Best Fran Kranz Podcasts (2024)

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American Monsters: H.H. Holmes and The Chicago Murder Castle 37:24

2h ago37:24

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The legend of H.H. Holmes and his so-called "Murder Castle" is an American Tall Tale gone bad... Holmes wasn’t just any killer—he was one of America’s first real serial killers. And it wasn’t just the body count that made him infamous. It was that house. Initially, people thought it was just a regular hotel, a smart business move by Holmes to cash …

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KM Classic: The Candyman Murder of Timothy O'Bryan 19:42

5d ago19:42

19:42

Timothy O'Bryan didn't take candy from a stranger... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery--5496890/support.By Zevon Odelberg

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American Monsters: Earl Leonard Nelson 40:53

12d ago40:53

40:53

The life of Earl Nelson was dark and awful. His crimes were even worse. Murder. Mutilation. Necrophilia. Infanticide. I honestly can't, in good conscience, recommend this episode. But, if you'd like to learn more about a man history remembers as, "The Dark Strangler," an American Monster who even inspired an Alfred Hitchcock movie, then you really …

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American Outlaws: Goodfellas 26:14

20d ago26:14

26:14

The Lufthansa Heist etched its name in the annals of criminal history, standing as a stark reminder of the audacity of organized crime. when a group of mobsters executed this meticulously planned robbery, they weren't just committing a crime; they were setting a new benchmark for criminal exploits in America. The heist, which occurred in the winter…

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American Outlaws: King Con 34:42

29d ago34:42

34:42

You might know "King Con,"Charles Ponzi as the inventor of the pyramid scheme. But, did you know that he he was a master of disguise? Did you know he went on the run from American and International authorities disguised as a waiter? Find out more about a true AMERICAN OUTLAW...Only on Kinda Murdery! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s…

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American Outlaws: Danny Daniels and America's Deadliest Prison Riot 1:16:09

1M ago1:16:09

1:16:09

n 1928, a Colorado judge handed 38-year-old Danny Daniels, former safecracker for the notorious Kimes Gang in Oklahoma, two sentences: The first was 15 years hard labor for assault on a police officer. The second was 13 years, no hard labor, for armed robbery. Both sentences were to be served at at the Colorado State Penitentiary at Cañon City. Dan…

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American Monsters: Paul Dennis Reid - "The Fast Food Killer" 32:08

2M ago32:08

32:08

Nashville, Tennessee. February 16, 1997. The sun had yet to rise, but the morning had already begun at Captain D's Seafood Kitchen on Lebanon Pike. Inside, Steve Hampton, the manager, and his young employee, 16-year-old Sarah Jackson, were preparing for the Sunday rush. But this particular Sunday was about to become a date etched in Nashville’s wor…

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American Monsters: The Watcher 57:52

2M ago57:52

57:52

Derek and Maria Broaddus worked hard, built a life together, and eventually became financially successful enough to buy their dream home in Westfield, NJ. They thought they had made it, that is, until the first letter from, "The Watcher," arrived... Sources: https://www.thecut.com/article/the-haunting-of-657-boulevard-in-westfield-new-jersey.html h…

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American Monsters: Richard Chase - "The Vampire of Sacramento" 23:02

2M ago23:02

23:02

American Monster Richard Chase, known as the “Vampire of Sacramento,” stood apart even in the twisted world of serial killers. From a young age, he was gripped by powerful delusions. The conviction that his blood was prepetually turning to dust inside his veins was just one of many. These were not just fleeting fantasies, but deeply ingrained belie…

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American Monsters: The Bloody Benders 42:03

2M ago42:03

42:03

Remember the Redneck Zombie Murder Family from the modern cult classic horror movie, CABIN IN THE WOODS? Well, before they were a Redneck ZOMBIE Murder Family - They were a REAL American Murder Family...As the saying goes, every family has its secrets, and the Benders were no exception. Their secrets were just darker than most. A lot darker...Find …

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American Monsters: Michael John Braae - "Cowboy Mike" 19:04

3M ago19:04

19:04

In the Summer of 2001, a predator walked among the unsuspecting residents of Western Washington. He moved quietly, slipping through towns and leaving devastation in his wake. This man, this American Monster, was Michael John Braae, better known as "Cowboy Mike," a serial killer and serial rapist who left behind him a tragic trail of violence, terro…

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American Outlaws: The Barefoot Bandit 34:42

3M ago34:42

34:42

In the shadowy corners of the San Juan Islands off the coast of Washington State, Colton Harris-Moore emerged not merely as a troubled teenager but as a captivating figure who danced on the edge of legality. He became infamous as the "Barefoot Bandit," a moniker earned from his habit of executing crimes shoeless. Harris-Moore's crimes weren't petty…

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American Monsters: John Wayne Gacy - Featuring an Interview with Gacy Attorney Karen Conti 1:22:49

3M ago1:22:49

1:22:49

Kinda Murdery is back with new episodes and a brand new season! The first episode of Season 7 is the story of America's most notorious serial killer - The Killer Clown - John Wayne Gacy. After the Gacy story, Zevon interviews Karen Conti, Gacy's Death Row attorney, and author of the riveting, award-winning new book, "Killing Time with John Wayne Ga…

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Another CurtCo Media Podcast We Think You'll Enjoy: Foods That Matter 37:14

3M ago37:14

37:14

Come along for a culinary thrill as Foods That Matter transports the epicures, the foodies, and the gastronauts to different corners of the world through stories of adventure with food archeologist John Robert Sutton, also known as 'The Indiana Jones of Food.' John has invited us to continue unlocking the secrets to the globe's most extraordinary c…

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Gentleman, Cad, Card Shark: The Mysterious Death of Joe Bowne Elwell 27:47

5M ago27:47

27:47

Pushing the door open, Marie's eyes were met with a scene she would never forget. There, slumped in his chair, was Joseph Bowne Elwell. His usually composed demeanor was replaced by a haunting stillness. A single bullet wound, precise and deadly, marred the center of his forehead. Blood had pooled around the wound, seeping into the intricate patter…

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A Cry From the Grave - Part 2 - The Conclusion 24:13

6M ago24:13

24:13

The conclusion of "A Cry from the Grave." Moorestown, New Jersey is a quiet, beautiful Quaker settlement, much the same as a thousand other small American communities. Along about dusk, the children drop their play, hurry home to their evening meal, and then go to bed. Nobody would pick Moorestown as the scene of a dastardly crime. Still, it was th…

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A Cry From the Grave: An Ellis H. Parker Mystery 18:59

6M ago18:59

18:59

Moorestown, New Jersey is a quiet, beautiful Quaker settlement, much the same as a thousand other small American communities. Along about dusk, the children drop their play, hurry home to their evening meal, and then go to bed. Nobody would pick Moorestown as the scene of a dastardly crime. Still, it was there that real-life, New Jersey-super-sleut…

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The Disappearing Parrot - PART 2 21:16

6M ago21:16

21:16

Find out who killied circus-owner John Brunen, in the thrilling finale of "THE DISAPPEARING PARROT!" Sources: https://gardenstatelegacy.com/files/Who_Shot_Honest_John_Bilby_GSL34.pdf https://ia601404.us.archive.org/32/items/true-detective-jan-1929/TrueDetectiveJan1929.pdf Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-mu…

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The Disappearing Parrot: A True-Crime-Noir Murder Mystery 24:56

6M ago24:56

24:56

Tonight’s Kinda Murdery is True-Crime-Noir at its most hard-boiled. As always, everything you're about to hear really happened. John Brunen, a 47-year-old, wealthy circus owner known as, “Honest John,” is murdered in his own home before he even has a chance to draw the pistol he always carries. “Honest John’s" life ended when he was decapitated, sh…

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RIP Mahbod Moghadam 1:14:46

7M ago1:14:46

1:14:46

Zevon's dear friend, and a great freind of the show, Unicorn Tech Founder and larger-than-life impressario, Mahbod Moghadam has passed away. On this episode Zevon talks about Mahbod, his life, their friendship, and who he REALLY was as a person (not just his headline-grabbing, sometimes-scandalous, online persona). Then Kinda Murdery replays Mahbod…

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Hotel Houdini: The Mystery of the Vanishing Victim - PART TWO 38:39

7M ago38:39

38:39

Within Private Detective Ken Brennan's mind, the image of the suspect was vivid and constant—an imposing figure moving through life with an air of untouchable confidence. This mental portrait of the suspect, casually interacting with potential victims while secure in the belief that his heinous acts were untraceable, fueled Brennan's resolve. The n…

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Hotel Houdini: The Mystery of the Vanishing Victim - PART ONE 35:18

8M ago35:18

35:18

In the early hours of a chilly winter morning in 2005, a grim discovery marks the beginning of a perplexing case that would haunt the western edge of Miami. Amid the transition where the orderly outer suburbia surrenders to the wild embrace of the Everglades, with its towering grass and dark, unforgiving mud, a scene unfolds that seems almost too b…

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Father of the Bride?...The CIA Hitman's Daughter and the Murder of Gary Patterson w/ Anson Maddocks 1:28:34

8M ago1:28:34

1:28:34

In the sweltering early summer heat of the El Paso County desert, a search had persisted for three grueling days. Leading the operation was a young female detective, now gripped by a sense of anticipation that often precedes a significant discovery in homicide investigations. She harbored a strong conviction: the victim's body was concealed somewhe…

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The Truck Stop Killer - PART TWO 27:03

8M ago27:03

27:03

The deeper her investigation into Rhoades's life and crimes went, the more apparent the unsettling parallels between their lives became. Despite the chasm between their intentions—one a survivor, the other a predator—they shared the grueling rhythm of life on the road. Both faced the relentless monotony and sleepless nights that come with constant …

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The Truck Stop Killer - PART ONE 35:15

8M ago35:15

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He methodically prowled the highways, targeting teenage girls who had run away, those seemingly invisible to the world. In the scorching summer of 1985, she was one such girl. A chance encounter on I-95 with a stranger led to the most petrifying ordeal of her life. Years on, she revisits the haunts of her fraught youth, seeking insights into the te…

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The Talented Mr. Rockefeller: Seduction, Murder and the Many Lives of Christian Gerhartsreiter 35:26

9M ago35:26

35:26

In the vibrant landscape of the mid-'90s, Sandra Boss, a Stanford graduate pursuing her MBA at Harvard, found her path crossing with an enigmatic figure through a familial introduction. Her sister, playing the role of matchmaker, introduced her to Clark Rockefeller. Rockefeller presented himself as a man of considerable pedigree, claiming descent f…

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Anatoly Moskvin: The Russian Dollmaker 33:01

9M ago33:01

33:01

In the shadowed corners of the early 1970s, a tale begins to unfold, one that would linger in the memories of the small Russian town of Gorky for decades to come. Our story centers around a young boy named Anatoly Moskvin, a curious soul wandering the streets with the kind of restless energy that only the innocence of youth can harbor. It was durin…

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Jack Sparrow and the Polish Intellectual: The Bizarre Murder of Dariusz Janiszewski AND the Return of ANSON MADDOCKS! 1:08:29

9M ago1:08:29

1:08:29

In December 2000, in a remote area of the Oder River in Poland, three fishermen discovered a dead body, initially mistaken for a log, near the shore. The corpse, with a noose around its neck and hands bound, was identified as Dariusz Janiszewski, a 35-year-old businessman from Wroclaw, reported missing by his wife four weeks earlier. Janiszewski's …

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Arsenic and NEW Lace: The Harrowing Tale of, "Black Widow Blanche" 23:01

9M ago23:01

23:01

In 1966, Blanche's Kiser's father, Parker Davis Kiser Sr., passed away. His death was attributed to heart disease at the age of 62. Tragedy struck again in 1973, seven years following her father's death, Blanche discovered her husband, James Taylor, lifeless in their bed. At just 45 years old, he was pronounced dead, with a heart attack cited as th…

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Alcohol Adultery Sex and Death: The Grant Park Actress Murders - PART II - Conclusion 18:52

9M ago18:52

18:52

Coroner Simonds, analyzing the crime scene, focuses on a particularly striking detail—the substantial amount of blood present. This observation leads him to a hypothesis involving more than just the two victims. He speculates that the volume of blood could indicate the involvement of a third person, possibly an abductor who got wounded during a str…

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Alcohol, Adultery, Sex, and Death: The Grant Park Actress Murders 16:59

10M ago16:59

16:59

It's the early morning of Sunday, November 14, 1920. Chicago is still asleep under the veil of night. But in the shadows, a mysterious figure emerges, draped in a dark overcoat and topped with a black derby hat. This myserious person makes a beeline for the Insurance Exchange Building on Eighteenth Street, moving with a purpose that suggests a plan…

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Unspeakable: The Lyon Sisters Tragedy 20:05

10M ago20:05

20:05

In the quiet, idyllic suburb of Kensington, Maryland, a story unfolds that would shatter the tranquility of a close-knit community. The Lyon family, led by the father John, a familiar voice on WMAL Radio, and his wife Mary, seemed to epitomize the American dream. They had three children: an older son, Jay, who would later follow a path into law enf…

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The Daylight Cat Burglar: Pipino and the Madonna Col Bambino - PART III 15:52

10M ago15:52

15:52

In the cheery ambiance of the prison visiting room, Vincenzo Pipino, the seasoned art thief now turned inmate, sat contemplating his next move. He gently tapped the side of his espresso cup, a thoughtful gesture that hinted at his strategic mind. Breaking the silence with a caveat, he leaned forward and said, "This is a hypothetical story," emphasi…

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The Daylight Cat Burglar: Pipino and the Madonna Col Bambino - PART II 21:21

10M ago21:21

21:21

On that fateful day of October 9, 1991, Vincenzo Pipino blended seamlessly with the throng of tourists at the Ducale Palace. The palace, now a museum, stood as a proud reminder of the Venetian Republic's glory. Pipino, with the practiced ease of a man well-versed in the art of deception, followed the tour group through the grandeur of the palace. S…

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The Daylight Cat Burglar: Pipino and the Madonna Col Bambino 20:01

10M ago20:01

20:01

Through the lens, Pipino's gaze traversed the grandeur of Venice. First, there was the Palazzo Barozzi, a testament to Baroque elegance and a repository of stolen art, thanks to deals with individuals like Pipino. Then, his eyes settled on the Ca’ Dario, its marble facade leaning ominously, a palazzo as famous for its curse as for its art. Owners o…

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A Mysterious Skull in the Islip Woods - PART II 22:26

10M ago22:26

22:26

The thrilling conclusion to a baffling murder mystery... For months, the skeleton of an unknown girl had lain in the Islip woods, still covered in expensive jewelry, a bullet-hole in her skull. Who was she? How could she be identified? Who killed her? What was there motive? In October 1909, the answers to those questions were left up to New York Ci…

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A Mysterious Skull in the Islip Woods 22:36

10M ago22:36

22:36

For months, the skeleton of an unknown girl had lain in the Islip woods, still covered in expensive jewelry, a bullet-hole in her skull. Who was she? How could she be identified? Who killed her? What was there motive? In October 1909, the answers to those questions were left up to New York City Police Detectives, William Roddy and Tom Murray. Find …

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Bad Santas: The 12 Worst, Real-Life, Shopping Mall Santas 21:44

11M ago21:44

21:44

Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays to all. Join Zevon as we delve into the world of "The 12 Worst Real Life Shopping Mall Santas," where the line between humor and horror blurs, and the iconic figure of jolly old Saint Nick takes on a more sinister hue. This episode will lead listeners down a chilling path, unveiling the darker side Father Christ…

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"The Grither" - The Scariest Christmas Monster You've Never Heard Of... 15:53

11M ago15:53

15:53

In that moment, the boundaries between story and reality began to blur. The Grither, a mere legend moments ago, now seemed a palpable threat, its presence looming over the family's Christmas Eve. The children, wrapped in the suspense of their father's tale, were caught between the safety of their cozy living room and the chilling possibility that s…

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The Gift of the Magi 13:27

11M ago13:27

13:27

Offered as a holiday token to burst through the early dark. O'Henry's classic, "The Gift of the Magi." CALL 888-MURDERY, that's, 888-687-3379, to share YOUR Kinda Murdery story or your story of living with a disability or other challenges, and you could inspire an episode of the show! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/pod…

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Teenage, Lesbian, Sex, Murder Kiwis: The True Story of Pauline Parker and Juliet Hulme 15:35

11M ago15:35

15:35

In the early 1950s, nestled in the serene landscape of New Zealand, a friendship began to blossom under unusual circumstances. Two teenagers, Pauline Parker and Juliet Hulme, found solace in each other's company, their bond forged in the fires of shared adversity. Both struggled with ill health, a plight that isolated them from their peers and the …

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Dutchess County Carving: The Thanksgiving Murder of the Germond Family 18:13

12M ago18:13

18:13

In the deep shadows of Thanksgiving Day, 1930, a grim tale unfolded in Stanford, New York, one that seeped into the annals of true crime history. The Germond family, residing on their serene dairy farm, found themselves at the heart of a tragedy that would send ripples of horror through Dutchess County and beyond. The details of this case, as grues…

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Sex, Money, Murder AND Zombies: Mormon Mysticism & the Doomsday Death Dealers 23:30

12M ago23:30

23:30

Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell saw the world through a binary lens, categorizing people as either "light" or "dark" spirits. This dichotomy wasn't just a philosophical stance; it was a worldview that dictated their perceptions and interactions with those around them. More disturbingly, they introduced a sinister concept into their ideology: the notio…

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Little Boy Blue: Sex, Drugs and Murder, in Amish Country 23:40

12M ago23:40

23:40

The discovery of the child's body, lying frozen in a cornfield, on Christmas Eve, in Chester, Nebraska, turned the solitary hunter from a mere witness to an urgent harbinger of a dark mystery that needed unraveling. His pulse quickening, he retraced his steps out of the cornfield, each footfall a heavy note in the otherwise silent expanse. He sough…

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Take the Beemer. Leave the Body, the Bullets and the Bite Marks - PART III (CONCLUSION) 20:47

12M ago20:47

20:47

As the long-awaited D.N.A. results were coallated, the detectives found themselves in the grip of a profound anticipation. The prospect of finally putting a name to the elusive evidence from that brutal day in 1986 was on the horizon, and the atmosphere in the office was thick with the gravity of what that meant. For Detective Bub, his day off on M…

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Take the Beemer. Leave the Body, the Bullets and the Bite Marks - PART II 23:30

1y ago23:30

23:30

In the midst of an influx of new information, the DNA report from Jennifer Butterworth in the Sherri Rasmussen case, emerged as a unique and tantalizing clue. The report suggested a potential paradigm shift in the case: the murderer might be a woman. This was an anomaly in violent crimes and stood out from the usual pattern of male perpetrators. Ho…

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Take the Beemer. Leave the Body, The Bullets and the Bite Marks - PART I 25:24

1y ago25:24

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In the dimming light of February 24, 1986, LAPD detectives stepped through the gates of a condo complex in Van Nuys, Los Angeles, their faces etched with stern concentration. The scene that awaited them was grim. Sherri Rasmussen, a 29-year-old nursing director and a newlywed of just three months, lay dead in her living room. She was found by her h…

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Real Life, or Lifetime Movie? The Cyberstalking of Angela Diaz 19:37

1y ago19:37

19:37

Go Listen to the Hillbilly Horror Stories 6th Annual Halloween Special - featuring an exclusive Kinda Murdery Story, "The Halloween Necropheliac and the Murder of Rebekah Gay." Here's some links to the Halloween Special: Hillbilly Horror Stories on Spotify Hillbilly Horror Stories on Apple Now, onto today's episode: In 2016, Angela Diaz seemed to b…

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Hellish Nell: The Scottish Witch Nazi - PART II 22:53

1y ago22:53

22:53

After the séance, Firebrace moved swiftly to verify Duncan’s claims. What he found was astonishing. The medium was correct. The HMS Hood had been lost, taking hundreds of sailors down with it. For Firebrace, the revelation presented an unsettling conundrum. How had Duncan come into possession of classified information before him, a man at the very …

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Hellish Nell: The Scottish Witch Nazi - Part I 22:49

1y ago22:49

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On March 22, 1944, as the chill of early spring still lingered in the air, London's Old Bailey prepared itself for a trial that was unlike any other in recent memory. Centuries had passed since the last person was executed for witchcraft on British soil, yet here was Helen Duncan, a medium, standing accused of this ancient offense... CALL 888-MURDE…

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