Crime, Cults, & Coffee

Trigger Warning: Case involves a child. Contains mention of suicide and/or details mentioning the harm of a child. “It could never happen here”. The words many places have spoken… until it does. Sean Daugherty was a 12 year old boy, with a life full of laughter, love, and promise. Responsible and sweet-natured, Sean was adored by his family and friends. Then on April 14, 2022, utter tragedy struck...

What ever you do, don’t say her name 3 times… (or in some cases 47). This month’s episode discusses probably one of the most well-known Urban Legends— Bloody Mary. You’ll hear potential origin stories, as well individual experiences from Reddit users and the hosts! Did your childhood include trying to summon Bloody Mary? Did you succeed? Let us know! 🪞

June 21, 2004 started out like any other work day for Jim Donnelly. The father of 2 left his New Zealand home and walked into work, only to never be seen again. Not only were the details surrounding his disappearance strange, but what was later discovered made it even more bizarre. 21 years later and there are still many pieces needed to begin to solve the puzzle of where Jim went. If you or someo...

Although Roswell is known for lighting the match with UFO sightings, it may not have actually been the first one (contrary to what we’ve believed for generations). In this episode, tune in as CCC covers the Trinity UFO case and all that comes with it. Taking place in 1945 New Mexico, it would have actually pre-dated Roswell by 2 years… if it in fact happened. This story is shrouded by conspiracy t...

Listen in to this month's episode, as Joan (from Late Night Legends podcast) is BACK as a guest cohost and taking over CCC! Not only did she pick the case, but she's covering it as well. So sit back & listen in, as she delves into the story of Greenbrier Ghost. It involves murder, mayhem, misogyny, and the magic of a mother's intuition... or mediumship! We had a lot to process with this one. L...

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains mention of physical/sexual abuse & suicide. Grant Solomon endured more than most in his lifetime, as did his mom and sister. To say Grant was failed by the system and by some members of society… is a massive understatement. Recently turning 18, the summer of 2020 was supposed to be a pivotal moment for him for more reasons than one. Those opportunities were cut short when...

Crime, Cults, & Coffee is officially back from hiatus and ready to bring you new cases, spooky stories, and alien encounters! Included in this episode are some new details and changes in regards to what the future has in store for the podcast. In this haunted places episode, the historical info and hauntings of a well known NJ location are discussed... also tying in to urban legends that surro...

Rachel Mellon Skemp was well-liked, thrived in school, & exuded positivity everywhere she went. Even with a tumultuous home life (at times), she seemed to have a glow about her. On January 31, 1996 — Rachel stayed home from school, only to mysteriously vanish by mid-day. Rachel has not been seen or heard from since. If you have any information regarding Rachel or her disappearance, please contact:...

Spooky RE-RELEASE from last October 👻 Next week will come with a new episode, along with info going forward for when the Halloween babe is here 🦇 Thanks again for your understanding, listens, & support! IT’S SPOOKY SEASON GUYS & GHOULS!!! If you’ve been listening long enough, you know how much we love this time of the year. So to be super festive, we’re bringing back the eerie. This week we’re c...

Thank you listeners for sticking it out with me as this week’s episode is another RE-RELEASE. Month 9 and I’m currently exhausted and trying to slow down a bit (since I haven’t up until now, along with running on fumes). I’m trying my best to still post something for you, even if that *something* isn’t a brand new episode! In one of the most perplexing cases yet— this week we cover the story of th...

Bare with me, as this week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE! TRIGGER WARNING: This case includes gruesome crime scene details. What do you get when you combine fire, murder, money, and a bat-shit crazy human with a pig farm? This. Episode. Let's take you back to the early 1900's... when searching for a husband in the personal ads was apparently a thing (at least in this story anyway), and people were goi...

TRIGGER WARNING: Includes graphic detail, rape, and murder. Peter Morin aka The Chameleon spent decades committing crimes... and 12 years (that we know of) taking the lives of others. Between living a transient lifestyle and going by a multitude of aliases, he evaded authorities and suspicion of certain crimes for years. Manipulative, cunning, and elusive -- he found ways to ensnare those around h...

It’s BABY SHOWER WEEK!!! 🦇🎃🤍This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE & there’s been a couple requests for coverage of this case lately. So here it is again for those who missed it/haven’t gotten to it/didn’t realize we had an episode on it/want to re-hash Brian’s story again. CCC will be back with a new episode for next week’s podcast! In 2006– a night at the bar with friends, evolved into a massive...

Asha Degree was a 9 year old girl, who was a star on the basketball court and had a loving and supportive family. February 14, 2000– she left her bed and disappeared into the rainy darkness. A timeline leading up to Asha’s disappearance since unfolded, clues were uncovered, and multiple questions arose. What happened to Asha in those early hours of Valentine’s morning & what truly motivated her to...

Gather round’ the campfire 🔥 Let’s tell some urban legends! This episode covers the tales of 100 Steps Cemetery and Goatman. A strange ghostly figure with prophetic visions & a bloodthirsty creature hiding in the woods. Do you believe these stories… or are they really just legend?

This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE because this week turned out to be very unpredictable and LOUD NOISES! This episode dives into the drug rehab turned cult. Synanon began in the late 50’s-early 60’s, and grew to be a nightmare for most that attended. From shaved heads, to attack therapy, to a fleet of 400 motorcycles and an airstrip, Synanon became very well known to California residents. But no...

Lindy Sue Biechler was a newlywed, 19 year old girl, whose beautiful life was just beginning. After a day of work and errands, she returned home to her apartment— only to be met with an intruder of the worst kind. Investigators worked tirelessly from 1975-on, never giving up on Lindy or her case. This episode comes with a timeline of information that makes you want to scream from the rooftops (in...

On October 23, 1981- 17 year old Kurt Sova not only made some choices that were described as out of character, but mysteriously vanished that night. After 5 days of panic and worry, Kurt was located, but sadly no longer alive. From there, more mystery surrounded his whereabouts and the conditions in which he was found. Almost 42 years later and loved ones are still in need of answers. If you have...

This week’s episode is a RE-RELEASE but also comes with a really recent UPDATE! Please take the time to listen (or re-listen) to these very important stories, while honoring these women and their families. This episode covers two separate cases based out of the same Pennsylvania county. Samantha Lang was 22 years old when she was brutally murdered in March of 2007. Kelly Nicole Godfrey Smith was a...

Nancie Carolyn Walker was a bright light & a beautiful soul, who LOVED to dance. When she disappeared in Chicago in 2003- the worst was assumed by her family, but her case was sadly not taken seriously. That was until weeks later, when nothing but foul play could be suspected. Nancie is one of the many black women who have met a tragic end, only to have her story bypassed in the media. The epidemi...

TRIGGER WARNING: Contains mention of suicide, rape, and graphic details. Lisa McVey Noland was 17 years old and had already endured a lifetime of trauma that (thankfully) many people never have to experience. In the early morning hours of November 3, 1984-- she was abducted on her way home from work. Listen in to this week's episode to hear Lisa's story of bravery, intelligence, and awe-inspiring...

TRIGGER WARNING: Includes some graphic details. This week’s episode takes place in 1930’s Florida. Elena de Hoyos was a young woman, sadly diagnosed with an infectious killer of that time— Tuberculosis. Through this ailment, she soon met a man that believed to have the cure for her… as well as an obsession that ran deep. Listen in to hear her story and what progressed throughout her life & into he...

Edward and Bella will not be making a cameo in this episode, but the places being discussed are pretty epic in their own ways. In this 10th haunted places episode, the historical info and hauntings of 2 spooky locations are discussed. Listen to this episode for stories about “Carl Beck House” and “Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel”. Happy Hauntings!

Let’s talk about CRYPTIDS! This might be the first episode covering strictly this genre. Can’t remember at this point… but it’s super exciting and really overdue either way! Who doesn’t want to hear about a strange creature that might be your own local legend?! This week’s episode contains information about The Loveland Frogman and the Flatwoods Monster— enjoy!

In the summer of 1980– Dean Clouse, Tina Linn Clouse, & their baby Holly Marie, all picked up to move to Texas. By October 1980, the family completely vanished. Decades passed before any answers were found… & within those answers developed even stranger questions. Listen in, spread their story, & give some praise to genetic genealogy! If you have any information regarding the murders of Dean and T...