Homebrew Murder Crew

AUNTIE B IS BACK!In this episode, we uncover a nearly forgotten but pivotal moment in Canadian history—the Cypress Hills Massacre. On June 1, 1873, a group of American wolf hunters and whisky traders crossed into what is now Saskatchewan, seeking revenge for stolen horses. Their arrival at an Assiniboine camp ended in a deadly confrontation that left at least thirteen Indigenous people dead. We explore the events that led to the massacre, the chaotic frontier justice of the time, and how this tragedy spurred the creation of the North-West Mounted Police—Canada's first national law enforcement agency. Join us as we piece together the story from conflicting accounts and examine its lasting impact on the Canadian WestSources:https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/cypress-hills-massacre-featurehttps://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cypress_Hills_Massacrehttps://www.pc.gc.ca/apps/dfhd/page_nhs_eng.aspx?id=1633https://teaching.usask.ca/indigenoussk/import/cypress_hills_massacre.php

Lou Pearlman was the mastermind behind some of the biggest boy bands of the late '90s and early 2000s, including *NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys. But behind the glitz and chart-topping hits was a web of deception. This episode dives into Pearlman's meteoric rise in the music industry, the financial scandal that unraveled his empire, and the lasting impact of his fraudulent schemes. From pop superstardom to prison, we explore the highs, the lows, and the shocking truth behind one of the biggest scams in entertainment history.Sources:"Dirty Pop" - Netflix Limited SeriesHow Did Lou Pearlman Die? A Look at the Boy Band Mogul's Last Days Behind Bars startribune.com Upbeat end to bank loan fiasco - Star Tribune esquire.com What Happened to Lou Pearlman, the Disgraced Boy Band Manager? - Esquire youtube.com Victims of Lou Pearlman's scheme to get money - YouTube bbc.com Backstreet Boys and NSync founder Lou Pearlman dies - BBC News react-wp.keen-studio.com Did O-Town's Journey REALLY End This Way? A Shocking Look Back entertainmentnow.com Lou Pearlman Cause of Death: How Did the Boy Band Mogul Die? - EntertainmentNow refinery29.com For a full list of references used for this episode, please email us at homebrewmurdercrew@gmail.com

In June 1997, the quiet community of Salado, Texas, was gripped by a perplexing mystery: the disappearance of Lela and Raymond Howard. This elderly couple, known for their independence, embarked on what should have been a routine, short drive to a local festival. Instead, they vanished without a trace, only to be found deceased 13 days later, hundreds of miles away in a ravine in Arkansas. Their story, initially a regional news item, quickly garnered national attention due to its unsettling and inexplicable nature. Just a year later, in 1998, and alternative rock band would find musical inspiration from this tragedy, and release a song that would become a chart-topping hit. Sources:https://poprockradio.com.au/news/flashback/fastball_the_way/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_Pain_Money_Can_Buy https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/48399133/lela-joan-copeland_howard https://www.reddit.com/r/90smusic/comments/183b3hq/what_is_the_song_the_way_by_fastball_about/ https://www.wgcu.org/arts-and-culture/2024-06-27/a-missing-texas-couple-led-to-our-song-of-the-day-for-june-28 https://news.wgcu.org/arts-and-culture/2024-06-27/a-missing-texas-couple-led-to-our-song-of-the-day-for-june-28 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this chilling episode, we revisit the mysterious and tragic case of Sister Cathy Cesnik, a beloved Baltimore nun whose life was cut short under disturbing circumstances in 1969. Despite decades of speculation, official investigations, and shocking allegations, her murder remains unsolved. We examine the haunting details surrounding her disappearance, the dark secrets she may have uncovered, and the voices of those still fighting for justice. Was Sister Cathy silenced for what she knew, or does the truth remain buried under layers of deception? Join us as we explore one of America's most perplexing cold cases.Sources:https://www.netflix.com/title/80047530https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/joyce-helen-maleckihttps://www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/maryland/joyce-malecki-body-exhumed-baltimore-murder-cold-case-1969-fort-meade-sister-cathy/65-d0ff5801-b258-471a-8c5f-36190ef995b0https://www.aacounty.org/departments/police/https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/maryland/suspects-identified-1970-murder-teen-pamela-lynn-conyers-anne-arundel-county-maryland-cold-case/65-b74704dd-b620-40e9-aa85-b99aa8d8d380https://www.baltimoresun.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Swift Runner was a Cree hunter from Alberta who, during the brutal winter of 1878-79, committed an act of cannibalism, killing and consuming his wife and five children. He later claimed he had been possessed by the Wendigo—a supernatural entity in Algonquian folklore believed to drive people to madness and cannibalism. The Wendigo is said to embody insatiable hunger, preying on those who succumb to desperation, particularly in times of famine.Anthropologists have linked Swift Runner's case to Wendigo psychosis, a cultural phenomenon in which individuals experience an intense fear of turning into a Wendigo, sometimes leading them to commit acts of cannibalism. This condition has been documented among Indigenous groups in Canada, often emerging in extreme survival situations.The case also reflects the impact of early colonialism on Indigenous cultures. By the late 19th century, European expansion had disrupted traditional ways of life, leading to food shortages, forced assimilation, and the erosion of spiritual beliefs. The Cree people, like many other Indigenous groups, faced immense hardship due to the loss of their land and resources. Some scholars argue that the psychological distress caused by colonial oppression may have contributed to cases like Swift Runner's, where Indigenous individuals struggled with identity, survival, and cultural displacement.Swift Runner was arrested, tried, and executed by hanging at Fort Saskatchewan in December 1879, marking one of the most infamous cases associated with Wendigo lore, psychosis, and the broader consequences of colonialism.Sources:https://archive.org/details/swiftrunner0000thomhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2357596https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/pdfplus/10.1086/202953https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38034155/https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1050&context=senior_theseshttps://read.dukeupress.edu/ethnohistory/article-pdf/56/3/355/253996/EH056-03-01CarlsonFpp.pdfhttps://rawvision.com/blogs/articles/articles-joe-colemans-swift-runnerhttps://cbra.library.utoronto.ca/items/show/35660https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/law-and-history-review/article/heart-of-ice-indigenous-defendants-and-colonial-law-in-the-canadian-northwest/CE39FBA8DBF8C3E68C6A7CE537B8FD7C Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On December 6, 1991, a quiet night in Austin, Texas, turned into one of the city's most haunting mysteries. Four teenage girls—Amy Ayers (13), Sarah Harbison (15), Jennifer Harbison (17), and Eliza Thomas (17)—were brutally murdered inside an I Can't Believe It's Yogurt! shop. Their bodies were discovered after a fire was set to cover up the crime, leaving investigators with more questions than answers. Despite multiple arrests, confessions, and decades of investigation, the case remains unsolved. Who committed this horrific crime? Why were these young girls targeted? And will justice ever be served? Join us as we unravel the chilling details of the Austin Yogurt Shop Murders—a case that still haunts the city more than 30 years later.Sources:https://www.statesman.com/story/news/2020/02/04/suspects-in-yogurt-shop-killings-released/1772349007/Murdered Innocents Book by Corey MitchellWho Killed These Girls? Cold Case: The Yogurt Shop Murders Book by Beverly Lowry Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a cold December night in 1773, a group of defiant American colonists disguised themselves as Mohawk warriors, crept aboard British ships, and dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor. Their message? No taxation without representation!This bold act of protest against British rule wasn't just about tea—it was a spark that ignited the American Revolution. Furious over unfair taxes and British control, these rebels risked everything to send a message that would echo through history.But what happened next? How did this single act of defiance lead to war? Dive into the gripping story of rebellion, resistance, and revolution—because the Boston Tea Party was just the beginning.Sources:https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/boston-tea-party#why-did-the-boston-tea-party-happenhttps://www.britannica.com/event/Boston-Tea-Partyhttps://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/boston-tea-party/https://www.bostonteapartyship.com/boston-tea-party-factshttps://dp.la/primary-source-sets/the-boston-tea-partyhttps://www.masshist.org/revolution/teaparty.php Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5 is the National Day of awareness and remembrance for the Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S), also known as "Red Dress Day," coined by Métis artist Jaime Black as "an aesthetic response to this critical national issue." The ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people that we are facing is a direct result of colonization. In Canada, more than six in ten (63%) Indigenous women have experienced physical or sexual assault in their lifetime. The impact of these disproportionately high rates of violence is felt in all areas of life. The effects on health and wellness include inequitable access and treatment in health care and underrepresentation in health research. On Red Dress Day, and every day, we honor the lives and legacies of MMIWG2S by listening to their stories and commemorating their strength and spirits. We stand in solidarity with the families and communities who continue in the pursuit of justice, healing, and change. To raise awareness and pay tribute on this day, wear red, inform yourself about MMIWG2S, and participate in your local community events to commemorate this day.If you, or someone you know is experiencing signs of distress don't hesitate to reach out to services available 24/7/365:Hope for Wellness Help Line (Indigenous centered): 1-855-242-3310Crisis Services Canada: (Canada-wide) 9-8-8National Family and Survivors Circle: 1-844-413-6649Sources: https://www.mmiwg-ffada.ca/final-report/ https://www.jaimeblackartist.com/exhibitions/?msclkid=d21168a1c5a011ec9c6fafe822b89398 https://cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/52964.html Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**This is the LAST WEEKEND of FREE access to our Microbrews on our Patreon account! Listen to Typhoid Mary, then go check out our other short, easy listening episodes by signing up for a free Patreon account at www.patreon.com/homebrewmc , only $3/month after May 4th 2025**Imagine hiring a cook, only to discover she's unwittingly poisoning her employers—one household at a time. Mary Mallon, better known as Typhoid Mary, became a walking public health crisis in early 20th-century New York, a silent carrier of typhoid fever who refused to believe she was the problem. Was she a victim of medical injustice, or a reckless menace who defied authorities at every turn? This microbrew dives into her extraordinary story—one of denial, disease, and the fight between individual rights and public safety. Join us as we unravel the mystery, controversy, and ethical dilemmas behind the legend of Typhoid Mary. It's history from over 100 years ago that still echoes in modern pandemics...Sources:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3959940/ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Typhoid-Mary https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zkg3t39 https://medicalmuseum.health.mil/micrograph/index.cfm/posts/2020/typhoid_mary_mary_mallon_salmonella Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan cracks into Canada's Unsolved Brew: A Beer Baron Butchered, a Son Accused, and a Nation Gripped. Uncork the decade-long saga of the Richard Oland murder and the lingering questions that still haunt the iconic Moosehead family. Sources: https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/dennis-oland-case?hl=en-CA https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Richard_Oland?hl=en-CA https://ca.news.yahoo.com/dennis-oland-had-no-reason-165508811.html?hl=en-CA&guccounter=1 https://moosehead.ca/our-story/?hl=en-CA#:~:Popularity%20begins%20to%20rise%2C%20and,1870 https://blackcreekbrewery.wordpress.com/2013/06/21/guest-blogger-katie-bryski-a-beer-pioneer-susannah-oland-and-moosehead/?hl=en-CA Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Picture this: a heist that didn't target diamonds, gold, or priceless art, but maple syrup instead!

The things we do for love...Probably not as extreme as what Grant Amato did in order to remain in contact with a Bulgarian web cam model that he was in love with in 2019. After Grant steals hundreds of thousands of dollars from his family to continue viewing and speaking with Sylvie, he is a given an ultimatum--get help, and cease contact with her. Unable to curb his desire for Sylvie, Grant felt he had no other choice than to resort to extreme measures.More recently, in March 2025, Grant Amato's name would resurface in connection with an alleged murder-for-hire plot...Sources:https://s3.documentcloud.org/documents/5700189/Amato-Affidavit.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grant_Amatohttps://people.com/ghost-adventure-star-wife-in-love-man-serving-life-massacring-family-11698136https://6abc.com/post/ghost-adventures-star-aaron-goodwins-wife-victoria-goodwin-appears-court-alleged-murder-hire-plot-grant-amato/16103359/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before Canada existed, powerful Indigenous confederacies like the Wabanaki shaped the northeast. Meaghan tells us how their stories, filled with political intrigue, brutal colonial encounters, and enduring resilience, challenge everything you thought you knew about North American history. From ancient laws to modern-day struggles for sovereignty, these narratives reveal a complex past and offer crucial insights into our present and future. Sources: https://www.heritage.nf.ca/articles/indigenous/mikmaq-culture.php https://www.britannica.com/topic/Mikmaq https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mi%27kmaq https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/micmac-mikmaq Nctr.ca Fnigc.ca Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeffrey Spaide, a retired veteran and engineer, lived in the quiet town of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Known for his reserved but friendly nature, Jeffrey took pride in his home and enjoyed working on his house, yard, and garden. However, his peaceful existence was disrupted by his neighbors, Lisa and James Goy, who were known for their rowdy and disrespectful behavior. The Goys often antagonized Jeffrey, leading to escalating tensions over trivial matters like parking and property disputes.On February 1st, 2021, after a heavy snowstorm, the conflict reached a tragic climax.Sources:https://allthatsinteresting.com/jeffrey-spaidehttps://www.kniffenfuneralhome.com/obituary/Jeffrey-Spaidehttps://www.reddit.com/r/NoahGetTheBoat/comments/185dbxb/argument_between_neighbours_over_snow_ends_in/?force_seo=1https://www.pahomepage.com/top-news/neighbor-recounts-helping-victims-in-plains-township-deadly-shooting/https://www.scribbr.com/research-bias/normalcy-bias/.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Normalcy_biashttps://www.crave.ca/en/tv-shows/fear-thy-neighbor/bullets-in-the-snow-s9e2 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan tells us about Travis the Chimp who was a male chimpanzee raised by Sandra Herold in Stamford, Connecticut. Born in 1995, Travis was socialized among humans from a young age and became a local celebrity, even appearing in commercials and TV shows. He was treated like a family member, performing tasks like dressing himself, eating at the table, and even using a computer. However, as Travis faced major life events, and through his coming-of-age, Travis' demeanor changed. This tragic event sparked widespread debate about the ethics of keeping primates as pets and led to discussions about stricter regulations on exotic animal ownership.References: 911 call: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wgS0KgT5APc https://allthatsinteresting.com/travis-the-chimphttps://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/wbna29279834https://www.nonhumanrights.org/blog/travis-and-tragedy/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The story of the Brother's Grimm is one of scholarly dedication, cultural preservation, and enduring literary impact. From their early lives & hardships, scholarly pursuits, to the Grimm's Fairy tales themselves and beyond, Kristy delves into the Brothers Grimm, beyond the fairy tales, and how they played a vital role in preserving and shaping German Culture & language.References:https://www.britannica.com/topic/German-ConfederationKen Mondschein, PhD – Introduction in “Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales” Translated by Margaret Hunthttps://archive.org/details/brothersgrimmfro0000zipe/page/n9/mode/2uphttps://www.kirj.ee/public/trames/trames-2007-3-3.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brothers_Grimm#CITEREFZipes1988 Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are sharing some PATREON content! Come join us for even more like this one at www.patreon.com/homebremc, $3/month!Meaghan tells us the case of the missing Beaumont children. It is one of Australia's most infamous unsolved mysteries. On January 26, 1966, siblings Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont disappeared from Glenelg Beach near Adelaide, South Australia. The children were last seen in the company of a tall, fair-haired man, but despite extensive searches and investigations, neither the children nor the suspect were ever found. As of very recently, authorities have approved excavation on a specific area in hopes to recover answers.(references coming) Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan completes the story of Dyatlov pass and the fate of the 9 hikers in this 2nd part. We discuss curious autopsy findings, theories and more.https://dyatlovpass.com/https://ethz.ch/en/news-and-events/eth-news/news/2022/03/the-dyatlov-pass-mystery-and-what-a-research-article-can-trigger.htmlhttps://www.history.com/news/dyatlov-pass-incident-soviet-hiker-death-mysteryhttps://cdp.dhs.gov/shared/se/courses/default/AWR-923-W%2005122021%201.2-20210512144644/groups/31.html Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan Discusses the Mystery of the 9 Hikers in the now-named Dyatlov pass. In February 1959, nine experienced hikers ventured into the Ural Mountains of the Soviet Union. Their journey took a terrifying turn when they mysteriously perished in an event that remains unsolved to this day. This 2 part series delves into the Dyatlov Pass Incident, exploring the hikers' final days as told in a shared diary, the baffling evidence left behind, and the numerous theories attempting to explain their gruesome fate.... AND A SUSPICIOUS MANDOLIN.https://dyatlovpass.com/https://ethz.ch/en/news-and-events/eth-news/news/2022/03/the-dyatlov-pass-mystery-and-what-a-research-article-can-trigger.htmlhttps://www.history.com/news/dyatlov-pass-incident-soviet-hiker-death-mysteryhttps://cdp.dhs.gov/shared/se/courses/default/AWR-923-W%2005122021%201.2-20210512144644/groups/31.html Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**Please forgive our technical difficulties once again! Better quality is coming next week!**Kristy delves into a story of a chilling discovery, a secret unearthed on All Hallows' Eve. A forgotten relic of a bygone war, a rusty old footlocker dating back to the 1930's, held a macabre treasure within its aged walls. Not gold, not jewels, but something far more disturbing. Bones that whispered of a life lost, a mystery shrouded in time, and a chilling reminder that some secrets refuse to stay buried.References:https://unsolved.com/gallery/skeleton-in-a-box/https://fox2now.com/news/true-crime/bones-in-a-box-mystery-of-missing-illinois-veteran-solved/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technician_fifth_grade#:~:text=Technician%20fifth%20grade%20(abbreviated%20T,Countryhttps://www.kulr8.com/news/body-identified-in-1960s-missing-persons-case/article_1d2553a7-40d6-550e-85ae-bc24e3783f29.html Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 Kristy tells us about the dark history of black-market adoptions in the early-mid 1900's, focusing on one diabolical woman by the name of Georgia Tann, who stole over 5000 children in the span of 30 years In Memphis, Tennessee.References:https://nypost.com/2017/06/17/this-woman-stole-children-from-the-poor-to-give-to-the-rich/https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1993-03-21-tv-13236-story.htmlhttps://repository.uclawsf.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1428&context=hwlj Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan tells us about 2 young girls who take fantasy a little too far when they offer their friend up as a sacrifice to the Slender Man.Resources: https://people.com/slender-man-stabbing-where-are-anissa-weier-morgan-geyser-now-8643057https://www.biography.com/crime/a63393305/slenderman-stabbing-case-updateshttps://www.cnn.com/2025/01/10/us/slender-man-assailant-release-psychiatric-hospital/index.htmlhttps://www.scribd.com/document/727806486/Folklore-Horror-Stories-and-the-Slender-Man-The-Development-of-an-Internet-Mythology-by-Shira-Chess-Eric-Newsom2016 HBO Documentary "Beware The Slenderman" available on Crave Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristy throws it back close to home with an explosion that takes place at an explosives plant in 1975 that is now the site of the Douglas Square Shopping Centre in Calgary AB....But when you hear one man's story, you will be questioning destiny.Referenceshttps://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/fortney-explosive-day-in-calgarys-history-almost-forgotten http://www.nakina.net/private/cilx.htmlhttp://www.republicofmining.com/2010/05/27/a-brief-history-of-unions-in-sudbury-%E2%80%93-c-anderson-august-1970/https://legionmagazine.com/en/2016/02/the-bomb-girls-of-ajax/https://www.thestar.com/yourtoronto/once-upon-a-city-archives/2016/06/04/once-upon-a-city-women-who-were-unsung-heroes-of-war-effort.htmlhttp://central.bac-lac.gc.ca/.redirect?app=fonandcol&id=4914693&lang=enghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Industries_Limited Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On March 12th 2011, store manager Rachel Oertli discovers Jayna's lifeless body in her store, and another employee, Brittany, tied to the bathroom. According to Brittany, two masked assailants followed the pair back into the store that night. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristy brings the history and Meaghan brings the crime. Merry Christmas to all! And to all some good wine!! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan takes us through some dark history of the Chicago Projects that were a result of racism and segregation, before narrowing in on a terrifying murder of a beautiful 52 year old woman just trying to make it in Chicago despite her crippling paranoia and mental health diagnoses, in a city still plagued by racism in 1987. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1830 Salem Massachusetts, a wealthy retired merchant named Joseph White disinherited his great niece when he learns or her marrying the town gold digger, Joseph Knapp Jr. But Joseph is a cocky know-it-all, or so he THINKS, and his plan to overthrow his great uncle-in-law's will is soiled because his greed clouded his judgement. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ronald Clark O'Bryan lived with his wife Daynene and two children, Timothy and Elizabeth, in Deer Park, Texas, a middle-class suburb of Houston. He worked as an optician and served as a deacon at a Baptist church, where he sang in the choir and oversaw the parochial bus program. Those who knew O'Bryan considered him a model citizen. One pastor described O'Bryan as “a good, Christian man and an above-average father.” He was a wolf in sheep's clothing... Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Randall Blythe is an American vocalist, best known as the lead singer and lyricist of heavy metal band Lamb of God and Burn The Priest. He has also performed guest vocals for numerous other bands. At the end of June 2012, Blythe was arrested, charged and remanded in custody by the Czech authorities in connection with an incident that had happened during Lamb of God's previous concert in Prague two years earlier. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A 15 year old boy, desperate to win his brother's approval, fails to see the danger his brother's life choices have gotten him into. Convinced he is having the days-long party of a lifetime, Nick is unaware of the true evils the people his brother associates with are capable of. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The notorious Cecil Hotel grows in infamy when guest Elisa Lam vanishes. But what happened to her? Is it a case of mis-managed mental health, or something more nefarious? Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Wengert Family is one of Las Vegas' most prominent families, and were pioneers in the city's early development. Built in 1938, their Tudor style home holds many secrets, and alleged hauntings -- especially now under it's new ownership. Fresh off the plane from Las Vegas herself, Kristy tells us all about this mysterious mansion, a home unlike any other, in the city that never sleeps. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristy gets a little extraterrestrial in this telling of an alien entity known as Indrid Cold, speaking extensively on Woodrow Derenberger's numerous encounters with the entity and even a trip to his home planet, Lanulos. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DARK HISTORYMeaghan brings us back in time to the morning of December 6th 1917 when a French cargo ship collides with a Norwegian vessel which would cause the largest human-made explosion at that time, after the explosion released the equivalent energy of roughly 2.9 kilotons of TNT Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristy tells us a twisted story of a jealous lover and the lengths she will go to claim what she believes is hers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meaghan keeps it SUPER close to home for us on the podcast with 2 murders from the Calgary/Okotoks/High River areas, as two men who formed a curious friendship under a surprising circumstance prowl the streets in search of their next victim. But could there be more across Canada?

Kristy tells a horrifying survivor case, where Elisabeth Fritzl escapes her captor after 24 years.

Kristy takes us a wild ride, quite literally, as she tells us about Jason Brian Dalton who is allegedly possessed by the Uber app.

On today's episode Meaghan tells us of an online love triangle gone wrong.

Auntie B is back with another episode!! Hear about a mother's terrifying ordeal as she races the clock to save her kidnapped daughter from the menacing man on the other line of her cell phone. Audio: #TextMeWhenYouGetHome, Season 2 Episode 4 Resources: https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=e042fa861d053235JmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTMwNw&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=kamryn+johnson+kidnapping&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cubXlsaWZldGltZS5jb20vc2hvd3MvdGV4dG1ld2hlbnlvdWdldGhvbWUvc2Vhc29uLTIvZXBpc29kZS00&ntb=1 https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=1ecc397fced502c1JmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTMyOQ&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=kamryn+johnson+kidnapping&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly90di5hcHBsZS5jb20vdXMvZXBpc29kZS9rYW15cm4tam9obnNvbi91bWMuY21jLnZ5d2x1eTF3NDFzMmIyNDNwZ3dqOHh0Ng&ntb=1 https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=f43037fc7baa2778JmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTIxOQ&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=virtual+kidnapping&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZmJpLmdvdi9uZXdzL3N0b3JpZXMvdmlydHVhbC1raWRuYXBwaW5n&ntb=1 https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=5403139f3b9f77fdJmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTIyMg&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=virtual+kidnapping+canada&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly9iYy1jYi5yY21wLWdyYy5nYy5jYS9WaWV3UGFnZS5hY3Rpb24_c2l0ZU5vZGVJZD0yMDgxJmxhbmd1YWdlSWQ9MSZjb250ZW50SWQ9NTY5NDc&ntb=1 https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=7162e18eaa697a0aJmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTIwMg&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=virtual+kidnapping+canada&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly9nbG9iYWxuZXdzLmNhL25ld3MvOTMwMTYzNi92aXJ0dWFsLWtpZG5hcHBpbmctc2NhbS1ub3J0aC12YW5jb3V2ZXIv&ntb=1 https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=5487ac62855e3aa0JmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTIxMg&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=jenniferstefano+virtual+kidnapping&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuY25uLmNvbS8yMDIzLzA0LzI5L3VzL2FpLXNjYW0tY2FsbHMta2lkbmFwcGluZy1jZWMvaW5kZXguaHRtbA&ntb=1 https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=97004e7757863857JmltdHM9MTcwNzM1MDQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wNGJlYTc3NS04M2M0LTZkYmQtMjRiYi1iNDQzODI3ZTZjYzQmaW5zaWQ9NTI5Mw&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=04bea775-83c4-6dbd-24bb-b443827e6cc4&psq=jenniferstefano+virtual+kidnapping&u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudGhlZ3VhcmRpYW4uY29tL3VzLW5ld3MvMjAyMy9qdW4vMTQvYWkta2lkbmFwcGluZy1zY2FtLXNlbmF0ZS1oZWFyaW5nLWplbm5pZmVyLWRlc3RlZmFubw&ntb=1

You have CAT to be KITTEN us right meow! Life is testing us this week so we are bringing you something fun & light! Enjoy! **remotely recorded, sorry for the poor audio!*

Meaghan, Kristy & Auntie B take a trip through the highs and lows of 2023, top cases, top episodes, and updates!

Meaghan continues to give you the Grimey and the Crimey while Kristy serves up some Pagan oranges.

Meaghan gives you the Grimey and the Crimey while Kristy serves up some Pagan oranges.

Josh Maddux went missing in 2008, his mummified body was found 7 years later in a chimney of an abandoned cabin. How did he get there? Was it an accident? Was it a murder? We wanna hear your theories. e-mail us at homebrewmurdercrew@gmail.com with your theories. Sources: https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/strange-indoors/joshua-maddux https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3255121/Body-18-year-old-missing-7-years-chimney.html

This episode details one daughter's ghastly plot of revenge on her mother for making her a victim of false ailments that were created and and imposed on her by her mother (Munchausen Syndrome by proxy, Now called Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another)

Vegas, baby! In this episode, Kristy tells us all about the Luxor hotel in Las Vegas, it's blunders with replicating history, ghastly murders and suicides, and haunted halls. What happens in Vegas…

For seven months following his escape from prison, where he was serving a life sentence for the murder of an elderly couple John and Mary Glendenning, Allan Legere committed 4 more murders, terrorizing the province of New Brunswick, earning himself the title of "The Monster of Miramichi" Sources: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/accomplice-of-serial-killer-legere-granted-full-parole-1.673334 https://globalnews.ca/news/5398141/accomplice-monster-miramichi-serial-killer/ https://serialdispatches.com/alphabetical-list-of-serial-killers/list-of-serial-killers-l/legere-allan-joseph/ https://original.newsbreak.com/@true-crime-mysteries-megan-1588233/2746794920174-canadian-serial-killer-allan-legere https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/scott-curtis-died-allan-legere-murder-miramichi-1.5172005 https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/allan-legere-case https://www.unb.ca/fredericton/law/library/_resources/pdf/legal-materials/allan-legere/chronology-of-events.pdf

Between 2010 and 2017, a total of eight men disappeared from the neighborhood of Church and Wellesley, the LGBTQ village of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The investigation into the disappearances, taken up by two successive police task forces, eventually led to Bruce McArthur, a 66-year-old self-employed Toronto landscaper, whom they then arrested on January 18, 2018. On January 29, 2019, McArthur pleaded guilty to eight counts of first-degree murder in Ontario Superior Court  and was subsequently sentenced to life imprisonment with no eligibility for parole for twenty-five years. He is the most prolific known serial killer to have been active in Toronto, and the oldest known serial killer in Canada.

Auntie B shares some rather alarming details regarding a serial killer in Winnipeg as recent as last year. Jeremy Skibicki is currently charged with 4 counts of first degree murder for the killings of 4 indigenous women. The case is ongoing.

On our very first U-Brew episode we share our listeners experiences with Parasomnias and Sleep Paralysis.