Mysterium: Mysteries, Conspiracies, and the Unsolved

Kari brings us the story of the Axeman of New Orleans. He was a mysterious serial killer who also seemed to love jazz music. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/axeman-new-orleans-preyed-italian-immigrants-180968037/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/axeman-of-new-orleans https://people.com/who-was-the-axeman-of-new-orleans-11838130 Theme Music:https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-...

Nancy brings us her first cryptid in our series on cryptids from each of the states. We travel to Ohio and learn about the frogman!

Kari brings us a story all by her lonesome (Nancy is sick) and it's about Bella and the Wych Elm she was found in. Unravelling the 80-year-old mystery of the woman found in a wych elm in Hagley Wood - ABC News Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm? Britain's Darkest Mystery | Decoding the Unknown The Mystery of Who Put Bella in the Wych Elm? - Historic Mysteries Theme Music https://www.epidemicsou...

As a little pallet cleanser Kari and Nancy have decided to start a new series all about the cryptids of the USA. First up is from the state of Wyoming...the Jackalope! Jackalope Days | Douglas, WY - Official Website The Legendary Douglas Jackalope: Wyoming’s Most Famous Mythical Creature Tall Tales and Other Oddities – The Fabulous Jackalope of Wyoming | American Heritage Center (AHC) #AlwaysArchi...

Nancy brings us a little spooky story about doctor named William Clarke and his wife Harriet. They move to the mountains above what was a town named Dudley and some strange things happen. Theme Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us the second part of our deep dive into the unsolved death of Elizabeth Short AKA The Black Dahlia. This part goes into the investigation and some possible suspects as well as other theories. Links to websites used for research in part one. Theme music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us our first 2 parter case and its her favorite unsolved murder the Black Dahlia. Who was Elizabeth Short and what events led to her being found in the vacant lot in LA. *We apologize for the late post we had experienced some technical difficulties trying to record these episodes. The Black Dahlia Death and Autopsy Photos Who Was The Black Dahlia’s Killer? 7 Possible Suspects The Black...

Kari brings us the mysterious case of D.B. Cooper. Who was this man who jumped from a plane with a ton of money only to disappear into the night. No body has been found, and the money gone all without a trace. D.B. Cooper Hijacking — FBI D.B. Cooper | Hijacking, Investigation, Parachute, Money Serial Numbers, Suspects, & Facts | Britannica Theme Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/track...

Nancy brings us a mystery this week from one of Kari's favorite countries.... Scotland! What happened to the 3 lighthouse keepers who disappeared without a trace. No bodies have ever been found and no evidence was left behind. Theme music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari dives into the unsolved and mysterious case of the Burger Chef murders. 4 workers at a Burger Chef go missing while doing closing procedures and their bodies are found a couple days later. What happened to the 4 young people and why has this case not been solved. 10 Chilling Facts About The Burger Chef Murders - Discover Walks Blog Burger Chef Murders: Inside The Unsolved 1978 Killings What H...

Nancy talks about the Nahanni Valley in Canada. This valley has earned the sinister nickname the Headless Valley. What darkness lurks among the breathtaking landscape?? Theme Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us another mysterious disappearance this time is a lovely girl by the name of Maura Murray. Maura goes missing after a car accident and hasn't been seen or heard from for 22 years. Website that Maura's family created: Maura Murray - Maura Murray Official The Podcast her sister hosted: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trailer/id1724255685?i=1000640586450 Maura Murray's...

Nancy brings us a little more info about cave diving (its a big no from Kari) and also brings us the tragic death of Dave Shaw. Adventure, Tragedy and Cave Diving : NPR Deep Cave Diving with Dave Shaw Boesmansgat - Wikipedia Theme Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us the Wendigo. From Native American legend to pop culture, we explore the rich history of this interesting cryptid. Kari may also have to try and convince Nancy why she doesn't want to be one... Wendigo | Description, Legend, Creature, Until Dawn, & Facts | Britannica The Wendigo, The Cannibalistic Beast Of Native American Folklore The Myth of the Wendigo: A Terrifying Spirit...

Nancy brings us multiple instances of missing college students, including the stories of Brian Shaffer from Columbus Ohio, and the missing 7 Washington students. We also talk about the weird correlation between caves and missing people. If you have any information on Brian's disappearance, please call the Ohio Crimestoppers at 1-877-645-8477. Theme Music:  https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/t...

Kari brings us the unsolved case of the gruesome murder of a Glenna Sharp, 2 of her children and her son's friend. Multiple families are still being affected with justice yet to be served. The Keddie Cabin Murders: The Real Story Behind Cabin 28 – Cold Case Explorations The Keddie Cabin Murders Closer to Being Solved Why The Keddie Cabin Murders Remain Unsolved To This Day Theme music: https:/...

Nancy brings us a story all the way from Spain! Carmen makes some croquettes, asks her neighbor a really strange request and may be hiding a dark secret. Theme music:  https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us her first missing person case and we are going to talk about the very mysterious case of Bryce Laspisa. Bryce has been missing for 12 years now and he seemingly vanished into thin air. If you have any information about Bryce reach out to the FBI or the LA Police Department. Bryce Laspisa's Disappearance And What May Have Happened To Him The Tragic True Story of What Happened to...

Nancy brings us the mysterious death of Greg. This story has a plot twist nobody saw coming (except Nancy because she's telling the story). Theme Music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us a little history lesson as we talk about early colonies in North America. The very first colony attempt ends in the whole colony disappearing and we have no answers over 400 years later. The Lost Colony - Fort Raleigh National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) Roanoke Colony: The Colony that Disappeared - World History Encyclopedia What Happened to the 'Lost Colony'...

Nancy brings us the case of the Skid Row Stabber. A serial killer from the 70's that terrorizes the homeless population in LA. Who is this guy and will he ever be caught? Skid Row Stabber - Wikipedia Theme Song: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us the story of an unknown serial killer simply called Bible John. The story takes place in Scotland during the late 1960's. 3 beautiful, wonderful women will find themselves the unfortunate victim of this horrible person and as of right now justice has been given to them. Bible John, Scotland’s serial killer – Crime Library Bible John: The forgotten women at the heart of a serial...

Nancy gives us a nice intro to skin walkers (or flesh pedestrians, as Kari calls them). *Some people share the belief that calling them by their name invites them in and even someone else saying it will bring the same effect. If this is you, we would suggest skipping this episode. Theme music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/

Kari brings us the story of the life and death of Edgar Allen Poe. The famed poet of the macabre would of course have a mysterious death. Dive in with us and explore the many theories surrounding his death. Edgar Allan Poe | Biography, Poems, Books, Short Stories, & Facts | Britannica Edgar Allan Poe | The Poetry Foundation The Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe | Britannica The (Still) Myste...

Nancy introduces us to her friend Jeff and explains what he is..or isn't. We also experience weird technical difficulties...could it be Jeff? Theme music: https://www.epidemicsound.com/music/tracks/de742324-fcfd-45fe-96b1-1057e8e31eec/