Best Silk Road Project Podcasts (2024)

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Aleister Crowley, The Wickedest Man in the World 54:58

4d ago54:58

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In the final installment of the life and times of Aleister Crowley, the magician finds himself destitute, but somehow still traveling the world and creating communities that definitely aren't cults. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-oddities--5307439/support.…

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Aleister Crowley's Desert Magick 1:04:52

11d ago1:04:52

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In episode 2, Crowley and his protege travel to North Africa where they test the boundaries of their magical prowess. It only gets weirder from here, folks! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-oddities--5307439/support.By Autumn Grube

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The Beast: Aleister Crowley 56:57

18d ago56:57

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Aleister Crowley was one of the most intriguing characters of the 20th century. He was a poet, a ceremonial magician, a mountaineer, an alchemist, a philosopher, a spy, and a self-described sex and drug addict. He was also known as “The Beast”, a title given to him by his own MOTHER, and the “wickedest man in the world.” SOURCES The Book of the Law…

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Infrastructure States and Cycling Along the China-Laos Railroad with Jess DiCarlo 48:33

21d ago48:33

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Jess DiCarlo joins Juliet and Keren for a dynamic discussion about China's identity as an infrastructural state, the myth of the debt trap narrative, cycling as method (and Jess's experience biking along the China-Laos train route), the impact of the BRI in Laos, and much more. Dr. Jess DiCarlo is an assistant professor in Geography, Environment, a…

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The Demon of Brownsville Road 47:42

25d ago47:42

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From the outside, the Victorian house at 3406 Brownsville Road in Brentwood, Pennsylvania looks like any other in the area. It was once a waking nightmare inside, though, according to the Cranmer family. SOURCES The Demon of Brownsville Road: A Pittsburgh Family's Battle with Evil in Their Home; by Bob Cranmer (Author), Erica Manfred (Author) https…

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The Accidental Death/Su**ide/Homicide of Diane Ward 54:27

1M ago54:27

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From the outside, Bob and Diane Ward had it all. They'd been married for 26 years, raised two daughters, and called a six-bedroom mansion in an exclusive neighborhood at Isleworth in Orlando, Florida home. Gunshots shattered that perfect illusion in September 2009. SOURCES STATE OF FLORIDA v. JAMES ROBERT WARD; CASE NO: 09-CF-13977-A-O https://case…

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Killed on the Fourth of July 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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On July 4, 1998, a trio of ATV riders found a body near an interstate exit in the Las Vegas desert. What the police thought was an apocalyptic skinhead was really Airmen Dan Shersty, stationed at Nellis Air Force Base. Days later, they found the body of Lin Newborn, a local punk scene staple. The two men were best friends and the leaders of the loc…

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The Mysterious Disappearance of the Thai Silk King 54:23

2M ago54:23

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On Easter Sunday in 1967, Jim Thompson took an afternoon stroll in the Cameron Highlands’ hills. The American, known as the “king of Thai silk”, was on vacation in Malaysia with friends. Something happened during his walk and Thompson was never seen again. His disappearance remains a mystery. SOURCES https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article…

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The Unsolved Murder of Beverly Jarosz 58:00

2M ago58:00

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On December 28, 1964, the quiet town of Garfield Heights, Ohio was shocked by the brutal stabbing death of 16-year-old Beverly Jarosz. While there were several suspects and even two confessions, most were excluded using methods that no longer hold up as evidence. Her murder remains unsolved. SOURCES https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Files/Law-Enf…

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A Long, Strange Trip: Astral Projection & OBE 44:02

2M ago44:02

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Have you ever felt like you’ve had an out-of-body experience? Surveys suggest that between 8 and 20 percent of people claim to have had something like an out-of-body experience at some point in their lives — a sensation of the consciousness, spirit, or "astral body" leaving the physical body. SOURCES https://www.wikihow.com/Perform-Astral-Projectio…

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Mermaids: Myth, Lore & Manatees 50:58

2M ago50:58

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Ariel wanted to be where the people were, but most of the half-human, half-fish sirens of the sea known as mermaids wanted to be left alone. These legendary sea creatures chronicled in maritime cultures since the advent of written history. While legends in various parts of the world differ, there are some common themes, fairly credible sightings, a…

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Don't Ask, Don't Tell 52:13

2M ago52:13

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In 1992, young sailor Allen Schindler, after a series of events that outed him to his entire ship, was found beaten so severely that he was unrecognizable while returning to the USS Belleau Wood while docked in Japan. What followed was a series of blatant omissions from the US Navy regarding the details of his brutal murder. SOURCES https://www.nyt…

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The Entity 44:16

2M ago44:16

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In the 1970’s Doris Bither claimed, among other ghostly happenings, to have been sexually assaulted by three ghosts. Her case inspired a 1978 novel by Frank De Felitta titled The Entity and a film of the same name. The case parallels other popular “based on a true story” horror films of the time—including The Exorcist and The Amityville Horror—blen…

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The Bizarre Disappearance of Joan Risch 55:21

2M ago55:21

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Late on the afternoon of October 24, 1961, police were called to a home in Lincoln, Mass. after a neighbor reported seeing a trail of blood leading from the house to the driveway. She discovered the unsettling scene after a young girl living in the house returned from a playdate to find her mother, Joan Risch missing. Several unconfirmed sightings …

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Ocean Consciousness and the Maritime Silk Road with Tabitha Grace Mallory and Andrew Chubb 58:24

2M ago58:24

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Tabitha Grace Mallory and Andrew Chubb visit the Belt and Road Podcast to chat about China's ocean economy, maritime activities, and the role of concepts like ocean consciousness. Dr. Tabitha Grace Mallory is CEO of the consulting firm China Ocean Institute, and an affiliate faculty member of the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies. Ta…

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The End For the Golden State Killer 55:53

3M ago55:53

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In the conclusion of the Golden State Killer series, the mask is finally lifted using modern DNA technology and the man also known as the Visalia Ransacker, the East Area Rapist, and the Original Night Stalker is brought to justice. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-oddities--5307439/support.…

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The Golden State Killer Part 2: The Original Night Stalker 47:24

3M ago47:24

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While the moniker for the GSK was the East Area Rapist in Sacramento, he was given a variety of names during the murders in Southern California. The Original Night Stalker was the most commonly used of those names, and seven attacks in Southern California are attributed to him. SOURCES Cited in previous episode Become a supporter of this podcast: h…

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The Golden State Killer Part 1: The Visalia Ransacker/EAR 58:51

3M ago58:51

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The Golden State Killer is one of the most infamous serial killers in United States history. Also known as the Visalia Ransacker, the East Area Rapist, and the Original Night Stalker, the Golden State Killer was active from 1974 to 1986 across California, committing at least 13 murders, 50 rapes, and more than 100 burglaries. In 2013, true crime wr…

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Serial Killer or Unluckiest Man Alive? 59:17

3M ago59:17

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When Mary Horton Vail died on Oct. 28, 1962, her husband, Felix Vail, told police she drowned in a freak accident in the Calcasieu River in Louisiana. He wasn’t prosecuted at the time, but more than 50 years later – after two other women he was last seen with went missing – his luck finally ran out. SOURCES STATE of Louisiana V. VAIL; 17–354; 12-28…

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Ghost Marriages 46:06

3M ago46:06

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For over 3,000 years, certain regions of China have practiced a tradition known as yinhun, or ghost marriage. This ancient ritual marries the souls of a bride and groom in the afterlife to ensure their ghosts won't haunt their respective families. But with everything, there's a dark side to this ritual that includes kidnapping, murder, and bidding …

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The Lore of Red River Gorge 1:15:39

3M ago1:15:39

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Red River Gorge is a canyon system located in central eastern Kentucky. It's home to some of the best rock climbing in the country, great camping spots, and plenty of flora and fauna. But the deep woods may contain dangerous creatures (besides bears) and secrets that an unlucky few have encountered. SOURCES cited within episode Become a supporter o…

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The I-70 Killer 1:14:05

3M ago1:14:05

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It’s a case that spans hundreds of miles and has had hundreds of suspects nationwide. A killer targeted people when they least expected and executed them mercilessly. The identity of the I-70 Killer remains unknown. SOURCES Dead End: Inside the Hunt for the I-70 Serial Killer; by Bob Cyphers Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.…

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Disappeared on a Deserted Highway 37:51

4M ago37:51

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On the morning of February 14, 2013, Nicole Waller left her boyfriend’s home and disappeared, never to be heard from again. Her body was never found, but her car was. SOURCES Cody Johnston v. State of Montana: https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/mt-supreme-court/2186463.html#:~:text=On%20the%20morning%20of%20February,Her%20body%20was%20never%20found.…

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Open Water: The Disappearance of Serena Karlan & Bison Dele 38:22

4M ago38:22

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After years of admiring each other from afar, Serena Karlan and Bison Dele decided the time was right to pursue a relationship. After 9/11, they embarked on a sailing adventure in the Pacific. The couple and boat captain disappeared after Bison’s brother showed up unannounced. They have never been found. SOURCES https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-…

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Operation Ghost Stories 55:29

4M 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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Leland Lazarus on Triads, Taiwan, and China's Forum Diplomacy in Latin America and the Caribbean 45:34

4M ago45:34

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Leland Lazarus joins Juliet to talk about Chinese and Taiwanese engagement in Latin America and the Caribbean, from official diplomatic activities to BRI projects to transnational organized crime. Leland Lazarus is the Associate Director of National Security at Florida International University’s Jack D. Gordon Institute of Public Policy. He is an e…

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The Unsolved Murder of Josh Dufort 34:54

4M 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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autu…

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The Burger Chef Murders 1:00:27

4M 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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Moon Magic, Demon-Loving Woman: Dion Fortune 47:34

4M 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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-…

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The Mystical Psychic Journey of Dion Fortune 46:59

4M 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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The Stephenville Sightings 49:44

5M 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

5M 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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-oddities--53…

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The Unsolved Murder of Brittany McGlone 40:01

5M 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

5M 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

5M 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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No One Saw a Thing: The Shooting of Ken Rex McElroy 41:18

5M 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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Environmental Justice and Coal-Fired Power Plants in Indonesia with Bowen Gu 41:10

5M ago41:10

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Bowen Gu joins Juliet and Erik on the podcast to talk about environmental justice and China's coal investments in Indonesia, with a focus on Gu's recent paper: Black gold and green BRI: A grounded analysis of Chinese investment in coal-fired power plants in Indonesia (2024). Bowen Gu is a PhD student at the Institute of Environmental Science and Te…

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The Unsolved Disappearance of Cindy Anderson 48:58

5M 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

5M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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 episode Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/autumn-s-oddities--5307439/support.…

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The Vampire of Bergamo 38:48

6M 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 Become a supporter …

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

7M 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

7M 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

7M 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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