Best Grim Sleeper Podcasts (2024)

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Operation Ghost Stories 55:29

11h ago55:29

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Do you know who your neighbors are? After the Cold War, the FBI arrested 10 people who’d been spying for Russia for more than a decade. They’d been blending in with Americans, but in reality, they were sleeper spies. Their objective was to disappear into a community and not be recognized for what they were, leaving many questioning who they could t…

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The Unsolved Murder of Josh Dufort 34:54

5d ago34:54

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When the body of 23-year-old Josh Dufort was found by the side of the road in Henderson, Nevada, it appeared at first to be a random crime. Only after investigators found two life insurance policies taken out in Josh’s name by a new friend did they realize he’d been murdered.By Autumn Grube

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The Burger Chef Murders 1:00:27

3d ago1:00:27

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When a group of young Burger Chef employees went missing from their night shift, police initially thought they’d stolen money and run. It was soon apparent that they hadn't gone anywhere willingly. SOURCES https://www.indystar.com/picture-gallery/news/2023/12/28/from-the-indystar-archives-the-1978-burger-chef-restaurant-murders/72054036007/ https:/…

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The Tragic Case of Timothy Ferguson - Ep. 56 1:03:47

11d ago1:03:47

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Timothy Ferguson was 15 years-old when he passed away while in the 'care' of his mother, Shanda Vander Ark. While he lived with her in May 2021-July 2022, he was tortured by his mother and brother by way of humiliation, starvation, forcing him to take ice baths, and physical abuse. We'll discuss what Timothy went through and the court proceedings t…

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Moon Magic, Demon-Loving Woman: Dion Fortune 47:34

7d ago47:34

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Where we left off, Dion Fortune was in the midst of a divorce and living in The Belfry, about to embark on a new leg of her journey. This time I’m getting into the good, the bad, and the ugly the details of one of the most influential people in modern paganism and Wicca.By Autumn Grube

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The Mystical Psychic Journey of Dion Fortune 46:59

15d ago46:59

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Dion Fortune was a British occultist, ceremonial magician, novelist, and author. She co-founded the Fraternity of the Inner Light and several other Theosophical organizations. Fortune was a proponent of philosophies that she claimed had been taught to her by spiritual entities known as the Ascended Masters. SOURCES [ T. W. C. Moriarty], Seven Aphor…

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Allahnia Lenoir Update - Ep. 55 21:12

18d ago21:12

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Two men are in custody and accused of murder in the disappearance of Allahnia Lenoir, a local woman that went missing in Atlanta on July 30, 2022. One of the men accused, Diante Reynold's, filed his second motion for bond after being beaten by three inmates in a Fulton County jail. We will update you on this case and ask you to continue to share Al…

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The Stephenville Sightings 49:44

21d ago49:44

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On a cool night in January of 2008, the town of Stephenville, Texas was inundated with unexplained aerial sightings. The incident received widespread media attention at the time and remains among the most notable UAP events in the 21st century. SOURCES https://web.archive.org/web/20080208225743/http://www.ufocasebook.com/2008/sorrellssaga1.html.web…

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Justice for Joyce 43:32

24d ago43:32

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For 40 years, one mother worked diligently to ensure that her daughter’s killer would be brought to justice. After decades of chasing would-be suspects, police finally realized that the person who killed Joyce McClain had been hiding in plain sight all along.By Autumn Grube

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The Unsolved Murder of Brittany McGlone 40:01

28d ago40:01

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When Brittany McGlone was found violently beaten to death in her boyfriend’s bed, the tiny town of Winnsboro, Texas was stunned. Her murder investigation shed light on the men in her life who had motives to kill her and also brought up long-kept secrets that would shock everyone in her life. Her murder remains unsolved, although there is one suspec…

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The Grim Sleeper 39:33

1M ago39:33

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The women of South Central, LA didn’t realize they were being hunted by a vicious killer in 1988. Police hadn’t yet connected a series of murdered women to the same man, but after an intended victim survived an attempt on her life, they realized that a serial killer was preying on women in the community. It would take decades, but the man known as …

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Interview With a Vampire? 51:16

1M ago51:16

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Tracey Wigginton is infamously known as the Lesbian Vampire Killer by Australians. Wigginton and three friends lured an inebriated Edward Baldock to his death, allegedly to drink his blood. Wigginton stabbed him more than 20 times, almost severing his head. SOURCES The Vampire Killer; by Ron Hickshttps://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/true-sto…

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The Westin Hotel Murders - Ep. 54 33:15

1M ago33:15

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Nestled in downtown Atlanta on 210 Peachtree Street NW, stands the Westin Peachtree Plaza. At 73 stories tall, the cylindrical, glass covered hotel will catch your attention and has been dubbed one of the most beautiful buildings in Atlanta. What you may not know is that it has also been the location of two unsolved murders. Join us as we discuss t…

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No One Saw a Thing: The Shooting of Ken Rex McElroy 41:18

1M ago41:18

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Retribution came slowly for Skidmore, Missouri’s town scourge, Ken Rex McElroy. After committing a string of heinous crimes and never facing consequences, the townspeople took justice into their own hands. As McElroy sat in his truck in full view of more than 30 people, multiple gunshots rang out and the town bully was gone. SOURCES In Broad Daylig…

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The Unsolved Disappearance of Cindy Anderson 48:58

1M ago48:58

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Cynthia “Cindy” Anderson got ready one morning for her job as a legal secretary. Cindy made it to work and was seen as late as 9:45 am. When her boss arrived at noon, all of the office lights were on and the door was locked from the inside. Cindy’s car was still in the lot, but she was gone. She would never be seen again. SOURCES https://www.ohioat…

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The Tragic Deaths of Bruce & Brandon Lee 44:35

1M ago44:35

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The film industry and martial arts were changed forever by Bruce Lee and his son Brandon Lee. Not only were they father and son, but they each met a bizarre and untimely end, spawning many conspiracy theories and a possible family curse. SOURCES https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9664576/ https://www.nytimes.com/1993/09/06/us/no-charges-f…

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A Change of Heart 1:01:18

2M ago1:01:18

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Personality changes following organ transplants have been reported for decades, including accounts of recipients acquiring the personality characteristics of their donor. There have been numerous studies done to determine whether this is a real phenomenon, but the question remains: can organ donation recipients really inherit memories, talents, and…

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You Will Not Fear the Terror of Night: The 200 Demon House 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

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Latoya Ammons and her three children claimed they were possessed by demons in an astonishing case that saw the involvement of police, children’s services, and even an exorcism or three. This is the story of the Ammons House, known to those who’ve experienced it as the house of 200 demons. SOURCES https://skepticalinquirer.org/2014/05/the-200-demons…

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The Harlow/Bern House 54:21

2M ago54:21

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High in the hills above Los Angeles, nestled in the trees of Benedict Canyon, sits a 1930 Craftsman-style house that was once home to one of Hollywood's biggest stars. From the outside, the looks like a picturesque movie set. But the truth about 9820 Easton Drive is anything but perfect. Follow me on TikTok @autumnsodditiespodcast Instragram @autum…

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The Survival Story of Susan Walters 45:11

2M ago45:11

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A woman comes home after a long day of work as an emergency room nurse and is attacked by a man sent to kill her. Only she’s not the one who died. This is the survival story of Susan Walters. Follow me on TikTok @autumnsodditiespodcast On Instagram @autumnsoddcast On Patreon at Autumn's Oddities SOURCES https://www.newspapers.com/article/statesman-…

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The Lake Michigan Triangle 43:24

2M ago43:24

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From UFO sightings to lost ships and planes, to its own underwater Stonehenge, Lake Michigan has enough oddities to rival the Bermuda Triangle. Follow me on TikTok @autumnsodditiespodcast Instagram @autumnsoddcast Patreon at Autumn's Oddities SOURCES https://www.thearchaeologist.org/blog/9000-year-old-stonehenge-like-structure-found-under-lake-mich…

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The St. Valentine's Day Massacre 54:21

2M ago54:21

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The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre stunned the world on February 14, 1929, when Chicago’s North Side erupted in gang violence. Gang warfare ruled the city during the late 1920s, as chief gangster Al Capone sought to gain control over the illegal sales of alcohol and other vices by eliminating his rivals. SOURCES The St. Valentine's Day Massacre, Will…

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The Vampire of Bergamo Part 2 35:06

2M ago35:06

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In part 2 of the ghastly tale of Vincenzo Verzeni, he is finally arrested and tried for his heinous crimes. His appeals exhausted, Verzeni finally admits to the depravity of his horrendous deeds. Sources cited within episodeBy Autumn Grube

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The Vampire of Bergamo 38:48

2M ago38:48

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In the late 19th century, a predator stalked the women and girls of Bergamo, Italy. The late 1800s saw a rise in serial sexual killings, some of the worst of which were committed by a killer known as the Vampire of Bergamo. Promos by fellow Darkcast Network members Cause of Death and Book of the Dead SOURCES Cited within episode…

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Creepy Confidential x Autumn's Oddities After Dark 50:41

3M ago50:41

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Hello there gentle listeners. I'm still on the mend, getting slightly better each day. Until I get my voice back, please enjoy this entertaining conversation (if I sound loopy, I didn't realize I was sick yet) with fellow Darkcast Network member Creepy Confidential. We cover everything from UFO conspiracies, our favorite cryptids, and the possibili…

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The Curious Case of Chuck Morgan 1:01:11

3M ago1:01:11

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In 1977, escrow agent Charles Morgan went missing for several days only to return home unable to speak, missing a shoe, and with plastic handcuffs on his wrists and ankles. After being taken, he was determined it wouldn't happen again. Not only did it happen again, but Charles Morgan never returned home. While his death was ruled by police as a sui…

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The Shark Arm Murder 31:20

3M ago31:20

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On April 17, 1935, a fisherman hooked a small shark off Coogee Beach in Australia. Then a 13-foot, or four-meter, tiger shark swallowed the smaller shark, allowing itself to be caught by the hook as well. The fisherman just so happened to own an aquarium and decided the tiger shark would be his new attraction. But the small shark wasn’t the only th…

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The Mysterious Death of the Eight Day Bride 47:29

3M ago47:29

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How a newlywed bride from Toronto drowned in just nine inches of stream water while her honeymoon cottage went up in flames is a mystery that gripped the city in 1947 and continues to puzzle investigators and the public. SOURCES Cited within episodeBy Autumn Grube

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Biosphere Madness 59:41

3M ago59:41

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In the 1990s, a group of self-proclaimed hippies spent two years sealed inside a dome called Biosphere 2. Their glass-protected utopia turned out to be anything but, as they ended up nearly starving and gasping for air. SOURCES https://www.vulture.com/2020/05/spaceship-earth-review-biosphere-2-documentary.html https://www.thedailybeast.com/spaceshi…

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The Infamous Trial of Lizzie Borden 1:22:39

3M ago1:22:39

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While many believed they knew the identity of the Fall River axe murderer, Lizzie Borden's trial attorneys put forth a defense made easier by the lack of evidence against her. Was she guilty? Did she have an accomplice? Or, was she innocent? SOURCES cited withinBy Autumn Grube

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The Murders of Andrew & Abby Borden 51:48

4M ago51:48

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The Lizzie Borden murder case is one of the most famous in American criminal history. The New England crime and its seeming senselessness captivated the national press. And the horrible identity of the alleged murderer was immortalized by the children’s rhyme passed down through generations. This episode examines the murders of Lizzie's father Andr…

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Killing The Missoula Mauler 39:10

4M ago39:10

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Wayne Nance is one of the few serial killers to be killed by his final intended victims. Unfortunately, it would be too late for at least three people whose lives were snuffed out by the Missoula Mauler. SOURCES To Kill and Kill Again: The Terrifying True Story of Montana's Baby-Faced Serial Sex Murderer; By John Coston https://billingsgazette.com/…

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The Santa Claus Stick-Up 38:36

4M ago38:36

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When Santa walked into First National Bank on December 23, 1927, it wasn't to make a deposit or apply for a loan. He was there to make a permanent withdrawal at gunpoint, along with his helper. What ensued was a massive manhunt for the bandits and a lot less holiday cheer in the town of Cisco, Texas. SOURCES https://archive.org/details/StartlingDet…

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Frozen: The Murder of Joanna Yeates 47:17

4M ago47:17

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Never before had a missing pizza and a grey sock played such vital roles in a murder investigation. But this was all the police had to go on when 25-year-old landscape architect Joanna Yeates went missing on December 17, 2010. SOURCES https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2011/oct/28/joanna-yeates-killing-timeline https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2010/dec/2…

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The Demon Slayer School 51:16

4M ago51:16

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Led by a direct descendant of the God Thor, the warriors of the modern mystery school are dedicated to saving the planet with their own secret methods of martial arts, metaphysics, and magic. Former members claim that it isn’t all spiritual enlightenment, though, they allege that the school is nothing more than an MLM bordering on a cult. SOURCES h…

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The Disappearance of Lucie Blackman 1:01:45

4M ago1:01:45

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It should have been the trip of a lifetime: two 21-year-old friends from the UK moved to Tokyo during a gap year to work and live in one of the most exciting cities in the world. But less than a month later, one of the women, Lucie Blackman, went missing. Her distraught family flew to Japan on a desperate search to find her, and one of the biggest …

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A Deadly Date 1:00:47

5M ago1:00:47

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When Colorado musician Scott Sessions didn't show up for a sold-out gig, his bandmates were worried but couldn't have imagined where he was. The discovery of a smoldering corpse in the mountains would lead investigators on a hunt for his killer and eventually, another body. SOURCES Case Motions and Transcript: Colorado v. Kevin Dean Eastman https:/…

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Love Has Won 57:36

5M ago57:36

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What began as a wellness check on a member of a religious group in Colorado turned into a bizarre horror story after the corpse of the group’s leader “Mother God” was found wrapped in a sleeping bag, covered in Christmas lights, the eyeless sockets of her skull decorated with glitter. SOURCES Cited within episode…

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The Music Box Murder 48:31

5M ago48:31

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Lisa Ziegert drew people in with her sparkling blue eyes and warm smile. Her laughter was contagious. But her light was snuffed out and her murder remained unsolved for decades. SOURCES https://www.bostonmagazine.com/news/2021/06/22/noelle-deslauriers/ https://hampdenda.com/gary-schara-pleads-guilty-to-first-degree-murder-in-the-homicide-of-lisa-zi…

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No Thank You: Turkey Day Crimes 29:42

5M ago29:42

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The holidays are stressful for most of us, but especially for the folks on this list of turkey day dumb as*ses. Enjoy this smattering of thefts gone wrong, holiday stabbings, and cautionary tales.By Autumn Grube

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The Lost Tomb of Alexander the Great 43:17

5M ago43:17

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Where is the tomb of Alexander the Great, one of the greatest rulers and military strategists of all time? He was only 33 years old when he died in 323 BC, but his final resting place remains a mystery. SOURCES http://historyofmacedonia.org/AncientMacedonia/AlexandertheGreat.html https://www.archaeology.org/issues/95-1307/features/1089-alexander-th…

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Pigeons, Peace Beams, & Death Rays: The Last Years of Nikola Tesla 47:43

5M ago47:43

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In the second half of Nikola Tesla's life, the brilliant inventor conceived inventions that were precursors to technology we use daily. What he lacked was funding and support for his visions. One idea that came just before WWI that Tesla believed would end war forever: his "peace beam". Of course, the particle beam was only theoretical, but that di…

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Master of Lightning: Nikola Tesla 47:22

5M ago47:22

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The engineer and scientist Nikola Tesla's name is surrounded by mystery and conspiracy theories, with speculation that he created a death ray. The scientist also had a plan for a massive tower that would, if it worked, create free electricity for all but died before he could execute his vision. After his death, his papers were seized by the FBI, bu…

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Collab with MRP Show Podcast 2:15:16

5M ago2:15:16

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In the first hour of our collab with MRP; we delve into the true crime genre; how we decided to start the podcast and how you can help find a local missing woman, Allahnia Lenoir. In the second hour, we get into Jennifer's supernatural experience in the Philippines; our Covington ghost tour with MRP on June 23, 2023, then share our own ghost storie…

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The Cryptic Murder of Ricky McCormick 41:33

6M ago41:33

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A man is found dead in the middle of a cornfield. The police are perplexed as to how he got there and what happened to him. Even more puzzling were the cryptic notes found in his pocket that no one, including the FBI, has been able to solve. SOURCES https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/help-solve-an-open-murder-case-part-2 https://www.kmov.com/2022/01/…

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The Blackout Ripper 42:20

6M ago42:20

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In the cover of mandatory darkness, Gordon Frederick Cummins terrorized London during a six-day spree of murder and assault. A total of seven women were attacked, with four of them killed. Cummins, who had enlisted in the Royal Air Force, was stationed in northern London. Mainly attacking sex workers, the city became his hunting ground for a week. …

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It Never Left 23:54

6M ago23:54

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Happy Halloween! I've got something a little different for you, it's an original horror story I wrote based partially on true events. Decide what's real and what's not for yourselves!By Autumn Grube

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Monster Mash Monday 50:02

6M ago50:02

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Darkcast Network presents an assortment of our favorite cryptids and monsters! I'll be telling the tale of the Goatman of Pope Lick!By Autumn Grube

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Witches Cauldron Sunday...maybe a Vampire Too! 45:09

6M ago45:09

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Join me and some of my Darkcast Network family as we tell you the tales of some of our favorite witches... I'll be offering Hannah Cranna, the Witch of Monroe!By Autumn Grube