In this episode, we dive into the eerie mysteries of the Bennington Triangle, a stretch of land in Vermont where strange disappearances and unsettling encounters have plagued the area for decades. From Bigfoot sightings to UFOs and phantom hitchhikers, this cursed region has seen its fair share of unexplained events. We’ll focus on the mysterious disappearances of people like Paula Welden, James Tedford, and Frieda Langer—cases that remain unsolved to this day. Was it supernatural forces at play, or is there a darker, more sinister explanation behind these vanishing acts? Tune in to explore the chilling unknown.

Sources:

https://www.legendsofamerica.com/bennington-triangle-vermont/

https://homespunhaints.com/bennington-triangle

https://lethbridgenewsnow.com/2023/10/12/the-bennington-disappearances-vermonts-very-own-bermuda-triangle/

https://www.vermonter.com/vermonts-bennington-triangle/#Historical_Accounts_of_Disappearances

https://listverse.com/2019/03/12/10-creepy-mysteries-of-the-bennington-triangle/

In this episode, we explore the tragic murder of Grace Millane, a British backpacker killed in New Zealand in December 2018. Grace met Jesse Kempson on Tinder, and after a night of drinking, she was found dead in his hotel room. We discuss the investigation, his disturbing actions afterward, and his eventual conviction for murder.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/109205584/Missing-backpacker-Grace-Millane-from-disappearance-to-murder-charge

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Grace_Millane

https://news.sky.com/story/grace-millane-what-happened-in-the-last-hours-of-british-backpackers-life-11866557

https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/21/asia/grace-millane-killer-named-intl-hnk/index.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rough_sex_murder_defense

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-55346213

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/case-grace-millane-rough-sex-defense/id1496024027?i=1000521700141

In this episode, we uncover the tragic story of Susan Woods, a Texas woman brutally murdered in 1987. It wasn’t until 2006 that an old acquaintance was arrested and confessed to her murder. We explore the chilling details of the case, the decades-long investigation, and the shocking truth behind Susan’s murder.

Sources:

https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-secrets-uncovered/crime-news/joseph-scott-hatley-killed-susan-woods-in-her-texas-home

https://abcnews.go.com/US/become-monster-convicted-killers-thoughts-grave/story?id=106291548

https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/susan-woods-stephenville-murder-hidden-killer/

https://www.deseret.com/entertainment/2024/1/19/24044235/20-20-susan-woods/

https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Man-sentenced-to-30-years-in-woman-s-1987-death-8640961.php

https://www.newser.com/story/336835/the-real-killer-signed-the-guest-book-at-her-funeral.html

In this episode, we delve into the tragic and baffling case of Faith Hedgepeth, a 19-year-old University of North Carolina student whose life was cut short in 2012. Faith was found brutally murdered in her off-campus apartment, and the case quickly became one of the most puzzling unsolved crimes in the area. With no immediate suspects, investigators were left with more questions than answers, from the cryptic note found at the scene to the lack of clear motives.

Sources:

1. https://abc11.com/post/faith-hedgepeth-case-additional-charges-filed-suspect-killing-unc-student/15545993/

2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOXY0LgH3yY

3. https://allthatsinteresting.com/faith-hedgepeth

4. https://www.wsoctv.com/news/local/court-documents-reveal-how-suspect-was-linked-faith-hedgepeths-2012-murder/K6JRLS7AQBFKPPSX7V76C5TPLM/

5. https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/faith-hedgepeth-killing-suspect-arrested-b1922142.html

6. https://www.unc.edu/posts/2021/09/16/update-on-the-faith-hedgepeth-investigation/

7. https://abc11.com/post/faith-hedgepeth-case-additional-charges-filed-suspect-killing-unc-student/15545993/

8. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Faith_Hedgepeth

In December 1963, Frank Sinatra Jr., the son of legendary crooner Frank Sinatra, was abducted in a shocking crime that captivated the nation. This episode, we dive into the twists and turns of one of Hollywood's most bizarre true crime cases.

Sources:

https://popculture.com/celebrity/news/john-stamos-reveals-death-of-barry-keenan-who-kidnapped-frank-sinatra-jr/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_Keenan

https://allthatsinteresting.com/frank-sinatra-jr

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/frank-sinatra-jr-endures-a-frightening-ordeal

https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/a37106130/frank-sinatra-jr-kidnapping-barry-keenan-true-story/

In the second episode talking about Gary Ridgway, we dive into the investigation into the Green River killings, how Ridgway got caught, and what he told police.

Sources:

1: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/26/us/green-river-killer-mystery.html

2: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/green-river-killer-today

3: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/green-river-killer-survivors

4: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Gary-Ridgway

5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTt9ASYpy_I

6: https://allthatsinteresting.com/gary-ridgway-green-river-killer

7: https://www.the-sun.com/news/6543751/green-river-killer-missing-girl-wendy-stephens/

Gary Ridgway, who is one of the most notorious serial killers in American history, was responsible for the murders of at least 49 women. In part one of this story we cover Ridgeway's early life and his crimes leading up to his twenty year killing spree.

Sources:

1: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/26/us/green-river-killer-mystery.html

2: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/green-river-killer-today

3: https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/green-river-killer-survivors

4: https://www.britannica.com/biography/Gary-Ridgway

5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTt9ASYpy_I

6: https://allthatsinteresting.com/gary-ridgway-green-river-killer

7: https://www.the-sun.com/news/6543751/green-river-killer-missing-girl-wendy-stephens/

On July 15, 1976, a school bus carrying 26 children and their driver was hijacked in the small town of Chowchilla, California. Join us as we recount the story of the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping, break down the events of that fateful day, and explore the psychological impact on the survivors.

Sources:

1: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/chowchilla-bus-kidnapping-jodi-heffington-survivor-lifelong-fight-to-keep-captors-behind-bars/

2: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/chowchilla-bus-kidnapping-survivor-never-before-seen-interview/

3: https://www.cnn.com/2023/12/02/us/chowchilla-kidnapping-escape-cnn-film/index.html

4: https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/chowchilla-bus-kidnapping-frederick-woods-rare-photos-from-one-of-the-largest-kidnappings-in-u-s-history/31/

5: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1976_Chowchilla_kidnapping