This week this Gals bring you their monthly unsolved cases. Samantha covers a case that could potentially be solved already, Montana covers the disappearance of Asha Degree, a 9 year old who went missing from her home in the middle of the night. Resources: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/crime/asha-degree-missing-child-investigation-combined-rewa…

Come one! Come all! to the amazing world of Reaper Tales. This week we bring you those who can walk on the ceiling, inside horses, and a lot of fires for some reason. Grab your roasted peanuts and cotton candy and settle in to hear all about the history of the circus. Resources: http://www.historyofcircus.com/#google_vignette https://www.vam.ac.uk/…

In this weeks episode the gals each bring a very different amusement park to talk about. One seems to be cursed to never truly open again. While the other may be haunted by it's tragic past. Hope you like heights, and steer clear of the cold swing in the park. Resources: https://www.wvlakeshawnee.com/faq/history/ https://visitmercercounty.com/place…

In this week's episode Montana tells us about the wrongful conviction of Marcellus Williams. A man who is scheduled to be put to death on September 24, 2024. Please go to the first link in our resources to sign the petition to stop this execution. Resources: https://innocenceproject.org/petitions/stop-the-execution-of-marcellus-williams-an-innocent…

Hello Reaper Pal's! In this week's episode the gals are actually on a break. Fret not though, our wonderful producer, Kelsey has curated a mash up of some of our funniest outtakes and bloopers over the year for you. We'll be back next week with a special episode. Until next time, We love you. We mean it. K bye.…

In this week's episode both the gals bring a different scandal to the podcast. Samantha didn't fully follow directions, but she still managed to bring a story so entertaining Montana couldn't help but interrupt constantly. Montana's story will leave you wanting to steer clear of a certain county just North of Asheville.…

In this week's episode we wrap up our first ever Black Widow that was so "successful" she needed a two-parter. Resources: Bodies of Evidence, The Shocking True Story of America’s Most Chilling Serial Murderess…From Crime Scene to Courtroom to Electric Chair, by: Chris Anderson and Sharon McGehee https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22944-…

In this week's episode Samantha tells us about one of the worst black widow's to date, Judy Buenoano. In part one we will discuss her early life and her first few victims that we know about. Grab yourself a Black widow cocktail and settle in Reaper Pals, this is a venomous one. Resources: Bodies of Evidence, The Shocking True Story of America’s Mos…

In this weeks episode each gal talks about vastly different unsolved death. While both victims are different in almost all ways, both have one thing in common, the strange and yet unexplained reasons for their deaths? Resources: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/greenvilleonline/name/tucker-hipps-obituary?id=10282394 https://tuckergives.org/abou…

On this week's episode Montana tells us about some unusual legends about mermaids from Charleston South Carolina. Unlike P.T. Barnum's mermaids these are alive and can either bring you luck and wishes or destruction and death. Resources: https://charlestoncitypaper.com/2015/10/28/two-little-known-charleston-legends-that-time-has-nearly-forgotten/?o…

In this week's episode both of the gal's tell each other about two very different and equally disturbing Jailhouses. While Samantha tells of a violent and cruel death inside a jailhouse, Montana tells us about what is buried and forgotten behind another. Resources: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/families-in-disbelief-after-hundreds-of-bodies-fou…

This week's Samantha tells us all about the Birmingham Zoo. While the zoo may seem like a place to observe cute and cuddly creatures most of the time, the Birmingham Zoo has some long BURIED secrets. Resources: https://www.bhamwiki.com/w/Red_Mountain_Cemetery#:~:text=Red%20Mountain%20Cemetery%20(also%20known,Zoo%20and%20Birmingham%20Botanical%20Gar…

In this week's episode Montana does her best to give us a lesson on tornadoes, as well as the devastating destruction brought on the Southeastern U.S. in April 2011. Chain down your cows and take shelter listeners, this ones going to be a bit twisty. Resources: https://www.nssl.noaa.gov/about/history/2011/ https://www.britannica.com/event/Super-Out…

On this weeks episode Montana tells Samantha about the fact that the GOVERNMENT replaced all birds with drones to spy on us, and Samantha Avada Kedavra's all of us with theories in the Harry Potter Universe. Resources: https://www.npr.org/transcripts/1217391587 https://hub.jhu.edu/2024/02/07/birds-arent-real/ https://www.rjjulia.com/book/9781250288…

This episode was originally released on Nov 04, 2022 before we had any idea how to properly edit audio. With the talented Kelsey on board we've begun to remaster previous episodes that are still seeking answers. This week Montana tells Samantha about a mother who was murdered in her own home while 3 months pregnant. There is an absolute idiot of a …

This week Samantha tells us about the successful, beautiful and kind Madam of Huntsville Alabama, Mollie Teal. As a PSA we would like all wealthy people to check their mansions for the one oil painting done of Mollie Teal, and send us a picture of it please. Resources: https://www.al.com/news/huntsville/2015/05/mollie_teals_bordello_recalled.html W…

In this weeks episode both Gals bring one unsolved case from their area. Samantha tells us about a tragic murder of a daughter/sister and her family that refuses to give up even after decades. Montana tells us of the bizarre disappearance of a young man after a fun night out. Resources: https://www.coosacountyso.org/shiverdecker https://governor.al…

As a little menty B-onus the Gal's talk about each of their journey's with their own mental health. This episode is sponsored in part by drinking some water and taking a deep breath now and then.

In this weeks episode Kelsey diagnoses herself with ADHD, Montana plans a prison break and Samantha just shakes her head at our antics. We are also joined by Kelsey's wonderful psychiatric Nurse practitioner, Connie who managed to tolerate us for almost three hours. Resources: https://womensmentalhealth.org/ https://www.postpartum.net/?utm_source=g…

This week Montana tells us about the Kent State Massacre. A massacre that occurred at Kent State College in response to student protests. With rising protests and college encampments around the world, We felt it was important to look back on how violent responses to protestors can quickly turn deadly. This is a cautionary reminder to stay safe whil…

Hellllloooooo Darlings. In this week's episode Samantha tells us about the life of Tallulah Bankhead. A Hollywood star from the early/mid 1900's. Grab your Tallulah cocktail and settle in for a wonderful story. Resources: Wicked North Alabama, by Jacquelyn Procter Reeves https://www.britannica.com/biography/Tallulah-Bankhead http://www.awhf.org/ban…

In this weeks episode Montana attempts to tell us some scientificy theories as to why we may not have made first contact with extraterrestrial beings. Have your pen and paper ready Pals, because this one is interactive. Resources: https://www.livescience.com/fermi-paradox https://www.space.com/25325-fermi-paradox.html https://www.planetary.org/arti…

We asked for your Q's and you gave us some great ones. Hope you enjoy our A's. We've enjoyed over 100 episodes of your interactions and bringing you topics you may not have heard.

This week the gals celebrate their 100th episode with legends of bigfoot from their respective states. This episode has been a long time coming, and we want to thank each and every listener for hanging out through our growth in this podcast. We hope you stick around for another hundred episodes.

On this weeks episode Samantha tells us about a woman who was in a real "shitty" situation, and how she helped save a city with her kindness and generosity. Resources: https://yourdream.liveyourdream.org/2017/03/history-of-womens-rights-america/?utm_term=women%27s%20rights&utm_campaign=LYD+Blog&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3468286777&h…

Ladies and gentlemen, please make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their full upright position. This week Montana tells us about another amazing, brave and determined woman, Bessie Coleman. She was the first black and indigenous woman to obtain her pilots license. Nothing could stop Bessie from achieving her dreams. Not misogyny. Not rac…

This week Samantha brings back your favorite topic, the black widow. Or is it? probably? maybe?.... it is. Resources: https://law.justia.com/cases/north-carolina/supreme-court/1994/556a90-0.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blanche_Taylor_Moore https://www.wbtw.com/news/state-regional-news/turning-90-north-carolinas-blanche-moore-is-oldest-woman-o…

This week to kick off women's history month, Montana tells us about Junko Tabei. She was the first woman to summit Everest and she also summited the Seven peaks. We hope you all raise a Mount Everest Cocktail to not only Junko, but to all the adventurous, brave and determined women in your life. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junko_Tabei …

This week Montana tells us about a historical event that for many years was reported incorrectly. The 1898 Wilmington insurrection and the massacre. This is the only successful insurrection to ever occur in the US, and accompanying the event was a bloody attack on the black community that forced them from the businesses and homes forever. Resources…

This week the gals all sit down, in person, with the wonderful Colleen Caffrey-Thrasher to discuss two very interesting topics. We know our listeners will be running to schedule an acupuncture appointment after hearing this one. Resources: https://www.nccaom.org/find-a-practitioner-directory/ https://hihello.me/p/5432782a-dc22-4252-b446-00b5ee54c58…

This week the gals get to record in person! Montana tells us about one of her favorite cryptids, while Samantha tells us about a creature Montana has had no less than three nightmares about since this recording. Grab a leapfrog and settle in to hear about some wild creatures! Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loveland_frog http://www.weirdus…

In this week's episode Samantha tells us about some electrifying people. While we quickly learn that lighting does indeed strike the same location twice, we also might learn that it strikes people twice too. Grab your rubber soled shoes and join the Reaper Gals on their journey with a few folks who hired lightning as their best friends. Resources: …

In this weeks episode Montana explains the inconsistencies in the investigation of Grant Solomon's death. She also talks about the several people around Grant and Gracie that either flat out ignored their cries for help or actively asked them to stop talking about it. Please, go sign the petition to reopen the investigation into Grant's death here …

This week Montana tells Samantha about the life and eventual death of Grant Solomon. As well as the alleged abuse his mother Angie, his sister Gracie, and he suffered at the hands of their husband/father, Aaron Solomon. Please, go sign the petition to reopen the investigation into Grant's death here You can donate to the Justice for Grant fund and …

This week the gals bring you a joint about very different survival stories. We hope you've brought your antivenom this week. You never know what could pop up and bite you in this one. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_fatal_snake_bites_in_the_United_States https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9026923/HBO-docu-snake-handling-Pente…

It will come as no surprise to anyone that Montana decided to take to the sea's again this week and tell us about it's most popular legend, the Flying Dutchman. Hold on to your rum dear listeners, the waters looking choppy in this one. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Rime_of_the_Ancient_Mariner https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/43…

This week Montana tells us about the death of Jon Bowie. A young man with a promising future and a loving group of friends and family is found dead one morning in the most bizarre ways. Police immediately rule it a suicide, but there are plenty of unanswered questions to make anyone second guess that ruling. Resources: Losing Jon by David Parrish h…

This week we all raise our glasses to a very special birthday episode for Samantha. On this special birthday episode, Montana tells us about some events that occurred on the day our favorite Reaper Gal was born. I hope you listeners are ready, it's going to be an "eventful" episode. Resources: https://www.onthisday.com/events/december/29 https://en…

Happy Holidays Reaper Pals! This week Montana teaches us about a few Christmas traditions and where they originated from. Don't forget to send us your questions for our upcoming Q&A session at Reapergals@reapertales.com. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_tree https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas-trees https…

Grab your strongest drink this week, whether its a boozy one or a caffeinated one, you're going to need it for this episode. Samantha tells us about the tragic and gruesome murder of Sharon Aydelott. While we're convinced we don't have the full story, we'll leave you dear listeners to make your own opinions on this case. Resources:…

This week the gals tell each other about different holiday lore. Be sure to check your shoes this holiday and remember, not all is doom and child stew. Resources:

This week Montana continues her unhinged obsession with pirates, and tells Samantha about Calico Jack. A colorful pirate with a very open mind about some things. In the words of our wonderful editor Kelsey "It is arrrrrrggggg good one matie!!" Resources: https://www.worldhistory.org/Calico_Jack/ http://www.thewayofthepirates.com/famous-pirates/cali…

This week neither gal can fully follow instructions. Listen to the end to hear a bonus stampede story.

This week Samantha brings us a real twisty murder. In the end, you'll still be unsure what really happened in this case. Resources: https://www.oxygen.com/homicide-for-the-holidays/crime-news/brent-springford-jr-killed-parents-on-thanksgiving https://www.denverpost.com/2013/10/08/son-convicted-of-killing-parents-dies-in-prison/ https://www.waka.com…

After a much needed week off the gals are back to tell you about some troubling fair accidents. They are also joined for the first time by their new editor and corrector, the amazing Kelsey Rosales! Who did a wonderful job editing her first episode. Resources: https://www.cunninghambounds.com/documents/News-PDFs/fair_accident.pdf https://www.wkrg.c…

This week Montana nerds out and tells Samantha about the short life of Edward Teach, known to most as Blackbeard. Honestly, I think I only covered this and have an obsession with pirates because I wasn't allowed to be a pirate for Halloween growing up. I'll unpack that in therapy, don't worry. Resources:Blackbeard the Pirate: A Reappraisal of His l…

The gals revisit a topic from last years spooky season, Claustrophobia. If being underground frightens you maybe skip this one, but if you do skip this one, you'll miss out on the most sophisticated burglar we've ever heard of. Resources:https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6838955/Man-stuck-air-conditioning-vent-dentist-office-claimed-looking-…

This week the gals tell each other about different haunted places. Whether you're battling at sea or just looking for a good black bottom pie, you'll inevitably run into a ghost or two. Also, chill out, your bonus episode will be out Saturday. I forgot, ok. Resources: https://alabama.travel/places-to-go/gainesridge-dinner-club-2http://leepeacock201…

On this weeks episode Samantha tells Montana about her least favorite topic, a serial killer. Be prepared to get bates motel vibes from this episode. Resources:http://www.clarkprosecutor.org/html/death/US/whisenhant1212.htmhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Whisenhant#cite_note-:0-2

We're back at it with another bonus episode for spooky season, and this time we have ghost trains... or train stations. Grab your ghost train beer and buckle up for a choo chooing tragic time. Resources:https://www.rocketcitynow.com/article/news/local/haunted-huntsville-huntsville-train-depot-nixon-norman/525-c527bce2-5b5d-40d5-a8ef-6137d2bb6e72htt…