castor met the love of her life, Michael Wallace, at 17 years old. Their marriage had its' ups and downs, but tragically Michael passed away after a sudden illness took hold on him. Stacy found love again, however, and married David Castor. When David suddenly died from what was meant to appear as a suicide, Stacy found herself the subject of scrutiny from all directions.…
15 year old Rachel Barber was a beautiful young woman with a promising dance career ahead of her. One evening, someone she considered a trusted friend lured her to her home and killed her in a premeditated attack fueled by jealousy. *Audio quality note* We tried a new recording software for this episode and some of the settings are not quite dialed in, we will continue to tweak and hopefully create a better sound experience for everyone over the next few weeks - thank you for your patience!…
From a young age, Carl had dreamed of the beautiful woman who he was meant to be with. Quite literally, dreamed it - he had visions of this woman from the age of 6. When Carl found Maria Elena years later in another country, he immediately recognized her as the woman of his dreams. Soon after meeting, Maria died from Tuberculosis. This would not be the end of their story, and Carl made sure that he could be with the woman he had been in love with his entire life.…
Every summer, the United States West Coast region experiences the nightmare that is wildfire season. In recent years one or two of these fires have been attributed to human causes such as gender reveal parties, campfires gone rogue, or even the occasional deliberate fire. In the late 1980s through the early 90s an arsonist dubbed the Pillow Pyro wrecked havoc on the community and taunted those determined to find and capture him.…
Fresh from our food comas, we bring you a bonus episode for the long Thanksgiving weekend. Money can be powerful motivation for a lot of people, but in this case it brought greed and rage. Ashea was a sweet woman who cared for those around her and unfortunately her life was taken by two greedy assholes looking for an easy payday.…
July 31, 2008 was a beautiful summer day in Iron Mountain, Michigan. With Senior Year and the first days of college right around the corner, local teens were spending time at the local swimming hole at the railroad train bridge over the Menominee River. In the blink of an eye, their carefree summer abruptly ended thanks to one sad sack of human sewage. Part two we go into the history of the trash pile who took responsibility for exactly zero things in his entire life, and some of the highlights from his trial.…
July 31, 2008 was a beautiful summer day in Iron Mountain, Michigan. With Senior Year and the first days of college right around the corner, local teens were spending time at the local swimming hole at the railroad train bridge over the Menominee River. In the blink of an eye, their carefree summer abruptly ended thanks to one sad sack of human sewage. Part one we discuss the teens involved and the events of the shooting.…
Three mothers in Spokane, WA are bound by their desire to see justice for two women that have been horribly neglected by law enforcement. Heather Higgins has been missing since 2010, and Kala Williams' mutilated body was found in 2015. Despite a confession and DNA evidence, the man everyone believes is responsible may never have charges brought against him. The families hope for justice relies on someone coming forward with information, and we hope one day they do.…
For Halloween this year, we have a mixed bowl of horror: four mini cases that occurred on Halloween. From a case poisoned candy, to the most unfortunate of accidents, October 31st is haunted with truly horrific crimes.
Darlie Routier is one of the most infamous names in True Crime, with her case being among the most hotly debated. Was she wrongly convicted, or was justice served for Devon and Damon? In Part 3 we cover hospital notes, police testimonies, some oddities in the crime scene, and a possible alternate theory for who may be responsible for the events of June 6th, 1996. At the end of this series we are left to ponder: was this justice? Links to blogs: https://darliefacts.com http://www.darlieroutierfactandfiction.com…
Darlie Routier is one of the most infamous names in True Crime, with her case being among the most hotly debated. Was she wrongly convicted, or was justice served for Devon and Damon? In part two, we discuss some of the information the jury never got a chance to hear and we learn exactly how crucial that video was.…
Darlie Routier is one of the most infamous names in True Crime, with her case being among the most hotly debated. Was she wrongly convicted, or was justice served for Devon and Damon? In part one, we discuss the Routier's family history and the events leading up to June 6th 1996 at 2:31am when Rowlett, TX dispatch received a frantic 911 call. We also review the evidence in the trial which led to Darlie's conviction. But is that the whole story?…
We tell you four stories of individuals who disappeared seemingly into thin air only to be found deceased under unusual and uncommon circumstances. You may recognize some of these cases as they were quite controversial when they first broke in the news. Stay tuned at the end for a short nutrition lesson courtesy of a tangential conversation that occurred during recording.…
September 2014, Bell, Florida (why is it always Florida?) A lifetime of wrong choices, a decade old tragedy haunting their every moment, and a system that failed the Spirit's at every turn came to a haunting end when Don Spirit calls 911 to report a horrific murder he had just committed.
The murder of Kitty Genovese is one of the most infamous murders in United States history. Psych 101 students everywhere learn about Bystander Syndrome using her murder as an example. It is often the most infamous cases that go misunderstood, and this story is no exception. We discuss just how wrong the media got it, and the truth behind what really happened on the night Kitty Genovese was brutally killed.…
WARNING: Sexual abuse of children and incest. Part 2 of this horrific case we pick up where we left off in Part 1 documenting the conditions Elisabeth Fritzl was forced to survive in for over two decades. From the mind of a disturbed man came the basement chambers that held Elisabeth and her children captive for 24 years. This story truly illustrates new depths of depravity that only monsters are capable of.…
Austria, 1984. Josef and Rosemarie Fritzl call the police to report their 18 year old daughter, Elisabeth, missing. Elisabeth would not reappear for 24 years. As it would be revealed, she was being held captive below the family apartment the entire time. In part one, Kat goes into the background of Josef's childhood and the day Elisabeth disappeared to set the scene for the details of her imprisonment.…
One Sunday in September 2006, the Contreras’ return to their home after a weekend away. Expecting to be greeted by their niece, Cassie Jo, who had been house and pet-sitting for them, the family made their way inside. The horrifying screams of their daughter as she found the brutal scene inside the home began a nightmare of piecing together exactly what happened to Cassie during that awful weekend.…
The NYPD may have made a mistake employing this guy... This week we discuss the very oddly specific fetish of Gilberto, who has since been dubbed the Cannibal Cop. He happens to be an online buddy of the individual we discussed in our previous episode, so you can imagine what kind of disturbing fantasies Gil is into. His wife's intuition made her take drastic measures that completely changed the trajectory of both of their lives. Do you think he's guilty, or did the appellate court make the right call?…
*This episode briefly discusses child pornography* The Dark Web is a mysterious place where the most twisted minds go to find content that speaks to their darkest desires and curiosities. In the next two episodes, we scratch the surface of one of the corners of the Dark Web with the tale of two men with their own stories who both drew the attention of the FBI. We begin with the Canterbury Cannibal and his disgusting ideas of what he considers "interesting as a food source".…
Some people are dealt a tough hand at life. Some people can make do and rise above it, but often people cannot and need support, resources, and the system to step in. What happens when the system fails people? Some are left vulnerable, alone, and make easy targets. Others, with no one watching or caring, see the targets and become the predators. This week's story is one where the system failed all involved parties, leaving two very different ends of the spectrum to come crashing together.…
22 year old Savannah Spurlock was a vivacious and spunky mother of four in January of 2019. Taking advantage of an opportunity for a night out, she and a friend went to a bar to let loose and enjoy themselves. Unfortunately, Savannah's last moments are caught on a surveillance camera as she leaves with 3 men she had met that night. Endless searches came up as dead ends time and time again in the months following her disappearance. Police honed in on a suspect and unfortunately her remains were found 7 months later in a shallow grave. The man responsible has been put behind bars but it doesn't seem like enough. This case is disappointing on so many levels, but most of all because her loved ones have still not received closure on how their mother, sister, daughter, and friend was killed.…
WARNING: This episode involves discussion of the mutilation and murder of an infant. Dena had a rough medical history growing up that did not get easier as she grew to adulthood. When Dena and her husband found a support system in the form of a new church, they devoted themselves fully to the teachings of the leader of the church; they just happened to be very opinionated concerning the role of modern medicine in their devotions. Mainly, that it was witchcraft and prayer was the true path toward healing. This decision would prove to have heartbreaking and fatal consequences that Dena still pays for to this day - all because she never received the post-natal care every mother should expect after the birth of their child.…
A man of many names and many stories can be intriguing but when those names and stories end up painting a picture as dark and disturbed as this, we have to keep each other safe. This episode details the alleged and convicted crimes of one man who poses a threat to anyone who crosses his path. Be safe out there, and take care of each other, because this guy isn't messing around. Link to Kira and James' timeline: https://www.timetoast.com/timelines/kira-moon-pct…
We had a chance to speak with Karen's oldest daughter Karlee to discuss theories, case facts, and her experience with losing her mother and everything that followed. Due to some sensitive information Karlee shared during our interview, some details have been edited out in order to avoid jeopardizing the investigation.…
Another cold case. Another family without answers. In January of 2007, a 37 year old mother of three, Karen Bodine, is found murdered on the side of road. From botched police work to negative press coverage, Karen's case didn't get the attention it deserved at the time. We hope we can shed more light on this case to solve it for Karen's family to give them answers and closure, and end the nightmare they live every day. http://www.karenbodine.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForMyMom.KarenBodine/ Venmo: http://venmo.com/karlee-Bodine Donations go to billboards, posters, investigation fees Tips or info: Contact Det. Mickey Hamilton at 360-786-5279. Crime Stoppers of the South Sound at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).…
From 2004 to 2011, the female population of Halifax, Nova Scotia was terrorized by an unknown male who would enter into their homes in the late hours of the night to watch them sleep. What began with doorway lurking progressed to physical touch and eventually voyeuristic photographs and videos of women. While the reports have ceased in the years since one man's conviction and relocation from the area, ultimately there has been no official conviction in this case. However, the jury is most definitely out in the court of public opinion, and the young women of Halifax can sleep soundly knowing the Sleep Watcher is no longer on the prowl.…
Sam Moyer, daughter of Nancy Moyer, discusses the investigation, facts of the case, and theories surrounding her mother's disappearance. If you have any information about Nancy, please contact the Thurston County Sheriff's Office at 360-786-5500
This week Crystal brings you two cases of bizarre Russian cannibals. Our first case covers Alexander Bychkov, who was arrested for crimes not violent in nature when a casual admission changed the course of the investigation against him. The second case is truly horrifying in nature due to some graphic images that were found on a cell phone left on the side of the road. The small town of Krasnodar was not ready for what police found, and rumors abound in this absolutely insane story.…
In 2018, what can only be described as a complete and utter tragedy occurred on the picturesque Bayshore Blvd in Tampa, Florida. In the blink of an eye, one poor choice led to the worst possible outcome and two lives stolen.
A servant of the Aztec gods, the father of snakes, a southern United States Nessie, and a minor Japanese deity are among the creatures featured in this installment of our alphabetical exploration of the world's Cryptids.
In this episode, Crystal discusses the possible theories behind Brian's mysterious disappearance with Edo Larosa, host of two podcasts discussing Brian's case. Edo's Swedish podcast https://brianshaffer.podbean.com/ Links to Edo's English podcast, A Brian Shaffer Story https://open.spotify.com/show/2PKvZwZAb9XJ6WjCN5FKcb?si=gJ4WhWCxT_mDBVcdI19drg&dl_branch=1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-brian-shaffer-story/id1564375761…
Brian Shaffer was a 27 year old college student in his second year of med school in March of 2006. After finals week, just before Spring Break, he went out drinking with a couple friends and was never seen again. In this episode we discuss the facts of the case and the information we know about his disappearance.…
Unconditional love - is there such a thing? Paris Bennett grew up with a mother who showered both him and his sister, Ella, with unconditional love. However, he concocted a plan to twist that love to inflict the most unimaginable pain on his mother.
With our avalanche of heavy discussions the past several episodes, we decided to take a break on the lighter side this week. We each chose a few strange conspiracy theories and discuss a brief overview of the thought process behind them.
Carmen met her attacker when she was a young college student in Seattle, WA. They dated a short time before ending things on seemingly amicable terms. Carmen shares her first hand story with us this week detailing the horrific attack and her tale of survival in the aftermath, including the healing process she still battles 10 years later. Out of respect for her privacy, we have changed her name and have disguised her voice as her attacker continues to stalk her to this day. Please note that due to the sensitive nature of some of the information shared in the course of our conversation, there may be sound continuity issues due to editing personal identifying details from the interview. To reach out to Carmen you can reach her at carmenalternativeinterests@gmail.com For more support please visit https://www.rainn.org or call 800-656-4673…
Meet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil. Part Three. Francis Weaver and the rest of the extended family cannot seem to escape a cycle of horrible decisions and vile crimes, but hopefully they are the end of of it.
Meet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil. Part Two. Oregon City, Oregon. Two middle school girls go missing within months of each other. Meet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil Can murder run in your blood? Can evil be passed down from generation to generation? Join us for this three part series on the Weavers; a family in the PNW that can't seem to stay out of trouble. In Part 2 we discuss the events that occurred in Oregon City, Oregon when two middle school girls went missing within months of each other. Please note the crimes we discuss in this three part series are extremely graphic in nature.…
Meet the Weavers: Three Generations of Evil Can murder run in your blood? Can evil be passed down from generation to generation? Join us for this three part series on the Weavers; a family in the PNW that can't seem to stay out of trouble. In Part 1 we begin with Ward Weaver Jr - the Kern County Killer. Please note the crimes we discuss in this three part series are extremely graphic in nature.…
Throughout the 1990's in rural South Dakota, in a small town just outside of Sioux Falls, Robert Anderson spent his free time plotting and carrying out his version of the "perfect crime". Between his sloppily carried out plans, his poor choice of friends, and his big mouth, Robert was charged and convicted for his crimes. Unfortunately, his last victim, Piper Streyle, has yet to be found even to this day.…
On October 9, 2010 in Hickory, North Carolina there were two particularly odd 911 calls made from the same household. The first call for a house fire turned out fine with no fire and no damage to be seen. However, the second call several hours later reporting 10 year old Zahra Baker missing quickly went from confusing to alarming as police realized this was far more than a a case of a child gone missing.…
On April 28, 1996, Martin Bryant committed one of the worst mass shootings in Australian history. In exchange for the horrific attack he unleashed, he received the most strict sentence available, one reserved for only the truest of monsters. This event also spurred an overhaul of gun legislation across Australia and Tasmania. Link to the floor plan of the Broad Arrow Cafe: http://www.despatch.cth.com.au/Misc/martinbryant/map.htm…
In 1996 one of the world's worst mass killings took place at the tourist site of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Port Arthur on the island of Tasmania. This week, we discuss the background of the gunman, Martin Bryant; his childhood and life leading up to that fateful day illustrate a mix of nature and nurture that created the monster he became.…
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