A podcast about the finer things, a little true crime, a little spooky and a lot of weird history.
To celebrate Thalia's recent road trip to Virginia City we are revisiting the Virgina City episode. We will be posting some pictures on our Instagram of her trip.
In this episode Thalia tells us about the horrific murder of Melissa James. A woman who came to Vegas after being promised a lucrative business opportunity, only to meet an early demise at the hands of a couple who promised to be her friends and mentors.Thalia also talks about her upcoming trip to Virgina City and roadtrips.References:https://kileystruecrime.squarespace.com/kileystruecrimeaddict-blog/the-murder-of-melissa-james https://www.chillingcrimes.com/blogs/news/melissa-james https://thecinemaholic.com/melissa-james-murder-where-are-craig-titus-and-kelly-ryan-now/ https://www.cbsnews.com/news/48-hours-mystery-vegas-heat/
In this episode Thalia talks about the tragic death of Harry Wham. A night club owner and a man who helped build the scuba community in Las Vegas. We also, as true Las Vegans complain about how hot it is.
In this episode, Thalia shares the story of Patricia Margiello, a sex worker who ultimately meets her demise at the hands of a member of the DuPont family.Annika and Thalia also talk about how Gen Z has an innate sense of social media that we millennials could never hope to understand.Resources:https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2000-mar-17-mn-9910-story.html https://www.vanityfair.com/style/1999/09/dunne199909 2008
It's Off the Mic week! You can head over to our Patreon to listen to us muse about things that we don't have time to cover on the podcast. This week it's teenagers!The Crazy Never Die Patreon
In this episode, Thalia shares the story of the "forgotten" serial killer Stephen Peter Morin, who potentially murdered up to 40 women in the United States and who, through genetic testing was found to be the murderer of Kim Bryant. Thalia and Annika talk about therapy and how to find value in it.
It's Off the Mic week! You can head over to our Patreon to listen to us muse about things that we don't have time to cover on the podcast. This week it's the theater!The Crazy Never Die Patreon
In this episode Annika tells us the crazy abduction story of Linda Napolitano. Thalia and Annika also talk about the Super Bowl, how Annika has a newfound love for WWE and how the weather balloons almost took her over the edge.
In this episode, Thalia shares the tragic story of Kim Bryant, a girl stolen off the street in broad daylight. The search for her killer unearthed a serial killer and wasn't eventually solved until 2021. Thalia and Annika muse about the fascinating world of sex work.Othram Labs: https://othram.comResources:https://www.mayheminthedesert.com/kimbryanthttps://www.mayheminthedesert.com/crimebulletin/2022/4/9/how-many-bodies-did-johnny-blake-peterson-leave-in-las-vegashttps://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/murder-cold-case-solved-after-42-years-using-dna-testing-genealogical-work/https://lasvegassun.com/news/2021/dec/07/metro-links-second-cold-case-killing-to-man-now-de/https://dnasolves.com/articles/kim-bryant-murder/https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/murder-cold-case-solved-after-42-years-using-dna-testing-genealogical-work/https://lasvegassun.com/news/2021/dec/07/metro-links-second-cold-case-killing-to-man-now-de/
In this episode Annika tells us all about Rachel, NV - the alien sighting capital of Nevada. This tiny little town in the middle of nowhere. Annika and Thalia talk about sleep schedules and how terrible we are at them.
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In this episode Thalia discusses the Jefferson County Egan Murders, a gruesome unsolved mystery that happened on New Years Eve. Annika and Thalia also talk more about the military, what they are doing for Christmas and how our intros have expanded to 20 minutes. Fast forward if you just want to get into the case.
In this episode Annika has another family murder but this one happens on Christmas. We also discuss the ballet, Annika's moment with Santa and servicing a Kitchen Aid.
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On this episode Thalia tells us about the larger than life character Buffalo Jim and his tragic demise and still unsolved murder. Annika and Thalia also talk about baking, gift giving and gothic home decor.
CORRECTED POST! Annika's back and she's going to be telling us all about Nevada's indigenous tribes. We also talk about the beauty of the bed desks and being content creators from our beds.
In this final episode Thalia goes over the last few years of Liberace's life, what happened with Scott and his final days.
In this episode Thalia will go over the second most elaborate part of Liberace's life and what it was like to live with him. Thalia is flying solo today so hopefully it doesn't go pear shaped.
In this episode Thalia begins the wild ride that is Liberace's life. We also talk a little bit about being a hairdresser and being in the beauty industry.References:Books:Behind the Candelabra by Scott ThorstonMovies:Behind the Candelabra starring Micheal Douglas and Matt Damon
In the conclusion of this case, Annika gets into the murders themselves and how famed authors Harper Lee and Truman Capote become involved. If you didn't listen to part one you should definitely do that.
In this episode, Annika talks about the Clutter family of Kansas, their untimely murder, and how the Las Vegas Metro PD helped solve the crime. It was Thalia's birthday so we discuss aging, how festivals are hard and why are a majority of screamo bands from Ohio.
In the third and final part of the murder of Christine Smith, we are going to wrap everything up. Christine's final days and the trial of Brookey.References:https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/courts/murderer-attempts-escape-from-womens-prison-in-north-las-vegas/Witch by Greg Puit
It's part 2 y'all! Food has been ordered and we are picking up right where we left off in 1965.References:https://www.reviewjournal.com/crime/courts/murderer-attempts-escape-from-womens-prison-in-north-las-vegas/Witch by Greg Puit
In this epic three-parter Annika and Thalia discuss the murder of Christine Smith, a woman found dead in a trash can in a storage locker found here in fabulous Las Vegas. But the weirdness doesn't end there. Thalia goes on a long tirade about Dune so if you haven't seen it there are all kinds of spoilers, also the struggle of trying to work without AC and when to not wear leather pants.
Part 2 of Elvis, the tragic downward spiral and untimely end of this enigmatic performer. Annika and Thalia pontificate on what could have been if Elvis had more time in this world.
Join us as Thalia talks about one of the hardest working men in show business Elvis and how he shaped the landscape of Las Vegas. We also discuss how Annika's kids have flexible birthdays, Dippy makes an appearance and of course there is more alien talk.References:Elvis in Vegas by Paul LichterElvis and Ginger by Ginger AldenBaby, Lets Play House by Alanna Nash
On this episode Annika introduces some versus action. We battle it out over Coke vs. Pepsi, Skittles vs. M&Ms and others. Annika talks about what it's like to have a tribe of children in the house for the week and we wax poetic about how bad hockey smell is.Shout out to www.betterhelp.com who didn't sponsor this episode but totally should have.
In this episode, Annika tells us all about the life and death of Tupac Shakur and how his legacy and history is still relevant today. We also talk about normalizing periods, how working remotely is Thalia's ultimate dream and how we got brand new stickers!!!
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In this episode Thalia tells us about Sonny Liston the world heavy weight champion who dies in Las Vegas under some mysterious circumstances. Thalia does a quick into with some resources after the Dobbs decision was handed down. Books:The Murder of Sonny Liston - Shaun AssaelThe Devil and Sonny Liston - Nick ToschesResources:Stardust: cycle tracker appWild West Access Fund: https://www.wildwestfund.orgDemocrats running in Nevada's midterms: Governor Sisolak/Catherine Cortez Masto/Susie Lee
In this episode, Annika tells us all about the kidnapping of Kevyn Wynn, daughter of casino magnate Steve Wynn. Thalia talks about creating a water feature inside the house, how she lived in a house with no glass in the windows and what exactly is a kill zone?
In this episode we talk a little bit about Mother's Day, some other thoughts about our Off the Mic episode. Annika talks about the Hillsborough Disaster an awful sporting event that led to the deaths of 97 sports fans.
In this episode, we wrap up Susan Berman's life. Listen all the way to the end to hear Thalia's rant about the grey hellscape that all flipped houses are subject to.
Exciting things are happening! We have moved to a new hosting platform. In this episode, we are talking about the daughter of a mobster, Susan Berman. We also talk about flu and how Annika's children have gone completely feral.
We got a little fun one for you guys this week. Thalia is going to be talking about Molossia, a tiny micronation right here in the heart of Nevada. We talk a lot in this one, the Righteous Gemstones, Our Flag Means Death and we still have time to talk about aliens.Resources:https://travelnevada.com/weird-nevada/republic-of-molossia/https://www.afar.com/magazine/go-inside-the-quirky-micronation-of-molossia-through-these-brilliant-photoshttps://matadornetwork.com/read/micronation-molossia-nevada-desert/https://knpr.org/knpr/2016-05/nevada-home-micronation-dont-tell-micronationBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
This is the second part of our interview with Makay - be sure to go back and listen to the first one so you know what's going on!You can find Makay on Instagram @makayelizabethSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
Hi friends! In this episode we bring our friend and long time supporter Makay on. Thalia has been on a cult and religious documentary kick recently. So we brought Makay on to do a deep dive on what it's like to be baptized into multiple religions and the pros and cons of being a part of something larger than yourself.You can find Makay on Instagram @makayelizabethSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
In this episode Annika shares with us the story of the Jersey slayings. Our first family annihilator. We're on a shorter format now but Annika still has time to tell us about her very own personal abduction story.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
Our format is changing friends!! We will be moving our long, long chit chats off the episodes and onto Patreon...so if you are interested in listening to us bullshit, head on over there! This episode is about the Circus Circus heist, a crazy story that includes a couple on the run, the FBI's most wanted list and a whole lot of sex magik.Sources:https://dani-hendrix.medium.com/the-infamous-3-million-dollar-heist-of-a-las-vegas-hotel-65510ebca0bfhttps://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/tv/las-vegas-armored-truck-caper-focus-of-netflixs-heist-2396211/https://www.newsweek.com/heist-netflix-heather-tallchief-roberto-solis-true-story-facts-documentary-1610361https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/tv/a37016468/heather-tallchief-roberto-solis-heist-netflix-now/Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
In this episode Annika tells us all about the Irish Potato Famine, how it started and how it led to the migration to the US. Annika and Thalia talk about birthdays, our distain for Florida, and how Thalia is starting a new job and doesn't know how to dress herself.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
This week Thalia talks about Margaret Rudin, named the "Black Widow" accused of murdering and decapitating her husband. This is an open and shut case...or is it? Share your thoughts with us. Thalia and Annika talk final papers, how to make a makeshift bra, and how wiretapping is a felony in Nevada.Sources:https://abc7chicago.com/margaret-rudin-abc-2020-black-widow-las-vegas/10357277/https://abcnews.go.com/2020/happened-vegas-woman-alleges-innocence-husbands-death-decades/story?id=75949361https://murderpedia.org/female.R/r/rudin-margaret.htmhttps://heavy.com/news/ron-rudin-body-found-autopsy-cause-of-death/Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
For all of you that are as terrified of abductions as we are this one is for you. Annika shares the story of one of the best documented abductions. Annika and Thalia discuss the new movie Uncharted, how Annika is consuming salami and orange juice in the same sitting and other odd combinations of food.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
It's part two people - this is the conclusion of the Jeremy Strohmeyer case. ::TRIGGER WARNING:: This episode does contain details of a sexual assault and murder of a child. Thalia and Annika reminisce about nipple piercings, JNCO jeans and other 90's weirdness. Also you get to hear Thalia get real spicy over the topic of prison wives. Sources:https://coffeeordie.com/homicide-detective-most-gruesome-case/https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/strohmeyer-jeremy.htmhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-jul-19-mn-5552-story.htmlhttps://www.oregonherald.com/si/heart/?id=15Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
This is our first true crime episode! Thalia discusses the horrific murder of Sherrice Iverson at the Primm Valley Resort at stateline. We dig deep into the life of the murderer Jeremy Strohmeyer as we try to understand why people do what they do. Also hear about Annika's new move, how Thalia almost died under a mattress and how Annika is out and about meeting fans!Sources:https://coffeeordie.com/homicide-detective-most-gruesome-case/https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/strohmeyer-jeremy.htmhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1998-jul-19-mn-5552-story.htmlhttps://www.oregonherald.com/si/heart/?id=15Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
This is a shorty! In this episode Thalia tells you all about Belmont, a tiny little ghost town that the Manson family stayed at for a moment. It's a lot of chat today, hear a great story about chaos in the grocery pickup and two unruly clients at work.https://travelnevada.com/ghost-town/belmont-ghost-town/https://www.ghosttowngallery.com/htme/belmont.htmhttps://westernmininghistory.com/towns/nevada/belmont/https://www.ghosttowns.com/states/nv/belmont.htmlSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
In this episode Annika shares with us how the Hoover Dam was built and its history. How every child in Las Vegas has visited it for a school field trip and how she is feeling post-COVID. Thalia talks about how she lost a chunk of her tooth and the saga that unraveled.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
Happy New Year everyone! In this episode Thalia really digs into what Virgina City is like and who haunts there. Annika and Thalia wax poetic on their post Christmas feelings, what they are doing for New Years and what their kids got for Christmas. This episode contains spoilers for Don't Look Up and Hawkeye!Sources:https://www.thewashoeclubmuseum.com/historyHaunted Virginia City - Janice Oberdinghttps://www.nvexpeditions.com/storey/sixmilecyn.phphttp://greatamericanghosttour.co.uk/Pages/Nevada/Virginia%20City.htmlhttps://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nevada/paranormal-activity-in-this-creepy-nevada-small-town/https://www.rgj.com/story/news/2015/10/27/haunted-virginia-city-11-eerie-places-see/74657080/https://travelnevada.com/museums/the-washoe-club-haunted-museum/https://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/nevada/cho.htmhttps://thedeltasaloon.com/about-the-delta-saloon/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
Finally we get to Mercury City! Dip your toe into the water of government conspiracies - if you're into that sort of stuff. Annika tells us all about her experience there and the horrific history of what happened. Also find out how Thalia jammed her garbage disposal and Annika's plumbing tip for the week.Sources:https://www.nnss.gov/docs/fact_sheets/DOENV_1094.pdfhttps://www.britannica.com/place/Nevada-Test-Sitehttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=QL_YzlhqpbYSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
In this episode Annika talks about the origins of Christmas, where did it come from? Why are there elves? Thalia and Annika talk about their own Christmas traditions and what Christmas means to them.If you are looking for amazing gifts to any reason at all and you are in the Las Vegas area check out:Market in the Alley @marketinthealleyAn American Metalsmith @anamericanmetalsmith (for amazing jewlery)Anthology Puzzles @anthologypuzzlesAlissi @alissi_love (beautiful slow fashion)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
Join Annika as she digs a little deeper into Thalia's life. Learn about Thalia's obsession with mustard yellow, how she's lived all over the world and how her favorite time of day is 3pm. This is an opportunity for you to get to know us a little better. We are so excited to share our lives with you!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)
The conclusion of Howard Hughes' life, it just gets weirder and sadder than imagined.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thecrazyneverdie)