Mystery History Podcast

In Part 2 of Dean Corll - The Candyman Killer we jump back in where we left off, with Elmer having shot Dean to death in self defense. With coaxing from his friend Timothy, the police were called, and Elmer confesses to all the murders that took place implicating Dean, David, and himself. We dive deep into the tragedy that befell the boys that were murdered, the trials, sentencing, and lengthy ide...

Dean Corll had a very normal upbringing for someone who turned into quite a psychopath. His mother owned a candy store that he worked at where he befriended a young boy, David. Later, after the candy company closed, he enlisted the young boy to help lure other young boys to his many rented living spaces where he raped and murdered them. They then enlisted the help of ANOTHER boy Ernest, who helped...

Anna Nicole Smith was born Vickie Lynn Hogan in Mexia, Texas in 1967. Her dream was to become a model and in 1991 after meeting J. Howard Marshall, Oil Tycoon, at a strip club, her dreams started to become reality. She landed Playmate of the Year in 1993 and signed a lucrative modeling gig with Guess Jeans following the famous Claudia Shiffer. Fame isn't for the faint of heart, and trouble fou...

Jonelle Matthews disappeared on December 20th, 1984 when she was just twelve years old in Greeley, Colorado. Her disappearance remained a mystery for decades and decades despite the efforts of her family, the community of Greeley and the Greeley police department. Finally, in 2019 the case picked back up - come listen to Allison and Rachel discuss this case and all the suspects. Sources greeleytri...

Joseph Kallinger asked his 13-year old son Michael to help him carry out a horrific plan that was spoken to him by God, in the form of a disembodied head he referred to as Charlie. The plan was to kill young boys and sever their penises. The two took a road trip through Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Maryland, torturing families along the way. Need to hear more in this bizarre story? Tune in to Epi...

Serial killer Henry Louis Wallace killing spree began in 1990 with the murder of Tashonda Bethea in his hometown of Barnwell, South Carolina. He relocated and went on to rape and murder nine women in Charlotte, North Carolina between 1992 and 1994. Most of the women he had a connection to. He was arrested on March 13, 1994. After a subsequent trial and conviction, Wallace (a.k.a. "The Taco Be...

In Part 1 we did a dive into the history of Cresson and in Part 2 we discuss why this place is known to be a paranormal trifecta. We discuss Allison's visit to the site, her experiences, and other's experiences with the paranormal while investigating. Tune in now to hear one of the most touching events that occurred during Allison and her cousin's investigation. We are excited to retur...

In this episode we talk about the history of Cresson Sanitorium and Prison, where Alli did a paranormal investigation over Memorial Day weekend. This facility is a paranormal trifecta starting as a tuberculosis sanitorium, then changing into a mentally handicapped hospital, finally turning into a correctional facility. We discuss some famous prisoners that were housed here along with the terrible...

Come listen as Alli & Rachel discuss the serial killer that left depression-era Cleveland, Ohio terrified. 13 confirmed related murders of mostly unidentified victims. The victims were often decapitated and missing appendages. Atrocities committed by someone familiar with human anatomy and skilled with weapons, and yet no one was ever formally charged. Who do you think was responsible? Join ou...

In this episode we discuss some movies you know are cursed, and some movies you don't.  Dive in as we discuss 18 movies that had strange happenings during and after filming. Wizard of Oz - 1939 Rosemary's Baby - 1986 The Exorcist - 1973 The Omen - 1976 Cannibal Holocaust - 1980 Poltergeist - 1982 The Twilight Zone Movie - 1983 Maximum Overdrive - 1986 Ghost - 1990 The Crow - 1994 The Exorc...

Come hear what we know about the mysterious 27 Club. Learn about some of it's very famous "members" - Robert Johnson, Jim Morrison, Janis Joplin, Brian Jones and Jimi Hendrix along with some honorable mentions and how they met their tragic ends. Join our $2 or $5 tier Patreon to receive 100+ bonus episodes, and coupon codes for discounted merch. https://www.patreon.com/MysteryHistory...

Crystal Theobold was 24 years old when she was gunned down in a car by a stranger.  Enraged by her death, the family decided to take matters into their own hands and Crystal's 13 year old cousin created multiple fake Myspace accounts trying to locate the car that was used in her murder.  Did the family find anything on these fake Myspace profiles?  Were people who caused this senseless murder...

Elizabeth Jane Cochran aka Nellie Bly was a trailblazer and one hell of an influential woman! She agreed to feign insanity way back in 1887 when she was only 23 years old, to investigate the conditions at the infamous Blackwell Asylum for Women for none other than Joseph Pulitzer's newspaper. Come listen to us discuss the interesting life of Nellie Bly and her findings. Listen now as we discus...

Dennis Rader was a family man, the head of a church, a Boy Scout leader, and the infamous serial killer known as BTK. He had desires at a young age of torturing and binding women from a young age, and when he was 29 years old, finally acted on those desires. In total, Dennis was responsible for murdering 10 people, by binding, torturing them, and killing them, hence the moniker, BTK. For over 30 y...

Bobby Kent & Marty Puccio met in the 3rd grade and their friendship grew into a codependency. Bobby was abusive to Marty and Marty's girlfriend Lisa. Lisa introduced one of her friends, Ali, to Bobby in hopes it would take the heat off of her and Marty. This caused a wild chain of events that led to 7 "friends" murdering Bobby and leaving him in a Florida swamp. Listen now as we...

In Part 2, we dive straight in to the murder of Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman, and dissect the trial of OJ Simpson who was arrested for her murder. Do you think OJ is guilty? Let's all remember he's an actor, and he put on the performance of his life trying on that glove. Join our $2 or $5 tier Patreon to receive 100+ bonus episodes, and coupon codes for discounted merch. https://www.patreo...

OJ Simpson, was a NFL Football player who quickly turned into a house hold name.  He starred in commercials, TV shows, and even had a part in the first Naked Gun Movie. OJ had been married, when he met Nicole Brown working at a private club in Beverly Hills.  The two quickly fell in love. In Part 1 of this episode, we discuss OJ's early life, marriage to his first wife, and his prestigio...

This episode was too good not to share with everyone.  Rarely does a case leave us with a happy ending.   Greg Kelley was a high school football star with a loving girlfriend, Gaebri Anderson,  who was close to achieving his dream of attending the University of Texas on a scholarship when it all fell apart... This is a rollercoaster ride of wrongful conviction and a story of perseve...

Cameron Todd Willingham - A story involving a tragic fire, an open and shut case, and a guy who on the surface seemed very deserving of his fate. Come listen as Alli and Rachel discuss what transpired and how things could have been handled differently. Episode 134 on Todd Cameron Willingham - Wrongful Conviction? - AVAILABLE NOW!! Join our $2 or $5 tier Patreon to receive 100+ bonus episodes, and...

What really is a pyramid scheme? What's a Ponzi scheme? And the heck is the difference? Ever joined a multi-level marketing company? We talk about that too and review some of the most popular pyramid, Ponzi, and MLM companies, over the years. How do you stay vigilant with all of these schemes flying around? We'll tell you what red flags you should look for to protect yourself and your money! Episo...

It's Valentine's Day and what better way to celebrate than with Mobs, Murder and Mayhem?! Join us as we go through the history of Chicago's most infamous gangsters and their grisly crimes and attempts at retribution all leading up to one of the deadliest gang related massacres in the history of the United States, and happened 94 years ago, today. This still remains one of the biggest unsolved crim...

Kara Nichols disappeared on October 9, 2012 when she was 19 years old.  Kara had some issues in her past and was using drugs.  She told her family that she was getting modeling gigs, but she was really prostituting to get money to fuel her habit. After Kara's brother did not hear from her in a few days, he reported her missing to the El Paso County Sheriff's office, and like we've heard...

Fawn Marie Mountain was a 25 year old woman in 2012, who had an abusive, controlling, psychotic girlfriend. After Fawn cut off all communication from her family due to her domineering relationship, she sudden was missing.  Her girlfriend, Heather, who always kept tabs on Fawn, was very flippant about the fact that Fawn was gone. Listen now as we discuss what we know about the disappearance of...

In part 2 we learn the fate of 2 more victims of The Craigslist Killer, Ralph Geirger and Timothy Kern.  Did they ever find out who this mysterious employer "Jack" was?  Is he brought to justice?  Find out now in Episode 129 - Part 2 of Richard Beasley. Episode art: @jamy.gearhart.art Join our $2 or $5 tier Patreon to receive 100+ bonus episodes, and coupon codes for discounted merc...

Scott Davis answered an ad in 2011 for a caretaker position in Akron, OH at a 688-acre ranch.  He was left bleeding from a gunshot wound in his elbow hours after meeting his new employer. David Paulely answered an ad in 2011 for a caretaker position in Akron, OH at a 688-acre ranch.  He has been missing for 2 weeks. Listen now to Episode 128, Part 1 of The Craigslist Killer - Richard Bea...