Awkward and Afraid Podcast

Taking a break from our usual broadcast this week to bring you tales from Creepy Reddit. It's sure to be a creepy good time!We'd like to thank the respective authors of these tales, starting with The Wretched Descent by ScanUndercover. Second hit hard with License and Registration by SunHeadPrime. Make sure to check out SunHeadPrimes' 'I've Never Told Anyone' ebook over on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Ive-Never-Told-Anyone-collection-ebook/dp/B0BBW4QHYZ.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.

On May 20, 2022, Julissa Thaler was pulled over by the Orono Police after the officer noticed the front driver side tire was missing. What they would uncover will chill you to the bone. Tune in to hear the tragic death of 6 year old, Eli Hart.Go Fund Me:https://www.gofundme.com/f/build-an-eli-hart-memorial-playground-at-surfsideMake sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.kare11.com/article/news/crime/warrant-details-police-interaction-with-julissa-thaler-following-sons-death/89-2f4f9acf-4ce7-4aad-9d9d-8ef0c80125dehttps://www.kare11.com/amp/article/news/investigations/despite-red-flags-child-protection-closed-the-case-of-a-6-year-old-weeks-before-his-murder/89-828257d7-70c1-4ae1-9b50-8c00c23c9e07https://www.kare11.com/article/news/crime/julissa-thalers-movements-tracked-in-second-day-of-murder-trial-for-death-of-son-eli-hart/89-c0171e0f-e244-471d-98af-7c67166929e7https://www.kare11.com/amp/article/news/investigations/despite-red-flags-child-protection-closed-the-case-of-a-6-year-old-weeks-before-his-murder/89-828257d7-70c1-4ae1-9b50-8c00c23c9e07https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/minnesota/news/eli-hart-foster-mom-feared-return-to-mother-custody/https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/charges-6-year-old-eli-hart-shot-up-to-9-times-by-his-motherhttps://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/live-updates/julissa-thaler-sentenced-murder-6-year-old-son-eli-hart/#textThaler20was20arrested20in20Oronothe20trunk20of20the20cartextIn20January2C20a20jury20convicted2D20and20second2Ddegree20murderhttps://www.fox9.com/news/eli-hart-killing-boys-dad-testifies-at-julissa-thalers-trialhttps://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/julissa-thaler-murder-trial-verdict/

Ben Renick, 29, was found deceased inside his snake facility in New Florence, Missouri. He was the owner and operator of Renick Reptiles, Inc. where he breed and sold snakes worldwide. With his wildly successful business and loving family, it appeared everything was going Ben's way. Until he was found with his skull crushed by what was believed one of his own snakes.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/180400211/benjamin-blue-brich-renickhttps://www.worldofballpythons.com/breeders/ben-renick/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ben-renick-snake-breeder-murder-timeline/https://www.wavy.com/news/national/murder-of-missouri-snake-breeder-on-dateline/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ben-renick-murder-missouri-snake-breeder-no-accident/https://www.courttv.com/title/9-mo-v-renick-michael-humphrey/https://www.oxygen.com/snapped/crime-news/lynlee-renick-murdered-husband-ben-for-farm-life-insurancehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjVe8GBYdMMhttps://www.courts.mo.gov/cnet/cases/newHeader.do?inputVO.caseNumber=20BA-CR03007&inputVO.courtId=CT13#chargeshttps://www.columbiamissourian.com/news/local/snake-breeders-wife-sentenced-to-16-years-in-prison-for-her-husbands-murder/article_6a1a22a8-7d40-11ec-bcdd-73506d104f79.html

Two young girls make decisions that will affect them for the rest of their lives Tune in to hear their life altering actions. Alex Trevizo Hospital Body Cam Footage:https://youtu.be/3zH48R6cjLgAlexis Trevizo Under Arrest Body Cam  Footage:https://youtu.be/_f_LlWBpmh4Alexis Avila Discarding Baby Footage:https://youtu.be/3hxk2jHUgxMMake sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=268228045581175https://nypost.com/2023/05/19/new-mexico-mother-19-admits-to-tossing-newborn-into-trash/https://www.koat.com/article/artesia-teen-newborn-murder/43879923https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=268228045581175https://nypost.com/2023/05/19/new-mexico-mother-19-admits-to-tossing-newborn-into-trash/https://www.koat.com/article/artesia-teen-newborn-murder/43879923

A local Colorado boy goes missing with many presuming he ran off to begin his music career. Seven years after his disappearance a gruesome and utterly disturbing scene is found. This is the disappearance of 18-year-old Joshua Maddux.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:Sister Wilhelmina Lancasterhttps://catholicherald.co.uk/thousands-travel-to-see-incorrupt-remains-of-sister-wilhelmina-lancaster/https://people.com/thousands-travel-to-see-body-exhumed-nun-hasnt-decayed-since-2019-death-7505076?utm_campaign=peoplemagazine&utm_content=manual&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_term=647545fe593b3c0001a7ebd3&fbclid=IwAR1rYaNeQ1UKdOZLwDth57Zhh98_Nt1h8OvPMBXHmhXEp8ZdWcaHG2Cx8cg_aem_th_AR8AqHNaG1sN0x2DUJGevK8koFGH_CMRTdSgeBKr2KFVlq6c04-mHpgRgCbAVspcG8kJoshua Madduxhttps://www.strangeoutdoors.com/strange-indoors/joshua-madduxhttps://www.grunge.com/1205963/disturbing-details-about-the-case-of-joshua-maddux-the-teen-found-in-a-chimney/https://unresolved.me/joshua-maddux

On April 13, 2023, Ralph Yarl mistakenly went the wrong address to pick up his little brothers. When he knocked on the door, Ralph was met with one bullet to his head and one bullet to his arm. Tune in to hear Ralph's story. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.gofundme.com/f/nf36y-cover-medical-expenseshttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/ralph-yarl-shooting-andrew-lester-charges-kansas-city-timeline/#textRalph20Yarl20was20shot20inthe20bullet20in20his20brain22https://revisor.mo.gov/main/OneSection.aspx?section=563.031https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/20/us/ralph-yarl-shooting-andrew-lester-grandson/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2023/04/19/us/kansas-city-ralph-yarl-shooting-wednesday/index.htmlhttps://www.kansascity.com/news/local/article275018166.html

Welcome back to Awkward and Afraid Podcast! Its another true crime week. This time about the case of Pam Hupp. Back in 2011, Betsy Faria was found dead with 55 stab wounds sustained to her body. At the beginning, the case appeared rather cut and dry. The husband did it in the kitchen with a knife, but this is not a game of Clue. Tune in this week to find out how friendship led to death.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.scarymommy.com/pam-hupp-serial-killer/amphttps://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/art-books-music/a39650950/who-was-the-real-pam-hupp-the-killer-at-the-center-of-the-thing-about-pam/https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/timeline-from-the-betsy-faria-murder-to-the-shooting-death-of-louis-gumpenberger/html_19adbe2c-2b05-53f4-9fa1-234f045a2d19.htmlhttps://fox2now.com/news/fox-files/pam-hupp-could-still-be-collecting-government-disability-checks-in-jail/#:~:text=Hupp%27s%20always%20been%20vocal%20about,I%27m%20on%20disability.”

This week we are revisiting the missing person case of Cornell Craig Baker. Please continue to share his story.Original Air Date: May 23, 2022On July 5, 2019 Cornell Craig-Baker asked his sister for a cigarette then was never seen again. Cornell's disappearance left us with more questions than answers. Awkward and Afraid Podcast sat down with Lisa Baker, Cornell's mom, to tell his story. We tried to find information about his case before recording this weeks episode. We truly could not tell his story without Lisa's help. Please share, we need to get his story out there. Cornell should be a name that every family knows. Lets bring Cornell home. Clarification purposes: Cornell Craig-Baker went missing on July 5, 2019, however it is listed as July 6, 2019 because this was the date he was reported missing. Cornell was last seen in Harrisburg, MO. The Missing Persons poster states he was last seen in Fayette, MO, however this is not true. Lisa confirmed this information for us.And, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.

William Shakespeare once wrote “What is in a name?”, referring to how a name does not hold any worth or meaning. But there must be something about Mary. During my research of haunted places, people and things, I happened to come across many different hauntings associated with the name Mary. From a haunted road to a haunted bridge, a once glorious passenger ship, all the way to a curse. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://unsolved.com/gallery/resurrection-mary/http://www.chicagohistory.org/resurrection-mary/Weird Ghosts: True Tales of the Eerie Legends and Hair-Raising Hauntings Across America by Joanne Austinhttps://www.newsbreak.com/news/2089828987736-the-haunted-legend-of-mary-jane-s-bridge-in-broussard-louisianahttps://www.onlyinyourstate.com/louisiana/haunted-louisiana-bridge-la/https://www.marineinsight.com/maritime-history/is-the-queen-mary-ship-really-haunted/https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/r-m-s-queen-mary-worlds-most-haunted-ship/https://www.crescentavalleyweekly.com/leisure/04/19/2018/the-legend-of-b340/https://allthatsinteresting.com/bloody-maryhttps://www.hauntedrooms.co.uk/the-bloody-mary-legendhttps://www.mirrorworld.co.uk/news/index.php/mirror-myths-bloody-mary/ 

Tune in to hear some of Missouri's popular urban legends and why Big Bend National Park is known as America's creepiest national park. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.legendsofamerica.com/momo-monster/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Momo_the_Monsterhttps://www.stltoday.com/lifestyles/missouri-town-embraces-mo-mo-the-monster-50-years-after-original-sightings/article_1d91ca9b-fd9b-57d8-a707-d06715c6589e.htmlhttps://www.fodors.com/world/north-america/usa/texas/big-bend-national-park/experiences/news/photos/why-big-bend-is-americas-creepiest-national-parkhttps://spookeats.com/2020/03/28/haunted-hikes-big-bend-national-park/https://www.backpacker.com/skills/america-s-scariest-trails-big-bend-s-deadly-past/https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/print.php?id=2741https://envhistnow.com/2022/12/09/desertion-the-supernatural-in-the-desert/https://www.texascapital.org/haunted-big-bend/https://bluebonnetnews.com/2021/10/15/nearly-forgotten-big-bend-legend-apache-chief-alsate/https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/historyculture/juan-de-leon.htmhttps://www.timbercreektalon.com/2020/10/horror-hotspot-the-ghost-town-of-terlingua/

A lost memory of murder and a daughter seeking justice. This case sounds like something ripped start from a cinematic drama. In 1989, 29-year-old Eileen Franklin recalled a memory of her childhood friend, Susan Nason, sitting on the ground with a man looming over her. The man held a large rock in his hands which were above his head, readying to strike Susan. That man was George Franklin, Eileen's father. Tune in to hear one wild roller coaster ride.TRIGGER WARNING: This episode mentions SA.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://staff.washington.edu/eloftus/Articles/Cosmo.html https://caselaw.findlaw.com/us-9th-circuit/1262954.html https://www.eonline.com/news/1306653/murder-memories-and-a-shattered-family-the-twisted-case-unearthed-in-showtimes-buried https://www.encyclopedia.com/law/law-magazines/george-franklin-trial-1990-91 https://www.law.umich.edu/special/exoneration/Pages/casedetail.aspx?caseid=3221 https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10085171/Buried-looks-George-Franklins-conviction-based-repressed-memories-daughter-Eileen.html

Khristine Bechard tragically took her own life at the age of 71 years old. Her story has twist and turns that the media does not fully articulate. Tune in to hear just a small part of her story. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.kansascity.com/news/state/missouri/article273998555.htmlhttps://www.aol.com/lake-ozarks-neighbors-recall-missing-195111714.html

We left off with Sheila Sharp finding the bodies of her mother, older brother, and family friend in her family's living room and her younger sister, Tina missing. What happened to the these victims? Where is Tina? Tune in this week to hear the conclusion of this case.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources: https://allthatsinteresting.com/keddie-cabin-murdershttps://medium.com/@skylar.aries/true-crime-the-keddie-cabin-murders-the-real-story-behind-cabin-28-e37261040f92https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/The-Unsolved-Mystery-of-the-Keddie-Cabin-Murdershttps://truecrimedetective.co.uk/unsolved-mysteries-the-murder-and-corruption-of-keddie-cabin-a4b4f9edb7c3

On the morning of April 12, 1981, 14 year old Sheila Sharp returned back to cabin 28 which her family was renting at the Keddie Resort located in Keddie, California. What she walked into was nothing short of a nightmare. Lying on the living room floor were the mangled bodies of her mom, oldest brother, and one of his friends. To this day this case remains unsolved. Tune in this week to hear part one and make sure to join us next week for the conclusion.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources: https://allthatsinteresting.com/keddie-cabin-murdershttps://medium.com/@skylar.aries/true-crime-the-keddie-cabin-murders-the-real-story-behind-cabin-28-e37261040f92https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/The-Unsolved-Mystery-of-the-Keddie-Cabin-Murdershttps://truecrimedetective.co.uk/unsolved-mysteries-the-murder-and-corruption-of-keddie-cabin-a4b4f9edb7c3

Ricky McCormick was 41 years old when he lost his life. His body was found in advanced stages of decomposition and stranded in a cornfield. Authorities believe his body was dumped. Tune in to hear the odd case of Ricky McCormick. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources: https://morbidology.com/ricky-mccormick-the-cryptic-notes/https://medium.com/the-candid-cuppa/the-unsolved-murder-of-ricky-mccormick-a6cb6a38a68chttps://www.kmov.com/2022/01/21/puzzling-case-help-solve-this-cryptic-cold-case-that-has-stumped-detectives/

When you hear the word castle, many visuals might come to mind. A large, gorgeous building that towers above the ground. Royalty or some form of nobility residing inside. Maybe the thought of Harry and Megan pop into your mind. Who knows. What probably doesn't jump to the forefront of said mind is a decrypted building that looks as creepy crawly as the myths and local legends surrounding it. Welcome to Houska Castle, also known to house the gateway to Hell.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:The Frightening Legend of Houska Castle | Tres BohemesGate to Hell at Houska Castle - McGee's Ghost Tours of Prague - Prague guided walking tours (mcgeesghosttours.com)Hrad Houska: The Most Haunted Place in the World – PragueLife! Magazine (citymedia.network)https://otakukart.com/474730/the-legends-of-houska-castle-the-castle-of-the-devil/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ar8yd52AyiMhttps://www.viator.com/tours/Prague/Kokorin-and-Houska-castles-plus-Kokorinsko-walking-tour/d462-116712P30

Welcome to the month of March! We decided to have a little fun with this episode and give some back story on the biggest holiday in March.....St. Patrick's Day! Like most things, we celebrate but do we really know where the traditions come from? Tune in to find out the story behind this holiday and the debunking of some of the holiday's myths.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.history.com/topics/st-patricks-day/who-was-saint-patrickhttps://www.history.com/topics/st-patricks-day/history-of-st-patricks-dayhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/patron-sainthttps://irishmyths.com/2022/03/06/did-st-patrick-chase-snakes-out-of-ireland/https://www.wvlt.tv/content/news/Myths-and-legends-about-St-Patricks-Day-371985522.htmlhttps://ireland-calling.com/st-patrick-myths-and-legends/

Of curse we did! Bringing in some curses this week for your listening pleasure. Starting off with the 27 Club and finishing with the Hope Diamond. You don't want to miss this one.....or you just might curse. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://artsandculture.google.com/story/the-curse-of-pharaoh-tutankhamun/eAJyYyD6emhtIwhttps://ledgernote.com/blog/interesting/27-club/https://chaninicholas.com/saturn-return/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBZIDNDU23shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yxls-kGXPUkhttps://www.livescience.com/45239-hope-diamond-curse.htmlhttps://www.thoughtco.com/the-curse-of-the-hope-diamond-1779329https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ta6-4AzrR0Yhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kVi0l5B8hkchttps://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesdigitalcovers/2019/12/06/secret-history-hope-diamond-the-cartiers-book-excerpt/?sh=2d86e8d37bed

The tragic story of Tiana Notice may have been one that was preventable. Tiana was failed by multiple police departments which would ultimately cost her, her life. Tune in to hear Tiana's story. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/boyfriend-found-guilty-in-grad-students-murder/2066049/https://kileystruecrime.squarespace.com/kileystruecrimeaddict-blog/the-murder-of-tiana-noticehttps://truecrimedaily.com/2016/02/08/man-violates-restraining-order-kills-ex-girlfriend-on-valentines-day/https://www.tiananoticefoundation.org/tianas-story/https://civicresearchinstitute.com/online/article_abstract.php?pid=18&iid=884&aid=5799https://silo.tips/download/tiana-angelique-notice

Coming in hot this week with the day it rained mystery meat in Kentucky. And did the Titanic really sink? Tune in this week to hear some strange mysteries.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/running-ponies/the-great-kentucky-meat-shower-mystery-unwound-by-projectile-vulture-vomit/https://www.iflscience.com/the-time-it-rained-meat-on-a-clear-day-in-kentucky-and-people-immediately-ate-it-63800https://www.ripleys.com/weird-news/the-kentucky-meat-shower-of-1876/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RzEgroTosck&t=183shttps://www.vice.com/en/article/kzkmgw/the-mystery-of-the-kentucky-meat-shower

A devastating beauty who was well known by many found murdered in a river. The murder of Mary Rogers has remained a mystery for over 180 years. Much speculation was brought up about what happened to Mary. It even drew the eye of Edgar Allen Poe. Listen now.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:http://www.murderbygaslight.com/2009/09/mary-rogers_05.htmlhttps://www.geriwalton.com/mary-rogers-a-sensational-1841-murder/https://www.historicalcrimedetective.com/ccca/the-mysterious-murder-of-cigar-girl-mary-rogers-1841/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9Jqp7xVStEhttps://untappedcities.com/2021/07/28/mysterious-murder-of-mary-cecilia-rogers/https://medium.com/@yasminscherrer/new-york-citys-most-famous-murder-of-the-1800s-the-theories-of-mary-rogers-death-557de94f9f31

On October 3, 2011, Lisa Irwin, also known as Baby Lisa was last seen in her Kansas City home. She was only 10 months old at the time of her disappearance. More questions than answers remain in this missing child's case. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/lisa-irwin https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/baby-lisas-parents-still-hopeful-for-her-return-10-years-later https://people.com/crime/baby-lisa-irwin-cadaver-dog-findings-lead-to-search-warrant/https://www.kcpd.org/crime/missing-persons/lisa-irwin/https://www.foxnews.com/us/attempted-call-from-phone-of-baby-lisas-mother-brings-new-questionshttps://www.foxnews.com/us/cadaver-dog-detects-scent-of-human-body-in-missing-lisa-irwins-home-affidavit-sayshttps://abcnews.go.com/US/missing-baby-lisa-irwin-family-moving-back-home/story?id=14955776https://abcnews.go.com/US/missing-baby-lisa-parents-stop-cooperating-making-lists/story?id=14679914https://www.columbiamissourian.com/news/mother-of-missing-kansas-city-child-takes-lie-detector-test/article_9673548d-e453-5961-969b-8feb343bcac3.htmlhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/lisa-irwinhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/report-surveillance-video-from-night-baby-lisa-irwin-disappeared-given-to-police/

Ever wish you could have slept on the textbook for a hard test and woken up with all the knowledge from the book? Well if you were Edgar Cayce, one of the most documented psychics of the 20th century, you'd be able to do just that. Edgar Cayce was a faith healer and clairvoyant who would enter an unconscious, sleep state and provide information such as someone's past life or even prophecies. His teachings are still studied to this day at his organization the Association of Research and Enlightenment. Tune in this week to hear some crazy things one man did in over 40 years of being a psychic. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:Idaho Student Murders:https://nypost.com/2023/01/05/timeline-of-the-university-of-idaho-murders/Edgar Cayce:https://lethbridgenewsnow.com/2020/10/14/edgar-cayce-tales-from-the-sleeping-prophet/https://www.edgarcayce.org/edgar-cayce/his-life/https://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/listing/edgar-cayces-association-for-research-%26-enlightenment/1605/https://www.edgarcayce.org/the-readings/spirituality/https://lethbridgenewsnow.com/2020/10/14/edgar-cayce-tales-from-the-sleeping-prophet/

During the early 1900s, it was tradition to tell scary ghost stories by a roaring fire for Christmas. While this tradition might not have stood the test of time, we wanted to resurrect this lost bit of morbid lore.  Enjoy!We would like to thank our authors for their stories. Today you have heard:Flickering Lights by Reddit User slopestoriesI worked at a 24 hour gas station, and had some unsettling encounters by Reddit User 10 Minute Horror told by RickyThe Inspiration for My Stories – A Real Life Experience by Reddit User ros3y_ro3eMy door keeps on opening during the night by Reddit User Anttony-erA Splitting Headache by Reddit User BloodySpaghettiMake sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.

Tis the season to be merry and scary. Jess put a twist on Christmas for our listeners. Bringing the darker side of the loved holiday with Frau Perchta and Gryla. With a sprinkle of the history of Christmas to sit the mood.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.denofgeek.com/culture/scary-christmas-stories-a-history-of-the-holidays-ghostly-tradition/?amphttps://carnegiemnh.org/history-of-holiday-ghost-stories/https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-rome/saturnaliahttps://www.almanac.com/content/what-yule-log-christmas-traditionshttps://thevikingdragon.com/blogs/news/the-origins-of-yulehttps://www.sacredearthjourneys.ca/blog/traditions-and-symbols-of-yule/https://totallythebomb.com/the-history-of-krampuss-gal-pal-frau-perchta-the-belly-slitterhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/why-icelands-christmas-witch-much-cooler-and-scarier-krampus-180967605/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHOvTpTYqBE 

The robbery of the First National Bank in Cisco, Texas, is one of Texas' most infamous crimes. Tune in to hear how Santa and three others robbed a bank and attempted to get away. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/santa-claus-bank-robberyhttps://thetexan.news/the-santa-who-tried-to-steal-christmas-a-story-of-a-failed-texas-bank-robbery/

Extra! Extra! Read all about it!We wanted to provide something a little different this week. Tune in this week as we go over stories that have recently and still are in the news.1) Casey Anthony - Where the Truth Lies docuseries2) Idaho Student Murders3) Athena StrandMake sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:Casey Anthony docuseries:https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2022/dec/03/casey-anthony-docuseries-peacockhttps://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/how-did-caylee-anthony-die-cause-of-death-details/https://www.cnn.com/2022/12/07/us/casey-anthony-documentary-cec/index.htmlhttps://people.com/crime/casey-anthony-blames-father-daughter-caylee-death/Idaho Student Murders:https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/midwest/police-identify-4-university-idaho-students-found-dead/https://www.newsnationnow.com/crime/idaho-college-killings/idaho-student-stabbings/https://www.newsnationnow.com/crime/idaho-college-killings/timeline-retracing-the-final-night-of-idaho-university-students-slain/https://www.newsnationnow.com/crime/idaho-college-killings/what-we-know-idaho-college-killings/https://www.newsnationnow.com/crime/idaho-college-killings/police-resist-speculation-idaho/https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3738875-police-warn-of-ongoing-threat-after-university-of-idaho-slayings/https://abcnews.go.com/US/idaho-police-zero-movements-2-victims-frat-house/story?id=94565464Athena Strand:https://www.foxnews.com/us/alleged-killing-texas-girl-fedex-driver-raises-security-concerns-shipping-servicehttps://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/fedex-driver-accused-girls-slaying-dropped-off-gift-94803666

Kara Robinson was only 15 years old when she was a victim to crime of opportunity. A man driving through the neighborhood, spotted Kara. He abducted her and stole her innocence. Tune in to here how Kara survived the worst 18 hours of her. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.kararobinsonchamberlain.com/abouthttps://people.com/crime/kara-robinson-chamberlain-survived-serial-killer-helped-catch-him-as-teen/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnxSiycAY3Yhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVZAPW5LFS4

Sofia Silva was doing homework on her front porch when she was last seen alive. It wouldn't be until almost 8 months later Kati and Kristin Lisk would meet a similar fate. One man was wrongfully accused of  the abduction and murder of Sofia. However,  the connection between the disappearances of all three girls would lead investigators to believe there is a horrible monster still roaming Spotsylvania county. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/kidnappings/richard-evonitz/https://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/serial-killer-meets-match-15-year-old-article-1.2384136https://www.virginia-criminallawyer.com/virginia-prostitution-lawyer/laws/YouTube.com/watch?v=KBEe2HFEdEchttps://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/2002/08/14/slain-girls-cases-closed/d3a1d1ac-76dc-447d-ba08-5c4c5f269172/https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/1997/06/17/charges-dropped-in-96-slaying-of-virginia-girl/a11bed11-475a-4a9b-a106-cc40cb903e01/https://apnews.com/article/0a2cd85c1d3258f1af723ef944a8e956https://scholar.lib.vt.edu/VA-news/VA-Pilot/issues/1997/vp970511/05090023.htmhttps://www.mirror.co.uk/news/us-news/two-tiny-clues-led-notorious-28355365

Canada is known for its natural beauty. With untouched land containing dense forest, majestic waterfalls, and some of the most breathtaking views, it sounds like a travelers paradise. Many visitors come to Nahanni National Park to partake in the splendor of nature. Just be warned, countless visitors who have entered have either gone missing or have been found dead. Giving a particular area of the nature reserve, its name of Valley of the Headless Men. But, if you heed the warnings of the natives you might make it out just fine....just maybe. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/24/https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nt/nahanni/decouvrir-discoverhttps://spectacularnwt.com/story/travelling-deep-denendeh-land-peoplehttps://www.ancient-origins.net/unexplained-phenomena/nahanni-valley-0016177Legends of the Nahanni Valley (mysteriesofcanada.com)Valley of Mystery | Maclean's | March 15, 1947 (macleans.ca)Mr. Ballen: The called of Headless Men ---- https://youtu.be/wF2fa2nY0ooWhat Lurks Beneath: WARNING Nahanni National Park is HIDING THIS----https://youtu.be/_YMZsg8JyRI

On November 6, 2011, two year old Sky Metawala was left alone in a vehicle that his mother, Julia Biryukova, reported had run out of gas. After one hour of being gone, Julia returned to the car where she found Sky had vanished without a trace. Tune in this week to get the full story.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on an awkwardly good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:The Disappearance of Sky Metalwala — Talk Murder With MeSky Metalwala's mother Julia Biryukova speaks for the first time about boy's disappearance | Daily Mail OnlineMissing toddler's parents alleged abuse, neglect against each other | Part 2 | Kirkland ReporterDisappearance of Sky Metalwala - WikipediaInvestigators still haven't ruled out missing toddler's parents, who struggled with heated past | Part 1 - Bellevue Reporter (archive.org)

Friends and family had not heard from Julianne "Julie" Williams and Laura "Lollie" Winans after a nine day backpacking trip in Shenandoah National Park. The young couple were doing exactly what they loved when someone gruesomely attacked them. To this day, investigators have not caught the monster who viciously took their lives. Tune in to hear Julie and Lollie's story. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1563/cold-cases.htmhttps://www.ranker.com/list/julianne-williams-laura-winans/laura-allanhttps://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/features/murder-woods-shenandoah-national-park/https://www.insidenova.com/headlines/25-years-later-fbi-still-seeks-clues-in-hiker-murders-at-shenandoah-national-park/article_cf34c934-c3de-11eb-940d-57ae2a154428.htmlhttps://appalachiantrailhistory.org/exhibits/show/doublemurderinsnp/thevictimshttps://popculturecrime.medium.com/the-murders-of-julianne-williams-lollie-winans-6b040eb502a2https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/06/25/julie-williams-laura-winans-unsolved-murder-test-dna/https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/true-crime-in-the-outdoors/2020/1shenandoah-national-park-murders

It's finally Halloween!! Since this episode is dropping on Halloween, we decided to give you all a little 'treat'. Happy listening!We received written permission from the respective authors of these stories.Today you have heard:My House by Reddit User AnySignificance8548Cotton the Clown by Jesse PullinsSomething's Wrong with Mary by Reddit User deadlydahlia92Strange Encounter by Robby AndersonEerie Encounter: A Haunted Hallway by Real Horror DiariesBlack Site 7 by Reddit User ErutiousIt was Smiling. by Diane Osborn*If you enjoyed Eerie Encounters: A Haunter Hallway by Real Horror Diaries make sure to check out more of their stories at http://realhorrordiaries.blogspot.com.**If you enjoyed Black Site 7 by Reddit User Eruptions make sure to check them out over on YouTube at http://youtube.com/c/DoctorPlaguesworld.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.

Haunted houses, pixy stix, murder and ASMR, what more could you want from your favorite podcast this spooky season?! This week we will take you back to 1974 where Timothy O'Bryan tragically had his life stolen from him. Tune in to hear why the man who killed Halloween was convicted of capital murder and sentenced to death. Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://aleteia.org/2018/10/17/the-catholic-origins-of-trick-or-treating/https://www.tweentribune.com/article/tween56/history-trick-or-treating-weirder-you-thought/https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/the-man-who-killed-halloweenhttps://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/candy-man-kills-son-poisoned-halloween-treat-article-1.2850247https://www.usinflationcalculator.com

The tragic tale of Anna Elisabeth (Anneliese) Michel took place in Germany in 1976. Over the course of one year Anneliese would undergo 67 exorcisms performed by the Catholic church. If this story sounds familiar, it might be the film depicting the events of Anneliese's possession called 'The Exorcism of Emily Rose'. Tune in to hear what happens.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/seized-by-the-spirit-temporal-lobe-epilepsy-and-the-exorcism-of-anneliese-michel/https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/t/tonic-clonic-grand-mal-seizure.htmlhttps://www.epilepsy.com/what-is-epilepsy/seizure-types/tonic-clonic-seizures

It could be argued one staple of Halloween is none other than....VAMPIRES!! This week we bring you the origin story, different types of vampires, vampires from around the world, and a short tale of a vampire from 1892. Tune in this week for a spooky good time!!Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends/jure-grando-and-first-documented-case-vampirism-europe-006640https://www.shmoop.com/study-guides/literature/dracula/summaryhttps://www.history.com/topics/folklore/vampire-historyhttps://www.smore.com/pcpnp-history-of-vampireshttps://theconversation.com/vampire-myths-originated-with-a-real-blood-disorder-140830https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2018/10/31/415535913/how-yellow-fever-turned-new-orleans-into-the-city-of-the-deadhttps://www.history.com/news/the-last-american-vampire

Happy official start of SPOOKY SEASON!!!When you think of Iowa what do you think of? Des Moines, Captain Kirk, farmland? But, what one small town in Iowa is known best for is something that has remains a mystery for over 100 years. On the morning of June 10, 1912, an entire family and two friends of the family where found slain in their beds. This murder has been dubbed the Villisca Axe Murders. Listen this week as Brooke fills you in on this moment in Iowa history.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:http://www.villiscaiowa.com/index.phphttps://medium.com/the-mystery-box/mysterious-unsolved-case-for-109-years-the-villisca-axe-murders-87f6741353d2https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-ax-murderer-who-got-away-117037374/https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2022/06/09/1912-villisca-ax-murders-what-to-know-iowa-cold-case/7567590001/

Ever wonder where fairytales and imaginary creatures came from? In this week's episode, we go over some beloved fairytales as well as the tooth fairy. Uncovering the mystery behind the tales.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.bl.uk/collection-items/1810-edition-of-little-red-riding-hood#:~:text=The%20French%20author%20Charles%20Perrault,of%20the%20fairy%20tale%20genrehttps://sites.pitt.edu/~dash/perrault02.htmlhttps://www.sanjuan.edu/cms/lib/CA01902727/Centricity/Domain/4026/Little%20Red%20Riding%20Hood%20Annotations.pdfhttps://medium.com/@kyriegray3/the-unexpectedly-dark-history-of-the-tooth-fairy-d3d013ffe558https://www.salon.com/2014/02/09/dont_tell_the_kids_the_real_history_of_the_tooth_fairy/https://people.howstuffworks.com/10-dark-fairy-tales.htm

On August 21, 1996, 11 year old Trudy Appleby went missing. It has now been 26 years and little is known where she might be or what happened to her. Listen this week as Brooke goes over the disappearance of Trudy Appleby and the endless work her father, Dennis, has put in to find his daughter.If you know something and are looking to give information, contact the Moline Police Department at 309-797-0401, or call the Crime Stoppers Anonymous Tip Line at 309-762-9500.Make sure to follow us on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastAnd, if you have a story to share, please email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.New episodes drop every Monday! So join in on a awkward good time by subscribing to the podcast, wherever you get your podcast episodes.Sources:https://www.kwqc.com/2020/08/21/24-years-later-the-search-for-missing-trudy-appleby-continues/https://www.kwqc.com/2021/08/20/tv6-investigates-what-happened-trudy-appleby/https://qctimes.com/news/local/i-want-this-to-end-a-history-of-the-trudy-appleby-case/article_1c1980bb-89a1-5e62-afce-5546d24b5fab.htmlhttps://qctimes.com/news/local/26-years-later-trudy-appleby-left-a-mystery-and-a-legacy/article_8c0cdcb0-61b1-5caa-8819-e1dd1359cdbb.html

Hello once again, friends! On this paranormal week, we will be discussing two urban legends coming from South Carolina and Pennsylvania....not Transylvania, oops. We have the Boo Hag from South Carolina, originating from the Gullah culture. Second, we bring you Charlie No Face or the Green Man which turned out to be a true story of a man disfigured by a horrible accident. Happy listening!If you haven't already, make sure to follow us on our socials to stay up to date on deals with the podcast, or stories we share.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=awkward%20and%20afraid%20podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcastMake sure to rate and review us where ever you listen to your podcast!Sources:https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/south-carolina/gullah-culture-boo-hags-sc/https://charlestonterrors.com/boo-hags-haint-blue-vampires-of-the-lowcountry-the-paint-that-stops-them/https://scaresandhauntsofcharleston.wordpress.com/2012/04/22/the-boo-hags-of-gullah-culture/https://www.wfmj.com/story/36642788/the-legend-of-western-pennsylvanias-green-manhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/raymond-robinsonhttps://www.timesonline.com/story/lifestyle/around-town/2017/02/23/charlie-no-face-relegated/18584810007/https://historydaily.org/green-man-raymond-robinson/6

On August 28, 1981 in Yorkshire, an unidentified caller reported what would be one of the longest running unsolved mysteries in the United Kingdom. Dubbed 'Nude in the Nettles' by investigators, the bizarre circumstances of this Jane Doe's death and her identity have baffled many. Tune in this week to hear more.Like what you hear? Subscribe to be immediately notified when a new episode is released.Follow us over on socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=awkward%20and%20afraid%20podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_awkwardandafraidpodcast?lang=enHave a story you want to share or have read on the podcast? Email us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.Sources:https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/interactive/nude-in-the-nettles-I#main-page-section-4https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/news/local-news/tragic-nude-nettles-police-investigation-6901531http://nyenquirer.uk/nude-in-the-nettles-new-developments/https://morbidology.com/the-nude-in-the-nettles/

The disappearance of a 20 year old Cape Girardeau County, Missouri female, Jessi Wilfong led investigators on a wild ride. Jessi went missing in late May 2022 only for her body to be discovered in a barn about 2 miles away from where she was last seen. Listen this week as Brooke tells the case of Jessi Wilfong and how an innocent life was lost for seemingly no reason.Make sure to follow us over on our socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awkwardandafraidpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/awkwardandafraidpodcast/Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/760515025365102If you have any story recommendations or stories of your own, email them to us at awkwardandafraidpodcast@gmail.com.Sources:https://www.newsobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article263109103.htmlhttps://www.kansascity.com/news/nation-world/national/article262823068.htmlhttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-lawless-files-89049424/episode/tlf-spinoff-1-the-disappearance-of-98521976/https://original.newsbreak.com/@pink-politic-1592786/2647963688384-exclusive-interview-with-the-mother-of-missing-jessi-wilfong-who-was-found-buried-in-a-barn-last-week-in-cape-county-mohttps://www.wpsdlocal6.com/news/new-details-couple-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-young-cape-girardeau-woman/article_9b0622d2-f959-11ec-ac37-4ff5ca9a07a8.html

Sitting on a picturesque hill side in Waterloo, Illinois is Eagle Cliff Miles Cemetery. Land purchased by Stephen W Miles was donated to the community to use as a public cemetery. While Mr. Miles might have been wealthy in life it appears death was not so gracious to his fortune. After passing, the Miles family lost all their wealth causing a ripple affect to the cemetery. Standing vacant and almost forgotten, it became a hot spot for vandals. Oh...did we mention many visitors to the cemetery have experienced otherworldly happenings? Spooky spooky.Sources:https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/after-80-years-volunteers-stopping-vandalism-sacrifices-bone-stealing-at-waterloo-cemetery/63-605398516https://www.mckendree.edu/academics/scholars/issue14/oberto.htmhttps://www.onlyinyourstate.com/illinois/native-american-burial-site-il/https://www.gershphoto.com/eagle-cliff-cemetery-and-miles-mausoleum/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vC9ZMzuUMk&t=1117s

Intentional murder or accidental death? Sarah Boone is awaiting trial for the 2020 death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr. After a night that Sarah called 'fun', she awoke to find Jorge dead inside of a locked suitcase. Listen a long as this case unravels.Referenced YouTube Videos in Episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=593hNIrTBCMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZYLURJIHTU&t=123s2 Hour Investigation Video from YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1u1-i_ubeUSources:https://www.wftv.com/news/local/woman-accused-leaving-boyfriend-die-suitcase-after-game-hide-and-seek-return-court/VIIPL6Q5BRCXDMXYJVOOWRGRNQ/https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/02/27/murder-suitcase-florida/https://heavy.com/news/2020/02/sarah-boone/https://starcasm.net/true-crime-this-woman-put-her-boyfriend-in-a-suitcase-and-left-him-to-die/https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2020/05/27/report-man-died-of-asphyxiation-after-girlfriend-locked-him-in-suitcase-for-up-to-11-hours/https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2020/05/27/report-man-died-of-asphyxiation-after-girlfriend-locked-him-in-suitcase-for-up-to-11-hours/

Join us this week as Jess tells stories about phrogging. If you don't know what that is, it is where a person enters someone else's home with the intent to remain there with no knowledge to the actual occupant. Some times it can be harmless....other times....no so much. Tune in to find out.Sources:https://casocriminal.org/en/weird-cases/daniel-laplante-the-man-who-lived-hidden-inside-the-victims-house/https://www.mamamia.com.au/daniel-laplante/https://www.ranker.com/list/danny-laplante-facts/laura-allanhttps://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-ezequiel-zayas-now-phrogging-update/https://www.khon2.com/local-news/he-violated-our-home-says-family-that-came-home-to-find-stranger-living-there/https://nypost.com/2022/07/18/phrogging-hider-in-my-house-stranger-secretly-lived-with-us/

On April 30, 1987 in Cape Town, South Africa, newborn Zephany Nurse was stolen right out of the hospital room she had been born in. Her parents would go on to grieve her abduction. That is until 17 years later when their second daughter came home with a picture of who they discovered was  known other than their missing child. Listen along to this bonus episode!Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zephany_Nursehttps://www.bbc.com/news/stories-49825705https://www.tyla.com/tv-and-film/girl-taken-true-crime-zephany-nurse-mich-solomon-missing-persons-case-20220714https://www.digitalspy.com/tv/ustv/a40704260/girl-taken-zephany-nurse-true-story/https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/zephany-nurse-case-woman-who-raised-abducted-baby-as-her-own-up-for-parole-20220708?fbclid=IwAR3cgsscUMeO6CSb1u8UCr2_bDaypg5JOKZrSyeTkYR9pd6M59zIYKddr1w

On August 11, 2009, 15 year old Kayla May Berg went missing. Over the past 13 years, no solid evidence has ever been discovered about what happened to Kayla or where she might be. There have been plenty of theories swirling around her home state of Wisconsin. Listen this week as we go over Kayla's story.Sources:https://www.jnathaniellee.com/unsolved-crime-kayla-may-berg-a-broken-promise/https://people.com/crime/kayla-berg-disappearance-youtube-video-hi-walter-new-girlfriend-hoax/Stevens Point Journalhttps://www.wsaw.com/2021/08/11/antigo-police-hope-new-information-12-year-mark-hits-kayla-berg-disappearance/https://coreysobell.medium.com/straight-from-a-horror-film-the-disappearance-of-kayla-berg-367baff4518https://www.trace-evidence.com/kayla-berghttps://kileystruecrime.squarespace.com/kileystruecrimeaddict-blog/the-disappearance-of-kayla-berghttps://www.wimissing.org/post/kayla-may-berg

Warning:  If you do not like hearing about the meat suits walking around impersonating people in Utah...cough cough...be advised, that is in today's episode.Let's talk conspiracy! Everyone loves a good conspiracy theory, whether it's based on truth or fiction. Something about the pure craziness that embodies a conspiracy theory has let the way to many conspiracy enthusiasts over the years. In today's episode, we will be discussing skinwalkers and MKUltra. So get your tinfoil hats ready!Skinwalkers:https://rivercityghosts.com/the-terror-of-the-skinwalker-the-native-american-boogeyman/https://allthatsinteresting.com/skinwalkerhttps://www.legendsofamerica.com/navajo-skinwalkers/https://www.history.co.uk/shows/curse-of-skinwalker-ranch/skinwalker-ranch-top-theories-to-explain-what-s-really-going-onMKUltra:For more information about the MKUltra conspiracy theory, make sure to check out Bailey Sarian's episode over on Dark History.

Trigger warning: Talk of rape is prevalent in this episode, listener discretion is advised.Lisa McVey was abducted by Bobby Joe Long, a serial killer who terrorized Tampa, FL for months in the 1980s. She was able to use her smarts to outwit this killer. After 26 hours of captivity, Lisa was released and ended up being the one who aided the police in  capturing this killer. Listen in to see how this case unfolds.https://www.the-sun.com/news/3015939/bobby-joe-long-victims-lisa-mcvey/https://allthatsinteresting.com/bobby-joe-longhttps://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/3007376/why-was-lisa-mcvey-living-with-her-grandmother/https://allthatsinteresting.com/lisa-mcveyhttps://www.the-sun.com/news/2989082/who-lisa-mcvey-what-happened-to-her/https://www.the-sun.com/news/3015939/bobby-joe-long-victims-lisa-mcvey/https://www.newsweek.com/believe-me-abduction-lisa-mcvey-where-lisa-mcvey-today-now-1598162

Brooke brings two tales of reincarnation for this week's episode. The reincarnation of Jaylen Robinson to Altas Auberry and Pamela Robinson to Luke Ruhlman. Each story involves young boys who remember their past life which both ended tragically. Jaylen Robinson was murdered by his babysitter while Pamela Robinson passed away in the Chicago fire in 1993. Feel free to let us know what you believe.The book that was mentioned about getting intone with your past life is "Many Lives, Many Masters" by Brian L Weiss.Jaylen Robinson's Story:https://nypost.com/2005/04/20/sitter-tot-slay-rap-gagged-beaten-and-stabbed/ https://anthonygalli.medium.com/the-case-for-reincarnation-evidence-implications-b2cbb5feb0b5https://www.nytimes.com/2005/03/08/nyregion/baby-sitter-is-charged-with-murder-of-a-19monthold-brooklyn-boy.htmlhttps://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/17-years-killer-sitter-article-1.224309https://www.fanforum.com/f117/19-month-old-toddler-dies-tied-stroller-mouth-duct-taped-37862/ https://za.opera.news/za/en/society/926efa0aded2006cd5a25740b649a87d https://study.com/learn/lesson/what-is-reincarnation-in-hinduism-definition-cycle.html Surviving Death episode 6https://study.com/learn/lesson/what-is-reincarnation-in-hinduism-definition-cycle.htmlPamela Robinson's Story:https://www.nytimes.com/1993/03/17/us/15-killed-as-flames-sweep-residence-hotel-in-chicago.html https://firefighterinsider.com/firefighting-alarm-assignments/https://apnews.com/article/c6fedce59f49e845a417a59845f5030b https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1993-03-20-9303200160-story.html