Something Wicked

Happy Halloween, my lovelies! In this special episode of Something Wicked, we're taking a trip through the darker corners of folklore to meet four creatures guaranteed to make you reconsider going outside after sunset. From England's ominous Black Shuck and Orkney's skinless Nuckelavee to Ireland's headless Dullahan and Southeast Asia's terrifying Pontianak, we're digging into the legends, history, and alleged eyewitness encounters behind these nightmares. Expect supernatural horror, disturbing anatomy, questionable survival strategies, and my usual inappropriate commentary. Grab your candy, turn down the lights, and enjoy the madness. And to my brothers and sisters of the craft, blessed Samhain!<...

History is full of strange traditions, bizarre beliefs, and people making some truly spectacular decisions. In this episode of Something Wicked, we're diving into the wonderfully unhinged side of the past, from medieval animal trials and Victorian safety coffins to ghost photography, dead kittens getting married, and ancient Egyptian mummies becoming public entertainment. It's creepy, ridiculous, historically fascinating, and proof that humanity has been completely off its rocker for centuries. Grab some popcorn, embrace the madness, and let's git it!
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Grave robbing was such a problem in the 19th century that locks, guards, and iron cages weren't always enough - so some people decided to fight back... with explosives. In this short and delightfully morbid episode, we're diving into the bizarre history of coffin torpedoes, resurrection men, and the ingenious ways grieving families tried to make sure their dearly departed stayed exactly where they put them. Because sometimes, even the dead get the last laugh.
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What happens when a human skull decides it lives with you now? This week, we travel through England’s bizarre folklore of “screaming skulls”—human remains said to bring storms, strange noises, bad luck, and outright chaos whenever someone tries to remove them from the homes they’ve claimed as their own. From Theophilus Brome and Bettiscombe Manor to Wardley Hall, Burton Agnes, Calgarth, and the wonderfully unhinged legend of Dickie, we separate documented history from centuries of supernatural storytelling and ask why these skulls were kept in English homes in the first place. The lesson? If the creepy old skull has...

In the final chapter of Comrade Kool-Aid, we enter Jonestown itself, where Jim Jones’ promised socialist paradise has become a nightmare of isolation, surveillance, fear, and control. We follow daily life inside the commune, Congressman Leo Ryan’s fateful visit, the attack at the Port Kaituma airstrip, and the devastating events of November 18, 1978, when more than 900 people—including hundreds of children—lost their lives. We’ll also examine the infamous “Death Tape” and play a brief excerpt, with a clear warning and skip point beforehand for anyone who would rather not hear it. This is the story behind the punchline, the people beh...

In part 2 of Comrade Kool-Aid, we pick up the story in 1961, as Jim Jones' growing paranoia begins to transform the People's Temple from a seemingly progressive church into something far more controlling and dangerous. As Jones tightens his grip, loyalty becomes obedience, manipulation intensifies, and his followers are drawn further away from their families and the outside world. From relocation and growing political influence to increasingly disturbing methods of control, we follow the road that eventually leads thousands of miles away - to the jungles of Guyana and the beginnings of a place called Jonestown. The tragedy hasn't happened yet...

Good news everyone! After an unexpected five month hiatus, Something Wicked returns!
In part one of our deep dive into Jim Jones and the People's Temple, we trace the origins of one of history's most infamous cult leaders. Long before the headlines, before Jonestown, and before the phrase "drinking the Kool-Aid" became part of everyday language, there was a charismatic preacher who convinced thousands that he alone held all the answers.
How does an idealistic movement become absolute control? How does faith become manipulation? And how does one man gain enough influence to lead hundreds of people toward...

Is Skinwalker Ranch the biggest hoax on television... or the most brilliant example of modern myth-making? This week on Something Wicked, We dive into the folklore, UFO sightings, cattle mutilations, government whispers, billionaire backers, and television editing behind The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch. From Navajo legend to military airspace to the psychology of belief, we peel back the layers to as the real question: are we looking at portals... or at ourselves? Strap in. It's aliens, algorithms, and human nature. Happy listening.
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A quiet lover's lane. A cryptic symbol. Letters that turned fear into a media spectacle. In this episode, we take you deep into the unsolved case of the Zodiac Killer - one of the most infamous unidentified murders in American history. From the first attacks on secluded couples to the taunting letters and ciphers sent to newspapers, we break down the crimes, the psychology, the investigations, and the suspects.
We examine the evidence, behavioral patterns, and modern interpretations - including insights and claims discussed in the Netflix documentary "This is the Zodiac Speaking" - and explore why Arthur Leigh...

Hello my lovelies! Tune in for another extra spooky storytime! Happy listening.
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Before Christmas had nativity, it had candles, feasts, and chaos. In this episode, Lori and Tori explore Saturnalia, Yule, the Winter Solstice, and how the Catholic Church rebranded ancient Pagan traditions into Christmas. Witchy, historical, sarcastic, and warm-hearted, this episode untangles the real roots of the season - because the light has always belonged to everyone. Happy listening!
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This week on Something Wicked we take you through the full, brutal saga of Elizabeth Short, aka The Black Dahlia. Her childhood shaped by illness and abandonment, he Hollywood-sized ambitions, her messy love life, and the move to LA that became the hinge of history. Then we plunge into the infamous 1947 murder that stunned the nation: the discovery of her bisected body, the media frenzy that followed, the chaotic police investigation, and the long list of suspects ranging from sketchy boyfriends to surgeons with way too much free time.
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Tune in tonight for a extra special spoopy story time! Happy Halloween my lovelies! And as always, Happy listening.
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Tonight, we're sinking our teeth into one of the most enduring legends in human history: the vampire. From the blood-soaked myths of Eastern Europe, to the glittery chaos of modern pop culture, vampires have evolved from terrifying revenants to seductive icons - and they've left a permanent mark on our fears, our fantasies, and even our fashion.
Join your hosts Lori and Tori, as we unravel the dark origins of the vampire myth, explore how real historical figures like Vlad the Impaler inspired centuries of horror, and trace how these creatures of the night have shaped everything from gothic...

Halloween - the one night we celebrate sugar, scares, and suspiciously bad decisions. But in 1974, one Texas dad turned every parent's worse nightmare into a horrifying reality. Ronald Clark O'Bryan - later dubbed "The Man Who Killed Halloween" - murdered his own son with a poisoned Pixy Stick, and in doing so, murdered the innocence of Halloween itself.
In this chilling episode, Lori and Tori dive into the real story behind O'Bryan's greed-fueled crime, how it ignited decades of fear over "poisoned candy", and why that myth still haunts suburban neighborhoods every October.
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Tune in for another story time! Straight from the mind of your girl comes two new terrifying tales guaranteed to give you the heebiest of jeebies. Happy Listening!
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This week on Something Wicked, we take you on a midnighttour through the chilling world of Japanese urban legends — the kind of storiesthat stick in your head long after the lights go out. First stop: the eerie smile of Kuchisake-onna, theSlit-Mouthed Woman who might just be waiting on a dark street corner to ask youa deadly question. Then it’s off to the haunted school bathrooms of Hanako-san,the ghost girl who’ll answer if you dare to knock. We’ll crawl into the legendof Teke Teke, sprint past the Human-Faced Dog, descend into the cursed watersof Okiku’s Well, and log on...

In this episode, we dive into the twisted life of Richard Ramirez - from his messed up childhood to the crime spree that left southern CA on edge. Along the way, we'll cover the media frenzy, the police manhunt, and the bizarre cult following of women who thought "serial killer with halitosis" screamed boyfriend material. Lock your doors, grab your sage, and maybe floss in his honor, because this one's gonna get nasty. Happy listening!
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Tune in for another storytime my lovelies! Happy Listening!
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Join us today as we explore the nightmare inducing, haunted forests of Romania and Germany, the Hoia Baciu and the Swarzwald. Happy listening!
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Tune in today as we talk about the Waco Tragedy and the history of David Koresh and the Branch Davidians. Happy Listening!
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Tune in for another story time! The story being read today is another original from your girl. It is a psychological horror rooted in internet mythology and digital isolation. It follows the descent of a user who stumbles upon a mysterious and addictive feed buried deep in the web—one that slowlyunravels reality, memory, and identity. A slow-burning nightmare steeped in dark atmosphere, it blends creeping dread with speculative terror to create a story that lingers long after the screen goes dark. Happy listening!
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Join us for part 2 of the story about the Nazis and their weird fascination with the occult. We are talking about Heinrich Himmler, The Vril Society, Templars, UFOs, and More! Happy Listening!
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The association of Nazism with occultism occurs in a wide range of theories, speculation, and research into the origins of Nazism and into Nazism's possible relationship with various occult traditions. Such ideas have flourished as a part of popular culture since at least the early 1940s. Join us today as we explore the enigmatic Thule society and how it helped shaped the Nazi ideology and the rise of Hitler. Happy listening! 
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Join us today as we talk about the life and crimes of the infamous Madame Delphine LaLaurie. Happy Listening!
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Tune in for another storytime! This story is a new twist on a classic horror that your girl thought up in her own twisted little lump of think meat. Happy listening!
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Join us today as we cover some o the most interesting and terrifying haunted artifacts that have taken the world by storm.
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Ed Gein. A name synonymous with horror and depravity, was an American murderer and body snatcher whose crimes shocked the nation. His twisted psyche and ghastly deeds served as inspiration for several iconic horror characters, including Norman Bates from "Psycho," Leatherface from "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," and Buffalo Bill from "The Silence of the Lambs." Born in La Crosse, Wisconsin, on August 27, 1906, Gein's life was marked by an overbearing mother, isolation, and a morbid fascination with death.Glow: https://glow.fm/somethingwicked/
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On today's episode we're doing another storytime! Tune in to hear a thrilling tale full of mystery, suspense, and ALLLL the conspiracy! Happy listening!
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We are back with another frightful legend full of ghosties, witches, and hobgoblins! Tune in with us today to hear all about the infamous Bell Witch haunting. Happy Listening!
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Throughout the late 1970s and '80s, Ant Hill Kids leader Roch Thériault subjected his followers to an escalating series of horrors, including sexual assault, mutilation, and murder. Join us today as we explore the brutal, twisted mind of Roch Theriault and his cult. Happy Listening!
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Tune in for another extra spoopy story time! Just in time for Halloween! Happy Listening!
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Have you ever wondered why, in TV shows and movies the FBI gets involved with every single murder case? Or why we are so fascinated with these cases in the first place? What makes these psychos tick? And how many cases are solved or left untouched by the authorities that are involved? As much as Hollywood tends to glamorize and paint this superhero image of the FBI and the Behavioral Analysis Unit, and their innate ability to swoop in, take over, and save the day; would it surprise you to find out that in real life, that just doesn't happen...

Tune in to hear part 2 of the John Wayne Gacy case, and how he, Dean Corll, and king of the scumbag empire John D. Norman are all tied together in a ring that spans all over the world. Happy Listening!
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John Wayne Gacy was an American serial killer and sex offender who raped, tortured, and murdered at least 33 young men and boys in Norwood Park Township, near Chicago, Illinois. He became known as the Killer Clown due to his public performances as a clown prior to the discovery of his crimes. Tune in as we discuss this killer clown's crimes, and his connections to a trafficking ring that spans over 40 years all across the US. Happy Listening!
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Join us today as we cover the history of ghosts and their stories, from ancient Mesopotamia, all the way up to modern day. Happy Listening!
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Tune in with us as we share another story written by, Your Girl! This one is called The Briarwood Inn and it is a mindfuck and a half. So pop some corn, turn down the lights, and let's get it!
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Between 1986 and 1987 Harrison Graham, nicknamed The Cookie Monster Killer, murdered 7 women in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Tune in as we discuss the life and crimes of this oddly named, yet deadly serial killer.
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Tune in today for part two as we break down an analyze the aspects of the Enfield Poltergeist case. Happy listening!
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In the 1970s there was a controversial case that captured the attention of the media, the police, and Hollywood, the Enfield poltergeist. Join us today as we talk about this terrifying tale. What happened? What type of haunting was this family tackling with? And how did it effect the world for years to come?
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