It Happened to a Friend of a Friend

Welcome to the first episode of the new year! Today we have a the double life of Jennifer Pan and the tragic Burari Deaths. Our throwbacks are Blossom style hats and Pee Wee Herman! Find us on Instagram and write in with your tales of the unknown or some super fun throwbacks to ithappenedtopod@gmail.com.

Welcome to our very special holiday episode! Today we have a traditional Christmas Eve ghost story, and then 12 short crime stories that happened on or around the holly jolly season. We even have a true crime update from a previous story. This bonus episode is our holiday gift to you, thanks for listening! Our throwbacks are the movies Prancer, and Mickey's Christmas Carol. Enjoy the holidays, no...

After a long few weeks of craziness, we're back! Sorry we were MIA for a bit, there were sooo many things going on for us. Today we remember the victims of one of Canada's worst mass shootings with the story of the Ecole Polytechnique Massacre. Next we tell the tale of Victorian folklore, Spring Heel Jack. Our throwbacks include TGIF style holiday specials, the stocking my mom made me that Megan h...

Today's episode features the man who inspired characters like Norman Bates, Leather Face, and Buffalo Bill. Yup, it's Ed Gein. Next we have Durham Region's longest unsolved case that took place in Oshawa....the murder of Beverly Smith. Our throwbacks are the show Jersey Shore, and having so many keychains, but only one little house key. Write in with your stories and throwbacks to ithappenedtopod@...

Our last episode of spooooky season! What's a Halloween episode without a witch story? Seems to be a theme this month. For our first creeptastic tale, we have the story of the Bell Witch. After that terrifying legend, you'll be taken on a trip through history with some horrific events that happened on Halloween (or at least during the month of October). Our throwbacks are the movie The Bodyguard (...

It's our first episode of spooky month...wheeee! First up we have the creepy doll story of Annabelle. Totally shocked Megan chose this one since she totally loves...I mean is terrified....of the toys. Next, I do a shallow jump into the Salem witch trials. There are so many more avenues and family dynamics that played a part in this portion of American history, but I kept it simple. Our throwbacks...

You'd think a guy who wore weird pancake makeup and stuffed his shoes to make himself taller, wouldn't be a ladies man...but he was. He was also a killer. Next, if you like historical Prague, clocks, and curses, this story is up your alley! At first we couldn't think of throwbacks, but we eventually came up with pleather clothing and beaded curtains. Write in to us with your fave throwbacks at ith...

With back to school season upon us, it's only fitting we do some school related stories. Fraternities and sororities have been well known for their hazing antics. Some are harmless fun, but others are deadly...literally. Then, we have the greatest vampire story ever...not Dracula, but stories that inspired that book. As always, you can get in touch with us by writing in at ithappenedtopod@gmail.co...

The Scream movie was not only inspired by a true crime story (that we covered btw), but the movie itself also played a part in a real life murder. Next we have the story of a boy who tragically died, was put in a box, and left in a wooded area. The boy's identity was never figured out, but there are many theories. Our throwbacks are the various bike accessories you jazz up your mode of transportat...

We're in the middle of summer and we know people are taking part in various fun fairs, amusement parks, and water rides. Sure, those things are fun, but happens when they're not...dun dun dun! Our first story is just some of your standard ride horrors that can happen in the happiest of places. Then, a story of a park ride decoration that was a little more creepy than people thought. Our throwbacks...

For your listening pleasure today we have a castle haunted by a ye olde tyme French lady. Next, a more modern tale of indulgence with a bunch of bratty teens stealing from their celebrity idols. Our throwbacks are 90s trashy talk shows and the show The Carrie Diaries! Find us on Instagram, and write in with your stories to ithappenedtopod@gmail.com. Don't forget to review and follow us where ever...

Today Megan tells a Canadian crime tale...and has sources! I (Sarah) stick my roots and dig up a vintage murder. While one was influenced by a popular TV show, the other inspired various movies, including a Ryan Gosling and Sandra Bullock thriller. Our throwbacks are a local Niagara catfish derby, and filling out information in the back of a library book on the card when you borrow it. Find us on...

What's better than one fun fact? A whole (partial) episode of course. You'll get an earful of chilling fun facts to dazzle and amaze your friends...or probably just creep them out. Then, since we're coming off of prom season, we've got some scary prom night stories that will make you want to head for some fast food instead of joining in on the dance. Our throwbacks are the Strawberry Shortcake dol...

Today we have a horrific story straight out of an urban legend, maybe a listener beware for this one? Then we get back to the olde tyme crimes I enjoy with a story about the first time a woman used the battered wife defense in a murder trial. Our throwbacks are the file sharing sites we used to use and love and Cherry Merry Muffin dolls. Connect with us on Instagram or write in with your stories a...

Today we talk about a family annihilator who eluded police for years, until John Walsh shed some light on the case. Then, we learn why we should buy vegan soaps and maybe have a little suspicion about the tea cakes we're eating. Our throwbacks are Paint and Dazzle Barbie, and the Friday the 13th movies. Connect with us on Instagram or write to us with stories and throwbacks to ithappenedtopod@gmai...

Alright, we're back. I know you totally missed us that one week we didn't post. For today, we have a vintage unsolved murder. I don't know about you, but I don't like unsolved things! Then, I step out of my historical crime comfort zone and give you something a little more cringy...the story of "The Kobe Cannibal". Connect with us on Instagram or write to us at ithappenedtopod@gmail.com. Enjoy!

Have you ever been on a road trip and start to notice abandoned buildings in areas that aren't really a town? Or you hear the alarm of the amber alert on your phone and panic for the child kicks in, but you wonder...how did this notification start? Well wonder no longer, today we'll discuss both. First we'll go on a story telling road trip and visit just a small portion of the many ghost towns in...

Today, both our stories have an orphan and French theme...and we didn't even plan it! We start in France with the story of the Papin sisters. From their tragic childhood, to their final murderous days, you won't believe the horrible events that surrounded their lives. Next we travel to Quebec to learn about the treatment that befell the children born into unfavourable family situations (unwed moth...

Today's episode is a little different. We decided to just have a conversation about the things that give us goose bumps and keep us hiding under the covers at night. You're either gonna love it or hate it...or maybe you'll just be 'meh' about it. Our throwbacks are Troll dolls and those big ADIDAS coats we all had in the 90s. Find us on Instagram and write in with your creepy tales at ithappenedto...

Today we give you a bit of the creepy with an olde tyme mysterious disappearance/ghost story. Why are there so many stories of olden time moms dying and being separated from their children? We then cut to a Canadian case based on a Tragically Hip song, I dare you to not sing the song when you finish listening. The Tragically Hip are just great story tellers and I always want to know more about the...

Today's episode may give you chills. From the images of an ice pick being hammered through your eye into your brain, to creepy staircases in the woods that go nowhere, you'll need something light and fluffy to watch/listen to after. Our throwbacks are the squish-worthy bath beads and the 90s "Extinct is Forever" campaign from the body shop. Find us on Instagram and email us your stories to ithappe...

Get ready to get emotional and then shocked and amazed. First, you'll have all the emotions and probably be brought to tears with the tragic story of Chanie Wenjack...even dead inside me had to hold back some watery eyes. Next, you'll be shocked by the crazy cons of Victor Lustig. Including his most famous selling of the Eiffel Tower...yea, you heard me. We throwback the old school plastic Disney...

Ever wonder where the things we say today originate from? Or maybe you enjoy a good conspiracy? Well today we have both for you! We discuss the interesting theory that the Paul McCartney we know and love is really an impostor! Also, the terrible story of Fanny Adams an how her case led to a popular saying many of us use today. Our throwbacks are vintage 80s and 90s birthday parties and Guitar Hero...

Today we start a little heavy with a Canadian tragedy, the Brentwood five massacre. We then lighten things up and leave you on a softer crime note with some coupon scam stories. Our throwbacks today are the Canadian discount store Zellers and, in honour of the amazing Betty White, the show Golden Girls. Thank you all for being our friends and for listening. Find us on Instagram and don't forget yo...

It's our final Christmas themed episode, so why not pull out some ghost stories and murder? Did you know back in the olden days people told ghost stories during the holidays? True story. We also bring you the truly horrific tale of Charles Lawson and the murders he committed against his own family...on Christmas! Our throwbacks are good old mistletoe and the Lil' Miss Makeup doll. Find us on Insta...