Horror House: True Crime and The Macabre

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Join us for this weeks episode of Horror House where we unravel the dark and twisted tale of Gregory and Pamela Smart. What started as a seemingly idyllic marriage in small-town America took a shocking turn when Gregory was found brutally murdered in their ransacked condo. With suspicions mounting and an intricate web of deceit unraveling, we delve deep into the disturbing events that led to this...

In this episode of Horror House, I delve into the astonishing case of Rita Crundwell, Dixon, Illinois' trusted comptroller and treasurer who embezzled over $53 million from her hometown over more than two decades. I talk about how Rita used the stolen funds to support her lavish lifestyle, buying luxury items and building a horse-breeding empire, all while contributing to Dixon's financial decline...

Join us in this episode of Horror House as we delve into the phenomenon of the Satanic Panic that gripped North America in the 1980s. From wild accusations against daycare centers to the infamous McMartin Preschool trial, discover how mass hysteria led to astonishing and tragic consequences. Along the way, they discuss how the panic began, its impact on society, and whether the fear ever truly sub...

Join us for this weeks episode where we unravel the macabre story of Nico Claux, infamously known as the 'Vampire of Paris'. From Nico's fascination with graveyards and his disturbing antics in mausoleums, to his experience as a morgue attendant that took a gruesome turn towards cannibalism and murder. This episode dives deep into the psyche of a man whose dark fantasies became a living nightmare....

In this weeks episode of Horror House, we dive into the incredible case of Lulu Sosa and her botched attempt to hire a hitman to kill her husband, Ramon. What starts as a seemingly straightforward tale of betrayal and greed unravels into an elaborate sting operation orchestrated by the police and Ramon himself. Along the way, we discuss the intricacies of the plot, the cold-hearted intentions of L...

In this weeks episode, we are joined by Reggie from TUTJIG as we discuss the tragic tale of Sydney Loofe, whose online dating experience on Tinder led to her untimely death. We go into the backgrounds of the victim and the perpetrators, Bailey Boswell and Aubrey Clifton Trail, including their criminal activities and tumultuous personal histories. We also cover the failed attempts to pin down the c...

This week we tell the story of John Martin Scripps. We talk about his troubled upbringing, criminal beginnings and his escalation from petty crime to the much more serious kind. We also discuss his multiple escapes from the law, and his travels across various countries, resulting in the deaths of multiple people. Indeed, the last man you'd want to travel with! . Insta: @horrorhouse_pod Adventure A...

In this episode of Horror House, we delve into the gripping and unsettling story of Travis the Chimp, a chimpanzee raised as a human in a Connecticut household. Travis was a local celebrity known for his human-like behavior, but his story took a dark turn when an outburst led to a gruesome attack on Charla Nash, changing the lives of everyone involved. . https://buymeacoffee.com/hhpod Insta: @horr...

In this week's episode of Horror House, we delve into the chilling case of the Todt family murders. Anthony Todt, a physical therapist from Celebration, Florida, was living a seemingly perfect family life. Yet beneath the surface, he was embroiled in a fraud scheme, billing insurance companies for services never rendered. This unraveling led authorities to a shocking discovery on January 13, 2020!...

After a few months away, we are back with a new episode! This week, we dive into the chilling history of Amelia Dyer, the notorious 19th-century baby farmer known as the 'Ogress of Reading.' We explore the plight of single mothers in Victorian England, Dyer's gruesome crimes, her capture, and the startling discoveries made by police . https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hhpod Insta: @horrorhouse_pod . Fo...

Join us this week as we dive deep into the terrifying mystery of the Axeman of New Orleans, a jazz-loving serial killer who terrorized the big easy from 1918 to 1919. Discover the details of his gruesome attacks, the theories surrounding his identity, and the chilling letter he sent, threatening more bloodshed. Could he be connected to the early mafia, or was he just a result of mass hysteria and...

In this episode of Horror House, hosts we delve into two chilling historic cases of cannibalism. First, we discuss James Sligo Jameson, the heir to the Jameson whiskey fortune, who facilitated the cannibalism of a slave girl in the Congo. Following that, we explore the grizzly exploits of Levi Boone Helm, a notorious criminal who turned to chowing down on some human meat after killing his victims....

In this weeks episode, we delve into the captivating story of Scott Scurlock, known as the 'Hollywood Bandit.' We discuss Scurlock's dramatic life, including his early foray into the drug trade while still in college, and how he would later pull off 18 daring bank heists in a 4 year span, amassing over 2 million dollars before a final dramatic robbery led to his demise. . https://www.horrorhousetr...

When looking at it from the outside, the home at number 30 East Drive, Pontefract looks just like your run of the mill council house from the 50's. However, it's the supposed evil that lurks within that has given it the title of the most haunted home in Britain. But, how true is that title? Is 30 East Drive home to a vengeful spirit of a monk who had made his presence known to hundreds of people?...

On the surface, Josh and Susan Powell looked to have the perfect marriage. Both members of the church, and raising two children, to those on the outside it looked like the typical happy family. However, behind closed doors things would be quite different, and when Susan would go missing, it would turn out that Josh was not the devoted husband he seemed to be. And he would go to extreme lengths to...

From dolls and chairs to paintings, there are no shortage of supposed cursed or possessed objects out there. But, what are the stories behind these objects? Well, join us as we talk about four supposedly cursed objects, from Annabelle the doll to a very ordinary looking chair that has an impressive kill count, and uncover the stories behind them. . https://www.horrorhousetruecrime.com/ https://www...

There are few figures of the 'Wild West' that carry as much lore and legend as Jesse Woodson James. A former Confederate guerrilla turned outlaw, Jesse was portrayed as an outlaw hero, who only stole from the rich to give to the poor. But, this would really only be a myth, and Jesse James was not the hero he was portrayed to be, but rather a cold blooded criminal and murderer. . https://www.horror...

If you read his Manifesto, Elliot Rodger would portray himself as a tortured soul. Downtrodden. Passed over. But in reality, he would turn out to be someone full of hate. Full of bitterness. And this hate was directed at woman, due to them rejecting his advances towards them. And that hate would build over time, and would result in what is known as the Isla Vista Killings. . https://www.horrorhous...

Sierra has a crazy boat crime for this weeks special topic. Three women visisted a beach on the 4th of July weekend in 1966 and were never seen or heard from again. Patricia, Ann, and Renee left their belongings on the beach indicating that they would be returning, and while their are many theories, there are no leads. Let us know what you think and keep it twisted.   Check out our website for sou...

Tara Calico left for a morning bike ride on the 20th September 1988. It was something she would do regularly, and would think nothing of anything nefarious unfolding. However, this time would be different, and this time Tara would not return home and would never been seen again. With little evidence coming to light in the 30+ years since her disappearance, what really happened to Tara Calico on th...

When Latoya Ammons and her family moved into their new home in Gary, Indiana, strange occurrences would very quickly plague the family. The events would escalate over the space of 7 months, and the family would later be told they shared their home with 200 spirits. But, is this a case of genuine paranormal activity and demonic possession, or just a shared delusion fuelled by religious belief? You...

Some people murder for money. Some murder for sport. But in the case of Joanna Dennehy, she murdered three people and attempted to kill two more because she wanted the fame that goes along with the most infamous of killers, and she found killing 'fun'. But, what turned Dennehy into one of the most infamous killers the UK has ever seen? And why did she find taking human life so entertaining? . http...

The story of Lisa Montgomery is a tragic tale. A broken woman who was horrifically abused from a very early age and failed by the system, Lisa would go on to kill Bobbie Stinnett and remove her 8 month old featus from her body, a crime that she would be given the death penalty for. Join us as we discuss what lead Lisa to commit such a heinous crime, and the limitations of punishment. . https://www...

14 years ago, the Jamison Family would drive 30 minutes from their home in in Eufaula, Oklahoma to view a 40 acre piece of property in Red Oak, Oklahoma. It was a trip the family would never return from, and it would be four years before the remains of Bobby, Sherilynn and Madison would be found. But, what happened to the family that day in 2009? A case with far more questions than answers, we try...