Sinisterhood

If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of January. You'll hear clips about: - Mysterious street art in Dallas that accuses the city's founders of being more than human; - One couple's heinously exclusionary guest list for their wedding; - What cryptid we'd ma...

The past two years have made us all feel a little isolated. But this man took the concept of solitude to another level. 27 years in the woods alone, and he never once sought out human contact. He sought out other things, though, - books, food, clothes, tools, and anything else he could get his hands on. Was he an unrepentant criminal or just a guy trying to make it on his own? Please consider supp...

A legendary brand. A family legacy. A tumultuous love affair that cost a man his life. Hollywood has put its own spin on this story, but the movie’s subjects have made their anger with their portrayal well known. Is there more to this story than the film would have you believe?  Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Sinisterhood is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your fir...

This viral story took the internet by storm. A lone man haunted and paralyzed by the ghost of a small boy. Did this escalate into a full-on demonic possession or were we all the victims - haunted by an attention-hungry internet charlatan?

We were so fortunate to sit down with Tybee Diskin from the excellent podcast Chasing Immortality! After we covered the wild world of Transhumanism, we wanted to get Tybee’s insights as she covered FM-2030 on her past season. We also talk about the ethics of transhumanism, how we’re closer to the singularity than we even realize, and Tybee’s hilarious run-in with Google voice assistant. Next seaso...

Benjamin Franklin once said, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” While this group of genius thinkers may not be able to stop the inevitability of taxes, they’re working together to eliminate that relentless foe who comes for us all - death. Will technology enable us to outrun our impending demise? And will it happen sooner rather than later? Please consider...

If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of December. You'll hear:  - The worst gifts we've ever received; - Who we would cast as our ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future; - An update on the Murdaugh Murders case in South Carolina; - The results of Mot...

As 2021 comes to a close, we wanted to bring you a grazing board of some of our favorite segments we regularly release on our Patreon. This is all brand new content, never heard before. Up first, a True Crime Headline featuring an update on the Ellen Greenberg case. Then, a case for Judge Christie, and Santa is on trial. Finally, we round it out by discussing several possible assholes. We hope you...

Thank you to our Patrons in the Getting Into It tier for selecting this topic! One of the things that make the holiday season so magical is the variety of traditions and legends from around the world. From Santa to Krampus, to Ol’ Saint Nick, each year mythical creatures slink into our homes with a variety of purposes. But these feisty holiday sprites have only one gift to give you this holiday se...

 A beloved mom, sister, boss, and businesswoman carrying on her family’s legacy, co-running the company her father started. When she was found poisoned - her family all had one question: Who could have committed such a heinous act? The list of suspects from her professional and personal lives stacked up, but police never made an arrest. Will there ever be an answer for her family in this decades-o...

You better watch out, you better not cry, you better hold your hands up high because Santa has a gun and is robbing the place. In 1927, a Texas town was shaken up at Christmas when St. Nick pulled a heist on the local bank. A manhunt ensued, and in true Texas fashion, the citizens ensured some form of justice was finally served, no matter the cost.  Please consider supporting the companies that su...

When you turn on a scary movie, you expect to be frightened by what you see on screen. But for these movies, what happened behind the scenes was also the stuff of nightmares. Is this the case of simple coincidence, with large casts and crews falling victim to unfortunate but common tragedies? Or, were these films cursed by their supernatural subject matter? Please consider supporting the companies...

In July 1999, Paul Howell was murdered in front of his sister and two young daughters during a carjacking. When police tracked the vehicle, it led them to a gang affiliate who pointed a finger at the shooter. After a trial tainted with racial bias, under-resourced defense attorneys, and a prosecutor hell-bent on securing an execution, the defendant was sentenced to death. But for decades he procla...

If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of November. In this peek, you'll hear us giving a listener some advice in our Dear Sinister advice segment; debating the merits of lateness on Unpopular Opinions; answering a question on Britney Spears's newfound freedo...

Thousands of square feet filled wall to wall with your favorite celebrities. While this may sound like a dream come true for some, when you notice none of them are moving - or even alive - it quickly turns into a nightmare. This palace on the highway is a fun destination for school kids and tourists, but don’t find yourself locked inside after hours. You may encounter something spooky or worse… Pl...

You hear the sounds of wings flapping against a clear night sky. In the trees, you spot something. Unlike any bird or creature you've ever seen before, the beast makes eye contact with you then jets off into the night. It's not a bird. It's not a plane. It's the Houston Batman. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Go to yarlap.com and use promo code CREEPY to get $50 off -Vis...

Two friends in Dallas joined up to make jokes together. They put their message out in the world and soon found themselves with followers around the world. What started as an elaborate series of increasingly bizarre beliefs made up by this pair soon turned into something more sinister. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Visit manscaped.com to get 20% off plus free shipping w...

Engineers study for years to gain the skills necessary to build impressive roadways. But what if, instead of school, they called on help from a much darker place? Was this architectural feat created by the hands of mere mortals? Or did Lucifer himself help craft an expanse that leads straight to hell? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -For listeners of the show, Calm is off...

If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of October. In this peek, you'll hear a clip from our listener-submitted Am I The Asshole segment where we advise someone on her secret-spilling mom. Then you'll hear us tackle a Reddit Am I the Asshole where a father-to...

For centuries, this region was home to bright lights in the sky and treacherous monsters on the land and water. Soon, it became clear - nearly all of the out-of-this-world events centered around one family’s homestead. Once word spread, journalists, scientists, researchers, and billionaires descended on the place, hoping to capture hard evidence. Is what they found proof of visitors from another w...

One man set out for Colorado, looking for the healing power of the mountains where built himself a grand empire. A half a century later, with the enormous structure crumbling, an author on a mission happened upon the place and introduced it to his readers as one of the most haunted hotels in the country. Were the ghosts always there, waiting to show themselves to a willing visitor, or is this anot...

We were so fortunate to sit down with Ben and Ronnie from the Bravo-tastic podcast Watch What Crappens! After we covered the crimes of Jen Shah, we wanted to get the insights of some Real Housewives experts - and nobody knows Bravo better than Ben & Ronnie. We also talk about who our favorite housewives are, updates on the Housewife and the Hustler Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi, and all our hot...

In Season 1 of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Jen Shah introduced herself to us as being “queen bee” and MVP, but by Season 2 of RHOSLC, the MVP was staring down a possible 30 years in the federal penitentiary. Though the only guilt she admits to is being "Shah-Mazing" the jury may hand down a much harsher conviction.  Related:  The Housewife and the Shah Shocker on Hulu : Dive into the bombsh...

High upon a hill lived an older woman whose power and influence terrified those around her. Anyone who dared cross her would find themselves burdened with bad fortune. Was she truly an all-powerful witch, or were the townspeople merely reaping what they sowed? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Listen to Against The Odds on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or you can listen ad...

If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of August. First, You'll hear a clip from our r/JustNoMIL segment about a wedding nightmare where a pushy mother-in-law spoiled the couple's wedding photos. Next, you'll hear a clip from our latest Minisode that covers p...