Castles & Cryptids

This week we bring you a plethora of individuals who are really bad at trying to kill people. Alanna brings a variety of cases, including a girl's plan to murder her neighbours over some really good......dairy products? as well as a lesson not to mess with Susan because she will not go down without a fight. Then, Kelsey covers the winding tale of a contract kill that was re-gifted way too many tim...

Happy Podiversary Cryptic Cuties!! It has been one whole year since we started this peculiar little paranormal podcas,t and we want to thank all of you for listening! We would be nothing without you.  We have some very special creatures for you this week, you know them, you love them, it's Mothman and Bigfoot! The dynamic duo :)  Let's dive into the history, sightings, FBI profiles, and...

For this week's episode we take you through two tragic crimes that happened during spring break trips gone wrong. First, Kelsey covers the unsolved disappearance of Brittanee Drexel. Who was involved? Do the girls that were invited her know more than they say, or worse did they target Brittanee from the start? Then, Alanna covers the horrific murder of Mark Kilroy, who got separated from his frien...

Something wicked this way comes....or maybe it's already in your house? We dive into the history of Ouija boards, the most popular spirit summoning board you can buy at your local toy store. How did these "talking boards" get to be a household name and "game", but also a notorious occult item? Kelsey takes us through it and also shares some sinister first-hand experiences of planchette play. Have...

If you've ever been on a trip with friends far from home, you probably know how scary the idea of getting lost can be. Or getting hurt. That's what makes the case of missing hikers Lisanne Froon and Kris Kremers so sad and sinister. These two young Dutch girls went missing in Panama and the world has been wondering what exactly happened ever since.  Alanna takes us through the facts, mysteries and...

Welcome back! This week we take a shallow dive into all things Scotland to bring you this very special episode. First, Alanna covers some Scottish folklore and legends, ranging from giants to whirlpools. Then, Kelsey shares some cryptids that you need to keep an eye out for on your next vacation to the Highlands. Prepare yourself for Scottish accents, buff horses, Outlander chat and so much more i...

There seems to be a running theme with this week's episode- and it's love triangles! Well, one might be more of a rhombus, not sure, let's just say, It's Complicated.  Because how could we have Crimes of Passion without first having the passion? And who drives you more crazy than your significant other?? Evelyn Nesbitt was sometimes called the Marilyn Monroe of her times- a beautiful, photogenic a...

For this weeks episode we cover two very strange missing persons cases that have garnered much speculation. Alanna does a deep dive into a case that involves underwater caves and a very ominous warning sign. If you are claustrophobic, be warned......it's an extremely tight fit. Then, Kelsey covers the story of a holiday with friends that goes terribly wrong, and incudes some weird CCTV footage. Wh...

Bob Dylan has been quoted as saying, "Fame is a curse. I never envied one of the famous people I've known." We can't help but wonder if he's at least partly right. Quite a few of the models who appeared in the magazine's centerfold met tragic ends very young. While some of them had their lives taken from them by force, others may have succumbed to some of the pressures of fame and fortune. So is i...

Welcome to the first part of our two part Hollywood Curses episode. This week Kelsey hosts a takeover to cover the many strange and horrible accidents that plagued the set of the 1994 film The Crow. Has a curse really killed 3 of the first-born men in the Lee Family??  Then, she finishes off her segment, and part one with a paranormal haunting fit for a very famous Hollywood landmark. Tune in next...

This week we head to Taika Waititi-land (isn't that what we're calling it now?😜) to uncover some more seedy criminals and messed up shenanigans! We kick things off with a Pamper Party, sounds innocent enough right? WRONG! Straight to Murdertown with this one! But seriously, folks, this one is EFFED up. You can't trust anyone, even when you are trying to treat yo'self.  The cherry on top is a stor...

Welcome back, we hope you missed us as much as we missed you! For the first episode of 2022 we share some medical mysteries that have stumped doctors for years. First, Kelsey, shares a condition that she wouldn't wish on her worst enemy. What's the worst set of symptoms you can imagine? Then Alanna covers a mysterious reoccurring condition that started by effecting very specific people, and now se...

O Florida Man, Florida Man, wherefore art thou Florida Man? This week we say goodbye to 2021 with a trip to Florida and meet some of the interesting people who live there. First Kelsey shares a case that involves a murderer with some strange explanations for his DNA being everywhere at the scene. Then we close out the episode with a collection of Florida Man headlines fit for the memes they have b...

Coming at you with some grisly rituals of human sacrifice this week! But there's SO MUCH MORE to the Aztecs! Crazy calendars and a Codex, an end of the world party to dance until your dead, and of course weird animal gods...spiky water dog, anyone?? More bizarre appendages at the end of creatures' tails?? a Chocolate loving cryptid??  We've got it all this week and even a theory as to what took do...

For this week's episode we are excited to present two cults you may never have heard of before! First, Kelsey shares the very complicated history between a Canadian "cult" and the government, let's just say Kelsey thinks both sides did a few things wrong. Then, Alanna spreads the message of a supernatural cult whose beliefs are out of this world, but you may still find yourself agreeing with. So g...

This week we take a trip out to sea when we cover two very creepy ships. First, Kelsey covers the history and hauntings of a aircraft carrier with a long and fascinating background. Then, Alanna shares the story of a mysterious ghost ship with many unanswered questions and theories. Welcome and all aboard, with your right foot first, for an episode filled with tangents, superstitions, creepy corri...

Kon'nichiwa cryptic friends! This edition of true crime is brought to you from Japan, perhaps a pairing with sake and sushi? :P We brought two very different stories this week, both cryptic in their own way.  To kick us off, Alanna covers the Yakuza, the organized crime conglomerate that has been around for centuries. From humble beginnings the Japanese "mafia" has turned to disaster relief e...

We've brought you watery cryptids, and cryptids from the true north strong and free, now it's time to feature some flying cryptids! Kelsey kicks us off with a trio of cryptic creatures- one has been seen in the Harry Potter universe, one can be found in the video game universe of Fallout, and the third is very famous and named after it's state. At least one of these fantastic beasts will be sure t...

This week we are covering some sinister spouses- cause the couple that slays together, stays together....right?? Get out your notepad for the first half, 'cause Kelsey covered a Guy Ritchie movie, oops, we mean a bonkers case! Alanna got very confused with all the cast of characters, and we do mean CHARACTERS! in the very convoluted case of the death of Ted Binion. The son of a prominent casino ow...

Have you ever wondered why we carve Jack- o'lanterns on Halloween? Or who invented trick-or-treating anyway? Find out these answers and more on our first ever Halloween lore episode! We tackled some of the myths, lore, legends and monsters that stem from the ancient Samhain fire festival. I mean, who hasn't wondered where we come up with the strange things we do on holidays?  Have you ever he...

For most movies, "based on a true story" is not very accurate, so for episode 31 we bring you the true crime case behind the horror movie.  First, Kelsey covers the Texarkana Moonlight Murders, a series of attacks that drove an entire town to panic over a wild summer no one would forget. Then, Alanna covers the heartbreaking life of Aileen Wuornos and how her childhood may have influenced her...

It's the Exorcism episode guys! The Exorcism of Castles and Cryptids. We give a little history of the exorcism itself and also do a couple of deep dives. Alanna uncovers the truth behind the real case of Emma Schmidt, who inspired the movie "the Exorcism of Anna Ecklund". Wanna learn how to expel demons too? We'll tell you all about the course you can take to be the next Exorcist! Speaking of Exor...

For episode 29 we share a few stories of horrible things that happened on Halloween. First, Kelsey tells the story of a love triangle, or is it a love square? that turns very sour. Then, Alanna tells a tragic story of Halloween mischief turned deadly, then sharing a list of Halloween pranks gone horribly wrong. Try to keep calm and Halloween on! 'Cause this frustrating episode will leave you askin...

To kick off our Octoberfest of scary stories that we're bringing you all month long, we tore into some horror movies based on supernatural events. Some of them are true, others more, true-ish? As with all "based on a true story" films, we have to take the "truth" with a grain of salt.  Kelsey covers a creepy case based on a foreign film that is loosely based on the story of Manuel Blanco Roma...

This week we are covering some lesser known crime cases from a small country- Slovenia. We decided to treat our Slovenian listeners (and the rest of you!!) to some hometown murders and a smattering of-cyber crime?? Alanna covers Silvo Plut, sometimes called the worst serial sadist in the Balkans (there aren't a lot to choose from tbh) and follows it up with a cyber attack that affected millions of...