Best Mysterious Mavens Podcasts (2025)

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Terror in Texas - The “Candy Man Killer” and His Teenage Accomplices (pt. 1) 58:50

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the chilling case of Dean Arnold Corll, infamously known as the Candyman Killer. We explore his upbringing, the creation of his family's candy business, and the early steps that led him to a life of heinous crimes. Corll systematically kidnapped, tortured, and murdered at least 28 boys and young men in th…

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WTAF… A Catfishing Like No Other – The Cyber-Harassment of Lauryn Licari (pt. 2) 1:44:19

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into part two of the shocking case of Lauryn Licari, a high schooler from Beal City, Michigan, who endured nearly two years of cyberbullying and harassment. The disturbing twist? The perpetrator was someone very close to her. Their actions caused harrowing ordeals for Lauryn, her ex-boyfriend Owen, and their f…

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WTAF… A Catfishing Like No Other – The Cyber-Harassment of Lauryn Licari (pt. 1) 1:09:28

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the disturbing case from Beal City, Michigan, where 13-year-old Lauryn Licari and her boyfriend Owen McKenny became the targets of relentless cyberbullying. It all began in October 2020, when the couple started receiving anonymous texts. At first, the messages seemed like cruel pranks, but by September 20…

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The Vanishing of Maura Murray (pt. 2) 50:34

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In this episode of Super SUS, we continue our investigation into the haunting disappearance of Maura Murray, the 21-year-old nursing student who vanished in February 2004 after crashing her car on a remote New Hampshire road. With no footprints in the snow, no signs of a struggle, and a trail that went cold just steps from her abandoned car, Maura’…

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The Vanishing of Maura Murray (pt. 1) 55:48

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In this episode of Super SUS, we dive into the perplexing case of Maura Murray, who vanished on February 9, 2004, after her car was found crashed on a rural road in Haverhill, New Hampshire. Despite no signs of a struggle and no footprints in the fresh snow, the scene raised more questions than answers. Among the puzzling details: a rag stuffed int…

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Thrill Killers - The Murders of Martha Crutchley and Joshua Ford 1:25:43

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In this episode of Super SUS, we remember Martha Crutchley and Joshua Ford, a couple whose Memorial Day weekend in 2002 took a horrifying turn in Ocean City, Maryland. What started as a carefree vacation ended in tragedy, and we explore their lives, the fateful decisions that put them in danger, and the investigation that followed. Along the way, w…

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A Painful Wait for Justice – The 1991 Yogurt Shop Murders (pt. 2) 1:07:00

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In Part 2 of our series on the infamous 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders, we continue our deep dive into one of Texas’s most haunting cold cases. Four young girls—Eliza Thomas (17), sisters Jennifer (17) and Sarah Harbison (15), and Amy Ayers (13)—were brutally murdered in a crime that shocked the community and left a scar that hasn’t healed more th…

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A Painful Wait for Justice – The 1991 Yogurt Shop Murders (pt. 1) 1:15:15

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In Part 1 of our two-part series on the 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders, we delve into one of the most harrowing and still-unsolved cases in Texas history. On the night of December 6, 1991, four teenage girls—Jennifer Harbison (17), Eliza Thomas (17), Sarah Harbison (15), and Amy Ayers (13)—were brutally murdered inside an "I Can't Believe It's Yog…

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A Complicated Web – The Murder of Dan Markel (pt. 2) 49:02

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In Part Two of our dive into the Dan Markel case, we’re picking back up with a story that’s had the true crime world hooked for nearly a decade. What first looked like a tragic shooting of a well-respected law professor turns out to be just the beginning of a much deeper and messier story. This episode, we dig into how the investigation unfolded ov…

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A Complicated Web – The Murder of Dan Markel (pt. 1) 44:12

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the complex and tragic story of Dan Markel, a highly respected law professor at Florida State University. In July 2014, Dan’s life was abruptly cut short when he was shot in his driveway in broad daylight—an attack that stunned both the academic world and the local community. As we navigate the early stag…

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The Tragic Case of Gloria Ramirez: A Toxic Mystery 1:19:27

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In this episode of Super SUS, we explore the mysterious and heartbreaking case of Gloria Ramirez, a woman whose tragic story has haunted medical professionals and the public alike. On a cold February night in 1994, Gloria was rushed to Riverside General Hospital in California, struggling to breathe. What seemed like a routine emergency quickly spir…

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A Family Affair – The Murders of Billie Jean Hayworth and Billy Payne 58:32

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In this episode of Super SUS, we dive into the chilling case of a young couple’s brutal murder in Mountain City, Tennessee. As investigators dig deeper, the case takes an unexpected turn, revealing a twisted web of online deception, manipulation, and a dangerous friendship turned deadly. With an elusive character at the center of it all, we explore…

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DNA Doesn’t Lie - The Brutal Assault of Brittani Marcell 1:28:50

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the harrowing story of Brittani Marcell, a 17-year-old high school student who was brutally attacked in her Albuquerque home in broad daylight. Found by her mother barely clinging to life, Brittani’s injuries were severe, but she survived. What followed was a nearly decade-long investigation full of twist…

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The Unbreakable Spirit of Alison Botha: A Survival Against All Odds 1:04:05

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In this gripping episode of Super SUS, we delve into the harrowing story of Alison Botha, a woman who survived a brutal abduction, rape, and attempted murder in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, in 1994. Left for dead with life-threatening injuries, Alison's strength and quick thinking helped her identify her attackers, ultimately bringing them to just…

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152: The Lake Bodum Murders 49:24

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This week Kim tells Denae about the mysterious circumstances of the Lake Bodum murders. Sources: ODFM: season 13, episode 6 lake bodum https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Bodom_murders Casefile: Lake bodum podcastBy Mysterious Mavens

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A Mother’s Quest – The Murder of Mike Williams 1:11:21

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In this episode, we explore the perplexing disappearance of Jerry Michael “Mike” Williams, a devoted family man and passionate duck hunter who vanished without a trace from Lake Seminole, Florida. What initially appeared to be a tragic hunting accident—possibly drowning or an alligator attack—soon gave way to far deeper mysteries, involving unexpec…

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151: Runaway Train Music Video 1:28:09

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This week Denae tells Kim about Soul Asylum's Runaway Train music video that found missing children. Sources: slate.com Did the “Runaway Train” Music Video Really Save 21 Kids? By Nick Keppler ‘We found 21 missing kids’: Soul Asylum on making Runaway Train | Music | The Guardian By Dave Simpson Runaway Train (Soul Asylum song) - Wikipedia People.co…

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Against All Odds: Incredible Tales of Survival 56:11

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Join us on this episode of Super SUS as we explore extraordinary survival stories. We recount tales such as Terry Jo Duperrault's unbelievable escape from a sinking ship, Annette Herfkens' battle for life after a jungle plane crash, and Harrison Okene's miraculous survival in a sunken ship. Each story highlights incredible resilience, resourcefulne…

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Wicked Curious Radio - Whale of a Terrifying Tale & A High Seas Mystery 33:49

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Send us a text In this episode of Wicked Curious be warned - as our first legendary tale may leave you feeling more than just haunted - it may just leave you seasick. A true, epic tale who's dark roots run deep on a Massachusetts island. Our second tale has us looking deep in the ocean and off into outer space for answers that we may never get abou…

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150: Ghost Town: St. Elmo 1:10:31

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This week Kim tells Denae about Colorado ghost town, St. Elmo. Sources: Tale of two cities It’s history YouTube St. Elmo – The Story of Annabelle Footprints of the frontierBy Mysterious Mavens

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The Weepy Confessions of Paul Stephani 44:55

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In this episode of Super SUS, we discuss the disturbing case of the 'Weepy-Voiced Killer.' We detail his series of brutal attacks and murders in the Twin Cities area, as well as his eerie phone calls to the police where he confessed to his crimes in a high-pitched, weepy voice. With each call, the chilling details of his actions became clearer, but…

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Wicked Curious Radio - Ghosts & Strange Phenomena on the Old Farm 31:04

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Send us a text In this episode of Wicked Curious, join Roxie for some truly haunting tales from old New England farms. From the ghost that watches people as they sleep to the decaying afterlife clothing with a life of its own, we have harvested some truly spooky tales in this edition. Support the show…

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149: Russian Soldiers Turned to Stone and Philadelphia Experiment 57:47

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This week Denae tells Kim some stories about government secrets. Sources: 23 Soviet troops turned to stone by aliens? CIA memo unearths Cold War mystery - The Economic Times CIA.gov/readingroom/docs/DOC_0005517761.pdf kyivpost.com Did Soviet Soldiers Turn to Stone in Alien Encounters, According to CIA? YouTube OneIndiaNews: VIDEO: 'ALIENS Attack Tu…

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Lost at Sea – The Mysterious Disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley 1:19:38

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of 23-year-old Amy Lynn Bradley, who vanished during a family cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Rhapsody of the Seas in March 1998. We discuss the circumstances surrounding her disappearance, the extensive but ultimately unsuccessful search efforts, and the various theories that…

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Wicked Curious Radio - Exploding Bananas, The Boston Tea Party & A Maine Cemetery 30:07

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Send us a text Join Roxie for another intriguing episode of Wicked Curious. Discover a strange story of explosive bananas, dive deep into the legacy of the Boston Tea Party and visit a cemetery in Maine with many stories to tell - and so much more! Support the showBy Roxie Zwicker

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148: The Curse of Poltergeist 50:31

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This week Kim tells Denae about the supposed curse of the movie Poltergeist. Sources: Biography.com The ‘Poltergeist’ Curse: Inside the Mysterious Cast Deaths and Set Oddities By Micah White True Crime Cast: How Many Casting Crew Members Died from Poltergeist YouTube video Disgraceland Podcast: Poltergeist Curse Tragic story of Poltergeist movie as…

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Unanswered Questions – The Death of Elisa Lam 1:41:31

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In this episode of Super SUS, we explore one of the most chilling and perplexing mysteries in modern true crime: the case of Elisa Lam. In January 2013, 21-year-old Elisa Lam checked into the infamous Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles during a solo trip from Vancouver. Days later, she vanished without a trace. The last known footage of Elisa—elev…

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Wicked Curious Radio - A Ghostly, Frozen Island & Punishing the Ship's Captain 32:48

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Send us a text In this episode of Wicked Curious discover a haunted and sometimes frozen historic island on the north shore of Massachusetts. Sounding a spirit bell during a deadly shipwreck, can you still hear it today? A ship's captain from Marblehead is subjected to the rage of an angry mob, but what was the truth? Plus, want to explore a haunte…

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147: The Hausjärvi Gravel Pit Murders 40:54

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This week Denae tells Kim about the Hausjärvi Gravel Pit Murders in Finland. Sources: Hausjärvi Gravel Pit Murders - Wikipedia Buzzfeed.com 27 Extremely Dark True Crime Stories From Countries Outside The United States by Crystal Ro Scandinavian Crimes Podcast: Unsolved Murder: The Hausjarvi Gravel Pit Murders YouTube: Kadonneet: Maarit Haantie…

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Getting the Facts Straight – The Murder of Kitty Genovese 1:08:35

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In this episode of Super SUS, we dive into the tragic case of Kitty Genovese, whose murder became widely known for its supposed link to the "bystander effect" — the theory that people are less likely to intervene in emergencies when others are around. We explore the details of the case, recounting the horrific events leading to Kitty’s death and ho…

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Wicked Curious Radio - Strangeness in Old Saybrook, CT - The Mystical Lady, The Burning Steamship & More 29:25

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Send us a text In this episode we check out some of the curiosities in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. From the Mystical Lady Fenwick, who was so special to the locals when her grave was moved, souvenirs were cut from her hair. The chilling account of the fiery wreck of the Steamer the Granite State and the odd place its legacy lies. Plus, an eerie hous…

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146: The Curse of Glee 1:20:34

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This week Kim tells Denae about the curse of the Glee TV show. Sources: True Crime & Cocktails: Glee Curse The Price of Glee Docuseries Explores 'Curse' of the Show | TIME.com by Moises Mendez II The Price of Glee Documentary ew.com Lea Michele addresses backlash from 'Glee' costars, says she's done personal reach-outs by Maureen Lee Lenker…

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Deadly Obsession – The Murder of Alisha Bromfield 1:02:26

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In this episode of Super SUS, we travel to Wisconsin Dells to explore a deeply disturbing case that shocked a community and changed state law. When 21-year-old Alicia Bromfield agreed to attend a wedding with someone she trusted, she had no idea her decision would end in unthinkable violence. As we peel back the layers of Alicia's life—from her bri…

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145: Mirror Horror 51:51

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This week Denae tells Kim about some creepy mirror stories. Sources: Woman's Hotel Bathroom Horror Story Will Have You Scared To Leave Your Home | iHeart by Dave Basner Listverse.com 10 Terrifying Real-Life Stories That Made The News by Estelle TheGuardian.com New York woman discovers secret apartment behind bathroom mirror curbed.com We Spoke to t…

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Gone Without a Trace – The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer 56:12

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In this episode of Super Sus, we delve into the perplexing case of Brian Shaffer, a 27-year-old medical student at Ohio State University who vanished without a trace in the early hours of April 1, 2006. Despite extensive investigations and numerous theories, Brian's disappearance remains unsolved, leaving behind a trail of questions and a grieving …

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144: The Jenny Jones Show Murder 1:04:34

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This week Kim shares how an episode of the Jenny Jones Show resulted in a violent crime. Sources: Dark Side of the 90s: Episode 1 Sinisterhood: Jenny Jones Crush Murder Part 1 & 2 Morbid: Jenny Jones Murder YouTube: Crime A to Z Google AI “Gay Panic Defense”By Mysterious Mavens

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Attack at Lululemon – The Murder of Jayna Murray 1:00:20

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In this episode of Super SUS, we dive deep into the chilling true crime case of the brutal murder of Jayna Murray at a Lululemon store in Bethesda, Maryland, in 2011. Jayna, a 30-year-old sales team leader, was on the verge of completing dual graduate degrees in Communication and Business Administration at Johns Hopkins University. On the night of …

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Wicked Curious Radio - Bats - The Sleep of Death & Cooking With Colonial Gravestones 31:07

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Send us a text It's International Bat Appreciation Day! Roxie shares some spooky bat tales as we discover an old stone quarry filled with bat bones. Where can you find a gravestone with bats on it and where can you observe these curious creatures flying in and out of the trees in Boston? Then unearth more unsettling stories about old gravestones sh…

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143: Norwegian Black Metal Murders 1:26:32

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This week Denae tells Kim about the infamous Norwegian Black Metal Murders. Sources: Lords of Chaos, movie 2018 TheGuardian.com 'Before you know it, it's not a big deal to kill a man': Norwegian black metal's murderous past By Alex Godfrey TheGuardian.com Norway's most notorious musician Varg Vikernes to be released from prison. By Sean Michaels Eu…

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Room 22 – The Murder of Sam Nordquist 57:05

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This special bonus episode release of Super SUS brings you the devastating and harrowing case of Sam Nordquist, a young transgender man whose life was marked by kindness and hope but ended in unimaginable terror. Sam left Minnesota to pursue a relationship with someone he trusted, only to find himself in a nightmare he couldn’t escape. Over the cou…

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Wicked Curious Radio - Weird & Wonderful Museums, Devilish Times and Freaky Fish 48:17

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Send us a text In this episode of Wicked Curious, start putting together your itinerary to explore some of the most unusual museums New England has to offer. Explore the oddities from around the world (and your backyard) that you'll find in those curious collections. The Devil visited and left his mark in one New England town, do you dare go look f…

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142: The Murder of Barry and Honey Sherman 55:58

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This week Kim tells Denae about the 15th richest man in Canada, who turned up dead in his home with his wife. Sources: Crime Junkie Murder with My Husband podcast The Fifth Estate YouTubeBy Mysterious Mavens

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Terror at Sunset – The Murders of Joan, Christe, and Michelle Rogers 1:14:52

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In this episode of Super SUS, we recount the chilling true crime story of the Rogers family. We take you through the nightmare that shattered their first vacation to Florida, ending in the horrific murders of Joan "Jo" Rogers, Michelle Rogers, and Christe Rogers. Together, we explore the complex investigation that unfolded, piecing together the eve…

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Wicked Curious Radio - The Funhouse Corpse From Maine & Camping In the Cemetery 25:51

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Send us a text In this episode of Wicked Curious a man from Maine spends his afterlife as a funhouse and sideshow corpse. We will unravel the bizarre story and explain why people put a nickel in his dead mouth. Plus, what might you see trailer touring in the graveyard? All this ghoulish-ness and more with your Mystery Maven, Roxie Zwicker. Support …

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The Berkshire Bay Evening News 9:50

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Darlings, if you enjoy our show, contribute HERE, s’il vous plait! We’d be so grateful! Find out about our sponsors here: https://fableandfolly.com/partners/ 3B's latest legal battle - A tasteful gate? - How many minimalisms are there? Join Craig Hartley and Kari Halloway as they discuss the latest happenings in the greater Berkshire Bay area. This…

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In Plain Sight – The Murder of Alyssa Burkett (pt. 2) 40:12

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This week on Super SUS, we continue unraveling the devastating case of Alyssa Burkett, a young mother whose life was tragically cut short in Carrollton, Texas. Picking up where we left off, new revelations come to light as investigators dig deeper into the events surrounding her murder. While Andrew Beard remains in the spotlight, surprising turns …

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141: Colorado's Most Haunted House 28:50

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This week Denae tells Kim about the Black Forest House, the most haunted house in Colorado. Sources: Black Forest, Colorado—One of the World's Most Haunted Places (ourcommunitynow.com) By Magalie Noebes THE HAUNTED HOUSE IN BLACK FOREST, COLORADO – Jacob Floyd's Ghosts and Monsters (wordpress.com) The Haunted House Of Black Forest - YouTube Paranor…

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Wicked Curious Radio - The Footless Ghost of Maine and Following the Bells of Paul Revere 31:35

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Send us a text In this episode of Wicked Curious Roxie shares some inspiration from old issues of Yankee Magazine. Listen throughout New England for the old bells of Paul Revere. A story about the footless ghost of Maine will keep you on your toes. Plus, you'll discover a strange summertime party for the future dead - and so much more! Support the …

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In Plain Sight – The Murder of Alyssa Burkett (pt. 1) 1:00:29

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This week on Super SUS, we uncover the heartbreaking case of 24-year-old Alyssa Burkett, whose life was tragically taken in the parking lot of her workplace in Carrollton, Texas. The investigation sheds light on Alyssa’s strained relationship with her ex-partner, Andrew Beard, as the two were entangled in a tense custody battle over their young dau…