Freakier Than Fiction

In this spine-tingling episode, we uncover the shocking true story of Ivan Milat and his brutal killing spree in the Belanglo State Forest. Join us as we delve deep into the twisted mind of one of Australia's most notorious serial killers, and explore the crimes that left the nation reeling from the evidence that led to his capture to the horrifying details of the murders themselves. This epis...

Have you ever heard of the Dancing Plague of 1518? In this bizarre event, hundreds of people in Strasbourg, France were overcome with a compulsive urge to dance... and couldn't stop, no matter how much they wanted to. Was it mass hysteria? A curse from the heavens? Or something even more sinister? Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music Composer: Nela Ruiz DISCLAIME...

In this episode, we'll take a deep dive into one of America's most perplexing unsolved cases - the "Love Me Tender" murders of the Grimes Sisters. In 1956, these two young girls vanished after watching the Elvis Presley movie, only to be discovered dead days later. Join us as we explore the clues and suspects that have confounded investigators for over six decades, and examine th...

On July 2nd 1955 a Douglas DC-4 with 57 passengers and six crew members took off from a New York City airport headed for Miami, Florida. However, it never arrived at its destination and what’s more bizarre it somehow showed up thirty-seven years later... Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music Composer: Nela Ruiz DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for en...

In today's episode, we explore ghost stories all to do with what is considered to be Australia's oldest bridge ever built The Richmond Bridge located in Tasmania Thanks to my listener Farley for the story suggestion. Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music Composer: Nela Ruiz DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for entertainment purposes and fall...

He was seven feet tall with glistening eyes of blue or yellow and a terrifying, humanoid howl. He looked like a man, but also had the qualities of a canine-like creature, this week's episode is thanks to a suggestion from Scott who wanted to hear stories of the fabled Dog Man in this episode we look at the Michigan Dogman, The Beast Of Bray Road and an Australian man who also claimed to have s...

What really lead to the first retirement of Michael Jordan?? In this episode, we take a look at the bizarre stories and theories behind the first retirement of Michael Jordan from the NBA. Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music Composer: Nela Ruiz   DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair...

On Aug. 28, 2003, a 46-year-old pizza delivery man walked into a bank in Erie, Pennsylvania, armed with a shotgun modified to look like a walking cane and handed the teller a note demanding $250,000 in cash. A collar bomb was fastened around the man's neck — and, the note said, it would go off if he did not get what he wanted In this episode, we are looking into the bizarre case behind the Collar...

Early on the morning of Saturday, July 24, 1915, a light rain fell. The air was filled with anticipation and excitement. Thousands gathered along the Chicago River for Western Electric's fifth annual employee picnic. More than 7,000 tickets had been purchased for the day-long festivities. But the day would soon quickly turn tragic. Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Musi...

Do you believe in monsters? Well, what about one of the most famous of all time? That of the Loch Ness Monster that can be traced all the way back to the times of the Pict people who once inhabited the Scottish Highlands?? In this episode, we take a look at some of the stories and theories behind the Loch Ness monster or Nesse as it's sometimes affectionately called Links to all socials: - https:/...

In this week's podcast, we delve into the real story behind the new hit Netflix show "The Watcher" and how one family's dream home purchase turned into an absolute nightmare Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:-  Horror Intro Music:: - enricore Film Music, Free Horror Ambience (Dark Project): - ESN Productions, Track: “Medulla Oblongata” Mu...

In this week's podcast, we delve into the disturbing case of Todd Kohlhepp, a serial killer who terrorized the state of South Carolina in the early 2000s. Kohlhepp was responsible for the deaths of at least seven people, including four murdered in a shocking act of violence at a motorcycle shop. We explore Kohlhepp's troubled past and how he managed to evade authorities for so long Links to all so...

In this bonus episode about Christmas, we explore some creepy, scary and terrifying tales that all occurred at what is meant to be the most magical time of year Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:-  All songs by Myuu Jingle Bells (Dark Piano Version) - Dark Christmas Music Santa Claus Is Coming To Town (Dark Piano Version) - Dark Christmas...

This week's episode: - Alcatraz aka "The Rock" supposedly the most secure prison at the time of operation but In 1962, three inmates escaped from the notorious Alcatraz Island penitentiary and were never seen again, this is the story of the Escape From Alcatraz. Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:-  Mysterious Piano Music - Haunted Fellows...

This week's episode: - From 1910 to 1919, a murderer stalked the nights, intent on a bloody crime spree through the streets of New Orleans. This is the story of The Axe Man of New Orleans Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:-  Aaron Kenny - The Black Cat  Kevin McLeod - Night on the Docks sax (Dark side) Noire #3 - Music By Pedro DISCL...

This week's episode looks into the bizarre case of the Sodder children "disappearance" Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:-  Art of Silence - Dramatic / Cinematic "Uniq" DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. If you are, o...

In this episode, we will be looking at the rivalry and death of two of hip hops most influential men Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:- Epic Dark Mysterious Music (Copyright and Royalty Free) "Black Fingerprint" DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the gui...

In this episode, we will be looking at stories that happened on Friday the 13th Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:-  No Copyright Dark Horror Ambient · Eduard Perelyhin DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. If you are, o...

This is a very special bonus Halloween Episode in which you will hear 5 terrifying Halloween stories Music used in this episode "Ghost" by Tim Beek Links to all socials :- https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction DISCLAIMER: All materials in these episodes are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. If you are, or represent, the...

This episode explores the chilling case to why there are safety measures implemented on all medications purchased Links to all socials: - https://linktr.ee/freakierthanfiction Music used in this episode:- Suspense Scary Music - Best Dark Music by Oak Studios DISCLAIMER: All materials in this podcast are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infrin...

In this Episode we will take a look at the mystery of Amelia Earhart’s disappearance

In this Episode we will take a look at the missing persons case that changed Australia.

In this weeks episode we take a look at the curious case of The Pollock Twins

In this episode we take a look at the mysterious death of the Eight Day bride

In this Episode we will be exploring some mysterious and disturbing disappearances in National parks.