Homegrown Horror

The town of East Millinocket was rocked in the summer of 1980, when Joyce Marie McLain went missing only to be discovered two days later. Thus began a 38 year investigation to find the evidence to pin on the killer. In all this is a mother who will not sit around for the police to do their job, but does it for them.  *Disclaimer: We had some unavoidable audio issues during this episode in a f...

B has finally kept her word! Today we will be discussing the various magical minis from Wabanaki folklore - from forest elves to stone dwarves, these creatures may seem nice, but do not let your guard down. Disrespect them and you will get fucked. Sources: Mythical Creatures of Maine: Fantastic Beasts from Legend and Folklore by Christopher Packard native-languages.org You can reach out to us via...

A gem of a film, B and Jackson watch the RomComZom film, Night of the Living Deb. As a mysterious plague starts turning the citizens of portland into human flesh connoisseurs, Deb and Ryan wake up from their one night stand and must fight to survive the shuffling, and sometimes running, danger in the streets. We come away with different takes, but still appreciate a movie filmed and set in little...

On this episode we go back to 1799 and discuss a mass ghost sighting from Sullivan, ME. Over a 100 witnesses witnessed and fully interacted with the dead wife of George Butler, but was this a genuine haunting, the fabrications of a clout seeker from Harvard, or the long con of a pedo? All this and more! Sources: "Immortality Proved by the Testimony of Sense: In Which is Contemplated the Doctrine o...

It is B's big birthday bash today and we are releasing a special self indulgent bonus episode to celebrate. We are talking about the brilliant work of Ari Aster, Hereditary and Midsommar. Two amazing films from a director that is still fresh in the industry, these are instant classics and mark a significant hallmark in horror film directions. We yuck it up, talking about Ari's love of head mutilat...

The year is 2008 - The Dark Knight and Twilight changed pop culture, American Idol was the top show on TV, and America was about to run head first into the greatest financial crisis since the Great Depression. There are a lot of things we can't for-see, but today's story is a nightmare that nobody can prepare for. Come in and take a seat as B regales you with our first family annihilator since Jam...

On part 2 of the Elan School we talk about the man behind the madness, Joe Ricci. His greed, passions, addictions, manipulation, and his youth. Will Joe's charm, wealth, and winning smile be enough to ignore the fathomless void that has replaced his heart? Probably not. *Correction: Jackson kept calling the author of "Duck in a Raincoat" Martha, but her name is Maura. He apologizes, but only a lit...

**CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains descriptions of violence and abuse against minors. Listener discretion may be advised.** We're cracking into the big one! How did one little school in Poland, ME continuously make headlines? We've got documentaries, web comics, court documents, and more detailing the nightmare students faced at the Elan School. Sit down and grab your notebooks - class is in...

B and Jackson watched the soap-opera adaptation film of a soap-opera t.v. series from 1966, House of Dark Shadows. We hiss, we scream, we go "bleh", and we cannot believe what we have forced ourselves into. This episode is just as sporadic and confusing as the film we are discussing.  You can reach out to us via email - homegrownhorrorpod@gmail.com - send us stories, questions, Maine movie re...

Let's talk about a story that was such a big deal, even Vanity Fair got in on the action! B's got the deets on the scandal of the century - we've got sex, extramarital affairs, a pillar of the community, and Zumba! It's everything you could want!  You can reach out to us via email - homegrownhorrorpod@gmail.com - send us stories, questions, Maine movie recommendations, or just say hi! Twitter...

***CONTENT WARNING: Along with the horror typical violence, gore, and body horror, we also discuss suicide and various forms of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised!*** BUT, WAIT! Didn't an episode already get posted this week? Sure did; however, it's Mr. Jackson's birthday and it's time for a self indulgent birthday episode! Today's topic is the epic dark fantasy anime films, Berserk:...

Booger sugar, yayo, the Big C - whatever you call it, we bet you didn't know Maine was once a hoppin' market for cocaine trafficking. Professor Jackson is here to school you on Dirigo's part in the war on drugs, the Belfast Operation. Let's take a look and appreciate Jackson's love of drug policy! Sources: https://downeast.com/features/cocaine-in-maine/ https://bangordailynews.com/2015/01/17/news/...

After two weeks of lighter fare, B decided to bring down everyone's mood by discussing the case Mary Catherine Olenchuk. Military secrets, threats from radical students, and a summer vacation gone horribly wrong, we discuss another of Kennebunk's unsolved murders.  Maine State Police Major Crimes Central You can reach out to us via email - homegrownhorrorpod@gmail.com - send us stories, quest...

On today's episode of Homegrown Horror, we are talking about the wacky world of Lumberjack cryptids. There is a treasure trove of cute, gross, and dangerous creatures that lumberjacks would tell tall tales of sitting around campfires in the deep woods of Maine. When you're on your fifth whiskey after washing down your handful of mushrooms in the middle of the night, you might start to see things y...

This April's bonus episode is all about Marrowbone! A 2017 psychological horror that takes place in 1969, we follow the Marrowbones as they adjust to their new lives in Maine, while uncovering the mysteries of the Marrowbone residence and their dark past. This movie has it all, we gush over Anya Taylor Joy, skeeve out over peeping lawyers, and decide that violence is the question. You can reach ou...

We take flight on this episode of HGH where we talk about the vanishing L'Osieau Blanc and the two pilots that (probably) made it across the Atlantic, just beating that Lindbergh fella. We learn a lot in this episode like how unreliable eight year-olds are, how much of a weirdo Lindbergh was, and how the French never give up a grudge. All this and more on Homegrown Horror!

On today's episode B and Jackson talk about the Murder of Mary Ellen Tanner, a tragic event that is still fresh in the minds of many in Kennebunk. Was a local involved? Who would have known about the airfield? And was it Miss Dumpy? All this and more on Homegrown Horror! Sources: Bangor Daily News themarytannerstory.com New England Today crimeonline.com News Center Maine Portland Press Herald seac...

On today's episode of Homegrown Horror B talks about the Old Orchard Beach Fires. Why does OOB seem so fire prone, and does it add more liability to the businesses there? It is a nostalgia heavy episode as we talk about one of little B's old childhood haunts, and we chat about the one and only York's Animal Kingdom and their sick jams . All this and more on Homegrown Horror!

We are getting biblical on today's episode as B and Jackson talk about Frank Weston Sandford, the founder of the Kingdom Inc. There is a lot to cover about Frankie boy, his prospective baseball career, his obsession with trumpets and boats, and his absolutely terrible planning abilities. The ADHD hits us hard today and makes us unable to speak at times, but we also get sidetracked with baby limbo,...

Famous for its potatoes and crime, on today's episode B takes a look at missing woman Starlette "Star" Vining and the court case that proceeded from her assumed murder. The co-hosts also discuss jury duty, the flaws in our justice system, and letting victims be at the center of their own stories.  Saco Drive In Will RE-OPEN ! Aquaboggan plans to obtain the Drive In's assets and set up shop on...

This month's bonus episode we are running through the fog in the 2007 film, The Mist. Join the interpid duo as they unpack, rewind, jump up, and get down to this exciting creature feature horror monstrosity. This film has an insane cast both with actors that have come from some meaty careers and will go on to do some amazing work, but this film definitely ticks our boxes on acting, horror, and bad...

Today we talk about the "vigilante" murders of Stephen Marshall. Vigilante motive or frustration? It is up to you all to decide. We also get into some late valentine's day traditions, and Jackson straps on his utility belt.  Sources: Bangor Daily News murderpedia.org wagmtv.com nbcnews.com

There's a long stretch of road from New Hampshire to...wait, don't tell me...WE'RE GOING TO AROOSTOOK! Do you know Maine's most dangerous (and haunted!) road? Let Auntie B spin you a tale of ghosts, ghouls, and witches: pack the car and grab your holy water as we venture up Route 2A! You can reach out to us via email - homegrownhorrorpod@gmail.com - send us stories, Maine movie recommendations, or...

We're time travelling to the 1930's on this episode of Homegrown Horror. We talk about the Al Brady Gang and their unfortunate visit to Bangor, Maine. Moonshining, grand theft auto, knocking over grocery stores, and managing roving bands of bandit children, the gang did it all. B and I also crack open the Allens and drink deep of this popular Maine brew. All this and more! You can reach out to us...

Hey Homies, this is a rough one. B tells us the tragic story of Ashley Ouellette a 15 year old girl that was murdered in 1999 and placed in a public street in Scarborough. If any of these episodes turns us into supervillains, it is this one. We also open ourselves up for business with some cross promotional branding with Daddy Amato's (this episode is not sponsored by Amato's...yet). All this and...