When an entire family disappears without a trace, theories multiply and questions outnumber answers.
Joseph, Summer, and their two young sons vanished from their Southern California home in 2010.
With no signs of struggle and only a bowl of popcorn left behind, investigators were left to untangle a web of strange clues, international suspicions, and a trail that went cold… until a shocking discovery in the desert changed everything. What really happened to the McStay family?
And why did it take years for the truth to surface?
Join me as I uncover one of the most haunting family disappearances in recent history.
Today, we journey to Tombstone, Arizona - a town frozen in time, where echoes of gunfights, revelry, and whispered secrets still drift down the dusty streets.
At the heart of this legendary town lies the Bird Cage Theatre—a place where history and the supernatural intertwine. Equal parts saloon, theatre, gambling hall, and brothel, the Bird Cage Theatre opened its doors on Christmas Day in 1881, and quickly became one of the most infamous spots in the American West.
On June 22, 2013, a bright, spirited 18-year-old vanished from a house in Berea, Kentucky. In the years since, no arrests have been made, no remains have been found, and no clear answers have surfaced.
Her case is cold - but far from forgotten.
Who was Brookelyn Farthing? What happened the night she went missing leaving behind a puzzling trail of clues left behind, and her family who continues to fight for justice more than a decade later.
Season eight begins with diving into a case that has baffled investigators, spawned ghost stories, and stirred Cold War conspiracy theories for nearly seventy years.
It’s the story of William and Margaret Patterson. A quiet, affluent couple from El Paso, Texas—respected business owners who simply vanished one day in 1957... leaving behind a house full of belongings, a confused community, and a trail of strange letters and shifting stories.
Join me as I take you on a fascinating journey through the Morris-Jumel Mansion, Manhattan’s oldest house, as I uncover the mansion’s rich history.
From its origins as a grand estate in the 18th century to its role as George Washington’s headquarters during the Revolutionary War. Discover the captivating lives of its past living residents, and its current spirits.
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In 1981, the small town of Keddie, California, was shaken by a brutal crime that left lasting scars on the community.
Known as the Keddie Murders, this tragic event saw the brutal slayings of Sue Sharp, her teenage son John, and his friend Dana Wingate.
The case remains hauntingly unsolved, with theories ranging from a botched robbery to a targeted attack.
Join me as I delve into the chilling details of this creepy case, exploring the evidence, suspects, and the enduring impact on those touched by the Keddie Murders.
No. 14 West 10th Street, Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York looks like any other beautiful brownstone on the row.
With at least 22 deaths in the home, it has earned its title as one of the most haunted homes in America.
Tune in now to hear all about this Spooky Space.
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Tucked away atop the Black Hills Mountains in Jerome, Arizona sits the eerily beautiful Jerome Grand Hotel.
What was once the town's hospital in the 1920s, the hotel was renovated and reopened in the 1990s.
With over 9,000 souls crossing over to the spirit realm, it's no surprise the hotel is full of paranormal activity.
Kate Webster began her life of crime at an early age, ending up in prison for larceny at just 15 years old.
No one could ever suspect she'd be capable of murder, until her former employer, Julia Thomas, went missing.
Neighbors became suspicious when Kate began using the surname of Thomas, wearing the woman's clothing, and selling her possessions.
Tune in now to hear how she was convicted of this creepy crime.
In this episode, we step back into the 70s to study the case of The Dating Game Killer.
With his charming demeanor and good looks, Rodney Alcala proved to be a "wolf in sheep's clothing" as he was hiding a dark and twisted secret.
Do you recognize any of the women in these photos? If so, contact Huntington Beach Police Department: 714.536.5947 https://abcnews.go.com/us/serial-killer-rodney-alcalas-photographs-recognize/story?id=75067205
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Take a trip with me, to New Orleans.
The birthplace of Jazz, Crawfish Town...the spookiest place in the U.S. holds one of the spookiest spaces I have come across in my research.
A Sultan, a harem, and a violent massacre that is still one of the biggest mysteries today.
Tune in now to hear the spooky details.
What is now the Hernando Heritage Museum, a rustic residential building in Brooksville, Florida, was once a simple 4-room home.
Built by John L. May in 1855, the home originally consisted of a parlor, a dining room, and 2 bedrooms.
After John May died, his widow, Marena stayed in the home with their children, re-marrying about ten years later, then unfortunately passed away herself.
The home was sold to Dr. Sheldon Stringer who built on ten more rooms to run his medical practice out of his home.
With death, suicide, murder, and heartbreak, the home holds not only morose energy but also spirits.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011 was your typical day for Jim Pitzen.
He dropped his son, Timmothy, off at school and his wife, Amy off at work and continued to work himself.
When he returned to Timmothy's school to pick him up, Timmothy wasn't there.
Confused, he asked who signed him out, only to find...it was Amy.
Hours turned into days until police finally found Amy - in a motel, dead from an apparent suicide...with Timmothy nowhere to be found...and a cryptic note left behind.
Over 20 years later, the Pitzen family still holds out hope they will find him.
Listen now for all the creepy details of this case.
Meet the Todt Family.
Anthony and Megan, a loving couple and adoring parents to three precious and talented children.
But in 2020, events unfolded that show you should never judge a book - or family - by its cover.
When 4 out of 5 family members were found murdered in the home the family rented, multiple theories and confessions began to swirl.
Tune in now to hear the details of this creepy case.
Skylar Neese was a bright, thriving 16-year old social butterfly.
When she went missing one day, many theories came about but most leads went cold.
It wasn't until one of her murderers suffered a nervous breakdown and confessed to everything.
Tune in now to hear the creepy details of this case.
David Neese's statement: www.wboy.com/news/crime/one-of-skylar-neeses-killers-denied-parole/
When the Bradley Family set sail on the vacation of their dreams, they had no idea just how much of a nightmare they would endure.
When 23-year old Amy suddenly vanished, they received no help from the cruise line staff until hours after she had been missing.
Many theories have arisen as to what could have happened to Amy, could she have fallen overboard? Jumped? Or could something more along the lines of becoming a victim to human trafficking been the cause?
Tune in now for the details of this creepy case.
Abandoned hospitals have always been a source of fascination for both historians and paranormal enthusiasts.
When the hustling and bustling turn to silent and dark tombs, the spirits that linger begin to call out.
To be remembered in death while forgotten in life.
Tune in now to hear about three of these spooky spaces.
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Gitchie Manitou State Preserve on the Iowa - South Dakota state line is a serene park with vast prairies and quartzite rock cliffs that date back 1.6 billion years.
This episode started out on the spooky happenings that have been reported by visitors but quickly turned into the creepy case of four teenagers who were murdered in its very woods.
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In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the Sachs Covered Bridge sits in its glory of picturesque flowing streams and elegant construction in the daylight.
But the moonlight tells a completely different story...distant gunshots and cannon fire can be heard, pipe smoke can be detected when no one is smoking.
Tune in now to hear all about this spooky space.
Spooky Happenings: https://youtu.be/QYNtUSM1dIs
A Ghost Named Tennessee: https://youtu.be/O13I41Pxd9o
When three young boys were found murdered in the Robin Hood Hills Woods in West Memphis, Arkansas, in 1993 - no one could believe it.
Who could do such a thing?
It didn't take long for police to focus in on three local teenagers. Those they deemed outcasts, the ones who weren't All-American kids, the "weirdos".
After they were tried and convicted, spending 18 years in prison, new evidence in 2011, proved their innocence and they were free.Still trying to fully clear their names.
Tune in now to hear the details of these creepy cases.