Best Third Eye Storytelling Podcasts (2025)

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188: World War II in Europe & The American Response (1939–40): Isolationism vs. Arsenal of Democracy 1:08:05

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“I have said not once but many times that I have seen war and that I hate war. … I hope the United States will keep out of this war. I believe that it will.” This is the story of the first year of WWII in the European theater and the United States’ response. Since the days of President George Washington, the United States has largely held to George…

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I SURVIVED: I Can't Even Explain The Type Of Fear That I Felt 39:36

3d ago39:36

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A gun-wielding man carjacks and sexually assaults Lisa and her friend. Chris is with his dogs when a tornado sweeps through his house. Jeannette is 9-years-old when she is kidnapped and sexually assaulted for three days. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Mint - To get the…

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MYSTICAL: Edgar Cayce and the Akashic Records 48:07

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In the early 1900s, Edgar Cayce claimed he was able to heal sick patients by tapping into something called the Akashic Records—a metaphysical archive of every soul’s thoughts, emotions, actions, and past experiences—in this life and the last. Some say that Edgar’s abilities were nothing more than a hoax—but others point to his predictions of the fu…

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REOPENED: Skeletons In The Closet 18:03

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A scrapyard owner makes a gruesome discovery, which leads investigators to question a mother who may be killing her children. Greenlight: Start your risk-free trial today at Greenlight.com/coldcase Thrive Market: Go to ThriveMarket.com/coldcase for 30% off your first order, PLUS a free $60 gift! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…

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Peter Rowan: The Bluegrass Buddha's Tex-Mex Roots, ep. 327 1:08:54

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Legendary Massachusetts-born, California-based musician Peter Rowan is best known for his bluegrass roots. A practicing Buddhist, he did time in Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys as well as in the short-lived and epically important Old & In the Way with Jerry Garcia and David Grisman. However, his latest album 'Tales of the Free Mexican Airforce' celeb…

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Introducing: Crime House Daily 7:00

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Crime doesn’t take a day off. And neither does Crime House Daily. Hosted by self-defense instructor and advocate for victims, Katie Ring, Crime House Daily is coming to you twice every weekday, covering the biggest crime stories as they unfold. Morning episodes give you the need-to-know. The latest headlines, breaking developments, and where things…

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The Killer's Tattoo 39:41

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The murder of a 73-year-old man leads investigators on a long chase for an accomplished identity thief. Their best lead is a rose tattoo with the name Phyllis. IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by texting COLD to 64000 Mint: To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to …

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I SURVIVED: I Can't Handle This Pain Anymore 41:45

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A machete-wielding intruder terrorizes Jessica in her apartment where he sexually assaults her. Jeff and Mark are on a hunting trip when a savage attack by a grizzly bear leaves Mark partially scalped and miles from help. Kerri is blindfolded and abducted at knifepoint, forcing her to fight for her life. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re sea…

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THE UNKNOWN: The Third Man Factor 45:34

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In moments of survival, people have claimed to sense a mysterious presence that helps them through hard times and leads them to safety. From expeditions through the Arctic to escaping the World Trade Center during 9/11, what’s come to be known as the Third Man Factor has reportedly saved dozens if not hundreds of lives. The question is—is it our ow…

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REOPENED: Shattered 21:44

12d ago21:44

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A young woman is shot to death during a jewelry store robbery in 1980, but without the ability to test DNA evidence the case goes cold until the killer strikes again two decades later. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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The Campfire Mint Murderer 35:52

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When nine-year-old Candy Rogers, turns up dead after selling mints door-to-door, Spokane detectives launch a dogged campaign to find her killer. What follows is one of the longest Cold Case investigations in the State history. goPure: head to gopurebeauty.com and use code coldcase at checkout for 25% off! Hydrow: Head over to Hydrow.com and use cod…

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Jen Bateman’s 'Behind the 8-Ball' Comics and MNCBA Conventions 48:00

16h ago48:00

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Jen Bateman returns to Two Geeks Talking, as we discuss their 1000 page trilogy: 'Behind The 8-Ball' comic anthology. It has been a few years since our last interview so there was plenty to talk about from their creative process, to becoming President of the Minnesota Comic Book Association (MNCBA) and modernizing that organization, to finding the …

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187: From the Rhineland to Poland (1935–1939): Annexation, Appeasement, & the Start of World War II 1:08:46

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“A great war can hardly be avoided any longer.” This is the story of Nazi Germany’s aggressive territorial expansion and the start of WWII. The Treaty of Versailles has long been a thorn in Adolf Hitler’s side. Its troublesome limits on troops and technology pose challenges for a man bent on taking lebensraum and building a Grossdeuschland by any m…

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I SURVIVED: I Lost My Life That Night... Because I Will Never Be That Person Again 38:58

17d ago38:58

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Abducted in the trunk of her own car, Michelle suffers unimaginable horror at the hands of her three captors. Trapped in the ruins of her tornado ravaged apartment building, Terri-Lynn and her boyfriend prepares to die. At eight-years-old, Jennifer is kidnapped by a man who sexually abuses her, cuts her throat and leaves her to die in a field. This…

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HAUNTED: Bobby Mackey's Music World 45:40

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Bobby Mackey's Music World, a honky-tonk bar in Wilder, Kentucky, is said to be haunted by a host of restless spirits. From tragic deaths and violent crimes to rumored connections to the occult, the history of the building is just as terrifying as the spirits who inhabit it—turning even the biggest skeptics into true believers. For a full list of s…

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REOPENED: Mr. Big Sting 17:18

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When a convenience store clerk is murdered in cold blood, an investigator goes undercover as a mafia boss in an elaborate sting that will snare a killer. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Rissi Palmer & Miko Marks: "Buckle Bunny," No Cringe, and My Black Country, ep. 326 1:07:02

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This time on Basic Folk, we are checking in with country singer-songwriter and Color Me Country radio host Rissi Palmer and Americana country artist Miko Marks. The two close friends both came up as Black women in country music in the early part of the 21st century where they experienced gatekeepers and discrimination in the industry, but undeniabl…

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Manhunt 41:10

21d ago41:10

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A look at the case of James Allen Selby, a serial rapist who eluded police for years while attacking 11 women in Oklahoma, Nevada, California, Arizona, and Colorado. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your first month. Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progres…

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I SURVIVED: I Felt Like There My Life Goes, That Was My Shot 37:44

24d ago37:44

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Amy meets a man at a party who attacks her after offering to take her for a ride. Tyler is 14 years old when he and a friend are attacked by a classmate after a school dance who sexually assaults him and sets him on fire. Jeff is on a snowmobile trip with ten friends when they are hit by three consecutive avalanches. Apartments.com - To find whatev…

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ALIEN: Battle of Los Angeles 41:46

25d ago41:46

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In February 1942, anti-aircraft artillery lit up the night sky over Los Angeles, firing at unidentified flying objects. Despite the intense barrage, no aircraft were recovered, and no conclusive explanation was provided. Was it an enemy attack, a case of war nerves, or something out of this world? For a full list of sources, please visit: sosuperna…

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REOPENED: The Closers 32:03

26d ago32:03

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A woman drops her daughter off at daycare then disappears. Without any evidence or clues, Los Angeles investigators have no leads until an anonymous tipster gives the detectives a name that may crack the case. goPure: head to gopurebeauty.com and use code coldcase at checkout for 25% off! IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by…

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Vibe Coaches: Maya de Vitry, Ethan Jodziewicz, Joel Timmons, & Shelby Means, ep. 325 1:12:09

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Maya de Vitry, Ethan Jodziewicz, Joel Timmons, and Shelby Means are on Basic Folk today talking about their new collaborations. Maya produced both Shelby and Joel's debut solo albums this year; Joel and Ethan play in Maya's band; and the two couples (Joel & Shelby are married and Ethan & Maya are partners) are all very close friends. They met in Na…

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Baby For Sale / The Barrel 40:12

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When a Nevada couple demands the return of a baby they had sold to another couple, the burned body of the baby turns up in Arizona. Then, a man discovers a barrel in his crawlspace that contains the body of a woman who has been dead for decades. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your fi…

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Conor McCreery on Third Eye Blind, Defying Tropes, Witchcraft with The Last Witch! 1:02:28

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Conor McCreery, co-creator of Kill Shakespeare and writer of the new YA graphic novel The Last Witch, joins Two Geeks Talking (after five years) to dissect the psychology of defiance, the cost of magic, and how to subvert clichés in storytelling. They explore the tactical decisions behind building a powerhouse creative team, the personal fears that…

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186: From Czardom to Stalinism: Building the USSR & the Ascent of Joseph Stalin 1:06:39

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“Comrade Stalin, now that he is general secretary, has concentrated immense power in his hands, and I am not sure whether he will always be capable of exercising this power with sufficient caution.” This is the story of Joseph Stalin’s path to becoming the dictator of the USSR. Ioseb (Joseph) Jughashvili, or little “Soso,” is a good student. A choi…

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I SURVIVED: I Had Blood Shooting Out Both Sides of Me 35:15

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Harold, store manager, and his staff are held up and shot by two killers. John is 18-years-old when he has both his arms torn off in an accident on the family farm. At 17-years-olds Lisa is kidnapped and assaulted by a serial killer. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartments.com the place to find a place. Prog…

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CONSPIRACY: Operation Highjump 42:21

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In 1946, the Navy sent 4700 men to Antarctica for—what they claimed—was a training mission that would prepare them for battle in extreme temperatures. But after three months the operation was shut down, sparking rumors that the mission was a cover-up for something else entirely—like finding a hidden Nazi base or a civilization at the center of the …

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REOPENED: The Punishment 18:52

1M ago18:52

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Despite several mysterious and concerning clues, the drowning death of 6-year-old Sally Cheesboro is deemed a tragic accident. Over two decades later, Sally's sister is all grown up and determined to keep a promise she made to her baby sister. goPure: head to gopurebeauty.com and use code coldcase at checkout for 25% off! Shopify - Sign up for a on…

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Paul Brady on Tina Turner, Irish Music and Not Being Too Famous, ep. 324 54:33

19d ago54:33

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Bob Dylan once called Paul Brady a "secret hero" and meant it as a compliment. The Irish songwriting legend has not been bothered by the fact that his profile has not risen as high as some of his peers. Starting off in the world of traditional Irish music, Brady spent time in the hugely influential Irish group Planxty until they disbanded in 1975. …

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The Evil Among Us 32:50

1M ago32:50

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When 8-year-old April Tinsley is found dead in a Fort Wayne, Indiana ditch the community is shaken. Disturbing letters then appear, penned by her killer, targeting other young girls. Police scramble to catch April's murderer before he strikes again. Progressive: Multitask right now. Quote your car insurance at Progressive.com to join the over 28 mi…

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I SURVIVED: I Am So Close To Getting Help, But I Am So Far 38:22

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Julie and her two young children are abducted and taken into the Florida Everglades by a man who sexually assaults Julie. John is taking his dogs for a walk when he is mauled by a hungry black bear, forcing him to fight for his life in the driveway of his holiday cabin. Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more visit apartment…

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DISAPPEARED: Anjikuni Lake 39:22

1M ago39:22

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In the 1930s, in Northern Canada, a fur trapper named Joe Labelle stumbled upon a small Inuit village that had been recently deserted. Many wondered what drove the villagers out so quickly, as weapons and clothing were left behind, dogs were left to starve, and a grave had been dug up, inexplicably. Some say that strange lights seen over the region…

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Introducing: CONSPIRACY THEORIES, CULTS, AND CRIMES 7:55

1M ago7:55

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From Jonestown to Heaven’s Gate, to the Octopus Murders and the Waco Siege, the world is full of deception, manipulation, and destruction. Listen to Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crimes every Wednesday as we explore the real people at the center of the world’s most shocking secrets and nefarious organizations. Conspiracy Theories, Cults, and Crim…

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REOPENED: The Bad Cop 14:43

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When Kimberly White – the estranged wife of a former state trooper – is found shot to death, her ex-husband swears that she took her own life. But as the investigation unfolds, the trooper's story doesn't quite add up. Greenlight: Start your risk-free trial today at Greenlight.com/coldcase Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. Mint: To get the new c…

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Everyone Has a Friend in Joe K. Walsh, ep. 323 49:59

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Originally from northern Minnesota, Joe K. Walsh grew up in Duluth and became enthralled with the mandolin (his primary focus, currently) after hearing the first David Grisman Quintet record. His dad got the young Joe his own mando. He ended up getting very serious about the instrument and found himself studying at Berklee College of Music in Bosto…

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The Sunday Morning Slasher 41:53

1M ago41:53

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Law enforcement officials fear they may have to release perhaps the U.S.’s most prolific serial killer, Coral Eugene Watts, from prison until a 24-year-old murder case gives them a chance to lock him up for good. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your first month. Homes.com: We’ve done …

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185: The Early Holocaust: From the “Jewish Question” to Kristallnacht 1:08:59

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“Being a Jew is not a crime, I am not a dog.” This is the story of the start of the Holocaust. Serving as the scapegoat for everything from a disappearing child to the Black Plague, European Jews are used to “anti-Jewry.” But as the nation state rises in the modern world, it brings the so-called “Jewish Question” to the fore: can one be a faithful …

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I SURVIVED: I've Got Bad News For You, You've Just Been Kidnapped 37:51

1M ago37:51

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Martin is 13-years-old when he is abducted and raped by a serial pedophile who chains him up in a buried box on a hill. Jason, Dave and Joe are on a canyoneering trip when a flash flood launches them over a cliff and intro a fight for survival. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp Apartments.com - To find whatever you’re searching for and more v…

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THE UNKNOWN: Reincarnation 42:29

2M ago42:29

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One of life’s biggest mysteries is what happens to us when we die—but the answer might lie in the early memories of small children. Some kids seem to remember specific and very detailed moments of a past life—leading many top researchers to wonder if this is evidence of reincarnation. For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupernaturalpodcast.…

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The Unlikely Union: New Tour Dates 7:53

2M ago7:53

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Professor Greg Jackson is touring the country with a live version of the podcast telling the story of The Unlikely Union of American states. Starting Sep 19, 2025 through July 4, 2026, you can hear the Professor history-tell in person, with video and live musicians. It’s not recorded for the podcast so get your tickets now at ⁠HTDSpodcast.com/live-…

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REOPENED: Eyes at the Window 19:18

2M ago19:18

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The community is shocked when nursing student Jana Reynolds is raped and murdered. Without DNA testing available the case goes cold, but when the killer strikes again a detective with a hunch puts the pieces together. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. IQBAR - Get 20% off all IQBAR products plus free shipping by texting COLD to 64000 See Privacy …

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Everyone Belongs at the Olive Klug show, ep. 322 52:36

1M ago52:36

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Olive Klug and I (Cindy) recorded this interview in my closet while they were in Portland, Maine to play a show. They stayed along with their band Cori, Haley, and Payton and it was a real pleasure to be around them for a few days. You can tell that Olive is at their best around their band and it is a true collaboration on stage. Shoutout to the wh…

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Deja Vu / Secret in the Well 43:19

2M ago43:19

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A new fingerprint identification system helps detectives track down a killer after three years of searching. A Georgia investigator gets to the bottom of a 16-year-old murder case when he discovers the victim’s body… in the bottom of a well. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your first …

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I SURVIVED: I Was Looking Right At The Devil's Face 34:06

2M ago34:06

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Kara is 15-years-old when she is abducted and raped by a serial killer. Dan is a photographer documenting aid work in Haiti when an earthquake collapses the hotel he is in. Tamecka is attacked by her neighbor with scissors after allowing him to use her phone. Mint - To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $…

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HAUNTED: Enfield Poltergeist 38:25

2M ago38:25

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In the late 1970s, a quiet suburban home in Enfield, London, belonging to the Hodgson family got a new roommate—a poltergeist. The entity seemed to latch on to their 11-year-old daughter, Janet, who experienced levitation, violent attacks, and had strange voices speak through her. The case was heavily investigated by paranormal researchers who agre…

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REOPENED: Caught By The Past 21:22

2M ago21:22

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Clydine Dallas is murdered in her own home, and despite fingerprint evidence her case goes cold until a special squad tasked with re-opening tough cases picks up the investigation. Homes.com: We’ve done your homework. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Gina Chavez: From Choir Kid to Latin Grammy Nominee, ep. 321 1:05:37

1M ago1:05:37

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New bestie Gina Chavez speaks about her journey in music, her deep love for connecting with people, and the influence of her mixed cultural background on Basic Folk. Her parents are of Mexican and Swiss-German descent. Her father, although second generation Mexican-American, was not raised with Spanish language or any Mexican culture. Gina discusse…

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Killing for a Dream Home? The Dark Comedy of Upkeep Issue 2 with Ari Gross 43:15

2M ago43:15

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Ari Gross joins Two Geeks Talking to discuss Upkeep, a dark comedy comic about first-time home buyers in Toronto who turn to murder to protect their lavish lifestyle. This satire horror series skewers modern home ownership, raising a family, and the absurd hunt for daycare. Life isn't easy in Toronto. The line between satire and horror, and why thi…

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A Dawn to Remember 36:04

2M ago36:04

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When 18-year-old model Dawn Koons heads to California with dreams of stardom, her family back in Yonkers worry she's made a mistake. After her body is found in her bathtub, police have a suspect but unmasking her killer takes nearly 40 years. This Episode is sponsored by BetterHelp BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/COLDCASE to get 10% off your first…

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184: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: From Failure to Führer of Nazi Germany or the Third Reich 1:07:14

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“There will be no more mercy now; anyone who stands in our way will be butchered.” This is the story of Adolf Hitler and the collapse of the Weimar Republic. A dropout. A failed applicant to Vienna’s prestigious Academy of Fine Arts. A decorated but low-ranking soldier who attempts to overthrow the state and is convicted of treason. But only a deca…