Best Small Town Spooky Podcasts (2024)

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Coming Soon - Heinous Investigations Pilot Revamp 2:19

1h ago2:19

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Hello! Jessie here! Just a quick update to announce that we’re finally getting a chance to revamp our first four episodes of Heinous Investigations! This update has been a long time coming, and while the story and characters won’t be changing, the audio and script quality will be better - thanks to some new microphones and the power of continuity! …

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A Life Stolen In The Night: Johnia Berry 25:43

2h ago25:43

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Send us a text In the early morning hours of December 6, 2004, college student Jason Aymami ran into a convenience store covered in blood. He told the clerk to call 911 because his roommate, Johnia Berry, needed help. They had both been stabbed in their apartment. 21-year-old Johnia Berry was found at the bottom of the stairs in her apartment build…

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The Abduction of Jeralee Underwood 23:03

1d ago23:03

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Send us a text In the summer of 1993, 11-year-old Jeralee Underwood was abducted in broad daylight by an unknown assailant. Her abduction was one of the most horrific crimes ever committed in east Idaho. A week after Jeralee vanished, investigators announced they had a break in the case. A monster had been hiding in plain sight in this small, tight…

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A Ninja, A Machete, and A Love Triangle 33:40

15d ago33:40

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Send us a text When Frank Sharpski is viciously attacked by a machete wielding ninja on his way to work, detectives uncover secrets involving of a lurid love affair. A horrifying story that proves you can’t always trust your neighbors. Or your wife of 16 years. Sources: Snapped: She Made Me Do It, season 1, epi 3 Mary Sharpski https://patch.com/cal…

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20. JF Hunt The Victorian Medium Who Worked With Shakespeare's Ghost 1:17:20

9d ago1:17:20

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19th Century spiritualism is at the heart of this episode which we'll explore through the exploits of a Biggleswade medium who believed he was in direct contact with the spirit of William Shakespeare. John Francis Hunt, who we met in the previous episode, was an extraordinary man, he pursued justice, sought out buried treasure and was a constant co…

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I Buried My Daughter Twice: Justice For Kristy Harris 25:30

16d ago25:30

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Send us a text Patty Brannum was working her day shift at Walmart when police showed up to tell her that her 19 year-old daughter was found dead in the backyard of her future mother-in-law’s home. Kristy Harris was a newly engaged young mother. How did Kristy end up in the backyard bruised and clutching a bottle of liquor? The autopsy would reveal …

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Wildely Abandoned: Truths, Lies, & Mindscapes! 1:45:39

1M ago1:45:39

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It’s time for Wildely Abandoned, the show where we talk about how we make Heinous Investigations. This time, we discuss the Season 2 Arc “Journey to the Center of the Psyche”, and we play “2 Truths and a Lie - Heinous Investigations Edition”! For video of this episode, check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wildelypods! Heinous Investigations is a se…

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The Selfie That Helped Solve A Murder: Brittney Gargol 28:03

23d ago28:03

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Send us a text A "girl's night out" turns deadly. In March 2015, 18 year-old Brittney Gargol went out for a night on the town with her bff, Cheyenne Antoine. The next day Brittney's body would be found on the side of the road. Next to her was a belt, a leather jacket, and a sparkly wristwatch. The case would seemingly go cold, but police were hot o…

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The 7 Children 23:36

1M ago23:36

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Hey Creepers! Welcome to the season 2 premiere for another spine-tingling episode of our scary story series! Join us for another episode and immerse yourself in this suspenseful and eerie tale. Don't forget to follow my page for more hair-raising stories! New videos every week! #HorrorStory #Eclipse #Deception #ScaryTales #Horror #SpookyStories #Tr…

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Killer Crush: The Murder of Kelly Bullwinkle 29:16

1M ago29:16

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Send us a text Kelly Bullwinkle and Kinzie Noordman were bffs. That is until they met Damien Guerrero, the self proclaimed “King of the Goths” at Redlands High School in California. Damien was the dreamy, charming goth guy who had the hearts of both girls. But, we all know the old saying “three’s a crowd”. Especially in a teenage love triangle. Sou…

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The Brutal Murder of Ashley Young 33:12

1M ago33:12

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Send us a text In November of 2018, 31 year-old Ashley Young was excited to begin a new chapter in her life. She had just broken up with her boyfriend of 7 years, and she was moving into her own apartment. The night before Ashley signed her new lease she decided to meet an old friend for some drinks. The next morning, Ashley's mother would be frant…

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Love Thy Neighbor: The Murder of Ana Weed 27:54

2M ago27:54

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Send us a text Hector Campos shot his neighbor, Ana Weed, in broad daylight as she stood with her dog in her front yard. Hector would tell police that he shot Ana in self defense. How did these neighbors find themselves in such a tragic situation? It would take 5 1/2 years to find justice and answers. We are told to Love Thy Neighbor, but not all n…

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19. Solved: The Haunting of Murder Bridge 1:09:13

2M ago1:09:13

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I'd almost given up on discovering how murder bridge between Biggleswade and Sutton, got it's name. Until completely by accident I stumbled across a ghost story, reported as part of the minutes of a meeting of the Biggleswade Hospital Board in 1922. That led me on a twisty path to the truth, involving a libel case, a notorious Biggleswade spiritual…

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Episode 29 - Journey to the Center of the Psyche (Part 3) 21:24

2M ago21:24

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As time runs out, the Investigators make some shocking discoveries. The question is, will it be enough to save Orville's mindscape, and the Investigators along with it? Hey fellow Investigators! Don’t forget to check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/wildelypods for fun bonus content (including shoutouts in the credits of future bonus episodes) a…

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Tragedy On Set: The Curse Of The Crow 25:48

2M ago25:48

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Send us a text 1994's The Crow, a fantasy-action film based on a comic book of the same name written by James O’Barr, is famous for the tragic accident and subsequent death of actor Brandon Lee. That tragedy is one of many dark stories about The Crow that have led people to believe that the film was cursed. Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch…

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The Duplex 11:11

2M ago11:11

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Enjoy The Tale Of The Duplex! Send us a text Support the showBy Mrs. Night Terror

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Sean Googin: Tragedy In A Small Town 22:20

2M ago22:20

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Send us a text On July 3, 1992 Sean Googin finished his shift as a dishwasher at the Lincklean House restaurant in Cazenovia, NY. He was walking the 1/2 mile to Gypsy Bay on Cazenovia Lake shortly after 11:00 p.m to meet his family. The town was celebrating the 4th of July with a carnival and a fireworks display. Sean never made it to the lake that…

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The Silent Watcher 9:19

2M ago9:19

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🔮 The Silent Watcher 🔮 Hey Creepers! Welcome to another spine-tingling episode of our scary story series! Join us for another story and immerse yourself in this suspenseful and eerie tale. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more hair-raising stories! 🔔 New videos every week! 🔔 #HorrorStory #Eclipse #Deception #ScaryTales #Horror #Spoo…

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Justice For Jarret Clark 25:58

2M ago25:58

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Send us a text In the early morning hours of May 13th, 2006, Jarret Clark would agree to go camping with a group of teenagers that he barely knew. The next morning, which happened to be Mother's Day, Jarret would never return home. Jarret's family and friends would search for answers for the next 6 years. Jarret's case would go cold, but one invest…

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Eclipse of the Unborn 11:48

2M ago11:48

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Hey Creepers! Welcome to another spine-tingling episode of our scary story series! Years ago a town is plunged into chaos as a rare lunar eclipse brings forth an apocalyptic event. Cary, a woman, discovers she carries the unborn son of Satan, destined to harvest the energy of perishing souls. As the eclipse reaches its peak, the veil between the li…

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Beauty and the Beast: The Murder of Alexandra Kogut 29:31

3M ago29:31

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Send us a text Alexandra Kogut and Clayton Whittemore seemed like the perfect couple. High school sweethearts who continued a long distance relationship as the couple attended separate colleges. Alexandra was attending SUNY Brockport in Brockport, NY, and her boyfriend was still in his hometown attending community college. Jealousy and insecurity w…

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Small Spaces 12:25

3M ago12:25

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Hey Creepers! Welcome to another spine-tingling episode of our scary story series! Harold had always found solace in small spaces, a trait rooted in a traumatic childhood spent locked in a cage by his sickly mother. As an adult, he lived reclusively in a tiny studio apartment, finding comfort in its confined quarters. When he met Claire, a quirky a…

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18. The Night Hag (with guest Ciaran O'Keeffe) 1:31:30

3M ago1:31:30

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The Night Hag, is an old name for sleep paralysis. A sleep condition or disorder that has led to some of the most terrifying stories and folktales from around the world. From encounters with demons, witches and ghosts, to alien abductions sleep paralysis has spawned many scary stories. Likewise many paranormal experiences have been explained by sce…

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Don’t Lie To The Devil 12:02

3M ago12:02

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Hey Creepers! Welcome to another spine-tingling episode of our horror series! In this chilling tale, we delve into the story of Merideth, a woman from the village of The Hollow, who faces a horrifying punishment for deceiving the Devil. Merideth, known for her laziness, makes a grave mistake by promising the Devil she would complete her daily tasks…

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Let's Kill My Mom: The Murder of Susan Bailey 47:10

3M ago47:10

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Send us a text Susan Bailey, age 43, was a single mother of 2 teenagers. Jennifer Bailey, age 17 and David Bailey, age 13. Susan was working 3 jobs non-stop to provide her two children with everything they wanted. But, what they wanted most of all was to kill her. Susan had forbidden her teenage daughter from seeing her toxic boyfriend, Paul Henson…

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Vatu Mari: The Cursed Queen 12:54

3M ago12:54

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Hey Creepers! Join me as we delve into the haunting story of Vatu Mari, an Indonesian queen stripped of her throne and brought to the United States as a mere peasant. Unwilling to accept her fate, she invokes the ancient gods to unleash a curse upon the family that holds her captive. Vatu Mari, once a beloved queen in Indonesia, finds herself exile…

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The Landscaper 13:00

3M ago13:00

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Hey Creepers! In a small town shrouded in mystery, a landscaping team uncovers a hidden stone tomb in the overgrown yard of an abandoned house. What starts as a routine job quickly turns into a nightmare for Larz, the lead landscaper, as he becomes entangled in a chilling chain of events. 🕯️ When Larz accidentally opens the tomb, he awakens an anci…

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Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf: The Halloween Murder of Doreen Erbert 32:14

3M ago32:14

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Send us a text On Halloween night in 1984, a pregnant woman named Doreen Erbert heard a knock on her door. It was the Big Bad Wolf. That night one of the most vicious crimes to ever hit San Jose, CA would occur. Who was that masked intruder that tore a loving family apart? This week on Residue I will tell the scariest, most heartbreaking Halloween …

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The Whispering Abscess 9:49

3M ago9:49

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In this chilling horror tale, we dive into the nightmarish world of Evelyn, a woman tormented by an excruciating toothache that spirals into something far more sinister. As her face swells grotesquely, she begins to hear a malevolent voice emanating from the abscess, demanding that she remove all her teeth to set it free. Consumed by the relentless…

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The Exploding Man 9:21

3M ago9:21

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Lance Thompson's neighbors on Maple Street endured his daily tirades and violent outbursts, fearing the man who seemed perpetually angry. His terror escalated when he began hurling flaming bottles into their yards, culminating in a horrifying incident that injured a young girl. Arrested and taken to a hospital due to strange wounds on his body, Joh…

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The Country Club 12:55

3M ago12:55

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Hey Creepers! In the heart of an exclusive country club, five elite patrons commit the ultimate crime for thrills and are swiftly caught. But their story doesn't end in prison; it begins. Watch as Julian, Victoria, Mason, Elaine, and Oliver transform their clique into a formidable prison gang, with sinister dreams of turning their confinement into …

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Sister Celeste 12:55

3M ago12:55

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In the tranquil village of Solterra, a church stands as a sanctuary and a beacon of hope, home to Sister Celeste, a nun of unparalleled purity and devotion. But when a charming stranger named Adrian arrives with plans to turn the sacred place into a history museum, Celeste's world is thrown into turmoil. As she struggles to protect her beloved chur…

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The Illness 18:38

3M ago18:38

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In this gripping installment of Jane's Journey, we follow Jane as she navigates the bewildering aftermath of her miraculous healing. After discovering that her home is no longer hers and nothing seems familiar, Jane finds herself lost in a parallel world. Encountering strange faces and unfamiliar places, she must piece together the mystery of her e…

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The Drawbridge 27:43

3M ago27:43

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Join us on a chilling journey into the unknown with "The Drawbridge." Young Thomas ventures away from a fishing trip with his father and stumbles upon an abandoned drawbridge, its control room a relic of the past. But this isn't just any bridge. As night falls, Thomas discovers that the bridge holds dark secrets, haunted by voices from beyond. Watc…

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The Skull Kids 22:00

3M ago22:00

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Welcome to a haunting episode of our scary story series, where we delve into the eerie tale of "The Skull Kids." Join us as we follow the story of a woman plagued by chronic nightmares and vivid dreams since childhood. In her quest for peace, she becomes ensnared in a twisted dream world inhabited by children with skull heads, the Skull Kids. Send …

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The Old Farm House 12:59

3M ago12:59

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Venture into the heart of fear with 'The Old Farmhouse,' a chilling and enigmatic narrative that blurs the lines between reality and nightmare. As an unsuspecting soul is drawn into the clutches of an ancient farmhouse, a web of inexplicable events begins to unravel, weaving a tapestry of unease and terror. Follow the protagonist as they navigate t…

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What Did Johnny Do? 13:57

3M ago13:57

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Amidst the shroud of darkness, a tale unfolds that delves into the chilling depths of one man's choices. 'What Did Johnny Do?' explores the haunting journey of Johnny, a troubled soul burdened by guilt and remorse. As he navigates a labyrinth of shadows and secrets, Johnny's actions lead him down a path of no return, culminating in a fateful encoun…

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The TikTok Killer: Ali Abulaban aka Jinnkid 36:00

3M ago36:00

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Send us a text The case of rising TikTok star, Ali Abulaban (aka Jinnkid),explores the dark side of social media fame and the warning signs of intimate partner violence. The case is currently featured in a new Peacock documentary titled "TikTok Star Murders". On this week's episode of Residue, I recap the motives of the crimes portrayed in the docu…

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Murder In A Small Town: Josh Niles & Amber Washburn 40:34

4M ago40:34

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Send us a text On October 22, 2018, Joshua Niles and his girlfriend Amber Washburn were gunned down in their driveway in Sodus, NY. Police would soon learn that there was a mastermind behind the tragedy. A web of lies weaved all the way from a small town in Upstate NY to a small town in Dumas, Texas. *TRIGGER WARNINGS: verbal and physical child abu…

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Surviving A Nightmare: The Tracey Thurman Story 36:46

4M ago36:46

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Send us a text The Tracey Thurman case was a landmark legal case in the United States that led to a significant change in the way police departments handle domestic violence calls. In 1983, Tracey Thurman was brutally beaten and stabbed by her estranged husband, Charles "Buck" Thurman, in Torrington, Connecticut. Despite having a restraining order …

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17. The Haunted Tunnels 1:20:00

4M ago1:20:00

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Find out how terrifying sighting of a Cavalier ghost in the 1930s links to Biggleswade's mysterious tunnels. I explore the cellar below where the phantom was seen, discover hidden passageways, bricked up tunnel entrances, and much more. I take you on a trip down the river, and to the Camden House school room, we explore the history of Biggleswade's…

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The Cheerleader Murder: Kirsten Costas 38:53

4M ago38:53

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Send us a text Pretty and popular 15-year-old Kirsten Costas had it all. She was the teenage dream at Miramonte High School in Orinda, California in the 1980's. Jealousy and rage from a member of her peer group would cause a horrific crime to take place on the night of June 23, 1984. A community would never be the same. The 1994 TV movie, Death of …

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Episode 28 - Journey to the Center of the Psyche (Part 2) 22:16

4M ago22:16

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Finding themselves in a strange new world, the Investigators have several questions: Where’s Orville? What is causing the bizarre shockwaves that keep cropping up? And who is this talkative child who won’t leave them alone? To find out, the Investigators will have to face some hard truths about one of their closest friends, and themselves… Hey fell…

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Lady Starlight: The Murder of Missy Avila 47:42

4M ago47:42

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Send us a text A case filled with teenage violence, jealousy, and the darker side of female friendships. Michelle "Missy" Avila was a smart, beautiful, and charming 17-year-old girl with her whole life ahead of her. Increasing jealousy and insecurity within Missy's friend group would cause 3 teenage girls to commit a horrific crime. *Trigger warnin…

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The Mysterious Disappearance of Heidi Allen: Part 2 41:08

5M ago41:08

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Send us a text On Easter Sunday, April 3, 1994, 18-year-old Heidi Allen was working alone as a cashier at the D&W Convenience Store located in the Oswego County Town of New Haven, New York. About 7:50 a.m., a marked Oswego County Sheriff’s Department patrol unit was flagged down in the area by a citizen who reported that the convenience store was o…

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The Mysterious Disappearance of Heidi Allen: Part 1 26:30

5M ago26:30

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Send us a text On Easter Sunday, April 3, 1994, 18-year-old Heidi Allen was working alone as a cashier at the D&W Convenience Store located in the Oswego County Town of New Haven, New York. About 7:50 a.m., a marked Oswego County Sheriff’s Department patrol unit was flagged down in the area by a citizen who reported that the convenience store was o…

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16. The Haunting of Camden House 1:02:07

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Today's episode follows a ghost story over three centuries. We start in the 1880s with school children terrified by a ghost in a garden. Then we explore a newsagents bothered by paranormal activity in the 1960s. In the present day we discover a secret tunnel entrance and hear rumours of a helpful spirit where the garden once bloomed. Linking all th…

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Unfriended: Social Media Feuds 23:55

5M ago23:55

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Send us a text This week I tell two stories about young women who let their rage get out of control after feuding with their best friend on Facebook. Listen to this week’s podcast recommendation: The Last Trip https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-last-trip/id1715813037 Sources: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2057170/Woman-tried-burn-…

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Introducing Residue: A True Crime Podcast 1:23

5M ago1:23

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Send us a text Trailer/Promo for Residue: A True Crime Podcast Email Residue: residuepodcast@gmail.com Find RESIDUE online: Instagram: @residuepodcast Tik Tok: @residuepodcast Facebook: Residue:A True Crime Podcast Credits: RESIDUE is Hosted/Produced/Researched/Edited by Chrissy Champagne THEME SONG: "Dance Of Death" by Purple Planet Music collecti…

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Stacey Castor 42:51

5M ago42:51

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Send us a text Stacey Castor, also known as the "Black Widow" of Central New York, was a serial killer who would stop at nothing to prevent being caught. Even if that meant killing her own flesh and blood. Her story would not only rock an entire community to its core, but it would also divide a family to the point of no repair. Sources: Mommy Deadl…

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