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Flight #11: White House Ghosts
EHappy Election season friends! We thought it would be fun to cover some of the ghosts in the White House to get y'all in the voting spirit! Cheers!!
Ep 5959. Dan Aykroyd UFO Encounters
EHappy Halloween Friends! This week, we bring a short and sweet episode all about one of our greatest comedian's UFO encounters. Cheers!
Ep 5858. The Lalaurie Mansion
EHey friends! This week we travel down to the Big Easy to cover one of the darkest stories we had heard. Madame Delphine LaLaurie tortured and murdered enslaved people in her home, until a tragic fire caused these atrocities to be unearthed. This episode is dark and we cannot stress the content warnings for torture, abuse, and murder. Let us know what you think.
Ep 5757. The Salem Witch Trials
EHey friends! This week we cover the Salem Witch trials in Massachusetts. Twenty people we convicted and executed for practicing witchcraft from February 1692 to May of 1693. Cheers!
Keg #11: The Cecil Hotel
EHey friends! This month we wanted to cover the dark history and spirits of the Cecil Hotel. This hotel in Los Angeles has been the site of many suicides, murders, and tragic deaths. Is there something dark in the hotel drawing people to end their lives? We also talk a bit about paranormal experiences folks have had in the hotel. Cheers!
Ep 5656. Dragsholm Castle
EHey friends! This week we travel all the way to Denmark to talk about Dragsholm Castle. The castle served as a prison and has many spirits haunting it. Cheers!
Ep 5555. Dean Corll aka the Candyman
EHey friends! This week Alana covers the murders of Dean Corll or the real life Candyman. To be clear his case has nothing to do with the movies. Him and his accomplices David Brooks and Elmer Wayne Henley tortured and murdered at least twenty-seven young men and boys in the 1970s. This case is so tragic, so please take care of yourselves. Cheers!
Flight #10: Disneyland Ghosts
EHey friends! As we enter spooky season and October, we decided that we wanted to talk about one of our favorite places: Disneyland. While the park has been dubbed the Happiest Place on Earth, it also has a darker past and more than 999 happy haunts. Cheers!
Ep 5454. The Exorcism of Anneliese Michel
EHi friends! This week we cover the tragic case of Anneliese Michel. She was a young woman in Germany who underwent over 60 exorcisms before passing away as a result of malnutrition. Was this a case of mental illness or was this a legitimate possession? Cheers!
Ep 5353. Twin Flame Universe
EHey Friends! It's been a while since we covered a cult. Alana dives into the Twin Flames Universe and all the ways it is absolutely a cult. Cheers!
Keg #10: The Exonerated Five (part 2)
EHi Friends, Time to wrap up this really tough case. The Central Park Five become the Exonerated Five when Matias Reyes confessed to the crime in 2002. We go over the confession, what was going on with the boys, and where they are now. Cheers!
Keg #10: The Central Park 5 (Part 1)
EHey friends! This month we decided to cover the very tragic case of the Central Park 5. Since we're doing this in two parts, this episode will cover the events going on the night of the attack, how the boys were identified and interrogated, and the outcome of their trials. Remember while this episode is really tough, there is a happy ending at the end of all of this. Cheers!
Ep 5252. Marin County Courthouse Rebellion
EHey friends! This week we cover the Marin County Courthouse Rebellion in Northern California. This is a complex case of people taking action after being mistreated by the penal system. We're not saying it's right but we understand. Cheers!
Ep 5051. The Pfister Hotel
EHey Friends! I've been missing talking about ghosts, so i decided to cover one of the most haunted hotels in the Midwest: The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee. Is it all a ploy to scare NBA and MLB athletes that stay here or is there something going on at this luxury hotel? Cheers!
Flight #9: All Things Denver
EHey Friends! Since we are having a blast in Colorado, we thought we should share some haunted locations in the Mile High City!! We are even going to explore a few this weekend. Cheers!
50. Kenneth What's the Frequency?
Hello Friends! This week Mama covers the interesting story behind REM's song "What's the Frequency, Kenneth". Cheers!
Ep 4949. Mike Malloy
EHey friends! This week Alana covers the unbelievable story of the man who wouldn't die, Michael Malloy. He supposedly survived 20 attempts on his life by a murder trust. Let us know what you all think. Sláinte!
Ep 4848. Ouija Board Murders
EHey friend! This week Mama J covers the the first Ouja Board murder aka the story of Dorothea and Maddie Turley. Cheers!
Ep 4747, Bobby Mackey's Music Word
EHello friends! Join us on a journey to the most haunted nightclub in the US. Bobby Mackey's has a dark past full of murders, cults, and tragedy. It's no wonder there are lingering spirits. Cheers!
Ep 4646. Moab Murders
EHello Friends! Summer break is over, and we're back to our regularly scheduled podcasting. This week Mama covers the tragic case of Kylen Schulte and Crystal Turner who were murdered in the summer of 2021. While there is a pretty clear suspect in this case, the case can't be formally solved. Cheers!
Ep 4545. The Keddie Cabin Murders
EHey friends! Sorry for the delay in posting. Between jet lag and time zones we weren't able to get it together in time. We are taking it back to the horror movie flight where I mentioned the Keddie Cabin Murders. This tragic case is a quadruple murder of the Sharp family and their friend Dana Wingate. Cheers!
Ep 4444. The Kirtland Cult Murders
Hello Friends! This week we cover our first cult killings. The Kirtland Cult led by Jeffrey Lundgen murdered the five members of the Avery family in 1989 as a blood sacrifice. Dive deep into this tragedy and let us know what you think. Cheers!
Ep 4343. Moon River Brewing Company
EHello Friends! This week we dive into our first haunted bar!!! The Moon River Brewing Co. is in Savannah, GA and houses some very interesting spirits. The berwery which was once a hotel has seen several violent deaths, a yellow fever outbreak, and the Civil War. Cheers!
Keg #9: LGBTQIA+ Liberation Movements
EHello friends! In honor of pride month we decided to cover the Stonewall Riots, the amazing work of Edie Windsor, and Obergfell vs. Hodges. These major events sparked the passage of LGBTQIA+ rights, and we felt it was so important to cover. Cheers!
Ep 4242. The Goatman's Bridge
EHey Friends! This week Mama covers the legend of the Goatman's Bridge in Denton County, TX. Watch out when you try to cross because the spirit of the Goatman may come to get you. Is this spirit a vengeful spirit or is there something demonic afoot? Let us know what you think! Cheers!!
Ep 4141. Dorian Corey and Her Skeleton in the Closet
EHello friends! I wanted to cover the iconic house mother and drag performer Dorian Corey from NYCs Ballroom scene. We even talk about the mysterious death of Bobby Wells who was found mummified in her closet. Cheers!
Flight #8: Japan's Haunted Tunnels
EHello Friends! In preparation for her journey to Japan, we compiled some of the most haunted tunnels in Japan. Is there more to these places than tragic accidents or are the stories nothing but urban legends? Let us know. Cheers!
40. Marsha PayItNoMInd Johnson
Happy Pride Friends!! To kick off pride month we are bringing you the story of the fabulous life and tragic death of Marsha P. Johnson, one of the biggest LGBTQIA+ icons there is. She was tragically found dead in the Hudson River but for decades there has been debate over whether she took her own life or if she was murdered. Let us know what you think. Cheers!
39. The Chupacabra
Hello Friends! Sorry the last episode was broken, but we were able to recover the lost audio of the Chupacabra. Is this pesky goat sucker a dog with mange, an other worldly pet, or something else entirely. Let us know what you think! Cheers.
Keg #8: Byberry State Hospital
EHello friends! This month we cover the atrocities and the spirits of the Byberry State Hospital in Philadelphia. Let us know what you think! Cheers!!
Ep 3838. The Mummy's Curse
EHey Friends! It's Alana's birthday and Mama has a treat for us. As a human fascinated by ancient Egypt, Alana was always curious about the curse of King Tut's tomb. We dive into the history of why this legend came about, and share some hot takes about the curse as a whole. Cheers!
Ep 3737. Agatha Christie's Strange Disappearance
EHello Friends! This week Alana covers the mysterious disappearance of none other than the queen of mystery....Agatha Christie!! Was her strange experience due to amnesia or was she trying to get back at her cheating husband? Let us know what you all think! Cheers!!
Ep 3636. The Mysterious Bermuda Triangle
EHey Friends! This week Mama covers the strange occurrences that people have experienced in the Bermuda Triangle. These date all the way back to 1492 when Columbus was in the area. Are there paranormal forces at work in this region of the Atlantic or can it all be explained by severe weather? Share your thoughts with us!
Flight #7: Horror Villains and Serial Killers
EHappy May Friends! Spring has sprung and we are discussing all sorts of Horror villains who were inspired by real life true crime cases. From Scream to Halloween and Ted Bundy to Ed Gein, join us on this wild ride! If there are other movies you want us to deep dive into, email us!
Ep 3535. The Abduction of Travis Walton
EHello friends! This week, Alana covers one of the most convincing alien abductions and UFO encounters! What do you think Travis Walton and his friends experienced in 1975? Cheers!
Keg #7: The Borden Murders and Spirits
EHappy Keg season friends!!! This month we dove deep into the murders of Andrew and Abby Borden. Did their daughter Lizzie commit these gruesome ax murders? Probably...did she have help? Probably....Was she gay? Definitely! Mama also covers some of the history of the land and other deaths that occurred on or near the property, as well as some ghostly encounters. Cheers!
Ep 3434. The Curious Death of George Reeves
EHappy Wednesday Friends! We are back with a good old fashioned Hollywood death. Was George Reeves a man who took his own life or was there more to his death that meets the eye? Let us know what you think! Cheers.
Ep 3333. Waverly Hills Sanatorium
EHey Friends! Sorry for the long delay. Moving and puckwudgies were getting in the way. This week Alana shares the tale of the Waverly Hills Sanatorium, a place where you may not return from your stay....I not a great poet but this episode is so fab! Cheers!
Ep 3232. Amelia Earhart aka the Babe of the Sky
EHappy March friends! Alana covers the disappearance of Amelia Earhart and her navigator Fred Noonan. Did they perish in a crash in 1937 or was there something more to the story? Let us know what you think. Cheers!
Ep 3131. The Queen Mary
ESorry for the 24 hour delay friends! We are back to our regularly scheduled programming as Mama brings us the story of the spirit-full Queen Mary. Cheers!
Flight #6: the 27 Club
EHappy March Friends! This is a hefty flight but we were so excited to talk all about the 27 Club and its members. Cheers!
Ep 3030. Robert Johnson aka The Granddaddy of Rock n' Roll
EHappy Wednesday Friends! This week we embraced our music history nerd-dom and cover the mysterious life and death of Robert Johnson. Did he sell his soul to the devil in order to become one of the greatest guitarists of all time? Even if he didn't his impact on blues and rock n' roll is undeniable. Cheers!
Ep 2929. Pride Family Murders
EHappy Wednesday Friends! This week Mama covers the tragic case of the Pride family murders. In September 1982, Valerie Pride and her daughters Shontia and Duana were found murdered in their home. No suspects have ever been identified in this case so please submit any info to silentwitness.org. Cheers!
Keg #6: ATKID
EHappy February friends! We decided to center Black stories for our keg this month. We dove deep into the Atlanta Child Murders or ATKID. This case covers the deaths of 30 young people in Atlanta who were kidnapped and murdered for about 18 months, from 1979 to 1981. Let us know what you think! Cheers.
Ep 2828. Nessie
EHappy Valentine's Day Friends! This week Alana Rae decided to share her love of all things Nessie. This majestic creature has been the subject of cryptozoologists for centuries. Is she real or a hoax? Cheers friends!
Ep 2727. Ancient Pyramids
EHappy Wednesday Friends! We have a fun episode for y'all this week. Mama dives deep into the history and construction of ancient pyramids around the world. Were these wonders designed by extra-terrestrials or did ancient civilizations dream them up? Apologies for any audio mishaps it's been wild over here. Cheers!
Flight #5: Route 666
EHappy February friends! Welcome to Black History Month and the season of love. We decided to talk about a road we have traveled in the southwest Routes 491 and 191, formerly known as Route 666. This road loving called "The Devil's Highway" goes through Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado and many travelers have reported some wild things. Let us know if you have ever encountered something paranormal while traveling through the Southwest! Cheers!
Ep 2626. Lake Bodom Murders
EHappy Wednesday Friends! We decided to travel all the way to Finland for this week's episode. Alana tells the story of the Lake Bodom murders where 3 teens tragically lost their lives camping in Espoo, Finland. Which of the suspects do you like for the crime? Let us know! Cheers!
Ep 2525. Yeti or Not
EHey friends! This week we're dipping our toes into the cryptid pool as Mama tells us about the Yeti in the Himalayas!! Cheers!
Ep 2424. The Roswell Incident
EHappy Wednesday Friends! This week we take a break from murder as Alana covers the Roswell incident and possible coverup. Did the government cover up the crash by saying it was a weather balloon? Do aliens exist? Do crash test dummies look like bodies? Let us know what you all think!