Nessie's Dead

February 1993, Gary Sudbrink flew into New York on a spur of the moment trip to surprise his family. Upon arrival, he began receiving very strange phone calls from an unknown caller with strange questions and comments. This caller seemed to know more about Gary and his whereabouts than they should have. Alongside these creepy calls, there was a build up of strange events including a supposed Gary...

For centuries humans have been fascinated and terrified by shape shifting creatures. But one in particular has stood out, becoming a pillar in folklore and pop culture: the werewolf! In this week's episode we plunge into the history,lore, and supposed real life accounts of these iconic beast.

In September of 1972, the body of 16 year old Jeannette DePalma was found was found in the wilderness on a cliff known as "Devil's Teeth". Initially reported that her body was found with occult symbols and items, the case sparked a mass hysteria of Satanic panic in the town. With no real leads, police mishandling, and the reports of witchcraft and demons at play, the case sadly went cold.

This week on Nessie's Dead, we take a plunge into internet urban legends. Discussing a collection of legends, we go into the lore, the strange public responses, and our opinions on the likelihood of their existence.

What was going on in Mattoon, Illinois in 1944? During a ten day period, a supposed "mad gasser" was leaking unknown chemicals into peoples' homes,causing them to fall ill. While report after report came in and panic spread, the official word was nothing more than mass hysteria. But could there be more to it? Let us know your thoughts!

There is something very strange about Mt Shasta. What is causing people to seemingly vanish into thin air here? Could it be related to the supposed ancient civilization hiding out within the mountain or perhaps the peculiar creatures that are said to reside there? Or could it even be a portal to another dimension? Let us know what you think!

This case has it all. From murder and dramatic love affairs to a ghost potentially solving their own murder. Taking place in 1820's England, the Red Barn Murder was a first of its kind, being the center point of the media and bringing in a new wave of public interest (and obsession) with true crime. Not to mention, paired with strange collective morbid curiosity at the time.

This week on Nessie's Dead, we begin with covering true crime cases inspired by horror films. That then leads us into discussion on the psychology of horror and its effects on society. Are scary movies good for us? What are the potential disadvantages and advantages? Join us as we plunge into it all.

We have seen many benefits with the recent progressions of AI. However, will the disadvantages outweigh the benefits? This week we plunge down the rabbit hole of AI to discuss its capabilities and its potential dangers to the world. Is it man's last invention, leading to an end for humanity? Or is there still time to have the upper hand, saving ourselves from a technological doomsday?

Here at Nessie's Dead we want to make Christmas dark again. This week we plunge into strange and spooky Christmas origins, festive monsters,and paranormal accounts that take place during the most wonderful time of year.

From the 1970's into 1980's, the Connecticut River Valley region of New England was plagued with an unknown killer. Bodies of women were being found in the woods around quiet rural towns. With little to no evidence to go on,this case has been met with dead end after dead end. However it is still an ongoing investigation, with new information coming out as recently as Spring of 2024. Hopefully it w...

Did Darlie Routier really murder her two sons on June 6th, 1996? Now on Death Row, the mother was quickly blamed for the brutal attack on her family. However, were the state and police too quick to convict her without proper investigation? We ask you to consider the notion of guilty until proven innocent. Is she just another inmate on death row or a mother running out of time?

Pascagoula, Mississippi was a pretty quiet,normal coastal town. That is until 1973 when two men were abducted and experimented on by aliens. Were these men making their story up or did something very strange really happen that night in the sky above the town of Pascagoula?

In 1945 the brutally tortured body of Elizabeth Short was found in a residential neighborhood of Los Angeles. She quickly became known as "The Black Dahlia" while the story became one of the most discussed murders in American history. The gruesome and shocking nature of this case lead to many rumors and theories but still remains unsolved to this day.

Spooky bars, graveyards, and forest. Where would you wanna spend your Halloween.

What mysteries hide in the North American woods? This week, we plunge into the realm of North American cryptids. Are they mere figments of the imagination, or are they real-life nightmares? You decide!

When British archaeologists excavated King Tutankhamun's tomb, they anticipated discovering treasures and gaining fame, which they indeed achieved. However, many also found themselves ensnared by a curse that was several thousand years old.

The Jamison family's peculiar disappearance left authorities baffled. The case brims with bizarre evidence and unexpected developments, twists, and turns.

When friends Scott Johnston and Sean Farmer embarked on a weekend camping trip along the Appalachian Trail, they anticipated beautiful scenery and a relaxing time. However, their excursion took a harrowing turn when they became the targets of a killer in the woods. Their remarkable tale of survival details how they narrowly escaped the Appalachian Trail Killer.

In 1946, Texarkana was terrorized by a series of brutal attacks on young couples by an unidentified assailant. The elusive perpetrator, who was never apprehended, became infamously known as The Phantom Killer.

On an ordinary night in 1954, a group of West Virginians from a small town ventured into the woods to investigate a mysterious object that had fallen from the sky. They were horrified to find a humanoid figure, later dubbed the Flatwoods Monster. Rumors quickly spread, leading to allegations of a government cover-up. The question remains: was the incident simply a misinterpretation, or was it trul...

  In the span of four days in 1990, a serial killer targeted college students around the University of Florida campus, resulting in the tragic deaths of five students and widespread panic in the local community. These harrowing events later inspired the movie, "Scream".

This week, "Nessie's Dead" plunges into spooky tales of haunted and cursed items. Expect tales of cars that seem to think for themselves and boxes that harbor ancient spirits. Just be careful the next time you buy second-hand.

The Springfield Three is the unresolved disappearance of three women who seemingly vanished overnight in June 1992. Despite various theories, authorities have not determined a conclusive cause or identified a suspect.

The city of New Orleans boasts a wealth of culture and history, from its cuisine to its Jazz music. Yet, Jazz bands aren't the only entities stirring in the night. From vampires to voodoo queens, and all the spine-chilling creatures in between, we invite you to plunge into the eerie underbelly of New Orleans.