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In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Jane dives into the controversy surrounding the Nazca mummies—strange discoveries that have sparked global debate and speculation. Then Deklan explores the life, crimes, and death of actor Lloyd Avery II, tracing his rise, downfall, and the violent end that shocked Hollywood. Want to contact us, find us on: Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.com Instag...

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Deklan dives into the chilling case of the Gilgo Beach Killer, also known as the Long Island Serial Killer. What began as a missing persons investigation led to the discovery of multiple victims along Ocean Parkway and exposed years of investigative failures, unanswered questions, and a case that gripped the nation. One man, Rex Heuermann, has been ch...

In Episode 176 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Jane traces the evolution of Santa Claus, exploring how folklore, cultural shifts, and commercialization shaped the modern figure recognized today. Deklan then covers the murder of Nicole Brown Simpson, one of the most infamous true crime cases in American history, examining the violence that shocked the nation and the legacy the case left behind. We...

In Episode 175 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Deklan examines the tragic crash of Air Indiana Flight 216, which killed the University of Evansville men’s basketball team, and the devastating aftermath that followed, including the sudden death of the program’s final remaining member, David Furr. Jane then tells the disturbing New York case involving Minnie Soriano and the self-styled street astron...

In this episode, Jane dives into the bizarre depths of Operation Fantasia — a little-known World War II plan by the U.S. military to use glowing foxes to frighten Japanese soldiers. From bioluminescence experiments to psychological warfare, this story blurs the line between genius and absurdity. Then Deklan turns the spotlight on Vladimir Vinnichevsky, one of Russia’s earliest known serial killers...

In Episode 173 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Deklan investigates The 764 Group, an online extremist network that uses social media and gaming platforms to target and exploit teenagers, encouraging violence, self-harm, and criminal behavior behind anonymous accounts. Jane then examines the interconnected Canadian case involving Leonard Hogue, a disgraced Vancouver police officer, David Harrison,...

In Episode 172 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Jane explores the eerie legend of the Thanksgiving Ghost of Marsh Bridge, where holiday travelers encounter a restless spirit tied to a tragic past and a bridge said to carry paranormal warnings. Deklan then covers the 1982 murder of banker David Harmon in Olathe, Kansas, unraveling a shocking conspiracy involving betrayal within a marriage and a long...

Deklan explores the harrowing true crime story of Tracie McBride’s abduction from a military base—where duty, danger, and grief intersect. Jane takes a detour into the bizarre world of auto-brewery syndrome, spotlighting the people cursed to ferment their own feelings. This episode brings you mysteries of mind and matter, confessions from the front lines, and a glass raised to wonders deep within...

Jane leads with the relentless saga of Christopher Thomas, whose decade-plus obsession with Samantha Stites spiraled from creepy messages to a dramatic abduction and nationwide headlines. Deklan takes you inside one of Europe’s strangest missing persons cases—the vanishing of Lars Mittank, a young tourist whose panicked airport escape left behind more questions than answers. Tune in for a wild rid...

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Deklan unravels the infamous Halloween plot of Ronald O’Bryan—a father who traded trust for greed, transforming a night of treats into tragedy and lifelong caution. Jane tunes into the strange sonic secrets of Taos, New Mexico, exploring the persistent hum that divides locals: a sound so mysterious, some believe it’s something supernatural. Join us fo...

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy , Jane dives into the twisted case of Sarah Hartsfield — a woman whose web of deceit and cold calculation led to a shocking death that stunned her Texas community. Meanwhile, Deklan explores the hauntingly strange side of the human brain, where reality fractures and identity blurs. From hands that move on their own to delusions of being dead or replace...

This week on Brutal, Bizarre & Boozy, Jane dives into the true crime murder case of Colorado dentist James Craig, who poisoned his wife Angela using cyanide in 2023. Then, Deklan explores the Utah doomsday cult known as the Knights of the Crystal Blade, run by Sam Shaffer and John Coltharp. We also enjoy the Southern Knight cocktail. Want to contact us, find us on: Email: thebrutalandbizarre@g...

This week Deklan takes us back to the late 1800s when Jack the Ripper was terrorizing the streets of London. His identity was never determined and his victim count is also unknown. There are 5 victims that are typically attributed to Jack the Ripper but it’s believed he might have had more. Over the years there have been different suspects identified but there has not been a conclusive person iden...

This week Deklan tells us about President Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the US. Most know that he was assassinated in 1865. Some don’t know there were multiple attempts against the president but we talk about them here. Jane tells us about a mysterious clay disc found in Crete. The Phaistos disc is believed to be almost 4000 years old but there are many questions about where it came from,...

This week Jane tells us about the serial killer Dean Corll. He had nicknames of The Candy Man and The Pied Piper. Corll used the help of two teens in abducting many of his victims. Corll met an untimely demise when it went too far with one of the accomplices. Deklan tells us about the mining and drilling activities that took place at Lake Peigneur in Louisiana. A wild and unexpected disaster happe...

This week Deklan tells us about Suchir Balaji, he was a computer programmer who worked with Open AI. He became a whistle blower about potential copyright infringement that occurred with AI technology. After telling the press his beliefs, he died in a mysterious manner that was ruled suicide. Jane tells us about strange and spooky things happening in Alaska. In a triangular area of the large state...

This week Jane tells us about serial killer Joseph Naso, also called the Double Initial Killer. His propensity for shoplifting led to his eventual arrest for multiple murders that he documented in a journal. The crimes had long gone cold and his connection might have never been detected if it weren’t for his journal. Deklan tells us about a massive jewel heist when an armored truck was broken into...

This week Jane tells us a little known story about the open range in Oregon from the late 1800s. Cattle ranchers didn’t want to share the land with sheep so they brutally started to wage war against the sheep and sheep herders. Deklan tells us about the political scandal known as Watergate. The scandal involved the political administration of President Richard Nixon and eventually led to Nixon bei...

This week Deklan takes us back to Alcatraz and we go talk about when the inmates took over the island and the prison. Several inmates made an attempt to escape the prison by assaulted guards, stealing keys and weapons. It was a 3 day stand off that resulted in several deaths. Jane tells us about Leap Castle in Ireland which is said to be the most haunted castle in the world. There are multiple dif...

This week Deklan tells us about Joshua Blahyi, better known for his nickname, General Butt Naked. As a child he was identified as a future leader. During the Liberian First Civil War he was a military warlord. He believed he and his men were bulletproof because of their special practices they did as a group. This led them to shed their uniforms and be naked. Jane tells us about Leonard Kille, an e...

Happy 3 year anniversary to us! For this special episode we cover the brutal and bizarre aspects of the 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas, NV. It is listed as the deadliest mass shooting ever conducted by a single shooter. However, there are some who believe more than one shooter could have been involved. We also discuss some discrepancies in the identification of the body of the shooter. We also dr...

This week Deklan tells us about Ezequiel Zayas who had been diagnosed with psychiatric conditions after some troubling behavior. He was placed in jail for breaking into someone’s home. During his incarceration he killed his cell mate, Vance Grace. Jane tells us about popular bigfoot enthusiast, Peter Byrne, who founded the Bigfoot Information Center in Oregon. One day in the 1970s he received a re...

This week Jane tells us about Hamida Djandoubi, a convicted killer in France. He was given the death penalty in 1977 for killing his former girlfriend, Elisabeth Bousquet. She reported him for forcing her into sex work. He was the last person executed in France and the last person by method of guillotine. Deklan tells us about some of the historical methods of interrogating subjects and the “diffe...

This week Jane tells us about the quadruple killing in Moscow, ID in 2022. It took police about 6 weeks to identify and arrest the suspected killer, Bryan Kohberger. Although he initially denied being the killer, in June 2025 he pleaded guilty and was sentenced in July 2025. Deklan tells us about the dreadful working conditions that Karen Silkwood was subjected to working at a fuel manufacturing c...

This week Deklan tells us about the murder of Arlis Perry in 1974. Her body was strangely posed after bad things happened to her. There were a few suspects but her case went cold for decades. Thanks to DNA technology her murderer was finally identified. It was Stephen Crawford, the security guard who found her body. Jane tells us about another neurological condition that some people have, synesthe...