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53- Mass Hysteria: From Dancing Plagues to Ghost Sightings

put a pin in why dancing? On todays episode join the team as scoot takes us down the journey of several dancing plagues that enraptured towns struck by poverty. Was it mass hysteria? or rot from damp rye? but that's not all, because we also dive into a ghost hysteria where a man ended up being murdered and it all started from a prank. https://publicdomainreview.org/essay/the-dancing-plague-of-1518/ https://www.britannica.com/event/dancing-plague-of-1518 https://allaboutpsychology.substack.com/p/the-dancing-plague-of-1518 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0160932708000379 https://www.history.com/articles/what-was-the-dancing-plague-of-1518 https://faspsych.com/blog/dancing-plague-1518-mass-hysteria-mental-health/ https://www.euppublishing.com/doi/10.3366/drs.2017.0199 https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/strange-case-dancing-mania-struck-germany-six-centuries-ago-today-180959549/ https://www.britannica.com/today-in-history/June-24-1374-Dancing-Plague-of-Aachen https://hekint.org/2022/07/05/dancing-with-spiders-tarantellas-and-tarantism/ https://regencyfictionwriters.org/the-hammersmith-ghost/ https://www.icysedgwick.com/hammersmith-ghost/

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52- On The Case: The Voodoo Reverend of Alabama

Scoot takes us on a journey through the crimes of Reverend Willie Maxwell, a self-ordained preacher suspected of murdering five family members to collect life insurance payouts. But rumors of voodoo overshadowed the crimes. His crimes never being proven, eventually lead to his death at his stepdaughters funeral. https://whatsnonfiction.wordpress.com/2019/05/06/harper-lees-abandoned-work-a-crime-spree-and-a-mysterious-reverend-in-the-deep-south/ https://thefederalist.com/2019/08/09/examining-the-book-harper-lee-never-wrote/ https://whatsnonfiction.wordpress.com/2019/05/06/harper-lees-abandoned-work-a-crime-spree-and-a-mysterious-reverend-in-the-deep-south/ https://medium.com/thehighhorse/the-reverend-and-the-writer-df5dba8e5e22 https://www.csmonitor.com/Arts-Culture/Books/chapter-and-verse/2015/0320/More-Harper-Lee-puzzles-another-lost-book-and-an-investigation-closed https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/may/04/and-the-missing-briefcase-the-real-story-behind-harper-lees-lost-true-book https://nypost.com/2015/09/09/the-story-behind-harper-lees-lost-true-crime-novel/ https://heathervoight.com/tag/tom-radney/ https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/03/books/furious-hours-casey-cep-harper-lee.html https://medium.com/the-book-cafe/book-review-furious-hours-murder-fraud-and-the-last-trial-of-harper-lee-by-casey-cep-e2f542c13cf7

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51- Dark Days in Time: The Tragic History of Old Cahawba pt 2

Join the investigation for the final dark history dive of Old Cahawba. including the disaster of the steamboat 'Sultana', we cover the murder of a union captain, the disappearance of 'Jones', the literal dismantling of the towns remains, the paranormal stories that live on and more. we hope you enjoy. much love patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InvestigationPodcast Primary Sources Fry, Anna Gayle. Memories of Old Cahaba. New York: Neale Publishing Company, 1909. Hawes, Jesse. Cahaba: A Story of Captive Boys in Blue. Chicago: Rogers & Smith Company, 1888. Rush, Jacob. Recollections of Prison Life at Cahaba (memoir and surviving accounts). United States War Department. The War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Historical and Archaeological Sources Alabama Historical Commission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. Friends of Old Cahawba. Historical publications and interpretive materials. National Park Service. Civil War and Old Cahawba historical resources. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. Site interpretation and archaeological reports. Sultana Disaster Sources Baxter, Gary. The Sultana Disaster: The Greatest Maritime Disaster in American History. Sultana Historical Preservation Society. Historical records and survivor research. United States Congressional investigations concerning the Sultana disaster. Folklore and Paranormal Sources Fry, Anna Gayle. Memories of Old Cahaba. Windham, Kathryn Tucker. 13 Alabama Ghosts and Jeffrey. Alabama Historical Commission. Educational materials concerning Old Cahawba folklore. Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The Specter in the Maze. Additional Historical References Historical maps of Old Cahawba. Archaeological excavation reports. Nineteenth-century Alabama newspapers. Contemporary Civil War military correspondence. Published biographies of William Wyatt Bibb and early Alabama political history. https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=22669 https://historynet.com/surviving-a-confederate-pow-camp/ https://theforgottensouth.com/cahawba-alabama-ghost-town/ https://dustsafetyscience.com/sultana-explosion-mississippi-river/ https://historynet.com/surviving-a-confederate-pow-camp/

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50- Dark Days in Time: The Tragic History of Old Cahawba pt 1

Join us for todays episode when we travel to the town of Old Cahawba (also spelled Cahaba). From its beginning as a Native American village, it was then transformed into Alabama's original capital, the town changed from the capital, to a small town built by cotton and the hundreds of slaves that cultivated it, once again changing during the civil war to hold the union prison called Castle Morgan. Not many of the prisoners died during Castle Morgan's run, but that does take away the problems the prisoner's faced. And for many the tragedies don't end there. Primary Sources Fry, Anna Gayle. Memories of Old Cahaba. New York: Neale Publishing Company, 1909. Hawes, Jesse. Cahaba: A Story of Captive Boys in Blue. Chicago: Rogers & Smith Company, 1888. Rush, Jacob. Recollections of Prison Life at Cahaba (memoir and surviving accounts). United States War Department. The War of the Rebellion: A Compilation of the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Historical and Archaeological Sources Alabama Historical Commission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. Friends of Old Cahawba. Historical publications and interpretive materials. National Park Service. Civil War and Old Cahawba historical resources. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. Site interpretation and archaeological reports. Additional Historical References Historical maps of Old Cahawba. Archaeological excavation reports. Nineteenth-century Alabama newspapers. Contemporary Civil War military correspondence. Published biographies of William Wyatt Bibb and early Alabama political history. https://www.hmdb.org/m.asp?m=22669 https://historynet.com/surviving-a-confederate-pow-camp/ https://theforgottensouth.com/cahawba-alabama-ghost-town/

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49- Creatures Unraveled: The Black Eyed Children

Hatter dives deep into one of Alabama's most chilling modern legends: the Black Eyed Children. These seemingly ordinary kids, with their unsettling pitch-black eyes, appear unexpectedly, asking for help or permission to enter homes, leaving witnesses with an overwhelming sense of dread. We explore the origins of this eerie phenomenon, examine eyewitness accounts, and discuss the psychological implications behind these encounters. (00:00) Intro (02:52) The black eyed children phenomenon was born during the infancy of the Internet (06:52) Black eyed children's terrifying description (14:21) Inside of Brian Bethel's encounter (15:26) Psychology, subtle social cues, and unconscious danger detection (20:02) Bethel's story hits the internet (26:18) Several other encounter reports (35:04) What happens if you let them in? Join our Patreon for exclusive content! https://www.patreon.com/cw/InvestigationPodcast Works Cited Bethel, Brian. Black-Eyed Kids FAQ. Archived writings and follow-up commentary on the Black-Eyed Children phenomenon, 2013. Burke, Brigid. "Black-Eyed Kids and the Child Archetype." The Cultural Construction of Monstrous Children: Essays on Anomalous Children from 1595 to the Present Day, edited by Simon Bacon and Leo Ruickbie, Anthem Press, 2020, pp. 205–216. de Becker, Gavin. The Gift of Fear: Survival Signals That Protect Us from Violence. Dell Publishing, 1997. LeDoux, Joseph. The Emotional Brain: The Mysterious Underpinnings of Emotional Life. Simon & Schuster, 1996. Loftus, Elizabeth F. Eyewitness Testimony. Harvard University Press, 1996. Mori, Masahiro. "The Uncanny Valley." Energy, vol. 7, no. 4, 1970, pp. 33–35. Monstrum. "Don't Let Them In! The Urban Legends of Black-Eyed Children." PBS Digital Studios, hosted by Emily Zarka, 2021. Nickell, Joe. The Science of Ghosts: Searching for Spirits of the Dead. Prometheus Books, 2012. Weatherly, David. Black Eyed Children: Revised Second Edition. Leprechaun Press, 2017. Alabama Folklore Sources Cline, Erin. The Big Book of Alabama Ghost Stories. Stackpole Books, 2010. McWhorter, Jake, and Victoria H. Jackson. Alabama Curiosities: Quirky Characters, Roadside Oddities & Other Offbeat Stuff. Globe Pequot Press, 2018. Urban Legends and Folklore Brunvand, Jan Harold. The Vanishing Hitchhiker: American Urban Legends and Their Meanings. W. W. Norton, 1981. Brunvand, Jan Harold. Encyclopedia of Urban Legends. ABC-CLIO, 2001. Campbell, Joseph. The Hero with a Thousand Faces. Princeton University Press, 1949. Psychology and Human Perception Kahneman, Daniel. Thinking, Fast and Slow. Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2011. Gladwell, Malcolm. Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking. Little, Brown and Company, 2005. Historical Research Methods "Historical Research." History Detectives, PBS. Folklore Resources University of Southern California. "Black-Eyed Children." USC Digital Folklore Archives. USC Digital Folklore Archives

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48- Creatures Unraveled: UFO or Hoax? Unraveling the Falkville Metal Man

Do you believe in aliens or the supernatural? In today's episode, Hatter talks about the Metal Man of Falkville. When police chief Greenhaw went out to investigate a strange phone call, he encountered something unusual and managed to snap four photographs. While the photographs went on to become famous, the backlash against Greenhaw brought in suspicions of a hoax. Unravel this mystery with us! 0:00 Peculiar phone call results in a rather radiant encounter 15:20 Picture credibility speculations: Prankster or something much more otherworldly? 26:35 Theory of the firefighter hoax and alleged confession 31:13 Evidence stolen: Possible government involvement? 34:23 Coincidental encounters after famous probing incident 41:42 Recapping: Witnessing the unknown or all just a hoax? Email us your thoughts at investigatingwithus@gmail.com 45:30 Outro Join our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/cw/InvestigationPodcast Don't forget to like and follow! YouTube interview with Greenhaw: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LtysoBU1G0&t=149s Works Cited Appalachian Historian. “The Falkville Metal Man: Jeff Greenhaw and Alabama’s Silver-Suited Mystery.” Appalachian Historian, 24 June 2026. Accessed 30 July 2026. Clark, Jerome. High Strangeness: UFOs from 1969 through 1979. Omnigraphics, 1996. Hall, Richard H., et al. “The 1973 UFO Chronology: A World-Wide Wave.” National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena (NICAP). Updated 10 Apr. 2022. Accessed 30 July 2026. National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena. UFO Investigator. Nov. 1973. NICAP archival collection. National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena. UFO Investigator. Oct. 1974. NICAP archival collection. Olmos, Vicente-Juan Ballester. “Pictures of Aliens in USA, October 1973.” FOTOCAT, 13 Mar. 2020. Ridge, Francis. “Falkville, Alabama, Humanoid Case: October 17, 1973.” NICAP UFO Case Directory. National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena. Stevenson, Tommy. “Howdy Says Policeman to UFO Creature.” The Decatur Daily, 18 Oct. 1973. Summerford, Robert O. “Bobby.” Obituary. The Decatur Daily, 26–27 Apr. 2007. Republished by Legacy Remembers. Town of Falkville. “History.” Town of Falkville, Alabama. Accessed 30 July 2026. Blum, Ralph, and Judy Blum. Beyond Earth: Man’s Contact with UFOs. Bantam Books, 1975. Maloney, Christopher. “Falkville.” Encyclopedia of Alabama, 14 May 2013. Rogerson, Peter. INTCAT: International Catalogue of Close Encounters and Entity Reports, 1752–1986. Smith, Warren. “Falkville Metal Man Coverage.” Saga, Oct. 1974, p. 48. “The Pascagoula Encounter, October 11, 1973.” NICAP UFO Case Directory. National Investigations Committee on Aerial Phenomena. “Robert O. ‘Bobby’ Summerford.” Legacy Remembers, Apr. 2007. Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

47- On the Case: Reign of Terror, Baton Rouge Killers pt 3

Join us this week on a short but chilling episode where Scoot takes us back to the murderous Baton Rouge. Three mysterious deaths all possibly linked together as a serial killer starts to go on a rampage; listen in to find out how far he goes before getting caught. 0:00 Intro: Strangely specific phone call begins puzzling murders investigation 09:10 Well known detained serial killer gives his input on the case 12:22 The one that got away: Footage of the surviving victim leads police to the killer’s identity 19:44 Email us at investigatingwithus@gmail.com with your thoughts 20:53 Donation opportunity for a good cause and outro https://www.wafb.com/story/11693111/officials-give-suspected-serial-killer-timeline-of-events/ https://www.wafb.com/story/12145893/guillory-sentenced-to-50-years-in-prison/ https://legalnews.com/Home/Articles?DataId=1079269 https://www.wafb.com/2026/07/01/serial-killer-cases-that-changed-baton-rouge-policing-forever/ https://law.justia.com/cases/louisiana/first-circuit-court-of-appeal/2012/2012ka0702-1.html https://www.wafb.com/story/11688408/detectives-arrest-another-suspected-serial-killer-in-la/ https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/true-stories/five-serial-killers-have-claimed-almost-70-victims-from-baton-rouge-area-louisiana/news-story/92a3fe9819755cc25f9f17a4072be803 https://thecinemaholic.com/jeffery-lee-guillory-who-were-his-victims-where-is-he-now/ https://www.oxygen.com/serial-killer-capital-baton-rouge/crime-news/where-are-baton-rouge-serial-killers-now Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

46- On the Case: The Tragic Death of Elizabeth Sennett

we delve into the tragic story of Liz Sennett, a woman whose seemingly perfect life took a horrifying turn. Married young to Charles Sennett, Liz was the heart of her family, but beneath the surface lay dark secrets that would lead to her untimely death. Join hosts Scoot and Hatter as they explore the chilling details of Liz's murder, the shocking revelations about Charles's infidelity, and the aftermath that left a family shattered. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InvestigationPodcast 0:00 Intro: The supposed picture perfect couple 08:12 Questionable robbery gone awry? 12:48 Convictions and prolonged appeals of the murderous schemers 28:19 Penalty carried out at last 33:10 Why we bring these stories back to life 38:38 Share your thoughts email us at investigatingwithus@gmail.com https://www.waff.com/2024/01/20/35-years-too-late-sennett-brothers-speak-execution-man-that-took-their-mothers-life/ https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/21/21-579/207049/20211230162719811_Smith%20BIO.pdf https://arkansasadvocate.com/2024/01/25/alabama-set-to-attempt-untried-method-of-execution/ https://www.waff.com/2024/01/26/kenneth-smith-executed-1988-slaying-elizabeth-sennett/ https://www.wbrc.com/2024/01/26/kenneth-smith-executed-1988-slaying-elizabeth-sennett/ https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/99770952/elizabeth_dorlene-sennett https://1819news.com/news/item/alabamas-judicial-system-sucks-son-of-murder-victim-wants-justice-to-be-served https://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/story/news/2022/11/17/live-updates-kenneth-smith-execution-alabama-prisons/69654501007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z113012e000100v113012d--30--b--30--&gca-ft=163&gca-ds=sophi https://law.justia.com/cases/alabama/court-of-appeals-criminal/1990/565-so-2d-1233-0.html https://abc3340.com/news/local/timeline-of-events-leading-up-to-kenneth-smiths-scheduled-execution-kenneth-eugene-smith-nitrogen-hypoxia-alabama-state-capital-punishment-death-penalty-cruel-unusual-experimental- https://oklahomavoice.com/2024/01/25/kenneth-eugene-smith-executed-by-nitrogen-gas-for-1988-murder-for-hire-scheme/#:~:text=Sennett's%20husband%2C%20the%20Rev.,were%20convicted%20of%20her%20death. https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/alabama-schedules-a-second-execution-for-kenneth-smith-using-nitrogen-gas-for-the-first-time-in-u-s-history https://www.alabamaag.gov/attorney-general-marshall-moves-for-execution-by-nitrogen-hypoxia-for-kenneth-smith/ https://www.wvtm13.com/article/elizabeth-sennett-kenneth-smith-execution/46545025 Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

45- The After Show: The Doss House Investigation

Join us on this little after show, where we reflect on the strange occurrences that unfolded during the investigation, from unexpected delays to chilling sensations of being watched. We discuss the unsettling audio captures, mysterious Polaroids, and the peculiar energies encountered. as well as a peak into our own abilities, we contemplate our next steps and plans for future investigations. What did we truly uncover at Doss House, and what awaits us on their next adventure? 0:00 Intro, and a look into how we felt after listening to what we captured 8:20 The lost tapes: the Barber shop 9:27 The Music box 11:37 The polaroid's- missing, and unexplained 23:00 The doll's and Meredith's changing energy 38:30 Missed opportunities, where should we go next? Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

44- Scared Stiff: On Site Doss House Investigation pt 2

The Second part to our Doss house investigation! With EMF readings soaring and cat balls lighting up, we investigate the mound, and try to uncover the truth behind the haunting? 00:00 This is part two of our Doss House episode. 02:20 Venturing into the basement 08:55 The spirits in the upstairs 17:41 The morning after the main house investigation, outside at the mound 43:19 Trying to learn the story of the veterans flag 57:49 outro Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

43- Scared Stiff: On Site Doss House Investigation pt 1

Join us for this on site investigation! starting with an interview and tour from the owner, then we are on our own. we captured voices, footsteps, thumps, and even crazy polaroid photos. it was an absolutely incredible time and we will be back! 0:00 Welcome to the doss house: setting the stage for investigation 3:11 Uncovering the 1810 history and first owners 9:25 Mirrors, EMF and the Portal Vortex in the Living Room 12:58 Children Spirits and a Three-case Murder Mystery 15:35 The Haunted Dolls: Birdie's Collection and Meredith's Energy 21:02 Shadow Figures, Alarms, and Doss's Barbershop 26:30 The Little Girl, Hatchet, and German Folklore in the Basement 34:20 Local Opposition and the Elemental in the Crawl Space 40:25 Officer Leonard, Family Items and the Mysterious Mound 47:13 Hatter's Discouragement and Initial Paranormal Feelings 50:24 Doctor Pfoff and the Prince 01:04:41 Estes sessions and Rolland the Soldier of the Flag 01:23:18 Analyzing Spirit box Results and Episode Conclusion Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

42- Dark Days in Time: The Terrifying Truth Behind the Scenes of The Wizard of Oz

Step into the haunting world of "The Wizard of Oz" as hosts Scoot unravels the dark secrets behind this beloved classic. While the film is celebrated for its vibrant Technicolor and timeless story, the making of "The Wizard of Oz" was riddled with controversy, from the production's staggering budget to the troubling treatment of its young star, Judy Garland and much more. Join us as we explore the hidden truths that lurk behind the curtain, revealing the harsh realities faced by the cast and crew. 00:00 intro 00:29 The 1939 classic that is the wizard of Oz actually cost, and the groundbreaking way it was made 05:25 Judy Garlands treatment during filming, and the addiction that came with it 14:27 Sexual assault allegations, and the treatment of the Munchkin actors 24:59 The Horrific costume design choices and sicknesses that plagued them 31:34 Margaret Hamilton, the Wicked witch of the west, suffered second degree burns 36:53 Asbestos was in everything 39:51 The infamous rumor, where it came from, and the truth. 44:21 A little bit of business to take care of (stay tuned for the Doss house) https://people.com/wizard-oz-original-tin-man-hospitalized-aluminum-makeup-mishap-11853453 https://www.thoughtco.com/tin-man-toxic-makeup-3975975 https://imagejournal.org/2018/09/06/the-disastrous-wizard-of-oz/ https://people.com/wizard-of-oz-wicked-witch-burn-exclusive-8751146 https://delanceyplace.com/view-archives.php?p=3634 https://time.com/5647491/wizard-of-oz-curse/ https://artofthemovies.co.uk/blogs/original-movie-posters/the-wizard-of-oz-the-magic-the-myths-and-the-munchkins?srsltid=AfmBOoqjDneLMrUQBYqlyRh8GyJEFa3kQr9qtvYh0w-1RgmQuQ0Xdvr9 https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/slideshows/wizard-oz-behind-scenes-17-133037454.html https://www.independent.ie/entertainment/movies/the-tragic-story-of-how-judy-garland-was-spat-out-by-a-vicious-hollywood-studio-system/a/145361300.html https://www.thecheeklawfirm.com/blog/wicked-history-asbestos-snow-in-oz https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/25-days-of-christmas/the-dark-side-of-the-wizard-of-oz/ https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/08/wizard-of-oz-appalling-stories?srsltid=AfmBOooIqHgyzt8FKEq6TsjkV_jKtAvW8dfCzJef-Bsbuya73aV5M1PS https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/truth-cursed-set-the-wizard-of-oz/ https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/the-wizard-of-oz-dark-secrets/ https://medium.com/@lisariggio1994/the-dark-history-behind-the-wizard-of-oz-bed0f2f0e28a https://www.womansworld.com/entertainment/classic-tv/wizard-of-oz-behind-the-scenes https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20190808-the-subversive-messages-hidden-in-the-wizard-of-oz https://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/slideshow/6907/history-of-the-wizard-of-oz/10/ https://theasc.com/article/behind-the-curtain-wizard-of-oz/ https://www.nytimes.com/1983/03/16/movies/wizard-of-oz-a-tv-success-story.html https://www.aol.com/articles/wizard-oz-overcame-1-14-100000000.html https://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-04-04/why-it-was-so-important-to-find-the-last-surviving-munchkin/9610256 Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

41- On The Case: Stalked by the missing- The Chilling Case of Cari Farver

Join the crew today in the contradictory world known as online dating; does it truly bring people together? Find out with Hatter as she takes us down the treacherous road of a man’s tragic experience with technology and a love gone awry. 0:00 Intro: Mechanic David makes a seemingly harmless online dating connection 04:19 Sparks fly and ignite remarkably fast 10:04 Foul play in the air? 17:25 Suspicious behavior escalates with arson 22:58 A year of peace before the nightmares return with a shocking revelation 28:09 Digital evidence of a poser commences as the pieces finally come together 33:12 Detectives set a trap for the cocky psycho 47:46 Wrapping up: what did you think? Email us at investigatingwithus@gmail.com References Effron, L., Deutsch, G., & Gowen, G. (2020, December 3). What seemed like a horrific stalking case was a jealous lover's cover for murder. ABC News. https://abcnews.com/US/horrific-stalking-case-jealous-lovers-cover-murder/story?id=74431142 FindLaw. (2018). State v. Golyar, 301 Neb. 488 (2018). Nebraska Supreme Court. https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/ne-supreme-court/1962008.html Justia. (2018). State v. Golyar, 301 Neb. 488. Nebraska Supreme Court Decisions. https://law.justia.com/cases/nebraska/supreme-court/2018/s-17-955.html Rule, L. (2020). A Tangled Web: A Cyberstalker, a Deadly Obsession, and the Twisted Path to Justice. Citadel Press. A&E. (2024, April 19). How digital evidence helped solve the murder of Cari Farver. https://www.aetv.com/articles/cari-farver Netflix. (2024). Lover, Stalker, Killer [Documentary]. Directed by Sam Hobkinson. Netflix. TIME. (2024, February 9). The deadly love triangle behind Netflix's Lover, Stalker, Killer. https://time.com/6692767/lover-stalker-killer-netflix-true-story/ People. (2024, February 9). “Lover, Stalker, Killer”: Where are Dave Kroupa and Liz Golyar now? https://people.com/lover-stalker-killer-where-are-dave-kroupa-liz-golyar-now-8558923/ People. (2024, February 9). Real-life fatal attraction: Nebraska love triangle turns deadly. https://people.com/lover-stalker-killer-netflix-real-life-fatal-attraction-8563526/ National Center for Victims of Crime. (n.d.). Stalking resource center. https://victimsofcrime.org Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center. (n.d.). Stalking facts and statistics. https://www.stalkingawareness.org Office for Victims of Crime. (n.d.). Stalking. U.S. Department of Justice. https://ovc.ojp.gov/topics/stalking Nebraska Judicial Branch. (2018). State v. Golyar proceedings and sentencing information. https://nebraskajudicial.gov/courts/supreme-court/supreme-court-call/state-v-golyar-20 Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

40- Creatures Unraveled: Did They Encounter a Mimic?

Hike the mountainside with your hosts today as Hatter takes you into the legend of the mimic, an entity comprised of multiple cryptids or another force altogether? Follow the chilling stories Hatter shares with us to unravel the myth known as the mimic 0:00 Intro: Multiple entities forming the mimic 05:57 Cannibalistic folklore of the grotesque windy boys 08:51 The origin of shape shifting flesh pedestrians legends 13:33 Horrific stories begin: mountain longboarding incident and grocery trip return gone wrong 19:25 Do the predators study their prey on this specific mountain trail or is it just an eerie random encounter 33:56 Final comments email us at investigatingwithus@gmail.com Sources Experience-Centered Study of Supernatural Assault Traditions. University of Pennsylvania Press, 1982. Carl Lindahl, John McNamara, & John Lindow (eds.). Medieval Folklore: A Guide to Myths, Legends, Tales, Beliefs, and Customs. Oxford University Press. Simon J. Bronner. American Folklore Studies: An Intellectual History. University Press of Kansas. Joe Nickell. The Science of Ghosts. Prometheus Books. https://www.reddit.com/r/Thetruthishere/comments/qdb6ak/undefined_humanoid_mimic_encounter_in_big_bend/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1qx0qvt/i_met_a_mimicwhat_was_his_intention/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1nyef10/a_mimic_experience_i_just_had_genuinely_freaked/ Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

39- Scared Stiff: The Basano Vase: A wedding Gift or Harbinger of Doom

In this episode, we delve into the chilling legend of the Bassano vase, an accursed artifact that has haunted Italy for centuries. From its mysterious origins to the tragic fates of those who have owned it, we explore the dark tale surrounding this seemingly innocuous silver vase. Was it a wedding gift turned curse or simply a vessel of misfortune? Join hosts Scoot and Hatter as they unravel the threads of this eerie story, questioning the nature of curses and the power of belief. 00:00 Introduction to the Bassano vase and its haunting tale 02:20 The origins of the vase and its connection to a wedding 06:05 The mysterious deaths linked to the vase's owners 8:58 The vase's rediscovery in 1988 and the ominous note found inside 11:44 The fate of the vase and the police officer's attempts to rid it 14:54 Theories surrounding the curse and the vase's disappearance 25:48 Final thoughts on the vase's existence and its place in legend https://burialsandbeyond.com/2021/02/05/the-debatable-haunting-of-the-basano-vase/ https://factschology.com/mmm-podcast-articles/cursed-basano-vase https://www.waivio.com/@ninong7/the-cursed-basano-vase https://anomalien.com/the-bizarre-story-of-the-curse-of-basano-vase/ https://darkhauntings.wordpress.com/2016/03/20/the-haunting-curse-of-the-basano-vase/ https://www.tvi.show/cursed-curios/the-basano-vase-the-cursed-relic-that-disappeared-and-its-unsettling-legacy https://www.thegypsythread.org/curious-tale-basano-vase/ https://www.unofficialroyalty.com/eleanor-of-aquitaine-queen-of-england/ https://umma.umich.edu/objects/vase-pg2020-2-39/ https://www.huntmuseum.com/stories/objects-in-focus/ancient-greece-wedding-vessel/ Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

38- The Last Suppers of the Damned

Join us as we examine the last meals of notorious killers like Ted Bundy, who surprisingly declined any request, and Thomas J. Grosso, whose extravagant order was marred by a substitution of SpaghettiOs. We also discuss the haunting case of John Wayne Gacy, who chose comfort food with a sinister twist, and Lawrence Russell Brewer, whose lavish meal request led to a significant change in Texas law. 00:00 One of the strangest traditions to survive into modern prisons is the final meal request 01:28 Ted Bundy remains one of the most infamous serial killers in American history 09:03 Thomas Joseph Grasso was sentenced to death for murdering two elderly victims 12:52 John Wayne Gacy Crime and Last meal 16:05 Allen lee Davis Last meal and the crime that brought him to death row 20:27 The last meal that wasn't a meal 25:41 Lawrence Russell Brewers, the crime and request that changes death row forever 28:23 Peter Joseph Miniel became recognized because of his final meal 32:04 Sam: Velma Barfield and her meal that resembled a gas station run Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

37- On The Case: Son of Sam, the Man behind the Letters

Scoot dives into the chilling case of David Berkowitz, infamously known as the Son of Sam. Set against the backdrop of New York City, we recount the terror that gripped the streets as a mysterious shooter targeted young women and couples during the night. We unravel Berkowitz's troubled upbringing, including his adoption, and violent tendencies, before moving through a detailed timeline of the shootings and insights into Berkowitz's infamous letters. Join us as we piece together this notorious case 00:00 Introduction: The disco era and the fear of the Son of Sam 05:15 Berkowitz's troubled childhood and adoption 12:30 The early signs of violence and troubling behavior 20:45 The first attack: A Christmas Eve stabbing 25:00 The shooting spree begins: Victims and chilling details 35:30 The infamous letters: Berkowitz’s taunts to the police 45:00 Theories of cult involvement and the Carr brothers 50:00 The aftermath: Berkowitz’s arrest and confessions 01:00 Conclusion: The legacy of fear and the Son of Sam https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/august-10/son-of-sam-arrested https://maamodt.asp.radford.edu/psyc%20405/serial%20killers/berkowitz,%20david.pdf https://www.cbsnews.com/news/son-of-sam-serial-killer-david-berkowitz-speaks-out-40-years-after-new-york-city-murder-spree/ https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/david-berkowitz https://time.com/7306481/son-of-sam-tapes-netflix/ https://csi.pressbooks.pub/uncserkill/chapter/chapter-20-david-berkowitz-son-of-sam/ https://www.nytimes.com/topic/person/david-berkowitz https://csi.pressbooks.pub/darkmindsdeadlydeeds/chapter/david-berkowitz-the-son-of-sam-multiple-theories/ https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/son-of-sam-serial-killer-david-berkowitz-victims-and-timeline/ https://www.aetv.com/articles/david-berkowitz Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

36- On The Case: Secrets Beneath the Surface- The Jennings 8 pt2

Hatter continues the deep dive into the haunting case of the Jennings 8, a tragic tale of eight women whose lives were cut short under suspicious circumstances in Jennings, Louisiana. Uncover disturbing details of police corruption, potential cover-ups, and the dark underbelly of the community. With shocking revelations about the involvement of local law enforcement, we navigate through the murky waters of this case, questioning the integrity of those sworn to protect the vulnerable. Who were the real perpetrators behind these unsolved murders? Join us as we unravel the tangled web of connections and conspiracies surrounding the Jennings 8. 00:00 Recap of Part 1 02:08 Police corruption runs rampant through the years 08:35 Charges against Bryan Jones and Lawrence Nixon in Ernestine's death were dropped 16:50 Another witness claims to have seen Danny Berry last seen with Brittney Gary 20:54 Who is Frankie Richards? 27:42 A cheap motel: The Bordeaux Inn 31:13 Eight women were murdered in Jennings, and answers have yet to be found WORKS CITED Case / Victim Sources Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Loretta Lynn Chaisson Lewis. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/loretta-lynn-chaisson-lewis Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Crystal Shay Benoit Zeno. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/crystal-shay-benoit-zeno Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Brittney Gary. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/brittney-gary Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Necole Jean Guillory. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/necole-jean-guillory Wikipedia Contributors. Jeff Davis 8. Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Davis_8 Investigative Journalism / Documentary Sources Brown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou: Who Killed the Women Known as the Jeff Davis 8? Matter / Medium, https://medium.com/matter/who-killed-the-jeff-davis-8-d1b813e13581 Brown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou. Scribner, 2016. A&E Television Networks. Jeff Davis 8 Interview – Ethan Brown / Murder in the Bayou, https://www.aetv.com/articles/jeff-davis-8-interview-ethan-brown-murder-in-the-bayou Biography.com. Jeff Davis 8: The True Story Behind Murder in the Bayou, https://www.biography.com/crime/murder-in-the-bayou-jeff-davis-8-true-story HBO. Murder in the Bayou. Directed by Matthew Galkin, HBO Documentary Films, 2019. 64 Parishes. Review: Murder in the Bayou, https://64parishes.org/review-murder-bayou PS Magazine. Murder in the Bayou, https://psmag.com/news/murder-in-the-bayou Oxygen. Murder in the Bayou: Who Are the Jeff Davis 8?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/murder-in-the-bayou-who-are-the-jeff-davis-8-key-players Oxygen. Where Is Frankie Richard Today?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/where-is-murder-in-the-bayous-frankie-richard-today News Sources KPLC-TV. Discovery ID Hosting Special on Jeff Davis Murders, https://www.kplctv.com/2019/06/07/discovery-id-hosting-special-jeff-davis KPLC-TV. Two Arrested in Murder of Kristen Gary Lopez, https://www.kplctv.com/story/6528397/two-arrested-in-murder-of-kristen-gary-lopez Fox News. Jennings 8 Documentary True Crime Coverage, https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/jennings-8-doc-true-crime https://www.wwltv.com/article/news/jennings-8-unsolved-murders-haunt-town-police/289-412271190 https://ulmhawkeyeonline.com/36821/news/whispers-from-the-bayou-the-mystery-of-the-jeff-davis-8/ https://www.kplctv.com/2023/09/20/candidates-jeff-davis-sheriff-answer-questions-about-issues-parish/ https://kpel965.com/jennings-8-murders-louisiana-police-corruption-coverup-2025/

35- On The Case: Secrets Beneath the Surface- The Jennings 8 pt 1

Join Hatter and Scoot this week as Hatter takes us down the dark path labeled as the Jennings 8 murders. when the lives of 8 women were taking over the course of 4-5 years, the police proposed a serial killer, but no conclusion ever came. was it the work of a single person, or something darker and rooted in corruption. 0:00 Intro: The impoverished small town of Jennings 07:06 The disturbing disappearances and deaths of multiple victims with questionable pasts 24:03 The youngest victim snaps town into the chilling reality they can ignore no more 34:22 Birthday death premonition and delayed searches continue 40:14 Piecing together the cruel minds of serial killers; simultaneously ruling out that likelihood 46:05 Is this all just a ruse or something more sinister going on? Email us your thoughts at investigatingwithus@gmail.com WORKS CITED Case / Victim Sources Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Loretta Lynn Chaisson Lewis. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/loretta-lynn-chaisson-lewis Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Crystal Shay Benoit Zeno. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/crystal-shay-benoit-zeno Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Brittney Gary. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/brittney-gary Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Necole Jean Guillory. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/necole-jean-guillory Wikipedia Contributors. Jeff Davis 8. Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Davis_8 Investigative Journalism / Documentary Sources Brown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou: Who Killed the Women Known as the Jeff Davis 8? Matter / Medium, https://medium.com/matter/who-killed-the-jeff-davis-8-d1b813e13581 Brown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou. Scribner, 2016. A&E Television Networks. Jeff Davis 8 Interview – Ethan Brown / Murder in the Bayou, https://www.aetv.com/articles/jeff-davis-8-interview-ethan-brown-murder-in-the-bayou Biography.com. Jeff Davis 8: The True Story Behind Murder in the Bayou, https://www.biography.com/crime/murder-in-the-bayou-jeff-davis-8-true-story HBO. Murder in the Bayou. Directed by Matthew Galkin, HBO Documentary Films, 2019. 64 Parishes. Review: Murder in the Bayou, https://64parishes.org/review-murder-bayou PS Magazine. Murder in the Bayou, https://psmag.com/news/murder-in-the-bayou Oxygen. Murder in the Bayou: Who Are the Jeff Davis 8?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/murder-in-the-bayou-who-are-the-jeff-davis-8-key-players Oxyg

34- On the Case: Reign of Terror, Baton Rouge Killers pt 2

In this gripping continuation of our exploration into the Baton Rouge serial killers, Hatter and Scoot delve deeper into the chilling case of Sean Vincent Giles. Born into a troubled family, Giles' dark path leads him to commit horrific acts of violence against vulnerable women over a span of ten years. As they recount the disturbing details of his crimes, including his obsession with pornography and the shocking methods he employed, the hosts provide a haunting look at the mind of a killer. With graphic descriptions of the murders, including necrophilia and cannibalism, this episode serves as a stark reminder of the darkness that can lurk within seemingly ordinary lives. Join us as we unravel the complexities of a case that intertwines with the notorious Derek Todd Lee, revealing a terrifying reality of multiple killers operating in the shadows. 00:00 Introduction: Revisiting the Baton Rouge nightmare 0:20 Trigger warning: Graphic content ahead 01:13 The early life of Sean Vincent Giles 03:11 The transition into darkness: Signs of a troubled mind 07:54 The timeline of terror: Victims and chilling details 24:13 The investigation: Connecting the dots between killers 26:33 The courtroom drama: Trials and confessions 31:56 The aftermath: Community impact and reflections 34:54 Outro: Stay tuned for possible part three https://www.grunge.com/1134471/disturbing-details-found-in-katherine-halls-autopsy-report/ https://www.factualamerica.com/serial-cuts/baton-rouges-other-killer-sean-vincent-gillis-in-the-shadows#google_vignette https://allthatsinteresting.com/sean-vincent-gillis https://www.oxygen.com/mark-of-a-serial-killer/crime-news/serial-killer-sean-vincent-gillis-strangled-women https://www.oxygen.com/serial-killer-capital-baton-rouge/crime-news/baton-rouge-police-tracked-3-killers-at-same-time https://www.aetv.com/articles/sean-gillis-now https://www.wafb.com/story/8775996/gillis-confesses-on-tape-to-fbi-agents/ https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/la-court-of-appeal/1013735.html https://serialkillercalendar.com/THE-MUTILATOR-OF-BATON-ROUGE.php https://www.wafb.com/story/1850424/gillis-describes-brutal-murder-to-investigators/ https://www.thoughtco.com/serial-killer-sean-vincent-gillis-973106 https://www.wafb.com/story/1836628/gillis-girlfriend-speaks-out/ https://www.wafb.com/story/1826593/gillis-confession-solves-two-more-murders/ Send us your stories at investigatingwithus@gmail.com. We want to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m