Episodes

The story of how an 8 year old was kidnapped, raped, stabbed, and left to die in 1990 - and lived to talk about it and solve her own case. References: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jennifer-schuett-case-afraid-of-the-dark-texas-woman-seeks-justice-in-childhood-kidnapping-attack/ https://www.cbsnews.com/media/jennifer-schuett-kidnapped-texas-girl-described-attacker-in-notes-to-police/

In this episode, Ashley discusses the horrific experiments that the Japanese Unit 731 performed on civilians during WWII. Learn about the experiments, the aftermath, and what is happening now. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity.

In episode 1 of season 5 Kat covered Harold Camping's teachings and his end of the world predictions, the aftermath and what is happening currently. In this episode we have an interview with an amazing woman named Rachel who survived his teachings and she gives us an in-depth look at what life was really like, what the aftermath was and what she is doing now. She has mentioned if anyone who is a cult survivor wants to reach out to her to talk privately they can contact her on Twitter at @drafth...

This week Kat discusses Eli Stutzman Jr. -- he was born into an Amish community in Apple Creek, OH, on September 20, 1950. Stutzman has been called the Amish Serial Killer and his story is certainly a rollercoaster so be sure to tune in this week and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! REFERENCES: https://hebronjournalregister.com/friday-marks-25-years-since-christmas-eve-tragedy/ https://www.amazon.com/Abandoned-Prayers-Incredible-Obsession-Secrets/dp/0312982011 https://www.ranke...

In this week's episode Ashley discusses the disappearance of Phoneix Coldon, a 23 year old woman who went missing under very strange circumstances. Her family is still looking for her so if you have any information about this case please contact the St. Louis PD or the Black & Missing Foundation.

In this week's episode we have a special guest who joined us! Kat discusses the story of two ten year old boys who kidnapped and murdered 2 year old baby James and where they are today. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. References: Unforgiven: The Boys Who Killed James Bulger: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrkQe4tyJnQ https://reallifevillains.miraheze.org/wiki/Robert_Thompson_and_Jon_Venables https://truecrimeengland.wordpress.com/2019/09/23/children-who-kill-jon-venables-and-r...

This week, we celebrate our 150th episode!! We play some great voicemails, we have a guest host, listener stories, and more!

In this week's episode Ashley talks about the case of Christine Paolilla. She was once voted as Miss Irresistible by fellow students at her high school but she would go from beauty queen to murderer before even turning 18. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity!

In this episode Kat discusses the disappearance of Brittany Wood and all that her disappearance exposed, including an incestuous child sex ring. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. References: Monster in the Shadows - https://www.peacocktv.com/watch-online/tv/monster-in-the-shadows/7316184600815958112 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqRZvykwESM https://www.eonline.com/news/1300218/monster-in-the-shadows-inside-the-beyond-shocking-aftermath-of-brittney-woods-disappearance https://...

In this week's episode, Ashley discusses the 2015 disappearance of 19 year old Katelin Akens who was last seen by her ex-stepfather. He was supposed to drop her off at the airport but she never made it there. His stories are full of holes, yet as we all know -- no body, no crime. Tune in and listen to how this story unfolds. Katelin's family is still looking for her to this day. If you have any information that can help the case, the family asks that you contact the FBI. Resources: 1. https://w...

In this week's episode Kat tells us all about Ivan Milat, more famously known as Australia's Backpacker Murderer! She discusses his upbringing, his murders and how he finally got caught! Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. References: https://www.amazon.com/Crime-Investigation-Australia/dp/B07K81Q9ZC - Season 1 Episode 4 60 Minutes Australia on Ivan Milat: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MkG5HHroCE https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_Milat https://www.theguardian.com/australia-new...

In this week's episode Ashley talks about the Emily Morgan Hotel, voted in 2015 as one of the top three most haunted hotels in the US by USA Today. She goes floor by floor and tells us all about the different smells, sights and more! Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. Resources: https://www.emilymorganhotel.com/about/building-history/emily-morgan-haunted-hotel-history https://www.sundayguardianlive.com/opinion/11985-supernatural-hotel-guests-who-never-leave https://ghostcitytours....

In the season 5 opening episode Kat takes us through Harold Camping's teachings and his end of the world predictions, the aftermath and what is happening currently. Be sure to tune in and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Camping Apocalypse Later: Harold Camping vs The End of the World - https://youtu.be/90PoifWjopo https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Radio https://www.nytimes.com/2013/12/18/us/harold-camping-radio-entrepreneur-...

This week Ashley discusses Debby and Mark Constantino, paranormal rockstars. They were EVP experts for Ghost Adventures and were well respected in the paranormal community but behind closed doors, they were a very unhappy, toxic couple. Their murder-suicide shocked everyone they had worked with. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! Resources: https://meaww.com/ghost-adventures-screaming-room-zak-bagans-in-tears-recalling-investigation-with-murdered-friend https://www.imdb.com/name/n...

Kat wraps up her two part series on the insane story of serial killer Israel Keys this week. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! References: https://www.audible.com/pd/American-Predator-Audiobook/1984889508 https://www.lastpodcastnetwork.com/blog/2019/4/26/episode-362-israel-keyes-part-i-the-nu-metal-serial-killer https://www.lastpodcastnetwork.com/blog/2019/5/10/episode-364-israel-keyes-part-ii-mama-bones-vodon-hamburger-bar https://www.timetoast.com/timelines/israel-keyes-true-cr...

Israel Keyes was an American serial killer, bank robber, burglar, arsonist, kidnapper, rapist, and necrophile who murdered a minimum of three victims. Kat is doing a deep dive into his story in this two parter episode. Part 2 will be released next week. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity!

In this week's episode Kat tells us some of her favorite Creepy Pasta stories including the Russian Sleep Experiment! References: https://www.creepypasta.com/the-russian-sleep-experiment/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russian_Sleep_Experiment https://mashable.com/article/creepypastas https://the-line-up.com/10-short-creepypastas

In this week's episode Ashley discusses Katherine Knight, the first woman in Australia to be sentenced to life without parole. She was a violent and toxic woman who's reign of terror ended after she skinned, cooked and ate her spouse. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! Resources: 1. https://allthatsinteresting.com/katherine-knight 2. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10241673/Katherine-Knight-skinned-decapitated-lover-cooked-head-pot.html 3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K...

In this week's episode we recap our adventures on the Haunted Tavern Pop Up event at the haunted Ashton Villa in Galveston then Kat goes tells us all about the history of the ghosts that reside there! Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. References: https://www.myplainview.com/opinion/editorials/article/Behind-the-walls-of-Texas-first-mansion-8388049.php http://www.galvestonghost.com/storiesashton.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashton_Villa

In this week's episode we cover Daniel LaPlante. LaPlante was a troubled teenage boy that began with petty theft and quickly escalated to stalking, tormenting and eventually murder. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. Resources: https://www.grunge.com/369653/the-truth-about-murderer-daniel-laplantes-childhood/ https://www.mamamia.com.au/daniel-laplante/ https://casocriminal.org/en/weird-cases/daniel-laplante-the-man-who-lived-hidden-inside-the-victims-house/ https://www.joeturnerbo...

In this week's episode Kat covers the murder of 17 year old Mackenzie Cowell. This was a story suggested by one of our listeners and it is incredibly infuriating how little justice was truly served in this case. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity. References: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Mackenzie_Cowell https://www.thedailybeast.com/mackenzie-cowell-and-the-beauty-school-murder https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/news/local/arrest-made-in-cowell-murder/article_ad00c6fd-a1a0...

In this week's episode Ashley discusses the unsolved case of Brandy Hanna, a 32 year old waitress from Charleston, SC. Her ex lover did admit to lying 16 years later but was never charged. To this day Brandy Hanna is still missing. Also! We recorded in person for the first time in like 2 years. Join us as we explore the dark side of humanity! Reference: 1. Disappeared season 7 episode 9 Lover's Triangle 2. https://thecinemaholic.com/is-brandy-hanna-found-or-missing 3. https://www.missinginillin...

In this episode we cover a list from 2016 of 10 creepy and bizarre Valentine's Day mysteries-- and we give updates on the ones that have since been solved or have updates. Also we celebrate the 3 year anniversary of our podcast! Resources: https://listverse.com/2016/02/14/10-creepy-valentines-day-mysteries-that-are-still-unsolved/ https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/public-safety/sd-me-serrin-solved-20181113-story.html https://www.houstonchronicle.com/neighborhood/sugarland/news/article/...

In this episode Ashley discusses the abduction of 9 year old Katie Beers by a family friend. She was already suffering abuse at home prior to this abduction, so unfortunately, this was not an unfamiliar situation to her. Katie not only saved herself but went on to become such a powerful, positive person in this world. Her story is truly inspiring even if the events that led up to are horrifying. Resources: 1. https://www.distractify.com/p/what-happened-to-katie-beers 2. https://abcnews.go.com/U...