This week on Oy With The Terror, Danielle and Sandra are back with an episode that’s equal parts chaotic, cozy, and chilling — the perfect mix for spooky season. 🎃
Danielle kicks things off with some real talk about wellness trends gone wrong (spoiler: Bloom drinks might work a little too well 💩), and the hosts give their takes on the Monster: Ed Gein series on Netflix.
Then, the mood takes a darker turn as Danielle covers the mysterious disappearance of Cindy Song, a Penn State student who vanished after a Halloween night out in 2001, a case that remains unsolved and unsettling to this day.
To close things out, Sandra talks about a few stories mentioned on the popular Reddit website. From having a story that no one believes to seeing a weird apparition on a college campus. And a fun Would You Rather game is played.
Grab your favorite candy, light a candle, and settle in; this episode’s got everything from laughter to lingering goosebumps.
Danielle's Sources:
https://medium.com/@twilamarie13_28889/vanished-the-cindy-song-case-still-haunts-after-two-decades-5e7ac17de10a
https://unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com/wiki/Cindy_Song unsolvedmysteries.fandom.com
https://www.wnep.com/article/news/investigations/action-16/the-unsolved/the-unsolved-cindy-song-vanishes-from-state-college-penn-state-university-park-disappearance-missing-hugo-selenski/523-fd76eb42-d14f-4be3-9692-831a2e144151 WNEP
https://ncmissingpersons.org/cindy-hyun-jong-song/ ncmissingpersons.org
https://www.doenetwork.org/cases/3643dfpa.html doenetwork.org
Sandra's Sources:
https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/l66m8/as_its_nearly_halloween_how_about_we_share_some/.
https://www.shutterstock.com/search/cute-ghost
This week on Oy with the Terror, Sandra talks about the Screaming Tunnel that is located in the northwest corner of Niagara Falls in Ontario Canada. The tunnel was built in the 1900's and has since been abandoned and no one knows why. Local legend says that there was a girl who was on fire and died in the tunnel. Most people say that her screams can still be heard today if a candle is lit in the tunnel.
Then, Danielle dives into the haunting and courageous story of Sallie-Anne Huckstepp, a Sydney sex worker turned whistleblower who dared to expose police corruption and paid the ultimate price.
Once known for her connection to the criminal underworld, Sallie-Anne shocked Australia in the 1980s when she publicly accused powerful officers of murder and abuse within the New South Wales Police. Just months later, her body was found floating in Centennial Park, her death a chilling reminder of the risks of speaking truth to power.
Danielle unpacks Sallie-Anne’s life, the explosive corruption scandal that rocked Australia, and the lingering questions that still haunt her case decades later. Was justice ever truly served, or was her voice silenced for knowing too much?
Sandra's Sources:https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/screaming-tunnelhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screaming_TunnelDanielle's Sources:
https://www.criminaldefencelawyers.com.au/blog/tragic-murder-of-sallie-anne-huckstepp/
https://john-dale.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/John-Dale-Sallie-Anne-Huckstepp.pdf
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sallie-Anne_Huckstepp
https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=591552cc-d57a-4a42-a24a-288eb8b93a41
https://www.aic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2020-09/CRG-13-91-FinalReport.pdf
https://www.screenaustralia.gov.au/the-screen-guide/t/who-killed-sallie-anne--2000/17688/
https://classic.austlii.edu.au/au/journals/CICrimJust/1991/5.pdf
This week on Oy with the Terror, Danielle dives into the scandalous life of Lola Montez, the 19th-century dancer, courtesan, and femme fatale who reinvented herself into a living legend. From her Irish roots to her fiery “Spider Dance,” Lola seduced some of the most powerful men of her time, including King Ludwig I of Bavaria, whose obsession with her nearly toppled his throne.
But Lola wasn’t just about scandal and seduction—she blurred the lines between performance and manipulation, politics and passion, villain and icon. Was she a dangerous con artist, or a woman simply refusing to live by society’s rules?
Then, Sandra talks about the legendary Robin Hood. The legend of Robin Hood has been around for centuries. From ballads that were set in the 14 and 15th centuries to today's Robin Hood which is featured in popular movies like Disney's Robin Hood and the notorious Robin Hood Men in Tights. Although there may have been no one actually named Robin Hood, it is believed that other people inspired him.
Danielle's Sources:
https://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/montez-lola-4226
https://biologyinsights.com/who-was-laura-montez-the-true-story-of-lola-montez/
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Lola-Montezhttps://chrisenss.com/the-countess-of-landsfeld
https://limerickarchives.com/2023/06/07/lola-montez-the-scandalous-dancer-who-toppled-a-king-and-turned-to-philanthropy
https://www.theolivepress.es/spain-news/2025/08/09/from-the-archives-jack-gaioni-reveals-the-fascinating-story-of-lola-montez-the-fake-spanish-dirty-dancer-who-captured-a-kings-heart
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lola_Montez
Sandra's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cultural_depictions_of_Robin_Hood.
This week on Oy with the Terror, Danielle takes us back to the glamorous — and grim — world of 1920s Hollywood to explore the mysterious death of film producer Thomas H. Ince. Officially, he died of indigestion. Unofficially? He may have been accidentally shot aboard William Randolph Hearst’s private yacht, in a scandal involving Charlie Chaplin, Marion Davies, and a media empire powerful enough to bury the truth.
From suspicious cover-ups to silent witnesses and a yacht party that ended in tragedy, this case has all the makings of a classic noir. This topic inspired the campy, mystery film, The Cat’s Meow, where none other than Richard Gilmore (okay, Edward Herrmann) plays Hearst.
Was it a medical emergency… or a murder swept under the red carpet?
Then, Sandra talks about the Elevator Game. The object of the game is to use an elevator and follow very specific instructions to get transported to a different dimension. This game originated in South Korea and even inspired a movie that was released in 2023 by the same name. After listening to the podcast episode the only question to ask is would you play?
Danielle's Sources:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0266391/
https://www.latimes.com/
https://www.nytimes.com/
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/was-hollywood-pioneer-thomas-ince-murdered-123977388/
https://www.tcm.com/
Sandra's Sources:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14013772/
https://www.reddit.com/r/UrbanLegends/comments/1e0kndt/is_the_elevator_game_real/
https://www.korea.net/Events/Overseas/view?articleId=18358.
https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/7vfmxb/do_not_play_the_elevator_game_words_of_a_big_time/
This week on Oy With the Terror, Danielle dives into one of the most jaw-dropping discoveries in true crime history: the mysterious case of drag icon Dorian Corey and the mummified body found in her closet. From her legendary status in the ballroom scene to the secrets that unraveled after her death, we explore the layers of identity, secrecy, and survival that make this story unforgettable.
Then, Sandra takes us deep into the misty Louisiana bayou to meet the Rougarou — a shape-shifting creature from Cajun folklore. The Rougarou is described as having a dog's head and a human being's body. It has been defined similarly to the werewolf. There are different variants of this folklore, but most agree that the point of this legend is to convince children to behave. The Rougarou has also been featured in numerous pop culture, including novels, television, video games, and even a popular roller coaster. Is it just a scary story... or something more?
Danielle's Sources:
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/a-famous-drag-queen-a-mummy-in-the-closet-and-a-baffling-mystery
https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/march-13/paris-is-burning-documentary-premieres-in-theaters
Sandra's Sources:https://www.facebook.com/geauxlsu/videos/legend-of-the-rougarou/794681231313969/.
This week on Oy with the Terror, we’re joined by friend of the podcast Liz for a chilling dive into one of America’s most infamous hauntings: The Bell Witch. Nestled in the shadows of early 19th-century Tennessee, the Bell family found themselves at the mercy of an unseen force that tormented their home with whispers, scratches, and full-on spectral rage. Was it a vengeful spirit? A local legend? Or something far stranger?
Liz leads us through the eerie tale, breaking down the history, folklore, and freaky details of the case that inspired books, movies, and generations of sleepless nights.
And of course, we end with a special Would You Rather: Folklore Edition, where things get witchy, weird, and just a little hilarious.
Tune in, lock your doors, and maybe don’t say her name out loud… You never know who’s listening.
When Tamla Horsford attended a football mom sleepover in Forsyth County, Georgia, she expected a night of fun and friendship. Instead, she was found dead the next morning in the backyard—bruised, broken, and with a story that still doesn’t add up.
In this episode, Danielle unravels the suspicious circumstances surrounding Tamla’s tragic death, the glaring inconsistencies in the investigation, and the questions that continue to haunt her friends, family, and a growing online community.
Was it truly an accident, or was something more sinister at play?
Then, Danielle and Sandra dive into a game of “Folklore Would You Rather”—and things get weird fast. From global ghost stories to creepy legends you’ve heard whispered at sleepovers, we make impossible choices, laugh through the fear, and share our folklore faves (and no-gos).
In this chilling installment of Oy with the Terror, we head to Long Island to unearth one of the most haunting true crime cases in recent history: the Gilgo Beach Murders.
When the body of Shannan Gilbert was reported missing in 2010, no one could have predicted the horror that would unfold. As authorities searched the desolate stretch of Ocean Parkway, they uncovered the remains of multiple women—most of them young sex workers—buried in burlap, eerily close together.
Join us as Danielle delves into the twisted timeline, the victims’ stories, the long-stalled investigation, and the arrest of Rex Heuermann, the alleged Long Island Serial Killer. From mysterious 911 calls to burner phones and bungled police leads, this episode digs into what really happened on that lonely beach—and why so many questions remain unanswered.
Then, Sandra talks about the classic American folklore, the Boogeyman. However, there are various other folklore creatures similar to the Boogeyman worldwide. Often described as a shape-shifting entity, the Bogeyman is usually described as having claws or talons and sharp teeth. The Bogeyman is best known for being a tale to tell children to get them to behave because the Bogeyman steals children.
Danielle's Sources:https://abcnews.go.com/US/gilgo-beach-suspect-rex-heuermann-linked-2-additional/story?id=106958647https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/gilgo-beach-murders-everything-we-know-about-the-alleged-long-island-serial-killer/https://www.nbcnewyork.com/long-island/gilgo-beach-killing-timeline-rex-heuermann-indictment-valerie-mack/6076868/https://www.newsweek.com/rex-heuermann-victims-update-gilgo-beach-killer-1944387
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gilgo_Beach_serial_killingshttps://people.com/long-island-serial-killer-case-rex-heuermann-netflix-doc-11692754https://people.com/who-are-the-gilgo-beach-victims-11711611
Sandra's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bogeyman
In this week's episode Sandra talks about the popular media figure Slenderman. It is well known that Slenderman was created by Erik Knudson on the online forum Something Awful back in 2009. Since then the mythical figure Slenderman has become popular. From being featured in episodes of Law and Order to being a popular video game back in the mid 2000's. Slenderman is described as a tall man with no facial features and his appearance is linked to children's disappearances.
Then, Danielle dives into one of the most chilling and perplexing true crime cases of the digital age: the Slenderman stabbing. Three twelve-year-old girls enter a forest in Waukesha, Wisconsin, under the guise of playing hide-and-seek, when in reality two were planning something much more nefarious. Morgan Geyser and Anissa Weier, devout followers of the fictional character, orchestrated an attack on their friend, Payton Leutner to gain favor from Slender Man.
Listen to Payton's amazing survivor storing, the controversial legal decisions that impacted the rulings towards Morgan and Anissa, and a recent update from March 2025.
Join us as we unravel the eerie intersection of crime, mental health, and online horror culture in this chilling real-life story.
Sandra's Sources:
https://chosenrebel.me/2014/06/06/what-is-a-slenderman-anyway/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slender_Man
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5690360/.
Danielle's Sources:
https://abcnews.go.com/US/slender-man-stabbing-assailant-morgan-geyser-granted-release/story?id=119509026
https://abcnews.go.com/US/slender-man-stabbing-victim-speaks-publicly-time-situation/story?id=66268385
https://apnews.com/article/-----e69124f5061c45ab9954bf5e669e766fhttps://apnews.com/general-news-36d9f7b4c79b463cb9aef368e50fbdf5https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slender_Man_stabbing
We are back, with friend of the podcast, Liz! She regales us with the story of Glenn and Bessy Hyde. What happens when a honeymooning couple decide to journey across the Grand Canyon river? Well, for Glenn and Bess Hyde no one can fully agree on what happened. It’s the best kinda unsolved mystery. We have creepy thematic poem written by Bess before her disappearance. We have the grandson of one of the most famous mayors of San Francisco. We even have strong opinions about life jackets.
Then, Sandra talks about the popular legend the Beast of Bray road seen in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. The Beast is described as being between six and seven feet tall, having a humanoid body, covered in fur or hair and having a head resembling a wolf and having red or orange eyes. The first sighting occurred in 1936 and there were several sightings in the 1980's. The legend has become so popular that the beast has been featured in several movies such as the 2005 horror film titled "The Beast of Bray Road."
And, Danielle unravels the shocking rise and fall of Belle Gibson, an Australian wellness influencer who built an empire on lies. Gibson captivated thousands with her inspiring story—claiming she had survived terminal brain cancer through natural remedies and clean eating. Her brand, The Whole Pantry, led to book deals, a successful app, and partnerships with tech giants.
But behind the scenes, something wasn’t right. Investigations revealed there was no medical evidence she had ever been diagnosed with cancer. Worse still, she had promised to donate proceeds to charity—funds that never materialized. In 2017, she was fined for misleading and deceptive conduct, yet she remains defiant, refusing to pay the fines and showing little remorse.
Join us as we dissect one of the biggest wellness scams of the decade, exposing the dangers of misinformation and the high cost of deception.
Liz's Sources:
https://grcahistory.org/sites/colorado-river-corridor/hyde-river-tragedy/
https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/glen-bessie-hyde-grand-canyon-disappearance
Sandra's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beast_of_Bray_Road.
https://www.legendsofamerica.com/beast-of-bray-road/
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0462193/?ref_=tt_mv_close
Danielle's Sources:
Davey, M. (2017, September 28). Belle Gibson fined $410,000 for cancer scam but has not paid a cent. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com
McMahon, N. (2016, April 22). Belle Gibson admits she never had cancer in interview. BBC News. https://www.bbc.com
Wahlquist, C. (2019, June 6). Belle Gibson: The rise and fall of an Instagram wellness guru. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com
Donovan, S. (2017, July 6). How Belle Gibson fooled the world with a fake cancer story. ABC News Australia. https://www.abc.net.au
McKenzie, N., & Baker, R. (2015, April 22). Belle Gibson: The whole hoax. The Sydney Morning Herald. https://www.smh.com.au
In this episode, we delve into one of Hollywood’s most perplexing and haunting unsolved mysteries—the death of actress Natalie Wood. On November 29, 1981, Wood was found dead, floating in the waters off Catalina Island, after a night spent aboard the yacht of her husband, actor Robert Wagner. The initial verdict was accidental drowning, but the circumstances surrounding her death have raised more questions than answers. Why was she found alone, far from the boat, in the cold waters? What role did Wagner and fellow actor Christopher Walken, who was also on the yacht that night, play in the events leading up to her tragic end?
We explore the conflicting statements, the inconsistencies in the investigation, and the new revelations that came to light decades after her death. Was it a tragic accident, a case of foul play, or something more sinister? Join us as we revisit the case, uncover shocking twists, and attempt to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death of one of Hollywood’s brightest stars.
Later, Sandra talks about the story of the Myth of Sally Carter. The story goes that a young girl died in 1837 at the age of sixteen due to an illness and was buried in Huntsville Alabama. The story continues that after she died people would see her in the cemetery near her grave. Due to the stories the grave was eventually moved and the location is guarded and tourists cannot visit. Although there is a thread on Reddit that argues that Sally did not exist, many locals believe that she did exist and information is hard to find because the family is tired of the vandalism that would occur on Sally's grave.
Danielle's Sources:
https://allthatsinteresting.com/natalie-wood-death
https://people.com/natalie-wood-death-legacy-what-to-know-8643850
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2020/03/natalie-wood-death-murder-Robert-wagner-book?srsltid=AfmBOor4sitGyn2B2dN0xa4_CHpOozgDQCZBspWut9uqWizb9-GC_vcK
Sandra's Sources:
https://www.al.com/living/2015/06/10_alabama_urban_legends_that.html.
https://www.alabamaheritage.com/blog/2024/04/08/the-myth-of-sally-carter/
https://www.reddit.com/r/HuntsvilleAlabama/comments/chvn1n/the_ghost_of_sally_carter/.
Happy New Year!!
In this week's episode, Sandra talks about three creepy Christmas ghost stories found on Reddit, from a cat who mysteriously saved their human family from a fire to hearing strange noises on the roof that may or may not be Santa Claus.
Later, Danielle covers the mysterious death of Bollywood actress Jiah Khan. Her untimely death in June 2013 shocked the Indian film industry and the world. Known for her roles in films like Nishabd and Ghajini, Jiah was a rising star with a promising career ahead. However, her life was cut short when she was found dead in her Mumbai apartment, under suspicious circumstances.
Was her death a tragic suicide, as the police initially ruled? Or did something darker play a role? The episode explores the mysterious details surrounding Jiah's death, the investigation that followed, and the questions that remain unanswered to this day. We’ll discuss the evidence, the involvement of key individuals—including her former boyfriend, actor Sooraj Pancholi—and the controversial charges of abetment to suicide.
Join us as we analyze the various theories, from personal struggles to possible foul play, and examine the impact of Jiah Khan's death on her family, fans, and the Bollywood industry. This case continues to spark debate and intrigue, making it one of the most talked-about mysteries in Bollywood history. Tune in for a deep dive into the untold story of Jiah Khan’s death.
Sandra's Sources:
https://www.shutterstock.com/search/black-cat-face.
https://iheartcraftythings.com/santa-claus-drawing.html
Danielle's Sources:
https://www.theguardian.com/global/2017/oct/01/death-in-bollywood-who-killed-jiah-khan-crime-murder-suicide-investigation
https://youtu.be/wGqFSNVN2Sw?si=hJHPJaxjUVBniObJ
Today, we have a unique episode featuring our very first guest! Friends of the podcast, Liz—a skilled storyteller and true crime enthusiast—joins us to discuss Jolly Jane and the murder of Andy the Goose.
Then, Danielle provides a significant update on the Lady of the Dunes case, revealing both the unknown identity of the victim and her killer.
Later, Sandra talks about the Legend of the Christmas Spider. The legend which started in Ukraine talks about the story of a family of children and their mother who wanted to decorate a Christmas tree. On Christmas morning the children woke their mother up to look at the tree. At some point during the night spiders used their webs to decorate the tree. As the sun rays touched the tree the webs turned into silver and gold. The story goes that from that day forward the family never wanted for anything. Today in Ukraine the people decorate their trees with artificial spider webs to usher in good luck and good fortune for the upcoming year.
Danielle's Source:
https://www.oxygen.com/lady-of-the-dunes-hunting-the-cape-cod-killer/crime-news/ruth-marie-terry-murder-killer
Sandra's Sources:
https://www.ukraine.com/blog/spiders-and-their-webs-are-not-showed-the-door-on-ukrainian-christmas/
https://www.durocherflorist.com/blog/weird-yet-wonderful-christmas-traditions-in-other-countries/
In this episode, we have a spooktacular bundle. From Vampires, a classic and beloved monster to the man of mystery himself, Edgar Allan Poe.
In this week's episode Sandra talks about the history of vampires. Today's culture knows vampires from franchises like Twilight or old stories like Dracula. However the idea of vampires has been around for hundreds of years. Vampires have been featured in cultures all over the world, although the most common type of vampire is the vampire featured in the Eastern European world.
Then, Danielle discusses Edgar Allan Poe's mysterious death. Poe was in the midst of a tour to gain money for a literary magazine publication. While in Baltimore he was found lying in a gutter in a semi-conscious and delirious state. Poe was found wearing ill-fitting clothes and wasn't able to explain what happened to him. He was sent to a nearby hospital for treatment but died days later. Many people who are Poe followers aka Poe-heads disagree about the cause of Poe's death. Many theories have circulated from, the impacts of alcoholism to Poe getting drugged and abused in an illegal voting scheme. At the time of his death, Poe was a well-known figure in literary circles and beyond which could have made him vulnerable to different schemes or attacks. How did this dark gothic novelist honed with creating the detective genre come to his untimely demise? And did the name Reynolds which he uttered shortly before his death have any meaning?
Sandra's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vampire https://www.pinterest.com/pin/411797959652901242/. Danielle's Sources:
https://www.britannica.com/story/the-mysterious-death-of-edgar-allan-poe
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/still-mysterious-death-edgar-allan-poe-180952936/
Happy Halloween!! 🎃 This week Danielle covers the story of a survivor, Susan Kuhnhausen. An ER nurse who had to fend herself off of a killer hired by her husband. She arrived home after a long day of work to find the curtains she usually opened every morning drawn. Finding this odd, but not a cause for concern she proceeded toward her bedroom. At that point, she came face to face with an unknown man. Susan viciously fought her attacker when the odds were not in her favor. Susan not only survived a savage attack in her home but is now an advocate for domestic abuse survivors.
Then, Sandra talks about familiars. Familiars were believed to be supernatural entities or spiritual guardians that would assist or protect witches. They would take the forms of cats, dogs, frogs or other animals. Some believed that they were good, others believed that they may be connected to the devil. Listen as Sandra talks about the three different ways that witches would meet their families and how familiars were connected to the famous witch trials.
Danielle's Sources:
https://allthatsinteresting.com/susan-kuhnhausen
https://medium.com/p/1b6d02290cc6
https://theretrobliss.medium.com/brave-nurse-fatally-strangles-hitman-to-survive-1b6d02290cc6
Sandra's Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Familiar.
https://scarletarosa.tumblr.com/post/648023851708661760/what-is-a-familiar-a-familiar-is-any-spirit-of.
This week, Sandra talks about the infamous Mother Damnable. A woman who was viewed as a witch who lived in a cabin that today is the location of the Camden Tube. Mother Damnable was seen as the typical "witch-like" character. Although it was rumored that she murdered several men, she was tried and found acquitted for one of the murders.
Then, Danielle continues the unexpected and layered story of the Bentley Twins. Think Ponzi schemes, Playboy, murder, and intrigue. For those who want more background information on the twins, I highly recommend watching the Double Trouble episode from The Playboy Murders.
Sandra's Sources:
https://www.davidcastleton.net/mother-damnable-witch-camden-town-london-mother-red-cap-black-cap/
Danielle's Sources:
https://people.com/the-playboy-murders-holly-madison-look-back-on-decades-old-cold-case-involving-ex-playmates-boyfriend-8471115
https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/the-playboy-murders-who-sandy-bentley-now
We're back! Danielle kicks off this episode with Sandy and Mandy Bentley aka the Bentley twins. Having recently binged Playboy Murders hosted by Holly Madison, this story from season 2 stuck out due to all its twists and turns from the air of intrigue of Playboy itself to Ponzi schemes and even murder. You don't want to miss part one and stay tuned for more salacious details with part two!
Then, Sandra talks about the Estonian folklore Kratt. A Kratt was a creature formed from hay or old household implements by its master. The master had to give the devil three drops of blood to bring the Kratt to life. The Kratt has also been featured in popular culture such as the 2017 movie entitled November.
Danielle's Sources:
https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/the-playboy-murders/how-twin-sister-playboy-playmates-got-mixed-up-in-murder
https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/the-playboy-murders-who-mark-yagalla
https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/the-playboy-murders-who-sandy-bentley-now
Sandra's Sources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kratt.
In this episode Sandra talks about the Appalachian Trail. The Appalachian Trail is a hiking trail located on the East Coast that spans over fourteen states and is 2,200 miles. Today the trail is well known for being a famous hiking trail and it is estimated that over 3,000 people try to hike the trail every year. The Appalachian Trail was first proposed by Benton MacKaye in 1921 and then completed in 1937. Today, the trail also has paranormal entities including Big Foot and even the Mothman. Listen as Sandra gives a detailed history of the Appalachian Trail and shares two Reddit stories of creepy experiences that people have had.
Then, Danielle covers Christine Paolilla and the Clear Lake Massacre. Christine who suffered from alopecia was used to getting bullied by her peers for most of her life. She wore wigs and had thick coke-style lens glasses. It wasn't until she was befriended by two popular girls that she finally felt accepted. They taught her about different kinds of makeup and stlying clothes. Her confidence grew and she was voted "Miss Irresistible" in high school. But, everything changed when after an argument turned violent Christine and her ex-boyfriend, Christopher Snider killed four people.
Sandra's Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Appalachian_Trail
https://appalachiantrail.org/our-work/about-us/
https://www.gossamergear.com/blogs/our-blog/hike-appalachian-trail-through-smokies
https://www.thewanderingappalachian.com/post/legends-and-folklore-uncovering-appalachian-myths-and-mysteries
https://placesjournal.org/article/an-appalachian-trail-a-project-in-regional-planning/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwn9y1BhC2ARIsAG5IY-4QivEKmyJInnXIq-0cd77f6ucQ5YNThhi2FGO44KBqkJfTPT3mg3UaAsRDEALw_wcB&cn-reloaded=1
https://appalachiantrail.org/explore/hike-the-a-t/thru-hiking/#:~:text=A%20typical%20thru%2Dhiker%20takes,camping%20regulations%20along%20the%20A.T.
https://www.reddit.com/r/AppalachianTrail/comments/zvjhnb/what_are_your_creepiest_storiesencounters_on_this/
https://www.reddit.com/r/Appalachia/comments/16iep9m/is_it_true_that_the_appalachian_mountains_are/
Danielle's Sources:
https://allthatsinteresting.com/christine-paolilla
https://murderpedia.org/female.P/p/paolilla-christine.htm
Hello! In this episode, Danielle discusses the Radium Girls. We go back to the 1920s in the United States. The world is reeling from World War I jobs are a hot commodity and factory jobs are more important than ever. Radium, a chemical recently discovered by Marie Curie was considered a miracle cure to aid in cancer treatment. In addition, radium was also used in household products like toothpaste, clock faces, and watch dials. So when jobs in radium factories boomed women jumped at the chance to earn a steady income. Young women in particular were needed in factories to paint watch faces using radium. Radium was used because the chemical properties made anything it came in contact with glow. This includes the numbers on the watch faces, but it also left a powdery residue on the girls' hair and clothes. They were unaware of any potential negative health effects combined with their employers' complete dispellment of radium being harmful. Unfortunately, this was not the case, and quickly women started getting sicker and sicker. Find out what happens to the radium girls.
Then, Sandra talks about the Sallie house located in Atchinson Kansas. Known as the most haunted house in the United States, the Sallie house was built at the turn of the century and housed a doctor who lived in Atchinson. Today it is not inhabited by anyone but guests can visit during the day and can stay the night. Due to it;s violent history to stay or even visit the house guests need to sign a waiver. The hauntings include electric batteries draining, moving objects, and even unexplained scratches and bruises appearing during and after guests' visits. The house has also been featured on popular networks such as SYFY, The Discovery Channel, and the Travel Channel. Danielle's Source:
https://www.britannica.com/story/radium-girls-the-women-who-fought-for-their-lives-in-a-killer-workplace https://www.nist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/new-jerseys-radium-girls-and-nist-trained-scientist-who-came-their-aid
Sandra's Sources:
https://visitatchison.com/listing/sallie-house
https://travelwithsara.com/2023/09/27/most-haunted-house-in-america/
We are back! In this week's episode, Sandra talks about the famous Hellfire Caves also known as the West Wycombe Caves located in High Wycombe in England. It is believed that the caves were first excavated between 1748 and 1752 and have been a tourist attraction since the reopening in 1951. Today the caves are most known for possibly hosting members of the Hellfire Club. Some members include John Wilkes, John Montagu the 4th Earl of Sandwich and possibly even Benjamin Franklin. Today when people visit the caves they may also encounter several spirits.
Then Danielle covers part two of the Chappaquiddick incident, revealing more details about Mary Jo Kopechne's background and Ted Kennedy's sketchy reasoning. Will further details of this confirmed cover-up ever come to light?
Sandra's Sources:
Hellfire Caves - Wikipedia
Home | Hellfire Caves
Hellfire Caves: Where to Discover the True Hellfire Club (themorbidtourist.com)
Pin page (pinterest.co.uk)
Danielle's Sources:
https://www.britannica.com/event/Chappaquiddick-incident
https://www.history.com/news/ted-kennedy-chappaquiddick-incident-what-really-happened-facts
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/why-true-story-chappaquiddick-impossible-tell-180968638/