Gimme the Creeps

The women begin the discussion lightheartedly with common sense info from History Channel on how darkness was dangerous in the past or in areas where light pollution is still very low. Deities of the night from different religions and cultures are listed to the best of Abi’s pronunciation (apologies). Abi shares information on the phobias and disorders linked to the dark. We learn of Daniela’s fea...

Daniela introduces the supernaturally charged region known as the Appalachian Mountain Range. She shares folk tales from the dark side of Appalachia. The women discuss movies they’ve watched lately. They close the episode with potential scary topics/activities to look out for during the upcoming spooky season. (Also, it’s not the season's kickstart without mentioning Zak Bagans! New paranormal...

Abi and Daniela catch up with some chit-chat on Dee Dee Blanchard’s leaked crime scene photos, and some recent adventures. 
 The story is introduced at 19:45 and officially begins at 20:35 
 After a long shift at work, the protagonist drove their vehicle with the “check engine light” having been ignored for a while. Finding himself broken down in the middle of the night, far from home, he starts w...


 Daniela reads an article containing firsthand experiences from the mass shooting that took place June 12, 2016 at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida. 
 The episode ends with the names of each victim and a few words for each.  
 *Listener discretion advised TW: gun violence,  terrorism, graphic imagery, disturbing content 
 Sources: 
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/jun/18/orlando-nightl...

Abi shares the story of Gwen Araujo, an inspiring young trans woman who was taken before her journey could really begin. On the night of October 3 into the early morning of October 4, Gwen is brutally beaten and killed when a group of men forcibly discover the truth for themselves. Listener discretion is advised. TW: graphic violence, transphobia, homophobia, language From the documentary titled T...

Daniela explains the condition known as “susto” recognized by some Latino communities. At first, it appears to be superstition and spirituality-related. Still, a closer look may bring about a deeper understanding of the mind/body connection and how trauma affects a person.  **Of course, always consult with a medical professional if you something is wrong.  Abi discusses a book she finished that da...

Abi shares a brief biography of Brandon Teena and describes the terrible language used in the media after his death. Brandon Teena was a trans man who was killed after reporting a hate crime. The poor handling of not only the assault case before his murder, but also the aftermath negatively impacted the queer community. However, the story started an important dialogue. Brandon Teena should be reme...

Daniela describes the air folklore and creatures with powers over air and weather. Abi tells Daniela about a shocking discovery next door.

Abi shares the heartbreaking story of four girls killed while closing a yogurt shop in Austin, Texas. Listener discretion is advised. It was a Friday night and plans included the mall, pizza, and a sleepover. Jennifer brought her younger sister Sarah and her friend Amy to work with her while she closed for the night with her coworker, Eliza. Customers came and went, and before the girls knew it, c...

Daniela dives into the mythology and folklore built around the earth element. When learning about the beings and elementals, they go from adorable to dark and mysterious. The episode wraps with scary encounters with the creatures.

In the first half, Abi and Daniela discuss hospice care and end-of-life experiences. TW: grief, infant loss @23:50-25:13 Abi reads a horror story from Reddit beginning @ 36:45. "My wife has been peeking at me from around corners and behind furniture, it's gone from weird to TERRIFYING." Join us as we feel our feelings and get the creeps for real.

Daniela describes folklore and ideas around the water element. The magic and potential dangers of what lies within the bodies of water can be the difference between nourishment and a curse. Intermission is after about 14 mins skip ahead to miss tomfoolery and get back to business. (14-17 min) Back to folktales of witches and baking? Mythology, urban legends, and creatures make a splash in this one...

Abi begins with an idea that came to her while editing Daniela’s Elemental episode. The women talk about the death of OJ and wonder what Hell must be like. Abi trips Daniela out with a theory on the ghost in her house. Being excited to jump into the paranormal the ladies discuss ghost theories throughout the episode, referencing pieces of media. A few bloopers and side chats are included in this o...

Daniela introduces the fire elemental and describes its folklore and background. She shares how different groups valued and worshipped elementals and which forms the elementals can take. A little spirituality, interesting customs, and character references are included in this one. The episode closes with ways to connect with an elemental in your home, how to know if an elemental is already present...

Abi discusses the vibe around soft launching back into haunts and paranormal material by giving a nostalgic backdrop. The ethics and structure of true crime podcasts are discussed in this conversation revisited with recent examples and older scandals. Ruby Franke's case updates are briefly mentioned @ 22:00- 23:46. The fun begins as Abi reads from More Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alan...

Daniela covers an intensely disturbing case. This case is notorious for its controversial nature and its tragic details. The women discuss the science behind how it’s possible for individuals related by blood to be attracted to one another. TW: inc*st, r*pe, grooming, murder of an infant. Listener discretion advised.

Abi shares multiple recent cases 00:22-13:40 Nex Benedict died the day after an altercation at school which was mishandled 13:40-15:20 Abi reintroduces the podcast and her goal of trying something new with the structure of her episodes. 15:21-22:28 Bodies found at Lady Bird Lake cause concerns and demand action 23:00-46:13 TW: sexual assault, graphic violence, and disturbing material Theft leads t...

Daniela shares a strange mystery where a man believes he is communicating with an entity from a different time.

Abi shares a case that was unsolved for two decades until a tip was made to police. In May of 1992, Wendy Camp had not seen her son Jonathan for some time due to health reasons and a custody dispute with her ex husband Chad Noe. When an opportunity to see him arose, Wendy and her daughter Cynthia along with her sister-in-law Lisa Renay were picked up by Camp’s former mother-in-law. When the three...

Daniela shares the story of the woman known as the Cocaine Godmother of Colombia. Minimal spoilers shared from the Netflix show are discussed about how true to life the series was. The women close the episode discussing other media they have been watching. Sources: https://english.elpais.com/elpais/2012/09/13/inenglish/1347536945_696771.html https://www.vice.com/en/article/g5y8d3/griselda-blanco-n...

Abi shares several incidents and discoveries she has seen in the news recently and the women discuss. TW: DV, SA, abuse Sources: First story: https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/20/us/dexter-wade-jackson-mississippi-funeral/index.htmlhttps://www.fox26houston.com/isiah-factor-uncensored/215-bodies-found-jackson-mississippi-exposed Second story: https://www.stltoday.com/news/nation-world/missing-teen-trap-d...

Daniela shares how cultures around the world would explain the phenomena known as the solar eclipse before it could be explained. Superstitions and beliefs are discussed with a little ufo talk at the end.

Abi dives into the crime that started as a murder but led authorities on a whirlwind ride through the secrets of Dee Dee Blanchard and her daughter, Gypsy Rose. Sources: https://www.biography.com/crime/gypsy-rose-blanchard-mother-dee-dee-murder https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/crime-history/5-disturbing-bizarre-facts-about-dee-dee-blanchard-gypsy-rose https://www.refinery29.com/en-...

Daniela and Abi kick off the episode with some fun and clarification before getting serious. Daniela shares a crime from Spain where a woman was violently murdered by a group of young men. The crime was sickening and led to protests locally and outrage nationally, fortunately, CCTV footage would reveal the culprits as they laughed and delighted in their cruelty.  At first glance, it might seem lik...

Abi shares what occurred on December 14, 2012 when a 20 year old broke into an elementary school and mercilessly opened fire on anyone he came across inside. The women discuss multiple things that may have led the shooter into a downward spiral and ultimately to his final act. There were many opportunities for someone to rightfully step in however self-isolation aided in keeping his dark secrets h...