A Scary State

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week’s October Spooky Special is extra special — we’re sharing cases that were brought to us directly by the victims’ families. First, Kenzie tells the story of Janice Lillie, a loving mother and pillar of her community whose life was tragically cut short in November 1991. Though there was a conviction, some pieces still don’t quite...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we dive into one of Japan’s most chilling and disturbing cases. Lauren takes us into the twisted world of Futoshi Matsunaga, a man who manipulated, tortured, and terrorized those around him with frightening control. Known for his charisma that masked pure evil, Matsunaga’s crimes left Japan reeling and earned him the title of...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! We’re diving into week two of our October Spooky Specials! This time, Kenzie takes center stage with a deep dive into the infamous Black Dahlia case. The gruesome murder of Elizabeth Short, better known as the Black Dahlia, has haunted Hollywood for decades. Together, we’ll break down the facts of the case and explore the many theories a...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Our first Spooky Special of October is all about superstitions! We dive into the origins of some of the most famous beliefs—like why people knock on wood or avoid walking under ladders. Kenzie takes us deep into the world of Santa Muerte and her influence on Mexico’s narcocultura (narco culture). Meanwhile, Lauren hits the road to uncove...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to Wisconsin, where history and the bizarre collide! Lauren kicks things off with the story of John Schrank, the man who tried to assassinate President Theodore Roosevelt during a campaign stop in Milwaukee. Schrank’s troubled past, strange visions, and shocking actions make this a story that is as unsettling as...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re diving into two stories of wealth, mystery, and maritime hauntings! First, Kenzie takes us into the scandalous life of Doris Duke, once called “the richest girl in the world.” From her turbulent personal relationships to the mysterious death of her companion, Doris’s story is a mix of glamour, power, and controversy that...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re venturing deep into the wild wilderness of the Gem State—Idaho! Lauren kicks things off with a chilling mix of eerie tales, beginning with the mysterious “Zone of Death” in Yellowstone, where unusual laws spark unsettling possibilities. She also dives into strange disappearances in Idaho’s rugged mountains, stories that...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Things aren’t always what they seem in the Great Lakes State—Michigan! First, Kenzie takes us to the idyllic Mackinac Island, a vacation hotspot known for its charm and beauty. But beneath the picturesque exterior lies a chilling truth: the island is rumored to have over 3,000 haunted locations. Then, Lauren dives into the story of Rober...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading down to the Peach State—Georgia! Lauren kicks things off with the mysterious story of a Pillar in Augusta, Georgia, a structure shrouded in legend and said to carry a deadly curse that lingers to this day. Then, Kenzie dives into the heartbreaking case of Devonia Inman, a man who spent over 20 years behind bars f...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to our close neighbor, the Tar Heel State! Kenzie dives into the chilling story of Barbara and Russ Stager. On the surface, they seemed like the picture-perfect couple, but when one of them ends up shot in the back of the head, their carefully crafted image shatters. The case may appear straightforward, but the t...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to the First State—Delaware! Lauren begins with the tragic tale of Mary Elizabeth Dunning and her husband, John Preston Dunning, a story that proves some choices come with devastating consequences. Then, Kenzie takes us to the charming yet eerie Addy Sea Inn in Bethany Beach. This historic bed-and-breakfast is ho...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading out west to the Sunflower State—Kansas! Kenzie kicks things off with the state’s oldest cold case: the murder of Mary Robin Walter. For 44 years, this case remained unsolved—until advances in technology and modern investigative techniques finally brought the truth to light. Then, Lauren takes us deep into two of...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading up north to the Constitution State—Connecticut! Lauren kicks things off with a look at two of the state’s eeriest cryptids: the mysterious Faceless People and the elusive Melonheads. The Faceless People are exactly what they sound like—strange figures with smooth, featureless faces and small holes for ears, who p...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we're heading deep into the heart of the Bayou State—Louisiana! Kenzie starts us off with the chilling legend of the Myrtles Plantation, often hailed as one of the most haunted houses in America. From phantom footsteps and mysterious handprints to the infamous tale of a ghostly woman in a green turban, the plantation&apos...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to the Land of 10,000 Lakes—Minnesota! Lauren kicks things off with the haunting history of the Palmer House Hotel. Built on the site of a former hotel that burned to the ground, the Palmer House has become a hotspot for ghost hunters and paranormal investigators. From disembodied footsteps to unexplained shadows...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading into the mysterious woods of Arkansas! Kenzie kicks things off with the legendary Fouke Monster—an elusive creature said to roam the swamps and forests near the town of Fouke. Then, Lauren dives into the unsettling true crime case of James Waybern Hall. Once a respected figure in his community, Hall harbored dark...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Happy Independence Day, USA! This week, we dive into the chaos and crime that often unfold during July 4th festivities. We kick things off with some of the ridiculous (and illegal) predicaments people tend to find themselves in while celebrating the holiday. Then, Lauren shares the heartbreaking story of Deundray Cottrell, who was tragic...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we head to the Heart of Dixie—Alabama! Kenzie begins with the heartbreaking story of Vicki DeBlieux, a kind-hearted woman whose life was tragically cut short after a trip to visit family. What started as a journey home ended in a senseless act of violence that left more questions than answers. Then, Lauren turns up the heat wi...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re headed to the tropical paradise of Hawaii—but not for the sunshine and surf. Lauren dives into the legends of terrifying Hawaiian monsters and deities, including the powerful shapeshifting Mo‘o, the pig-man demigod Kamapua‘a, and the protective (but sometimes vengeful) ancestral spirits known as ‘Aumakua. These stories a...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to the beautiful Bluegrass State—Kentucky! Kenzie kicks things off with a chilling reminder of one of humanity’s oldest fears: being buried alive. In the 18th and 19th centuries, this wasn’t just a nightmare—it was a very real concern, especially for the Hatcher family of Pikeville. According to local legend, Oct...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to the rugged wilds of the Granite State — New Hampshire! Lauren kicks things off with the eerie legend of the Woods Devils, elusive, Bigfoot-like creatures said to haunt the dense forests of the North Country. Then, Kenzie unravels the tale of Ocean Born Mary, a woman with a haunting origin — born on the high se...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re heading to South Dakota to cover two chilling cases. First, we look at the brutal 1995 murder of Mary K. Ross, a young mother whose life was taken in a horrifying murder-for-hire plot. Then, we revisit the decades-old mystery of Cheryl Miller and Pamela Jackson—two teens who vanished on their way to a party in 1971, only...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we're heading to the misty forests and rugged coastline of the Pacific Northwest to explore the eerie and unsettling tales from the state of Washington. Lauren kicks things off with not one, but three chilling disappearance cases that share uncanny similarities—each one part of a mysterious pattern that stretches far beyo...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we head to Iowa to uncover chilling tales of spirits who may still be serving time. Kenzie explores the eerie history of the Squirrel Cage Jail in Council Bluffs—an old rotary jail that once held everyone from ax murderers to town drunks, whether they were awaiting trial or sleeping off a rough night. Some believe that some of...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we head to the Land of Enchantment—New Mexico! First, Lauren unearths a lesser-known urban legend: La Mala Hora . Depending on who you ask, she appears as either a massive black shadow or a terrifying ghostly woman. But one thing’s for sure—if you see her, it might be your last moment. Then, Kenzie dives into the chilling deta...