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Fresh Hell Podcast
Two women, from opposite sides of the Atlantic, talk about murder, mystery and the macabre.
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Om podden
Two women, from opposite sides of the Atlantic, talk about murder, mystery and the macabre. This is your award winning, international true crime podcast, hosted by Annie and Johanna.
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E279: Nellie Bly (part I)
25 april 2025 |
51 min
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 and even fewer rights. In this episode, we’re going back to the beginning: the poverty, the abusive stepfather, the letter that launched her career, and the fight to be taken seriously in a newsroom that didn’t want women there at all. This is the story of how Nellie broke in — and why no one ever forgot her once she did.
Nellie Bly,Pittsburgh Dispatch,feminist history,women journalists,19th century journalism,Elizabeth Cochrane,women's rights,Gilded Age,undercover reporting,Joseph Pulitzer,New York World,Blackwell's Island,Fresh Hell,podcast,true crime adjacent,history podcast,women in history, investigative journalism
E278: MACABRE - See You Next Doomsday
18 april 2025 |
75 min
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 this special palate cleanser episode, Annie and Johanna walk us through some of the weirdest, funniest, and most deeply unserious doomsday predictions in history.
We'll cover the Great Flood that never came in 1524, London’s fire-and-666-fueled apocalypse panic in 1666, the comet hysteria of 1910 (featuring anti-comet pills), Y2K’s spreadsheet Armageddon, and yes, that time in 2012 when everyone thought the Maya were trying to kill us with a calendar. Add in some cults, bunkers, misinterpreted prophecies, and more than a few tinfoil hats, and you've got a full tour of the world's many failed finales.
Spoiler alert: we’re still here.
apocalypse, doomsday predictions, failed prophecies, end of the world, Halley’s Comet, Y2K, Mayan calendar, 2012 panic, Stöffler flood, Great Fire of London, Fifth Monarchists, cults, comet panic, Jehovah’s Witnesses 1914, doomsday cults, doomsday prepping, comet pills, planetary alignment, funny history, weird history, mass hysteria, Fresh Hell Podcast, Annie and Johanna, historical panic, end times, apocalypse myths, failed apocalypse
E277: MYSTERY - The Missing Children of Pirmasens
11 april 2025 |
60 min
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 were between 9 and 10 years old. All vanished on a Friday. And to this day, not a single clue has been found.
In this episode, we revisit one of Germany’s most haunting cold cases. We’ll examine what we know about the disappearances, the man once known as the Waldmensch, the theories that still linger, and a documentary project by Eveline’s own cousin that’s keeping the case in the public eye more than 60 years later.
This is the story of a town that never got its answers—and of three families left with nothing but silence.
Fresh Hell Podcast, True Crime Germany, Pirmasens, Walter Broschat, Klaus-Dieter Stark, Eveline Lübbert, Missing children, German cold cases, 1960s, Waldmensch, Rasterfahndung, Southwest Germany, Unsolved mysteries, Child disappearances, German true crime, Henry Hauck, Spurlos Doku, Pfalz
E276: MURDER - Dorothy Stratten
4 april 2025 |
59 min
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 Hollywood’s most disturbing murder cases. We trace Dorothy’s rise from a Dairy Queen in Vancouver to the pages of Playboy, her toxic relationship with Paul Snider, her affair with director Peter Bogdanovich, and the events that led to her brutal murder in 1980 at just 20 years old.
We also talk about the dangerous power dynamics behind the glamour of the Playboy Mansion, Bogdanovich’s fierce criticism of Hugh Hefner, and the lasting legacy of a young woman whose life was cut short by control, obsession, and violence.
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United States:
National Domestic Violence Hotline: Available 24/7 for confidential support. Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.org.
Office on Violence Against Women (OVW): Provides resources and information for survivors. Visit justice.gov/ovw/resources-for-survivors.
DomesticShelters.org: Offers a comprehensive directory of shelters and service providers across the U.S. Access it at domesticshelters.org.
Austria:
Women's Helpline Against Violence (Frauenhelpline): A 24/7 confidential service for women experiencing violence. Call 0800 222 555 or visit frauenhelpline.at.
International:
UN Women – Ending Violence Against Women: Offers global resources and information on combating gender-based violence. Visit unwomen.org/en/what-we-do/ending-violence-against-women.
International Directory of Domestic Violence Agencies: A global listing of DV agencies for various countries. Access it at hotpeachpages.net.
Remember, reaching out is a vital step toward safety and support. These organizations are equipped to assist and guide you through the process.
Dorothy Stratten, Paul Snider, Peter Bogdanovich, Playboy, Hugh Hefner, Playmate of the Year, They All Laughed, STAR 80, femicide, domestic violence, true crime, Hollywood murder, 1980s, Playboy Mansion, Hefner criticism, Great Playmate Hunt, murder-suicide, exploitation of women, tragic celebrity deaths, Fresh Hell Podcast
E275: MURDER - Lizzie Halliday (part V)
28 mars 2025 |
65 min
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, and ultimately stabbing a beloved young nurse more than 200 times in what would become the first recorded line-of-duty death of a female law enforcement officer in the U.S.
Along the way, Lizzie makes a claim to her murdered husband’s pension, attempts to set multiple fires, and spins wild tales of murderous gangs and poisoned whiskey. We also hear from journalist Nellie Bly, who sits face-to-face with Lizzie—and walks away unconvinced by her claims of madness.
How many people did Lizzie really kill? We may never know. But it’s clear that, even behind bars, she was never finished causing harm.
Lizzie Halliday, female serial killer, true crime, historical crime, 19th-century crime, Matteawan Asylum, Nellie Bly, Paul Halliday, Sarah Jane McQuillan, Margaret McQuillan, Nelly Wickes, first woman electric chair, American history, murder trial, criminally insane, Fresh Hell Podcast
E274: MURDER - Lizzie Halliday (part IV)
21 mars 2025 |
51 min
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 figuratively—they uncover even more horrors. Lizzie Halliday remains in custody, shifting between moments of eerie calm and violent outbursts, but she isn’t done hiding evidence just yet.
Meanwhile, the identities of the two murdered women are finally revealed, linking Lizzie’s crimes back to an old family connection. And as investigators follow the trail of missing persons, the question remains—just how many victims did Lizzie leave in her wake?
Lizzie Halliday, serial killer, true crime, historical crime, 19th-century crime, female killers, New York murders, Paul Halliday, Sarah Jane McQuillan, Margaret McQuillan, hidden bodies, buried secrets, mental asylum, insanity plea, arson, fraud, deception, crime history, Fresh Hell Podcast
E273: MURDER - Lizzie Halliday (part III)
14 mars 2025 |
61 min
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 turn. After a year in a mental institution, Lizzie is released back into the care of her much older husband, Paul Halliday. His family and neighbors are already wary of her, and with good reason. Fires, violent outbursts, and unexplained disappearances follow wherever Lizzie goes.
When Paul vanishes without a trace, his family and neighbors start asking questions. The authorities arrive at the farm to search for him, but what they uncover is far worse than anyone imagined. And Paul? He isn’t the only one missing.
Listen now on your favorite podcast app. #FreshHellPodcast
Lizzie Halliday, serial killer, true crime, historical crime, 19th-century crime, female killers, New York murders, arson, horse theft, con artist, insurance fraud, Paul Halliday, missing persons, farm murder, asylum escape, violent outbursts, hidden bodies, Fresh Hell Podcast
E272: MURDER - Lizzie Halliday (part II)
7 mars 2025 |
53 min
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 new homes, and setting literal fires along the way. She takes her insurance fraud scheme to new levels, makes a scene at her father’s grave, and leaves a path of destruction across the Northeast. Meanwhile, a traveling peddler is found murdered in the Shawangunk Mountains, and Lizzie starts spending time with a new crowd. By the time she crosses paths with Paul Halliday, her next husband and soon-to-be victim, things are about to get much, much worse.
Lizzie Halliday, serial killer, true crime, 19th-century crime, female killers, historical murder, New York crime, arson, insurance fraud, con artist, scammer, peddler murder, Shawangunk Mountains, Romani history, Paul Halliday, Philadelphia fire, prison escape, Fresh Hell Podcast
E271: MURDER - Lizzie Halliday (part I)
28 februari 2025 |
51 min
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 episode, we look at her early years—from her family’s immigration from Ireland to her first marriages and the, let’s say, unfortunate fates of the men in her life. Lizzie had a habit of marrying quickly, fighting dirty, and possibly poisoning anyone who got in her way. With lawsuits, accusations, and more than a few suspicious deaths, it’s clear that Lizzie was not your average 19th-century housewife.
Lizzie Halliday, serial killer, true crime, 19th-century crime, historical murder, female killers, New York history, Irish immigrants, Victorian crime, marriage scams, arsenic, Nellie Bly, Fresh Hell Podcast
E270: MURDER - The Säntis Double Murder
21 februari 2025 |
60 min
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 isolated weather station. Their killer? A man they knew, a man who had once wanted Heinrich’s job, and a man who decided to settle his grudge in the most violent way possible.
Säntis double murder, Gregor Kreuzpointner, Heinrich Haas, Magdalena Haas, 1922 murder, Swiss true crime, historical crime, mountain murder, jealousy and revenge, Swiss mystery, double homicide, Säntis weather station, true crime podcast, Fresh Hell, Annie and Johanna, alpine tragedy, Switzerland murder case, orphaned daughters, historical investigation, man without a grave, snow-covered secrets.
E269: This Is The Saddest Show (part II)
14 februari 2025 |
58 min
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 who inspired Freaks (1932), a beloved and misunderstood figure of the sideshow world. Krao, the so-called “Missing Link,” whose life challenges the cruel narratives forced upon her. Myrtle Corbin, the "Four-Legged Girl from Texas," who defied expectations and lived on her own terms. And the Two-Headed Nightingale, Millie and Christine McKoy, twin sisters who endured slavery, exploitation, and eventually reclaimed their voices—literally and figuratively.
These were real people with real lives beyond the stage. Their stories are heartbreaking, shocking, and sometimes unexpectedly uplifting. Who profited from their existence? How did they navigate a world that both exploited and celebrated them? And what became of them after the applause faded?
Step right up for the final chapter in our exploration of the history, myths, and realities of the sideshow.
Freak Shows, human oddities, sideshow history, Schlitzie, Freaks (1932), microcephaly, exploitation, circus history, Victorian sideshows, 19th-century performers, 20th-century sideshows, freak show ethics, missing link hoaxes, Krao Farini, human zoos, Myrtle Corbin, dipygus, conjoined twins, Two-Headed Nightingale, Millie and Christine McKoy, P.T. Barnum, medical anomalies, disability and entertainment, tragic lives, forgotten history, sideshow legends, circus performers, American history, human curiosity, spectacle vs. humanity.
E268: This Is The Saddest Show (part I)
7 februari 2025 |
64 min
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 Woman.’
Chang and Eng weren’t just a medical curiosity—they were brilliant businessmen, plantation owners, and, oh yeah, enslavers. Their story is full of contradictions—two men who were once paraded as human oddities but ended up profiting off of the very same system that exploited them.
And then there’s Julia Pastrana. Her story? No happy endings. Labeled “The Ugliest Woman in the World”, Julia was abused, exploited, and even put on display after her death—because apparently, 19th-century showmen didn’t believe in letting their performers stay dead.
These are the stories of three performers whose lives couldn’t have been more different—but both prove one thing: once the world decides you’re an exhibit, getting your humanity back is nearly impossible!
E267: MACABRE - This Is The Greatest Show (part III)
31 januari 2025 |
59 min
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 road to his partnership with James A. Bailey, we explore how Barnum turned entertainment into an empire. And of course, we wrap up with the ultimate Barnum move—reading his own obituary before he died. Love him or hate him, Barnum left a legacy that changed the entertainment world forever."
Barnum, The Greatest Show on Earth, James A. Bailey, circus, freak show, Tom Thumb, Jumbo, PT Barnum, Barnum & Bailey, philanthropy, widow, second marriage, politics, Bridgeport, Connecticut, obituary, showman, spectacle, entertainment history, 19th century, traveling circus, legacy
E266: MACABRE - This Is the Greatest Show (part II)
24 januari 2025 |
56 min
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 General Tom Thumb became a global star, and the controversy around Joice Heth. There’s also the devastating fire that destroyed the museum(s), Barnum’s first steps into the circus world, and the personal losses he endured, including the death of his wife, Charity. It’s all about setbacks, scandals, and spectacle as Barnum’s story keeps surprising us.
P.T. Barnum, Scudder’s American Museum, Barnum’s American Museum, General Tom Thumb, Joice Heth, Feejee Mermaid, museum fire, Charity Hallett, Nancy Fish, traveling circus, Greatest Show on Earth, 19th-century entertainment, spectacle, scandal, personal loss, innovation, resilience
E265: MACABRE - This Is The Greatest Show (part I)
17 januari 2025 |
54 min
In this episode, we begin our deep dive into the fascinating and controversial life of P.T. Barnum, the man who revolutionized entertainment and gave the world The Greatest Show on Earth. But before we can fully understand Barnum’s impact, we need to explore the history that paved the way for his success: the origins of freak shows.
We trace the roots of these spectacles back to ancient and medieval times, when human oddities were displayed at royal courts, religious festivals, and marketplaces. Over time, these traditions evolved into cabinets of curiosities and traveling fairs, where both artifacts and unique individuals were presented to entertain and educate the public. By the 19th century, freak shows became commercialized, especially with the rise of permanent attractions and traveling circuses.
We also take a hard look at the more troubling aspects of this history, like human zoos and ethnological exhibitions, which exploited colonized peoples and perpetuated harmful stereotypes under the guise of science and education.
With this context, we turn our focus to Barnum, who used his talent for promotion and storytelling to capitalize on the public’s curiosity. From hoaxes like the Feejee Mermaid to genuine stars like General Tom Thumb, Barnum’s American Museum became a landmark of 19th-century entertainment. And while he was a master showman, his career also raises questions about exploitation and ethics that resonate even today.
We round out the episode with a glimpse into Barnum’s personal life, including his marriage to Charity Hallett, the woman who stood by him during his early years as he built his empire.
P.T. Barnum, freak shows, history of freak shows, cabinets of curiosities, traveling fairs, human zoos, ethnological exhibitions, Feejee Mermaid, General Tom Thumb, American Museum, exploitation, showmanship, Charity Hallett, 19th-century entertainment, spectacle, public fascination, Barnum’s personal life
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SPECIAL: New Year - New Binge (part II)
10 januari 2025 |
94 min
Welcome, true-crime lovers, to New Year, New Binge 2025 Edition! What you’ll find included is your guide to an exciting lineup of podcasts that will make 2025 your best year for listening yet. New Years is a time for resolutions, and mine is simple: to share with you the most captivating, chilling, and downright binge-worthy true-crime podcasts. Whether you’re looking to uncover unsolved mysteries or dive into deep investigative storytelling, I’ve got you covered.
Be sure to follow all of the podcasts you enjoyed so you never miss a new episode. Podcasts are listed below in the order in which you will be introduced to them:
Coffee and Cases Podcast https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases
Heart Starts Pounding https://www.heartstartspounding.com/
Mortal Musings Podcast https://linktr.ee/mortalmusingspodcast
True Crime Creepers https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeCreepers
Private Dicks Podcast https://linktr.ee/privatedicksTwisted Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast
SPECIAL: New Year - New Binge (part I)
6 januari 2025 |
81 min
Welcome, true-crime lovers, to New Year, New Binge 2025 Edition! What you’ll find included is your guide to an exciting lineup of podcasts that will make 2025 your best year for listening yet. New Years is a time for resolutions, and mine is simple: to share with you the most captivating, chilling, and downright binge-worthy true-crime podcasts. Whether you’re looking to uncover unsolved mysteries or dive into deep investigative storytelling, I’ve got you covered.
Be sure to follow all of the podcasts you enjoyed so you never miss a new episode. Podcasts are listed below in the order in which you will be introduced to them:
Episode 1:
Reverie True Crime https://linktr.ee/paigeelmore
Fresh Hell Podcast https://freshhellpodcast.com/
Malice https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/malice-a-true-crime-podcast/id1471251398
Women & Crime https://www.womenandcrimepodcast.com
True Crimecast https://linktr.ee/truecrimecast
The Dark Oak Podcast thedarkoak.com
E264: Do You Hear What I Hear? (It's NOT Santa!)
20 december 2024 |
50 min
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 very specific rules wasn’t followed, and the result was something no one in town could have imagined. We’ll talk about what happened that night, how things went so catastrophically wrong, and why you might want to double-check your own holiday traditions. It’s a holiday story, but definitely not the cozy kind.
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E263: Christmas in Sandwich
13 december 2024 |
41 min
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 about the Christmas night murder of 15-year-old Daniel Fogarty Jr. in 1857, the mob mentality fueled by alcohol and gambling, and the tragic events that led to his untimely death. Along the way, Annie explores the fascinating history of Sandwich, from its Puritan roots and glass-making legacy to its evolution into the charming town it is today. A poignant tale of history, tragedy, and resilience, perfect for the holiday season.
- Sandwich Massachusetts
- Christmas night murder
- Daniel Fogarty Jr.
- Jarvesville
- Cape Cod history
- Boston & Sandwich Glass Company
- Puritans and Pilgrims
- 19th-century crime
- Cape Cod tourism
- New England history
- Christmas tragedies
- Deming Jarves
- Quaker tolerance
- Plum Pudding Riots
- Historic Sandwich sites
E262: Robert Syrokowski
6 december 2024 |
49 min
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 night in 2002, 18-year-old Robert disappeared after leaving a nightclub and was later found dead, struck by a car in the middle of a desolate road. But this was no mere accident—it was the result of a series of shocking failures by the very people meant to protect him.
We explore how Robert’s night spiraled out of control, from his disoriented wanderings, to the police officers who abandoned him miles from help, dismissing their duty of care.
This heartbreaking story covers systemic failures, police accountability, and the devastating ripple effects of a preventable tragedy. It’s a case that forces us to ask: How could so many people fail one vulnerable young man? And how do we ensure this never happens again?
Robert Syrkowski
Schleswig-Holstein
Die Ziegelei nightclub
Police negligence
Hypothermia
Paradoxical undressing
Krumesser Heide
Negligent manslaughter
Police trial
Systemic failure
Duty of care
German legal system
Fresh Hell podcast
True crime Germany
Rural tragedy
E261: MURDER - The Bloody Benders (part II)
29 november 2024 |
52 min
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 of their brutality, and we share stories of those who narrowly escaped their deadly trap. We also look at their dramatic flight from justice, the many theories surrounding their mysterious disappearance, and the possible role of vigilante groups in their fate. Finally, we explore how the Benders’ crimes shaped Kansas folklore, inspired true crime tourism, and continue to fascinate people today.
- Bloody Benders
- Kansas history
- Labette County
- Serial killer family
- Frontier murders
- Trapdoor cellar
- Bender inn
- Missing travelers
- True crime legends
- Vigilante justice
- Escape and disappearance
- Historical markers
- Kansas folklore
- True crime tourism
- 19th-century crimes
- Survivors of crime
- Criminal psychology
- Hammer murders
E260: MURDER - The Bloody Benders (part I)
22 november 2024 |
49 min
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 Labette County and the dark secrets concealed behind their seemingly ordinary inn on the Osage Trail. We explore the family’s unsettling behavior, the growing rumors about disappearances along the trail, and how the mysterious vanishing of Dr. William H. York became the key to exposing a horrifying truth. Join us as we reveal the eerie setup of the Benders’ inn and the wave of fear that pushed a community to seek justice.
- Bloody Benders
- Kansas 1870s
- Osage Trail
- Serial killer family
- Labette County
- Dr. William York
- Homestead Act
- Frontier murders
- Bender inn
- American true crime
- Vigilante justice
- Missing travelers
- 19th-century crime
- Kansas history
E259: MISSING - Last Seen....
15 november 2024 |
68 min
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 only Thompkins' disappearance fits within the so-called "Missing 411" phenomenon—a term used to describe unusual and often inexplicable disappearances in wilderness areas.
Each story shines a light on the inexplicable elements surrounding their disappearances, inviting listeners to ponder how three seemingly ordinary days could end with these three men vanishing without a trace. We examine the strange circumstances, theories, and lasting impact on families desperate for answers.
- Christopher Thompkins
- Christopher Matthew Kerze
- Steven Clark
- Missing 411
- Unsolved disappearances
- Wilderness vanishings
- Mysterious cases
- Unexplained missing persons
- Abandoned belongings
- Last known whereabouts
- Family search for answers
- Investigation standstill
- Disappeared without a trace
- Wilderness mysteries
- Cold cases
- True crime
- Eagan, Minnesota
- Ellerslie, Georgia
- Saltburn-by-the-Sea, England
E258: Halloween Special 2024 (part II)
31 oktober 2024 |
46 min
E257: Halloween Special 2024
25 oktober 2024 |
44 min
E256: The Ghosts of Jeopardy (part III): Pausanias & "Mad" Anthony Wayne
18 oktober 2024 |
54 min
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 restless ghost reportedly wanders to this day. From ancient Greece to post-Revolutionary War America, we explore the eerie tales that have kept these spirits alive in folklore. Is it guilt that keeps them from finding peace, or something far more sinister?
- Pausanias
- Mad Anthony Wayne
- Haunted generals
- Ghost stories
- Military ghosts
- Revolutionary War hauntings
- Spartan hauntings
- Pausanias ghost
- Mad Anthony Wayne ghost
- Cursed spirits
- Haunted legends
- Supernatural history
- Restless spirits
- Historical hauntings
- Paranormal military stories
- Eerie folklore
- Post-Revolutionary War ghost
- Ghost sightings
- Haunted battlefield
- Ghost of Pausanias
- Mad Anthony’s haunting
E255: MYSTERY - The Ghosts of Jeopardy (part II): The Hotel Chelsea
11 oktober 2024 |
64 min
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 episode, Johanna and Ingrid explore the eerie tales of the hotel’s past residents—some of whom never checked out. From the tragic death of punk rock icon Sid Vicious' girlfriend Nancy Spungen to the lingering spirits of famous artists, writers, and musicians, we'll uncover the dark side of this bohemian haven. Is the Chelsea Hotel just haunted by the memory of its past, or are there actual spirits wandering its halls?
- Hotel Chelsea ghosts
- Haunted New York City hotels
- Sid Vicious and Nancy Spungen
- Bohemian haven
- Ghost stories in NYC
- Famous hauntings
- Artists, writers, musicians at Hotel Chelsea
- Paranormal activity
- Legendary residents
- Hotel Chelsea history
- Dylan Thomas
- Leonard Cohen
- Titanic
E254: MYSTERY - The Ghosts of Jeopardy (part I): Abigail Adams, Marilyn Monroe and Montgomery Clift
4 oktober 2024 |
58 min
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 the first part, we discuss the most famous laundry ghost in the White House, Abigail Adams. Then, we explore the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, home to the mirror ghost of Marilyn Monroe, and the eerie 2 a.m. bugle concerts of Montgomery Clift!
- Haunted
- Ghosts
- Spirits
- Apparitions
- Supernatural
- Paranormal activity
- Hotel
- Roosevelt Hotel
- White House
- Abigail Adams
- First Lady
- Marilyn Monroe
- Montgomery Clift
- Misfits
- Hollywood
- LA
- Academy Awards
- Jeopardy
- Halloween
- Spooky
- Creepy
- Eerie
E253: MURDER - Elfriede Blauensteiner (part III)
27 september 2024 |
52 min
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 trials, the chilling courtroom moments, and the final verdict that sealed her fate. As we follow her journey behind bars, we’ll also explore her time in prison, the media frenzy that followed, and ultimately, her death. Was justice truly served? Find out in this gripping conclusion.
- Elfriede Blauensteiner
- Black Widow
- serial killer
- investigation
- trial
- verdict
- Austrian crime
- life sentence
- prison
- death
E252: MURDER - Elfriede Blauensteiner (part II)
20 september 2024 |
43 min
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 look at the chilling details of her life as a serial killer, driven by greed and a deadly addiction to gambling. Discover how she preyed on her victims, manipulated wills, and used lethal doses of medications to ensure their deaths appeared natural. Join us as we delve into the sinister motives behind her crimes, and the cold, calculated methods that earned her the infamous title: The Black Widow of Vienna.
- Elfriede Blauensteiner
- Serial killer
- Black Widow of Vienna
- Second husband Rudolf Blauensteiner
- Murders
- Greed and gambling addiction
- Manipulated wills
- Euglucon poisoning
- Antidepressants overdose
- True crime
- Austrian crime
E251: MURDER - Elfriede Blauensteiner (part I)
13 september 2024 |
33 min
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 II. In this episode, we explore her difficult upbringing, her troubled first marriage, and her eventual meeting with Rudolf Blauensteiner, her second husband. But this is no story of redemption—Blauensteiner would later become a notorious serial killer with a dangerous addiction to gambling. These early years set the foundation for the darker chapters of her life yet to come.
Elfriede Blauensteiner, serial killer, Great Depression, Vienna 1931, World War II, difficult childhood, cold mother, first marriage, divorce, Rudolf Blauensteiner, second husband, gambling addiction, Austrian history, early life challenges.
E250: Fresh Hell Pet Hall of Fame - Unusual Friendships
6 september 2024 |
57 min
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 explore the touching stories of Chito and Pocho, the Costa Rican fisherman and his beloved crocodile; Molly and Peggy, the unlikely duo of a rescued magpie and a playful Staffy; Jane Goodall and David Greybeard, the deep bond between a chimpanzee and her human guardian; and Sphen and Magic, the iconic gay penguin couple who showed the world that love transcends gender and species.
Discover the science, mystery, and magic behind these surprising relationships, and how they challenge what we think we know about the animal kingdom.
- Interspecies friendships
- Unlikely animal friendships
- Cross-species bonds
- Chito and Pocho
- Molly the magpie and Peggy the dog
- Sphen and Magic penguins
- Jane Goodall
- Emotional connections in animals
- Animal behavior
- Compassion in the animal kingdom
- Unusual animal relationships
- Heartwarming animal stories
- Love beyond species
- Animal companionship
- Science of animal friendships
E249: The Curse of the Iceman (part II)
23 augusti 2024 |
63 min
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 of his violent death, and the eerie curse that some believe haunts those who’ve come into contact with him. From the meticulous preservation of his body in the South Tyrol Museum to the decades-long legal battle over the finder's reward, we cover every twist in the tale. Tune in to discover how a 5,300-year-old mummy continues to fascinate and perplex us today.
- Ötzi the Iceman
- Final days
- Last meal
- Violent death
- Curse of Ötzi
- South Tyrol Museum
- Legal battle
- Finder’s reward
- Archaeological discovery
- Prehistoric Europe
E248: The Curse of the Iceman (part I)
16 augusti 2024 |
52 min
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 Alps, Ötzi’s well-preserved body and unique wardrobe give us a fascinating glimpse into life over 5,000 years ago. Join us as we explore the practical yet innovative clothing Ötzi wore, from his fur coat to his grass-stuffed shoes, and learn how these ancient garments were crafted for survival in a brutal alpine environment.
Ötzi the Iceman, Copper Age, prehistoric clothing, ancient fashion, survival gear, Ötztal Alps, archaeology, mummy, fur coat, ancient textiles, Stone Age fashion, alpine survival, prehistoric tools, leather craftsmanship, ancient history, preservation, Annie and Johanna, Fresh Hell podcast, ancient innovation, ancient footwear, Ötzi discovery.
E247: The Fresh Hell Guide to the Olympic Games
9 augusti 2024 |
63 min
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 other, from the scandalous tug-of-war showdown to the marathon madness where shortcuts and cyclists played starring roles. Discover how the British Royals set the modern marathon distance. We also touch on the roots of the Olympic tradition, tracing back to the ancient Games. Whether you're a history buff or just love a good sports story, this episode has it all.
1900 Paris Olympics, ancient Olympics, marathon distance history, tug-of-war Olympics, British Royals marathon, Olympic controversies, Michel Théato, Olympic marathon scandal, early Olympic Games, quirky Olympic history, Olympic Games 1900, ancient Greek sports, sports history podcast, marathon origins, Olympic curiosities, early modern Olympics, Paris World’s Fair, Olympic rowing scandal, sports podcast Pierre de Coubertin
Summer Special: Hot Pursuit (part II)
2 augusti 2024 |
108 min
Welcome to Hot Pursuit, a summer true-crime collaboration, where we dive deep into the world of true crime. We’ve gathered many incredible true-crime podcasters to bring you a multi-part series that’s all about the heat of the chase. We'll explore cases where justice was relentlessly pursued, delve into crimes that occurred during the scorching summer months, and highlight cold cases that desperately need some heating up. From heart-pounding pursuits to stories of perseverance and determination, this collaborative effort aims to shed light on cases that have captivated the public’s imagination and those that need your attention now more than ever.
In episode 2 you’ll hear from the following podcasters (in order); if you enjoy listening, please check out their podcasts by clicking their link below:
The Dark Oak Podcast The Dark Oak | Podcast on Spotifythedarkoak.comKey to the Case https://linktr.ee/keytothecaseTrue Crime Creepers https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeCreepersVintage Homicide https://linktr.ee/vintagehomicidepodcastExcuse Me, That’s Illegal www.linktr.ee/excusemethatsillegal.podBeyond the Rainbow https://beyondtherainbowpodcast.comMurder and Mimosas https://linktr.ee/murder.mimosas.pod?utm_source=linktree_admin_shareCoffee and Cases https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcasesMethod and Madness Method & Madness Podcast (methodandmadnesspodcast.com)
Summer Special: Hot Pursuit (part I)
26 juli 2024 |
104 min
Welcome to Hot Pursuit, a summer true-crime collaboration, where we dive deep into the world of true crime. We’ve gathered many incredible true-crime podcasters to bring you a multi-part series that’s all about the heat of the chase. We'll explore cases where justice was relentlessly pursued, delve into crimes that occurred during the scorching summer months, and highlight cold cases that desperately need some heating up. From heart-pounding pursuits to stories of perseverance and determination, this collaborative effort aims to shed light on cases that have captivated the public’s imagination and those that need your attention now more than ever.
In episode 1 you’ll hear from the following podcasters (in order); if you enjoy listening, please check out their podcasts by clicking their link below:
Fresh Hell https://freshhellpodcast.com/
The Trail Went Cold https://www.trailwentcold.com/Suffer the Little Children https://linktr.ee/stlcpodMusic City 911 https://musiccity911.com/Already Gone https://www.instagram.com/alreadygonepod/Sirens: A Southern True Crime Podcast Https://bit.ly/TheSirensNetwork
Www.thesirenspodcast.comEverything Scary https://linktr.ee/everythingscaryPrivate Dicks https://linktr.ee/privatedicks
E246: Jim Jones & the Peoples Temple (part IV)
12 juli 2024 |
64 min
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 harrowing events that culminated in the Jonestown massacre. Discover the challenges of life in the isolated settlement, the increasing paranoia and control exerted by Jones, and the tragic visit by Congressman Leo Ryan. This episode captures the final, tragic chapter of Jonestown and its devastating impact.
Jim Jones, Peoples Temple, Jonestown massacre, Guyana, Leo Ryan, cult tragedy, mass suicide, Jonestown settlement, final days, isolation, control, paranoia, Congressman visit, 1978 tragedy, cult leader, communal living, historical events, true crime.
E245: Jim Jones & the Peoples Temple (part III)
5 juli 2024 |
52 min
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 media scrutiny intensified, Jones leased land in Guyana to create Jonestown, a supposed utopian society. This episode explores the controversial move to South America and the beginning of life in Jonestown, setting the stage for future events.
Keywords:
Jim Jones, Peoples Temple, Jonestown, 1970s, Guyana, media scrutiny, allegations, abuse, manipulation, utopian society, communal living, relocation, social justice, cult, investigative journalism, jungle settlement.
E244: Jim Jones & the Peoples Temple (part II)
28 juni 2024 |
57 min
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, to the scandalous sexual assault allegations in the 1970s that precipitated the move to Guyana. Discover how Jones' marriage influenced his burgeoning ministry, his founding of the Peoples Temple, and the expansion of his influence. We'll delve into the dark and controversial aspects of his leadership, including the manipulative tactics he used to maintain control over his followers and the allegations that threatened to unravel his carefully constructed world. Join us as we trace the rise and fall of Jim Jones, leading up to the dramatic exodus to the remote jungle of Guyana.
Jim Jones, Peoples Temple, Jonestown Massacre, Jim Jones wife Marceline, Jim Jones marriage, sexual assault allegations, move to Guyana, cult leader, charismatic preacher, religious cult, 1970s scandals, Peoples Temple history, true crime, cult manipulation, leadership tactics, Guyana exodus, Jim Jones controversy, rise and fall, cult dynamics, biography, podcast episode, religious movements, Jim Jones scandals, cult control
E243: Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple (part I)
21 juni 2024 |
49 min
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. Join us as we explore his childhood in rural Indiana, the influence of his parents, and the formative experiences that shaped his path. From his upbringing and early fascination with religion and social issues to his high school years and burgeoning leadership skills, we'll uncover the roots of a his personality.
Tune in for an in-depth look at the childhood and upbringing of Jim Jones, shedding light on the factors that influenced his journey from a small-town boy to a charismatic and dangerous cult leader.
Jim Jones, Peoples Temple, Jonestown Massacre, Jim Jones childhood, Jim Jones upbringing, cult leader, rural Indiana, Jim Jones parents, high school, early life, charismatic leader, religious influence, social issues, 20th century history, biography, true crime, cult history, podcast episode, formative years, Jim Jones education.
E241: The Assassination of President James A. Garfield (part III)
7 juni 2024 |
50 min
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 to his assassination.
We follow Charles Julius Guiteau, a disgruntled office seeker whose delusions of grandeur and failed ambitions led him to plot the assassination of President Garfield. Understand Guiteau's obsessive behavior and misguided belief that killing the president would save the country and secure him a government position.
Listeners will gain insight into the personal and political pressures that surrounded Garfield during this period, including his efforts to unite the Republican Party and address the pressing issues of civil service reform. We also delve into the personal side of the story, highlighting the struggle of First Lady Lucretia Garfield as she battled malaria, adding to the president's burdens.
This episode provides an in-depth look at the key events and figures during this critical juncture in American history, setting the stage for the tragic events that would soon follow. Join us as we explore the tension-filled months that shaped the Garfield administration and the nation.
- James A. Garfield
- 20th President of the United States
- Presidential election
- Early presidency
- Reform agenda
- Political battles
- Republican Party
- Civil service reform
- Charles Julius Guiteau
- Assassination plot
- Disgruntled office seeker
- Delusions of grandeur
- Political pressures
- First Lady Lucretia Garfield
- Malaria recovery
- Personal struggle
- Historical events
- American history
- Political tensions
- Key figures
Join us for an episode packed with fate, ambition, and the personal challenges faced by one of America's most determined leaders during a critical time in the nation's history.
E240: MURDER - The Assassination of James A. Garfield (part II)
31 maj 2024 |
70 min
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 Freeport, Illinois, Guiteau's early life was marked by instability and mental health struggles. Explore his erratic journey through failed ventures in law, theology, and politics, revealing the complexities of his troubled mind.
Discover Guiteau's brief involvement with the Oneida Community, a controversial religious commune, and his subsequent expulsion due to his bizarre behavior. We delve into his delusional ambitions and relentless pursuit of political influence within the Republican Party, which ultimately led to his misguided belief that he was entitled to a government position.
Join us as we delve into the life of Charles Julius Guiteau, a man whose desperate actions and mental instability left an indelible mark on American history.
- Charles Julius Guiteau
- President James A. Garfield assassination
- Freeport, Illinois
- Oneida Community
- Religious commune
- Republican Party
- Political influence
- July 2, 1881
- Assassination
- Garfield's suffering
- American history
- Insanity defense
- Execution by hanging
- June 30, 1882
- Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act of 1883
- U.S. civil service reform
- Tragic events
- Historical impact
E239: MURDER - The Assassination of President James A. Garfield (Part I)
24 maj 2024 |
63 min
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 in a log cabin in Ohio, Garfield's early life was marked by hardship and determination. Discover how his family's struggles shaped his character and instilled a relentless work ethic that propelled him from a towpath boy to a college president, and eventually into the halls of Congress.
We delve into Garfield's impressive academic achievements, including his time at Williams College, and his role as a beloved educator at the Western Reserve Eclectic Institute (now Hiram College). Learn about his courageous service in the Civil War, where he quickly rose to the rank of Major General, showcasing his leadership and strategic brilliance.
Join us as we celebrate the legacy of James A. Garfield, a true American hero whose inspiring story continues to resonate today.
- President James A. Garfield
- Family background
- Early life
- Ohio
- Poverty
- Education
- Williams College
- Western Reserve Eclectic Institute
- Hiram College
- Civil War
- Major General
- Ohio State Senate
- U.S. House of Representatives
- Reconstruction era
- Civil rights
- 20th President of the United States
- Public service
- American history
- Inspirational stories
E238: My Sister Was Murdered - Kellie Jean Poppleton
17 maj 2024 |
68 min
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 newest developments in the case.
E237: MACABRE - Austrian Sagen
10 maj 2024 |
65 min
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 ancient tales passed down through generations, offering glimpses into the soul of Austria's cultural heritage.
Der Teufel und die Bognerin (The Devil and the Bowmaker's Wife): Discover the tale of Kaspar Pergauer, a bowmaker whose life takes a dark turn when he encounters the Devil himself.
Der Fluch der Nixe vom Neusiedler See (The Curse of the Mermaid of Neusiedler See): Journey to the shores of Neusiedler See and uncover the tragic fate of a greedy fisherman who crosses paths with a vengeful water nymph.
Der Stier von Salzburg (The Bull of Salzburg): Unravel the legend of how a cunning ruse involving a painted bull saved the inhabitants of Salzburg from a besieging enemy.
You will also hear about the Basilisk in the Schönlaterngasse, Lindwurm of Klagenfurt and why Austria's flag is "Red - White - Red"
E236: Eugène Francois Vidocq (part II)
26 april 2024 |
63 min
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 redemption, transforming himself into one of history's most influential figures in law enforcement. From his groundbreaking work in undercover operations to his innovative approaches in criminal investigation, Vidocq's legacy reverberates through the annals of criminology. Explore the legacy of this enigmatic figure, whose life inspired authors like Balzac and Hugo, and whose methods laid the foundation for modern detective work. Discover the thrilling exploits, controversies, and enduring impact of Vidocq's remarkable life in this captivating episode.
E235: Eugène Francois Vidocq (Part I)
19 april 2024 |
59 min
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 into the shadowy alleys of 18th-century France, where Vidocq's daring escapes, dramatic encounters, and unexpected alliances paint a portrait of resilience and redemption. From his tumultuous youth in Arras to his maritime kidnapping, discover the story of one man's quest for redemption amidst a world of crime and intrigue. Tune in to unlock the secrets of Vidocq's extraordinary life! 🎩🔎
E234: MURDER - Karl Hopf (part II)
12 april 2024 |
62 min
This week Johanna talks about the German serial killer Karl Hopf, who poisoned several members of his family in a span of 5 years.
E233: MURDER - Karl Hopf (Part I)
5 april 2024 |
58 min
This week Johanna talks about the German serial killer Karl Hopf, who poisoned several members of his family in a span of 5 years.
E232: Murder - Kellie Jean Poppleton
29 mars 2024 |
61 min
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, her tragic death remains a haunting enigma, etched in the memories of those who seek answers. We talked to her sister, Amanda, who is still looking for answers, after all those years.
If you have any information that could solve the murder of Kellie Jean Poppleton, please contact the Alameda County Sheriff's Office, call 510-272-6878 or use the Anonymous Tip Line under 510-667-3622
E231: Murder - Adriane "Addie" Hall (part II)
15 mars 2024 |
34 min
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 Zack Bowen.
E230: MURDER - Adriane Hall (part I)
8 mars 2024 |
64 min
This week Johanna tells you all about the story of "Zack & Addie" who met shortly before hurricane Katrina made landfall in summer of 2005.
E229: A Fresh Hell Guide to Survival in Case of Disaster (part II)
1 mars 2024 |
61 min
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 destruction as we tell you about the real-life encounters with these monstrous phenomena, highlighting the unparalleled power they unleash upon our planet. From the infamous 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami to the ferocious Hurricane Katrina and the awe-inspiring Tri-State Tornado, we dissect the worst of their kind. Join us as we provide essential insights on survival strategies, ensuring you're armed with knowledge on what to do when faced with the wrath of nature's most formidable storms.
E228: A Fresh Hell Guide to Survival in Case of Disaster (part I)
23 februari 2024 |
56 min
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 measures, ensuring you're armed with life-saving knowledge. Join us as we explore the critical intersection of resilience, community safety, and disaster response in the face of these potentially catastrophic events.
E227: MURDER - Johann Arthold
16 februari 2024 |
50 min
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 Chocolate King from Alsergrund: Johann Arthold. Soon a suspect is found in the 23 year old bar girl Adrienne Eckhard.
Eckhardt presented a bizarre story involving a man named Konstantin Bertini as the true murderer. She claimed he had ties to drug trafficking, including morphine, and that he killed Arthold due to unpaid debts. Who was the real killer and what is the truth in this horrific murder case?
E226: Bloody Valentine's
9 februari 2024 |
52 min
Today we unearth the dark origins of Valentine's Day, an ancient tale of beheadings, forbidden romances, and the eerie echoes of the Roman festival of Lupercalia. Witness the haunting transformation from ancient rituals to the worldwide commercial embrace of modern Valentine's Day. Also, we will tell you about the infamous Valentine's Day Massacre, and the menacing legacy of Al "Snorky" Capone. Brace yourself for a journey through love's twisted corridors, where passion and peril intersect in this sinister exploration of Valentine's Day's hidden past.
E225: Lost in the Jungle (part III)
2 februari 2024 |
45 min
In this third and final part Johanna tells you everything about Yossi Ghinsberg's fight for survival in the Bolivian jungle, you'll hear all about his ordeal, his rescue and the fate of Markus Stamm and Karl Ruprechter.
E224: Lost in the Jungle (part II)
26 januari 2024 |
41 min
This week we talk about what happened to Yossi Ghinsberg, Kevin Gale, Markus Stamm and Karl Ruprechter, after they decided to turn around and had back to Asariamas. And why the group ultimately splits up right there, in the Bolivian jungle.
E223: Lost in the Jungle (part I)
19 januari 2024 |
49 min
In 1981 Yossi Ghinsberg, an Israeli adventurer, embarked on a perilous Amazonian expedition with companions Kevin Gale,Markus Stamm and a guide, Karl Ruprechter. The quartet navigated the dense jungle, facing challenges such as torrential rain, treacherous terrain, and wildlife encounters. Amidst the wilderness, the group aimed to discover uncharted territories, driven by a sense of exploration and adventure. As the journey unfolded, the team encountered both the beauty and brutality of the Amazon, grappling with the harsh realities of survival. Tensions rose, ultimately leading to a fateful decision!
E222: Kate Warne & the Murder of ”George Gordon”
12 januari 2024 |
74 min
Kate Warne, a pioneering figure in the field of private investigation, is best known as the first female detective in the United States. She was hired by Allan Pinkerton, the founder of the Pinkerton National Detective Agency, in 1856.
This week Annie tells us about the case she and her fellow detectives solved in "Atkinson" Mississippi, involving the murder of bank teller George Gordon and a $130,000 theft. George's body was found in the morning, the detectives are certain: the victim must have known the killer!
Learn all about the time Allan Pinkerton used a ghost to get a confession.
E221: My Husband was kidnapped (Bonus Episode)
5 januari 2024 |
64 min
Annie & Johanna speak with Ingrid, from Hamburg, who shares the harrowing true story of her husband’s kidnapping
Special Episode: New Year - New Binge (part2)
31 december 2023 |
93 min
The New Years holiday is a celebration of new beginnings. With that in mind, we know this collaboration will introduce you to several amazing new true-crime podcasts that will quickly become your newest true-crime binges as we enter 2024 because, let’s face it, we know that’s exactly what you needed! With tons of episodes each, investigative curiosity, and a focus on advocacy, these podcasts will live up to the theme of our collaboration (“New Year, New Binge”) because you’ll soon find yourself falling in love with the podcasters included in these episodes. So, sit back, grab your detective caps, and let’s get this party started!
Be sure to follow all of the podcasts you enjoyed so you never miss a new episode. Podcasts are listed below in the order in which you will be introduced to them:
Crimelines https://linktr.ee/crimelines
Sirens: A Southern True Crime Podcast https://bit.ly/TheSirensNetwork
Private Dicks Podcast https://linktr.ee/privatedicks
Morning Cup of Murder www.morningcupofmurder.com
Persons Unknown https://personsunknown.buzzsprout.com
Fresh Hell Podcast https://freshhellpodcast.com/
Stories With Sapphire www.storieswithsapphire.com
Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast
Excuse Me, That’s Illegal www.linktr.ee/excusemethatsillegal.pod
A Nefarious Nightmare www.linktr.ee/anefariousnightmarepodcast
The Trail Went Cold https://www.trailwentcold.com
Coffee and Cases Podcast https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases
Teachers Talk Crime https://linktr.ee/teacherstalkcrime?fbclid=PAAablNVcCCe_8e_esABIA6xwBYR9wXcbACg__wuyIvH28Ai72S4wnOdqYvGg
True Crime Creepers https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeCreepers
Special Episode: New Year - New Binge (part I)
29 december 2023 |
87 min
The New Years holiday is a celebration of new beginnings. With that in mind, we know this collaboration will introduce you to several amazing new true-crime podcasts that will quickly become your newest true-crime binges as we enter 2024 because, let’s face it, we know that’s exactly what you needed! With tons of episodes each, investigative curiosity, and a focus on advocacy, these podcasts will live up to the theme of our collaboration (“New Year, New Binge”) because you’ll soon find yourself falling in love with the podcasters included in these episodes. So, sit back, grab your detective caps, and let’s get this party started!
Be sure to follow all of the podcasts you enjoyed so you never miss a new episode. Podcasts are listed below in the order in which you will be introduced to them:
Crimelines https://linktr.ee/crimelines
Sirens: A Southern True Crime Podcast https://bit.ly/TheSirensNetwork
Private Dicks Podcast https://linktr.ee/privatedicks
Morning Cup of Murder www.morningcupofmurder.com
Persons Unknown https://personsunknown.buzzsprout.com
Fresh Hell Podcast https://freshhellpodcast.com/
Stories With Sapphire www.storieswithsapphire.com
Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast
Excuse Me, That’s Illegal www.linktr.ee/excusemethatsillegal.pod
A Nefarious Nightmare www.linktr.ee/anefariousnightmarepodcast
The Trail Went Cold https://www.trailwentcold.com
Coffee and Cases Podcast https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases
Teachers Talk Crime https://linktr.ee/teacherstalkcrime?fbclid=PAAablNVcCCe_8e_esABIA6xwBYR9wXcbACg__wuyIvH28Ai72S4wnOdqYvGg
True Crime Creepers https://linktr.ee/TrueCrimeCreepers
E220: MYSTERY - Slumlord Millionaire
22 december 2023 |
42 min
This week we are taking a scathing look at how White Collar Crimes affect working class families, from putting presents under the Christmas Tree to the American Dream of home ownership
E219: The Clutter Family Murders (part II)
15 december 2023 |
66 min
This week we are talking about the suspects in the Clutter Family Murders, the arrest of the killers Richard Hickock and Perry Smith, and the involvement of Truman Capote and Harper Lee in the case that led to the book "In Cold Blood"
E218: The Clutter Family Murders (part I)
8 december 2023 |
52 min
In the quiet town of Holcomb, Kansas, the Clutter family's idyllic life was shattered on the fateful night of November 15, 1959. The brutal and senseless murders of Herb and Bonnie Clutter, alongside their two teenage children, shocked the nation. The killers, Perry Smith and Richard "Dick" Hickock, left behind a gruesome crime scene that would become the focal point of Truman Capote's groundbreaking true crime novel, "In Cold Blood." As the investigation unfolded, the small community grappled with the haunting question: What could drive two strangers to commit such a heinous act in the heartland of America?
E217: The Halifax Explosion (part II)
1 december 2023 |
55 min
In part 2 we conclude our coverage of the devastating explosion which destroyed Halifax, Nova Scotia in December 1917. We examine the heroic acts of survivors, why the military presence was crucial in the aftermath, and how the city coped with the growing number of dead.Also discussed are the tremendous impact of Dr. Clement Ligoure, Dr. George Cox among others, and why Bostonians and Haligonians love each other a wicked lot.
E216: The Halifax Explosion (part I)
24 november 2023 |
63 min
On 6. December 1917, the busy WWI port of Halifax, Nova Scotia was devastated by the largest man made explosion the world had ever seen. We discuss the devastation and heroism in the aftermath of this tragedy.
E215: MYSTERY - The Disappearance of the Beaumont Children (part II)
17 november 2023 |
56 min
This week we are talking about Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont, three siblings who disappeared without a trace from Glenelg Beach near Adelaide, Australia, on January 26, 1966. We will be discussing theories, clairvoyants and the main suspects in this case, that remains one of Australia’s most infamous unsolved mysteries.
E214: MYSTERY - The Disappearance of the Beaumont Children (part I)
10 november 2023 |
51 min
This week we are talking about Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont, three siblings who disappeared without a trace from Glenelg Beach near Adelaide, Australia, on January 26, 1966. The case remains one of Australia's most infamous unsolved mysteries, with numerous theories and investigations over the years yielding no conclusive answers. Despite extensive efforts by law enforcement and the community, the fate of the Beaumont Children remains unknown, making their disappearance one of the most haunting cold cases in Australian history.
E213: MURDER - Natalee Holloway Update
3 november 2023 |
60 min
On Halloween 2023, convicted murderer Joran van der Sloot left the United States for his prison cell in Peru, after finally confessing to the murder of Natalee Holloway. This update will catch you up with where things stand now.
Special Episode: When Darkness Calls (part II)
31 oktober 2023 |
70 min
This Halloween, thirteen true crime podcasts (including Fresh Hell Podcast) come together to share dark and disturbing stories. From haunted houses to serial killers, these tales will send chills down your spine and keep you up at night. Join us for this special 2-part Halloween episode entitled "When Darkness Calls" as we explore the darkest corners of humanity. But be warned: these stories are not for the faint of heart. When darkness calls, how will YOU respond?
Listener discretion is advised.
Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance:
Part 1:
True Crime South Africa https://linktr.ee/truecrimesouthafrica
True Crime Cat Lawyer https://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer
Private Dicks https://linktr.ee/privatedicks
Coffee and Cases https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases
Teachers Talk Crime: https://linktr.ee/teacherstalkcrime
Excuse Me, That’s Illegal https://linktr.ee/excusemethatsillegal.pod
Fresh Hell Podcast https://freshhellpodcast.com
Part 2:
Twisted Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast
Body to Burial https://linktr.ee/bodytoburial
Till Death Do Us Part https://linktr.ee/tilldeathdouspartpodcast
Unethical Podcast https://linktr.ee/unethicalpodcast
PNW Haunts & Homicides https://www.pnwhauntsandhomicides.com/
True CrimeCast (https://linktr.ee/truecrimecast)
Special Episode: When Darkness Calls (part I)
30 oktober 2023 |
72 min
This Halloween, thirteen true crime podcasts (including Fresh Hell Podcast) come together to share dark and disturbing stories. From haunted houses to serial killers, these tales will send chills down your spine and keep you up at night. Join us for this special 2-part Halloween episode entitled "When Darkness Calls" as we explore the darkest corners of humanity. But be warned: these stories are not for the faint of heart. When darkness calls, how will YOU respond?
Listener discretion is advised.
Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance:
Part 1:
True Crime South Africa https://linktr.ee/truecrimesouthafrica
True Crime Cat Lawyer https://linktr.ee/truecrimecatlawyer
Private Dicks https://linktr.ee/privatedicks
Coffee and Cases https://linktr.ee/coffeeandcases
Teachers Talk Crime: https://linktr.ee/teacherstalkcrime
Excuse Me, That’s Illegal https://linktr.ee/excusemethatsillegal.pod
Fresh Hell Podcast https://freshhellpodcast.com
Part 2:
Twisted Travel and True Crime https://linktr.ee/twistedtraveltruecrimepodcast
Body to Burial https://linktr.ee/bodytoburial
Till Death Do Us Part https://linktr.ee/tilldeathdouspartpodcast
Unethical Podcast https://linktr.ee/unethicalpodcast
PNW Haunts & Homicides https://www.pnwhauntsandhomicides.com/
True CrimeCast (https://linktr.ee/truecrimecast)
E212: Halloween Special 2023
27 oktober 2023 |
60 min
It's time for our annual Halloween episode, where we share our listener's stories of the unexplained, the weird, the inspiring, and of course, the spooky...
E211: MACABRE - El Campo Santo
20 oktober 2023 |
50 min
This week Annie talks about El Campo Santo, the historic cemetery located in Old Town San Diego. The cemetery dates back to the early 19th century and was used for the burials of prominent figures and residents of Old Town San Diego. Is the place really haunted by it's own past? Let's find out
E210: Pet Wall of Fame Halloween Edition - Crows
13 oktober 2023 |
54 min
Today we talk about why we love a murder-when it’s a murder of crows! We look at the Raven & Crow through history, and shed light on the occasionally dark past of these brilliant birds. From Canada’s beloved Canuck the Crow, to the Ravens at the Tower of London, we’ll tell you everything about these dark beauties.
E209: Take Me Home, Haunted Roads
6 oktober 2023 |
63 min
Today we discuss the history of the infamous A3 motorway in Croatia, where talented young Macedonian singer Todor ‘Toše’ Proeski among others were tragically killed…
We ponder the terrifying Melon Heads on Jeremy Swamp Road in Connecticut, USA
In Hong Kong, we visit Tuen Mun Road, possibly one of the most haunted roads in the world.
Finally to Northern Ireland and the Dark Hedges, made popular by Game of Thrones, what’s the true, haunting history behind this hauntingly beautiful stretch of road?
We’ll tell you everything.
E208: MURDER - Ilona Faber
29 september 2023 |
30 min
This week Johanna talks about an infamous Austrian cold case, the murder of a young model...Ilona Faber, that happened on 14. April 1958. Her body was found in the center of Vienna, buried hastily in a flower bed, behind a War Memorial.
E207: MURDER - Robert A. Coombes (part II)
1 september 2023 |
63 min
In the conclusion of this horrific case, we discuss the murder known as ‘The Plaistow Horror,’ and discuss the possible reasons for this terrible crime, and question what we know about criminal reformation.
E206: MURDER - Robert A. Coombes (part I)
25 augusti 2023 |
52 min
In 1895 13 year old Robert Allen Coombes committed a crime in London’s East end that the horrified media dubbed ‘The Plaistow Horror.’ Today, in part 1, we discuss Robert’s early life, as well as the shocking murder of Florence Dennis at the hands of the ‘Southend Murderer,’ James C. Read, a case Coombes was fascinated with as a child.
E205: MURDER - Sadie Hassard
18 augusti 2023 |
56 min
Today Annie takes us to the beautiful village of Brewster on Cape Cod Bay, in the late 1800s, and tells us the terrible story of the murder of Sadie Hassard after being stalked and murdered by a rejected suitor.
E204: We Don’t Know How to Name this One, Either...Enjoy!
11 augusti 2023 |
47 min
Today we look back on some of the most interesting deaths in history. We discuss Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar, his rule in Persia, now modern day Iran, and his violent death. We discuss the death of General John Sedgwick, Union army hero, on the battlefield at Spotsylvania. We’ll cover death by very long beard, and ponder the merits of laughing oneself to death in this macabre episode!
E203: Fresh Hell Pet Wall of Fame - Cats
4 augusti 2023 |
49 min
In today’s, we look back at two of the most infamous cats in history. Simon the Shipcat, who was the only cat in history to ever receive the Dickin Medal for his outstanding bravery and the comfort he gave the crew of the HMS Amethyst in a dire situation.And another ship cat, The Unsinkable Sam, who survived not one, not two, but three ships sinking.
Join us as we show that cats indeed DO care!
E202: The Amityville Horror (part III) - The Aftermath
28 juli 2023 |
78 min
In our final episode on the Amityville Horror we discuss the investigation by the Warrens and do our best to answer the most common questions. We also try to debunk some of the popular rumors surrounding the house on Ocean Avenue in Amityville, NY. We'll discuss some of the most popular skeptical views on the haunting, and of course remember the real horror - the tragic murders of the DeFeo family
Please vote for us in the People's Choice Podcast Awards: www.podcastawards.com
E201: The Amityville Horror (part II): The Haunting
21 juli 2023 |
49 min
A year after the horrible murders of the DeFeo family, George Lutz and his family purchased the beautiful home on Ocean Avenue in Amityville, NY. Today we tell their true story as told by Jay Anson’s 1977 book, “The Amityville Horror.”
E200: The Amityville Horror (part I) - The DeFeo Family Murders
14 juli 2023 |
77 min
In 1974 a terrible crime rocked the town of Amityville, NY, when Ronnie DeFeo Jr murdered 6 members of his own family. In our 2ooth episode special we talk about their story
E199: MURDER - The Austin Axe Murders aka The Servant Girl Annihilator (part II)
7 juli 2023 |
75 min
The conclusion of the horrific and brazen attacks in Austin, Texas from New Year’s Eve 1885 to Christmas Eve, 1885. Among the murdered are Mollie Smith, Eliza Shelly, Irene Cross, Mary Ramey, Gracie Vance, Orange Washington, Susan Hancock and Eula Philips. More survivors would be forever haunted by these vicious attacks. We‘ll discuss these crimes in detail and talk about the theories of who the likely murderer was. Also discussed is the origin of the AKA for this series of murders, “The Servant Girl Annihilator"!
Please go to podcastawards.com and vote for us in the categories True Crime, History, Best Female Hosted & People's Choice
E198: MURDER - The Austin Axe Murders aka The Servant Girl Annihilator (part I)
30 juni 2023 |
50 min
Austin 1885: a series of brutal crimes shock the growing city! The victims of the brutal crimes: predominantly young women who worked as servants in the area. This week Annie and Johanna talk about the city Austin, and the first victims of the Axe murderer, Mollie Smith, Clara Strand and Christine Martenson, Eliza Shelly, Irene Cross and Clara Dick.
Please go to podcastawards.com and vote for us in the categories True Crime, History, Best Female Hosted & People's Choice
E197: MURDER - Oceana Snead(part II)
9 juni 2023 |
60 min
E196: MURDER - Oceana Snead (part I)
2 juni 2023 |
49 min
Oceana Wardlaw Martin Snead, called Ocey by her family, was a young woman, an excellent student and well liked by the whole community. When she fell ill, everybody worried about her. Well, maybe not everybody! It was her own family who had sinister plans for the young mother of two, who died in 1909.
E195: MYSTERY - The Dechmont Woods Incident
26 maj 2023 |
56 min
In November, 1979, Robert Taylor, forestry worker and WWII veteran, experienced something terrifying in a clearing in the woods of Livingston, outside of Edinburgh, Scotland. This is perhaps the only UFO encounter formally investigated by police. Could there have been a reasonable explanation for what Bob Taylor experienced that day? Tell us what you think.
E194: MACABRE - Scary Tales
17 maj 2023 |
57 min
Is Hänsel & Gretel based on real historical events? Was Little Red Riding Hood once a way darker story? nd how did a cursed frog truly turn back into the prince? Today Johanna tells us just how horrifyingly gruesome these original tales were. Don’t let your kids listen to these old school fairy tales!
E193: Macabre - The History of Make Up
10 maj 2023 |
62 min
From poisonous eye drops and mouse fur eyebrows to leaded face powder...we'll dive into how, historically, you could remove your hair, your teeth and your life, all in one sitting!
E192: MURDER - The Pembroke Tragedy
3 maj 2023 |
61 min
Today we discuss the terrible, story of Charles Ayer, family annihilator. What led up to that snowy New Hampshire day in January, 1906 that would leave 8 members of a family dead? We’ll tell you everything we know about this tragedy.
E191: Natascha Kampusch (part III)
12 april 2023 |
62 min
In part 3 we discuss the aftermath of Natascha’s escape from Wolfgang Priklopil. We’ll also discuss the rumors, conspiracy theories and other mysterious deaths linked to the abduction of Natascha Kampusch.
E190: Natascha Kampusch (part II)
5 april 2023 |
58 min
Today Johanna continues the story of the abduction of 10 year old Natascha Kampusch on her walk to school in Vienna, Austria. We discuss her prison, her captor, and her daring escape after being held captive for 8 long years.
E189: Natascha Kampusch (part I)
29 mars 2023 |
55 min
In 1998 the abduction of 10 year old Natasha Kampusch while on her way to school in Vienna, Austria stunned residents of this normally safe community. Today Johanna tells Annie the early life of Natasha and of her kidnapper, Wolfgang Přiklopil.
E188: Fresh Hell Pet Wall of Fame - Dogs
15 mars 2023 |
63 min
In today’s more lighthearted episode, we look back at two of the most infamous dogs in history. Greyfriar’s Bobby, Edinburgh Scotland’s most loyal dog, a Terrier who rests beside his beloved human in the stunningly spooky Greyfriar’s Kirkyard.Also, Smoky, the ’Yorkie Doodle Dandy, ‘ whose mysterious appearance in a foxhole during World War II baffled soldiers. She soon became the lifelong companion of Corporal William Wynne, and served bravely in the war saving the lives of hundreds of soldiers on the Pacific front!Join us as we discuss some of our favorite pets in history, the incredible lives they lived, and their enduring legacy.(Spoiler alert! Both Bobby and Smoky have long and adventurous terrier lives, and die peacefully of old age. )
E187: MURDER - The Identification of Ruth Marie Terry/ Lady of the Dunes Update (part III)
8 mars 2023 |
74 min
Today we cover the grand larceny trial of Guy Rockwell, and the lack of a homicide trial for Manzanita or Dolores Mearns.
We also discuss the fact that Guy married Ruth Marie Terry in 1974, months before her partially dismembered body was found. Ruth was identified as the Lady of the Dunes on Halloween 2022. Today we discuss the vibrant 37 year old, long missed by her beloved family in Tennessee, who never gave up hope.
Dolores, Manzanita and Ruth may not have been the only people ‘Raoul’ Guy Rockwell Muldavin (allegedly) brutally murdered.
Anyone who has information about the whereabouts about Muldavin and Terry in 1973 and 1974 are asked to contact Massachusetts State Police at 1-800-KAPTURE.
E186: MURDER - The murder of Manzanita and Dolores Mearns/Lady of the Dunes Update (partII)
22 februari 2023 |
54 min
In part 2 of 3, we discuss the mountain of evidence indicating Guy Rockwell, (who married Ruth Marie Terry, aka ‘The Lady of the Dunes’ in 1974), brutally murdered his second wife, Manzanita and her daughter, Dolores Mearns in Seattle, in April of 1960. We’ll discuss what he was up to when authorities were searching for him, eetail his complicated con game, and reveal where he was eventually found.
E185: MURDER - The lies of Guy Rockwell/ Lady of the Dunes Update (part I)
15 februari 2023 |
66 min
On Halloween 2022, it was announced that the unsolved murder victim from Provincetown, Cape Cod known as The Lady of the Dunes had been identified through genealogical DNA, she was Ruth Marie Terry.Only months before her body was found, Ruth married Guy Rockwell, one of many aliases this man was known by. Today, we’ll discuss what we know about Guy’s personal history, do our best to separate truth from his lies, and discuss some of his other wives, including the disappearance of his second wife, Manzanita Rockwell and his step-daughter, 18 year old Dolores Mearns, and Guy’s own disappearance shortly after his marriage to his third wife.
E184: The Beelitz Heilstätten (part II)
8 februari 2023 |
51 min
Today we return to the Beelitz Heilstätten, once a state of the art hospital dedicated to the care of those with tuberculosis, today it is perhaps one of the most haunted locations in Europe.Johanna discusses and debunks (when possible), the claims of Nazi experiments at the site, and tales of bizarre and terrifying paranormal activity. We also discuss a series of horrifically brutal murders by a serial killer which took place in broad daylight, as well as another deeply disturbing murder on the hospital grounds.
E183: The Beelitz Heilstätten (part I)
1 februari 2023 |
48 min
How did the Beelitz Heilstätten go from a state of the art, self sufficient paragon of modern Tiberculosis treatment to one of the most haunted buildings in Europe (allegedly)?Today Johanna tells us about the history of this building, and some of the infamous figures it helped save. Next week, the many horrors that followed…
E182: MACABRE - The Fresh Hell Food Court
25 januari 2023 |
60 min
From frogs in your milk to secretly dosing your guests with an aphrodisiac… we discuss some of the most interesting menu items in history, including of course, The Roast Without Equal.
Join us for a macabre menu
E181: MURDER - Bertha Schippan
18 januari 2023 |
59 min
Today we discuss the tragic and gruesome death of 14 year old Johanne Elizabeth "Bertha" Schippan. The youngest daughter of German immigrants who settled in Towitta, South Australia and practiced their Lutheran faith, in this remote landscape. This untimely death is still unsolved, and the clues left behind are truly baffling. In a shocking twist, her own sister would be charged with the horrific crime, but who was really responsible?
E180: The Cross Hauntings
21 december 2022 |
51 min
This week we discuss one of the most terrifying and well-documented hauntings in US history.
This week's sponsor: www.artofcrimepodcast.com
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E179: MURDER - The Ashland Tragedy (part II)
14 december 2022 |
72 min
This week Annie & Johanna conclude the Ashland Tragedy and tell you all you need to know about the trials agains George Ellis, William Neal and Ellis Craft, and all the mayhem that came with it.
E178: MURDER - The Ashland Tragedy (part I)
7 december 2022 |
57 min
In the early morning hours of Christmas Eve, 1881, a terrible fire devastated the community of Ashland, Kentucky. But their sorrow turned to outrage when they realized three teenagers had not perished tragically in a fire, but had been the victims of something much more sinister…
E177: MYSTERY -The Hotel del Coronado (part II)
30 november 2022 |
61 min
In Part 2 Annie discusses the theories of who the woman found dead at the Hotel Del Coronado might be, based on what little evidence we have. Lottie Bernard? Lizzie Wylie? Kate Morgan? Someone else, entirely? Some of the impressive paranormal activity at the hotel is also discussed.
E176: MYSTERY - The Hotel del Coronado (part I)
23 november 2022 |
64 min
The Hotel Del Coronado, is the largest wooden Victorian resort hotel in the world. On Thanksgiving Day, 1892 a beautiful young woman checked in, using the unaccompanied ladies entrance. Five days later, her lifeless body was found on the steps leading to the beach. This was only the beginning of a series of baffling clues; who was this woman, and how did she come to such a sad end? Today we discuss the incomparable Hotel Del, from its inception and construction to the most infamous, (but not the only) mystery whose secrets she keeps to this day.
E175: MURDER - Lowell Lee Andrews
16 november 2022 |
54 min
Today we discuss Lowell Lee Andrews- a bright university student, and beloved son of a happy family living in Kansas. On Thanksgiving day, 1958, he murdered his father William, his mother Opal, and his sister, Jennie Marie, for reasons sure to infuriate you as much as they do us.
E174: MURDER - Luise Weiss
9 november 2022 |
47 min
December 1910 in Vienna: a janitor makes a gruesome discovery. Who murdered the 40 year old women and dismembered her, and why? Johanna tells you about the murder of Luise Weiss, commited by her "friend", Marie Bartunek
This week's sponsor: The Art of Crime Podcast .https://www.artofcrimepodcast.com/
E173: Halloween Special 2022
26 oktober 2022 |
59 min
E172: Have You Checked the Candy?
19 oktober 2022 |
56 min
Today we discuss how the idea of tainted Halloween candy became such a popular urban legend, and how a few specific terrible incidents have fueled this myth over the decades. First, a woman who snapped after too many teenagers rang her bell, and second we discuss the truly terrible story of the death of 8 year old Timothy O’ Bryan on Halloween night in 1974.
E171: A Fresh Hell Guide to Vampires
12 oktober 2022 |
51 min
Today we take a look at the history of vampires, the various categories of vampire, and how to survive an attack, should you happen to catch the eye of one. Join us for a more light hearted look at the history of the Vampire in literature and lore, as we celebrate the ancient legend of the Vampire.
E170: The Poltergeist Curse
5 oktober 2022 |
59 min
To begin spooky season, we discuss the alleged curse of the hit horror film Poltergeist. With ghastly rumors and more than one tragic death, there is plenty of fuel for the curse theory…but was there really a curse? You decide…
E169: MACABRE - Relax...It’s Not Brain Surgery!
14 september 2022 |
57 min
This week we are talking about a couple of surgeries in history that will make you go "Oh, boy!". We talk about King Louis XIV and his dental problems and men who were not scared of cutting themselves open.
E168: MURDER - Another New England Serial Killer (part II)
7 september 2022 |
60 min
In the conclusion of this tragic story, we discuss the murders of Isabella and John Joyce in woods that are now part of Boston’s Arnold Arboretum, and the terrible murder of 13 year old Georgianna Lovering in Northwood, New Hampshire. Was the right person hanged for these crimes, or did someone get away with murder?
E167: MURDER - Another New England Serial Killer (part I)
31 augusti 2022 |
51 min
1850, a 5 year old child is taken from her home in Derry, New Hampshire.1862, 9 year old Lura Vellie Libby does not arrive at her Sunday School. Her body is found the next day near her family’s farm in Maine.1865 in Boston, siblings Isabella and John Joyce leave their grandmothers house in the South End, to play in some nearby woods, and are never heard from again. Their bodies are found in Bussey’s Woods, their injuries are horrific.Northwood, New Hampshire, in 1872, 13 year old Georgina Lovering is murdered, but the killer is close…could he be responsible for all of these terrible crimes?Today Annie discusses Part 1 of this 2 part episode. Could these crimes be connected to those we discussed in Episodes 80&81?
E166: MACABRE - Maria Elena Milagro de Hoyos
17 augusti 2022 |
66 min
Today we discuss the bizarre and disturbing fate of Maria Elena Milagro de Hoyos, at the hands of Carl Tanzler, her would be suitor and probably fraudulent doctor, who was also a definitely fraudulent Count. Could he possibly cure the beautiful young Cuban American woman of her tuberculosis, in 1930s Key West?
E165: MURDER - Nell Cropsey (part II)
10 augusti 2022 |
45 min
Today we discuss the trial, the contents of a very mysterious letter, various theories and rumors surrounding the case. We’ll also touch on the ghost of Nell, who may haunting the house near the river, where she had been so happy.
E164: MURDER - Nell Cropsey (part I)
3 augusti 2022 |
48 min
Annie and Johanna talk about the tragic murder of a young woman that took place in Elizabeth City, NC in 1901. Was it a case of intimate partner violence or was someone else the culprit?
E163: MACABRE -Rollercoaster Accidents (part II)
27 juli 2022 |
46 min
In part two we discuss post-war coaster accidents. The catastrophic Battersea Big Dipper Rollercoaster crash in 1972 London that took the lives of five children. In 1986 West Edmonton Mall featured an awesome indoor coaster, called the Mind Bender, which derailed, killing three young adults and forever scarring a fourth. And we look at the incidents involving the Treetop Twister at Lightwater Valley amusement park, which killed one young adult and seriously injured a child before closing.
E162: MACABRE -Rollercoaster Accidents (part I)
20 juli 2022 |
48 min
After ruining Water Parks, bridges and swimming in the ocean, Annie and Johanna are setting out to ruin rollercoasters for you. Learn everything you need to know about the history of the beloved rides and the most horrible rollercoaster accidents.
Please vote for us in the People's Choice Podcast Awards: www.podcastawards.com
E161: MYSTERY - The Disappearance of Owen Parfitt
13 juli 2022 |
44 min
Owen Parfitt seemed to live a fairly simple life, with his sister, who kept house in the market town of Shepton Millet, not far from Bath and Glastonbury, UK.There were rumors about how he made his money, of course, but as he grew older he began to lose the use of his legs, and his sister cared for him…until one day, in the middle of a conversation with his sister, he vanished, without a trace. Had the devil himself abducted Owen?
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E160: MYSTERY -The Enfield Monster
6 juli 2022 |
46 min
It was in April of 1973 in rural Illinois, when someone, or....something tried to get into the house of Henry McDaniel. What was the hairy, three-legged creature he saw that night?
Please vote for us in the People's Choice Podcast Awards: www.podcastawards.com
E159: The Göhrde Murders (part II) - Birgit Meier
29 juni 2022 |
52 min
It was the late 1980s and someone was murdering couples in Germany, with bodies being found on what should be lovely forest paths. Today Johanna concludes the baffling and eerie story of the Göhrde murders, reminding us that you never know what sort of terrible secrets may be buried in the yard…
E158: The Göhrde Murders (part I)
22 juni 2022 |
56 min
Johanna tells Annie about the very creepy and disturbing Göhrde murders which took place in Germany in the late 1980s. Who was murdering couples, and was there a connection to a similar case that took place in Wales?
Listen to this episode to hear about the horrible murders of Peter & Ursula Reinold, Ingrid Warmbier & Bernd-Michael Köpping, as well es Gwenda & Peter Dixon. All of these cases stayed unsolved for far too long!
E157: MURDER - The Phantom of Heilbronn
1 juni 2022 |
42 min
In 2007 two police officers are shot in their car, only one survives. The police search for a mysterious woman, who's DNA is not only found at this location, but on more than 40 other crime scenes during a span of 15 years. But who is this criminal mastermind, and is she responsible for the murder of officer Michèle Kiesewetter and 5 others? Or is someone else the culprit?
E156: MURDER - The Hamburg Rubble Murderer
25 maj 2022 |
58 min
The winter of 1947 was particularly brutal for war-torn Hamburg, Germany. Struggling to rebuild from the bombings that left the city desperate for food and fuel, residents are shocked when a nude body is found in the rubble. But it was just the first of several baffling murders that remain unsolved to this day. Johanna tells Annie everything about these haunting crimes, and we discuss various theories relating to the case of the "Hamburger Trümmermörder"
E155: MYSTERY - The 27 Club (part II) Jimi Hendrix
18 maj 2022 |
64 min
The life and untimely death of Jimi Hendrix is discussed, as are the many, many conspiracy theories and legends surrounding this pioneering artist.
E154: MYSTERY - The 27 Club (part I)
4 maj 2022 |
51 min
Today we discuss the lives and deaths of Robert Johnson, King of the Delta Blues, and Brian Jones, founding member of The Rolling Stones. Did Robert Johnson make a deal with the Devil at the crossroads? Did Brian Johnson truly die of misadventure, or was there a more sinister explanation for his untimely death? Join us, and let us know what you think!
E153: What a Time to be Alive
27 april 2022 |
48 min
Today we discuss some of the worst times in history to be alive. From massive volcanic eruptions, and the "Year Without a Summer", to smallpox toppling empires-join us as we discuss periods in history that were quite a time to survive.
E152: MACABRE - The Highgate Vampire
20 april 2022 |
45 min
Highgate Cemetery in London, once the resting place for wealthy Victorian families, was the scene for the biggest Vampire hunt in Great Britain in the 20th century. This story has everything: Victorian tombs, apparitions, vampires, magic duels, voodoo dolls, headless bodies and a lifelong feud.
E151: MURDER - Nicholas Markowitz (part II)
13 april 2022 |
53 min
Today we conclude our episode about the tragic, senseless and horrific murder of 15 year old Nicholas Markowitz, after being kidnapped by Jesse James Hollywood, over a debt.
E150: MURDER - Nicholas Markowitz (part I)
6 april 2022 |
52 min
Nicholas Markowitz was a bright, sensitive and fun kid who loved reading, and the theater program at his school in West Hills, California. The 15 year old also loved his family, including his older half brother, Ben. Today we discuss some of the background leading up to the kidnapping and senseless murder after getting involved with the seedy side of the local drug scene. This tragic murder is the true story behind the film, "Alpha Dog".
E149: MURDER - Malvina Krutz
30 mars 2022 |
58 min
We discuss a brazen murder in Indianapolis, that was overshadowed by the capture of Charles Starkweather on the same day. Annie discusses the chilling and still unsolved case of Malvina Krutz. This tragic and unsettling unsolved murder of loving mother, in her own home, in broad daylight in 1958 has both of us wondering who could have done this, and why?
E148: The Chateau Marmont (part II)
23 mars 2022 |
52 min
Today we are telling you more stories from the infamous Hollywood hideout. This time we will talk about Billy Wilder, The Doors, Led Zeppelin, John Belushi, Elizabeth Taylor & Montgomery Clift, Natalie Wood, and James Dean
E147: The Chateau Marmont (part I)
16 mars 2022 |
51 min
In part one of two, we discuss the history of this iconic Los Angeles ‘home away from home’ for Hollywood’s elite, and talk about the hotel's connection to the original blonde bombshell, Jean Harlow, and the infamous eccentric billionaire, Howard Hughes.
E146: MURDER - Sarah Ware
9 mars 2022 |
55 min
Today Annie takes us to Maine, where the founding of Bucksport, and the cursed tomb of Col. Jonathan Buck are discussed, as is the case of the 1898 murder of Sarah Ware, whose tragic unsolved murder may explain the ghost haunting Silver Lake.
E145: MACABRE - Quicksand
23 februari 2022 |
43 min
As children many of us believed quicksand was a common peril, but how common is quicksand, really? How does it work? How often does it kill, and how do you actually die? Most importantly, what do you do if YOU find yourself in quicksand? Those questions will be answered in this episode.
E144: Wilhelm Voigt - Der Hauptmann von Köpenick
16 februari 2022 |
43 min
In this episode Johanna tells Annie about Wilhelm Voigt, who in 1906 posed as a Prussian officer and looted a town treasury in Prussia. He will forever be remembered as the "Bogus Captain of Koepenick"!
Outro: Preußens Gloria by Johann Gottfried Piefke (1815–1884)
E143: The Fox Sisters (part II)
9 februari 2022 |
48 min
Today we finish our discussion on the Fox Sisters, their lives, loves and deaths, as well as how the new religion of spiritualism was shaped in New York's Western frontier. Were the sisters truly able to contact spirits on the side, or was it one of the greatest hoaxes of the Victorian era?
E142: The Fox Sisters (part I)
2 februari 2022 |
49 min
Today we discuss the Fox Sisters, two young mediums whose abilities to commune with the dead sparked the modern spiritualist movement in Western New York in the mid 1800s. Today we discuss their early history. Also discussed is the tragic death of Benjamin Pierce, and the shadow it cast upon his father, 14th President of the United States, Franklin Pierce, and the Pierce presidency.
E141: MURDER - Anna Augustin
26 januari 2022 |
46 min
Johanna tells Annie about a lesser known, but shockingly tragic Austrian case-the brutal murder of Anna Augustin by Josefine Luner. A young woman learns that sometimes the darkest, most deprived minds are hiding behind mansion walls…
E140: The Kelly Hopkinsville Encounter
19 januari 2022 |
72 min
On a hot night in the summer of 1955, a family on a farm in rural Kentucky was terrorized by small, glowing, pointy eared creatures. Sometimes referred to as the Hopkinsville Goblins or the Kelly Green Men, Annie discusses the events of this harrowing close encounter.
E139: The Kidnapping of Frank Shirley
22 december 2021 |
38 min
For many, Christmas is a special time to spend with loved ones. Making new memories preparing food, wrapping gifts, and festively decorating the home for the holidays.But for some, the pressure to host a perfect family Christmas celebration can push one to the breaking point. Frank Shirley was the unfortunate victim of such a man. Today we discuss his shocking kidnapping, the motives behind it, and the eventual resolution.
This episode is sponsored by www.bestfiends.com
E138: Marguerite de Carrouges (part II)
15 december 2021 |
52 min
In the second and final part about Marguerite de Carrouges Annie and Johanna are telling you all about the infamous trial by combat that took place on 29. December 1386.
E137: Marguerite de Carrouges (Part I)
8 december 2021 |
47 min
In the midst of the 100 years war a woman is determined to fight the men who wronged her, even if it could cost her her life. Annie is back and this week the both are telling you all about Marguerite and Jean de Carrouges.
E136: MURDER - Ulrich Nacken
24 november 2021 |
30 min
A young man spends a fun night at a discotheque, but he will never return home alive again. What happens in this cold January night is a senseless crime and a more senseless death. Johanna tells you about the murder of Ulrich Nacken, that teaches us all a lesson in civil courage!
E135: MYSTERY - The Kentucky Meat Shower
17 november 2021 |
38 min
One early March day in 1876 raw meat started to fall from the sky in rural Kentucky. What caused this incident? Was it a bad omen? And most importantly: Would you try to eat mystery meat that rained down on you?
E134:MURDER - The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders part II
10 november 2021 |
58 min
This week we are talking about the probable fate of Walter Collins, as well as the kidnapping of Lewis and Nelson Winslow and several other children, who are unfortunately unknown to this day. Responsible for their brutal murders is a man named Gordon Stewart Northcott
E133: MURDER - The Wineville Chicken Coop Murders (part I): Walter Collins
3 november 2021 |
53 min
In part one we discuss the incredible story of a missing boy, Walter Collins, and what his mother, Christine suffered in her desperate attempts to find her son in 1920s Los Angeles.
E132: Halloween Special 2021
27 oktober 2021 |
60 min
E131: MACABRE - Hey....What‘s that in the Bushes?!
20 oktober 2021 |
47 min
In the penultimate episode of the most macabre month of the year, we’re talking monsters. Two of our favorite Cryptids, the Dover Demon of Massachusetts and the Jersey Devil of New Jersey are discussed.
E130: MACABRE - Cursed Objects
13 oktober 2021 |
55 min
Spooky season continues, and today we discuss some of the most famous curses in history. We talk about the history of India’s Koh-i-Noor diamond, the sacred site of Uluru, the car that ended James Dean’s life, and a deadly chair.
This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E129: MACABRE - Urban Legends
6 oktober 2021 |
43 min
Today we’re talking about Urban Legends…the lies we tell for the thrill of a scare. Annie & Johanna share the creepiest, most hair raising tales of terror from around the world for the first episode in the spookiest month. So sit back, relax…and don’t forget to check the backseat!
E128: MURDER - Katharina Fellner
29 september 2021 |
37 min
In the summer of 1928 workers find the burning body of a woman in a Viennese park. Who is the victim and who murdered her? And is this really an unsolved case? This week Johanna tells you the story of Katharina Fellner who was murdered at the Lainzer Tiergarten
E127: Jack the Snipper
22 september 2021 |
48 min
In early 1917, the people of Wilkes-Barre, PA were terrified by a attacker who was stalking young women and cutting off locks of their hair. Fear turned to hysteria as young women and girls received terrifying letters warning them they would be next, their hair often cut at the scalp. Would police catch the person responsible for these bizarre and well planned attacks? Join us and we’ll tell you everything.
E126: MURDER - Mary Catherine Edwards
15 september 2021 |
39 min
Mary Catherine Edwards was a beautiful, beloved second grade teacher. Her brutal murder in 1995 was devastating for her friends and family, and shocked her hometown Beaumont, Texas.
The case was cold for 26 years until just recently, when a DNA match through an ancestry site gave detectives their first lead.
This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E125:MURDER - Grace Mae Brown
8 september 2021 |
67 min
Grace Mae Brown was the bright beautiful daughter of a family who ran a dairy farm in South Otselic, NY.
Today Annie tells us about her cold blooded murder in the beautiful Adirondacks, and the sensational trial that followed.
Outro: Arthur Collins "Bill Baley, Won't You Please Come Home?" (1902)
E124: MURDER - Pauline Picard
25 augusti 2021 |
56 min
In the Spring of 1922, a family living on a picturesque farm in France was devastated when their lovely 2 year old daughter went missing one day, in broad daylight. A month later the grieving family had a visit from the police who came with a photograph and news that their daughter had been found in Cherbourg. Was this a miracle, or was there a much darker explanation? Johanna tells us the shocking story of Pauline Picard, and it’s one that’ll keep Annie up for a while.
E123: The Chowchilla Kidnapping (Part II)
18 augusti 2021 |
62 min
Today Annie completes the story of the school bus full of children who were kidnapped, and buried alive in a remote area in California’s Alameda County.
E122: The Chowchilla Kidnapping (Part I.)
11 augusti 2021 |
50 min
1976, Chowchilla, California: a school bus with 26 children and the driver on board just vanishes on a hot summer day. Annie tells us the story of the Chowchilla Kidnapping.
This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E121: Listeners' Stories
4 augusti 2021 |
43 min
Today we read some of our favorite listener stories. These Hellions made us laugh and cry, and today we are sharing their stories with you!
E120: Humbug Billy & the Bradford Sweets Poisoning
28 juli 2021 |
43 min
Sugar can be a real killer, but usually not quite like this… We discuss the 1858 mass poisoning of more than 200 people in Bradford, England. The deadly consequences when an inert is accidentally replaced with arsenic, and the tragic aftermath.
E119: MURDER -Lieutenant Colonel Roos
21 juli 2021 |
41 min
Johanna tells Annie about the brutal murder of a retired army officer, that took place in Mönchengladbach in 1906. Once again gredd is the motive for a crime!
E118: MURDER - Evelyn Grace Hartley
14 juli 2021 |
61 min
Evelyn Grace Hartley was a 15 year old girl, who was abducted in 1953 while babysitting, in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. Annie tells Johanna the details of this terrifying, baffling, still unsolved case.
E117: St. Stephen's Cathedral
7 juli 2021 |
48 min
We have a lot of differences, but we both love the beauty, art, architecture and macabre aspects that come when visiting a historic place of worship, and today Johanna tells Annie about the famous St. Stephen’s cathedral in Vienna. This magnificent building’s mosaic tile roof might first catch your eye, but join us as Johanna tells us the fascinating and macabre history of this architectural treasure.
E116: Reincarnation
30 juni 2021 |
42 min
Today we discuss two cases of Reincarnation that we find particularly compelling.A child in America with memories of his death as a navy pilot in World War 2 is discussed, as well as the story of a woman from the, UK who used hypnosis to help retrieve childhood memories, and track down the surviving children in Ireland she felt she abandoned, when she died in a past life.
E115: MURDER - Lucie Berlin
23 juni 2021 |
51 min
Johanna tells Annie about the devastating and infuriating murder of 8 year old Lucie Berlin. The trial was also notable, as some of the blood evidence presented in court was a first in the history of forensics
Bonus: Lady of the Dunes Follow Up feat Crimelines
16 juni 2021 |
53 min
We are back, this week with a bonus episode: Annie had the great pleasure to be a guest on Crimelines, True Crime. Charlie and Annie talk about the new developments in the mysterious case of the Lady of the Dunes. Will we soon learn the true identity of this unforgotten Jane Doe?
E114: MACABRE - The Afterlives of the Six Wives of Henry VIII.
26 maj 2021 |
61 min
We talked about their lives, and deaths. But what happened to Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard and Katherine Parr after their deaths?
This week we talk about their funerals, or lack thereof, and the places they allegedly haunt.
And did they, in fact, rest in peace?
E113: Travel the World with Fresh Hell
19 maj 2021 |
51 min
As some of you are starting to plan for future trips, we thought we could give you a few travel suggestions. From haunted hotels to the Door to Hell, we got you covered.
This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E112: Kyu Sakamoto & Flight JL123
12 maj 2021 |
53 min
This week Johanna tells Annie all about a Japanese singer, who landed a smash hit all around the world with his first solo single, and also about his tragic death in the deadliest single aircraft accident, that caused the death of 520 people.
Link to flight voice recorder:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xfh9-ogUgSQ
E111: Things That Make You Go HMMM
5 maj 2021 |
43 min
This week we take a look at some of the lighter spookier coincidences we know of. Did Mark Twin predict his own death? What are the coincidences between Lincoln & Kennedy? How does nature vs. nurture play a role in the story of the Jim Twins? Can Sir Anthony Hopkins please confirm a rumor about his role in the Girl From Peteovska, starring Goldie Hawn? We'll look at these coincidences and more in this episode, which is much lighter and chattier compared to our usual episodes. You've been warned!
E110: MYSTERY - The Beast of Gévaudan
28 april 2021 |
55 min
This week Johanna tells Annie the story of the Beast of Gévaudan, who is thought to be responsible for over 100 deaths. But what, or who, was this creature that haunted the remote French region in the middle of the 18th century?
E109:MURDER - Grayce Asquith
21 april 2021 |
50 min
Known as the ‘Merry Widow of Weymouth,’ by the police who were occasionally called to end parties, Grayce Asquith was a woman who had survived a lot of loss, but had found happiness again, only to be brutally murdered and dismembered, at the age of 41.John Lyons, the man she intended to marry, was missing, and nowhere to be found... join us as we discuss the Murder of Grayce Asquith and the disappearance of John Lyons.
E108: MYSTERY - The Disappearance of Dorothy Arnold
14 april 2021 |
39 min
This is considered to be the first high profile missing person case of the US. What happened to New York socialite Dorothy Arnold, who disappeared in December of 1910, after she bought a box of chocolate?
This episode is brought to you by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E107: The Disaster of Los Alfaques
31 mars 2021 |
54 min
E106: MURDER - Keddie Cabin 28/ The Sharp & Wingate Murders (part II)
24 mars 2021 |
62 min
This is part two of a two part episode covering the unsolved 1981 murders that rocked a small Northern California town, the former Keddie resort. Annie tells Johanna about Glenna Sue Sharp and her five kids. Their dream of starting a fresh life had come true, but they were only there for five months when they were the victims of unspeakable violence. Several family members and a family friend were brutally murdered. This week, we talk new evidence, confessions, theories and conspiracy theories...
E105: MURDER - Keddie Cabin 28 / The Sharp & Wingate Murders(part I)
17 mars 2021 |
67 min
This is part one of a two part episode covering the unsolved 1981 murders that rocked a small Northern California town, the former Keddie resort. Annie tells Johanna about Sue Sharp and her five kids. Their dream of starting a fresh life had come true, but they were only there for five months when they were the victims of unspeakable violence. Several family members and a family friend were brutally murdered. Next week, we talk evidence, confessions, theories and conspiracy...
E104: MYSTERY - The Lighthouse keepers of Eilean Mòr
10 mars 2021 |
51 min
Johanna and Annie discuss the events surrounding the disappearance of three lighthouse keepers on a desolate island off the windswept coast of Scotland. Was there a supernatural force at play, or a more pragmatic explanation? Join us as we discuss the theories and please share your own thoughts with us as we discuss this enduring mystery.
E103: Mathias Kneißl
3 mars 2021 |
50 min
Johanna tells Annie the story of Mathias Kneißl, a Bavarian folk legend from the 1800’s. How did this accordion playing carpenter become a killer, and wanted man? Did he manipulate the system, or was he a victim of it?
E102: Divorced, Beheaded, Survived - The Six Wives of Henry VIII.(part II)
24 februari 2021 |
51 min
In today's episode we are discussing the lives and deaths of wives 4, 5 & 6: Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard and Katherine Parr
E101: Divorced, Beheaded, Died - The Six Wives of Henry VIII. (part I)
17 februari 2021 |
70 min
Today Annie & Johanna cover the highlights of the lives and deaths of the six women who married King Henry VIII. In today’s episode we’ll discuss Katherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, and what King Henry was really like.
E100: Happy 100th Episode
10 februari 2021 |
40 min
Today we’re celebrating our 100th episode by sharing some of your stories of murder, mystery and the macabre.
CW: this episode touched on suicide, addiction, and other difficult topics, listener discretion is advised!
E99: MURDER - Sylvia Likens (part II)
3 februari 2021 |
56 min
Today we conclude the Sylvia Likens case by telling you about the abuse and torture she suffered during the weeks leading up to her death. We also discuss the trial that followed and the aftermath.
This episode is particularly difficult to listen to!
E98: MURDER - Sylvia Likens (part I)
27 januari 2021 |
45 min
This case is still considered to be one of the most horrendous crimes in the State of Indiana. In 1965, 16 year old Sylvia Likens had to endure months of torture and abuse by a woman who was supposed to take care of her. But Gertrude Baniszewski was not the only one involved in this murder
E97: MURDER - Anna Regina Evans Skeeters
20 januari 2021 |
47 min
Annie tells Johanna about a long forgotten murder on the beautiful island of Bermuda. This is a tragic case of domestic abuse and murder, at the hands of her husband, Edward Skeeters...perhaps with a supernatural twist? You decide if it was coincidence or something unexplained that gave the lovely, kind Anna the justice she deserved, but never had while she was alive.
E96: MURDER - Graeme Thorne
13 januari 2021 |
65 min
When the Thorne family, of Bondi, won the 10th Opera House lottery their lives changed overnight. But instead of a dream come true that helped their hardworking family, the lotto win quickly became a nightmare when their 8 year old son, Graeme was taken on his way to school. The kidnapping of Graeme Thorne shocked Syndey, Australia and for children growing up at this time, things would never be quite the same again.
E95: MURDER - Hugo Schenk
6 januari 2021 |
51 min
Johanna takes Annie back to the Habsburg era, to discuss one of Austria’s serial killers, Hugo Schenk. This imposter, con-man and murderer was charming, brutal and ruthless, and he didn’t work alone. Most infuriating? His motive.
This eispde is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E94: MACABRE -In the Year 2020
30 december 2020 |
44 min
In this episode we read back through some of the top headlines of 2020, most of which are...not good. We discuss some of the major events in a particularly awful year and conclude with some of the more interesting New year's traditions around the world. Join us and remember everything we survived this year
E93: Harold Lyme & Marvin Murchins
23 december 2020 |
48 min
What started as a run of the mill burglary on Christmas Eve would end in one of the most violent attacks this small town in Illinois would ever witness. Soon the question would be: Who is the hunter and who is the prey?!
Talking about children with violent tendencies is never easy, especially during the holidays, but today Annie & Johanna discuss the victims of a devious, duplicitous child in a very affluent small town, just before Christmas!
Outro by:
Carol Of The Bells by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Artist: http://audionautix.com/
E92: MYSTERY - The Sodder Family
16 december 2020 |
67 min
It was Christmas Eve 1945, when a fire destroyed the home of George and Jennie Sodder, where they lived with their 10 children. The remains of 5 of their children could not be found. What happened to Maurice, Martha, Louis, Jennie and Betty.
This episode is brought to you by https://www.springrooskin.com/
E90: MACABRE -Sticks and Stones May Break Your Bones
2 december 2020 |
51 min
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, which is sure to be the first in a series...
E89: Madeleine McCann (part II)
25 november 2020 |
58 min
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 on this tragic case.
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E88: MYSTERY - Madeleine McCann (part I)
18 november 2020 |
64 min
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.
E87: MURDER - Ernst Karl
11 november 2020 |
38 min
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!
E86: MURDER - Ilse Moschner
4 november 2020 |
52 min
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.
E85: Halloween Special
28 oktober 2020 |
60 min
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...
E84: MURDER - Coincidence or Fate in Erdington?
21 oktober 2020 |
59 min
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 two hundred years...
E83: MACABRE - She Sees Spooky Sailing Ships
14 oktober 2020 |
51 min
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, give you chills? Join us as we talk spooky sailing ships, and Johanna convinces Annie to do a dramatic reading of The Flying Dutchman, which she should have probably rehearsed.
E82: MURDER - Have You Checked the Children? The Murders of Marylou Jenkins & Janett Christman
7 oktober 2020 |
48 min
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 year old Marylou Jenkins and 13 year old Janett Christman.
Episode 81:Austrian Ghost Stories
30 september 2020 |
43 min
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, who still travel to Vienna from time to time....allegedly!
Episode 80: MURDER - Was it a Serial Killer? (part II)
23 september 2020 |
52 min
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
Episode 79: MURDER - Was it a Serial Killer? (part I)
16 september 2020 |
37 min
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. In part I., Annie tells us about the murders of Minnie Fountie, her mother and Marietta Ball.
This episode is sponsored by www.bestfiends.com
E78: MYSTERY - The Galapagos Affair (part II)
9 september 2020 |
45 min
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?
E77:MYSTERY - The Galapagos Affair (part I)
2 september 2020 |
43 min
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 that would end in murder, sex scandals and mysteries, join us for part one of this incredible tale.
In this first part we talk about the Galapagos Islands and why Friedrich Ritter and Dore Strauch decided to seek a different life.
E76: MACABRE- The Empire State Building
26 augusti 2020 |
49 min
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 Apple!
E75: MACABRE - Medieval Torture
19 augusti 2020 |
49 min
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
E74: MURDER - Cam Lyman
12 augusti 2020 |
45 min
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 www.podcorn.com
E73: Neighbors Dearest
5 augusti 2020 |
27 min
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
E72: MACABRE - Waterpark Tragedies (part II) incl Action Park
29 juli 2020 |
56 min
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.
E71: MACABRE - Waterpark Tragedies
22 juli 2020 |
37 min
Johanna & Annie talk about some of the worst water park tragedies. Starting with the invention of the waterslide in New Zealand, we talk about the tragic deaths of guests in wave pools, the deaths of Hayley Williams in Wales and Lori Mason-Larez in California, the horrific New Taipei Water Park fire and the devastating River Rapids accident in Dreamworld, Australia
E70: Ursula Herrmann
15 juli 2020 |
55 min
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.
E69: MURDER - Peggy Andrews
8 juli 2020 |
44 min
Annie tells Johanna about the brutal unsolved murder of 19 year old co-ed Peggy Andrews in Columbus, Ohio
E68: MURDER - Jack Unterweger (part II)
1 juli 2020 |
46 min
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 www.podcorn.com
E67: MYSTERY - Asha Degree
24 juni 2020 |
63 min
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 do you think happened?
This episode is sponsored by petflow.com
E66: MURDER - Jack Unterweger (part I)
17 juni 2020 |
37 min
This week Johanna tells Annie everything she needs to know about the beginings of the most notorious Austrian serial killer: Jack Unterweger
E65: MURDER - Gay Gibson
10 juni 2020 |
52 min
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, so today Annie does her best to tell you the story as it should be told.
E64: The Theft of the Saliera
27 maj 2020 |
45 min
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 place?
Johanna tells Annie everything there is no to know about the theft of Cellini's Salt Cellar
E63: MURDER - Theresia Kandl
20 maj 2020 |
45 min
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 woman, pushed over the edge.
E62: St. Augustine & The Haunted Lighthouse
13 maj 2020 |
58 min
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 second Spanish period, and the construction of the very haunted Saint Augustine Lighthouse. We talk about the USA's first male and female Hispanic American lighthouse keepers, and discuss some of the tragedies that may have contributed to the haunting. This one has a little bit of everything...
E61: MYSTERY - Lars Mittank
6 maj 2020 |
50 min
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 authorities , +49 151 61378673, or visit http://www.findet-lars-mittank.de/
E60: MACABRE - Nova Scotia & The Titanic
29 april 2020 |
43 min
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 travelers on 9/11, but they also had a crucial role in the story of the Titanic. Today we are talking about the people of Nova Scotia, especially in Halifax, coming together to care for Titanic’s dead. We’ll tell you a little about this part of Titanic’s history that many have forgotten, or overlooked, and why this part of the world is at the top of Annie’s “must visit” travel list, as we send a virtual hug to Nova Scotia, and the people of Canada during this most difficult time to grieve.
E59: Mothman & The Silver Bridge Collapse
22 april 2020 |
50 min
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!
E58: Two Tales of Isolation
15 april 2020 |
51 min
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: Kimigayo/ the Japanese National Anthem
This episode is sponsored by Podcorn: www.podcorn.com
E57: MACABRE - The hijacking of FedEx 705
8 april 2020 |
50 min
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 episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E56: We don't know, how to name this one...Enjoy!
1 april 2020 |
52 min
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 of 1904.
We share with you a few of our favorite tales and strange deaths, while keeping each other company under quarantine.
This episode is sponsored by Elemis: www.elemis.com/us/freshhell
E55: MURDER - Eva Faschaunerin
25 mars 2020 |
47 min
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 sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E54: MURDER - The Crawford Family Murders
18 mars 2020 |
50 min
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 all about this horrific Australian crime.
This episode is sponsored by Elemis. Got to www.elemis.com/us/freshhell
E53: MYSTERY - The Bennington Triangle
11 mars 2020 |
46 min
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 cases. Join us as we discuss what may have happened to Middie Rivers, Paula Jean Weldon, James Tedford, Paul Jephson and Frieda Langer.
This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E52: MYSTERY - The Enfield Poltergeist
4 mars 2020 |
52 min
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 inspiration for the film, The Conjuring 2. Thanks to you, our listeners for a wonderful year! This episode is sponosred by Best Fiends: www.bestfiends.com
E51: MURDER - Gertrude, Walter & Ingrid Altreiter
26 februari 2020 |
41 min
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/
E50: MURDER - Villisca (Part II)
19 februari 2020 |
65 min
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 we think this savage, gruesome event was part of the work of an unnamed serial killer, or a solo event with lust, greed or revenge as the motive. Was there a copy cat killer who used published details from the cases we covered last week? Join us as we discuss the tragic Villisca Axe Murders of 1912.
E49: MURDER - Villisca (Part I)
12 februari 2020 |
63 min
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 information go to www.podcorn.com
E48: MURDER - The Gladbeck Hostage Crisis
5 februari 2020 |
57 min
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 it.
This episode is sponsored by BEST FIENDS: https://bestfiends.com/
E47: MACABRE - Victorian Death Trip (Part II): Bring out the dead
29 januari 2020 |
50 min
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 “FRESH20” for a 20% discount. Go to http://www.ballwash.com
E46: MURDER - Barbara Songhurst & Christine Reed
22 januari 2020 |
54 min
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 the story of the murder of 16 year old Barbara Songhurst and her best friend, 18 year old Christine Reed, the victims of the Towpath Murders.
E45: Habsburg Tragedies (Part II)
15 januari 2020 |
42 min
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.
E44: Habsburg Tragedies (Part I)
8 januari 2020 |
53 min
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.
E43: MURDER - Dagmar Fuhrich
1 januari 2020 |
47 min
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.
E42: Sergeant Al Powell
25 december 2019 |
46 min
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.
E41: MACABRE - Spontaneous Human Combustion
18 december 2019 |
48 min
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.
E40: MURDER - Martha Marek
11 december 2019 |
41 min
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.
E39: Greetings from Krampus
4 december 2019 |
48 min
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!
E38: MACABRE - The Cocoanut Grove Fire
27 november 2019 |
65 min
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 U.S. history, and the medical advances made as a result.
E37: MURDER - The Greenbrier Ghost
20 november 2019 |
49 min
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 the apparition's account. Edward, found guilty of murder, was sentenced to the state prison. Only known case in which testimony from a ghost helped convict a murderer.” This is the story of Zona Heaster Shue, the Greenbrier Ghost.
E36: MYSTERY - Aeryn Gillern
13 november 2019 |
59 min
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?".
E35: MURDER - John List, family annihilator
6 november 2019 |
69 min
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 before, but Annie takes a deep dive, so join us, and we'll tell you everything...
E34: Halloween Special
30 oktober 2019 |
50 min
In this special episode Annie and Johanna talk about their paranormal encounters and read letters sent in by the audience.
E33: The Exorcism of Anneliese Michel
23 oktober 2019 |
55 min
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.
E32: MURDER - The Hammersmith Ghost Murder
16 oktober 2019 |
42 min
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...
E31: MURDER - Armin Meiwes
9 oktober 2019 |
56 min
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.
E30: MACABRE - The Great London Beer Flood
2 oktober 2019 |
37 min
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.
E29: MURDER - Evelyn Nesbit
25 september 2019 |
80 min
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.
E28: MURDER - Carol & Christopher DiMaiti - The Crimes of Charles Stuart
18 september 2019 |
71 min
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.
E27: MYSTERY - Frauke Liebs
11 september 2019 |
45 min
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?
E26: MURDER - Clara Harris & Henry Rathbone
4 september 2019 |
46 min
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 we make this old news fresh again.
E25: MYSTERY - The Dyatlov Pass Incident
28 augusti 2019 |
80 min
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 lay out the facts of the case and discuss what happened to make 9 experienced hikers cut themselves out of their tent and flee into the night, half dressed. This is one of our favorite unsolved mysteries, and, we think, one of the creepiest true stories we know.
E24: MACABRE - Victorian Death Trip
21 augusti 2019 |
74 min
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!
E23: MURDER - The Horror House of Höxter
14 augusti 2019 |
52 min
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!
E22: MURDER - The Axeman of New Orleans
7 augusti 2019 |
67 min
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 that rocked the Big Easy and toast a widow who was pushed to the edge. Was the Axe-man really a demon from hell, or something a bit more...pedestrian? Laissez les terrifiant temps rouler!
E21: SPECIAL - International Tales
31 juli 2019 |
69 min
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 Needham. In Puerto Rico, we talk about the the Aguadilla UFO incident. In Venice, Italy, we cover the insane curse of the Palazzo Dario. In Sweden, the case of the Atlas Vampire. In Singapore, the horrific Toa Payoh Ritual MurdersIn Poland we discuss Czocha Castle and the many, many hauntings that make this 'Polish Hogwarts' a place we now plan to visit.
E20: MURDER - The Lady of the Dunes
24 juli 2019 |
56 min
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 in the film Jaws? Annie, who is from Cape Cod, tells Johanna and Jam all about this baffling cold case. Stay tuned to the end for a bonus ramble.
E19: MURDER - Fritz Haarmann
17 juli 2019 |
55 min
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.
E18: MURDER - Lauren Dunne Astley
10 juli 2019 |
41 min
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.
E17: MYSTERY - YOG'TZE
10 juli 2019 |
42 min
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…
E16: MYSTERY - Rebecca Zahau (Part II)
10 juli 2019 |
60 min
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 balcony in the courtyard of the home. The circumstances around Rebecca’s death are disturbing and bizarre, to say the least… was she murdered, or did she take her own life, as the police claim?
E15: MYSTERY - Rebecca Zahau (Part I)
10 juli 2019 |
57 min
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 balcony in the courtyard of the home. The circumstances around Rebecca’s death are disturbing and bizarre, to say the least… was she murdered, or did she take her own life, as the police claim?
E14: MACABRE - The Curse of Tutankhamun
10 juli 2019 |
59 min
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 you everything!
E13: MURDER - Karl Denke
10 juli 2019 |
43 min
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.
E12: MYSTERY - Natalee Holloway & Stephany Flores Ramirez
10 juli 2019 |
58 min
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.
E11: MURDER - The Papin Sisters
10 juli 2019 |
39 min
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.
E10: MYSTERY - Zigmund Adamski
10 juli 2019 |
40 min
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 this man? Was it something not of this Earth? One of the officers involved did have a close encounter, and that area of England is known for UFO activity…Join us as we get into the very strange case of the disappearance and death of Zigmund Adamski.
E09: MURDER -Hinterkaifeck
10 juli 2019 |
61 min
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.
E08: MYSTERY - The Lindbergh Baby (Part II)
10 juli 2019 |
51 min
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.
E07: MYSTERY - The Lindbergh Baby (Part I)
10 juli 2019 |
47 min
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 also 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.
E06: MMMHISTORY - The Bounty (Part II)
10 juli 2019 |
37 min
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 of duty, honor and betrayal at sea.
E05: MMMHISTORY - The Bounty (Part I)
10 juli 2019 |
40 min
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 of duty, honor and betrayal at sea.
E04: MURDER - Wakefield
10 juli 2019 |
34 min
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.
E03: MACABRE - The Jersey Maneater
10 juli 2019 |
53 min
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. You’ve heard it mentioned in the movie JAWS, this is an amazing, shocking, and tragic true story, and we’ll tell you everything.
E02: MURDER - Bleistiftmörder
10 juli 2019 |
44 min
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…
E01: MURDER - Smuttynose Island
10 juli 2019 |
60 min
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, brutal crime on a small, isolated island in the Atlantic Ocean.
Fresh Hell Teaser: Introduction
10 juli 2019 |
30 min
This is an introduction to Fresh Hell, a podcast about murders, mysteries and other harrowing true stories. In this introduction, we tell you a little about who we are and why we love terrible things.
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