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On October 8, 1871, while the world watched Chicago burn, the deadliest wildfire in American history was destroying Peshtigo, Wisconsin. In this episode of the Yore Town Podcast, Beard Laws and Meg uncover the forgotten history of the Peshtigo Fire—a disaster so hot it created its own weather systems, fire tornadoes, and boiled rivers. Most people know about the Great Chicago Fire, but few know th...

On July 30th, 1899, a small fire and a steady wind erased nearly two-thirds of Tupper Lake, NY in a single night. In this episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we travel back to the late 19th century in the Adirondacks. Tupper Lake was a boomtown built for loggers, mill workers, and railroad laborers. It was fast, practical, and constructed almost entirely of wood. But it had one fatal flaw: No fire d...

A stranger answered a room-for-rent ad, passed every background check, and moved in. Then, he tortured his landlord and vanished into thin air. In this episode of Yore Town Podcast, we cover the terrifying unsolved murder of Oakey "Al" Kite. In 2004, Al did everything right when renting out his spare room in Aurora, Colorado. He checked references, verified employment, and trusted the ma...

We investigate the dark truth behind the Lawson Family murders of Christmas Day 1929—the eerie family portrait, the "brain injury" theory, and why one son was left alive. In this episode of Yore Town, we uncover the chilling story of Charlie Lawson, the tobacco farmer who took his family into town for new clothes and a portrait just days before systematically ending their lives on Christ...

We investigate the tragic Bardstown Murders, the unsolved true crime case that shattered the innocence of a small Kentucky town and captivated the nation. In this powerful episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we take a deep dive into the string of shocking, interconnected, and still unsolved murders that rocked Bardstown, Kentucky. This is a small town with big secrets. We explore the details of the...

A Christmas Eve fire, five missing children, and a chilling mystery that has lasted nearly 80 years. INVESTIGATE the Sodder case with us. Welcome to Yore Town, where we delve into the darkest corners of American true crime. This episode unpacks the most unsettling unsolved mystery of the 20th century: the disappearance of the Sodder children on Christmas Eve in 1945. In Fayetteville, West Virginia...

Can humans and the world's largest land predator truly coexist? DIVE into the chilling reality of Churchill, Manitoba here! Welcome to the Yore Town Podcast, where we explore the most challenging and unique stories from communities facing extreme situations. In this episode, we venture to Churchill, Manitoba, famously known as the Polar Bear Capital of the World, to investigate the town's innovati...

What Frank discovered in the girl's room was not a ghost—it was the infamous Daniel LaPlante, the boy who lived in the walls. This episode of Yore Town Podcast plunges you into the truly chilling narrative of the 1986 Pepperell home invasion by a young Daniel LaPlante, who hid for over a year inside the walls of the Bowen family home. The atmosphere is thick with suspense as we detail the unsettli...

Welcome to Yore Town, where we delve into the shadows of unsolved mystery. In this episode, we tackle one of Ireland's most enduring and frustrating true crime cold cases: the baffling disappearance of Conor and Sheila Dwyer from Fermoy, County Cork, in 1991. The last confirmed sighting of the couple was on April 30th, 1991, walking toward a funeral near their home. Just days later, their house wa...

The Colonial Parkway Murders are some of the most chilling unsolved cases in Virginia history. Between 1986 and 1989, four young couples vanished from the scenic route, launching a frantic serial killer investigation that has spanned decades. Join Your Town Podcast as we delve into the dark history of these mysterious crimes. We explore the tragic stories of the victims, the challenges faced by or...

Where do experienced hunters go when they vanish without a trace? WATCH the ultimate deep dive into the Missing 411 phenomenon here. Welcome to Yore Town, where we investigate the most baffling unsolved mysteries that challenge explanation. In this chilling episode, we plunge headfirst into the controversial and terrifying world of Missing 411—specifically, the pattern of skilled hunters disappear...

Dive into the shocking true story of Richard Trenton Chase, the infamous Sacramento Vampire. This episode of Yore Town Podcast exposes the escalating horror and profound mental illness that led to his chilling serial killer rampage. If you are searching for an in-depth look at true crime history and criminal psychology, this is the video. We explore the disturbing timeline of this serial killer: f...

Did a demonic presence terrorize a family for over a decade? Dive into the spine-chilling true story of the Smurl family haunting in West Pittston, Pennsylvania. This infamous case involves renowned paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, who claimed the family was under demonic oppression. From strange smells and sounds to horrifying physical attacks and even sexual assault by an unseen...

The Smiley Face Killers theory is one of the most chilling unsolved mysteries in true crime history. This episode of the Yore Town Podcast delves deep into the terrifying pattern of disappearances of young men across the Midwest and the controversial theory that links them all. What is the Smiley Face Killers Theory? Hosts Matt and Megh explore the eerie patterns that former detectives identified...

The Halloween lie that became a nightmare. 😱 This is the untold TRUE CRIME story of Ronald Clark O'Bryan, the infamous "Candy Man" who killed Halloween forever. In 1974, Ronald Clark O'Bryan murdered his own son, Timothy, with poisoned Halloween candy in one of the most shocking cases of insurance fraud and filicide in American history. Join us on the Yore Town Podcast as we break down...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Yore Town Podcast, where we delve into the chilling Evelyn Hartley disappearance, one of La Crosse, Wisconsin's most notorious unsolved mystery cases. In 1953, 15-year-old Evelyn vanished while babysitting, leaving behind disturbing evidence and a community haunted by unanswered questions. This isn't just a missing persons case; it’s a terrifying true crime sto...

Hear the terrifying story of the Alphabet Murders and the city that still waits for answers. In the quiet, family-oriented city of Rochester, New York, the 1970s were supposed to be a time of peace and prosperity. But between 1971 and 1973, a series of heinous crimes shattered that sense of security, giving birth to one of New York's most haunting and enduring unsolved mysteries: The Alphabet Murd...

Welcome to YoreTown, where we uncover the dark histories and unsolved mysteries of small-town America. In this episode, we're diving deep into the brutal and chilling case that shook Wyoming: the 1988 murder of Lisa Marie Kimmel. Her body was found in the North Platte River, and for 14 long years, her case remained cold, a terrifying unanswered question for her family and the entire state. Join us...

Every town has a story, and some are darker than expected. In this gripping episode of Yore Town Podcast, we delve into the chilling unsolved mystery of Breonna Maitland, a 17-year-old girl who vanished without a trace on March 19, 2004, in Vermont. Her abandoned car was found, raising immediate suspicions of foul play in this haunting cold case. We explore Breonna's background as an independent,...

The crime that shocked a quiet town. In this chilling episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we expose the horrific Labor Day murders that left Starkville, Mississippi, in fear for nearly three decades. We delve into the brutal attack on Catherine Krigler and the murder of Betty Jones, and the incredible, long journey to justice that followed. This isn't just another cold case; it's a testament to pers...

Step into the chilling mystery of Hinterkaifeck, one of Europe's most baffling unsolved murder cases. In this episode of Yore Town Podcast, we explore the eerie farm, the troubled Gruber family, and the brutal crime that shocked Bavaria. We delve into the strange events foreshadowing the tragedy, the mishandled investigation, and the haunting theories surrounding the killer. Prepare for a deep div...

Can an exorcism lead to murder? In this truly chilling episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we delve into the haunting case of Michael Taylor, a man who, after undergoing an 8-hour exorcism, committed a horrific murder. We explore the disturbing events leading up to the crime and the subsequent legal battle, raising unsettling questions about the fine line between mental health, religious beliefs, an...

His last words were "oh sh**." Then, he vanished. In this chilling episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we delve into the baffling and unsolved mystery of Brandon Swanson, a young man who disappeared from a rural Minnesota road in 2008. We meticulously examine the terrifying phone call to his parents, the discovery of his car, and the painstaking search efforts that followed, all of which l...

Prepare for a chilling journey into darkness. In this intense episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we delve into the notorious story of Tommy Lynn Sells, a serial killer whose unpredictable and erratic behavior terrified America. Discover his troubled childhood, the gruesome details of his crimes, and the relentless pursuit for justice served after years of evasion. This isn't just a true crime podca...

Prepare to be terrified. In this chilling episode of the Yore Town Podcast, we expose the horrific true story of Danny Rolling, famously known as the Gainesville Ripper, whose brutal crimes became the terrifying inspiration behind the iconic horror movie SCREAM. This isn't just a true crime podcast; it's a deep dive into the mind of a serial killer and the real-life terror that shaped a pop cultur...