Castles & Cryptids

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...

Haunted AF series is back and more haunted than ever! What's better than a ghost of violent criminal? Especially ones that died in their cells? Could old jails BE any more haunted?? To kick it off, Kelsey locks us in the Old Charleston Jail which resembles a medieval castle and housed everyone from Union officers to swashbuckling pirates! Yaarg, is that a spirit I spy?? Stick around for the story...

Episode 25 continues with Kidnapping when Kelsey shares not one, but two wild cases. First, Kelsey does a deep dive on the Villemin family and their many unanswered secrets. Why does no one seem to want to talk? Who are they protecting? Second, she covers the 1976 Chowchilla Bus abduction with a much happier ending thanks to the heroic actions of two victims who decided not to wait around to be re...

This week we are talking abductions and not the extra terrestrial kind (for once). Alanna takes us through the disturbing details of the abduction of Natascha Kampusch. Does Stockholm syndrome mean the kidnapper has succeeded in brainwashing the victim, or is it a conscious survival technique the abductee uses to stay alive? Join us while we discuss this terrifying case of kidnapping and the survi...

For episode 23 we tackled some of the mysteries of ancient Egypt. First, Kelsey has some payback for Alanna with a game of Fact or Fiction, before answering the age-old question: How did Ancient Egyptians solve crimes? Then, Kelsey shares a mysterious Mummy with a unusual past and many unanswered questions. Finally, Alanna takes us on a deep dive of the secrets of the Sphinx and answers questions...

For this weeks episode, we take a trip across the pond for some true crime. First, Kelsey shares an infamous duo that are not #couplegoals, in possibly her worst case yet. Then, Alanna shares a mysterious murder with a debatable motive, that will have you scratching your head all day long. Join us for United Kingdom crimes!  Tags: UK True Crime, The Moors Murders, Ian Brady, Myra Hindley, The...

For this nightmare-inducing 21st episode we cover the crazy topic of sleep paralysis. First, Kelsey covers the science behind it all, before sharing some of the most popular sleep demons people witness all over the world. Then, Alanna shares some creepy sleep encounters from everyday people and even a few celebrity stories. Top it off with a deep dive into the Succubus and Incubus and you've got y...

She ain't petty she just looks that way-y. Oops, no wait, that's she ain't pretty. But have we got some pretty petty characters for you this episode! Ok we entertained calling this episode Tom Petty crimes but we restrained ourselves on the song puns....sort of. If you're here for crimes with corpses, this episode is going to disappoint, but if you're here for headlines like "Bread Squeezer Kneads...