Can't Make This Sh*t Up: A True Crime Podcast

On July 4th, 1926 Alfred Lowenstein, the third richest man in the world, boarded his private plane along with six of his employees. While flying above the English Channel, Alfred mysteriously vanished from the plane. His body was later found floating in the ocean. Was Albert's death a horredous accident? Or was there someone out there who'd planned one of the most elaborate murders of all time? Episode Sponsor: Better Help Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Call us at: (805) 268-7277 Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Alfred Lowenstein How Did Lowenstein Fall Out of a Plane? Alfred Lowenstein

During the summer of 1983, U.S. Airforce Captain, William Howard Hughes, Jr. mysteriously disappeared after returning from a mission to the Netherlands. Was foul play involved? Was Captain Hughes simply a deserter? Or did something far more sinister occur? Episode Sponsor: Audible Leave us a message for our 100th episode: (805) 268-7277 Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Missing Air Force Captain William Howard Hughes Found 35 Years Later How an Air Force Captain Who Deserted Was Discovered 35 Years Later Neighbors of Cold War Air FOrce Deserter Knew Him as "Tim"

This week Cassie and Marc discuss the top dumbest criminal stories to come out of Texas in recent years. Episode Sponsor: Audible Leave us a message for our 100th episode: (805) 268-7277 Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: San Antonio Shooting Suspect Promotes His Soundcloud and YouTube Accounts During Arrest San Antonio Shooting Suspect Promotes His Soundcloud and YouTube Accounts During Arrest The Beefy Crunch Burrito Incident  The Beefy Crunch Burrito Incident  A Texas Policeman Said He'd Never Seen Anything This Dumb in 27 Years A Texas Policeman Said He'd Never Seen Anything This Dumb in 27 Years Texas Man Jailed in Dallas Monkey Case Says He'd Do It Again Texas Man Jailed in Dallas Monkey Case Says He'd Do It Again Texas Man Fakes Kidnapping So He Can Go Out Drinking

This week Cassie and Marc discuss the top dumbest criminal stories to come out of Texas in recent years. Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Leave us a message for our 100th episode: (805) 268-7277 Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Burglars arrested after falling asleep on back patio of home Splendora PD dubs porter man 'world's dumbest criminal' Splendora PD dubs porter man 'world's dumbest criminal' Texas Man Stabbed to Death with Stiletto Heel When a Crazy Girlfriend Finally Snaps San Antonio Car Jacking Suspects Couldn't Figure Out Push-Button Ignition Texas Man Dies After Jumping on Moving 18-Wheeler Texas Man Dies After Jumping on Moving 18-Wheeler      

Finally, what you've all been waiting for! This week, Cassie and Marc discuss the different conspiracy theories surrounding Marilyn's death and give their thoughts on what they think actually happened. Episode Sponsor: Better Help Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Marilyn Monroe - Barbara Leaming Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe - Anthony Summers  

On August 4th, 1962, 36-year-old Marilyn Monroe died as the result of a drug overdose in her Brentwood, California, home. Was the death simply a suicide, or was there more to the story? Join Marc and Cassie as they discuss the final week of her life and the events which may have led to her death.  Episode Sponsor: Better Help Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Marilyn Monroe - Barbara Leaming Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe - Anthony Summers

This week Cassie and Marc dive into the last months of Marilyn Monroe's life and examine the many rumors that Marilyn was having affairs with many affluent and powerful men, including the Kennedy brothers. Is it possible that these affairs contributed to Marilyn's tragic death? Episode Sponsor: Audible Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Marilyn Monroe - Barbara Leaming Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe - Anthony Summers

This week Cassie and Marc discuss Marilyn's tumultuous third marriage to playwright Arthur Miller and her ever-increasing reliance on prescription drugs and alcohol.  Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Marilyn Monroe - Barbara Leaming Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe - Anthony Summers

This week and Marc and Cassie discuss Marilyn's second marriage with Joe DiMaggio and the growth of her drug addiction.  Episode Sponsor: Audible Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Marilyn Monroe - Barbara Leaming Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe - Anthony Summers

On June 1st, 1926, Norma Jean Mortensen was born to a single mother struggling with mental illness. No one could predict that little Norma Jean would go on to become one of the most famous actresses of all time, Marilyn Monroe. This week, Marc and Cassie discuss Marilyn's unhappy childhood and her climb to stardom. Episode Sponsor: Audible Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Marilyn Monroe - Barbara Leaming Goddess: The Secret Lives of Marilyn Monroe - Anthony Summers

In August of 2000, LA drug dealer Jesse James Hollywood began a feud with his former friend Ben Markowitz over a $1,200 drug debt. This feud led to the kidnapping of Ben's brother, 15-year-old Nick Markowitz. Jesse and two of his friends smuggled Nick to Santa Barbara. There they untied Nick and partied with him for the next several days. However, only days after his kidnapping, Nick was found murdered in the San Padres National Forest. Did Jesse James order Nick's murder? Or had his friends taken it upon themselves to murder their new friend? Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Jesse James Hollywood Hollywood's Father Troubled by 'Alpha Dog' Godfather of Fugitive Held in Colorado Unsolved Mysteries - Season 11, Episode 7 Middle-Class Valley Suburb Unlikely Breeding Ground for a Killer Graham Pressley Testimony Continues The Fifth Day in Hollywood Santa Barbara Witness Takes Stand in Hollywood Trial Hollywood Girlfriend Accuses Prosecution of Blackmail Ben Markowitz Takes Stand in Hollywood Murder Trial Dealer Says He Regrets Kidnap in 'Alpha Dog' Case Jesse James HOLLYWOOD Graham Pressley Sounds Off on Jesse Rugge's Release Kidnap-Murder Trial Opens for Jesse James Hollywood

In August of 2000, LA drug dealer Jesse James Hollywood began a feud with his former friend Ben Markowitz over a $1,200 drug debt. This feud led to the kidnapping of Ben's brother, 15-year-old Nick Markowitz. Jesse and two of his friends smuggled Nick to Santa Barbara. There they untied Nick and partied with him for the next several days. However, only days after his kidnapping, Nick was found murdered in the San Padres National Forest. Did Jesse James order Nick's murder? Or had his friends taken it upon themselves to murder their new friend? Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Jesse James Hollywood Hollywood's Father Troubled by 'Alpha Dog' Godfather of Fugitive Held in Colorado Unsolved Mysteries - Season 11, Episode 7 Middle-Class Valley Suburb Unlikely Breeding Ground for a Killer Graham Pressley Testimony Continues The Fifth Day in Hollywood Santa Barbara Witness Takes Stand in Hollywood Trial Hollywood Girlfriend Accuses Prosecution of Blackmail Ben Markowitz Takes Stand in Hollywood Murder Trial Dealer Says He Regrets Kidnap in 'Alpha Dog' Case Jesse James HOLLYWOOD Graham Pressley Sounds Off on Jesse Rugge's Release Kidnap-Murder Trial Opens for Jesse James Hollywood  

In the late 80s and early 90s, Dr. Jack Kevorkian shocked the medical community and the world by creating and utilizing a death machine to help Americans commit suicide. By the time Kevorkian's career ended abruptly, it is estimated that he had assisted in upwards of 110 suicides. Although Kevorkian claimed all of his "patients" were terminally ill, it is debated whether this was actually the case. Did he really wish to help end people's suffering, or was something more sinister at play? Episode Sponsor: Audible Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Jack Kevorkian Dr. Jack Kevorkian Dies at 83 Chronology of Dr. Jack Kevorkian's Life and Assisted Suicide Campaign Kevorkian's Known Victims Kevorkian and Assisted Death in the United States 

In the late 80s and early 90s, Dr. Jack Kevorkian shocked the medical community and the world by creating and utilizing a death machine to help Americans commit suicide. By the time Kevorkian's career ended abruptly, it is estimated that he had assisted in upwards of 110 suicides. Although Kevorkian claimed all of his "patients" were terminally ill, it is debated whether this was actually the case. Did he really wish to help end people's suffering, or was something more sinister at play? Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Jack Kevorkian Dr. Jack Kevorkian Dies at 83 Chronology of Dr. Jack Kevorkian's Life and Assisted Suicide Campaign Kevorkian's Known Victims Kevorkian and Assisted Death in the United States  Doctor Tells of First Death Using His Suicide Device Washington Woman Who Witnessed Jack Kevorkian's First Assisted Suicide Recalls Her Friend, Janet Adkins The Kevorkian Verdict  

In July of 1993, the father of basketball legend Michael Jordan went missing. James Jordan had been driving back home from a dinner with friends and mysteriously disappeared. Weeks later, his body was discovered in a swamp a state away. Confusion surrounding this case still persists today. What really happened on the night James was killed? And who really wielded the gun that night? Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Moment of Truth James R. Jordan, Sr.  Michael Jordan's Sister Accused James Jordan of Sexual Assualt in Darkest Story of the Family Parole denied for man convicted in the murder of Michael Jordan's father Man convicted of killing Michael Jordan's father fires attorney at court hearing that could have led to a retrial  

In July of 1993, the father of basketball legend Michael Jordan went missing. James Jordan had been driving back home from a dinner with friends and mysteriously disappeared. Weeks later, his body was discovered in a swamp a state away. Confusion surrounding this case still persists today. What really happened on the night James was killed? And who really wielded the gun that night? Episode Sponsor: The Swiftest Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Moment of Truth James R. Jordan, Sr.  Michael Jordan's Sister Accused James Jordan of Sexual Assualt in Darkest Story of the Family Parole denied for man convicted in the murder of Michael Jordan's father Man convicted of killing Michael Jordan's father fires attorney at court hearing that could have led to a retrial  

This week Cassie and Marc count down the top ten dumbest Florida criminals to hit the recent news media, as Marc attempts to guess where in Florida each crime occurred. This is quite possibly our most hilarious episode yet! Audible Free Trial Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: PO Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Material: Florida man sentenced to jail and moral therapy for attacking a Minion Florida man accused of stealing crossbow by stuffing it down his pants Florida man steals alligator from golf course, tries 'teaching it a lesson' by throwing it on roof of bar Drunk Florida Man Tries to Use Taco as ID After His Car Catches Fire at Taco Bell Florida man suspected of smelling woman's feet at the library Florida Man Calls 911 Eighty Times to Demand Kool-Aid, Hamburgers, and Weed Florida man arrested for masturbating with a pickle on private property Florida man arrested for masturbating with a pickle on private property Florida man in his underwear hits deputy in face with bible, screams I condemn you, poops himself Florida man twerks for officers during traffic stop, gets tased Great job Citrus County Sheriff's Office! Play stupid games, win stupid prizes. Great self control by the arresting officer Deputies: Naked man chases 2 around Palm Coast Chick-fil-A parking lot Naked Palm Coast man chases two people around Chick-fil-A parking lot

On January 26th, 1966, many Australians were celebrating Australia Day. However, for the Beaumont family, it would remain a day forever etched in their minds, as on that day, all three of the Beaumont's children suddenly disappeared without a trace. After spending the hot afternoon at the beach, the children were seen by several witnesses playing with a mysterious man. After leaving the beach, the three children, all under the age of 9, were never seen again. Join Cassie and Marc as they discuss a case that has haunted Australia for nearly 60 years.   Audible Free Trial   Submit questions and case suggestions ⁠HERE⁠. Email us at: ⁠cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com⁠ Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464   Source Notes: ⁠Disappearance of the Beaumont children⁠ ⁠Disappearance Still Baffles 23 Years Later⁠ ⁠SA Harbor Drained in Children Search⁠ ⁠Leads in SA Mystery Fail⁠ ⁠The lost children⁠ ⁠One man, so many faces of evil⁠ ⁠'Man with Crazy Walk': Clue in Search⁠ ⁠New twist in Beaumont case⁠ ⁠Heartbreak Beaumont Mail 'Genuine'

On January 26th, 1966, many Australians were celebrating Australia Day. However, for the Beaumont family, it would remain a day forever etched in their minds, as on that day, all three of the Beaumont's children suddenly disappeared without a trace. After spending the hot afternoon at the beach, the children were seen by several witnesses playing with a mysterious man. After leaving the beach, the three children, all under the age of 9, were never seen again. Join Cassie and Marc as they discuss a case that has haunted Australia for nearly 60 years. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Notes: Disappearance of the Beaumont children Disappearance Still Baffles 23 Years Later SA Harbor Drained in Children Search Leads in SA Mystery Fail The lost children One man, so many faces of evil 'Man with Crazy Walk': Clue in Search New twist in Beaumont case Heartbreak Beaumont Mail 'Genuine'

In the late 1970s, terror struck the heart of Isla Vista, a small college town in central California, when three young women mysteriously disappeared without a trace. Months after the abductions began, the body of one of the victims was found in the ditch of a remote country road. Was the perpetrator a transient passing through, or was it possible that the killer was a part of their community, a wolf in sheep's clothing? Join Cassie, Marc, and a special guest, Cassie's husband Logan, as they discuss the ins and outs of the case. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Born To Kill: Thor Christiansen Documentary Thor Nis Christiansen Thor Nis CHRISTIANSEN

In the late 1970s, terror struck the hearts of Isla Vista, a small college town in central California, when three young women mysteriously disappeared without a trace. Months after the abductions began, the body of one of the victims was found in the ditch of a remote country road. Was the perpetrator a transient passing through, or was it possible that the killer was a part of their community, a wolf in sheep's clothing? Join Cassie, Marc, and a special guest, Cassie's husband Logan, as they discuss the ins and outs of the case. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Born To Kill: Thor Christiansen Documentary Thor Nis Christiansen Thor Nis CHRISTIANSEN

In September of 1992, beautiful 27-year-old, Susan Taraskiewicz left her overnight shift to pick up dinner for her employees, but strangely, Susan never returned. Days later, Su was found beaten and stabbed to death and shoved into the trunk of her own car. Was her senseless murder simply a random act of violence? Or was Su the victim of a dubious plot devised by her own employees? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Massachusetts State Police asking killer of Susan Taraskiewicz to come forward Who Killed Su Taraskiewicz? 28 Years On, Her Mother Still Vows to Get Justice: ‘I Am Not Going Away' Cold Case Susan Taraskiewicz murder reviewed on 22nd anniversary ‘It's never late to solve a murder': Police still seeking leads in 1992 killing of Susan Taraskiewicz in Revere, offering $250K reward for information leading to arrest in cold case Massachusetts cold case murder remains unsolved despite $250G reward NOT RAIN DROPS, BUT TEARS OF JOY AT CEREMONY FOR SUSAN TARASKIEWICZ IN SAUGUS Su Taraskiewicz found a drawing of a coffin in her work locker. Days later, she was found dead. Connecting the Dots : Investigators, Prosecutors Have New Confidence in Public Call for Information to Solve 20-year-old Taraskiewicz Murder Billboards across Greater Boston feature young woman murdered 24 years ago

Jimmy Hoffa was a renowned leader of the Teamsters Union during the 1950s and 60s until his illegal activities and ties with the mafia came to light during the McClellan Committee. Once he was released from prison, Hoffa struggled to regain his hold over the union, but before he could succeed, he mysteriously disappeared in front of a busy restaurant. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Jimmy Hoffa Santa Cruz Sentinel, Volume 125, Number 218, 14 September 1980 Jimmy Hoffa FBI Files Hoffa Grand Jury Ready to Start, With 70 Witnesses Scheduled; Foster Son Subpoenaed THE FINAL HOURS OF A LABOR LEGEND Jimmy Hoffa 44 Years Later: 'The Irishman' Has The Story All Wrong CRIME: Hunting for Hoffa Hoffex Conference Search for Jimmy Hoffa Leads the F.B.I. to Jersey City Landfill

Jimmy Hoffa was a renowned leader of the Teamsters Union during the 1950s and 60s until his illegal activities and ties with the mafia came to light during the McClellan Committee. Once he was released from prison, Hoffa struggled to regain his hold over the union, but before he could succeed, he mysteriously disappeared in front of a busy restaurant. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Jimmy Hoffa Santa Cruz Sentinel, Volume 125, Number 218, 14 September 1980 Jimmy Hoffa FBI Files Hoffa Grand Jury Ready to Start, With 70 Witnesses Scheduled; Foster Son Subpoenaed THE FINAL HOURS OF A LABOR LEGEND Jimmy Hoffa 44 Years Later: 'The Irishman' Has The Story All Wrong CRIME: Hunting for Hoffa Hoffex Conference Search for Jimmy Hoffa Leads the F.B.I. to Jersey City Landfill

Following the Turpin's move to California, their 17-year-old daughter began sneaking on the internet and slowly came to the realization that her childhood had not been like that of other children her age. Finally after years of torment at the hands of her parents, Jordan and one of her sisters grew brave enough to escape their home via a window. The pair stole a cell phone and were able to call 911 to report the abuse. When the police arrived at the home, they were horrified by what they discovered. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Turpin 13: Family Secrets Exposed - Oxygen Documentary Turpin Case Turpin House Of Horrors: Timeline Of How 13 Siblings Suffered Years Of Torture And Abuse Turpin siblings file lawsuit alleging 'severe abuse' in foster care after 'house of horrors' rescue Turpin children ‘failed' by Southern California social services, report says

In 2018 the world was horrified to learn that David and Louise Turpin had horrifically and prolifically abused their thirteen children. When the children escaped, several were so malnourished that had they not been rescued, they surely would have succumbed to starvation. In this episode, Cassie and Marc discuss the Turpin's past in Princeton, Virginia, and the beginning of the atrocious abuse their children endured. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Turpin 13: Family Secrets Exposed - Oxygen Documentary Turpin Case Turpin House Of Horrors: Timeline Of How 13 Siblings Suffered Years Of Torture And Abuse Turpin siblings file lawsuit alleging 'severe abuse' in foster care after 'house of horrors' rescue Turpin children ‘failed' by Southern California social services, report says

If you thought last week's episode was wild, this week takes the story of the Eriksson twins even further. Following Sabina's release from jail, she commits an unspeakable act of violence against an innocent do-gooder trying to help a woman in need. But who should bear the responsibility for such a horrendous act? The police who unwittingly let Sabina walk free? Or Sabina herself? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Madness in the Fast Lane - BBC Documentary Ursula and Sabina Eriksson How killer Sabina Eriksson ended up in Stoke-on-Trent to stab Glenn Hollinshead to death Woman who left family in Mallow pleads guilty to stabbing Motorway dash woman stabbed man

On May 16th, 2008, Sabina and Ursula Eriksson, mysteriously embark on a journey to England that will change their lives forever. Hang on to your butts as Cassie and Marc discuss the ins and outs of their journey, beginning with an inexplicable trip to the Liverpool Police Station and ending in a harrowing experience on the M6 Motorway. This case is definitely 100% can't make this shit up material. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Madness in the Fast Lane - BBC Documentary Ursula and Sabina Eriksson How killer Sabina Eriksson ended up in Stoke-on-Trent to stab Glenn Hollinshead to death Woman who left family in Mallow pleads guilty to stabbing Motorway dash woman stabbed man

This week Cassie and Marc are back at it again with another cult story and this cult may be the craziest of all the cults we've covered so far! The LeBaron family and their various churches have been in existence for almost 100 years and during that time, they managed to kill upwards of fifty people. So, strap in and prepare to be aghast and horrified. Did we mention this cult is STILL around today?? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: Church of the Firstborn (LeBaron family) A Family's Legacy of Death Rena Chynoweth Polygamous murderer denied parole Ervil LeBaron The Colony: Faith and Blood in a Promise - Sally Denton

In March of 2012, Kathy Young was shocked when she awoke at 5 AM and her 21-year-old daughter Molly was nowhere to be found. Only 5 hours later, Molly's family would discover that Molly had driven to her ex-boyfriend's house in the middle of the night and taken her own life. However, it quickly became apparent that something wasn't adding up. Molly's ex-boyfriend claimed to have slept through the gunshot, although it occurred only inches from him. The gun belonged to Molly's ex-boyfriend and was found underneath her body. And her ex-boyfriend's DNA was found under her fingernails. Was Molly's death really self-inflicted? Or was it the work of something sinister? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshitup@gmail.com Contact us by mail at: P.O. Box 903 Solvang, CA 93464 Source Material: 10 years later: The Molly Young case remains open as family grieves, seeks justice Justice For Molly: Family still searching for answers ten years after daughter's death Crime Watch Daily investigates the controversial death of Molly Young Still A Mystery - Season 1, Episode 2

This week Cassie and Marc finish up their coverage of the Ammons family and finally get down to the nitty gritty of what actually occurred during the four separate exorcisms Latoya received. Yes, you read that right, FOUR complete exorcisms. You seriously can't make this one up. Submit questions or case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Send mail to: PO Box 903, Solvang, California, 93464 Source Materials: Demon House The Exorcisms of Latoya Ammons - IndyStar

This week Cassie and Marc cover possibly their craziest case yet! In 2011, Latoya Ammons and her family moved into a home in Gary, Indiana. They quickly discovered that the house was not all that it appeared. Supernatural happenings began occurring and before the family knew it, there was evidence that some sort of malevolent being was possessing them. Submit questions or case suggestions HERE. Email us at: cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Send mail to: PO Box 903, Solvang, California, 93464 Source Materials: Demon House The Exorcisms of Latoya Ammons - IndyStar

Marc could not record this week due to some family commitments, but Cassie's best friend Kimberly graciously stepped in to fill his shoes. Join them as they discuss the mysterious Bennington Triangle. An area of the Vermont wilderness with an unusual amount of supernatural activity, disappearances, and murders. Is it pure coincidence? Or the work of something far more sinister? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Shoot us an email at cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Write to us at: PO Box 903, Solvang, CA, 93464 Source Material: Bennington Triangle Exploration Mysteries: Bennington Disappearances Paula Jean Welden The Vanished Town of Glastenbury and The Bennington Triangle The Bizarre Spontaneous Vanishing of James Tedford from a Moving Bus

Marc could not record this week due to some family commitments, but Cassie's best friend Kimberly graciously stepped in to fill his shoes. Join them as they discuss the mysterious Bennington Triangle. An area of the Vermont wilderness with an unusual amount of supernatural activity and unsolved murders and disappearances. Is it pure coincidence? Or the work of something more sinister? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Shoot us an email at cantmakethisshituppod@gmail.com Write to us at: PO Box 903, Solvang, California, 93464 Source Material: Bennington Triangle Exploration Mysteries: Bennington Disappearances Paula Jean Welden The Vanished Town of Glastenbury and The Bennington Triangle The Bizarre Spontaneous Vanishing of James Tedford from a Moving Bus

Due to an intense amount of traveling and holiday feasting, we didn't get the opportunity to record a new episode this week. But fear not! We didn't want to leave you all empty-handed, so we remastered our first-ever episode, which is no longer available on any of our listening platforms. We have come a long way since then! Happy holidays to everyone and we hope you all get a good chuckle at a time when we had no idea what we were doing yet! Please submit case suggestions and questions HERE. Source Materials: In 2016, the Tromp family fled their home and drove 800km north. We still don't know why. Tromp family: The mystery of a tech-free road trip gone wrong

During a Thanksgiving gathering in 2011, Paul Michael Merhige inexplicably opened fire on 16 members of his family, killing five and injuring two. Join Cassie and Marc this Thanksgiving season as they discuss what lead up to this ghastly crime and what may or may not have been done in order to prevent it. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Source Materials: Paul Michael MERHIGE Slain Girl's Parents To Sue Thanksgiving Killer's Mom and Dad for Negligence

This week Cassie and Marc discuss the controversial case of Brittany Smith. Brittany was attacked and raped in her own home and shot and killed her attacker. However, some doubted the validity of her story and whether or not Brittany had actually killed Todd Smith in self-defense. Join Cassie and Marc as they dive into the events of this case and decide for yourselves whether or not you believe Brittany to be a victim or a perpetrator. Source Material: Netflix's State of Alabama vs. Brittany Smith The Shattering Truth: Methamphetamine isn't going anywhere Brittany Smith Loses Her Stand Your Ground Hearing

This week Cassie and Marc discuss three cases which were solved due to the help of various animals! That's right, in recent years there have been an increase in our furry or feathery friends helping break criminal cases and we are paying homage to their service on our behalf! Source Materials: Pet Duck Leads Police to Murder Victim and Elusive Clues: 'If I Could Give That Duck a Medal, I Would' Sheriff's Office Says N.C. Couple Charged with Killing Grandmother Sent Deputies on a ‘Wild Goose Chase' That Was Solved by a Pet Duck How Animal DNA Puts Killers Behind Bars Police Say Pet Helped Solve Murder Murder of Shirley Duguay Douglas Leo BEAMISH

This week, Cassie and Marc finish their coverage of the mysterious happenings at the Broaddus family home. The family receives even creepier letters and although DNA was found on the envelopes the Watcher still seems to be evading capture. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Source Materials: The creepy letters in The Watcher are real – here's what they each said in real life Investigating The Watcher With Its Star Reporter The Watcher - Reeves Wiedeman For the Love of God, Don't Visit The Watcher House

Netflix recently came out with a new horror series called "The Watcher" and although the show is based on a real life crime, how much of the show reflects what actually happened to the Broaddus family in their new home? In honor of spooky season, follow along as Cassie and Marc break down this odd and horrifying case. Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Source Materials: The creepy letters in The Watcher are real – here's what they each said in real life Investigating The Watcher With Its Star Reporter The Watcher - Reeves Wiedeman For the Love of God, Don't Visit The Watcher House

This week Marc and Cassie finish up their coverage of Tina Fontaine, join the pair as they discuss the details of Tina's murder and why it remains unresolved to this day. Submit case suggestions and questions HERE. Source Materials: Red River Girl - By: Joanna Jolly A Place Where it Feels Like Home: The Story of Tina Fontaine Death of Tina Fontaine Canadian Indian residential school system Sixties Scoop MURDERED & MISSING INDIGENOUS WOMEN

As an indigenous Canadian teen, Tina Fontaine was born into a cycle of generational trauma sparked by hundreds of years of colonization across Canada. Due to these repetitive injustices, Tina's life came to a tragic end at the age of fifteen. In this episode, Cassie and Marc explore the traumas inflicted upon Tina and her family and contemplate how these events may have played a role in Tina's murder. Source Notes: Red River Girl - By: Joanna Jolly A Place Where it Feels Like Home: The Story of Tina Fontaine Death of Tina Fontaine Canadian Indian residential school system Sixties Scoop MURDERED & MISSING INDIGENOUS WOMEN

23-year-old, Corrie McKeauge, was last seen during the early morning hours of September 24th, 2016, entering a garbage area known as the Horseshoe in Suffolk, England. Although Corrie is clearly seen entering this area on CCTV footage, strangely, he is never seen again. Did Corrie, an RAF gunner, go AWOL? Or is something far more nefarious afoot? Source Materials: Death of Corrie McKeauge Flex nightclub doorman tells of last conversation with Corrie McKeague... Missing RAF airman Corrie McKeague's mother pleads for help in finding him

In 2020, the home of Financial Advisor, Melissa Caddick, was raided by ASIC agents in Sydney. Melissa was due to appear in court three days later but never showed up and has never been seen again. Was she murdered by a furious client? Did she complete suicide by jumping into the ocean? Or did she do the impossible and escape? Submit questions and case suggestions HERE. Source Materials: 60 Minutes Australia - "The Devil Wears Dior" Liar, Liar: Melissa Caddick and the Missing Millions Melissa Caddick What Happened To Melissa Caddick Son? Child Tony Caddick Whereabouts In 2022

In November of 2011, 20-year-old Jaleayah Davis went out with friends, shockingly the night ended in a fatal car accident. Was Jaleayah's accident a result of drunk driving? Or did something far more nefarious occur? Join Cassie and Marc as they discuss the ins and outs of the case and Marc puts his skill as a certified accident reconstructionist to work. Submit questions and case suggestions here. Source Material: Still A Mystery - "Secrets in Cars" Death At Mile Marker 181: What Really Happened To Jaleayah Davis? Justice for Jaleayah Facebook Page

The day has finally arrived! After 27 years of dedicated law enforcement service, Marc is officially retired! In honor of that, join Cassie and Marc as they discuss serial killer retirees, Ray and FayeCopeland, who at the time of their conviction were the oldest couple on death row within the United States. Following the show, there's also a special retirement gift for Marc. Shhhhh, it's a surprise! Source Notes: Forensic Files - "Killer's Cattle Log" The New Detectives - "Partners in Crime" Ray and Faye Copeland Copeland Depicted as Willing Partner The case of the vanishing vagrants ‘X' in Real Life – The True Story of the Ray & Faye Copeland Killings

This week Cassie and Marc discuss some of the most noteworthy crimes which have occurred at the most magical place on earth, Disneyland. Submit case suggestions and questions here. Source Materials: 4 Outrageous Crimes Committed INSIDE Disney Parks List of incidents at Disneyland Resort 20 years apart, two tragic deaths on Disneyland's Matterhorn Girl Wounded at Disneyland Improves Teen-Ager Killed in Brawl at Disney Lot 1981: Disneyland's First Homicide As Teenager Stabbed In Front Of Family The story behind the California attraction that inspired Disneyland Disneyland: Opening Day “But obviously, we're still not completely safe” … Not even at Walt Disney World Confronting the Threat Disneyland

Well guys, it is officially Can't Make This Sh*t Up's 1-year anniversary! In celebration we decided to cover a case which is somewhat out of our normal coverage, the mysterious case of the Pittsburgh B-25 Ghost Bomber. On January 31st, 1956 a U.S. Airfare B-25 Bomber plunged into the Monongahela River in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was never seen again. Nearly 70 years later, we still have no answers as to where the plane may have gone. Is it simply buried under the river's bottom? Was it secretly extracted by the military? Or could it even have been abducted by aliens? Submit questions and case suggestions here. Source Materials: The Missing Ghost Bomber of Pittsburgh Remember When a B-25 Bomber Mysteriously Disappeared in a Pennsylvania River? 65 Years Later, ‘Ghost Bomber' Remains Unsolved Mystery Pittsburgh B-25 Monongahela River Mystery North American B-25 Mitchell Betty Lou Oliver Official Military Report

This week Cassie and Marc discuss Brett Peter Cowan's history and how undercover officers finally were able to charge him in Daniel's abduction and murder after eight long years. Submit case suggestions and questions here. Source Materials: 60 Minutes Australia - Daniel Morcombe: Tracking His Killer Murder of Daniel Morcombe The Daniel Morcombe Foundation Timeline: Daniel Morcombe case 10 years later, the life and death of Daniel Morcombe Inside the police operation that brought Daniel Morcombe's killer to justice Daniel Morcombe murder trial: Brett Peter Cowan led police to remains Brett Peter Cowan

In December of 2003, thirteen-year-old Daniel Morcombe was waiting on a bus to go Christmas shopping, however within a ninety second window, Daniel vanished. For eight long years his family searched for answers. Join Cassie and Marc as they discuss the ins and outs of the nearly decade long police investigation, which eventually led to Daniel's kidnapper. Submit questions and case suggestions here. Source Materials: 60 Minutes Australia - Daniel Morcombe: Tracking His Killer Murder of Daniel Morcombe The Daniel Morcombe Foundation Timeline: Daniel Morcombe case 10 years later, the life and death of Daniel Morcombe Inside the police operation that brought Daniel Morcombe's killer to justice Daniel Morcombe murder trial: Brett Peter Cowan led police to remains Brett Peter Cowan

This week Marc and Cassie dive into Josef Fritzl's depraved actions following the imprisonment of his 18-year-old daughter, Elisabeth in his cellar. During her 28 year imprisonment, Elisabeth gave birth numerous times without medical care. Her and her children's survival was a miracle given all they endured for many years. Source Notes: Monster: The Josef Fritzl Story The Crimes of Josef Fritzl: Uncovering the Truth, by Bojan Pancevski and Stefanie Marsh Fritzl Case