Monster Med: Morbid Medical Places

Welcome back to Haunted Homebodies, where we discuss cozy horror classics, paired with a side of haunted history! We're kicking off the episode by sharing the results of our Army of Nightmares Championship bracket and, of course, discussing The Cabin in the Woods again (Will we ever stop? Not likely).In today's episode, Ashley and Sara chat about the 1996 witchy dark fantasy, The Craft. From our love of Nancy/Fairuza Balk and cozy coven sleepovers, to our challenges connecting with other characters and the plot in general, we have thoughts… and of course, we are here to share them with you! Stick around to the end of the episode, to learn about Pat Devin, the real-life witch who injected The Craft with representations of witchcraft in a movie that don't actually suck. Resources for Today's Episode:The Cabin in the Woods Reddit ThreadDark Horse Music VideoAn Interview With Pat Devin - WychwoodThe Real-Life Witch Who Heavily Influenced The Craft - SlashFilmThe Surprising Consultant That Was Hired For The Craft - LooperThe Cabin In the Woods Fandom WikiJoin Our Cozy Coven:Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!Watch Full Video Episodes on YouTube!Subscribe to Our Substack!Try Virtual Pelvic Health With Kins (Ask for me! Ashley Drake, DPT)Kins Physical TherapyCredits:Music: Goosebumps by Veace D

Hop in the RV is time to head to The Cabin in the Woods! Join Ashley and Sara as they dissect this shocking and hilarious film that shakes up the horror genre, and gifted us with a truly unique scary story. From Sara's love of Bradley Whitford to our votes for the deadliest monster in the Army of Nightmares, we hope you'll enjoy this twisted ride!And in today's scary story segment, Ashley shares her original piece of flash fiction and research based on the real-life legend of the North Pond Hermit of Maine.Resources for Today's Episode:Every Reference In Cabin in the Woods - @GoodBadFlicks21 Details You Might Have Missed in ‘The Cabin in the Woods'The Stranger in the Woods - By Michael FinkelJoin Our Cozy Coven:Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!Watch Full Video Episodes on YouTube!Subscribe to Our Substack!Credits:Music: Goosebumps by Veace D

“Do you like scary movies?” Today, Ashley and Sara will be chatting about the meta-slasher-who-dunnit– Wes Craven's Scream. From Matthew Lillard's one-liners to Neve Campbell's stellar performance as the greatest final girl of all time, we are unpacking all of our favorite moments and some fun behind-the-scenes facts from this 1996 classic. Stick around to the end of the episode to hear about the creepy and unexpected origin story behind the Ghostface mask.  Resources for Today's Episode:https://www.thethings.com/drew-barrymore-scream-role-casey-twist/https://diariesofnote.com/2023/01/22/a-vast-endless-scream/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/wes-cravens-last-interview-horror-788393/https://nightmarenostalgia.com/2022/01/12/every-horror-movie-referenced-in-scream-1996/https://www.fangoria.com/lorens-ghost-the-haunted-history-of-the-scream-mask/Timestamps:TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Intro00:25 Host Catch-Up03:41 Have You Ever Received A Creepy Phone Call?08:17 Scream Movie Introduction19:44 Scream Movie Recap1:04:20 Would You Like to Play A Game? Scary Movie Trivia Segment1:10:14 Scary Story Segment: Ghost Face Mask Lore1:15:29 OutroJoin Our Cozy Coven:Follow us on Instagram and TikTok!Watch Full Video Episodes on YouTube!Subscribe to our Substack!Credits:Music: Goosebumps by Veace D

Hey, homebodies - it's a cozy nightmare in here! Welcome to Haunted Homebodies, where we dissect our favorite creepy comfort films that capture the coziness of Fall and help us bottle the magic of Halloween all year long. In our first episode, we discuss the genre-bending, witchy fever dream that is Practical Magic, and Ashley shares her original flash fiction story based on the first woman condemned of witchcraft in 14th-century Ireland.Articles:https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-features/practical-magic-midnight-margaritas-oral-history-1235095859/https://alicekytelerfestival.com/about-2/

Waiting for this episode is like waiting for rain in this drought. . .Ashley and Sara live vicariously through Hillary Duff to see their dreams of becoming a diner girl (or just living in an attic?) come true. This one's a millennial classic, folks! Come for the 11% Rotten Tomatoes rating, stay for the on-screen T9 texting. And never forget - don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game. Articles + Links:⁠18 Little Details And Tidbits You'll Never Unsee Again In "A Cinderella Story", by Farrah Penn for Buzzfeed, published on April 7, 2020⁠⁠Chad Michael Murray Has The Perfect Idea For "A Cinderella Story 2", by Haley Sprankle for Brit + Co, published on June 10, 2024⁠⁠Filming locations⁠⁠The 1994 Northridge Earthquake⁠

Pack your bags—we're headed to cozy town! This week, Ashley and Sara take a nostalgic detour through their childhood hometown before venturing into the dreamiest fictional towns ever created. Sure, some of them may have a suspiciously high crime rate, but that won't stop us from wanting to move in. Warm vibes, charming streets, and just a few mysterious happenings? Sounds like home to us!

It's part 2, Betty Heads! We are back this week with Part 2 of our discussion on the (cult) classic Ugly Betty. Today, we will discuss Sara's love of series finales, our other favorite episodes, more villain chat, and the groundbreaking representation that made Ugly Betty a multi-culti hit.Articles/Links:Ugly Betty's Problematic Transgender Character Arc: An Expose, By Tanner Muller, written for Star Observer, published on January 20, 2021Wilhelmina is the True Trans Character of Ugly Betty, By Cass Ball for The Niche, published on November 14, 2019Eric Mabius Slams ABC over ‘Ugly Betty' Axe, By Catriona Wightman for Digital Spy, published on June 1, 2011Ugly Betty star Rebecca Romijn reveals she ‘jumped at the chance' to play trans character Alexis Meade, By Marcus Wratten for Pink News, published on July 6, 2023.

Hey, cozy friends! Today, we will be chatting about one of Ashley and Sara's favorite comfort watches, Ugly Betty, which aired on ABC from 2006-2010. Despite only running for four seasons (please reboot!), Betty Suarez stole our hearts and kept Ashley's dream of working at a high-end fashion machine alive for many years to come. In Part 1 of our two-part series on Ugly Betty, we discuss what makes this show so loveable and dive deep into the friendships, rivalries, family dynamics, and romantic relationships throughout the series. Articles/Links:KT Tunstall - Suddenly I See Music VideoThe Devil Wears Prada A New MusicalRemembering Silvio HortaHenry Reddit rant'Ugly Betty' Star America Ferrera Is 'Heartbroken' Over the Death of Show's Creator Silvio Horta, By Ashley Horcher for People, Published January 7, 2020

Happy Valentine's Day, my loves! In today's episode, Ashley and Sara chat about the TV and movie villains that have stolen our hearts over the years. From the dramatic to the downright dastardly, there are some villains that we just can't help but root for. We also unpack a few other villains that the internet loves (or loves to hate) and find out which Y2K villain Sara wants to take to prom.Articles:TV And Movie Villains That Were So Good We Were Almost Rooting For Them - by  Benjamin Dzialdowski, published on Buzzfeed, January 29, 2023.Reclaiming Queer Coded Disney Villains - by Max Newman, published by The Michigan Daily, November 14, 2023.

It's about to get downright cozy in here, millennials! Welcome to our new show, Comfort Culture, where we chat about the TV shows, movies, and memories that warm our anxious little 30-something hearts. In our first episode, we discuss the ONE COMFORT WATCH TO RULE THEM ALL Peter Jackson's epic adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's literary masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings.  From finding our first crushes in Middle Earth to strong female characters and tender male friendships, we break down a few of the reasons that these films have brought us so much comfort over the years. Editor's note: A warm beverage, a fluffy blanket, and a fluffier pet are recommended but not required when listening to this podcast. Article:“How ‘Lord of the Rings' Became ‘Star Wars' for Millennial Women” By Nikita Richardson, published on Nytimes.com on 12/19/2021.

Hello friends! It's the end of an era—Don't Look Under the Med has officially come to a close. We are so grateful for all those who have listened to and supported us over the past two seasons! But wait! Don't go anywhere just yet. Sara and I will be starting a new podcast called Comfort Culture, which will launch on Thursday, 2/6/25. This podcast will explore the nostalgic movies and TV shows that shaped our childhood and continue to provide us comfort today as two anxious millennial adults. We will dive deep into some of our favorites, like Lord of the Rings and Gilmore Girls, unpack the themes that keep us coming back for more, and celebrate the good, the bad, and the ugly phases of growing up in the time of video stores, landlines, and Y2K. We would love it if you'd like to stick with us for this new chapter- all you have to do is stay subscribed right here and tune in for new weekly episodes of Comfort Culture in February. With that, we bid a fond farewell to Don't Look Under the Med. All episodes will be archived one week from today, on January 15th. Thank you again, listeners. Bye, for now!

Welcome to the last stop of Season 2! Thank you so much for joining us on this ride.  Today, Ashley and Sara will be discussing Nellie Bly, an American journalist who went undercover to one of New York's most notorious mental health asylums, the Women's Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island, in 1887. The subsequent expose of her 10-day ordeal, called “Ten Days in a Mad-House” provided a first-hand account of the deplorable conditions and treatment of patient's at the asylum leading to important healthcare changes.  If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Books: Bly, N. (2017). Ten Days in a mad-house: Illustrated and annotated: A first-hand account of life at Bellevue Hospital on Blackwell's Island in 1887. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.  Articles: National Women's History Museum- Nellie Bly, by Arlisha R. Norwood The Biography.com website- Nellie Bly - Story, Timeline & Facts, by Biography.com Editors Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Happy New Year! Thank you for being a part of our journey this year. We are looking forward to sharing more medical misadventures with you in 2024.  Today Sara and Ashley discuss the deadliest fire in Boston's history and how its aftermath influenced the way hospitals treat burn victims and respond to mass casualties. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Books: Pletcher, L. (2017). Massachusetts Disasters: True Stories of Tragedy and Survival. Globe Pequot. Articles: Bench Press- How the Cocoanut Grove Fire Changed Burn Care at Mass General and Beyond, by Andrew Glyman Academic Articles: Saffle JR. The 1942 fire at Boston's Cocoanut Grove nightclub. Am J Surg. 1993 Dec;166(6):581-91. doi: 10.1016/s0002-9610(05)80661-0. PMID: 8273835. Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Welcome to the conclusion of our discussion of Dr. Harry Bailey and his controversial practice of deep sleep therapy. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Books: Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. Articles: Australian Dictionary of Biography: Harry Richard Bailey, by Stephen Garton Wikipedia: Sodium Bromide Mayo Clinic: Drugs and Supplements: Barbiturate WebMD: Barbiturate Misuse, by WebMD Editorial Contributors Scientific American: What Is A Medically Induced Coma and Why Is It Used?, by David Biello Mad In America: Deep Sleep “Therapy” in Australia in 1960s & ‘70s: Could Something Like This Happen Today?, by Phillip Hickey, Ph.D., August 27, 2020 Youtube Videos: John Edginton Documentaries: Deep Sleep: Killer Doctor's ‘Experimental' Treatment Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Dr. Harry Bailey was once a prominent name in the psychiatric community, but his reputation now is far from respected. This is due to his practice of Deep Sleep Therapy in the 1960s and '70s at Chelmsford Hospital. This controversial treatment involved administering patients with medication to heavily sedate them, at times to the point of a comatose state. The treatment was frequently used to treat psychiatric conditions like depression, but patients were referred to Dr. Bailey to undergo this “therapy” for anything from obesity to headaches. Unfortunately, the treatment led to the death of several individuals under Dr. Bailey's care. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Books: Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. Articles: Australian Dictionary of Biography: Harry Richard Bailey, by Stephen Garton Wikipedia: Sodium Bromide Mayo Clinic: Drugs and Supplements: Barbiturate WebMD: Barbiturate Misuse, by WebMD Editorial Contributors Mad In America: Deep Sleep “Therapy” in Australia in 1960s & ‘70s: Could Something Like This Happen Today?, by Phillip Hickey, Ph.D., August 27, 2020 Youtube Videos: John Edginton Documentaries: Deep Sleep: Killer Doctor's ‘Experimental' Treatment Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Join Ashley and Sara for today's episode in which they discuss the dark history of Metropolitan State Hospital and learn how it earned the ominous nickname “The Hospital of Seven Teeth.” If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Books: Rebello, Tammy & L.F. Blanchard (2016). Abandoned Asylums of Massachusetts. Arcadia Publishing.  Articles: The Burlington Free Press: Dismembered Body Found at State Hospital, 1980 Boston Globe: Body Found in 3 Graves, A Patient Arraigned, 1980 World Abandoned: Metropolitan State Hospital Atlas Obscura: Metropolitan State Hospital Go Xplr: Metropolitan State Hospital Opacity: Metropolitan State Hospital Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

While the hospital is a place of science and medicine, this does not keep our human tendency to be superstitious at bay. In today's episode we will be exploring a few of the most common hospital superstitions, their origins, and if there is any scientific evidence to support them. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Articles: ABC: Friday the 13th and Emergency Departments, by Oliva Willis for Sum of All Parts Fusion Medical Staffing: Top 5 ER Superstitions, by Megan Bebout Healthline: How Does a Full Moon Affect Our Physical and Mental Well-Being?, by Rebecca Joy Stanborough, MFA The Washington Post: Friday the 13th: Things You Should Know, by Valerie Strauss CNN: Why is Friday the 13th Unlucky? The Cultural Origins of An Enduring Superstition, by Christobel Hastings Academic Articles:  Wu YW, Lai WS, Chen YC. [Superstitious Beliefs Among Healthcare Providers: A Concept Analysis]. Hu Li Za Zhi. 2023 Jun;70(3):85-93. Chinese. doi: 10.6224/JN.202306_70(3).11. PMID: 37259654. Johnson G. The Q**** Study – basic randomised evaluation of attendance at a children's emergency department. Emergency Medicine Journal 2010;27:A11. Zargar M, Khaji A, Kaviani A, Karbakhsh M, Yunesian M, Abdollahi M. The full moon and admission to emergency rooms. Indian J Med Sci. 2004 May;58(5):191-5. PMID: 15166467. Lo BM, Visintainer CM, Best HA, Beydoun HA. Answering the myth: use of emergency services on Friday the 13th. Am J Emerg Med. 2012 Jul;30(6):886-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2011.06.008. Epub 2011 Aug 19. PMID: 21855260.Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

We are back today with two more haunted hospital locations!  In this series we share ghostly tales and eerie happenings in the world's creepiest hospitals, asylums, and other medical establishments. While this episode may be lighter on our usual cold, hard facts, you know we can't resist sharing a bit of history along the way! If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Articles: US Ghost Adventures - Royal Hope Hospital Film School Rejects - Digging up the Problem of the Indian Burial Ground Trope Trolley Tours - Spanish Military Hospital Museum US Ghost Adventures - Old Tooele Hospital TV Episodes:  Travel Channel - Ghost Adventures, Tooele Hospital - S18, Ep5 - Aired: 05/27/2011 Travel Channel - Ghost Adventures, Asylum 49 - S18, Ep5 - Aired: 07/15/2017 Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

It's that time of year, y'all! To kick off October, our favorite month of the year, Ashley and Sara will be launching a new series called Haunted Hospitals. In this series we will share ghostly tales and eerie happenings in the world's creepiest hospitals, asylums, and other medical establishments. While this episode may be lighter on our usual cold, hard facts, you know we can't resist sharing a bit of history along the way! If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Articles: Rolling Hills Asylum - History Step Out Buffalo - Rolling Hills Asylum Weird NJ - The Haunting of Rolling Hils Asylum  US Ghost Adventures - St. Ignatius Hospital Moscow-Pullman Daily News - Perfect space for ‘too many ideas' The Spokesman Review - St. Ignatius in Colfax finding new life as a haunted hospital Spokane Historical - St. Ignatius Hospital TV Episodes: Travel Channel - Ghost Adventures, Rolling Hills Asylum - S4, Ep2 - Aired: 09/24/2010 YouTube - Ghost Files - The Nightmare Nuns of St. Ignatius - S1, Ep3 - Aired: 10/07/2022 TLC - Paranormal Lockdown - St. Ignatius Hospital - S2, Ep4 - Aired: 01/06/2017 Travel Channel - Ghost Adventures - St. Ignatius Hospital - S21, Ep18 - Aired: 06/15/2019 Podcast Art By: Irit Mogilevsky --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Welcome to Part 3, the final installment in our series on Dr. Jack Kevorkian! In today's episode Ashley and Sara will discuss the systems Dr. Kevorkian utilized to attempt to evade legal repercussions and meet his own moral and ethical standards, the events that led Michigan lawmakers to create a bill outlawing assisted suicide in 1993, and the case that would end it all. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Articles: The New England Journal of Medicine- Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia in Michigan, by Bachman, Doukas, Lichtenstein, and Alcser PBS: Frontline- Memorandum Regarding Investigation Into the Death of Hugh Gale, by Carl J. Marlinga, Prosecuting Attorney Books: Brovins, Joan M., and Thomas H. Oehmke (1993). Dr. Death: Dr. Jack Kevorkian's Rx: Death. Lifetime Books.  Podcasts: Court TV Podcast - Judgement of Dr. Jack Kevorkian Youtube: 60 Minutes Archives: An Interview with Dr. Jack Kevorkian CNN: 2010: Kevorkian Admits to Helping Dozens Die Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Find out more information here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Today, in part 2 of our series on Dr. Jack Kevorkian Ashley and Sara will discuss Kevorkian's early career as a self-proclaimed obitiatrist, or practitioner of physician-assisted death. We will also be discussing Kevorkian's early legal troubles and his path to becoming one of the most controversial individuals in medical history. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode. Articles: CNN- Physician-Assisted Suicide Fast Facts, by CNN Editorial Research Staff Death With Dignity - Medical Aid in Dying As And End-Of-Life Option Offers Death With Dignity, by Chris Haring TMZ- Zac Bagans: I Bought Dr. Kevorkian's DEATH MOBILE The New York Times - Dr. Jack Kevorkian Dies at 83; A Doctor Who Helped End Lives, by Keith Schneider The New York Times - Doctor Tells of First Death Using Suicide Machine, by Lisa Belkin Books: Brovins, Joan M., and Thomas H. Oehmke (1993). Dr. Death: Dr. Jack Kevorkian's Rx: Death. Lifetime Books.  Podcasts: Court TV Podcast - Judgement of Dr. Jack Kevorkian Other: Picture of the Thanatron/Mercitron 1992 Michigan Law that banned assisting suicide Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Find out more information here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Between the years of 1990 and 1999, Dr. Jack Kevorkian assisted as many as 130 people to end their lives. Dr. Kevorkian was a staunch supporter of physician-assisted death and was willing to push the ethical, moral, and legal boundaries of medicine in order to fulfill his mission.  Today, in part 1 of our series on Dr. Jack Kevorkian Ashley and Sara will discuss the history of physician-assisted death, ethical considerations and controversy surrounding the Death With Dignity movement in the United States, and Dr. Kevorkian's early life including the events that led to the development of his “death machine”, the Mercitron. If you are enjoying Don't Look Under the Med, please help us out and leave a five-star review! And make sure you follow the podcast on your favorite platform so you never miss an episode! Articles: CNN- Physician-Assisted Suicide Fast Facts, by CNN Editorial Research Staff Death With Dignity - Medical Aid in Dying As And End-Of-Life Option Offers Death With Dignity, by Chris Haring TMZ- Zac Bagans: I Bought Dr. Kevorkian's DEATH MOBILE The New York Times - Dr. Jack Kevorkian Dies at 83; A Doctor Who Helped End Lives, by Keith Schneider Books: Brovins, Joan M., and Thomas H. Oehmke (1993). Dr. Death: Dr. Jack Kevorkian's Rx: Death. Lifetime Books.  Podcasts: Court TV Podcast - Judgement of Dr. Jack Kevorkian Picture of the Thanatron/Mercitron Resources: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Find out more information here. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Monster Med is back but now with a new name and a new co-host! Make sure to subscribe to Don't Look Under The Med: Macabre Medical Stories to make sure you never miss a creepy moment. In today's second episode of the two part series, Sara and Ashley step into the chilling world of one of America's first-known female serial killers, “Jolly” Jane Toppan. Jane Toppan was a relatively well-respected nurse who worked and lived in the Boston area, and between the years of 1880 and 1901 went on a murder spree, poisoning friends, patients, and acquaintances.  From escaping debts to advancing her career, nurse Toppan's motives to kill were as diverse as they were sinister.  Join us as we piece together Jane Toppan's early life, her quick turn from what appeared to be a promising nursing career to murder, and the investigation that eventually brought her to justice. Articles: Lowell Historical Society - Lowell's Ties to “Jolly” Jane, Massachusetts' Female Serial Killer Radford University: Department of Psychology - Jane Toppan - “Jolly Jane”, researched by Emily Allen, Alana Averill, and Emmeline Cook  Books: Ciminio, Al (2032). Angels of Death: Murderous Medics, Nefarious Nurses and Killer Carers. Arcturus Holdings Limited. Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Monster Med is back but now with a new name and a new co-host! Make sure to subscribe to Don't Look Under The Med: Macabre Medical Stories to make sure you never miss a creepy moment. In today's episode, Sara and Ashley step into the chilling world of one of America's first-known female serial killers, “Jolly” Jane Toppan. Jane Toppan was a relatively well-respected nurse who worked and lived in the Boston area, and between the years of 1880 and 1901 went on a murder spree, poisoning friends, patients, and acquaintances.  From escaping debts to advancing her career, nurse Toppan's motives to kill were as diverse as they were sinister.  Join us as we piece together Jane Toppan's early life, her quick turn from what appeared to be a promising nursing career to murder, and the investigation that eventually brought her to justice. Articles: Lowell Historical Society - Lowell's Ties to “Jolly” Jane, Massachusetts' Female Serial Killer Radford University: Department of Psychology - Jane Toppan - “Jolly Jane”, researched by Emily Allen, Alana Averill, and Emmeline Cook  Books: Ciminio, Al (2032). Angels of Death: Murderous Medics, Nefarious Nurses and Killer Carers. Arcturus Holdings Limited. Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

WE'RE BACK BABY! After a rather long hiatus, I am super excited to announce that the podcast will return in one short week. So buckle up and get ready for more fun, creepy medical chats coming your way! Monster Med is now known as Don't Look Under The Med: Macabre Medical Stories, and joining me as co-host in this fresh new chapter is my childhood best friend, Sara, who shares my passion for well... pretty much everything. Together we will share stories of haunted hospitals, murderous healthcare providers, and horrific medical procedures- you know, all the fun stuff you've come to expect from me up until this point. Tune in on August 21st, to hear our chat about serial killer nurse, "Jolly" Jane Toppan. Be there, and be scared! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dontlookunderthemed/support

Waverly Hills Sanatorium provided medical care in response to the Tuberculosis outbreak in Louisville, Kentucky, from 1910 to 1961. Although the exact number is unknown, the total number of deaths within Waverly's walls is estimated to be between 50 to 64 thousand. Since its closure, the main sanatorium building was briefly opened as a geriatric care center before being closed by the government. It is now privately owned and has gained a lot of attention from paranormal investigators as it is considered one of the most haunted locations in the world. Book Waverly Hills Sanatorium: A History, by Lynn Pohl Websites Waverly Hills Sanatorium Waverly Hills Historical Society Articles Buzzfeed- Notes For Unsolved: Waverly Hills Sanatorium, by Unsolved Research Notes Buzzfeed Staff Newspaper Article The Courier-Journal- Home's plan to close ends state's most intense probe, Published 15 Dec 1980, by Robert L. Pierce Youtube Paranormal Investigation - See inside the sanatorium now! OVERNIGHT in HAUNTED WAVERLY SANATORIUM: Evil Lives Forever, TFIL 1931 Government Tuberculosis film - See inside the sanatorium while it was open Waverly Hills 1931, Steve Russell Video Productions Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every other Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode, be sure to rate, review, and share! Stay monstrous, friends! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Other Instagram: @ashandcinn Podcast Website: www.monstermedpod.com Email: hello@monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina carved a devastating path of destruction through New Orleans, Louisiana, resulting in 1,833 reported fatalities. Considered the most significant loss was the deaths of 35 older and/or medically compromised adult residents at St. Rita's nursing home. In today's episode, we will explore the tragedy that occurred at St. Rita's and the trial of the nursing home's owners, Sal and Mabel Mangano. Book Flood of Lies: The St. Rita's Nursing Home Tragedy, by James A. Cobb, JR. Articles New York Times- Many of Hurricane Ian's Victims Were Older Adults Who Drowned, by By Mitch Smith, Frances Robles, Eliza Fawcett and Ava Sasani Global Action on Aging via USA TODAY- What Really Happened at St. Rita's?, by Laura Parker ABC News- Eight Years After Katrina: St. Rita's Owners 'Still Feel the Stigma', by Kelley Robinson nola.com- New assisted-living center at St. Rita's site fills need -- but stirs painful Katrina memories, by Chad Calder TV Special 48 Hours: No Way Out, CBS News Video Clips A Look Inside St. Rita's Three Years After Hurricane Katrina Lawyer James Cobb, Jr. talks about his book Flood of Lies Maps Louisiana Map Highlighting St. Bernard Parish St. Bernard Levee System Map Click here to support victims of Hurricane Ian in Florida. Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! If you enjoyed today's episode, be sure to rate, review, and share! Stay monstrous, friends! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Other Instagram: @ashandcinn Podcast Website: www.monstermedpod.com Email: hello@monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

“Starvation Heights” was the nickname given to the sanatorium, Wilderness Heights, built by Dr. Linda Hazzard as a place to offer the elite her “fasting cure.” Many people under her “care” ended up starving to death, only after she ensured that their riches were transferred to her. Articles Referenced During Episode: History Link - Hazzard, Linda Burfield (1867 - 1938), by Katherine Beck Smithsonian Magazine - The Doctor Who Starved Her Patients to Death, by Bess Lovejoy Books Referenced During Episode: Olsen, G. (1997). Starvation Heights: A True Story of Murder and Malice in the Woods of the Pacific Northwest. Random House. Ramsland, K.M. (2007). Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers: Why They Kill. Praeger Publishers. Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to rate, review, and share! Stay monstrous, friends! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

What is a worthy risk in the name of science? Today we will explore some of the lesser-known, yet most unethical medical experiments in U.S. history. Often prisoners, orphans, or patients at psychiatric or state hospitals were unfairly used as human subjects in these experiments. From shockingly strange experiments involving testicles, to willfully injected people with cancer cells, in this episode we explore the dark beginnings of medical research before the National Research Act and The Belmont Report in the 1970s tighten regulations on the use and treatment of human subjects. Articles Referenced During Episode: McGill: Office for Science and Society - 40 Years of Human Experimentation in America: The Tuskegee Study, by Ada McVean CNN Health - Unethical experiments' painful contributions to today's medicine, by Nina Avramova Discover Magazine - 5 Unethical Medical Experiments Brought Out of the Shadows of History, by Allison Futterman NBC News - Ugly past of U.S. human experiments uncovered, by Mike Stobbe Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to rate, review, and share! Stay monstrous, friends! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

Is (mental) health care a human right? Today is the second part of a two-episode series on the history of prison healthcare. In this series, we explore the extensive cross-over that exists between incarceration and mental illness, the medical and mental health services available to incarcerated people, and Supreme Court cases that shaped the way healthcare is provided to prisoners. We will also take a look at the history of solitary confinement and its impact including the history of the infamous Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia. Articles Referenced During Episode: The Philadelphia Inquirer- Incarceration: Inventing Solitary, by Samantha Melamed Federal Bureau of Prisons - Historical Information Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site - Timeline Books Insane: America's Criminal Treatment of Mental Illness, by Alisa Roth Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing, by Ted Conover Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes are released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode please take a minute to rate, review and share! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

Is (mental) health care a human right? Today is the first part of a two-episode series on the history of prison healthcare. In this series, we explore the extensive cross-over that exists between incarceration and mental illness, the medical and mental health services available to incarcerated people, and Supreme Court cases that shaped the way healthcare is provided to prisoners. We will also take a look at the history of solitary confinement and its impact on mental health. Stay monstrous! Articles Referenced During Episode: The Philadelphia Inquirer- Incarceration: Inventing Solitary, by Samantha Melamed Federal Bureau of Prisons - Historical Information The Marshall Project- Infected, Incarcerated, and Coming to an ICU Near You?, by Joseph Neff and Beth Schwartzapfel Books Insane: America's Criminal Treatment of Mental Illness, by Alisa Roth Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing, by Ted Conover Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to rate, review and share! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

The “hero complex” is a psychological term used to describe people with the compulsive, insatiable need to help others. This impulse is typically only harmful to the individual suffering from the complex, as they go above and beyond to help everyone and everything they can. But the hero complex can also manifest itself in criminal ways. These people create life-threatening scenarios which they have the skills to resolve, seeking recognition for their so-called heroic acts. This complex commonly shows up in careers meant to help others like law enforcement, fire and rescue, and nursing. Articles Referenced During Episode: University of Arkansas Criminal Justice Institute- The “Hero Syndrome”, by Sergeant Ben D. Cross The Washington Post- ‘Hero' Admits Planting Olympic Bomb, by Jay Mathews Vanity Fair- American Nightmare: The Ballad of Richard Jewell, by Marie Brenner Psychology Today- “Hero” Serial Killers: Some healthcare workers like the rush of “saving” patients they've endangered, by Katherine Ramsland, Ph.D. NPR- Former German Nurse Guilty of Killing 85 Patients In Serial Murder Case, by Bill Chappell The New York Times - Former Patient Points to Nurse In Murder Trial, by Philip S. Gutis Books Inside the Minds of Healthcare Serial Killers, by Katherine Ramsland, Ph.D. TV Shows/Movies: Manhunt: Deadly Games Richard Jewell Criminal Minds - Hero Syndrome Episodes Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to rate, review and share! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

The Pennhurst State School and Hospital was an institution opened in Pennsylvania in 1908 to house children with epilepsy and intellectual disabilities with the goal of eliminating such genes from the population. The history of Pennhurst is full of controversy, with undisputed reports of unsafe living conditions, abuse, resident, and lack of adequate care or education. Despite the horrific conditions endured by the children and adults who resided at Pennhurst, legal action against the facility contributed to positive social changes, including the right to education for all children. Articles Referenced During Episode: Pennhurst Memorial and Preservation Alliance Suffer The Little Children: The ground-breaking 1968 NBC10 Expose on Pennhurst State School by Bill Baldini Civil Rights Litigation Clearinghouse, Case: Halderman v. Pennhurst, Filed Date: May 30, 1974 Suspension For Doctor After Probe, The Indiana Gazette, 13 July 1968, Page 15 Ghost Adventures Episode on Pennhurst NPR, Haunted House Has Painful Past As Asylum The Pennhurst Longitudinal Study: Combined Report of Fiver Years of Research and Analysis, Published February 28, 1985 Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to rate, review and share! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), or electroshock therapy as called in its early years, is a medical treatment for mental illness with a dark history. Discussions of the procedure are often burdened with controversy, including its barbaric portrayal in media and its use by the Nazi party to kill those living in sanatoriums and nursing homes in Austria who were deemed “incurable.” Despite its morbid and complicated past, ECT is the only version of “shock therapy” still in use today. It is a safe and effective treatment for severe depression but remains haunted by the stigma attached to the procedure and medical diagnoses it is utilized to treat. Articles Referenced During Episode: BBC: The Surprising Benefits of Electroconvulsive Therapy, by Alex Riley The Journal of ECT - Letters to the Editor: Sylvia Plath Recovered Completely by Electroconvulsive Therapy at the Age of 21 Years and Might Have Been Saved by Another Series 9 Years Later, by Per Bergsholm, MD, PhD The Journal of ECT - An Eyewitness Account of the Discovery of Electroshock, by Ferdinando Accornero Mpls St Paul Magazine - The Last Days of Hemingway at Mayo Clinic, by John Rosengren Mayo Clinic - Electroconvulsive Therapy, by Mayo Clinic Staff Books: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, by Ken Kesey The Bell Jar, by Sylvia Plath Wishful Drinking, by Carrie Fisher Follow along to never miss a monstrous moment! New episodes released every Monday. If you enjoyed today's episode be sure to rate, review and share! Instagram: @monstermedpod Ashley's Instagram: @ashandcinn Website: www.monstermedpod.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/monstermedpod/support