Scott & Tiffany Reese

Tell Me Something Terrible

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From true crime to natural disaster and measles to mullets. A podcast covering all things terrible.

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Scott & Tiffany Reese

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History

Latest episode

Jun 24, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 104- Black Wall Street 09.08.2022

Good news, bad news.  Good news: We have a new podcast for you! This one is about the Tulsa Race Massacre, and if you have not heard of it, be prepared to be all sorts of pissed off.  Bad news: We are going to be taking a three week break from the pod to visit friends and enjoy the last bit of summer before our kiddo goes back to school. Good news: The Patreon episode will still be released later...

Episode 103- Coitus Interruptus 02.08.2022

Prepare your ears folks! This one might just be headphone worthy, as we are about to go down a rabbit hole filled with condoms and birth control. What started as a seemingly harmless look into the history of condoms led Tiff to research all sorts of side tangents. Get ready to get educated and be mildly uncomfortable the entire time.  Support the show

Episode 102- Dr. Doctor 26.07.2022

When it comes to Dr. Doctor, we are going to give you the news. Dr. Doctor Bliss, his actual name, was a doctor for multiple presidents who all ended up dead. Curious? Come listen to some American history as it all weaves together in an unfortunate story of assassinations and bad medicine.  Support the show

Episode 101- The Worst Eddie Ever Pt. 2 19.07.2022

We are back for the much anticipated (those who have been asking, you know who you are) conclusion of the Sexton family tragedy surrounding Eddie Sexton. Everyone pile in the mobile home as we detail how the situation unfolded and the unfortunate fall out.  Support the show

Episode 100- The Worst Eddie Ever Pt. 1 12.07.2022

We have made it... EPISODE 100! To celebrate, we are going to be covering the case that started it all. This will be a two-parter on the true crime case that sparked Tiff's infatuation. Come learn about the Sexton family and be warned that this contains every trigger warning. Like, all of them. Enjoy! Support the show

Episode 99- Marco....Polio! 05.07.2022

Episode 99! Soooo close to the 100th episode. For this one, we decided to dive into Polio. We have all heard about viruses over the past couple of years, but lets take a look back at one of the OGs. Maybe we can learn something? Also, merch is live! https://tellmesomethingterrible.threadless.com/ Support the show

Episode 98- MOTHMAN!!! 28.06.2022

This week we are going with a classic. Mothman! If you love a good cryptid tale, then you have 100% heard of him. If not, you are about to see what all the fuss is about. This one touches on a lot of notes including aliens, local lore and conspiracy. Enjoy! Also, we now have merch: https://tellmesomethingterrible.threadless.com/ Support the show

Episode 97- railhard69.net 21.06.2022

All aboard! We have ruined many a type of transportation on this podcast, namely planes and bridges, but for this episode we are tackling trains. This is a look at a train accident that took place in California in 2008 due to a negligent train engineer.  Support the show

Episode 96- Baked Potato Side Hustle 14.06.2022

In honor of Pride Month, we decided to take a look into the life and assassination of Harvey Milk, the first ever openly gay man to serve in public office in the state of California. His murderer, Dan White, was your more stereotypical politician, except maybe for his temporary career change (see title).  Support the show

Episode 95- His Brain and His Eyes 07.06.2022

This episode is all about Albert Einstein. First, some fun backstory of his life and accolades. Then, true to our brand, it turns terrible. Come put your own Theory of Everything to the test and find out what happened to his body parts after he died in 1955. Support the show

Episode 94- Prominent Bulge 31.05.2022

This episode is quite the BANGer. Tiff tells Scott about the 2 months leading up to and the eruption of Mt. St Helens, Washington on May 18th, 1980 and the realization after that volcanos are dangerous. Who knew? Support the show

Episode 93- Haigh, Haigh, Haigh! 24.05.2022

This weeks episode is about the evolution from con man to serial killer. Just add a dash of sulfuric acid and a weapon of your choice. Join us as we learn about The Acid Bath Murders! Support the show

Episode 92- Two Beavers, One Box 17.05.2022

In order to fulfill Tiff's love for beavers, we are back on the topic, but this time they have parachutes. That's right, we are willingly about to chuck beavers out of a plane on purpose. Confused? Interested? Good, give it a listen.  Support the show

Episode 91- Stimulation Theory 10.05.2022

Whether you take the blue pill or the red pill, we will open your mind to a story of of true crime surrounding the simulation theory. This one is part Matrix, part murder, but all a mind bender. Grab your black leather and let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes.  Support the show

Episode 90- Four Ton Chubby Torpedo 03.05.2022

No, that title is not Scott's nickname at the pool. Instead, we are off to Africa! For this episode we are going to learn all about hippos, including a recap of an attack and the survivors crazy story.  Support the show

Episode 89- Disney's Darkside 29.04.2022

A special bonus episode! Surprise, we are coming at you with an extra episode this week as a special part one about Disney. This isn't the Disney you are used to, but the story of a town called Celebration, Florida that was supposed to be the "perfect" town by their standards.  Also, part two of this topic will be over on our Patreon. Like all of our monthly bonus episodes, they are...

Episode 88- Danke! 26.04.2022

This pod goes out to our German listener(s?)! We will talk about Germany's most famous unsolved murder: The Hinterkaifeck Murders. Come listen as we stumble over names and make wild speculations as to what actually happened.  Support the show

Episode 87- Boston, Molasses 19.04.2022

Strange and unfortunate history time! This episode is about the Great Molasses Flood of 1919 in Boston, Mass. How, you ask? Give it a listen and find out. This one is just ridiculous and still very terrible.  Support the show

Episode 86- Canadian Inquisition 12.04.2022

For this episode, we head north of the border to look into a Canadian love triangle. Newlyweds Christina and Jack, along with their very close friend Ronald, spend their honeymoon at a lakeside cabin...until tragedy strikes. This one has twists and turns and tons of wild speculation on all fronts. Come listen and let us know what you think actually happened! Support the show

Episode 85- Master Gator 05.04.2022

Come learn about the weak link between the movie franchise Lake Placid and the disappearance of Mabel Smith Douglas. We also throw in some fun history about the reptilian presence in the area. This is all just one big homage to Betty White's legacy.  Support the show

Trailer 2.0 29.03.2022

After a year of podcasting we decided to make a new trailer. For our new listeners, this is what you can expect from us in each episode. For our old listeners, this is a little highlight reel from the past year. Enjoy! Support the show

Episode 84- The Worst Tacos In Jackson 22.03.2022

We take it back to our roots with a little hometown murder this week. Anyone who is from our part of Michigan is likely familiar with  the Kip's Taco story, but we are here to spread it to the masses (sort of). Also, we apologize in advance for the terrible joke made about half way through, mistakes were made. Enjoy! Support the show

Episode 83- Don't Dread The Red 15.03.2022

With year one officially in the books, we decided to bring it back close to home for our latest episode. This one is about a lesser known piece of Detroit folklore and the way it is still relevant even today. Feel free to join in the Mardi Gras like celebration as we discover Nain Rouge!  Support the show

Episode 82- Dyatlov Pass Pt. 3- Wild Stimulation 08.03.2022

We have arrived at the third and final part of the Dyatlov Pass Incident deep dive. Congrats?! This also marks one full year of us doing this podcast! So, thank you to all who have listened, followed and been Patrons. We appreciate you all! Oh, and feel free to share your theories and opinions on what actually happened at Dyatlov Pass. We are here for it! Support the show

Episode 81- Dyatlov Pass Pt. 2- And The Best Dressed Goes To.... 01.03.2022

In Part 2 of our series on the Dyatlov Pass Incident, we cover the findings and conditions of the party members. We discuss the location and fashion in which the hikers were found. You will notice that as we give more details, the story becomes less clear. That's how it's supposed to work, right? Support the show

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