Best 1 Henrietta Lacks Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 4: The Great Molasses Flood 29:09

6h ago29:09

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Send us a text We got a sticky sweet event for yall today. The morning of January 15th 1919 was like any other in the North Boston neighborhood where Purity Distilling kept their 2.3 million gallon tank of black strap molasses. Around 12:30 in the afternoon everything changed when that tank exploded, flooding the neighborhood in millions of gallons…

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Episode 3: Henrietta Lacks 28:49

13d ago28:49

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Send us a text This week on ROH we look at the life and legacy of a woman, who never knew what was done to her. After giving birth to her 4th child Henrietta Lacks was diagnosed with cervical cancer. While undergoing treatment samples were taken of her cells, without her consent. Henrietta would never know how far and wide her cells would end up go…

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Episode 2: The Wilmington Massacre Part 2: 47:03

20d ago47:03

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Send us a text In this second episode of Rethinking Our History we are going through the events of November 10th 1898 when a posse of white men began terrorizing the black community. Once it was all said and done at least a dozen men lay dead in the streets and hundreds more had been forced from their homes. In conclusion, we hope that people becom…

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Episode 1: The Wilmington Massacre Part 1: 1:00:49

27d ago1:00:49

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Send us a text In this first episode of Rethinking Our History we take a look at an event that is not talked about in the history of North Carolina. And we say this as two people who spent their whole school years in the NC education system. It was not until the events of January 6th that Felicia learned about the only successful insurrection in th…

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10. Epidurals, Embroidery, Play, Death 28:38

9M ago28:38

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Joining Kiri this week are historian Dr Paul Craddock who unravels how vascular surgery owes a debt to 19th century Parisian embroiderer Marie-Anne Leroudier, historian Subhadra Das unearthing stories of death prevention, comedian Ria Lina pushing epidurals as the best medicine, and paediatrician Dr Guddi Singh who shows off with play. Best Medicin…

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9. Autopsies, Light, Escapism, Henrietta Lacks 28:32

9M ago28:32

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Joining Kiri this week is a druid, a drag queen and a mortician...it's one man, Kristoffer Hughes, who puts forward the autopsy as the best medicine. Professor Olivette Otele tells us the tale of Henrietta Lacks, an extraordinary woman whose so called 'immortal cells' have saved countless lives, movie reviewer Ali Plumb talks about the importance o…

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8. Doing Less, Gardening, The Smartphone, Expertise 28:32

10M ago28:32

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Joining Kiri are historian Dr Paul Craddock who talks about what gardening and skin grafting have in common, comedian Shaparak Khorsandi who tells us how doing less helps manage her ADHD, Professor Roger Kneebone who explains how puppeteers, fighter pilots and chefs can teach surgeons to become more skilful and Professor Jamie Ward, who reveals how…

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7. Failure, Detection, Herpes, Climate Change 28:43

10M ago28:43

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Joining Kiri this week are Dr Lindsey Fitzharris who brings with her a Victorian clockwork surgical saw to demonstrate why failure can sometimes be the best medicine, while Professor Kevin Harrington explains how he uses molecular scissors to modify the herpes virus to attack cancer cells. We also hear from his patient Nigel who went from palliativ…

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6. CT Scans, Inhalation, Faith, Attention 28:34

10M ago28:34

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Joining Kiri this week are Reverend Kate Bottley who offers up faith as the Best Medicine, Dr Subarna Chakravorty and John James OBE who team up to talk about sickle cell, comedian Ria Lina who wants everyone to get a CT scan, and historian Caroline Rance debunking dodgy inhalation practices throughout history. Best Medicine is your weekly dose of …

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We Can Show You Right Where a Lost Nuclear Warhead Is 18:37

10M ago18:37

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January 24, 1961 - Goldsboro, North Carolina - In this gripping episode, we unravel the story of a routine B-52 flight gone awry over Goldsboro, North Carolina, carrying two nuclear bombs. Hear the details of crash, the bomb being "lost" (though it can be pinpointed on the map, and what the military has done since then. Join us as we reflect on the…

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5. Laughter, Other People, Inclusion, Tissue Engineering 27:59

10M ago27:59

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This week comedian Nabil Abdulrashid tells us how laughter and comedy reduced the levels of violence in prison, heart surgeon Professor Massimo Caputo describes how he used tissue engineering in a world-first life-saving heart operation, neuroscientist Dr Adam Kampff brings us an incredible insight into the human brain by taking us from rats that p…

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4. Surgical Microrobots, Backlash, The Immune System, Keeping an Open Mind 29:02

10M ago29:02

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Joining Kiri this week are Dr Christos Bergeles demonstrating surgical micro-robots that can transport the surgeon to areas of the body that are normally impossible to operate on, historian Dr Elinor Cleghorn champions Backlash by bringing us the tale of Victorian medical hero Mary Putnam Jacobi, Professor Daniel Davis explores the beauty of the im…

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3. Breast Medicine 27:49

11M ago27:49

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Joining Kiri are friend of the show historian Dr Lindsey Fitzharris who shares her own breast cancer recovery story with a detour via Victorian breast cancer surgery. Comedian Jordan Gray champions boob jobs, Sarah Kerruish unveils the life-saving power of AI with MIA, an algorithm that can read 80,000 mammograms in a weekend, and Dr Samantha Terry…

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2. Cytosponge, Fresh Air, Showmanship, Alkaline Breathing 28:22

11M ago28:22

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Joining Kiri this week are Professor Rebecca Fitzgerald OBE who demonstrates the Cytosponge test which detects throat cancer with a revolutionary pill on a string, Dr Jack Hartnell brings tales of surgical showmanship from the middle ages, comedian Thanyia Moore extols the virtues of Alkaline Breathing, and Dr Tolullah Oni explains how you treat an…

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1. Sobriety, Touch, Camellia Sinensis, Trust 28:36

11M ago28:36

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Joining Kiri this week are haptic technology specialist Dr Ally Barrow with the power of touch and a demonstration of virtual reality injections, mental health nurse Ed Freshwater speaks about a powerful treatment for mental illness, journalist and broadcaster Seyi Rhodes explores what happens when trust is lost in medicine, and comedian Felicity W…

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Pilot: Bubbles, Dancing, Masks, GoodSAM 28:34

11M ago28:34

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Joining Kiri this week are medical historian Dr Lindsey Fitzharris with the story of the pioneering World War I surgeon who transformed wounded soldiers faces, comedian Darren Harriott and his love of dancing, biomedical engineer Professor Eleanor Stride with cancer curing micro bubbles, brain surgeon Professor Mark Wilson with the GoodSAM app that…

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Introducing Best Medicine 3:16

12M ago3:16

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Kiri Pritchard-McLean is joined by funny and fascinating comedians, doctors, scientists and historians to celebrate medicine’s inspiring past, present and future.By BBC Radio 4

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Case of the Killer Catfish 22:48

1y ago22:48

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Jan 31, 2012 - Social media is often a place to keep up with friends and family. But what happens, when it turns deadly? On Jan 31, 2012, that happened to Billie Jean Hayworth and Billy Payne. Jenelle Potter was the mastermind behind it all... her and a CIA agent named "Chris". So we know who killed them but the why and the story behind it will lea…

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Providing Some Updates 26:54

1y ago26:54

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So one of the questions we get asked from listeners is "Do you ever have any updates?". Well as the name implies, we do continue to monitor the stories that we have done in the past. In this episode, join Ben & Tom as we talk about some updates for 3 of our past stories. We provide an update on Dyatlov Pass (as some new research came out); Somerton…

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The Philadelphia Experiment 27:01

1y ago27:01

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October 28, 1943 - Philadelphia, PA - In this episode of "Will Continue to Monitor," join us as we explore the fascinating case of the Philadelphia Experiment. Steeped in conspiracy theories and paranormal lore, the Philadelphia Experiment allegedly made a US Naval Ship disappear and reappear. Legend has it that the U.S. Navy conducted a top-secret…

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The Man Who Didn't Exist 36:00

1y ago36:00

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June 16, 2009 - Rosses Point Beach, County Sligo, Ireland - In this episode of "Will Continue to Monitor," hosts Ben and Tom delve into the baffling case of Peter Bergmann, the lifeless body discovered on Rosses Point Beach. The circumstances surrounding his death were unusual and mysterious. No identification or personal belongings were found with…

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HEnrietta LAcks: The Woman Who May Live Forever 22:24

1+ y ago22:24

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Join us on "Will Continue To Monitor," as we uncover the captivating story of Henrietta Lacks and the groundbreaking impact of her immortal cells, known as HeLa cells. Explore the life of Henrietta Lacks, the discovery of her unique cells, and their significant contributions to medical research. Dive into the ethical controversies surrounding their…

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Dan Cooper - Part 2 38:39

1+ y ago38:39

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In this episode, we delve into the suspects and theories surrounding the D.B. Cooper case. Despite an extensive investigation by the FBI, Cooper's true identity and fate remain unknown. Over the years, a number of suspects have emerged, including Richard McCoy Jr., a Vietnam veteran and experienced skydiver who hijacked a plane in 1972 and was late…

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Dan Cooper - Part 1 24:03

1+ y ago24:03

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November 24, 1971 - Pacific Northwest - A man known as Dan (not D.B) Cooper boarded a Northwest Orient Airlines plane from Portland to Seattle. He was dressed in a suit and tie, and appeared calm and collected as he made his way to his seat. Cooper ordered a bourbon and soda, and soon after takeoff, he handed a note to the flight attendant. The not…

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Loretto Chapel Staircase 28:19

1+ y ago28:19

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1878 - Sante Fe, New Mexico - Rising 22 feet (or 6.1 meters) into the air in Loretto Chapel is what many consider to be an actual miracle. It is made out of wood that so far has been identified as a relative of a tree found in Alaska, sorta but otherwise not much luck on where it came from. It’s freestanding with no center support. Also, nobody kno…

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Why Steal a Tree? 22:08

1+ y ago22:08

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March 6, 2016 - Lake County, Oregon - It was a normal morning for Mary Lee Kelley until she noticed that her 25-year-old, 50 foot Oregon Maple tree was missing from her back yard. It appeared to have been removed with large equipment yet she heard nothing throughout the night. The local sheriff's office responded and investigated, but unfortunately…

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She Fell Two Miles and Lived 35:11

1+ y ago35:11

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December 25, 1971 - Peru - Ben, Tom, and guest Tiffeine investigate the mysterious survival story of Julianna Koepke. 17-year-old Julianna was traveling with her family on a flight over the Peruvian rainforest when the plane suddenly hit a storm and crashed. The crash killed everyone on board except for Julianna, who miraculously survived despite f…

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Malaysia Airlines MH370 - Part 2 40:23

1+ y ago40:23

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On March 8, 2014, the Boeing 777 aircraft vanished while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, with 239 people on board. It is one of the most significant aviation mysteries in modern history. In this 2nd part episode, Ben, Tom, and special guest Matt, an avaiation expert will look at some of the theories behind what happened to MH370 and some of …

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Malaysia Airlines MH370 - Part 1 24:33

1+ y ago24:33

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On March 8, 2014, the Boeing 777 aircraft vanished while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, with 239 people on board. It is one of the most significant aviation mysteries in modern history. In this episode, Ben, Tom, and special guest Matt will explore the events leading up to the disappearance of MH370, the search and rescue operations that fo…

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The Voynich Manuscript 28:57

1+ y ago28:57

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1400s – The Voynich Manuscript was written by an unknown author or set of authors in what appears to be a language that has not been interpreted to this point. The manuscript was clearly painstakingly put together using some of the finest materials for the time. It includes illustrations but that just further confuses our understanding of it. Join …

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Forty Witnesses but No One Saw Anything 25:00

1+ y ago25:00

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---Trigger Warning--- This episode contains sexual assault of a minor. Listerner discretion is advised. July 10, 1981, Skidmore, MO - It is estimated that approximately forty people were surrounding the truck of Ken McElroy when he was shot and killed in broad daylight. Local, state, and federal law enforcement investigated and yet no one saw anyth…

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Who Was the Man in Room 1046? 37:03

1+ y ago37:03

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January 5, 1935 - Kansas City, MO - Who was the man in Room 1046 of the President Hotel? More importantly, who killed the man in this room that day? The man checked into the hotel under the name Roland T. Owen, but had used other aliases including Eugene K. Scott and Cecil Warner. It wasn't until several years after his death when the case had went…

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The Tunguska Blast 27:42

1+ y ago27:42

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This episode is sponsored by Eko Health. Learn more about their digital stethoscopes at www.ekohealth.com and use code JSP for $50 off your order. This episode is sponsored by CBD Stat. Learn more about their high quality, THC free CBD oil. They offer a 40% discount for healthcare workers at www.cbdstat.care/healthcare and for our listeners that ar…

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A Grinch Named Hans 25:02

1+ y ago25:02

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December 24, 1988 – Los Angeles – An evil terrorist by the name of Hans is holding several members of a corporation hostage at their Christmas party while trying to extort millions from the company. He has thought of every detail and is trying to pull off one of the biggest heists in history. He wasn’t planning for an off-duty police officer to hav…

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The Legend of Krampus 21:07

1+ y ago21:07

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A figure watching over children in December noting whether they are good or naughty is not surprising as children in America are often told that Santa Claus does that… however, the figure we talk about tonight is Krampus. First seen in literature in the 1500s, Krampus is the often seen as the anti-St. Nick, punishing the bad children while St. Nick…

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The Missing Sodder Children Part 2 38:08

2y ago38:08

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December 25, 1945 – Fayetteville, WV. After going to bed, Jennie Sodder awoke to a phone call followed by her family home being on fire. Her and her husband and their 4 oldest children were able to escape the home; however, the youngest 5 children were not able to. The 5 missing children were not located in the debris of the fire. So what happened …

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The Missing Sodder Children 20:22

2y ago20:22

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December 25, 1945 – Fayetteville, WV. After going to bed, Jennie Sodder awoke to a phone call followed by her family home being on fire. Her and her husband and their 4 oldest children were able to escape the home; however, the youngest 5 children were not able to. Rescue attempts were attempted but things seemed odd as a ladder had gone missing an…

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Multicast Event with GNBN Part 2 54:44

2y ago54:44

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Join us for this special bonus episode of Just Some Podcast and Will Continue to Monitor as we play the episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse that we cohosted with the amazing Tina. To celebrate her 2 million downloads, we covered the story of one of the most prolific serial killers in the US, Charles Cullen. This in the second part of a multiple part se…

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Middle of Nowhere but the Middle of Everywhere 21:08

2y ago21:08

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What's wrong with living in the middle of nowhere that's actually the middle of everywhere? The Arnold's of rural Potwin, Kansas know when the farmhouse they rented was inadvertently tagged with millions of IP addresses by a company called Maxmind. While the intent was to tag that the IP address came from "America", it didn't stop local, state, and…

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Multicast with Good Nurse Bad Nurse and JSP 1:03:48

2y ago1:03:48

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**Trigger Warning - This episode discusses suicide and may not be suitable for all listeners. Listerner discretion is advised. ** Join us for this special bonus episode of Just Some Podcast and Will Continue to Monitor as we play the episode of Good Nurse Bad Nurse that we cohosted with the amazing Tina. To celebrate her 2 million downloads, we cov…

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The Boy Who Built a Nuclear Reactor in his Backyard 46:51

2y ago46:51

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David Hahn, as a small boy, received a book of chemical experiments from his grandfather. Little did his grandfather know, this fascination with science would have grave consequences. David with his experience, lack of safety preparedness, and atomic energy badge from the Eagle Scouts built a nuclear reaction in his backyard. Join Tom and Ben as th…

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The Curious Case of Cindy James 40:21

2y ago40:21

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Who killed Cindy James? The body of 44 year old Cindy James was found outside a home in Richmond, British Columbia on June 8th, 1989. Her hands and feet were bound behind her and a black nylon stocking around her neck. Over several years, she reported over 100 incidents of phone harassment, stalking, and even physical attacks by an unknown assailan…

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The Mothman 36:41

2y ago36:41

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Point Pleasant, West Virginia – In 1966 and 67, the town had multiple sightings of a man estimated to be 6-7 foot tall with wings that spanned 10 feet and glowing red eyes. The local newspaper ran the story, capitalizing on the Batman TV show, calling the creature “Mothman”. Thus, the legend of Mothman was born. The sightings seemed to increase in …

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The Akron Serial Pooper 30:20

2y ago30:20

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In a departure from our more serious episodes, we present a more humorous story. Between the years of 2012 and 2015, a neighborhood in Akron, Ohio was terrorized by what is believed to be one man that was dubbed the “Serial Pooper” and on social media as the “Poop Gangsta”. During these years, cars in this neighborhood were randomly found to have b…

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Bloody Benders Part 2 31:05

2y ago31:05

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When we left off, a search party had descended on the Bender’s property but they were no where to be found and there was a foul odor coming from the cabin. In part 2, we discuss the grizzly findings of the search party that day and the number of graves they were able to locate. We also look at some of the evidence left behind to say maybe the Bende…

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Bloody Benders Part 1 26:56

2y ago26:56

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October 1870 – Several families moved to rural Labette County, KS as part of the Homestead Act. One of those families was a German immigrant family known as the Benders. John, Sr (Pa); Elvira (Ma); John Jr; and Kate. As their homestead was along the Osage trail for those travelling west, they set up a small store and inn for weary travelers. Sadly,…

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The Disappearance of Flight 19 37:21

2y ago37:21

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December 5, 1945 – Navy Lieutenant Charles Taylor, a highly decorated combat pilot and flight instructor took a group of planes out on a training run south of Florida. The planes collectively were known as “Flight 19”. The planes were to leave Ft. Lauderdale drop bombs 56 nautical miles out in the ocean then complete a flight pattern returning to F…

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Oakville Blobs 31:41

2+ y ago31:41

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While rain in Washington state is certainly not unusual, the rain that fell over Oakville, Washington in 1994 was unusual. It appeared to be globular blobs about the size of half a grain of rice. The blobs were first reported by a police officer patrolling as his windshield wipers smeared the globs. Numerous townspeople reported the blobs in their …

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Flannan Isles Lighthouse 32:43

2+ y ago32:43

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After an unscheduled break due to an acute illness we are back in the saddle with an all new episode. In December of 1900, the ship, Archtor, was off the coast of the Flannen Isles in Northern Scotland in treacherous waters. The lighthouse that normally guided them safely was not lit. After docking at their scheduled landing several days later, the…

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Villisca Axe Murders 42:10

2+ y ago42:10

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On June 10, 1912, the 6 members of the Moore family and two of their daughters’ friends from the Stillinger family were brutally murdered with an axe. Sadly, because of the interest in this crime in the small town of Villisca, Iowa; the crime scene was so contaminated with people walking through it that evidence was sparce to point to the killer or…

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