Most people grew up listening to stories that have been shared and passed on from generation to next as a means of entertainment, education, cultural preservation and instilling moral values. The podcasts listed in the catalog cover stories from every genre, real and sci-fi, for all ages, which be followed while you commute, walk in the park, climb a mountain, even without Internet connection. Some of the podcasts analyse popular myths and their cultural influence and origin. Other podcasts delve into the paranormal world, attempting to explore the unexplained as well as discussing about UFO encounters. Furthermore, you can find many audio books, bed-time stories for children, ranging from retelling of fairy tales to telling classic stories. Some hosts invite people from all walks of life to share their true, life stories. Others analyse the latest news in literature, from every genre, often accompanied by established and emerging authors.
The world’s most controversial events, and the complex beliefs behind them. From Bigfoot sightings to bitcoin takeovers, alien landings to assassinations, who’s shaping the narrative — and why? Conspiracy Theories is a Spotify Podcast. New episodes Wednesdays.
The award-winning podcast (also a TV show & book series) about dark historical tales. Each episode explores the mysterious creatures, tragic events, and unusual places that fill the pages of history. Because sometimes the truth is more frightening than fiction.
Utilizes narrative storytelling, archival audio, and immersive soundscapes to explore true stories of white-collar criminals, con artists, and corporate evil. From corruption and fraud to Ponzi schemes and environmental disasters, these financially motivated crimes have shaped our world in unimaginable ways. All in the name of greed. Become a ValuedListener™ at ValuedListener.com
From creator Jon Grilz, a collection of the most famous and disturbing creepypastas and urban legends in the world. Listener discretion is advised. Story requests can be made on Instagram @creepypod or via email at info@creepypod.com
It’s a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Morbid is a true crime, creepy history and all things spooky podcast hosted by an autopsy technician and a hairstylist. Join us for a heavy dose of research with a dash of comedy thrown in for flavor.
NPR's home for audio documentaries brings untold stories to light through deeply reported narrative series. We go to hidden corners of the headlines to explore what's been sealed off, undisclosed, or overlooked – and the people at the heart of those stories. Support in-depth storytelling that matters by subscribing to Embedded+ and unlock early access to new episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/embedded
Historical True Crime — assassins, gangsters, mobsters and lawmen; manhunts, scandals and unexplained phenomena. Stories of the wildest and darkest chapters of America's past.
Most mysteries can be solved by looking at the facts. But sometimes, the truth lies somewhere in the unknown… Enter the realm of true crime’s most bizarre occurrences, and unravel all the possible explanations. No matter how strange or surreal they get.
Get a rare glimpse into the minds and methods of sadistic murderers. From notorious names like Jeffrey Dahmer and John Wayne Gacy to lesser-known killers like “Death House Landlady” Dorothea Puente, what turns a regular person into a predator? Serial Killers is a Spotify Original. New episodes Mondays.
Ordinary people who do unthinkable things...The Minds of Madness is a True Crime Podcast that examines the most disturbing criminal minds and the impact violent crimes have on survivors of homicide.
Fact is scarier than fiction. Subscribe to Casefile Premium to receive ad-free episodes released one week early, along with access to bonus Q&A’s, our exclusive show ‘Behind the Files’, and more.
Explore the dark side of the world’s most beautiful places with investigative journalist and park enthusiast Delia D’Ambra. Each week, Delia guides you deep into national parks and forests across the globe, uncovering stories where nature’s breathtaking beauty has masked sinister secrets. From infamous cases that made headlines to little-known crimes that still need answers, Delia’s relentless pursuit of the truth takes her through archives and remote landscapes to reveal the hidden darkness ...
Criminal is the first of its kind. A show about people who’ve done wrong, been wronged, or gotten caught somewhere in the middle. Hosted by Phoebe Judge. Named a Best Podcast of 2023 by the New York Times. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
What is it like to face death and make it out alive? Based on the groundbreaking A&E television series, I Survived documents harrowing stories of human endurance. In their own words, survivors recall how they overcame unbelievable circumstances that changed their lives forever.
RedHanded the podcast jumps head first into all manner of macabre madness. We cover everything from big time serial killers (and those you may never have heard of), to hauntings, possessions, disturbing mysteries, bizarre whodunits and basically anything that tickles our creepy fancy. So, join us, plug in, sit back and prepare for scares.
A murder case has many layers: the victim, the crime, and the investigation. To truly understand it, you need to dissect each piece of a tragic puzzle. Join Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi and Scott Weinberger every Tuesday for an insider’s perspective, as they reveal to you the Anatomy of Murder.
Rotten but still a little sweet! Rotten Mango is a true crime + all things spooky podcast. We love doing deep dives into the darkest crimes and we tend to not leave out any details - which can get a little rotten at times. If you want deep dives in the psychology of killers, no holding back storytelling of crimes, and stories of lesser known criminals from around the world this is the place for you.
From UFOs to psychic powers and government cover-ups, history is riddled with unexplained events. You can turn back now or learn the Stuff They Don't Want You To Know ... an audio podcast from iHeartRadio.
Daphne Woolsoncroft and Heath Merryman discuss haunting details of different disappearance and murder cases week by week. New episodes released every Tuesday and Friday.
American Hysteria explores how fantastical thinking has shaped our culture – moral panics, urban legends, hoaxes, crazes, fringe beliefs, and national misunderstandings. Poet-turned-podcaster Chelsey Weber-Smith tells the strangest stories from American history and examines the forces that create the reality we share, and sometimes, the reality we don't.
TALKING FEDS is a roundtable discussion that brings together prominent former government officials, journalists, and special guests for a dynamic and in-depth analysis of the most pressing questions in law and politics.
Voices for Justice is a true crime podcast hosted by Sarah Turney, sister of missing teen, Alissa Turney. Every episode ends with a call to action. Don't just listen to their stories, be a voice for them.
Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Gibson guide you through the most interesting true crime stories. This is a true crime podcast that spares none of the details and delves into what makes these killers tick. Join us for a good mix of lesser known cases as well as our take on what we call the "Big Timers". We don't take ourselves too seriously but we take true crime very seriously.
Criminology is a true crime podcast that takes a deep dive into some of the most famous cases in the annals of crime. Hosts Mike Ferguson and Mike Morford will give you every details of these infamous crimes. New episodes come out every Saturday night at 10 PM.
Join Jim Clemente (former FBI profiler), Laura Richards (criminal behavioral analyst, former New Scotland Yard) and Lisa Zambetti (Casting director for CBS' Criminal Minds) as they profile behavior from real criminal cases.
The NoSleep Podcast is a multi-award winning anthology series of original horror stories, with rich atmospheric music to enhance the frightening tales.
Discover real-life horror stories, from bizarre crimes to paranormal activity. These true stories are set inside the fictional world of Radio Rental, an 80’s video rental store run by an eccentric shopkeeper, Terry Carnation (Rainn Wilson). This imaginative, cult classic-inspired horror brand blurs the lines of reality, with cutting-edge documentary storytelling and a splash of comedy. From the mind of Payne Lindsey, this is Radio Rental.
Moms and Mysteries is a true crime podcast hosted by Mandy and Melissa, two friends who deep dive into a new case each week. Conversational in tone and heavy on the levity, you’ll enjoy their original takes on both the well-known, and those lesser heard of true crime stories.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
A detective comedy drama || Even Greater London, 1887. In this vast metropolis, Inspector Archibald Fleet and journalist Clara Entwhistle investigate a murder, only to find themselves at the centre of a conspiracy of impossible proportions.
In order to tell the story of a crime, you have to turn back time. Every season, Investigative journalist Delia D'Ambra digs deep into a mind-bending mystery with the hopes of reigniting interest in a decades old homicide case.
Explore the far reaches of the world’s horrors in the audio drama podcast The White Vault. Follow the collected records of a repair team sent to Outpost Fristed in the vast white wastes of Svalbard and unravel what lies waiting in the ice below. This Fool and Scholar production is intended for mature audiences.
Maybe you’ve laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is Heavyweight. Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine. From Spotify Studios.
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FBI investigator and Dive team leader Robert Chacon joins Kathy and Jim as they continue the story of Father of the Year, A man whose elaborate plot to start a new life involved a kayaking incident. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
Andrea Canning and Blayne Alexander sit down to talk about Andrea’s episode, “Deadly Dance.” In 2020, former ballerina Ashley Benefield claimed she acted in self-defense after fatally shooting her husband, Doug Benefield. But to investigators, the crime scene pointed to one thing – murder. Andrea and Blayne discuss how the name Black Swan became as…
A tragedy unfolds on Christmas Eve, 1945 in a small town in West Virginia. The Sodder family – 2 parents and 9 children – go to bed after a happy celebration. But during the night, a series of unexplained events occur. The events culminate in a raging fire that burns the family’s house to the ground. It appears as though five children were lost dur…
City Confidential explores crimes that have impacted cities and towns across America. The iconic, noir-style series goes beyond the headlines to showcase the emotional and unexpected stories that catapulted unique communities, both large and small, into the public eye. Each episode tells the story of one crime, the ensuing investigation, and the ri…
In 1984, Boris Weisfeiler went on a backpacking trip in Chile and never returned. Chilean investigators insist he drowned, but his family and the U.S. Embassy don’t buy it. It takes decades for the truth to emerge, one bit of evidence at a time. With each new piece of the puzzle, a more and more outlandish picture emerges. Conspiracy Theories is on…
Harry speaks with Constitutional scholar and Supreme Court expert Steve Vladeck about the seeds of a fundamental crisis in American political life. The Supreme Court rebuffed Trump at least some in his first term. But now Trump is a lame duck and a lawless cynic, and it’s not hard to envision as ignoring even a mandate from the Supreme Court. Moreo…
In 1982, in Titusville, Florida, construction worker Steve Vandejagt happened across a skull amid the muck and debris of the job site. And this was only the beginning of the mystery. Steve had accidentally uncovered one of the oldest gravesites in the United States, proof of an ancient, mysterious culture that existed more than 7,000 years ago. Joi…
Narrator: Nadine Brown 🇬🇧 Writer: Jo Steer ✍️ Sound design: seaside town ambience, distant waves ⚓️ 🌊 Includes mentions of: Food, Nostalgia, Autumn, History, Alcohol, Beverages, Dancing, Friendship, Travel, Literature & Literary History, Music. Welcome back, sleepyheads. In tonight's bonus episode, we'll join Lena as she dances away the evening on …
Dubbed the ‘Black Swan’ case, a former ballerina falls in love with a man 30 years her senior, but when their love story spirals out of control one of them winds up dead. Andrea Canning reports.By NBC News
In the Ambush Museum in Gibson, Louisiana, hangs a copy of a poem written by a woman named Blanche Barrow, and it reads: "Across the fields of yesterday / She sometimes calls to me / A little girl just back from play / the girl I used to be / And yet she smiles so wistfully / once she has crept within I wonder if she hopes to see / the woman I migh…
The murder of a young mom in her home goes cold, leaving her family wanting answers. An unexpected visitor to a local precinct decades later would open the doors needed for her family to finally learn the truth. For episode information and photos, please visit: anatomyofmurder.com/the-secret Can’t get enough AoM? Find us on social media! Instagram:…
When a Minnesota state park employee is brutally attacked on the job, her murderer is an elusive thorn in law enforcement’s side. Troves of forensic evidence left at the crime scene just needed technology to finally catch up with a killer. View source material and photos for this episode at: parkpredators.com/the-employee Park Predators is an audio…
What if the biggest threat to your privacy wasn’t some hacker in a hoodie—but a spy trained to infiltrate your life? Former FBI operative Eric O’Neill, the man who took down spy Robert Hanssen, explains how digital spies target us, offering along the way real-world tips to protect ourselves in a world where everyone’s a potential target. Learn more…
This week, we are discussing the story of Todd Stermer, who was tragically killed in a fire under circumstances that initially seemed accidental but soon raised unsettling questions. Was it a tragic accident, or was something more sinister at play? Thank you to this week’s sponsors! Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted s…
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In this week's strange news segment: In the wake of the recent US Presidential Election, Russian President Putin's aide Nikolai Patrushev releases a bizarre statement about "obligations." A misprint on merchandise for the film adaptation of Wicked takes some consumers to adult content. The US FDA announced a proposal to remove oral phenylephrine fr…
Narrator: Thomas Jones 🇬🇧 Writer: Jo Steer ✍️ Sound design: mountains ambience, birds 🏔️🐦 Includes mentions of: Food, Bodies of Water, Spring, Walking, History, Architecture, Travel, Wine, Beverages. Welcome back, sleepyheads. Thank you for being here with us, once again, as we celebrate a landmark occasion for the show. 🥳 It's been exactly 5 years…
In this episode, Payton and Garrett explore the chilling case of Matthew Trussler. When his girlfriend discovers his lifeless body outside and calls the police, a frantic investigation begins to uncover the truth. As detectives question Matthew’s girlfriend, a confession turns the case in an unexpected direction. NEW MERCH LINK: https://mwmhshop.co…
An excellent roundtable of commentators—Heather Cox Richardson, Bill Kristol, and Mara Liasson—explains why based on the early evidence, Trump 2.0 poses grave risks to the rule of law & the national security. He has advanced a series of gonzo nominations for key administration positions that as much as dare the Senate to cross him. And he is making…
The pursuit of justice can be impacted by the smallest detail. "American Justice" from A&E explores recent compelling criminal cases, from those that made national headlines to gripping lesser-known cases, through the prism of our justice system. Driven by first-hand perspectives of loved ones, survivors, investigators, prosecutors, defense attorne…
This episode will give some context for our upcoming episode about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, its unbelievable chaotic origins and its totally out of control early days. Excerpts will be included from our War on Christmas Special, Haunted Attractions, Early Drag Queens pt. 1, and Toy Riots. Get tickets for A MASSIVE SEANCE Live Show with Y…
On April 25, 2004, Broadmoor Hospital inmate Peter Bryan attacked a killed fellow inmate Richard Loudwell, a man awaiting sentencing for the murder of an eighty-two-year-old woman. The fact that the murder occurred in England’s most famous and supposedly secure psychiatric hospital was shocking, but more shocking was that this was Bryan’s third mur…
John, a city attorney, is embroiled in an ongoing dispute with a disgruntled contractor who was fired. When the contractor shows up to a city council meeting armed, John is forced to fight for his life. Kevin is one of three men transporting a catamaran from France to the US when a massive storm in the North Atlantic capsizes the vessel. Helena is …
Three decades. Eleven states. Over 600 bodies. Across the United States, college-aged men have ended up dead in rivers, lakes, and ponds. The deaths have been ruled accidental drownings, but a team of retired detectives believes a small, smiley-face shaped clue points to something more nefarious: a gang of serial killers. To help dissect the Smiley…
Folklore is often grown in the fertile soil of doubt and a lack of control. And within one specific national pastime, those elements have allowed some wild and unusual stories to take root and grow. Narrated and produced by Aaron Mahnke, with writing by GennaRose Nethercott, research by Sam Alberty, and music by Chad Lawson. ————————— Lore Resource…
Family; friends and foe - a richer mix than ever for Clara Page, Aldrich Kemp and the Themis Gang as they embark on a global race against time. CAST: Clara Page - Phoebe FoxAldrich Kemp – Ferdinand KingsleyMrs Boone – Nicola WalkerNakesha Kemp – Karla CromeSebastian Harcourt - Kyle SollerAunt Lily – Susan JamesonForsaken McTeague & The Underwood Si…
Someone is going to die at the luxury 5 star resort… it’s going to happen. It happened in Hawaii. The hotel manager was stabbed by a wealthy hotel guest. Then in Italy. A wealthy woman was killed by her husband for her inheritance. And now - someone is going to die at the Four Season Resort in Thailand. At least in the show White Lotus. Season 3 wi…
Scarlett Jenkinson was a troubled teen who transferred schools due to a serious incident involving another student. At her new school, she met Brianna Ghey, a lonely girl who needed a friend. The relationship turned deadly. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Scarlett Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe. Scarlett became obsessed with Brianna and spent we…
Written by: Squidmanescape *** Story link: https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Nothing_Helps Content is available under CC BY-SA *** The Shadow Man *** Written by: Rhyan Pike and Narrated by: Cole Burkhardt *** Content Warning: Gun Violence *** Coulrophilia Written by: Tom Johnstone and Narrated by: Jimmy Ferrer *** Content warning: Clown *** My ho…
During the New Zealand winter of 1995, a happy couple walked into a local retailer in the city of Christchurch. After browsing the aisles, they found a brand new high chair and made a small down payment to place it on layaway. It would still be some months before they needed it, as the woman had just discovered she was pregnant a few days prior. Wi…
Grab a beer and join us tonight for another installment of Missing 411! Everything starts somewhere. It has a foundation, a base. Every story has its origin. Today, we go back to the beginning, back to where it all started. Because to know our future is to understand our past. After four parts, it's time to start all over again. This is Missing 411…
We had the pleasure of sitting down with N.K. Jemisin to talk about the structures and processes that helped create The Fifth Season. We talk about outlines, multiple plotlines, and planets as characters. Jemisin lets us into her writing process—ranging from the influence of poetry in her work to her process of writing “test chapters.” She also giv…
We're lost in time as Season 22 approaches. Get locked in with Sleepless Decompositions Vol. 18. "Waiting Room" written by Johnathon Heart (Story starts around 00:04:05) Produced by: Jeff Clement TRIGGER WARNING! Cast: Narrator - Xalavier Nelson Jr., You - Jeff Clement, Young Man - Kyle Akers, Robotic Voice 1 - Jessica McEvoy, Robotic Voice 2 - Att…
Gary Farris was a very successful commercial real estate attorney in the metro Atlanta area. By 2018, he had been married to his wife Melody for thirty-eight years, and the couple had four adult children. They seemed like the perfect couple with the perfect family. But when Gary was found dead secrets began to be revealed. Join Mike and Morf as the…
There's a serial killer on the loose in Byron Bay... allegedly. People are starting to connect the dots between multiple cases of women going missing or being murdered in the Byron and New South Wales coastal areas, including women with their own first-hand encounters. So how likely is it all these cases and run ins are linked? And what's the under…
Jonathan Creswell is told to follow the ambulance, but instead he turns for home. The inside story of a crime that rocked Northern Ireland’s equestrian community. When a promising showjumper Katie Simpson is found hanged at her Lettershadoney home – all is not as it seems. This is a podcast that exposes what can happen behind the stable doors and r…
Horse trainer Jonathan Creswell is able to break and control animals that others just can’t. His partner’s sister Katie Simpson, has a bright equestrian career ahead of her. The inside story of a crime that rocked Northern Ireland’s equestrian community. This is a story that exposes what can happen behind the stable doors and raises questions about…
June 1989, a family in West Belfast claim they are being tormented by a violent presence that seems hellbent on driving them from their home. Reggie connects the pieces of the paranormal puzzle that he has gathered along the way - what does he think really happened in 1989? Written and presented by Reggie Chamberlain-KingProduced by Conor McKayEdit…
In June 1989, a family in West Belfast claimed they were being tormented by a violent presence that seemed hellbent on driving them from their home – what really happened?Reggie wonders why stories like the 'Beechmount Poltergeist' and tales of ghosts, ouija boards and devil worshipping were so common in West Belfast in the 1970s and 80s. He’s long…
*** Content warnings: Self-harm *** When 60-year-old Mark Staudte of Springfield, Missouri, fell ill in early April of 2012, he suspected he just had a bad case of the flu. But the situation quickly turned critical, and Mark was soon found dead in his bed. A medical examiner concluded Mark had died from “natural causes”. Yet, when other members of …
On Thanksgiving, 2018, a 29-year-old woman went missing in Colorado after last being spotted in a grocery store with her daughter. When investigators found traces of blood at her abandoned townhome, a sinister plot was uncovered that involved poisoned coffee, numerous road trips, and a baseball bat. This is the story of Kelsey Berreth. Learn more a…
A notorious serial killer terrorized a South African community for over a year. Uncover the dark history of Cape Flats and the haunting legacy that led to the 'Jesus Killer.' Sponsors: rocketmoney.com/CASUAL - cancel your unwanted subscriptions today quince.com/CASUAL - for free shipping and 365 day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m…
On paper, Andreen and her husband Andre McDonald lived a life most Americans would envy - a self-made millionaire power couple, the McDonalds regularly contributed to philanthropic causes in their native community, as well as in their San Antonio community. On March 1st, 2019, Andreen McDonald was reported missing. In tonight's exploration, Ben, Ma…
Grab a beer and join us tonight for another installment of Necro Overtime! This time we'll be the recent UAP/UFO hearing, and the report that was filed detailing the alleged program Immaculate Constellation. Jellyfish Video: https://www.foxnews.com/video/6344775279112 Full Immaculate Constellation report: https://mace.house.gov/sites/evo-subsites/m…
In 1993, Gary Settle was sentenced to 177 years in prison. Twenty-six years into his sentence, he started helping other inmates get out of prison through something called compassionate release - a policy that allows people in prison to petition to be let out for “extraordinary and compelling” reasons. You can learn more about Gary Settle in Anna Al…
Delia learns how both sides approached the August 2004 trial of Rayshawn Banner and Nathaniel Cauthen, and how Jessicah Black remembers preparing to testify as the star witness. The boys' false confession arguments flounder despite law enforcement's methods being less than sound. For even more time with CounterClock, follow us on social media. Inst…
Delia speaks with the people who were questioned and arrested for the murder of Mr. Jones. A clear understanding of what led authorities to six teenagers comes into view, but several nagging questions linger. For even more time with CounterClock, follow us on social media. Instagram: @counterclockpodcast | @audiochuck Twitter: @CounterClockPod | @a…
Delia explores two crucial eyewitness sightings on Moravia Street during the timeframe Mr. Jones was attacked. Her investigation digs deeper into allegations against someone close to the victim and a series of suspicious phone calls made to a local cab company directing someone to 905 Moravia Street just before Mr. Jones was discovered. For even mo…
On today's tapes... >> The Mug << "Well, a boy's best friend is his mother." >> Searching for an Apartment << All the flags were red, but not everyone was paying attention... Want more Radio Rental? For early access and ad-free listening, subscribe to Tenderfoot+ at https://tenderfoot.tv/plus/. Follow the show at @radiorental Visit the website at r…
In 2011, the Ammons family moved into a new home in Gary, Indiana – but it wasn’t exactly vacant when they arrived. It was said to be haunted by hundreds of spirits that led to wild paranormal phenomena – like levitation, poltergeist activity and demonic possession. And it wasn’t just the Ammons who witnessed this activity first hand – nurses, doct…