It was on Christmas Day 1929, when Charles D. Lawson went on a 20 min killing spree, that resulted in the death of almost his entire family. What had caused this horrendous crime? This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com Outro: "The Murder of the Lawson Family" by Carolina Buddies E91: Lawson family
Episode 90: Macabre – Sticks and Stones May Break Your Bones
This week we discuss some of the more disturbing early medical treatments, how witches played a role in healing, and why you might want to spend some quality time neck deep in a whale carcass. From early forms of contraception and abortion to literally blowing smoke up your arse, we’ll discuss it, in this episode,... Continue Reading →
Episode 89: Madeleine McCann (part II)
Today Annie & Johanna conclude their discussion of the Madeleine McCann case. We travel from the UK to Portugal and finally to Germany, where Madeleine’s likely killer is behind bars for an unrelated crime. We discuss the ‘man’ the German authorities refer to as Christian B, his disturbing criminal past, and share our final thoughts... Continue Reading →
Episode 88: Mystery – Madeleine McCann
In a departure from their more usual episodes, Annie and Johanna discuss the 2007 disappearance of British 3 year old, Madeleine McCann, while her family were on holiday in Portugal. E88: Madeleine McCann
Episode 87: Murder – Ernst Karl
This week Johanna tells Annie about an Austrian police officer, forced to use his weapon on the job. But this was no simple officer involved shooting. You will also learn, how this case ties in with last week's episode, the murder of Ilse Moschner. This story is sad and dark! Psychiatrische Soforthilfe für Wien (24h... Continue Reading →
Episode 86: Murder – Ilse Moschner
A woman finds a bundle of bones wrapped up in paper in a trash can and this starts one of the most horrible Austrian cases. Johanna tells Annie about the murder of a young woman by a man named Johann Rogatsch. Be warned: this is not for the faint of heart. E86: Ilse Moschner
Episode 85: Halloween Special
In this, our second annual Halloween episode, we share our own and our listener's stories of the unexplained, the weird, the inspiring, and of course, the spooky... Cover art: Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels E85: Halloween2020
Episode 84: Murder -Coincidence or Fate in Erdington?
Two women the same age are murdered on the same day, in the same place, but over 150 years apart...Annie & Johanna share the details of the tragic unsolved murders of Mary Ashford & Barbara Forrest, and discuss the shocking similarity in the two crimes that have perhaps literally haunted Erdington, England for the past... Continue Reading →
Episode 83: Macabre: She Sees Spooky Sailing Ships
Today Annie & Johanna are talking about some of the lesser known ghost ships! What happened to the crew of the Sea Bird- do you think the fictional story printed in an 1885 newspaper is close to the truth? Do the stories of ships like the Octavius and Gloriana, found with their crew frozen solid,... Continue Reading →
Episode 82: Murder- Have You Checked the Children? The Murders of Marylou Jenkins & Janett Christman
The Babysitter and the Man Upstairs is one of the urban legends that scared Annie the most as a kid. And like many urban legends, this one has a true story, a terrible murder, that inspired it, and terrified the people of Columbia Missouri. Annie tells Johanna the legend and the unsolved murders of 20... Continue Reading →
Episode 81: Austrian Ghost Stories
Beware! Spooky Fuckery Season is upon us and we decided to start off the month of October with a light hearted epsiode about Austrian Ghosts. Johanna talks about a White Lady and a Red Ivan, who both live at Burg Bernstein. She also tells the legend of a highway ghost, and about 3 famous ghosts,... Continue Reading →
Episode 80: Murder – Was it a Serial Killer (part II)
In the second part, Annie talks about the case, that started her research: ther murder of Josie Langmaid. Was her brutal death connected to the murders of the Fountie women and Marietta Ball? Was Joseph LaPage indeed a serial killer? Outro: Suncook Town Tragedy by Mabel Wilson Tatro E80
Episode 79: Murder – Was it a Serial Killer? (part I)
Once more, Annie went down a rabbit hole. What she thought to be a horrible,yet straight forward murder case turned out to be the possible spree of a serial killer. A pre-Jack the Ripper serial killer, on the loose in New England and Canada. This two part case is not for the faint of heart.... Continue Reading →
Episode 78: Mystery – The Galapagos Affair (part II)
This week we are returning to Floreana to tell you the rest of the story surrounding Dr. Friedrich Ritter and Dore Strauch. New settlers come to the island: not only the family Wittmer from Germany, but also a mysterious Austrian Baroness with her two lovers and big plans. How will this tropical soap opera end? ... Continue Reading →
Episode 77: Mystery – The Galapagos Affair (part I)
The roaring 20s brought jazz, the modern woman, flapper fashion and bathtub gin. But one misanthropic German couple decided to leave all material possessions behind and run away to a deserted island in the Galapagos, where they would start a new life, dedicated to the study of Nietzsche. Instead they found a hard unforgiving life... Continue Reading →
Episode 76: Macabre – The Empire State Building
Annie & Johanna discuss the weird, wonderful and often macabre history of the Empire State Building, including its record breaking construction, infamous and tragic suicides, the B-25 bomber crash, seances, and more. This episode will have you ready with disturbing facts to delight your friends and family with the next time you visit the Big... Continue Reading →
Episode 75: Macabre – Medieval Torture
macabre Today Annie and Johanna discuss the many ways you might be tortured to death in medieval times. Meet the Iron Maiden, the Spanish Donkey, the Scavenger's Daughter and many more E75: Torture
Episode 74: Murder – Cam Lyman
Annie tells Johanna about the tragic, unsolved murder of millionaire championship dog breeder, Cam Lyman. A member of one of the elite Boston Brahmin families, Cam was only 54 when he was killed, likely killed by someone he knew, and trusted. This episode is sponsored by http://www.podcorn.com
Episode 73: Neighbors Dearest
Johanna is back and tells Annie about an Austrian case from 2016. A fight between neighbors gone deadly. If you have information on the murder of Frauke Liebs, please visit Frauke-liebs.de E73: Neighbors
Episode 72: Macabre – Waterpark Tragedies (part II) incl Action Park
Annie discusses the tragic death of Caleb Schwab on Schlitterbahn’s Verrückt Waterslide in Kansas City, Kansas. Also covered is Action Park in Vernon, New Jersey, the water park with so many injuries, they had to buy new ambulances for the local hospital.
Episode 71: Macabre – Waterpark Tragedies
macabre E71: Waterparks
Episode 70: Ursula Herrmann
Today Johanna tells Annie the tragic and terrifying 1981 case of kidnapped 10 year old, Ursula Herrmann in Bavaria, Germany. What happened to this bright beautiful child on her way home from her cousin’s house, only a 15 minute bike ride? We’ll tell you everything. E70: Ursula Herrmann
Episode 69: Murder – Peggy Andrews
murder Annie tells Johanna about the brutal unsolved murder of 19 year old co-ed Peggy Andrews in Columbus, Ohio E69: Peggy Andrews
Episode 68: Murder – Jack Unterweger (part II)
Today Johanna tells Annie the rest of the horrific details of the crimes of (alleged) serial killer, Jack Unterweger, who murdered women in Europe and the United States. Do you think he’s guilty? This episode is sponsored by http://www.podcorn.com E68: Jack Unterweger pt.II
Episode 67: Mystery – Asha Degree
In the early morning hours of Valentine's Day, 2000, a bright, beautiful 9 year old girl left her home, and walked out into a storm, never to be seen again. Today Annie tells Johanna about the mysterious disappearance of Asha Jaquilla Degree, who disappeared from her loving family in North Carolina twenty years ago. What... Continue Reading →
Episode 66: Murder – Jack Unterweger (part I)
This week Johanna tells Annie everything she needs to know about the beginings of the most notorious Austrian serial killer: Jack Unterweger E66: Unterweger I
Episode 65: Murder – Gay Gibson
murder The murder of a young, beautiful aspiring stage actress, known as Gay Gibson, shocked post WWII England, and the tabloids were a welcome diversion from the austerity of England in the late 1940s, especially  due to the unusual circumstances of the case. The trial would be more about her past than her stolen future,... Continue Reading →
Episode 64: The Theft of the Saliera
In 2003 a precious sculpture was stolen from the Museum of Art History in Vienna. Was it a meticulously planned heist or was the thief just lucky? And what even is this world famous Saliera exactly, who was the man behind the master piece and how did it end up in Vienna in the first... Continue Reading →
Episode 63: Murder – Theresia Kandl
murder Today Johanna tells Annie about Theresia Kandl, an Austrian murderer, whose story has become almost legend through the years. Did a Theresia carry her dead husband halfway through Vienna? Did she have help? Are her remains really on display at the Kriminalmuseum? Join us as we discuss the life and death of an abused... Continue Reading →
Episode 62: St. Augustine & The Haunted Lighthouse
Annie tells Johanna some of the fascinating history of St. Augustine, the oldest city in the United States. From the 'discovery,' and colonization of Florida by Spain's famed explorers, Juan Ponce de Leon and Pedro Menendez de Aviles, to the first Underground Railroad, of Native people helping escaped slaves find freedom in Fort Mose...through the... Continue Reading →
Episode 61: Mystery – Lars Mittank
In 2014 the 28 year old German tourist Lars Mittank disappears in Bulgaria and nobody knows what happened to him. What might have started with a fight between soccer fans ended in one of the most mysterious missing person cases. If you have any information about the whereabouts of Lars Mittank, please contact your local... Continue Reading →
Episode 60: Macabre – Nova Scotia & The Titanic
macabre In the wake of the recent, tragic, mass shooting event in Nova Scotia, we thought we’d tell our listeners about one of the many times Nova Scotia, and the people of Canada managed to handle a time of crisis with dignity and great care. Canada was, of course, a safe refuge for countless air... Continue Reading →
Episode 59: Mothman & The Silver Bridge Collapse
In today's episode, we discuss the terrible tragedy of the Silver Bridge Collapse, and the local legend of the Mothman, the infamous cryptid who called Point Pleasant, West Virginia, home. What exactly was the Mothman? A monster, a mutant, or the most ineffienct harbinger of doom, ever? Let us know what you think! E59: Mothman
Episode 58: Two Tales of Isolation
This week we want to distract you with two stories of people, who had to suffer through months and years of loneliness, despair and isolation, but who never gave up hope and lived through it. Ada Blackjack and Lt. Onoda Hiroo had to adapt to extremely harsh living conditions, but they just kept going! Outro:... Continue Reading →
Episode 57: Macabre – The hijacking of FedEx 705
macabre This week is the 26th anniversary of the hijacking of Fed Ex flight 705.What should have been a routine flight from Memphis to San Diego became an unbelievable fight for survival in the sky. Today Annie tells Johanna about the hero pilots of flight 705, and a plane that helped save their lives. This... Continue Reading →
Episode 56: We don’t know, how to name this one…Enjoy!
This week we decided to talk about four of the most bizarre moments in history, that hold some humor....dark humor! The unexpected death of Aeschylus, Tycho Brahe's unusual pet, the day Napoleon had to retreat from a fluffy army and the chaos that was the first Olympic marathon on US soil, during the Olympic games... Continue Reading →
Episode 55: Murder – Eva Faschaunerin
murder In this episode we are taking you back to the year 1770, when an Austrian farmer's wife was set on trial for the murder of her husband. They had only been married for a little over a month. Eva Faschaunerin was the last victim of judicial torture in the Habsburg Monarchy. This episode is... Continue Reading →
Episode 54: Murder – The Crawford Family Murders
murder In 1970 Elmer Crawford spent a lot of time planning the murder of his wife and three children...this Family Annihilator almost got away with his plan to play the grieving husband and father...but even though one mistake made it clear he was the killer, would he ever be brought to justice? Annie tells Johanna... Continue Reading →
Episode 53: Mystery – The Bennington Triangle
mystery Vermont is one of the most pastoral picturesque states in America, known for its covered bridges, cheese, stunning fall foliage, delicious maple syrup, winter sports, and a series of mysterious disappearances amd deaths in and around Bennington between 1945 and 1950. The Bennington Triangle is believed to be at the source of the mysterious... Continue Reading →
Episode 52: Mystery – The Enfield Poltergeist
mystery In 1977, the Enfield Poltergeist tormented a North London family and remains, arguably, the most documented poltergeist case to date. Flying LEGO’s and superheated marbles, levitation, apparitions... this case has everything! You voted for this topic for our 1st anniversary episode, so join us as we discuss our listener choice, The Enfield Poltergeist, the... Continue Reading →
Episode 51: Murder – Gertrude, Walter & Ingrid Altreiter
murder This week Johanna tells Annie about the life and crimes of the sadistic Austrian spree killer, Werner Kniesek, and the tragic murder of the Altreiter family. Could these murders have been prevented? This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: https://bestfiends.com/ E51: Kniesek
Episode 50: Murder – Villisca (Part II)
murder In this episode we cover the terrible axe murder that put the small town of Villisca, Iowa on the map. We’ll discuss the murder that destroyed both the Moore family and the Stillinger family, and explore the clues left behind by the killer. We’ll talk about the most likely suspects, and try to decide whether... Continue Reading →
Episode 49: Murder – Villisca (Part I)
murder In 1911 and 1912 there was a series of murders, all near train tracks, through the Rocky Mountains region to the Midwest. Today we discuss these horrific crimes leading up to the axe murders in Villisca. Do you think they are all the same unknown serial killer? This episode is sponsored by Podcorn. For more... Continue Reading →
Introducing – For Life: The Podcast
In 1991, Isaac Wright Jr. was wongfully convicted and faced a life in prison. But he kept going and fought for justice, not only for himself, but also for fellow inmates. After 7 years his charges were finally dismissed and Isaac Wright Jr. set out to study law and to become an advocate for people... Continue Reading →
Episode 48: Murder – The Gladbeck Hostage Crisis
murder 54 hours! That's how long it took to end the Gladbeck Hostage Crisis, that started as a bank robbery gone wrong and ended in three deaths: Emanuele de Giorgi, Silke Bischoff and Ingo Hagen.This week Johanna talks about this crime, that took place in August 1988, and about the role the media played in... Continue Reading →
Episode 47: Macabre – Victorian Death Trip (Part II): Bring out the dead
macabre We're headed back to Victorian London as we discuss John Snow and the discoveries he made regarding the spread of cholera.We discuss horrifically overcrowded cemeteries, body bugs, dancing on the dead at Enon Chapel, and take you on a ride on the London Necropolis Railroad. This episode is sponsored by Ballsy. Use promo code... Continue Reading →
Episode 46: Murder – Barbara Songhurst & Christine Reed
murder In 1953 Teddington, England, was a town buzzing about the upcoming coronation of Elizabeth II. After the long hard years of World War II, the nation was looking forward to celebrating, and very few people in the charming town on the Thames realized a brutal rapist and murderer was on the loose. This is... Continue Reading →
Episode 45: Habsburg Tragedies (Part II)
In the second part, Annie and Johanna talk about the murder of Empress Elisabeth I. in Geneva and the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife, Duchess Sophie in Sarajevo, which ultimately started WW I. E34: Habburg Tragedies part II
Episode 44: Habsburg Tragedies (Part I)
The Habsburg dynasty ruled Austria for 640 years. In this two part episode we focus on the last decades of the dying empire. This week Annie and Johanna talk about the tragic and scandalous deaths of Crown Prince Rudolf and his 17 year old mistress Mary Vetsera. E44: Habsburg part I
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Episode 43: Murder – Dagmar Fuhrich
murder In 1963 a brutal murder took place in the Viennese Staatsoper. The victim of the crime, that shocked the whole nation, was a 10 year old ballet student. E43: Dagmar Fuhrich
Episode 42: Sergeant Al Powell
On December 24, 1988, Sergeant Al Powell, of the LAPD would face the most difficult day of his long and storied career on the force. Join us, as we reflect on the shocking and tragic hostage situation that turned strangers into friends and terrorists into thieves. E42: Al Powell
Episode 41: Macabre – Spontaneous Human Combustion
macabre Wait, is spontaneous combustion really a thing? Annie decides to finally look into the subject of people spontaneously bursting into flame and burning to ash, and she’s going to tell Johanna everything. E41: SHC
Episode 40: Murder – Martha Marek
murder Martha Marek survived a deeply troubling childhood, and emerged a beautiful young woman who loved a nice carpet almost as much as she loved rat poison. Johanna tells Annie a twisted tale of greed, quality carpets, sincerely shocking levels of fraud, and of course...murder. E40: Martha Marek
Episode 39: Greetings from Krampus
In this episode we do not only talk about the Krampus, we also face our childhood holiday traumas and begin to heal. Join Annie and Johanna in this rather chatty episode, when they laugh in the face of the Krampus! E39: Krampus
Episode 38: Macabre – The Cocoanut Grove Fire
macabre On Thanksgiving weekend, after a shocking upset at a Boston Collge vs. Holy Cross football game, the popular night spot, Cocoanut Grove, was the place to see and be seen. What should have been a joyous holiday weekend ended in unimaginable horror. Annie tells the story of one of the most devastating fires in... Continue Reading →
Episode 37: Murder – The Greenbrier Ghost
murder Somewhere along a picturesque highway in the mountains of West Virginia is a sign that reads, “Interred in nearby cemetery is Zona Heaster Shue. Her death in 1897 was presumed natural until her spirit appeared to her mother to describe how she was killed by her husband Edward. Autopsy on the exhumed body verified... Continue Reading →
Episode 36: Mystery – Aeryn Gillern
mystery In 2007 a young man disappeared in Vienna, never to be seen again. Since then his mother is trying to find answers to the question "What happened to Aeryn Gillern?". E36: Aeryn Gillern
Episode 35: Murder – John List, family annihilator
murder It was the biggest crime story in New Jersey since the Lindbergh kidnapping.In 1971, the entire List Family was found murdered, execution style in their sprawling, empty mansion known as Breeze Knoll. The only missing family member was John List, the son, husband and father of the victims. You may have heard this story... Continue Reading →
Episode 34: Halloween Special
In this special episode Annie and Johanna talk about their paranormal encounters and read letters sent in by the audience. E34: Halloween
Episode 33: The Exorcism of Anneliese Michel
The exorcism of Anneliese Michel inspired the film “The Exorcism of Emily Rose". The true story is much more sad, and disturbing than one can imagine. Johanna and Annie cover this incredibly shocking and tragic case. E33: Anneliese Michel
Episode 32: Murder – The Hammersmith Ghost Murder
murder This week Annie tells Johanna the story of the Hammersmith Ghost Murder, a shocking tale of murder and mischief from the early 1800s that may still haunt the area to this day... E32: Hammersmith Ghost Murder
Episode 31: Murder – Armin Meiwes
murder Johanna tells Annie another cannibal story, the third in her German Cannibal trilogy... and now Annie thinks it's time to phase out some of their traditional fairy tales... Join us for yet another disturbing and surprisingly sad story, that leaves Annie and Johanna feeling sorry for everyone involved. E31: Armin Meiwes
Episode 30: Macabre – The Great London Beer Flood
macabre Life in an early 19th century London slum was hell. Until one day, it suddenly became even worse, in the strangest and most surprisingly horrific way. Join us as Annie tells Johanna about the Great London Beer Flood of 1814.
Episode 29: Murder – Evelyn Nesbit
murder Evelyn Nesbit was one of the great American beauties, a Gibson girl who captured many hearts. Two in particular, famed architect Stanford White, and Harry Thaw, bon vivant and heir to a massive fortune, found themselves in a shocking triangle of violence, madness, obsession and, ultimately, murder.
Episode 28: Murder – Carol & Christopher DiMaiti
murder In 1989 Boston was shocked by the brutal, senseless attack on Charles Stuart and his pregnant wife, Carol. Their tragedy was captured by a live television crew, which captivated and horrified the city of Boston, and the nation. E28: Carol & Christopher DiMaiti
Episode 27: Mystery – Frauke Liebs
mystery This week Johanna tells Annie about the mysterious disappearance and death of Frauke Liebs, the chilling and confounding continued phone calls from her, to her loved ones, and her tragic end. Was she another victim of the infamous Höxter Horror House? E27: Frauke Liebs
Episode 26: Murder – Clara Harris & Henry Rathbone
murder Everyone knows the story of the assassination of President Licoln, but what about the story of Clara Harris and Henry Rathbone, the couple who attended the play with them that fateful night? Annie tells Johanna this incredible true story of love, tragedy, madness, murder, and a ghost! This tale has everything, join us as... Continue Reading →
Episode 25: Mystery – The Dyatlov Pass Incident
mystery In February, 1959, 9 hikers from the Ural Polytechnical Institute embarked on a difficult hike into the Ural Mountains… they never came home. Led by Igor Dyatlov, the pass where their bodies were recovered is now know known as the Dyatlov Pass Incident. One of the great mysteries of Soviet era, Johanna & Annie... Continue Reading →
Episode 24: Macabre – Victorian Death Trip
macabre Deadly wallpaper, exploding combs, burning ballerinas, murder bottles, and more macabre stories... Join us on a Victorian Death Trip, where we discuss all the horrible and shocking ways you could die in this fascinating era! E24: Victorian Death Trip
Episode 23: Murder – The Horror House of Höxter
murder Johanna tells Annie about the horror house of Höxter, Germany, where Wilfried and Angelika W. tortured and killed helpless victims. This is an incredibly sad and disturbing tale of abuse and murder. Listener discretion is advised. E23: Höxter
Episode 22: Murder – The Axeman of New Orleans
murder It was about 100 years ago that a killer known as the Axe Man terrorized New Orleans, and demanded that the Crescent City 'jazz it,' or get the axe. Annie & Johanna talk about the terrible attacks rocked the Big Easy and toast a widow who was pushed to the edge. Was the Axe-man... Continue Reading →
Episode 21: Special – International Tales
In a very special episode we break from our usual format, and cover some of the murders, mysteries and macabre stories from countries our listeners are from. In Malta, the murder of Sylvia King and the mysterious elongated skulls found in the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum. In Greece, the 1991 disappearance of 21 month old Ben... Continue Reading →
Episode 20: Murder – Lady of the Dunes
murder In the summer of 1974 a girl and her beagle found the badly decomposed body of a murdered woman in the dunes of Provincetown, Massachusetts, and it remains one of the Cape Cod’s most well known cold cases. Who was this woman? Was Whitey Bulger involved in her death? Might she be an extra... Continue Reading →
Episode 19: Murder – Fritz Haarmann
murder War brings chaos, creating the perfect environment for a serial killer to prey on unsuspecting victims. Join us as Johanna tells Annie about the infamous Fritz Haarmann, who preyed upon post war Germany. This is the second part of her German Cannibal trilogy. E19: Fritz Haarmann
Episode 18: Murder – Lauren Dunne Astley
Annie tells Johanna about the tragic 2011 murder of 18 year old Lauren Astley, which happened on her street in Wayland, Massachusetts. We discuss the issue of breakup violence, especially in teenagers. Please join us as we discuss this terribly senseless murder and it's aftermath. E18: Lauren Dunne Astley
Episode 17: Mystery – YOG’TZE
mystery Johanna covers the mysterious YOG'TZE incident, a mysterious death that has haunted Germany and the rest of Europe since the 80s. Was it murder or madness that caused the mysterious death of Günther Stoll. Don't forget to tell us what you think... E17: YOG'TZE
Episode 16: Mystery – Rebecca Zahau (Part II)
mystery This is the second and final part of the Rebecca Zahau case. In 2011, the affluent beach town of Coronado, California was rocked by not one, but two mysterious deaths, both at the historic Spreckles Mansion. Six year old Max Shacknai suffered a fatal fall, which some to this day believe was no accident.... Continue Reading →
Episode 15: Mystery – Rebecca Zahau (Part I)
mystery In 2011, the affluent beach town of Coronado, California was rocked by not one, but two mysterious deaths, both at the historic Spreckles Mansion. Six year old Max Shacknai suffered a fatal fall, which some to this day believe was no accident. Days later, his father's girlfriend, Rebecca Zahau, was found hanging from a... Continue Reading →
Episode 14: Macabre – The Curse of Tutankhamun
macabre We've been fascinated with mummies for as long as we can remember. Join us as we discuss ancient Egyptian mummification, the strange history of mummies through the Victorian era, and the amazing discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun. Was the boy king murdered, and did opening the tomb unleash a terrible curse? We'll tell... Continue Reading →
Episode 13: Murder – Karl Denke
murder This episode is not for the faint of heart! Johanna tells Annie about the grisley case of Karl Denke, one of the most gruesome cannibal cases in Germany. E13: Karl Denke
Episode 12: Mystery – Natalee Holloway & Stephany Flores Ramirez
mystery Natalee Holloway vanished on the last night of her graduation trip, on the beautiful island of Aruba. Join us as we discuss her infamous and tragic disappearance, as well as the brutal and senseless murder of Stephany Flores Ramirez, by Joren van der Sloot. E12: Natalee Holloway
Episode 11: Murder – The Papin Sisters
murder The shocking story of the Papin sisters is perhaps the most well known, and most horrific case of follie a deux, or twin madness. This famous French case devastated the Lancelin family, and rocked Le Mans, and the rest of Europe. E11: The Papin Sisters
Episode 10: Mystery – Zigmund Adamski
mystery In June of 1980, Zigmund Adamski left his home to walk to the market to buy some produce for dinner. His family never saw him alive again. His body was found five days later, with strange burns, partially dressed and lying on his back on a pile of coal. What on Earth happened to... Continue Reading →
Episode 9: Murder – Hinterkaifeck
murder Annie thought she knew everything about the gruesome and baffling Hinterkaifek case, until she covered it with Johanna, who speaks German. This unsolved family massacre is haunting and perplexing, creepy and disturbing. Join us as we go over this infamous and terrible unsolved case. E09: Hinterkaifeck
Episode 8: Mystery – The Lindbergh Baby (Part II)
mystery Annie realized she didn't actually know this story, so she decided to cover it and learn everything. In part two we cover popular theories and the trial of Bruno Richard Hauptman, who many believe was innocent to this day. Join us for a deep dive on this infamous case. E08: The Lindbergh Baby (part... Continue Reading →
Episode 7: Mystery – The Lindbergh Baby (Part I)
mystery Annie realized she didn't actually know this story, so she decided to cover it and learn everything. In part one we cover the history of the Lindbergh's and why they'd be a target for a kidnapping. We also talk about the kidnapping itself, the bizarre series of ransom notes, and the tragic conclusion. We... Continue Reading →
Episode 6: Mmmhistory – The Bounty (Part II)
mmmhistory The true story of the mutiny on The Bounty is one of Joanna's favorite true stories of adventure and betrayal. Annie thought it was about pirates, and when she found it was not, she begged Johanna to cover it on the podcast. Join us for the second and final part of an absolutely harrowing tale... Continue Reading →
Episode 5: Mmmhistory – The Bounty (Part I)
mmmhistory The true story of the mutiny on The Bounty is one of Joanna's favorite true stories of adventure and betrayal. Annie thought it was about pirates, and when she found it was not, she begged Johanna to cover it on the podcast. Join us for an absolutely harrowing tale of duty, honor and betrayal at... Continue Reading →
Episode 4: Murder-Wakefield
murder In 1908 Hiram Badger went on a shooting rampage down Main Street in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The quaint Boston suburb was shocked by the violent events of the day, but his worst deeds were yet to be discovered... Join us for this terribly tragic story of madness and murder. E04: The Wakefield Murders
Episode 3: Macabre – Jersey Maneater
macabre In the summer of 1916, a series of shark attacks rocked the busy beaches of the New Jersey shore, where swimmers had previously believed that sharks never attacked people. But surely you'd be safe miles from the ocean, swimming in a freshwater creek? Think again. Â You've heard it mentioned in the movie JAWS, this... Continue Reading →
Episode 2: Murder-Bleistiftmörder
murder Johanna tells Annie about the cold case that haunted her childhood in Austria. In 1973 9 year old Gabi was walking home from school and never made it home. Her body was found in the park close to her home and the details of the brutal, bizarre crime will leave you cold cold cold... The... Continue Reading →
Episode 1: Murder-Smuttynose
murder Years before Lizzie Borden took an axe, another terrible axe murder shocked the New England coast. This is the story that inspired the book The Weight of Water, by Anita Shreve, and the film that followed. Join us as we tell you the harrowing true tale of murder, greed, and survival, and the devastating,... Continue Reading →
Teaser: Introduction
Listen to this little teaser episode, where we talk about ourselves, where we are from and how we ended up fascinated by murder, mysteries and the macabre. You will also learn why beagles are not dogs, why Annie scares her husband and how we both ended up in prison! Teaser: Introduction