The Ghosty Girls
Just a paralegal, a bartender, and a nurse who love the paranormal, true crime, and all things weird, creepy and strange. 👻Episodes drop every Tuesday!
Sittin & Bullshittin' - Halloween 2026 Bonus Episode!
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Our favorite day of the year is FINALLY here! Happy Halloween, ghouls! Whether you are getting ready to go out in your costume or staying in watching scary movies and handing out candy, take a moment to relax and hang out with us while we discuss our favorite Halloween traditions and random paranormal and urban legend trivia! We hope you all have a wonderful Halloween, and please be safe ya'll. We love you!
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The Demonic Possession of Anneliese Michel
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In Mandy's very first episode, we dive into the disturbing and tragic case of Anneliese Michel, a young German woman whose alleged demonic possession shocked not only her home country, but the entire world. After experiencing horrifying seizures, disturbing visions, and increasingly frightening behaviors, Anneliese and her family became convinced that she was possessed by multiple demonic entities - including the devil himself. As Catholic priests performed dozens of exorcisms, her condition only got worse, ultimately leading to her death. Was Anneliese TRULY possessed, or was there a medical explanation behind her suffering?<...
The Greenbrier Ghost
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Have you ever wondered if a murder victim could return from the grave to expose her own killer? In this episode, we dive into the chilling true story of Zona Heaster Shue, a young woman from West Virginia whose mysterious death in 1897 became one of rural America's most famous ghost stories. After Zona's death, her mother claimed that her daughter's spirit appeared to her in a series of visits, revealing that her death may have been at the hands of the one you are supposed to trust the most - your spouse.
Jodi Arias: Part 4 - Mark Her Words
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Well Ghouls, we have finally reached the fourth and final installment of the Jodi Arias series - and this one is a doozy. Today, we are diving head first into the absolute circus of a trial, the dramatic courtroom testimony, and moments that shocked not only the jury, but the entire nation. Join us as we break down how this now infamous trial unfolded, and what happened to Jodi AFTER the cameras stopped rolling.
TODAY'S SOURCES INCLUDE:
Exposed: The Secret Life of Jodi Arias - Jane Velez-Mitchell
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Jodi Arias: Part 3 - Picture Perfect
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In Part 3 of our Jodi Arias series, we dive into the shocking and brutal murder of Travis Alexander, Jodi's bizarre behavior and her even more bizarre police interview, and the events that ultimately lead to her arrest. As the picture begins to come into focus, so do the secrets surrounding Jodi Arias.
TODAY'S SOURCES INCLUDE:
Exposed: The Secret Life of Jodi Arias - Jane Velez-Mitchell
https://murderpedia.org/female.A/images/arias-jodi/travis-alexander-autopsy-report.pdf
https://www.courttv.com/trials/arizona-v-jodi-arias-2013/
https://abcnews.com/a...
Justice Not Served: The Botched Execution of Christa Pike
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In 2026, convicted murderer Christa Pike, who was the youngest woman to ever be placed on death row, was finally scheduled to face the death penalty for the brutal 1995 murder of Colleen Slemmer. But what was supposed to be a controlled lethal injection turned into a disturbing and unprecedented ordeal when complications caused the execution to fail. In a shocking turn of events, Christa Pike received not one but TWO doses of the lethal drug pentobarbital - and survived.
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Jodi Arias: Part 2 - Dirty Little Secret
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In Part II of our deep dive into the Jodi Arias case, we take a closer look at the complicated, tumultuous, and completely toxic relationship between Jodi and Travis Alexander. What began as an intense romance soon catapulted into a volatile cycle of passion, jealousy, secrecy and heartbreak. As their relationship repeatedly fell apart and came back together, Travis tried to move on while Jodi desperately clung to whatever scraps she was given. Their final breakup would become a critical turning point for Jodi - one that would ultimately lead her to put...
Lil Devil - The Story Of Christa Pike: The Youngest Woman on Death Row
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On the night of January 12, 1995, a beautiful and kind-hearted young woman who had her entire life ahead of her was brutally attacked and murdered by a group of fellow students at the Tennessee Job Corps that can only be described as pure evil. Today, we dive into the cruel and senseless killing of Colleen Slemmer, and the ringleader who organized her demise: Christa Pike - the youngest woman in United States history to be placed on death row....all because of pure, mean-girl jealousy.
Today's Sources Include:
A Love T...
Jodi Arias: Part 1 - She's the One
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In Mandy's first official episode as a Ghosty Ghoul, we will visit the wild ride that is the Jodi Arias case. In Part I, we go back to the beginning. We explore Travis Alexander's childhood and the experiences that shaped him into the man that he would become, followed by Jodi Arias's early life and teenage years up until the point were their paths fatefully cross in September 2006 at a Pre Paid Legal business convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. Because before the obsession and the murder, we first must explore what led to...
Sunday Funday Bonus Episode (With podcast update!)
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SURPRISE BONUS EPISODE ALERT!
The Ghosty Girls Podcast is thrilled to announce the addition of a third Ghosty Ghoul! Hang out with us and get to know our new co-host Amanda (or, Mandy for short).
Amanda is very excited to join and has already hit the ground running with her research skills. She will not only be a wonderful addition to the podcast dynamic, but as a former psychiatric nurse, Amanda will also be able to provide us with some interesting insight into our cases! We are so excited...
The Shocking Murder of Dorothy Donovan
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In June of 1991, 70 year old Dorothy Donovan was brutally murdered inside her farmhouse in Harrington, Delaware. When her son Charles arrived home later that night, he told police a bizarre story about a violent hitchhiker who attempted to steal his vehicle, and also made off with Charles's screwdriver - the very same weapon used to murder his mother. For more than a decade, Dorothy's murder remained unsolved until 2005, when DNA testing led investigators straight to Dorothy's killer - and the results were a shock to the entire community.
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Live, Laugh, Lobotomy
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Hey, ya'll! The Ghosty Girls are taking a break this week in honor of Labor Day. We will also have some updates regarding the future direction of the podcast coming very soon, so be sure to stay tuned! Rest assured, no matter what happens, the show WILL go on. In the meantime, please enjoy an oldie but goodie from The Ghosty Girls vault. We will see you next Tuesday....but don't be one! - Christina
In today's episode, we dive into one of the most controversial and unsettling chapters in the...
The Ghosty Girls Dolly Parton Extravaganza!
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Due to overwhelming listener request, we have decided to take a break from true crime this week and give you an episode dedicated to Tennessee's one and only Dolly Rebecca Parton. Country star, philanthropist and humanitarian, Dolly Parton is one of, if not the most well loved human being in America and quite possibly, the world.
From extremely humble beginnings to eventually ruling the world with her huge platinum blonde wigs, dazzling rhinestone gowns, ample bosoms and kind heart, today we examine the life and cultural impact of a true idol...
Beauty and the Beach: The Kidnapping and Murder of Brittanee Drexel
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In April of 2009, 17 year old high school student Brittanee Drexel disappeared after sneaking off against her parents wishes to a spring break vacation with friends in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. What followed was 13 years of frantic searching and false leads until the case came to a heartbreaking conclusion in 2022. Today, we talk about the senseless and tragic case of Brittanee Drexel, and a mother's relentless persistence to find justice for her daughter.
Todays Sources Include:
https://www.brittsfoundation.org/our-story
https://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2018/11/22/the-disappearance-of-brittanee-drexel/
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The Murder of Lindsey Bonistall
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So guys - we totally planned on releasing a new episode today BUT when Christina went to edit, the file was corrupt. Womp, womp. Since we were both away this weekend and were unable to re-record in time, we are re-visiting an episode from the Ghosty Girls vault. Enjoy, and we will see you next Tuesday with a new episode! (P.S. we are sorry and please don't hate us!)
On Sunday, May 1st, 2005 around 2:45 am, Aetna Hose and Ladder firefighters responded to calls reporting smoke at 81 Thorn Lane, located at...
The 2009 Taconic State Parkway Disaster
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On July 26, 2009, Diane Schuler was driving her children and nieces home from a fun family weekend camping trip. But what should have been a routine drive turned into a devastating nightmare when Diane suddenly began behaving and driving erratically, ultimately entering the wrong side of the Taconic State Parkway and traveling directly into oncoming traffic. Within minutes, Diane struck another car head on at 85 miles per hour, claiming a total of eight lives, including her own.
In this episode, we discuss the events leading up to the crash, the evidence surrounding...
Pele: The Lore and Legends Behind Hawaii's Goddess of Fire
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Inspired by her recent trip to Hawaii, Alicia brings you the lore and the legends of Pele, the powerful goddess of fire, lava and creation. From ancient Hawaiian traditions to unexplainable modern day encounters, today we talk about stories of a mysterious woman walking across lava fields, eerie warnings before eruptions, and the infamous curse said to follow anyone who dares to take lava rocks from the islands.
Today's Sources Include:
https://www.nps.gov/state/hi/index.htm
https://www.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates
The Australian Shark Arm Murder
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Shark Week has come early this year, ya'll! Today, we are revisiting one straight from the depths of The Ghosty Girls vault! In this fan favorite episode, Alicia tells the story of a tiger shark who, after being acquired by an aquarium in Australia just weeks prior, threw up a perfectly intact human arm. But who did the arm belong to? And why was it so well preserved?
Today's Sources Include:
https://americanhandgunner.com/discover/james-smith-and-the-morbidly-curious-case-of-the-regurgitated-shark-arm/
https://time.com/archive/6896303/australia-shark-mystery/
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<...The Mysterious and Unsolved Disappearance of Devin Williams
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When 29 year old truck driver Devin Williams set out on what should have been another routine work trip, no one could have ever imagined that he would soon vanish without a trace. Shortly after his disappearance, bizarre stories began to emerge from witnesses who claimed to have seen Devin wandering around Tonto National Forest where his skull was ultimately found in 1997; two years after he was last seen. But what happened to Devin? Was it a freak accident? A mental break? Foul play? Lets talk about it!
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<...Evil Runs Through His Veins: The Story of Dr. John Schneeberger
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You're supposed to trust your medical provider, right? Well....not in this case. Meet Dr. John Schneeberger: Just your normal, average, mustached, friendly neighborhood physician. But as we all know, looks can be deceiving, and sometimes people are so evil that they can really make your blood run cold. In this episode, we explore the disturbing case of Dr. John Schneeberger, the elaborate, MacGyver-type lengths he went to conceal his vile crimes, and the investigation that finally exposed the man behind the trusted doctor's white coat.
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Class Action Park: The Story of America's Most Dangerous Amusement Park
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Action Park wasn't just a wholesome family amusement park - it became an infamous cautionary tale. In this episode, we dive into the absolutely ridiculous story of an All-American amusement park that was so dangerous, it became lovingly referred to as "Class Action Park" amongst park patrons and locals. From dangerous rides operated by teenagers and nonexistent management to countless injuries and fatalities, today we discuss how a beautiful vacation spot in Vernon, New Jersey turned into a tragic nightmare.
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Class Action Park - Available for s...
90 Day Nightmare: The Life and Crimes of Geoffrey Paschel
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Today, the worlds of true crime and trashy reality TV collide with the story of Geoffrey Paschel: A handsome and charismatic man who was cast on the popular TLC franchise "90 Day Fiance" chronicling his visit to Russia to meet his online girlfriend, Varya. But, as always, looks can be deceiving, and there was a much darker side of Geoffrey than what was portrayed to fans of the 90 Day franchise. Join us as we separate reality television from reality, and examine the life and crimes of Geoffrey Paschel.
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<...Happy Summer Break from The Ghosty Girls!
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Hey ghouls & boys! We are taking a much needed week off for summer break, but wanted to stop in to say how much we love you and thank you all for your support!
Be sure to take the time that you would have spent listening us to do something nice for yourself. Take care of you and each other! We will see you next Tuesday (but don't be one). Byeeeee!
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The Killdozer of Colorado
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In today's episode, we dive into one of the most bizarre acts of revenge in the United States - the 2004 "Killdozer" rampage in Granby, Colorado. After years of bitter disputes with locals and business owners, Marvin Heemeyer secretly transformed a bulldozer into a makeshift vehicle of mass destruction with the sole intent of wreaking havoc on those whom Marvin felt had wronged him. What followed was a devastating assault that left an entire town in ruins, and the residents questioning why.
Today's Sources Include:
https://www.skyhinews.com/in-depth/b...
What Really Happened to Kitty Kat West?
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When 42 year old Kathleen West was found dead in a pool of blood outside her home in Calera, Alabama, the circumstances surrounding her death immediately raised suspicions. Known online as "Kitty Kat West", she had built a large group of adoring and loyal fans, but was something sinister going on in her private life? What happened to Kitty Kat West? Was it a lovers quarrel gone wrong, or a tragic accident?
Today's Sources Include:
Autopsy: The Mysterious Death of Kat West (Available for streaming on Peacock)
48 Hours...
The Black Dahlia: Part 2 - Theories & Conspiracies
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In Part 2 of our Black Dahlia series, we will explore the many theories and conspiracies behind the most infamous unsolved murder in Hollywood history. Who killed Elizabeth Short? Was it a doctor.....a scorned lover.....a jealous female.....a cult leader? The possibilities are endless - Lets talk about it!
Today's Sources Include:
https://everything-everywhere.com/the-black-dahlia-murder/
https://www.thereallosangelestours.com/crime-seen-the-black-dahlia/
https://www.vault.fbi.gov - Black Dahlia (E. Short) FOIA files
https://crimereads.com/pop-cultures-black-dahlia-obsession/
https://crimereads.com...
Love Has Won - The Cult of Mother God, Colloidal Silver, and the Spirit of Robin Williams
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On April 29, 2021, police entered 4 Alcedo Court in Crestone, Colorado in response to a complaint that members of a group called “Love Has Won” were residing at the home of Michael Lamboy without permission. In a back bedroom, they discover the mummified, blue corpse of a VERY emaciated female. The corpse was found wearing heavy glitter eyeshadow, and was wrapped in a sleeping bag covered with twinkling Christmas lights. The corpse was later identified as 45 year old cult leader, Amy Carlson aka “Mother God”.
What turned a seemingly normal, successful mother into one of t...
The Black Dahlia: Part 1 - Who was Elizabeth Short?
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You've all heard about the "Black Dahlia" case, but do you really know the story behind the actual woman who was brutally mutilated and murdered in Los Angeles in 1947?
Today we explore the background of Elizabeth Short; a charismatic, beautiful and sultry budding actress whose career and life were tragically cut short by a monster who has, to this day, never been identified.
In the first of this two part series, we talk about where Elizabeth came from, the discovery of her mutilated corpse, and the initial investigation into...
A Secret Beneath the Waterbed: The Murder of Maddie Clifton
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In November of 1998, 8 year old Maddie Clifton vanished without a trace from her home in a quiet, suburban neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida, setting off a massive search effort that captured national attention. For an entire week, investigators, family, friends, neighbors and volunteers searched desperately for any sign of little Maddie - completely unaware that the truth was hidden just across the street from her home underneath a teenager's waterbed.
Today's Sources Include:
https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/fl-district-court-of-appeal/1276072.html
https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2025/06/10/maddies-sentence-was-final-family-of-8...
Murder By Chatroom
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This week's episode is full of twists and turns, and is proof that truth can sometimes be stranger than fiction. Today, we examine a case that shows the horrors of giving teenagers unrestricted and unmonitored internet access, and is a great reminder to all of us that you can't ever really be sure who exactly you are talking to on the internet...
Today's Sources Include:
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2004/may/29/crime.uknews
https://www.smh.com.au/world/boy-used-chat-room-to-get-himself-killed-20040530-gdj0ya.html
https://www...
The Kidnapping and Murder of Athena Strand
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In this week's heart wrenching episode, we examine the tragic and senseless murder of 7 year old Athena Strand, and the absolute demon who was convicted of killing her: Fed-Ex driver, Tanner Horner who was paid to deliver a package that contained a Christmas gift for the young girl. This is truly one of the most horrifying and disturbing child murder cases in recent true crime history, so listener discretion is strongly advised.
Today's Sources Include:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/05/06/what-happened-athena-strand-tanner-horner-death-penalty/89959135007/
https://www.wgrz.com/a...
Dalia & Mike Dippolito: Part 3 - Five Thousand Percent Sure
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Well guys and ghouls, we have reached the conclusion of our Dalia and Mike Dippolito extravaganza! Today we have TONS of audio clips for your listening enjoyment. We also talk about the trial(s), the aftermath, and what both Dalia and Mike are up to currently. We are "5,000% sure" you will need to hold onto your butts because, as always, this story is absolutely batshit insane!
Today's Sources Include:
https://vocal.media/criminal/a-very-floridian-crime-story
https://youtu.be/9QUcXLM-ifU
https://youtu.be/BLDVjydhJA0
https...
Dalia & Mike Dippolito: Part 2 - Sweet But Psycho
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It's time for Part 2 of the Dalia & Mike Dippolito shit show extravaganza! Today we talk about Dalia's pregnancy (which was as fake as Dalia herself is), her murder for hire plot, poisonous Starbies, and the fact that we are 5,000 percent sure that this woman is a total nut job.
Today's Sources Include:
https://vocal.media/criminal/a-very-floridian-crime-story
https://youtu.be/9QUcXLM-ifU
https://youtu.be/BLDVjydhJA0
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Dalia & Mike Dippolito: Part 1 - Two Of Hearts
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In Part 1 of Alicia's very first 3-parter, we dive into the back story behind infamous Florida couple, Dalia & Mike Dippolito. From adulterous origins to a whirlwind wedding, to police raids and murder - this case has it all. Buckle up ya'll, because you are in for one wild ride!
Today's Sources Include:
https://vocal.media/criminal/a-very-floridian-crime-story
https://youtu.be/9QUcXLM-ifU
https://youtu.be/BLDVjydhJA0
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The Oslo Plaza Woman - The Mysterious Death of "Jennifer Fairgate"
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In 1995, a mysterious and elegant woman checked into one of Oslo, Norway's most upscale hotels and left behind a baffling puzzle that true crime sleuths are still trying to piece together to this day.
Join us today as we dive into the eerie case of "Jennifer Fairgate" - an unidentified woman found dead in a hotel room by a gunshot wound to the forehead. But was it murder or suicide? And most importantly, who WAS the woman at the Oslo Plaza Hotel?
Today's Sources Include:
"A Death...
Happy Spring Break From The Ghosty Girls!
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Hey ghouls! So in light of spring break, we figured we would take one ourselves! After doing this podcast for almost two years and almost one hundred episodes in, we figured we deserve a little break this week. And so do YOU! Take a break from podcasts and murder - go outside, touch grass, steal a Cadbury Egg from your kid's Easter basket, and RELAX.
We will see you next Tuesday (but don't be one) with more of the content ya'll weirdos love. Happy Spring Break! - Christina & Alicia
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"Oops if he wasn't" - The Story of Angela Simpson and the Barbaric Murder of Terry Neely
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On the morning of August 5, 2009, firefighters responded to a fire in a residential trash bin behind the Covenant of Grace Church in Phoenix, Arizona. The shocking contents of the trash bin led investigators to a woman with a level of derangement and detachment so extreme that it left authorities absolutely stunned.
Today, we discuss the absolutely horrific murder of Terry Neely at the hands of a real-life monster, Angela Simpson.
Today's Sources Include:
Signs of a Psychopath - S5 E7: "I'm Gonna Recycle a Snitch" (Available for...
The Sticky Bandits - The True Story of The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist
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It's time for a light-hearted one today, guys! In this episode, Alicia brings you the story of a group of REAL LIFE sticky bandits - a criminal ring responsible for siphoning sweet (and expensive) maple syrup from a strategic reserve in Quebec, Canada between the years 2011 and 2012. So toast up an Eggo, drench it in some sizzurp, and hang with us while we talk about something that doesn't involve murder for a change!
Today's Sources Include:
https://time.com/7200222/maple-syrup-heist-the-stickyamazon/
https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/great-canadian-maple-syrup-heist
<...Dorothea Puente - Part 3: A Nightmare on F Street (with special guest, Chris4Reel4Real!)
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Welp, we have finally reached the finale of our Dorothea Puente extravaganza! Today we talk about the horrors uncovered at 1426 F Street, Dorothea's escape, her capture, and the infamous trial of the "Death House Landlady". As promised, we will discuss the so-bad-it's-good Tubi movie "Dorothea" with special guest (and our favorite Horror Daddy) Chris4Reel4Real! You don't want to miss this one!
Today's Sources Include:
The Bone Garden - William P. Wood
Worst Roommate Ever - Season 1, Episode 1 (Available for streaming on Netflix)
https...
Dorothea Puente - Part 2: Digging A Lot Of Holes
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Who's ready for Part 2 of our Dorothea Puente series? Today, we discuss Dorothea's boarding house from hell - a home that was supposed to offer shelter, stability and compassion to the elderly, disabled and vulnerable residents of Sacramento, California. But beneath the lace curtains of the historic Victorian home at 1426 F Street, and underneath the warm, grandmotherly smile of the landlord, was something far more sinister.
Today's Sources Include:
The Bone Garden - William P. Wood
Worst Roommate Ever - Season 1, Episode 1 (Available for streaming on Netflix)<...
