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Do your conversations kill the party? Do you find yourself getting "that look" due to your extensive knowledge about turn of the century asylums? Have you ever wondered if there is a market for human skin books? If so then we are the podcast for you! We are pulling the dark things out from the s…

Regina King & Lynn Rosskamp

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    Aokigahara Forest AKA You Are Not Alone

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 68:35


    In this episode Regina tells us about a sacred site in Japan that also just happens to also be a macabre site of sorrow, Aokigahara Forest. Please be warned that this episode has extensive discussion of self harm and past tensing oneself in it. If you or anyone that you know are struggling with self assassination ideation or thoughts of self harm please call or text 988. You are not alone.Support the Show.Support us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Two Weasles or Not Two Weasles AKA Gef & Ferret Legging

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 72:40


    In this episode Lynn unleashes the animal strangeness with two weasel stories that have absolutely nothing to do with weasels. That's right first you will be flaberghasted by Gef the spectral mongoose. However, just in case that level of people-being-bored is not enough for you, she will ramp it up with the story of the worlds wackiest sport ferret legging.If ever a reason was needed for hobbies, we answer with weasels.Article referenced in the episode: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/exploration-survival/king-ferret-leggers/?scope=anonSupport the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Madame Lalaurie AKA How Many Jeans?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 98:58


    Welcome Back to Season 6 of Disturbing Interests! Regina is kicking us off reinforcing the reputation  she has earned in the 5 seasons before this one as The Darker Side of Terrible with a story straight out of New Orleans, the twisted tale of Madame Delphine Lalaurie. Journey with us as we question what the actual hades was wrong with people in the 1700's and exactly how many is too many Jeans as we welcome our darkest duo back in style.Remember, like, comment, subscribe, and tell a friend.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 0:41


    The season is over?!?!? Regina is lost in a maze of boxes... hopeful she will find her way out in time for season six!Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Hatpins aka Battle Accessories

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 49:33


    In this episode Regina tells us about the history of the hatpin as well as about the great, but little known, Battle of the Hatpin. The battle was about the conflict between parents and the Canadian government over the right to teach in French in Canada.Enjoy this zanny history of the rise and fall of an accessory that ended up tied to women's rights.Promos today are for:Podcasts - Mountain Murders, Murders and Mimosas, Mythical True Crime, and One D%!&# From MurderDo Something - UNWomen.org Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Movies That Murder

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 65:39


    In this episode our hosts delve into the idea that a movie could cause someone to commit murder.Lynn takes the wheel on this one as we delve into the relatively recent past that brings us to raise more than a few eyebrows.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Book of the Dead Pod Take Over!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 41:22


    In this episode The Book of the Dead Podcast takes over Disturbing Interests to tell us all about the Murder of Stephanie Parze.Regina and Lynn will be back up to their regular antics soon. In the meantime, enjoy this great pod from the Darkcast Network!Find more Book of the Dead at www.botdpod.comSupport the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Huldufolk AKA The Hidden People

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 66:00


    In this episode Lynn regales us with her trip to Iceland as she tells us about the Huldufolk, also known as The Hidden People. With a bunch of updates, and some chat about how Iceland goes hard in everything it does it is a fun episode as only a episode starting with a drink formerly known as The Black Death could be.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    William Desmond Taylor aka Get A Robe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 41:24


    Hollywood has had it's fair share of salacious crimes and intrigue through the years. From the very inception of the industry the glitz and glamour has often camouflaged a darker seedier side filled with secrets, cover ups, and sorrow. In this weeks episode Regina takes us through the second part in the two part story about one of the first great murder mysteries in the movie industry, the murder of the legendary William Desmond Taylor.So, pour yourself some of that good moonshine, bath tub gin, or hooch and slap on one of those old jazz era hits because we are going all the way back to the early 1900's and the very beginning of tinsel town with this one.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    William Desmond Taylor aka Crime Scene Parties

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 49:57


    Hollywood has had it's fair share of salacious crimes and intrigue through the years. From the very inception of the industry the glitz and glamour has often camouflaged a darker seedier side filled with secrets, cover ups, and sorrow. It this weeks episode Regina takes us through the first part in the two part story about one of the first great murder mysteries in the movie industry, the murder of the legendary William Desmond Taylor.So, pour yourself some of that good moonshine, bath tub gin, or hooch and slap on one of those old jazz era hits because we are going all the way back to the early 1900's and the very beginning of tinsel town with this one.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Synanon AKA Jet Skis, Not Cults

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 65:54


    In this episode Lynn tells us about her recent kinda run in with Synanon while in Europe, and about the wild California cult that started it all. The phrases, 'tough love', 'today is the first day of the rest of your life', and 'cold turkey', may not have the happy origin that we want them to since they were all popularized by megalomaniac and cult leader Charles Dederich Sr.Just remember folks, brainwashing is never good.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Unsinkable Sam AKA Das Friskies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 26:38


    Extrasode time! Regina brings us the story of Unsinkable Sam, a cat with unbelievable luck. He not only survived WWII, but he survived it on multiple sinking boats. Enjoy another tale of animal hijinks, because we don't deserve animals.Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Mata Hari AKA Sad, Sexy, Spy Games

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 61:15


    That's right she's back from Europe, and in this episode Lynn tells us about the provocative and some what sad life of one of the first femme fatals, Mata Hari. She is taking us on her own little euro trip over the next few episodes.Meanwhile, Regina proves that you cannot teach her how to spell restaurant, or say Mata Hari when it counts. Support the showSupport us at: patreon.com/disturbinginterestsFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Theodosia Burr Alston AKA 3 Donkeys in An Overcoat

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 53:47


    In this episode Regina tells us about Theodosia Burr Alston's dramatic life and mysterious disappearance. Theodosia was the woman known as America's first gentlewoman, intelligent, courageous, and a trend setter. Top it all off with being in the midst of several political whirlwinds because of her father and it makes for a wild ride.Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    The Highgate Vampire AKA Wizard Duels

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 60:48


    In this episode Lynn takes us on a whacky and wild ride with the tale of The Highgate Cemetery Vampire. Do you like the banana pants era better known as the seventies? Perhaps you are a fan of old cemeteries or spooky legends? If so this story with at least two headless corpses, a possible vampire, and two alleged wizards with a pretty big beef might be the tale for you!Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Lucky Koala Farts aka Douglas Snair & Drop Bears

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 73:18


    In this episode Lynn brings us the story of Douglas Snair, the Luckiest Man in Canada. The ladies have seen some interesting titles assigned to people over the years, and they are mostly deserved, Douglas lives up to this rule! This story shows that The Halifax Explosion seems to be the subject material that keeps on giving. Meanwhile Regina forces us to ask, do you want to play a game? That's right, she is bringing us the first game of Real Animal, Cryptid, or BS as she tells us about Drop Bears. That's right, Australia's most horrifying creature since the Magpie makes for interesting subject matter.Do Something: The ladies are recommending reaching out to your local area SPCA, or animal shelter, in honor of the menagerie that season five is turning into.   Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    The Halifax Explosion AKA Ka-splosion, Wow!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 65:31


    In this episode Lynn takes us to Halifax in 1917 and the horrendous explosion that rocked a community for decades. The story is one of horror, amazement, and sadness which leaves our two hosts wondering how they had never heard of this event before.Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Ines de Castro & Owls AKA The Corpse Queen & The Bard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 86:02


    In this new tale Regina brings us a love story of the most gothic kind while Lynn delights us with owls.First Reg dives into the story of The Corpse Queen of Portugal, Ines de Castro, and her love Pedro the First, The Cruel. In a gruesome love story for the ages Pedro coins the term "f@ck around and find out" while inspiring art for generations and winning the heart of every little gothling to come for ages after. It looks like the ladies dynamic is back to normal since Regina is back to being the darker side of terrible. We have not seen her so excited about a story since she pitched the tale of Tararre to Lynn...Then Lynn brings us home with owls! If you are wondering how owls are disturbing, well just you wait...With a plant queen, goddesses, a really specific way to die, and the tale of Lynn the Bard being robbed in her prime it is a wild ride.Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    The Great Emu War & The Dolphin Saturation Accident AKA The Not-So-Great-War & People Explosions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 78:32


    Season 5 is turning out to be a pretty whacky place for our hosts! Regina brings us the story of The Great Emu War with Australia making us all question ourselves as we cheer against our species, yet again. While Lynn brings us the horror inducing tale of the Dolphin saturation accident leaving us feeling a proper respect for the ocean.The world is a strange place that is filled with disturbing and strange tales. Join us for these two!Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Hippo Ranching & Lizard People aka The Great Fever Dream & The Coldest Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 77:45


    Season 5 is off with a bang as Regina tells us the tail of hippo ranching and what could have been a very big aggressive problem in the south. This story is busting at the seams with kooky characters, bad ideas, and a sense of entitlement that only the early 1900's can bring. It also makes us question what might have been if 'lake cow bacon' had become a core element in the American diet.Lynn comes back with the whacky wtf'ery that is lizard people. People really believe in this stuff and take innocent lives because of their delusions. This cast is definitely NOT run by lizard people... Sponsor of this episode Mech War for Humanity Series written by Jeffrey R. Wai. Find them now on Amazon, iBooks, or at mechwarforhumanityseries.com Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Darkcast Holiday Special Part 2 aka The Nice List

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 53:10


    This is the second of two holiday episodes from the Darkcast Network's podcast creators! Enjoy tales from the nice list from many of the talented indie podcasts on the Darkcast Network.  Enjoy this holiday treat from Disturbing Interests and maybe discover other enjoyable podcasts in the process.Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Darkcast Holiday Special Part 1 aka The Naughty List

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 87:00


    This is the first of two holiday episodes from the Darkcast Network's podcast creators! Enjoy tales from the naughty list from many of the talented indie podcasts on the Darkcast Network.  Enjoy this holiday treat from Disturbing Interests and maybe discover other enjoyable podcasts in the process.Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicPart of the Darkcast Network

    Animals on Trial AKA Law and Order: Special Piglets Unit

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 72:05


    In our season 4 finale Lynn tells us about a time when the world put animals on trial. Journey back to those madcap times when pigs were dressed in their greatest finery and sent into court to answer for their wicked ways! Not a single kangaroo to be found, but fun none the less! We also get to hear about that time a dead pope was dug up and tried by the church.Support the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet Music

    Mia Zapata and The Holy Roller Cult aka Rat House and Arson for the Lord

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 71:39


    In this episode Regina tell us about the untimely loss of punk legend Mia Zapata from the Gits. Though committed in the 90's Mia's case is still felt in Seattle to this day. Lynn brings us the story of Edmund Creffield and his Holy Roller Cult from Oregon. If you need more fire in your worship, then this is the story for you!A special thanks to all those who joined us for PNW Truecrime Fest. This is for all who could not make it!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the showFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet Music

    Saint Olga of Kiev aka Time Traveling for Bird Logistics

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 86:02


    In this episode Regina takes us on a blood soaked tale of revenge for love that has it all. That's right, fires, sieges, saints, Vikings, and a bunch of questions about bird logistics. How could you miss out on this one? Come hear the tale of Saint Olga of Kiev, the very queen of f@ck around and find out.Come see us live at PNW Truecrime Fest on October8th & 9th!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicKiller Heart To HeartsTake a journey with us through the brutal side of humanity.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

    The Grand Guignol aka Theatre of Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 70:12


    In this episode Lynn tells us about the Grand Guignol and how it got the nick name Theatre of Blood and about the most assassinated woman in the world, Paula Maxa! It is a hair gripping tale with puma attacks, unsolicited brain surgery, and baked goods that only old school French Twitter could create.Remember to enter the giveaway on our social media for PNW Truecrime Fest  tickets by August 31st.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show

    Ted Bundy AKA That F@ckin Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 49:28


    In this second part of the two part episode Regina does a deep dive into one of the most well known serial killers in US history, Ted Bundy. Come along with our two disturbed hosts as they question Colorado's prison system, Bundy's love of Volkswagens, and one judges poor choice in lamentation.Live shows and give away details on our social medias, so please like and follow us!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show

    Ted Bundy AKA Bundy was a Bad Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 61:07


    In this first part of the two part episode Regina does a deep dive into one of the most well known serial killers in US history, Ted Bundy. Come along with our two disturbed hosts as they play 5 degrees of separation from one of the biggest bad guys to ever have cursed the Pacific Northwest as he simultaneously inspired short hair cuts in brunets and low sales on Volkswagens. Live shows and give away details on our social medias, so please like and follow us!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSound effects obtained from https://www.zapsplat.comSupport the show

    Things We Found in Our Walls: Horror Houses (Allegedly) and Whorehouses (Historically) of Seattle Past

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 61:25


    Technical difficulties at Regina's house result in a solo Lynn and a guest host swapping stories of fascinating house histories.  Special Guest Host Becky tells us the story of a missing person, a gun found in the wall and a suspicious patch of concrete in her house in Seattle. Lynn chimes in with her story of living in a former brothel (yep, I really do) and lays some history upon us of the original Skid Row in Seattle and its famous madam, Lou Graham, who (allegedly) also helped finance the business ventures of some of Seattle's founding families and paid to educate (again, allegedly) the public school kids of King County.Support the show

    Hopkinsville Little Green Men and a Cryptid Calendar AKA A Tailless Iguana Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 83:21


    In this episode Regina takes us to Hopkinsville to fill a listener request and Lynn takes us through some cryptid craziness. Was it aliens, goblins, witches, demons...or possibly even OWLS that have perpetuated the mythos behind a back hills family story? Could it all have been from a iguana with out a tail? Regina will take us there!Also, we ask Japan yet again while talking about a kappa's favorite hidey-hole... WHY???Join us for a good ol' fashioned cryptid crossover!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show

    The Tale of Two Peepees AKA Lorena Bobbitt and Sada Abe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2022 85:13


    Join us as Lynn tells us the truly terrible tales of abuse behind the dismemberments forever linked with the names of Lorena Bobbitt and Sada Abe.  These two women are the perfect examples of, what did you think would happen? These stories prove that a story of willy whackery will cause anyone to go viral in any age, and that our hosts are secretly twelve year olds at heart that just want to make peni jokes.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    The Bad Doctor AKA Josef Mengele

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2022 90:33


    In this episode Regina tells us the story of the life of the monster Nazi doctor Josef Mengele and Lynn shares a golem story with us. Email: disturbinginterests@gmail.comIG: @dipodcastTwitter: @podcast_diFB: DisturbingInterestsPodcastSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Heads Will Roll: The Valley of the Headless Men and Gilles de Rais aka Bluebeard

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 101:10


    We're baaaaaack! Kicking off 2022 a little late (but better than never) with an episode in which Regina tells the tale of the scariest national park in Canada (Is it bigfoot? Is it dragons? Is it wendigos? Nobody knows!) and Lynn introduces us to France's most prolific medieval serial killer (allegedly) and amateur dramatic enthusiast.Email: disturbinginterests@gmail.comIG: @dipodcastTwitter: @podcast_diFB: DisturbingInterestsPodcastSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    The Seasonal Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 20:38


    Regina and Lynn give us the seasonal stuff.  They'll be back again soon!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Ocean's 3 AKA The Chowchilla Bus Kidnapping

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 65:44


    In this episode Lynn tells us about the absolutely terrible kidnapping of twenty six children and one brave bus driver in Chowchilla, California.  Come with us on this tale of absolute terror straight out of Regina's childhood.  Trigger warnings are needed to anyone who cannot handle stories of kidnappings, buses, the central valley, or being buried alive.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Jaws Two, Sharklectric Boogaloo

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2021 92:07


    In this episode Regina tells us about the oldest Jane Doe case in Massachusetts, the story of The Lady of the Dunes.  This story is one wild ride, from Jaws, to an escaped convict, this story is one wild ride.While Lynn takes us on a behind the scenes tale of Jaws!  All of the dirt, the surprise, and a very brave stunt man in all its sharky glory.Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the podcasts...Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenMusic from Purple Planet MusicSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Jawsapalooza aka The 1916 Shark Attacks & The USS Indianapolis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 70:28


    In this episode Regina and Lynn share their love of sharks, particularly their love of all things Jaws related with two true life tales that lent inspiration to the movies.  Regina tells us the tale of the 1916 shark attacks on the New Jersey shore that inspired Peter Benchley's break away novel Jaws.  We all know Regina loves delving into that era in American history, and yet again she comes back with the glaring truth of just how little people knew about things we take for granted today.Lynn brings us home with the real life horror story that fueled the character Quint's hatred for sharks, the story of the USS Indianapolis and the fate of the 1,196 man crew who went into the water.  Delving into the darker side of terrible we see how assumption, poor communication, and baseless blame can equal tragedy.  Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnPrints, @the_evile_queenTikTok @that1chycPO Box, 70515 Seattle, WA, 98127Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Public Spectacles: The Shakespeare Riots and the Absolutely Bananas 1904 Olympic Marathon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 78:37


    What do you get when you mix a notorious Gang of New York, class warfare, nationalist pride, a deep and abiding love of the Bard of Avon and a rotting sheep carcass? The Shakespeare Riots, that's what. If shouting "fire!" in a crowded theater sounds like your idea of a good time, this episode is for you. Or, if you happen to be a sports fan or just a fan of absolute and complete mayhem, our dive into the 1904 Olympic Marathon,  aka the most demented race ever run, might be up your alley. So lace up your running shoes, choke down a strychnine and egg white omelet (breakfast of champions!) and try not to die on your way to the finish line of this episode.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Criminally Dumb AKA The Murder of Albert Snyder

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 56:54


    In this episode Regina tells us about one of the most famous crimes of the 1920's, the Dumbbell Murder.  This is the sensational murder of Albert Snyder, and of the two people who put the criminal into criminally dumb.  Ruth Snyder and Henry Judd Gray, also known as the Granite Woman and the Putty Man will never be known as masterminds, and in this episode we see why.With a murder trial that was attended by celebrities, a Guns-N-Roses connection, and the tag line of "a cheap crime, for cheap people" it has a little bit of something for everyone!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork, @the_evile_queenSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Metal AF aka The Black Metal Murder of Euronymous

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 71:52


    Join us this week as Lynn takes us on trip to the Norwegian black metal scene of the 1990's.  That's right, oil up your hair, put on your best corpse paint and get ready to thrash.Please note that there is discussion about suicide in this episode.  If you or someone that you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts please call the Suicide Hotline at 800-273-8255.Sponsorship of this episode is by the Fresh Hell Podcast.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDorkSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Han Van Meegeren: The Art Forger Who Outfoxed the Nazis for Fun and Profit

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 62:51


    Picture it, Austria, 1945...From a salt mine turned hiding place for a cache of art looted by the Nazis to a prison cell in the Netherlands where a talented but tricksy art forger has to literally paint for his life this story has it all - but no actual murder for once! Find out if art crime really does pay in our latest episode.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    One for the Homies with HH Holmes -y (Part Two)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 61:37


    Regina continues and concludes her deep dive into the reality behind the monstrous myth of HH Holmes and his crime spree across not just Chicago, but the US and Canada.  Beware a smooth talker with a luxurious mustache who suggests taking out a life insurance policy! And keep a close eye on your horses, your kids and your shovels!Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    One for the Homies with HH Holmes -y (Part One)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 66:24


    Regina digs deep and unearths the real life atrocities behind the notorious Devil in the White City, H. H. Holmes, and his truly legendary Murder Castle (as in, much about it is just that - a legend and not much to do with the actual facts in the case.) Learn the real story behind the charming sociopath who would stop at nothing to get his swindle on, including murder. Part one of a two part deep dive into the scandal that rocked the Chicago World's Fair.Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Disco Bloodbath: Murder is the Ultimate Party Foul

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 72:41


    Get in the wayback machine, loser. We're going clubbing in the 90s. The best time you could have in giant moon boots, glitter eyeshadow and thrifted lederhosen until it really, really wasn't. This is the story of Michael Alig, the ultimate Party Monster and his role in the infamous Club Kid Murder of Angel Melendez. *Content Warning: we will be talking a lot about drug use in this episode, so if that's problematic for anyone's sobriety or recovery, perhaps skip this one and join us next episode.*Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021 Announcement

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 2:46


    A heartfelt wish for a better new year and an announcement about our short unplanned hiatus.Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Skeleton Lake and Pennsyltuckie aka Roopkund Lake and Pennsylvania

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 74:44


    In this fun filled episode Regina takes us back to the Himalayas with a trip to the worlds worst swimming pool. That's right, it's cold, it's high up, it might have wet yeti, that's right it is Roopkund Lake! Some of you might know it better as Skeleton Lake, because of all of the bloody skeletons.Then Lynn brings us back closer to home with the story of Pennsylvania, the state that really wasn't. Find out their new state motto in this episode that leaves us wondering what exactly Santa did. Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDorkSupport the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    The Worst Book Ever & Nub City AKA The Malleus Maleficarum & Vernon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2020 76:46


    In this episode Lynn gives us a book report on what is easily the worst book in history the Malleus Maleficarum and the truly terrible person who wrote it. Want witch hunts and gallons of innocent blood? Cause that book is how you get it.Regina brings us the quirky tale of Vernon Florida and years of a surprising type of alleged insurance fraud. Called Nub City for a reason, and gators have nothing to do with it.Check out Etsy ShopsMagpie Mouse - https://www.etsy.com/shop/MagpieMouseStudiosSeven Coins Devotionals - https://www.etsy.com/shop/SevenCoinsDevotionalUse code Disturbing15 for 15% off at check outFind us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    You Don't Know Drac! AKA Dracula

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2020 74:21


    In this episode we talk about that cultural icon Dracula! Lynn also gives us the top reasons Sir Christopher Lee was a badass and icon in his own right. Then we take a little side foray into the home decorating muse that is Jeff Goldblum. Join us in this panic room stricken episode, where we can't say, "we don't drink..... wine," because we totally do.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    Typhoid Mary and Her Bum Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 68:51


    In this episode Regina hits the story a little too close to home with the tale of Typhoid Mary. With this story that talks about workers rights, immigration, and disease it needs a trigger warning for anyone living through 2020. However a cross over with the triangle shirtwaist factory fire that we did not expect.Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    The Winchester Mystery Toilet

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 64:56


    In this episode Lynn tells us all about the Winchester Mystery House and the fellow goth sister who built it. Have you ever wanted to hear about an absurd number of house hold anything? If so this is your episode!The we wrap it up with a little tale of toilet terror, also known as the worst way to settle a dispute in history!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

    The Badass of Brittany

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 57:10


    In this episode Regina tells us about Jeanne de Clisson, also known as the Lioness of Brittany. Join us in this tail of vengeance, piracy, and love as we find a new role model!Find us at www.disturbinginterests.comFacebook The Disturbing Interests PodcastTwitter @podcast_di, @EvileQueen, @RatsnHatsEmail us at disturbinginterests@gmail.comInstagram @NekoThePodcat, @DIPodcast, @LynnTheArtDork Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests) Support the show (http://patreon.com/disturbinginterests)

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