Episode 164: Meltdown at the Wax Museum
Thousands of square feet filled wall to wall with your favorite celebrities. While this may sound like a dream come true for some, when you notice none of them are moving - or even alive - it quickly turns into a nightmare. This palace on the highway is a fun destination for school kids and tourists, but don’t find yourself locked inside after hours. You may encounter something spooky or worse…...
2hr 1m Nov 24, 2021
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Episode 163: The Houston Batman
You hear the sounds of wings flapping against a clear night sky. In the trees, you spot something. Unlike any bird or creature you've ever seen before, the beast makes eye contact with you then jets off into the night. It's not a bird. It's not a plane. It's the Houston Batman. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Go to yarlap.com (https://www.yarlap.com/) and use promo ...
2hr 35m Nov 17, 2021
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Episode 162: The Church of the Subgenius
Two friends in Dallas joined up to make jokes together. They put their message out in the world and soon found themselves with followers around the world. What started as an elaborate series of increasingly bizarre beliefs made up by this pair soon turned into something more sinister. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Visit https://www.manscaped.com to get 20% off plu...
2hr 8m Nov 10, 2021
2hr 8m
Episode 161: The Devil's Bridge
Engineers study for years to gain the skills necessary to build impressive roadways. But what if, instead of school, they called on help from a much darker place? Was this architectural feat created by the hands of mere mortals? Or did Lucifer himself help craft an expanse that leads straight to hell? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -For listeners of the show, Calm i...
2hr 4m Nov 03, 2021
2hr 4m
Best of Patreon - 5
If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of October. In this peek, you'll hear a clip from our listener-submitted Am I The Asshole segment where we advise someone on her secret-spilling mom. Then you'll hear us tackle a Reddit Am I the Asshole where a fathe...
29m Nov 02, 2021
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Episode 160: Skinwalker Ranch
For centuries, this region was home to bright lights in the sky and treacherous monsters on the land and water. Soon, it became clear - nearly all of the out-of-this-world events centered around one family’s homestead. Once word spread, journalists, scientists, researchers, and billionaires descended on the place, hoping to capture hard evidence. Is what they found proof of visitors from anothe...
2hr 10m Oct 27, 2021
2hr 10m
Episode 159: The Stanley Hotel
One man set out for Colorado, looking for the healing power of the mountains where built himself a grand empire. A half a century later, with the enormous structure crumbling, an author on a mission happened upon the place and introduced it to his readers as one of the most haunted hotels in the country. Were the ghosts always there, waiting to show themselves to a willing visitor, or is this a...
1hr 56m Oct 20, 2021
1hr 56m
A Conversation With Ben and Ronnie from Watch What Crappens
We were so fortunate to sit down with Ben and Ronnie from the Bravo-tastic podcast Watch What Crappens! After we covered the crimes of Jen Shah, we wanted to get the insights of some Real Housewives experts - and nobody knows Bravo better than Ben & Ronnie. We also talk about who our favorite housewives are, updates on the Housewife and the Hustler Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi, and all our hot...
41m Oct 13, 2021
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Episode 158: The Crimes of Jen Shah
In Season 1 of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Jen Shah introduced herself to us as being “queen bee” and MVP, but by Season 2 of RHOSLC, the MVP was staring down a possible 30 years in the federal penitentiary. Though the only guilt she admits to is being "Shah-Mazing" the jury may hand down a much harsher conviction. Related: The Housewife and the Shah Shocker on Hulu: Dive into the bombs...
1hr 30m Oct 13, 2021
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Episode 157: Hannah Cranna, the Wicked Witch of Monroe County
High upon a hill lived an older woman whose power and influence terrified those around her. Anyone who dared cross her would find themselves burdened with bad fortune. Was she truly an all-powerful witch, or were the townspeople merely reaping what they sowed? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Listen to Against The Odds on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, or you can list...
59m Oct 06, 2021
59m
Best of Patreon - 4
If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of August. First, You'll hear a clip from our r/JustNoMIL segment about a wedding nightmare where a pushy mother-in-law spoiled the couple's wedding photos. Next, you'll hear a clip from our latest Minisode that cove...
29m Oct 01, 2021
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A Legal Explanation and Discussion on SB8
This is a special bonus episode we're releasing at the request of our Patreon subscribers. We normally do "true crime headlines" as part of our weekly bonus content, but when we covered the new Texas abortion ban SB8, our Patreons asked if we could make it public so they could share. Seeing as we live in Texas, we have received a lot of questions lately about SB8. In this segment, we discuss t...
56m Sep 30, 2021
56m
Episode 156: Polybius
At the height of the video game craze in the early 80s, this arcade machine was said to take from its players a lot more than quarters. Kids who spent time in front of its screen allegedly suffered headaches, nightmares, amnesia, or worse. Soon men in black suits whisked the cabinets away, leaving behind nothing but a legend. Was this a case of the government using mass media to control the min...
1hr 35m Sep 29, 2021
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Episode 155: The Haunted History of Kells Irish Pub
Most bars serve up delicious spirits. But the type of spirit this one has on the menu is of the ghastly kind. An unscrupulous undertaker. A dastardly doctor. And decades' worth of restless souls. That presence you feel next to you at the bar may be from an overly friendly patron, or it could be someone chatting you up from the other side. Please consider supporting the companies that support u...
1hr 20m Sep 22, 2021
1hr 20m
Episode 154: Randonautica
Your deepest desires. Your biggest questions. For centuries people have turned to religion and ritual to find meaning in life. Then right before the pandemic, a new method emerged, promising a random way to answer specific questions. Is it truly providing direction or just taking its users for a ride? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Right now, Sinisterhood listeners...
1hr 29m Sep 15, 2021
1hr 29m
Best of Patreon - 3
Hey, y'all! If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on! This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of August. You'll hear a ruling from Judge Christie on a physical altercation at the happiest place on Earth, our advice to a listener on wedding planning for an absentee-future-sister-in-law, our guesses...
31m Sep 13, 2021
31m
Episode 153: The Murdaugh Family Murders - Part 3
Questions surround Alex Murdaugh's shooting and resignation. Please consider supporting the companies that support us!  -Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code SINISTER to get $20 off, with a minimum purchase of $100  -Visit oliveandjune.com/CREEPY and use code CREEPY for 20% off your first Mani System! This is an exclusive offer you can ONLY get here! -Get key nutrients–without the B.S. Vi...
1hr 37m Sep 08, 2021
1hr 37m
Episode 152: The Murdaugh Family Murders - Part 2
With a string of deadly incidents in their wake, members of the powerful Murdaugh family suddenly found themselves searching for justice. Two brutal slayings, a rain-soaked crime scene, and several possible motives. Authorities are only releasing new information in tiny increments causing speculation to run rampant. With the solicitor in charge finally recusing himself due to conflicts, does th...
1hr 34m Sep 01, 2021
1hr 34m
Episode 151: The Murdaugh Family Murders - Part 1
For generations, the Murdaugh family wielded control over the justice system of South Carolina’s low country. Over the past six years, five people with ties to the legendary Murdaugh family have been killed. Is this just coincidence in a tight knit community, or is there a more sinister explanation? This week’s episode is The Murdaugh Family Murders - Part 1. Check out updates on the Murdaugh ...
1hr 37m Aug 25, 2021
1hr 37m
Episode 150: Havana Syndrome
We're going on tour! We'll be heading to seven cities throughout September and October. Tickets go on sale to the public on Thursday, August 19, but Patreon Subscribers can get tickets now. Head to sinisterhood.com/liveshows to check out where we're headed, dates, times, and COVID protocols for each venue. And head to Patreon.com/Sinisterhood to get your early access to tickets and your exclusi...
1hr 16m Aug 18, 2021
1hr 16m
Episode 149: The Wrongful Conviction of Clemente Aguirre-Jarquin
A young man with his whole life ahead of him set his sights on sunny Florida in order to escape life-threatening gang violence in his hometown. But when he arrived, he found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. After a hasty trial, he was convicted of double murder and faced a death sentence. Would DNA and multiple confessions from another suspect be enough to set him free? If you wou...
1hr 23m Aug 11, 2021
1hr 23m
Best of Patreon - 2
Hey everyone! If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of July. You'll hear clips about a man's possibly illegal yogurt collection, our advice to a listener about overcoming past trauma, a ruling from Judge Christie on a man's loss of his ridiculously huge ...
25m Aug 05, 2021
25m
Robert The Doll (Re-release)
Hey everyone, we’re taking the week off. We’ll be back next week with a brand new episode. This week, we're re-releasing our episode on the mischievous haunted doll, Robert, and all his antics. In the meantime, you can head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our minisodes, including a recent update on the #FreeBritney movement and a Reddit relationship_advice segment that had both...
1hr Aug 04, 2021
1hr
Episode 148: Gwen Shamblin Lara and the Weigh Down Diet - Part 2
CW: This episode contains discussions of weight loss methods and diet culture as well as brief mentions of child abuse. Listener discretion is advised. It’s one thing to start your own church, but this fervent leader created an intense group that slowly took over its members’ lives - allegedly controlling who they married, how much they weighed, and even what psychiatric medication they were a...
1hr 24m Jul 28, 2021
1hr 24m
Episode 147: Gwen Shamblin Lara and the Weigh Down Diet - Part 1
CW: This episode contains discussions of weight loss methods and diet culture as well as brief mentions of child abuse. Listener discretion is advised. A self-described dumb blonde with a genuine heart for God, this registered dietician combined her love of the Lord with her professional training to craft her lightning rod hit weight loss program. But what started as a health venture morphed i...
1hr 38m Jul 21, 2021
1hr 38m
Episode 146: El Chupacabra
Under the cover of darkness, an unknown monster stalked its prey in Puerto Rico and throughout south Texas, leaving farm animals and house pets completely drained of their blood via two vampire-like puncture wounds in their necks. Witnesses reported sightings of a grotesque creature, sparking rumors that the true culprit was something much more sinister than any predator they had ever seen befo...
1hr 11m Jul 14, 2021
1hr 11m
Episode 145: Tom and Erika Girardi, The Hustler and the Housewife - Part 2
She's an enigma wrapped in a riddle and cash - that has been allegedly taken from the pockets of the victims of tragedy. With her husband and his firm under investigation, and his so-called house of cards collapsing, the realest of housewives dropped an election day bombshell - she was filing for divorce. But was it due to years of mistreatment as she said? Or, was it really a sham meant to kee...
1hr 37m Jul 07, 2021
1hr 37m
Best of Patreon - 1
Hey, y'all! If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite moments in recent weeks. You'll hear clips from our minisode on the unbelievable McDonald's Strip Search Scam, our advice to a listener whose boyfriend led a double life in our "Dear Sinister" segment, the chilling details of a ...
29m Jul 02, 2021
29m
Episode 144: Tom and Erika Girardi, The Hustler and the Housewife - Part 1
Plane crashes. Gas explosions. Poisoned waters. People facing the worst moments of their lives all turned to one man who promised to solve their problems. Then they watched as his lavish lifestyle with his wife played out on their TVs every week without knowing that the money paying for it all belonged to them. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Go to prose.com/CREEPY ...
1hr 43m Jun 30, 2021
1hr 43m
Episode 143: The Mysterious Death of Ellen Greenberg
CW: This episode includes extensive discussion on suicide and domestic violence A vibrant young woman was found by her fiancé, stabbed to death inside their shared apartment. Police arrived, found she suffered twenty stab wounds to her front and back, and quickly determined her cause of death was… suicide? The Medical Examiner first disagreed and called it a homicide, but caved to pressure and...
1hr 52m Jun 23, 2021
1hr 52m
Episode 142: The Murder of Zona Heaster, the Greenbrier Ghost
This week we were thrilled to be joined by Christine and Em of And That's Why We Drink to discuss a true crime that also involves the paranormal - something for both of them, and for everyone else! Be sure to also check out our appearance on their show that will come out next Sunday, June 20th, wherever you listen to your podcasts! A young woman was unexpectedly found dead, and her mother susp...
1hr 9m Jun 16, 2021
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Episode 141: Bentinho Massaro, Instagram Guru
Like, follow, share, subscribe. Social media has become a way for us to connect with friends, keep up with the news, and more recently, get sucked into possibly harmful spiritual groups. One so-called Instagram guru has founded his community online - touting his ability to control the weather, his connection with aliens, and his status as an actual God. Is he inviting followers to an enlightene...
1hr 27m Jun 09, 2021
1hr 27m
Episode 140: The Denver Airport Conspiracy
Thousands of people pass through its gates every day, but only a small fringe group sees this structure for what it really is. Disturbing imagery and secret underground tunnels all set up by the ominously named New World Commission. Is this gateway to the Mile High City just guilty of bizarre art choices, or is it hiding the headquarters to the world’s most powerful secret society?
1hr 29m Jun 02, 2021
1hr 29m
Episode 139: The Alaska Triangle
With a land area of over six hundred 63,000 square miles, this gorgeous state seated at the highest point on the map attracts over two million visitors per year. But, sadly, not all travelers make it back home. Do they go missing due to the country’s harsh terrain and extreme weather? Or do they vanish because of something more sinister?
1hr 16m May 26, 2021
1hr 16m
Episode 138: Disappearance of Kristin Smart - Part 3
Years passed and the Smart family was no closer to finding answers for what happened to their daughter on May 25, 1996. Once civilians and private detectives stepped in, the family saw some progress. It wasn't until a new sheriff was elected that moves were made. What eventually brought the case close to an end was a breakout podcast that shed new light on the details and unearthed new clues, f...
1hr 28m May 19, 2021
1hr 28m
Episode 137: Disappearance of Kristin Smart - Part 2
With their daughter missing, her devastated parents relied on law enforcement to conduct a thorough investigation. To their dismay, the case was passed between departments and delayed long enough for key evidence to be lost. Despite sufficient evidence for officers to identify a suspect, they needed his cooperation to close the case. All the suspect was willing to do was plead the fifth. Decade...
1hr 38m May 12, 2021
1hr 38m
Episode 136: Disappearance of Kristin Smart - Part 1
Four students leaving a party. A dark street. A short walk back to campus. But for one college freshman, the person trusted to walk her home seems to be the reason she was never seen again. For decades, the case lingered, the investigation changed hands, and it wasn’t until a renewed media scrutiny that arrests were made. Did authorities have their suspect from day 1?
1hr 5m May 05, 2021
1hr 5m
Episode 135: The Murder of Kitty Genovese - Part 2
A horrific murder ripped through a Queens neighborhood and the killer was finally caught. After a failed defense, the murderer was sentenced to death, but that was not the end for him or for Kitty’s story. The case would go down in history, but did the newspapers and textbooks get the facts right? This story’s legacy was more than what was initially reported.
1hr 22m Apr 28, 2021
1hr 22m
Episode 134: The Murder of Kitty Genovese - Part 1
For 50 years, psychology textbooks used the tragic story of a murdered young woman to teach students about the devastating impact of inaction by neighbors. The magic number - 38 - was chosen by the media as the number of careless onlookers who heard the woman’s demise in real-time and did nothing. But the true story of what happened that night teaches us that even when there are bystanders, the...
1hr 3m Apr 21, 2021
1hr 3m
Episode 133: Loveland Frogman
Bulging, glowing eyes in the dark. A leathery green face. A silhouette standing four feet tall wielding a wand. What sounds like the stuff of fairytales is real life for several citizens of southwestern Ohio. Did they really find themselves face to face with an amphibious monster, or was this nothing more than frog-wash? Support Sinisterhood Sponsors: Betterhelp.com/sinister - Sinisterhood i...
1hr 3m Apr 14, 2021
1hr 3m
Episode 132: Princess Diana - Part 3
Finally free from her 15-year marriage to the heir to the British throne, the Princess of Wales was single and ready to focus on her true passions: raising her beloved sons and continuing her incredible humanitarian efforts. But the relentless press could not be held at bay, and a summer trip to France would seal Diana’s fate. Support Sinisterhood Sponsors: Athenaclub.com - Promo Code: SINIS...
1hr 20m Apr 07, 2021
1hr 20m
Episode 131: Princess Diana - Part 2
Their fairytale wedding was an international event, but behind the scenes, the royal couple was anything but joyful. The Princess of Wales struggled to fit into her new role and found no support from her husband or his family. Even two beautiful children couldn’t save the doomed union. Especially when the marriage had an unwelcome third participant.
1hr 26m Mar 31, 2021
1hr 26m
Episode 130: Princess Diana - Part 1
A proper Lady, just nineteen years old. A 32-year-old prince who would be king. Their paths crossed and their destiny seemed set. Brought together in a fairytale wedding watched by millions around the world - was this storybook romance all it was cracked up to be?
1hr 15m Mar 24, 2021
1hr 15m
Episode 129: Jayna Murray - The Lululemon Murder
A vibrant young woman on the verge of graduation. A horrific crime scene and seemingly random attack. Her co-worker survived to tell the police what happened, but did it all happen the way she claimed? Or was this other victim actually responsible for the horrible deed?
1hr 28m Mar 17, 2021
1hr 28m
Episode 128: The Survival Story of Susan Walters Kuhnhausen
She had a job she loved, a lust for life, and was on her way to newfound freedom. But then she came home from work and found herself faced with a man hellbent on taking her life. Was this some random attacker or was the motive something more sinister? Support Sinisterhood (https://www.patreon.com/sinisterhood?fan_landing=true)
1hr 9m Mar 10, 2021
1hr 9m
Episode 127: The Buddhafield Cult
A charismatic leader with a Zen philosophy and a fitness model physique. A crowd of eager young disciples looking for a direct path to God. On the outside, this group had all the features of a Shangri-La society but on the inside, it became mandatory to worship the leader and submit to his every whim. Was this the blue print for a perfect society or really just an abusive cult? Support Siniste...
1hr 12m Mar 03, 2021
1hr 12m
Episode 126: Baby Snowpocalypse Update 2K21
While we've been on break, there have been several updates on cases we have covered. Before we launch our all new episodes for you in March, we wanted to bring you this update episode to cover all the new developments since we've been away. Support Sinisterhood (https://www.patreon.com/sinisterhood?fan_landing=true)
1hr 21m Feb 24, 2021
1hr 21m
Announcement: Winter Storms
Hey y'all ! We are trying our best to get online and bring you some creepy content, but historic storms in the Dallas area have made that impossible. We’ll be back as soon as we can. We hope everyone impacted by the storm is safe and warm. We miss you all and can’t wait to come back soon. Thanks for listening and keep it creepy. Head over to our Patreon for bonus content: https://www.patreon.c...
19s Feb 17, 2021
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The #FreeBritney Movement: Part 1 (Re-release)
Hey everyone, we’re still out on maternity leave. This week we’re bringing you a double feature re-release of our coverage on the #FreeBritney movement. Britney is still under the conservatorship and the control of her dad. The New York Times released the documentary "Framing Britney Spears" which featured video footage spanning the many years of this restrictive arrangement. This episode cov...
1hr 22m Feb 10, 2021
1hr 22m
The #FreeBritney Movement: Part 2 (Re-release)
Hey everyone, we’re still out on maternity leave. This week we’re bringing you a double feature re-release of our coverage on the #FreeBritney movement. If you haven't already, check out part 1 of our coverage. You can also watch The New York Times new documentary, "Framing Britney Spears" which shows the unfair and invasive media coverage Britney received as she struggled under the scrutiny o...
1hr 53m Feb 10, 2021
1hr 53m