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In this week’s episode, Johanna takes us deep into the shadows of pre-WWI Austria-Hungary to tell the true story of Colonel Alfred Redl, once one of the most…

In part two of our deep dive into the 1982 Tylenol Murders, we pick up with the immediate aftermath of the cyanide-laced capsules that killed seven innocent people…

In September of 1982, a 12-year-old girl in suburban Chicago took a Tylenol for a cold—and never got back up. Within days, six more people would die the…

This week, we’re taking a peel behind the Vatican’s heaviest doors. From popes who put each other on trial…AFTER DEATH…to rumors of devilish deals and sweating tombs. We’ll…

In the final part of our Nellie Bly series, we follow her through yet another reinvention …as wife to industrialist Robert Seaman and, after his death, one of…

In Part 3 of our Nellie Bly series, the whole world starts to pay attention. We’ll follow her from the publication of Ten Days in a Madhouse to her globe-circling…

In 1887, Nellie Bly got herself committed to one of the most notorious mental institutions in the country — not because she needed help, but because she wanted…

Before she became one of the most daring journalists in history, Nellie Bly was Elizabeth Jane Cochran — a smart, stubborn girl from Pennsylvania with very few options…

From flood panics and flaming cities to gas masks for comet poison, humanity has always had a flair for predicting the end of the world—with spectacular inaccuracy. In…

Between 1960 and 1967, three children disappeared without a trace from the small city of Pirmasens, in southwest Germany. Walter Broschat. Klaus-Dieter Stark. Eveline Lübbert. All of them…

In this episode, we look at the brief and heartbreaking life of Dorothy Stratten—Playmate of the Month in August 1979, aspiring actress, and the victim of one of…

In this fifth and final part of the Lizzie Halliday story, Lizzie escapes the electric chair—but not justice. She continues to lash out, nearly killing the sheriff’s wife,…

After the discovery of two women’s bodies buried in the manure pile of the Halliday barn, the search for Paul Halliday continues. But as authorities dig deeper—literally and…

Lizzie Halliday has left a trail of destruction behind her…arson, theft, fraud, and at least one suspicious death! But in this episode, her crimes take a truly horrifying…

Lizzie Halliday is back, and somehow, she’s only getting started. In this episode, we pick up where we left off—with Lizzie abandoning another husband, scamming her way into…

Lizzie Halliday is often called America’s first female serial killer, but long before she made headlines, she was already leaving a trail of chaos behind her. In this…

In this episode of Fresh Hell, we’re heading up to the remote and brutal heights of the Säntis mountain in Switzerland, where, in February 1922, Heinrich and Magdalena Haas were found murdered in their…

In our final episode on the world of Freak Shows, we’re closing the curtain with the incredible, tragic, and sometimes triumphant stories of the performers themselves. Meet Schlitzie, the performer…

This week, we’re bringing you two of the most fascinating and deeply unsettling stories from the world of freak shows: Chang & Eng Bunker, the original Siamese twins, and Julia Pastrana, the so-called ‘Bear…

In this final part of our Barnum deep dive, we cover his biggest spectacle yet—The Greatest Show on Earth. From the moment he took his circus on the…

In this episode, we pick up where we left off with P.T. Barnum. We’ll talk about how he turned Scudder’s American Museum into a New York sensation, why…

In December 1984, Kingston Falls, Pennsylvania, went from a quiet, festive town to the scene of absolute chaos, all thanks to one ill-considered Christmas gift. A set of…

In this episode, Annie takes us to the historic town of Sandwich, Massachusetts, for a chilling true crime case set against the backdrop of 19th-century Cape Cod. Learn…

In this episode Johanna takes us to the quiet, rural landscapes of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, to tell you about the tragic case of Robert Syrokowski. On a freezing December…

In part two, we focus on the aftermath of the Bloody Benders’ crimes and their shocking methods of murder. The gruesome discoveries at their property reveal the extent…

In this episode, we examine the chilling story of the Bloody Benders, America’s infamous serial killer family. Set in 1870s Kansas, we recount the Bender family’s arrival in…

In this episode, we talk about the mysterious disappearances of three young men: Christopher Thompkins, Christopher Matthew Kerze, and Steven Clark. Each case is haunting and unexplained, though…

In this spine-tingling episode, we dive into the haunted legacies of two military legends: Pausanias, the ancient Spartan general with a cursed afterlife, and Mad Anthony Wayne, whose…

The iconic Hotel Chelsea is more than just a New York City landmark; it’s a haunting ground for some of the most legendary ghosts in history. In this…

It’s this time of the year again: Spooky Fuckery Month is upon us! This week, we dive into a Jeopardy category that immediately caught our attention: GHOSTS! In…

In the final chapter of the Elfriede Blauensteiner case, we dive into the investigation that finally brought her to justice. We’ll discuss the twists and turns of her…

In this episode, we continue the dark and twisted journey of Elfriede Blauensteiner, picking up where we left off—her meeting with second husband Rudolf Blauensteiner. From there, we…

Born during the Great Depression in 1931 Vienna, Elfriede Blauensteiner’s early life was marked by hardship, a cold and distant mother, and the looming shadow of World War…

In this heartwarming episode, we dive into the incredible world of interspecies friendships, where the laws of nature bend in the name of love, loyalty, and companionship. We…

In part two we talk about the the mysteries surrounding Ötzi’s final days and hours. We explore what his last meal tells about the era, the harrowing details…

In this chilly”” episode Johanna tells Anie all about the story of Ötzi the Iceman, the world’s most fashionable mummy from the Copper Age. Discovered in the Ötztal…

Dive into the fascinating, chaotic, and downright quirky world of the 1900 Paris Olympics in this episode! We’ll unravel the strange stories that made these Games unlike any…

From Guyana to Tragedy – The Fall of Jonestown In this final episode, we follow Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple from their initial move to Guyana to…

The 1970s – Allegations, Media Scrutiny, and the Move to Guyana In the 1970s, Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple faced escalating allegations of abuse and manipulation. As…

Jim Jones’ Path to Guyana: In this episode, we continue the story of Jim Jones, focusing on the pivotal years from his meeting with his future wife, Marceline,…

The Making of a Cult Leader: Jim Jones’ Early Years” In this episode, we delve into the early life of Jim Jones, the leader of the Peoples Temple.…

In this poignant final episode, Annie chronicles the heartbreaking journey from the moment President James A. Garfield was shot at the Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station to his…

This week Annie covers the dramatic events that unfolded from James A. Garfield’s election as the 20th President of the United States to the turbulent days leading up…

In this gripping episode, we unravel the tumultuous life of Charles Julius Guiteau, the man notorious for assassinating President James A. Garfield. Born into a dysfunctional family in…

This week Annie dives deep into the fascinating life of President James A. Garfield, exploring his humble beginnings and remarkable journey to the White House. Born into poverty…

This is the full interview with Kellie’s sister Amanda. She talks about her memories of her older sister, how the horrible crime impacted her whole family,and about the…

This week we explore the rich tapestry of Austrian folklore with some captivating sagas and legends, steeped in history, myth, and tradition. Delve into the mystical world of…

This week we continue the fascinating tale of Eugène-François Vidocq, a notorious criminal turned pioneering crime fighter. After a life of crime, Vidocq embarks on a journey of…

Today we are talking about the captivating life of Eugène François Vidocq, the enigmatic figure who transformed from notorious criminal to legendary detective. Join us as we delve…

This week Johanna talks about the German serial killer Karl Hopf, who poisoned several members of his family in a span of 5 years.

This week Johanna talks about the German serial killer Karl Hopf, who poisoned several members of his family in a span of 5 years.

On December 2, 1983, Kellie Jean Poppleton, just 14 years old, was found lifeless on the desolate side of Kilkare Road in Sunol, California. Now, thirty-eight years later,…

In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the city of New Orleans became the backdrop for a gruesome crime that shook the nation, Addie Hall’s murder by her boyfriend…

This week Johanna tells you all about the story of “Zack & Addie” who met shortly before hurricane Katrina made landfall in summer of 2005.

This week we delve into the cataclysmic forces of nature, exploring the most devastating tsunamis, hurricanes, and tornadoes in recorded history. Learn all about these harrowing tales of…

In this crucial episode, we delve into indispensable safety guidelines for navigating the unpredictable realms of fire and earthquakes. We dissect emergency protocols, evacuation strategies, and essential preparedness…

Vienna in the middle of the post war era, still divided into four occupational zones by the Allied Forces! A police officer finds the body of the famous…