Southern Belles and Chilling Tales

For those who haven't listened to the previous 2 episodes, you'll want to do that before listening to this one. This is part 3 on a short series about our beginnings here at Dark Academy. Those of you who are here when you're supposed to be, here is the 3rd and final part of the story. Enjoy

For those who haven't listened to the previous episode, you'll want to do that before listening to this one. This is part 2 on a short series about Dark Academy beginnings. Our beginnings here anyway. Those of you who are here when you're supposed to be, here is part 2. Enjoy

The next three episodes, including this one is a short series about something I've been promising: Dark Academy Lore. I'll be telling you the story of how I found the academy—including some local lore along the way. They're all really short, so I could have included them all in one. However, there were natural breaks in the story that made three parts make more sense. Btw sorry it took so long. I had to verify—check and double check—what I can and can not share with you at this time. So here is part 1. Hope you enjoy!

Tonight, we gather beneath the shadowed arches of the Dark Academy Chapel to honor one of our own, Becca, on the eve of her wedding. But before she may pledge her vows to the world, the Academy demands a secret ceremony to avoid a fate darker than death itself. Join me as we unearth chilling wedding lore — from jilted brides seeking revenge, to haunted bridal chambers, to corpse brides doomed to walk eternity alone. True crime tales of love turned lethal will serve as grim reminders of what happens when warnings go unheeded. And at the heart of it all, a spectral bride lingers... whispering to any Inductee brave enough to say "I do" without the Academy's blessing.Time is running out. Choose wisely... or be bound forever.

Welcome back to Dark Academy, Midnight Library Circle. Tonight, we descend into the shadowy caves where creatures linger, spirits stir, and explorers never return the same, if at all. From haunted tunnels and restless souls to a chilling disappearance in the Arctic wilds of Northern Canada.Join me in the Library as we discuss The Descent, cave creatures, feral men, Floyd Collins, haunts of Mammoth Cave, Anjikuni Lake, and more

Legends whisper of vast hidden worlds beneath our feet, lost civilizations, subterranean cities, and ancient beings that watch from the shadows. Could there be truth to the Hollow Earth Theory? In this episode, we open THE FORBIDDEN ARCHIVES to explore historical accounts, alleged government cover-ups, and eerie journal entries that hint at something lurking below. From Admiral Byrd's mysterious expedition to the Nazi obsession with Agartha, we follow the trails of those who dared to seek the truth and uncover the chilling reasons why their discoveries may have been buried.  Join me as we descend into the unknown. But be warned… some doors, once opened, can never be closed.  

In this episode of Dark Academy' Midnight Library Circle, we journey into the eerie realms of both fiction and reality. First, I review Salem's Lot (2024). I argue with myself for you. Then, we unravel three unsettling true stories. There's the case of Bobby Desmond, the young boy from Maine who disappeared without a trace. We explore the legend of Dudleytown, a so-called "cursed" ghost town in Connecticut where those who enter are said to never return the same, if at all. And finally, we travel to New Orleans to uncover the mystery of the Casquette Girls—virgin brides with a fangy secret-sent to the Ursuline Convent. We welcome you inside Dark Academy, but bewar, some stories have a way of following you home.  Chapters00:00 Opening story01:52 Warning02:41.70 Announcements04:41 Welcome Midnight Library Circle05:41 Salem's Lot Review10:17 Missing Children11:10 Robert “Bobby” Desmond15:27 Abandoned Towns16:11 Dudleytown Intro17:19 Warning17:52 Dudleytown24:38 Final Fright 31:04 Closing Announcements and Farewell

In this chilling episode of Dark Academy's Midnight Library, we delve into the eerie world of haunted dolls. First, I review the horror film Annabelle and discuss its connection to the infamous Raggedy Ann doll locked away in the Warrens' Occult Museum. Then, I recount the spine-tingling tales of Mandy, the porcelain doll that cries in the night, and Letta, the cursed doll with a dark history. To top it off, we explore the psychology behind why dolls creep us out. Are they just toys, or something far more sinister? Listen now… if you dare. Chapters  00:00 Warning 00:27 Intro 01:08 RIP Olivia Hussey 01:31.5 Review of Annabelle 05:06 The Real Annabelle 09:55 Satanic Cults 10:18 Canada's Mandy 14:04 Australia's Letta 19:35 Final Freight Fear of Dolls 21:31.5 Closing announcements  22:24 Farewell 

In this chilling episode of Dark Academy: Midnight Library, we dive into the 1974 horror classic "Black Christmas"—a film that helped define the slasher genre with its eerie phone calls and unsettling atmosphere. After our review, we explore the disturbing true story of Wayne Boden, known as "The Vampire Rapist," whose heinous crimes shocked Canada in the 1970s. Finally, we unravel the case believed to inspire the iconic urban legend of "the call coming from inside the house," featuring a babysitter's terrifying ordeal. Tune in for creepy connections between fiction and reality that will leave you double-checking your phone line!

In this episode , we dive into the chilling world of the 2017 horror film "The Ritual" and its dark themes of ancient worship and sacrifice. Inspired by the movie's unsettling lore, we explore real-life stories of rituals and mysterious disappearances.   We uncover the shocking serial killings in Fana, Mali, and the eerie disappearance of Dennis Martin, weaving in tales of modern and historical rituals that blur the line between superstition and horror. To balance the darkness, we also delve into the bizarre true story of the infamous “Cocaine Bear” Chapters 00:00 Opening 00:35 Intro and Announcements 1:55 Ritual review: 1:55 7:07 Ancient Rituals 11:58 False accusations of sacrifice 12:51 Vikings 13:39 Modern sacrifice 14:34 Fana Serial Killer 18:15 Missing in the woods 19:00 Denis Martin 23:04 Final Fright - Cocaine Bear 24:24 Closing Resources https://en.natmus.dk/historical-knowledge/denmark/prehistoric-period-until-1050-ad/the-viking-age/religion-magic-death-and-rituals/the-viking-blot-sacrifices/#:~:text=It%20was%20always%20important%20for,fertility%20or%20luck%20in%20battle. https://nypost.com/2020/07/04/why-hundreds-of-people-vanish-into-the-american-wilderness/ https://nypost.com/2023/06/14/us-national-park-visitors-disappearing-without-a-trace/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/human-sacrifice https://www.oxfordbibliographies.com/display/document/obo-9780199791231/obo-9780199791231-0272.xml#:~:text=As for texts about burning,as punishment of the parents. https://www.jstor.org/stable/219450 https://muse.jhu.edu/book/27519/#:~:text=One example, the Ghana Asante,in order to guarantee victory. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dahomey#Religion https://biblereadingarcheology.com/2016/05/13/did-the-canaanites-sacrifice-their-children/ https://www.ox.ac.uk/news/2014-01-23-ancient-carthaginians-really-did-sacrifice-their-children https://www.ancient-egypt.org/from-a-to-z/h/human-sacrifice.html#:~:text=When examining human sacrifice, the,is therefore not discussed here. https://www.youregypttours.com/egypt-tours-blog/sacrifice-in-ancient-egypt https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Dennis_Martin#:~:text=Dennis Lloyd Martin (born June,(150 km2) area. https://www.wbir.com/article/news/special-reports/the-vanished/the-vanished-dennis-martin/51-dea1f82d-4bfa-470b-9a69-5b2c603c1510

In this chilling Midnight Library session, we dive into the haunting legend of La Llorona, the weeping woman of Latin American folklore, and the curse that follows her story. Starting with the 2019 horror film “The Curse of La Llorona,” we explore the tale's key themes of loss, guilt, and revenge, and how this legendary mother, condemned to an eternity of sorrow, has resonated across cultures. We also turn our attention to real-life stories that echo the dark legacy of La Llorona, looking at the tragic cases of mothers like Diane Downs and Susan Smith, whose actions haunt our understanding of motherhood. Join us as we unravel folklore and fact, weaving together horror, history, and humanity. Resources Movie “The Curse of La Llorona” https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2021/10/la-llorona-an-introduction-to-the-weeping-woman/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Llorona https://www.britannica.com/topic/La-Llorona https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Llorona_(song) https://sites.highlands.edu/honors/wp-content/uploads/sites/14/2023/08/La-llorona_Redacted.pdf https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2021/10/la-llorona-roots-branches-and-the-missing-link-from-spain/ https://www.historytoday.com/miscellanies/wailing-woman https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Curse_of_La_Llorona https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a26874269/la-llorona-movie-true-story/# https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2021/10/la-llorona-roots-branches-and-the-missing-link-from-spain/ https://www.texasobserver.org/la-llorona-return/ https://people.com/tiffanie-lucas-pleads-guilty-murdering-young-sons-8733446 https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2024-10-17/woman-who-drowned-her-three-children-ruled-insane-by-judge https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/10/22/susan-smith-parole-south-carolina/75783346007/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diane_Downs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Smith https://wildhunt.org/2020/04/column-la-sayona-a-legend-about-revenge-treason-and-motherhood.html https://health.howstuffworks.com/diseases-conditions/death-dying/5-unusual-aquatic-deaths.htm https://nypost.com/2023/08/03/indiana-mom-of-two-dies-from-drinking-too-much-water/# https://www.kktv.com/2020/07/14/new-details-revealed-in-case-of-11-year-old-boy-who-died-from-forced-water-intoxication/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt's_Law https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KDND#:~:text="Hold Your Wee for a Wii" contest,-On January 12&text=A 28-year-old contestant,taking part in the contest

In this episode, Kristin introduces us to a new corner of the Dark Academy, where we meet secretly in the library for a spooky midnight gathering. During this meeting, we conduct short reviews of horror movies that lead us into our macabre tale of the night. In this first installment, we review the Scream franchise and discuss chilling real-life copycat murders that followed. Inspired by the masked killer from the films, some individuals took the horror from the screen into real life, committing gruesome crimes. One such case is the tragic murder of Cassie Jo Stoddard, a 16-year-old girl who was simply looking after her aunt and uncle's house and pets for the weekend. Join us as we explore the dark blur between fiction and reality. Resources https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Cassie_Jo_Stoddart https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1999-jul-02-me-52343-story.html https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/news/state/1997/09/21/suspect-watched-horror-movies-before/50593739007/ https://www.examinerlive.co.uk/news/local-news/three-yorkshire-boys-watched-scream-28479215 https://www.theguardian.com/world/2002/jun/06/france.paulwebster1 Also the Dateline podcast episode: The Secret in Black Rock Canyon Music from Pixabay.com SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras music_for_video teles50 MomotMusic FASSounds Tech_Oasis Amaksi UNIVERSFIELD AmethystMusic Cyberwave-Orchestra UNIVERSFIELD Emmraan Tech_Oasis UNIVERSFIELD Tech_Oasis MomotMusic FASSounds

Just want to update listeners about where we've been and when we're coming back. Also, we are adding a new type of episode to go with the normal ones.

In this intriguing episode, we delve into the fascinating and often controversial topic of extraterrestrial life. We explore the possibility of aliens existing in our vast universe, discussing scientific theories and the search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI). Our conversation then shifts to the role of governments in this cosmic mystery. We examine various conspiracies and claims about government coverups, from the famous Roswell incident to secretive Area 51. We also discuss whistleblowers and declassified documents that suggest governments might be hiding crucial information about alien encounters. Join us as we navigate through the blend of science, speculation, and secrecy, aiming to uncover the truth about the existence of aliens and the potential involvement of world governments in concealing this extraordinary reality.

Join us as Becca explores the story of the Lizzie Borden house. In this episode, Becca discusses the dark past of the Borden family and the murders that occurred in their Fall River, Massachusetts home in 1892. Becca leads us through the eerie corridors and spooky rooms, sharing accounts of ghostly encounters and mysterious events. Learn about the legends that have surrounded the Lizzie Borden house for years. Whether you have an interest in true crime or the paranormal, this episode is sure to captivate you. Don't miss this exploration of one of America's most famous haunted houses.

Elisa Lam's mysterious disappearance and subsequent tragic discovery in a water tower at a hotel with a dark history captured the attention of both the media and internet users alike. This peculiar case continues to intrigue many due to its unique and puzzling circumstances. Join us as Kristin tells the dark and chilling tale of Elisa Lam and the Cecil Hotel Resources https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/640-S-Main-St-Los-Angeles-CA/31084696/?action=contact https://loudwire.com/morbid-hate-messages-elisa-lam-interview/ https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/features/the-truth-about-toxicology-tests https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/death-of-elisa-lam https://www.magellantv.com/articles/what-is-the-elevator-game-and-how-do-you-play https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2005/09/why-are-bodies-in-the-water-always-facedown.html# https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/why-do-corpses-float.html

Becca tells us about Sarah Winchester, widow of the Winchester rifle heir, who believed she was cursed by the spirits of those killed by the guns. To appease them, she continuously built and renovated her mansion in San Jose, resulting in the mysterious Winchester Mystery House with over 160 rooms, bizarre architecture, and hidden passages.

Appalachian Folklore is filled with mysterious beings. Have you ever picked up a phantom hitchhiker? Have you seen the Brown Mountain Lights? What would you do if you came across a Dwayyo? Do you believe in child witches that haunt graves? Even if you haven't, weird things are going on out there. Come sit, or stand, with us while we discuss magestic Appalachia

Do you know the real Muffin Man who lives on Drury Lane? Would you believe the children's nursery rhyme steps from a serial killer in London? Listen as Rebecca tells us the real story behind the familiar tune of our youth. #MuffinMan #serialkiller #truecrime #childhood

Light up your Yule Log. Warm your cocoa. Grab your matching Christmas PJs and whatever else you need for today's scary story of an evil Santa and how we're all in a cult. Kristin tells us of a horrible night for a Covina, CA family that changed Christmas forever. We also have a little fun discussing the Santa Cult.

This is our Christmas episode from 2022

Grab your ghost hunting equipment. We're going to Tennessee looking for some ghosts. Not just any ghosts. Many who were evil in their human form. Imagine a version of them trapped for eternity. This place has it all: scratches, apparitions, crawlers and more. Come listen as Rebecca tells us the chilling tale of the history and hauntings of Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary.

The best time of year for our kind... Halloween! Come join us on a journey from today's traditions, celebrations of the past, and throughout the evolution of Halloween here in the states. We have the scary spirits that haunted the Celts, fun Victorian games, horror and fun movies, Stingy Jack and more! This episode is a little different. Hope you enjoy Don't forget to rate, review, and follow! It really helps us

For this special episode, Rebecca interviews her mom about Tarot cards and readings. Debbie is such a unique and special lady we both love dearly. We are excited to share her with you! You may get a chillingly accurate tale with her Tarot readings. Rebecca's son pops in with his knowledge and experience of Tarot as well. Don't forget to rate, review and follow!

Have you ever heard of a Not Deer? We hadn't either. Come listen as Rebecca tells us the chilling tale of a creepy creature you do not want to cross paths with! Kristin ain't stoppin', deer or Not Deer! Don't forget to rate, review and follow!

On our last episode, Kristin and Haylee discussed the murders in the small town of Villisca. Now we turn our attention to the hauntings that followed. Rebecca goes in to all the things that go bump in the night, and day, in the small house that provided the space for such a tragic event. This chilling tale calls to her. Will it call to you? Don't forget to rate, review and follow!

In 1912, an unknown person killed an entire family in the small town of Villisca, IA, Was it someone from the town or a crazy serial killer? Come listen is Kristin tells the murder side of the chilling tale to her daughter, Haylee. Becca will be back for the paranormal side. Don't forget to rate, review, and follow! It really helps us

The Florida Everglades are said to be beautiful, but it's also a scary place. Come listen to Becca tell us the chilling tale of how a whole crew of pirates came to be stuck hanging with the alligators for eternity! Let's go find them! Don't forget to rate, review, and follow! It really helps us

1800s United States saw a lot of reform to save a failing society after declaring independence. Schools, jails, orphanages, asylums, and children's facilities. The Dozier School for Boys was one such facility that was founded at the turn of the 20th century. Listen as Kristin tells us the atrocities that young men went through for mistakes made in their youth. Sources: https://www.npr.org/2012/10/15/162941770/floridas-dozier-school-for-boys-a-true-horror-story https://www.tallahassee.com/story/news/politics/2023/01/14/memorial-unveiled-on-former-grounds-of-dozier-school-for-boys/69801977007/ https://www.abandonedfl.com/arthur-g-dozier-school-for-boys/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-finally-know-what-happened-brutal-reform-school-180957911/ https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/17/us/dozier-school-investigation/index.html https://levinlaw.com/2023/03/09/victims-reform-school-abuse-bill-filed https://levinlaw.com/2023/03/09/victims-reform-school-abuse-bill-filed https://guides.lib.usf.edu/dozier https://www.cjcj.org/history-education/juvenile-justice-history https://pages.jh.edu/jhumag/496web/orphange.html https://noyeshome.org/blog/the-orphan-train-americas-largest-child-migration/ https://ojjdp.ojp.gov/publications/2022-national-report.pdf http://www.hauntedhovel.com/floridaschoolforboys.html https://www.theledger.com/story/news/2014/09/24/investigation-into-dozier-school-s/4373182007/#:~:text=Glen%20Varnadoe%20played%20a%20key,acres%20of%20the%20former%20school 

Maybe you're like us and mention astrological signs in every day conversations or even sit around discussing what's wrong with everyone else's personality traits. Maybe you've wondered which serial killers share your same sign. Maybe you've never even thought about it. We welcome all y'all! Listen as Becca tells us about the Astrological signs of serial killers, and Kristin tells you what paranormal or mythical creature you are based off your sign. Join us for this fun Summer episode!

The 1979 film, The Amityville Horror is one of the highest grossing horror films of all times. The stories that inspired the book that inspired the movies are stranger than fiction. Listen to Kristin tell the chilling tale of the Amityville murders that either resulted from or resulted in a possible demonic haunting in part 1 of this two part story. Resources for this episode: https://allthatsinteresting.com/amityville-murders https://www.nytimes.com/1974/11/15/archives/neighbors-recall-defeos-as-nice-normal-family-drink-and-play-music.html https://www.biography.com/crime/ronald-defeo https://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/amityville-horror-house-murders-gallery-1.2666264 https://www.nytimes.com/1974/11/18/archives/slain-family-drugged-police-on-li-report-motive-still-sought.html https://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/story?id=132035&page=1 https://www.ctpost.com/projects/2021/visuals/ed-lorraine-warren/ https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/haunted/articles/amityville-case-that-rattled-a-seasoned-paranormal-investigator https://tonyspera.com/amityville/

The 1979 film, The Amityville Horror is one of the highest grossing horror films of all times. The stories that inspired the book that inspired the movies are stranger than fiction. Listen to Kristin tell the chilling tale of the Amityville murders that either resulted from or resulted in a possible demonic haunting in part 1 of this two part story. Resources for this episode: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-nature-deception/202001/do-lie-detector-tests-really-work https://www.apa.org/topics/cognitive-neuroscience/polygraph https://allthatsinteresting.com/amityville-murders https://www.nytimes.com/1974/11/15/archives/neighbors-recall-defeos-as-nice-normal-family-drink-and-play-music.html https://www.biography.com/crime/ronald-defeo https://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/amityville-horror-house-murders-gallery-1.2666264 https://www.nytimes.com/1974/11/18/archives/slain-family-drugged-police-on-li-report-motive-still-sought.html https://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/story?id=132035&page=1 https://www.ctpost.com/projects/2021/visuals/ed-lorraine-warren/ https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/haunted/articles/amityville-case-that-rattled-a-seasoned-paranormal-investigator https://tonyspera.com/amityville/

In a small town of West Virginia, a large humanoid creature either terrifies are warns people of doom. Come listen to the story of Point Pleasant, WV's cryptid, Mothman.

On this episode, Kristin covers the tragic life and terrorizing crimes of The Night Stalker. If you've never heard this chilling tale, you're in for a wild ride! Resources: https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/archives/2019/09/26/richard-ramirez-night-stalker-captured-angry-mob/3776217002/ https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/2021/01/22/night-stalker-richard-ramirez-caught-victims-count/6676574002/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Agcd1GDX2n0 - Raw footage of capture https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xqZ9T7o-Hg - Inside Edition Interview with Richard Ramirez 1993 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7A6X4RdHZo https://www.biography.com/crime/richard-ramirez https://www.britannica.com/biography/Richard-Ramirez https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/was-a-bad-childhood-to-blame-for-night-stalker-richard-ramirez-becoming-a-serial-killer https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/01/10260137/night-stalker-richard-ramirez-childhood-murders-death https://apnews.com/article/c8d564bfab69fafa57debc19570268 https://www.thefreelibrary.com/The+N+killed+Vincent+wife+Maxine%2C+44%2C+in+he+Night+Stalker+the+same...-a0647856162 https://www.ocregister.com/2012/08/25/night-stalker-the-attack-that-never-happened/ https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/4771342/american-horror-story-1984-the-horrific-true-tale-of-the-night-stalker-who-bound-and-raped-victims-in-their-homes-and-gouged-out-their-eyes-with-a-knife/ Netflix series, “Night Stalker: Hunt for a Serial Killer” Podcast Serial killers: “The Night Stalker” Richard Ramirez Part 1 and Part 2

Can't believe it's been a year! Come celebrate with us as we reflect over this crazy, amazing year.

Come with us as we whisk you away to a beautiful paradise, filled with water sports, camping, a natural preserve, and ghostly apparitions Rebecca tells us of the tragic stories that led to this haunted lake. You wont believe what lies beneath!

The Keddie Cabin Murders are some of the most gruesome murders of all times. A scene a teenage girl should never have to discover. Her mother and brother murdered along with their friend. Her sister missing, never to be seen again... alive. Come join us as Kristin tells the story of the murders that forever changed a small Northern California town.

Rebecca tells us about the very spooky haunted Sallie House. Is Sallie a little girl stuck in time and space, a demon, or something else?

Bring your holiday cheer and listen as we tell the chilling tales of mischievous, sometimes evil, elves and Krampus, the Christmas demon.

In the late 1910s, the early days of jazz music, "Axeman Jazz (Don't Scare Me Papa)" was written by a composer local to New Orleans, Joseph John Davilla. This piece of work was inspired by a crazed jazz loving, axe wielding figure in the night terrorizing the Crescent City. Come listen to Kristin tell the story of the attacks that made the citizens of the Big Easy uneasy for a while. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axeman_of_New_Orleans https://www.influenzaarchive.org/cities/city-neworleans.html# https://www.openculture.com/2018/10/story-axeman-new-orleans-serial-killer-loved-jazz.html https://www.gotquestions.org/what-is-tartarus.html https://www.eeabroad.com/blog/jazz-the-new-orleans-havana-new-york-connection https://www.neworleans.com/events/holidays-seasonal/saint-josephs-day/ https://aforteantinthearchives.wordpress.com/2009/07/10/fresh-light-on-the-axeman-of-new-orleans/ https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/article/the-axeman-of-new-orleans https://nolaghosts.com/the-axeman-of-new-orleans/

Rebecca gives us the true origin stories of vampires. Along with her favorite books and movies about them. She also tells you about modern vampires. Yes, they exist!

We've all been there. A story we hear produces fear and paranoia to the point of checking under beds, behind the shower curtains, and closets. A story of someone entering your home, your sanctuary, whether something real or unseen, causes such mental distress where peaceful sleep is impossible. Kevin Williams was watching a news special while housesitting that caused exactly this reaction but also one that benefited every fan of the Scream movie franchise. Find out the brutal, true story that terrified a small college town for months, even years. The acts of a savage killer that attracted worldwide media attention and inspired Williams to write the movie said to have saved the horror genre.

Living near the oldest city in the US, both Rebecca and Kristin have grown up visiting and learning about St Augustine. Rebecca tells Kristin of some of the lesser known facts that have lead many to describe this historic town as one of the most haunted cities in America. Both discuss their own chilling experiences.

600... 600 plus victims of one woman! Was she a vampire? Did she want to preserve her youth? Did she get some pleasure from killing? Was it simply a sadistic woman with no care for human life? Listen as Kristin tells the unbelievable story of the worlds most prolific (female) serial killer.

Florida's has its very own cryptid called the Florida Skunk Ape! We also discuss Florida's demon bug and what the hell is a lima bean trap? We also have our first listener tale! Come listen as Becca tells the story of Bigfoot's cousin.

It's 1969. Man landed on the moon. Nearly half a million people descended on the property of a dairy farmer in New York for the most well known and epic music festival of all times, Woodstock. The Beetles record their final album together, Abby Road. It was an exciting year for many. Unfortunately, the victims of Charles Manson and his followers would not have the opportunity to experience most of these exciting events. Come listen as Kristin tells a special guest about the insane life of Charles Manson. Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Manson https://prezi.com/7rshwuzceshc/case-studycharles-manson/ https://www.karisable.com/skazmansearly.htm https://www.pophorror.com/dark-disciples-infamous-cult-leaders-part-4-charles-manson/ https://www.newsweek.com/charles-manson-sons-death-suicide-kids-717025 https://allthatsinteresting.com/kathleen-maddox https://citywalkingguide.com/sanfrancisco/charlesmansonhouse https://laist.com/news/criminal-justice/manson-family-guide-where-they-are-now https://ultimatepopculture.fandom.com/wiki/Abigail_Folger https://themansonfamily-mtts.medium.com/he-protected-sharon-tate-up-to-his-death-793da55a5fb8 https://themansonfamily-mtts.medium.com/wrong-place-wrong-time-bb3b04ac3128

Located in Spring City, Pennsylvania, Pennhurst Asylum, along with many state asylums of the day, had many controversial practices that are believed to contribute to the hauntings reported by the many visitors through the years since it's closing. Rebecca tells us about these atrocities and reported paranormal happenings.

In the 1800s, many changes were happening in the Western United States. Many of these changes contributed to what is now part if our dark History. One of those dark spots are the Bloody Benders. Kristin tells us the horrific acts a whole family committed on travelers needing refuge. 

In the 1960s, the Pritchard family of Pontefract, UK move into a home that would prove to be more than they bargained for. Poltergeists and a mysterious figure disrupt their lives. Rebecca tells us the story of the chilling hauntings and what people still experience to this day

In 1959 Russia, Igor Dyatlov put together a group of ten experienced hikers. They begin their trek into the Ural Mountains in the Siberian Wilderness. Only one hiker returned. The mystery of what happened to these hikers came to be known as the Dyatlov Pass Incident. Kristin tells us the shocking happenings and crazy theories. Resources: dyatlovpass.com https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/extra/SoLiOdJyCK/mystery_of_dyatlov_pass https://allthatsinteresting.com/dyatlov-pass-incident https://allthatsinteresting.com/dyatlov-pass-photos https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dyatlov_Pass_incident https://www.amusingplanet.com/2013/04/raised-footprints-in-snow.html https://www.livescience.com/41730-hypothermia-terminal-burrowing-paradoxical-undressing.html

Situated in Weston, West Virginia, the Weston State Hospital began admitting patients in 1864 and stayed open until 1994. In 2007, it was reopened as a tourist attraction under the name originally meant for the building, The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. Come listen as Rebecca tells about the weird and paranormal activity and how it all started.