Best Rob Dykes Podcasts (2024)

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Change is coming to Powering Travel 1:16

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Powering Travel is changing to best serve you! On this feed, you’ll find exclusive stand-alone content that offers insights into the ever-evolving travel industry. We’ll be breaking down complex topics and providing insights and inspiration to help you grow your business. You’ll be hearing about a range of topics from expert voices across the indus…

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Highs, Horrors, and Haunting Tales: A Look at Extreme Behavior and Unsettling Encounters 26:22

2M ago26:22

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3 Horrific Things People Did While High | SS #75 In this episode, we examine three drug users who took being high to a totally new and terrifying level. Rob highlights the harrowing consequences of drug use through disturbing real-life stories. It begins with Ricky Castle, whose descent into drug addiction and occult activities ultimately culminate…

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The Twisted Secrets of Eugene Butler & The Unsettling Disappearance of Angela Hammond 24:39

3M ago24:39

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▶ The Twisted Secrets of Eugene Butler | SERIOUSLY STRANGE #137 Eugene Butler proved to be more than just a little quiet or a tad bit strange. He proved to harbor a dark secret within his home that would shock his community and beyond. ▶ He Had to WATCH Her Get TAKEN | The Disappearance of Angela Hammond | SERIOUSLY STRANGE #138 Explore the chillin…

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Beyond amenities: Delivering Premier Host-level experiences 27:55

3M ago27:55

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Guest Host Becca Glenn, Director of Partner Success for Vacation Rentals is joined by Mary Beth Miles, CEO of Vacation Rental Collective. Becca and Mary Beth sit down to talk all things vacation rentals, and how to create unforgettable experiences for guests. In a post-pandemic world, guest expectations of vacation rentals have shifted. Today, trav…

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Traditional to tech-driven: A look at revenue management 37:52

4M ago37:52

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Guest host Mike Grubler, Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Expedia Group, is joined by Kerry Mack for this episode on revenue management in hospitality. Kerry is an expert in the space, and is currently the Chief Revenue Officer at Highgate, where she has worked for over eighteen years. Mike and Kerry discuss why revenue management in th…

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The intersection of tech and travel 33:35

4M ago33:35

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Wondering how new technology like AI will impact travel? In this episode, guest host Richard Kocher, Senior Director of Media Insights and Planning at Expedia Group, is joined by travel journalist Siew Hoon Yeoh to discuss the role of technology in travel. Siew Hoon is the founder of Web in Travel, and has been covering the impact of tech on the tr…

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S2 | Ep11 | Christy Van Dyke | Good hUman Stories 1:17:41

4M ago1:17:41

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By Rob

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First Female Serial Killer, The Real Life Buffalo Bill & The Casanova Killer 27:45

4M ago27:45

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Belle Gunness [NEVER CAUGHT] | SERIAL KILLER FILES #12 Say hello to the first female serial killer of the series. And she was never caught! Belle Gunness was a Norwegian-American serial killer born in 1859. She gained notoriety in the early 20th century for luring men through Lonely Hearts ads and matrimonial agencies to her farm in La Porte, India…

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Inspiring 2024 travel with tech, experiences, and growth 18:10

5M ago18:10

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Brandon is back to host this episode of Powering Travel! Join him and Ariane Gorin, President of Expedia for Business at Expedia Group, for a great discussion on the state of the travel industry, how Expedia is enabling their partners to capture the demand of the growing middle class, and the importance of accessing this new segment of travelers. A…

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The Tragic Deaths of Innocent Children | ANATOMY OF MURDER 28:08

5M ago28:08

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In this podcast: An American Honor Killing, the horrifying UNSOLVED Girl Scout Murders, the tragic death of Judith Barsi, and the sad story of Holly Jones. 1. An American HONOR KILLING | ANATOMY OF MURDER #9 A fun-loving teenage girl murdered in the name of "honor"... Palestina Zein "Tina" Isa was an American teenage girl murdered in an honor killi…

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Paving the way to net zero 28:20

5M ago28:20

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What is the lodging industry doing to achieve decarbonization and net zero? Aditi Mohapatra, VP Global Social Impact & Sustainability, sits down with Xavier Guillemin, VP Global Sales Sustainability at Accor, Europe's largest hospitality company, to find out! Xavier gives his insights on the lodging industry's pursuit of decarbonization and net-zer…

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S2 | Ep10 | JR Caputo | Good hUman Stories 1:14:18

5M ago1:14:18

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By Rob

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MASSACRE at McDONALDS and The Choke & Stroke Killer 28:37

5M ago28:37

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MASSACRE at MCDONALD'S - James Huberty | ANATOMY OF MURDER #5 45 customers inside a McDonald's restaurant had no idea that their lives were about to change...and end. Some events go to show that tragedy can come at just about any time at any place. A man with a deep seething hatred for society. A family life that could be considered anything but no…

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From inspiration to booking: How travelers purchase 33:13

6M ago33:13

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Is there a typical path to purchase when it comes to booking travel? Join guest host Richard Kocher, Senior Director, Media Insights & Planning, as he interviews Cheryl Miller, Senior Vice President of B2B Marketing at Expedia Group. Cheryl has extensive experience in marketing and go-to-market initiatives for large tech companies, and together, th…

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S2 | Ep9 | Phil Jungwirth | Good hUman Stories 52:23

6M ago52:23

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Welcome to season two! Our first guest of the year who we recorded actually in December is none other than the sexiest voice in mortgages Phil Jungwirth! We are still confused about how to start these 9 episodes in A first for the GH podcast, first time meeting a guest in person for both of us Phil shares his hilarious story about getting threatene…

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S1 | Ep8 | Christmas Special | Good hUman Stories (ELVES!!) 50:02

7M ago50:02

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Merry Christmas from Rob & Justin! We are here with a special Christmas episode where we talk about... We shout out our biggest fan K Cookie! aka Keara Cooke Thanks for your support Keara. Strange noises in the office today We talk about the making of our ridiculous Elf videos we made. We talk about the year in real estate and recap our business fo…

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Season 3: Unpacking the Travel Industry 0:52

7M ago0:52

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Join Brandon and an expert roster of guest hosts as they uncover what recent breakthroughs in technology mean for travel. From Gen AI to innovative new security features, the travel space is rapidly evolving – and we have a front row seat. Tune in this season to uncover how these innovations can help you and your business grow in 2024! Powering Tra…

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S1 | Ep7 | Jim Dhillon | Good hUman Stories 38:45

7M ago38:45

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On this weeks episode... Our guest is Jim Dhillon Aka Windermere Jim We talk about branding and how good Justin's branding is Jim shares his opinion on the market and shares some stats Jim shares his crazy real estate story Pet Peeves! Jim lets loose & a REALTOR Psa Justin gets his tires pumped big time in this episode. (Insert eyeroll emoji) We fi…

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Expedia Talks: Michael Dykes, VP, Market Management, Asia-Pacific 46:07

7M ago46:07

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What happens when as an eight-year-old, you are moved from Okinawa to Indiana, two more contrasting places you couldn’t imagine? Well, for half-Japanese-half-American Michael Dykes, it was definitely “jarring”, but it taught him some valuable life lessons which have stood him in good stead in both his career and life. The Vice President, Market Man…

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S1 | Ep6 | Inspector Matthew Daniele | Good hUman Stories 40:01

7M ago40:01

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On this weeks episode we have... Inspector Matt on the podcast with a buyers choice Our first video episode with the intro!!! We talk real estate and Matt’s introduction into his retirement job at the ripe age of 39. We talk about how we met and soccer and what its like to be old guys running around We are looking for sponsors! Metamucil hit us up!…

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Expedia Talks: Rob Torres, SVP, Media Solutions 19:19

7M ago19:19

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Like many key figures in travel and hospitality, Rob Torres, Senior Vice President of Media Solutions at Expedia Group has seen the industry shift and evolve over time, with technology driving most of the change in the last couple of decades. In this episode of Expedia Talks, we ask Rob about the lessons he has collected and curated over the years …

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Expedia Talks: Karen Bolda, SVP, Product & Technology 35:21

7M ago35:21

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In this episode of Expedia Talks, we ask Karen about what drew her to the intersection of travel and technology. We also chat about her first startup and how Expedia acquired it all those years ago. Then, Karen gets candid about the formative years that brought her to Expedia, before answering today's most pressing question - what's a human quality…

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Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: Neptune's Fancy (written by Vincent V. Cava) 1:00:50

7M ago1:00:50

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Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: Neptune's Fancy by Vincent V. Cava | CREEPYPASTA #6 NEPTUNE'S FANCY: Part ONE | SCARY STORY READING #6A (Vincent V. Cava) A crew of fishermen hauls up something they weren't expecting... NEPTUNE'S FANCY: Part TWO | SCARY STORY READING #6B (Vincent V. Cava) After capturing a strange merwoman, a crew agrees to bring …

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Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: There's Something TERRIBLY Wrong with My Son 36:32

7M ago36:32

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There's Something TERRIBLY Wrong with My Son (Part 1) | CREEPYPASTA #5 A man realizes there's something very disturbing about his infant son... There's Something TERRIBLY Wrong with My Son (Part 2) | CREEPYPASTA #5 A father finds the devastating conclusion to what's wrong with his son... Send us a Text Message. Please Support the SHOW by donating t…

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S1 | Ep5 | Celebrity run ins | Good hUman Stories 22:13

7M ago22:13

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WE HAVE A FREAKING INTRO!! ◦ That's right, Rob made a wicked intro for the podcast & it's live! let us know your thoughts ◦ The boys talk about their job history pre real estate ◦ This leads into Justin's security job & his celebrity stories ◦ "grab his leg and do not let go" ◦ "Did Taylor see me hit my head?" 😂 ◦ Rob's first job and how shitty it …

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Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: The Blood Keeper (ft. CreepsMcPasta) 27:27

7M ago27:27

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The Blood Keeper (Ft. CreepsMcPasta) | CREEPYPASTA #4 A young man decides to have a little fun in a cemetery one night, but things take a turn when he notices a light coming from the gravedigger's utility shed... Send us a Text Message. Please Support the SHOW by donating today! Support the Show. To watch each episode in video format, visit Rob Gav…

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Expedia Talks: Greg Schulze, SVP of Strategic Travel Partners & Hari Nair, SVP and General Manager, Lodging Marketplace 40:34

7M ago40:34

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As a company, Expedia Group is no stranger to change - the company has been through many shifts in the travel and hospitality industry, from technological booms to slumps in the global economy, to the current AI revolution amidst a worldwide recovery phase. Similarly, two travel veterans, Greg Schulze, SVP of Strategic Travel Partners and Hari Nair…

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Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: One for the Road, Sniff & Immortal 27:55

8M ago27:55

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One for the Road, Sniff & Immortal | CREEPYPASTA #1-3 One for the Road (11:44) by Michael Whitehouse (read the story here) A struggling alcoholic soon finds that his addiction may be the least of his worries... Sniff (6:30) by Michael Whitehouse (read the story here) A man spends a night at his aunt's house, but her home hides a dark secret... Immo…

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S1 | Ep4 | Janine McDannold | Good hUman stories 30:05

8M ago30:05

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This week... Janine!! Everyone's favourite home measurer! ◦ Shortish episode this week ◦ Janine works with lots of realtors ◦ She tells a couple of hilarious real estate stories ◦ Squatters ◦ "Is it in there?!" ◦ Why is there always a cat and weird people in real estate stories ◦ Janine talks about her pet peeves with realtors Janine's Good hUman n…

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People Witnessing a Murder Do NOTHING (Kitty Genovese) & The Vicious Murders of Anna Brackett and Annie Le 28:03

8M ago28:03

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Anatomy of Murder is a Seriously Strange true crime subseries that examines the different types of murder that don’t qualify for Serial Killer Files. Join Rob Gavagan as he delves into the details of chilling cases from all over the world. From mass murderers to spree killers to unsolved homicide, Anatomy of Murder is not for the faint of heart. Pe…

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Expedia Talks: Alfonso Paredes, SVP, Commercial Partnerships, Expedia Group 11:09

8M ago11:09

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Expedia Group rolled out a few partnerships recently – SoFi, Mastercard, and WalmartPlusTravel.com. By enabling giant retailers like these, do they risk losing business on the B2C side of things? And what does it take to form lasting partnerships in today's travel and hospitality scene? On the first episode of Expedia Talks, a special series powere…

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The Most Twisted SERIAL KILLERS You've Never Heard Of 30:01

8M ago30:01

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An American Psychopath (Carl Panzram) and The Black Magic Serial Killer (Ahmad Suradji). Let's open the Serial Killer Files... CARL PANZRAM: The Most Twisted Serial Killer You’ve Never Heard Of | SKF #36 Carl Panzram — a man of many names, and many victims. The most twisted serial killer you’ve never heard of... Before he was executed in 1930, Carl…

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S1 | Ep3 | Ben Loates Part 1 | Good hUman Stories 53:14

8M ago53:14

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We talked about so much in this episode it’s impossible to capture it all here so hear a few of the highlights. ◦ The most mediocre podcast ◦ Ben’s sick hat ◦ Ben’s family trip ◦ The great house trade of 2023 ◦ Ben’s famous personas, and one you haven’t met. ◦ How we all met ◦ The best real estate story ever. “Piano Fingers”…

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S1 | Ep2 | Luke Ruttle | Good hUman stories 31:20

8M ago31:20

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◦We still don’t have an intro yet. ◦Please don’t sue us Oilers radio show ◦Not a family show ◦Recap first oilers game and the trauma that accompanied it ◦Luke’s neighbours are Vancouver fans unfortunately for him. ◦Is this gonna be the year? Probably not. ◦Little walk down memory lane for the decade of darkness and Justins season ticket woes ◦Is th…

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BTK Killer (Dennis Rader), LUST Killer (Jerry Brudos) & Soviet Serial Killer (Anatoly Slivko) 23:52

8M ago23:52

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► BTK Killer - Dennis Rader | SERIAL KILLER FILES #7 Dennis Rader is a serial killer known as BTK, the BTK Strangler, or the BTK Killer. Between 1974 and 1991, Rader killed ten people in Kansas and sent taunting letters to police and newspapers describing the details of his crimes. Let's open the serial killer file... ► Jerry Brudos - The LUST Kill…

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S1| Ep1 | Welcome to Good hUman Stories 27:47

8M ago27:47

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Welcome to the Good hUman Stories podcast, where we navigate the treacherous waters of our relentless search for good hUmans in a world that often feels like a chaotic circus. It's been quite the adventure for us to even get this podcast off the ground, riddled with mishaps & more plot twists than a telenovela. But, here we are, ready to spill the …

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10 CRAZIEST (and Most Creative) Heists of All Time & 5 Very Dumb Criminals 24:01

9M ago24:01

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► 10 CRAZIEST (and Most Creative) Heists of All Time | TT #48 Earning an honest living can take a lot of work. So can robbing a bank. 0:00 Introduction 0:33 10. LOVE OF THE ARTS (Stéphane Breitwieser) 2:10 9. DUMBEST CATCH (Joshua Tel Warner) 3:18 8. FALL FROM THE TOP (George Leonidas Leslie) 4:47 7. WITHOUT A TRACE (Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum…

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10 Terrifyingly True HALLOWEEN Tragedies & Deal Corll THE CANDY MAN 31:04

9M ago31:04

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10 Terrifyingly TRUE Halloween Tragedies | TWISTED TENS #30 In this countdown, we examine 10 terrifying events that occurred on Halloween... 10. The Candyman 9. Trick or Treat Murder 8. Ghost at the Door 7. Unwanted Intruder 6. Stalked 5. Kennedy Killer 4. Innocence Stolen 3. Ritual Killing 2. Halloween Rampage 1. Icy Waters THE CANDY MAN - Dean Co…

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The Robison Family Murders, Cheshire Home Invasion Murders & Bow & Arrow Murderer 31:13

9M ago31:13

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► The Robison Family Murders [UNSOLVED] | ANATOMY OF MURDER #3 The Robison Family took off for an extended vacation and were all brutally murdered in their cottage. Investigations only lead to more questions and the revelation of dark dealings. The Robison family murders, also referred to as the Good Hart murders, were the mass murders of Richard R…

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Serial Killers: The Boogey Man, Vampire of Düsseldorf, Monster of the Andes & Beast of Ukraine 29:20

9M ago29:20

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Serial Killer Files: The Boogey Man, Vampire of Düsseldorf, Monster of the Andes & Beast of Ukraine ► The Infamous ALBERT FISH | ANATOMY OF MURDER #10 An old man no one suspected of being a horrific murderer and cannibal. One of the most sickening serial killers of all time... ► Peter Kürten - The Vampire of Düsseldorf | SERIAL KILLER FILES #2 Pete…

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UNSOLVED Serial Killers: Charlie Chop-off, The Black Doodler & The Atlanta Ripper 26:32

9M ago26:32

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► The UNSOLVED [?] Case of Charlie Chop-off | #SERIALKILLERFILES #44 It was a rainy day in March of 1972 when eight-year-old Douglas Owens was running errands. He would never make it back from this outing. That day his body would be found on a rooftop just two blocks from his home in Harlem, New York City. The young boy had been stabbed 38 times. H…

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Serial Killers: Monster of the Rivers, The Green River Killer & The Killer Lobster Boy 27:53

10M ago27:53

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► Arthur Shawcross - Monster of the Rivers | SERIAL KILLER FILES #13 Released from prison after murdering TWO children. Can you believe it? Arthur John Shawcross, also known as the Genesee River Killer, was an American serial killer active in Rochester, New York from 1972 through 1989. Shawcross's first known murders took place in his hometown of W…

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Serial Killers: The Chessboard Killer, Dating Game Killer & Video Game Murderers 27:06

10M ago27:06

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► The CHESSBOARD Killer | SERIAL KILLER FILES #21 Alexander Yuryevich Pichushkin, also known as "The Chessboard Killer," is a Russian serial killer. He is believed to have killed between 49-60 people from 1992 to 2006 in Southwest Moscow's Bitsa Park, where a number of the victims' bodies were found. Let's open the serial killer file... ► DATING GA…

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3 Luckiest UNLUCKIEST People EVER & 5 People Who DIED After Winning the Lottery 28:01

10M ago28:01

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► 3 Luckiest UNLUCKIEST People EVER | SERIOUSLY STRANGE #22 It's commonly said that a person makes their own luck. I'm not exactly too sure about that... 0:37 Unsinkable 4:13 Dropping In 7:03 Human Lightning Rod ► 5 People Who DIED After Winning the Lottery | SERIOUSLY STRANGE #76 In this countdown, we examine 5 people with great...and awful luck. …

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10 Unbelievable Things Sent in the Mail & 3 Crazy Prison Escapes 24:47

10M ago24:47

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► 10 Unbelievable Things Sent in the Mail | TWISTED TENS #28 Usually, we love getting mail. But not all of us! In this countdown, we examine some terrifyingly terrible packages. 0:29 10. Severed Ear (fan of Jared Leto) 1:37 9. Suspicious Package (The Unabomber) 4:09 8. Children (Charlotte May Pierstorff) 5:55 7. Dead Shark (fan of the Jonas Brother…

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The Most SHOCKING Things People Do to Their Bodies & Most UNREAL Diet & Fashion Trends 38:50

10M ago38:50

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► UNBELIEVABLE Things People Do to Their Bodies | SS #81 From crazy body modifications to other things that just may make you cringe... 0:36 Tradition 2:22 Serpent Tongue (Dustin Allor) 3:36 Meat Hook (Body Suspension) 4:58 The Beast Within: Lizardman (Erik Sprague), Stalking Cat (Dennis Avner), Parrotman (Ted Richards) 6:52 The Real Red Skull (Hen…

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What Would Happen if You Had a Brain Transplant? Should We Change or ERASE Memories? 32:11

10M ago32:11

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► What Would Happen if You Had a Brain Transplant? Could you survive a brain transplant? And if so, would you really want to survive it? ► Should We Change or ERASE Memories? Could the end of emotional pain be just a few zaps away? ► 3 Bizarre Cases of Amnesia You'll Never Forget | SS #37 Who would have thought that one's greatest mystery could be …

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10 Scary Facts You Didn't Know About Nuclear Bombs & 5 Earth-Crushing Natural Disasters That Could Happen TOMORROW 24:49

10M ago24:49

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► 10 Scary Facts You Didn't Know About Nuclear Bombs | SCARY LITTLE THINGS #1 Hiroshima and Nagasaki were horrific and devastating. But there's plenty more to be afraid of now. 0:33 10. Little Boy 1:11 9. Overkill 1:34 8. Loose Nukes 2:12 7. Burn Patterns 2:34 6. Light Show 3:00 5. High Alert 3:16 4. Shadows of Memories 3:43 3. Nuclear Winter 4:09 …

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10 TERRIFYING JAPANESE & EUROPEAN URBAN LEGENDS 23:52

10M ago23:52

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► 5 TERRIFYING JAPANESE URBAN LEGENDS | SS #96 Japanese culture has some horrifying legends you may keep the lights on for... Teke-Teke Cow Head Kappa The Red Room Snake Women (Nura Onna) ► 5 CREEPY EUROPEAN URBAN LEGENDS | SS #102 Rob discusses some creepy characters haunting European folklore...could they be real? Strigoi - Troubled spirits that …

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3 REAL Disturbing Horror Stories & 5 Nightmarish Cabin Vacation Horror Stories 24:44

10M ago24:44

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► 3 REAL Disturbing Horror Stories from Reddit | INTO THE DARK #3 Here are some freaky experiences people have had... 0:33 Faces In The Window 3:29 Gas Station Creep 10:21 Elevator Down ► 5 Nightmarish Cabin Vacation Horror Stories | TRUTH OR TALE? #2 Everyone loves a little getaway. But death isn't one of the things you can exactly get away from. …

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