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Lore

Aaron Mahnke

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The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every Friday.
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A murder case has many layers: the victim, the crime, and the investigation. To truly understand it, you need to dissect each piece of a tragic puzzle. Join Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi and Scott Weinberger every Tuesday for an insider’s perspective, as they reveal to you the Anatomy of Murder.
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Noble Blood

iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild

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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.
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Murder in Illinois

iHeartPodcasts

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In 2007, Chris Vaughn was arrested during a funeral for his wife and three children. He would be tried and convicted of their murders. To this day he maintains no memory of what occurred that tragic day 20 years ago. Murder in Illinois follows the complicated circumstances that led to Vaughn’s conviction, as well as the forensic evidence his supporters believe proves his innocence- in attempt to answer one question: Who killed the Vaughn family?
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National Park After Dark

Audioboom Studios

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Hosted by two friends who share a passion for public lands and a fascination with what can go wrong there, each week hosts Danielle and Cassie explore the darker side of our National Parks. But it isn’t always chills and thrills. By sharing inspiring tales and their desire for protecting our planet’s wild places, they hope listeners will be inspired to take a walk into the wild and create meaningful adventures of their own.
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The Orphans

The Light and Tragic Company

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The Orphans is a cinematic sci-fi audio drama about survival in a harsh universe: castaways on a hostile world, A.I.s with unprecedented emotions, strangers who share faces, love and loss in a far-flung future. Each season explores a new vantage point in an ever-expanding and inter-connected galaxy!
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A young Wall Street genius lands in the Costa Rican jungle with a vast fortune and visions of paradise - but ends up in hell. He and his wife build a spectacular circular mansion deep in the rainforest - a sanctuary for themselves and for endangered wildlife. But sinister forces soon have the couple fearing for their lives. As paranoia takes root and shadows close in, the troubled pair steadily lose their grip on reality. They transform their paradise home into a fortress surrounded by armed ...
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Do you love The Traitors, Werewolf and Mafia? Welcome to the next level of social deduction, Blood on the Clocktower. Our episodes are stacked to the brim with subterfuge and betrayal! With guests from No Rolls Barred, The Pandemonium Institute, Dropout, Oxventure and beyond, you won't be able to stop listening. Subscribe for a new episode in our ten-episode first season on the last Tuesday of every month!
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Welcome to Jesus in a Tragic World with Greg Faulls - a podcast for anyone trying to make sense of faith in the middle of real life. Life can be hard, messy, and unpredictable - but you don't have to walk through it alone. Each week, Greg Faulls brings honest conversation, practical wisdom, and the hope of the gospel to the everyday struggles we all face. Whether you're dealing with loss, searching for purpose, or simply trying to grow closer to God, yourself, and others, this podcast is her ...
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Defense Diaries

Defense Diaries

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Original true crime podcast. Join your host, criminal defense attorney Bob Motta for: season one: The Gacy Tapes- Has been remastered and re-released as a stand alone podcast, BURIED: Inside the John Wayne Gacy Investigaiton. We enter the twisted mind of serial killer John Wayne Gacy through the use of 15 hours of never before heard, pre-trial interviews with Gacy and his attorneys, as they prepare for the trial of the century. Season two: Tunnel Vision: Nebraska v. Dr Anthony Garcia -join B ...
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Legendary Stories, Awe-inspiring Sound & Endless Adventure await in the Realms of Peril & Glory! Get ready for the actual play adventure of a lifetime! Explore the mechanically magical vistas of Vael, the paranormal mysteries of Liminal London, and the cyberpunk chaos of CY_BORG. With breathtaking sound design and enchanting original music, you’ll be immersed into unforgettable campaigns and heart-pounding one-shots. Ignite your imagination and discover the Realms of Peril & Glory today.
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News of the mysterious deaths of billionaire Canadian pharma giant Barry Sherman and his philanthropist wife Honey in December 2017 reverberated around the world. Five years later, with no arrests and little news from the police, their deaths remain shrouded in mystery and conspiracy theories, with too many lingering questions. Not just who killed them, but what kind of life do you have to live that when you’re found dead, there are multiple theories, including some involving your own family ...
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Collateral Damage is an investigative podcast series examining the half-century-long war on drugs, its enduring ripple effects, and the devastating consequences of building a massive war machine aimed at the public itself. Hosted by Radley Balko, an investigative journalist who has been covering the drug war and the criminal justice system for more than 20 years, each episode takes an in-depth look at someone who was unjustly killed in the drug war. The so-called “war on drugs” began as a me ...
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Tragedy Into Triumph

Wendell Brown - Founder

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Hear from others real stories of how God has changed their lives from Tragedy Into Triumph. Learn practical ways that you can overcome the tragic circumstances of loss, addiction, poor choices, sickness, depression and much more with God's help to live a triumphant life.
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Girlblogger: The Podcast is created and hosted by Brett Collins. Broadcasted for any tumblr obsessed, self-proclaimed internet junkie that loves all things pop culture. This podcast will review shows, movies, fashion, celebrities, and all things fabulous while collecting perspectives from both guests that pop in and the listeners that give feedback. All hot takes are welcome!
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Philosophize This!

Stephen West

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Beginner friendly if listened to in order! For anyone interested in an educational podcast about philosophy where you don't need to be a graduate-level philosopher to understand it. In chronological order, the thinkers and ideas that forged the world we live in are broken down and explained.
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So There I Was

Chuck Newton and Pete Harmon

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Join hosts, Fig and Repete, as they bring in some great aviation raconteurs to relate the glamorous, hilarious, poignant, tragic, and incredible tales of aviation. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry. You’ll laugh ’til you cry, but you’ll never be bored!
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Jack of All Graves

Jack of All Graves

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A storytelling pod in which an American girl and a Welsh guy bond over a shared love of the terrifying, tragic, bloody, morbid, anxiety-inducing, and horrific -- a joyful and therapeutic exploration of very dark things.
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Thrill Me Podcast

Thrillme podcast Australia

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Join Adam (Slasher movie tragic), Jared (Superhero aficionado), Gibbo (Action specialist) and Matty (Deep thinker) as they dissect and discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of action and horror cinema.
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Hide and Seek

James Baysinger

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The Disappearance of Shane Barton On March 9, 2023, Shane Barton vanished from his home in Rochester, Washington. No phone. No wallet. No trace. Just... gone. This season on Hide and Seek, we unravel the mystery of Shane's disappearance. We explore the moments leading up to that fateful day—was his vanishing an act of free will, a tragic accident, or the result of something far more sinister? The haunting questions leave us wondering: Did Shane walk away from his life, or does a far darker t ...
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Guard Up Knicks

Guard Up Knicks

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Hosted by Apollo Reed, André Jalil, and Rick D Rula, this Brother/Cousin trio talks everything Knicks, on and off the court. Growing up as lifelong Knicks fans, their passion speaks for itself as they converse through their tragic admiration about their favorite team, the New York Knicks. Twitter: @guardupknicks @apolloreed_ @andrejalil @gukrick Instagram: @guardupknickspodcast @apolloreed_ @andrejalil @rick_d_rula_guk
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Campus Killings

AbJack Entertainment

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Campus Killings is a Bi-Weekly true crime podcast that debuts on September 17, 2022, and releases new episodes every other Saturday. Campus Killings is hosted by Dr. Meghan Sacks and Dr. Amy Shlosberg (Women & Crime, and Direct Appeal podcasts). In each episode, Meghan and Amy dive into some of the most shocking and tragic murders to happen on school grounds, and provide their analysis as both Educators and trained Criminologists. They discuss what went wrong, and what could have been done d ...
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The Nothing Is Wasted Podcast

That Sounds Fun Network

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The Nothing is Wasted podcast explores the deep impact of trauma, loss, grief, and tragedy, while providing listeners with the hope and healing of Jesus. Born from Host Davey Blackburn’s own story of trauma and grief after the tragic loss of his wife Amanda and unborn child during a home invasion, this show features powerful stories of resilience and faith and practical tools to navigate pain and heartache. Listen each week for encouragement and insight as guests share how they’ve found that ...
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Morbid

Ash Kelley & Alaina Urquhart

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It’s a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Morbid is a true crime, creepy history and all things spooky podcast hosted by an autopsy technician and a hairstylist. Join us for a heavy dose of research with a dash of comedy thrown in for flavor. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Morbid ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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History of North America

History of North America

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Sweeping historical saga of the United States (USA), Canada and Mexico from their deep origins to our present epoch. Join host Mark Vinet on this exciting and fascinating journey through time, exploring and focusing on the interesting, compelling, wonderful and tragic stories of the North American continent, its inhabitants, heroes, villains, leaders, environment and geography.
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This is a biweekly show that explores a diverse array of tragic & uplifting life stories that surround relationships, spirituality, entertainment, & both historical & contemporary issues. With a foundation in faith, the show advocates for a life rich in purpose, abundance, & joy, even amidst adversity. We encourage the listeners to share the inspiration with others, fostering a collective journey of learning and growth. Grateful for your generous contributions that enable us to produce addit ...
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Tragedy - A True Crime Podcast

Michael and Alyssa McFarland

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We are dedicated to sharing the stories of the victims and families that have experienced tragic losses or events. We want their stories heard by as many people as possible so as to never forget them and what they meant to the people in their lives. If you have questions about an episode or would like us to consider a new case, please contact us through Facebook or email us at [email protected]
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Everybody has a story to tell. And there was a time when we would share those stories around the kitchen table. Laughing, telling jokes, talking about the events of the day. Heated debates, tragic loss, living life. The kitchen table is where we could share our lives. So come sit with me and my friends as conversation unfolds across the kitchen table.
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Madame Magenta, psychic, medium, and inventor of the ‘drink-along’ audiobook, reads her best-selling* books, with support from her adoring husband Bernard. In Magenta is the Warmest Colour, Magenta is forced into a bank heist by the ghost of her ex-husband, and in Madame Magenta & The Arcati Killer, she is pitted against a psychotic murderer hell-bent on destroying the mystic community. She also uses the ancient art of bibliomancy to help solve real problems sent in by you, her Tragic Fans. ...
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Bittersweet Infamy

Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso

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Storytellers and best friends Josie Mitchell and Taylor Basso share the stories that live on in infamy: the strange and the familiar, the tragic and the comic—the bitter and the sweet. New episodes (usually) every other Sunday on the 604 Podcast Network! Support the show: ko-fi.com/bittersweetinfamy
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What does life look like after burnout? In this episode of Overcoming Burnout, our guest, Tim Menser, shares how he’s learned to live in sustained recovery – through rest, Sabbath, and other spiritual rhythms. From managing your schedule to walking closely with Jesus and building accountability, this episode offers practical, soul-nourishing discip…
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Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free con…
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Episode 64 Maggie Wardle The small, insular culture of Kalamazoo College often led to short, fiery relationships between co-eds that heated up and fizzled quickly. But in October of 1999, one fizzled relationship between sophomores Maggie Wardle and Neenef Odoh would reignite into a deadly end. This episode deals with domestic abuse. If you are a v…
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Denary Novels, Book Five — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America. Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, a…
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Katy Perry is already connected to love... Again! I kick off this week's episode with the hard launch between Katy and the s€xsi Canadian politician, Justin Trudeau. Maybe our pop girlie will try her hand at politics next! After discussing that news, I move onto even more confusing topics like Vogue World. WTF even is Vogue World? Well, apparently …
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James Hicks’ story is one of deception, control, and calculated violence. Convicted of murdering two women and suspected in more disappearances, Hicks’ chilling crimes span decades, leaving a trail of unanswered questions. In this deep-dive podcast, we uncover the twisted life of a man who manipulated those closest to him, examine the investigation…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Tragedy into Triumph podcast, Wendell Brown interviews Joe and Beth Heath, a couple with a remarkable story of faith and resilience. They share their journey from meeting as missionaries to facing the challenges of their son Peter's diagnosis of Batten disease. The conversation explores their experiences in Sou…
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We have a special Halloween episode for you this month to celebrate spooky season. We’ve decided to release what would have been a subscribers only episode :) This week we are joined by Patricia, better known as Patches, the creator of The Morbidly Curious Book Club. What began in 2021 as a small online space for readers to share dark and fascinati…
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Happy Halloween! My special guest is over 200 years old!!! Through "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Tell-Tale Heart," and "The Raven," Edgar Allan Poe comes alive for this special episode, read by yours truly with music composed for this eerie rendition. Enjoy, if you dare, muhhahahahaha! Intro music courtesy of BackgroundMusicForVideos…
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For the final Trick or Treat episode of the season, we're taking a tour through some of the lesser-known vampire folklore around the world. But just because they don't fit the stereotype we've come to know and love does not mean these stories are any less terrifying. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing and research by Alex Robinson,…
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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! Adam and Jared continue with their deep exploration of the Elm Street franchise with a full commentary on Part 3. Does the return of Wes Craven make for a better film? Is there Hypnocil abuse going on? And why in the world didn't Lieutenant Thompson bury Freddy's bones in the ground the first time around? Listen in for those answ…
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Was the fairy tale of Hansel and Gretel - the story of a woodcutter’s children abandoned in the woods and left at the mercy of a witch - in fact, early true crime? A hit book - The Truth About Hansel and Gretel - said that historical records pointed to the story being based on fact. Are we too quick to dismiss the truth behind tall stories? Or are …
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The North American celebration of Halloween marks the day before the Western Christian feast of All Saints’ (or All Hallows') Day and initiates the season of Allhallowtide, which lasts three days and concludes with All Souls' Day. s360. Everything Everywhere Daily podcast available at https://amzn.to/3XHj20A History of Halloween books at https://am…
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How do you hold onto hope when the answers just aren’t coming? What does it look like to keep the faith when it feels like your prayers are going unheard? Olivia (Feller) Gerber’s journey with chronic pain began in high school, when unexplained symptoms started to disrupt her daily life. Despite countless medical tests and doctor visits, she was le…
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Allyn Hinton, Marine and Army aviator, joins So There I Was for a wild, first-person tour from low-level Huey recons over Da Nang to Blackhawks in Desert Storm. In this Allyn Hinton interview, he relives a smoke-grenade surprise that flushed eight guys from a bunker, a foot chase through a dry rice paddy, and a med-evac detour that out-prioritized …
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It’s midnight in the jungle. The Benders are alone. A single shot rings out. One person is dead. As police arrive on the scene, they initially conclude it’s a suicide. But suspicion grows and the scene raises questions. But soon, the suspect is out of reach of detectives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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ITS HALLOWEEN and we are reaching into our candy bowl to give you a spooooooky episode that's brought to you BY you, FOR you, FROM you and ALLLLL about you! Debdeb has gathered a batch of terrifying tales that will get you in the mood for the most wonderful time of the year! LISTEN to this (nearly)Nicholas-free version on all podcast platforms OR W…
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Pagan and folk beliefs overlap of with Christian beliefs to create ancient Halloween traditions that go back, far back in Western occidental history to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. The North American celebration of Halloween marks the day before the Western Christian feast of All Saints’ (or All Hallows') Day and initiates the season of …
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*Content Warning: Institutional child abuse, body-image abuse, disordered eating, attack therapy, cultic abuse, grooming, medical trauma, death, alcohol use disorder, psychological and physical trauma, child labor, distressing themes. *Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Snag your ticket for the live Home fo…
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Peter McWilliams was an optimist, activist, poet, and advocate for personal freedom. His book “Ain’t Nobody’s Business If You Do: The Absurdity of Consensual Crimes in Our Free Country” resonated across the political spectrum. After contracting AIDS and being diagnosed with AIDS-related non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 1996, McWilliams turned to medical mar…
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Ancient Halloween roots and customs go back, far back to Western occidental history’s folk, pagan, and Christian beliefs. Pumpkins, trick or treating and ghost stories are what we associate with Halloween, but what about turnips, fairies and a fortune-telling cake? We go in search of the origins of Halloween, rooted on the island of Ireland in the …
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On her deathbed, the unmarried "Virgin Queen" Elizabeth I declared that her successor would be King James VI of Scotland. Or at least, that's the story that we've been told. In her new book THE STOLEN CROWN, historian Tracy Borman, Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces, discusses the bombshell new discoveries that reveal that the Stuart Dynasty w…
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A young woman is shot and killed at work, in a local home improvement store. The shooter’s unlikely accomplice would prove pivotal to this crime. View source material and photos for this episode at: anatomyofmurder.com/aisle-52 Can’t get enough AoM? Find us on social media! Instagram: @aom_podcast | @audiochuck Twitter: @AOM_podcast | @audiochuck F…
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Trick-or-Treat Infamy + season finale! Josie tells Taylor about the dramatic life and times of English novelist Mary Shelley, and the infamous origins of her Gothic masterpiece, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus. Plus: is your Labubu a conduit for an ancient Mesopotamian demon? Find out in the final minfamous of season five!…
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Zack, Liz & Fiona have launched a brand new show: Last Line. Rewind. Tune in to hear the first episode! FOLLOW LAST LINE. REWIND. Welcome, my little Video Nasties to my menagerie of horrors... This is Last Line. Rewind. And now, let me present to you my first terrifying tape. There are places in this world you know you know. These places, too real …
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Last week, Cautionary Tales told the tragic story of Derek Bentley, exploring Britain's troubled relationship with capital punishment. Across the Atlantic, Revisionist History has also been scrutinizing what it means for a state to try to execute a person. For this bonus episode, Malcolm Gladwell joins Tim Harford to discuss his new series The Alab…
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The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history. The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV Benjamin Fran…
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Halloween week is here! As such, Corrigan brings us a suitably gory story of historical axe murder, Marko goes on a ghost tour, and we talk about allll the October spooky movies. Highlights: [0:00] Corrigan tells Marko about axe murders [49:50] Mark is struggling with Halloween, but his fam is going horror mazing and went on a ghost tour [01:06:41]…
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In this episode, Jack Fox from Never a Truer Word joins us to examine how perspective (the speaker’s viewpoint, context, and intent) can alter the way we interpret statements revealed in the most recent FOIA release related to the Michael John Olson case. Together, we break down how phrasing, timing, stress, and memory can subtly shift meaning, and…
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We proudly presents new anthology horror podcast from the creator of The Orphans, Last Line. Rewind. FOLLOW LAST LINE. REWIND.⁠ Welcome, my little Video Nasties to my menagerie of horrors... This is Last Line. Rewind. And now, let me present to you my first terrifying tape. There are places in this world you know you know. These places, too real to…
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We proudly presents new anthology horror podcast from the creator of Realms', Last Line. Rewind. ⁠FOLLOW LAST LINE. REWIND.⁠⁠ Welcome, my little Video Nasties to my menagerie of horrors... This is Last Line. Rewind. And now, let me present to you my first terrifying tape. There are places in this world you know you know. These places, too real to b…
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When newlyweds Tony and Deb Pickman moved into their new home in Atchison, Kansas in March 1993, they were excited to have found what they believed was the perfect home for their new family. But that summer, when Deb gave birth to their son, Taylor, things in the Pickman’s new house went from perfect to terrifying in a matter of months. Considered …
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At the heart of their dual history and shared rivalry, this pair of midwestern cities hides a darker common ground, and the stories that live there are more than a little frightening. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by Andrew Kelleher and research by Cassandra de Alba. ————————— Lore Resources: Episode Music: lorepodcast.com/mus…
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