Highly Mentally Ill

This week, Ali and Xena light up and dive headfirst into the 2009 Fort Lauderdale Thanksgiving family murders — a story so wild it’ll make you rethink your next family dinner invite. Then things get extra spooky as they unpack the legend of the Dybbuk Box — the cursed wine cabinet that basically said, “let’s make haunted chic.” 👻💅 Expect chaotic giggles, too many snacks, and deep (but slightly h...

Join Ali and Xena as they light up and dive into the eerie legends of Alcatraz — from ghostly inmates to phantom guards still pacing the cell blocks. Then, buckle up as they switch gears into the harrowing true story of Elisabeth Fritzl, a woman who survived unthinkable horrors beneath her own home. It’s a chilling mix of the paranormal and the psychological, with the usual chaos, giggles, and hal...

Grab your snacks and light one up — Ali and Xena are back in the hotbox of hilarity! This week, the besties spiral (in the best way) through the ups and downs of pet parenting — featuring one asthmatic cat, a couple of drama queen dogs, and zero sense of control. Then, they switch gears and get delightfully spooky with the wild case of Jason Shockley and the eerie chaos of the Enfield Poltergeist....

Yeahhh… so about that “weekly” upload schedule 👀 We swear we had really good intentions (and maybe a few too many munchies). Thanks for being patient — we’re back, a little late but extra baked, and ready to catch up. Pack a bowl and buckle up, because Ali and Xena are diving deep into two wild stories this week — one historic, one horrifying. First up, they take a hazy trip to The Rock itself: A...

After a short (and very necessary) smoke break, Xena and Ali are finally back! The besties catch up on life — from Xena’s brand-new marriage (!!) to the chaos of trying to adult and keep a podcast alive. Then things take a turn from cozy to crime-y as they dive into the wild story of Jacob Hearn, a young guy whose life went completely off the rails. And just when you think it can’t get weirder, th...

What do nail polish, haunted houses, and true crime have in common? Weed. In this episode, Xena and Ali spark up and spiral (in the best way) from light-hearted chit-chat about nail colors and travel plans to the jaw-dropping survival story of Alison Botha — a South African badass who lived through a brutal attack and came out inspiring the world. Naturally, things get weirder (and higher) as they...

In this hazy deep-dive, your favorite high-functioning stoners take on two of the wildest and weirdest cases in North American true crime history. First up: the horrifying story of the Pickton Farm , where Canadian pig farmer Robert Pickton did things we honestly wish weed could make us forget. It's grim, it's gruesome, and somehow, we still manage to laugh through the horror (coping mecha...

On this episode of Highly Mentally Ill , your favorite high-functioning, highly medicated, and definitely a little bit stoned hosts are back with two wild stories that’ll leave you questioning reality (and maybe your own identity). First up, we dive into the mind-bending case of Kimaya Mobley—kidnapped as a newborn and raised by her abductor for 18 years without ever knowing the truth. It's li...

Things get spooky and a little hazy in this week’s episode as your favorite stoned hosts take a wildly irreverent journey through two very different but equally bizarre stories from American history. First up: the tragic 1991 Luby’s Cafeteria massacre in Killeen, Texas—an event that shocked the nation and reshaped gun legislation. We try to stay respectful while unpacking the disturbing details......

In this week’s episode, your two favorite high-functioning stoners light up and spiral into some deeply chaotic true crime and history rabbit holes. We’re talking: 🌿 A Rice University student who thought he was gonna be the next drug lord — until his fantasy turned into a real-life murder-for-hire gone tragically wrong. Like… bro. What?? 👻 Then we float over to the hella haunted SK Pierce Mansio...

Roll one up and vibe with us in Episode 14, where the munchies hit our curiosity hard. We kick things off with an unexpectedly passionate sesh about the magical land of TJ Maxx—where you go in for socks and come out questioning reality (and possibly holding a Buddha statue and a cheese board). It's retail therapy... on weed. Then, things get even hazier as we blaze through the high-flying myst...

Join us as we explore the harrowing story of the Ant Hill Kids, a notorious cult led by a self-proclaimed prophet whose reign of terror left a trail of unimaginable horror. Then, shift gears as we uncover the mysterious lore of Thunderbirds, legendary creatures rooted in Native American history, known for their colossal wingspans and mythical powers. Tune in for a captivating blend of true crime a...

In this light-hearted yet chaotic episode, our hosts navigate through a hungover Sunday morning to bring you a tale of the infamous Carnival Triumph "poop cruise" disaster of 2013. Amidst laughter and disbelief, they recount the series of unfortunate events that turned a dream vacation into a floating nightmare. Tune in for a story filled with humor, unexpected twists, and a reminder of...

 Join us as we navigate the ups and downs of summer weather, gardening challenges, and the joys of culinary experiments with garlic scapes. We dive into a gripping true crime story about Vicki and Casey White, exploring themes of love, manipulation, and escape. Plus, we delve into a fascinating 19th-century vampire tale from Rhode Island, uncovering the eerie intersection of folklore and public he...

In this episode of "Highly Mentally Ill," we dive into the bizarre and chilling tales of Pete the Python and the harrowing story of Elizabeth Shouf. Join us as we explore the legend of a giant snake that terrorized a small town in Indiana, and the incredible survival story of a 14-year-old girl who outsmarted her captor in South Carolina. From mysterious snake hunts to underground bunker...

This week, we’re lighting up and diving deep into some seriously wild stories. First up: the chilling rise and fall of Jeffrey Langham’s cult — from mysterious disappearances to doomsday prep gone way too far. Then we switch gears to the twisted case of the Avery family murder (yeah, THAT one… buckle up). And just when you think we’ve hit peak weird, we float into the foggy legend of the Em Vie Jo...

In this smoke-filled, brain-bending episode, your favorite baked besties dive headfirst into two stories that’ll keep you up at night—and not just because of the edibles. First up: the infamous Bridgewater Triangle , Massachusetts' very own Bermuda Triangle of weirdness. We’re talking UFOs, phantom dogs, cult activity, Bigfoot sightings, and vibes so off they could curdle oat milk. What is goi...

Your two favorite stoned besties are back and yapping like it's their job (because honestly, it kinda is). In this episode, we ride a very wavy wave from Hawaiian folklore to heartbreaking true crime. 🌺➡️🕵️‍♀️ First, we get reeeeal into the mysterious world of the Menehune —Hawaii’s legendary little people who may or may not be building stone structures and vanishing into the jungle mist. Are the...

In this special episode for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Children (MMIWC) Month, your favorite stoned sleuths light up and dive deep into some heavy—but important—real talk. Join the girls as they unpack the crisis of MMIWC, sharing chilling crime cases that deserve way more attention. They also get into some supernatural territory with a wild discussion about pukwudgies—those mischie...

In this wildly chaotic episode, your favorite high besties take a smoky dive into three of the most bizarre real-life stories ever told. First up, they dissect the insane true tale of Cocaine Bear —yes, an actual bear. Then they wander into the tragic and strangely poetic life of Timothy Treadwell, the man who tried to befriend grizzlies and paid the ultimate price. Finally, they launch into the s...

In this episode, Ali and Xena delve into the harrowing yet inspiring stories of two women who survived unimaginable ordeals and lived to tell their truths: Colleen Stan, known as “The Girl in the Box,” and Mary Vincent, a teenager who endured a brutal attack and still stood strong—literally and figuratively. Come listen to the girls yap and become inspired by two amazing women, get high and add so...

Get comfy, spark up, and get spooky—this week your favorite faded BFFs are diving deep into the weird and wild lore of upstate New York. First, we’re heading to the haunted streets of Sleepy Hollow , where headless horsemen ride and colonial ghosts still don’t know how to chill. Then, we beam on over to Pine Bush , aka the UFO capital of the East Coast, where aliens, lights in the sky, and governm...

High, horny, and hella honest—this week, your favorite baked besties are back with some truly tragic tales from the dating trenches. We’re spilling the tea (and probably our snacks) on three of our worst dates ever—think cringe convos, ghosters turned clingers, and one guy who definitely lied about his job. Then, it’s time for a round of F**k, Marry, Kill that somehow turns philosophical?? Maybe i...

Light up and buckle in, besties—this week, your favorite high-as-hell storytellers are diving into two truly WTF true crime tales. First up: Albert Fentress, the creepy AF teacher whose dark fantasies crossed a terrifying line. Then we get into Diane Downs, the delusional mom who went full Lifetime movie villain… IRL. It's disturbing, it's unhinged, and yes—we still somehow find a way to l...