Anxious and Afraid The Pod
161 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 99 ratingsA podcast hosted by Abby and Shawna, two gals from the Pacific Northwest who love to talk about true crime, the paranormal, conspiracies, and everything in-between. Listen in as the girls switch off each week, telling each other a story that makes them feel especially anxious and afraid.
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Baby Bonus Episode With An Uninvited Guest (Sociopath vs. Psychopath)
May 05, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBIt's our first bonus episode!While the crew is taking a little break they couldn't help but create a little bonus content for their listeners in these crazy times.In this week's episode, Abby does her best to explain what it means to be a sociopath or a...
Behind Door Number Two, It's A Psychic (Murder of Sherry Eyerly)
April 28, 2020 08:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBThe crew is back this week with a spine chilling Oregon true crime case. This week, Abby tells Shawna about the abduction and murder of Sherry Eyerly, an 18 year old Dominos pizza delivery driver who was living in Salem, Oregon. Eyerly was called out for a delivery order on the Fourth of July, 1982 and was never seen again. Tune in to hear all the crazy twists and turns including a dramatic vision from a Dallas psychic and a surprise serial killer you've probably never heard of.
Episode 28: Behind Door Number Two, It's A Psychic (Murder of Sherry Eyerly)
April 28, 2020 08:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBThe crew is back this week with a spine chilling Oregon true crime case. This week, Abby tells Shawna about the abduction and murder of Sherry Eyerly, an 18 year old Dominos pizza delivery driver who was living in Salem, Oregon. Eyerly was called out for a delivery order on the Fourth of July, 1982 and was never seen again. Tune in to hear all the crazy twists and turns including a dramatic vision from a Dallas psychic and a surprise serial killer you've probably never heard of.
Is Your Red Flag Waving Yet? (Disappearance of Kyron Horman)
April 21, 2020 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThe gang is back this week with a baffling true crime case. Listen in as Shawna details the disappearance of Kyron Horman, a 7 year old boy living in Portland, Oregon who mysteriously vanished from his elementary school June 4th, 2010. The result would be Oregon's largest search party effort in their history and yet they yielded no new clues. Suspicions would land on Kyron's step-mother after the investigation but as the ten year mark approaches, the case is still open and ongoing. Anyone wi...
Is Your Red Flag Waiving Yet? (Disappearance of Kyron Horman)
April 21, 2020 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThe gang is back this week with a baffling true crime case. Listen in as Shawna details the disappearance of Kyron Horman, a 7 year old boy living in Portland, Oregon who mysteriously vanished from his elementary school June 4th, 2010. The result would be Oregon's largest search party effort in their history which would unfortunately, yield no new clues. Suspicions would land on Kyron's step-mother as the investigation intensified but as the ten year mark approaches, the case is still open a...
Episode 27: Is Your Red Flag Waving Yet? (Disappearance of Kyron Horman)
April 21, 2020 08:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBThe gang is back this week with a baffling true crime case. Listen in as Shawna details the disappearance of Kyron Horman, a 7 year old boy living in Portland, Oregon who mysteriously vanished from his elementary school June 4th, 2010. The result would be Oregon's largest search party effort in their history and yet they yielded no new clues. Suspicions would land on Kyron's step-mother after the investigation but as the ten year mark approaches, the case is still open and ongoing. Anyone wi...
Episode 26: You Slapped A Legit Priest! (The Exorcist Part II)
April 14, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBThe crew is back this week for part II of The Exorcist mini series! In the conclusion, Abby will be discussing the novel The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty and the following enormously successful movie which was directed by Billy Friedkin. The 1973 film which starred Linda Blair, Elle Burstyn, Jason Miller, and Max Von Sydow would come to be known as one of the most terrifying and highest grossing horror movies of all time. In this episode, we will be detailing some of the alarming and spo...
You Slapped A Legit Priest! (The Exorcist Part II)
April 14, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBThe crew is back this week for part II of The Exorcist mini series! In the conclusion, Abby will be discussing the novel The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty and the following enormously successful movie which was directed by Billy Friedkin. The 1973 film which starred Linda Blair, Elle Burstyn, Jason Miller, and Max Von Sydow would come to be known as one of the most terrifying and highest grossing horror movies of all time. In this episode, we will be detailing some of the alarming and spo...
Episode 25: Carpe Diem, Demon (The Exorcist Part I)
April 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThe crew is back this week with a very creepy two-parter! In part one, Abby tells the gang all about the exorcism of Ronnie Hunkeler, (AKA Roland Doe, Robbie Mannheim) who was the inspiration for the best selling book and movie, The Exorcist. Ronnie was a normal kid living in Maryland in the 1940's when he was met with strange paranormal events in his family's home. Things soon turned from bad to worse when Ronnie becomes the target of the malevolent force, his body seemingly taken over by ...
Carpe Diem, Demon (The Exorcist Part I)
April 07, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThe crew is back this week with a very creepy two-parter! In part one, Abby tells the gang all about the exorcism of Ronnie Hunkeler, (AKA Roland Doe, Robbie Mannheim) who was the inspiration for the best selling book and movie, The Exorcist. Ronnie was a normal kid living in Maryland in the 1940's when he was met with strange paranormal events in his family's home. Things soon turned from bad to worse when Ronnie becomes the target of the malevolent force, his body seemingly taken over by ...
Episode 24: Sorry if There's Aliens (Alien Abduction of Barney and Betty Hill)
March 31, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJoin the crew this week as they record remotely from their own homes due to the corona virus restrictions (sorry for the decrease in audio quality!). This week Shawna will be covering the very first heavily publicized alien abduction story which follows Barney and Betty Hill, a married couple from New Hampshire who claimed to have been abducted in 1961. Tune in as Shawna and Abby take a deep dive into the murky world of extraterrestrials, abductions, and recovered memories.
Sorry if There's Aliens (Alien Abduction of Barney and Betty Hill)
March 31, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBJoin the crew this week as they record remotely from their own homes due to the corona virus restrictions (sorry for the decrease in audio quality!). This week Shawna will be covering the very first heavily publicized alien abduction story which follows Barney and Betty Hill, a married couple from New Hampshire who claimed to have been abducted in 1961. Tune in as Shawna and Abby take a deep dive into the murky world of extraterrestrials, abductions, and recovered memories.
A Very Special Guest Host Episode (The Dyatlov Pass Incident)
March 24, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThis week Shawna and Abby are handing off the hosting duties to their special guest and long-time friend, Ryan! Listen in as Ryan details the horrifying and mysterious events of the Dyatlov Pass incident, a hiking expedition gone horribly wrong for 9 Russian hikers in the Ural Mountains. What really happened to the hikers? Government conspiracy? Aliens? Yeti? You decide.
Episode 23: A Very Special Guest Host Episode (The Dyatlov Pass Incident)
March 24, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThis week Shawna and Abby are handing off the hosting duties to their special guest and long-time friend, Ryan! Listen in as Ryan details the horrifying and mysterious events of the Dyatlov Pass incident, a hiking expedition gone horribly wrong for 9 Russian hikers in the Ural Mountains. What really happened to the hikers? Government conspiracy? Aliens? Yeti? You decide.
Episode 22: Stop Leaking Your Energy Everywhere (Enfield Poltergeist)
March 10, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBIn this weeks episode, it's Abby's turn to tell the crew about the anxiety inducing tale of the Enfield Poltergeist. Listen in as she details the extraordinary yet terrifying haunting which plagued the Hodgson family in the late 1970's in a quiet London suburb. This episode is full of flying Legos, airborne furniture, barking children and so much more! You won't want to miss this one, folks.
Stop Leaking Your Energy Everywhere (Enfield Poltergeist)
March 10, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBIn this weeks episode, it's Abby's turn to tell the crew about the anxiety inducing tale of the Enfield Poltergeist. Listen in as she details the extraordinary yet terrifying haunting which plagued the Hodgson family in the late 1970's in a quiet London suburb. This episode is full of flying Legos, airborne furniture, barking children and so much more! You won't want to miss this one, folks.
Wrapped in a Nice Psychopath Bow (The Amityville House)
March 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBJoin the crew this week as they gather 'round to hear Shawna tell the tale of one of the most famous Ed and Lorraine Warren paranormal cases. Shawna will be detailing the gruesome murders of the DeFeo family that took place in the house and the incredible and terrifying accounts from the Lutz family and the legendary hauntings of the Amityville house that followed.
Episode 21: Wrapped in a Nice Psychopath Bow (The Amityville House)
March 03, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 47 MBJoin the crew this week as they gather 'round to hear Shawna tell the tale of one of the most famous Ed and Lorraine Warren paranormal cases. Shawna will be detailing the gruesome murders of the DeFeo family that took place in the house and the incredible and terrifying accounts from the Lutz family and the legendary hauntings of the Amityville house that followed.
No Takesies Backsies (Donner Party Part II)
February 25, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBJoin the crew this week for the brutal conclusion of the two-part series on the Donner Party. Listen in as Abby details the harrowing events which would lead to the deaths of 47 people who became trapped in the Sierra Nevada on their way to California in 1846. This episode will have you questioning just how far you would go to save yourself and the lives of your family. And be sure to listen all the way to the end for a much needed fun surprise!
Episode 20: No Takesies Backsies (Donner Party Part II)
February 25, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBJoin the crew this week for the brutal conclusion of the two-part series on the Donner Party. Listen in as Abby details the harrowing events which would lead to the deaths of 47 people who became trapped in the Sierra Nevada on their way to California in 1846. This episode will have you questioning just how far you would go to save yourself and the lives of your family. And be sure to listen all the way to the end for a much needed fun surprise!
Spider Pills and Strong Water (Donner Party Part I)
February 18, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBThe gang is back this week with a deep dive into the harrowing story of the Donner party, a group of immigrants traveling by wagons hoping to find their destiny in California. Listen in as Abby details the trying events leading up to the infamous horror and carnage the pioneers would experience in the Sierra Nevada as they try to make their way to California. Part one of this two-part series will give you a newfound appreciation for modern medicine and Google Maps, so saddle up because we're ...
Episode 19: Spider Pills and Strong Water (Donner Party Part I)
February 18, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBThe gang is back this week with a deep dive into the harrowing story of the Donner party, a group of immigrants traveling by wagons hoping to find their destiny in California. Listen in as Abby details the trying events leading up to the infamous horror and carnage the pioneers would experience in the Sierra Nevada as they try to make their way to California. Part one of this two-part series will give you a newfound appreciation for modern medicine and Google Maps, so saddle up because we're ...
A Very Special Guest Host Episode (The JFK Assassination Part II)
January 28, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBJoin the crew for the conclusion of our JFK Assassination episodes featuring Jason Milstead as our guest presenter!
Episode 18: A Very Special Guest Host Episode (The JFK Assassination Part II)
January 28, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBJoin the crew for the conclusion of our JFK Assassination episodes featuring Jason Milstead as our guest presenter!
Episode 17: A Very Special Guest Host Episode (The JFK Assassination Part I)
January 21, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBJoin the crew this week as they hand over the hosting reins to special guest and friend of the podcast, Jason Milstead! Jason will be regaling us with the famous mountain-of-a-conspiracy that is the JFK assassination. Because this topic is such a beast to cover, Jason will be joining us for two episodes! What a guy! So tune in and listen as we try to answer the much contested question of who really killed JFK and why.
A Very Special Guest Host Episode (The JFK Assassination Part I)
January 21, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBJoin the crew this week as they hand over the hosting reins to special guest and friend of the podcast, Jason Milstead! Jason will be regaling us with the famous mountain-of-a-conspiracy that is the JFK assassination. Because this topic is such a beast to cover, Jason will be joining us for two episodes! What a guy! So tune in and listen as we try to answer the much contested question of who really killed JFK and why.
Episode 16: The Secret Bang Room and Rubbish Pancakes (Marilyn Monroe Conspiracies Part II)
January 14, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBWelcome back to part two of the Marilyn Monroe conspiracies! In today's episode, Shawna will be discussing the events leading up to the tragic death of Marilyn and the people who may have played a role in her demise. Tune in to hear the crew discuss the possible theories behind why and how Marilyn died in a story full of celebrities, politicians, and somehow, communists
The Secret Bang Room and Rubbish Pancakes (Marilyn Monroe Conspiracies Part II)
January 14, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBWelcome back to part two of the Marilyn Monroe conspiracies! In today's episode, Shawna will be discussing the events leading up to the tragic death of Marilyn and the people who may have played a role in her demise. Tune in to hear the crew discuss the possible theories behind why and how Marilyn died in a story full of celebrities, politicians, and somehow, communists
Movin n' Shakin, Makin Deals (Marilyn Monroe Conspiracies Part I)
January 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBThe crew is back after the holidays with their first ever two-part series! Listen in as Shawna tackles the story of Marilyn Monroe; the Hollywood legend with a heartbreaking life and mysterious death. In part one, Shawna will be detailing the childhood of Norma Jean Baker and her transformation into the glamorous icon we all know today as well as the hard decisions it took to become Marilyn. Additionally, Abby uses the Creative Cursing book and Michael tries (and fails) to pick a coherent s...
Episode 15: Movin n' Shakin, Makin Deals (Marilyn Monroe Conspiracies Part I)
January 07, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBThe crew is back after the holidays with their first ever two-part series! Listen in as Shawna tackles the story of Marilyn Monroe; the Hollywood legend with a heartbreaking life and mysterious death. In part one, Shawna will be detailing the childhood of Norma Jean Baker and her transformation into the glamorous icon we all know today as well as the hard decisions it took to become Marilyn. Additionally, Abby uses the Creative Cursing book and Michael tries (and fails) to pick a coherent s...
Little Listens, Volume 2
December 24, 2019 09:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBJoin the crew this week as they read real life true crime and paranormal stories submitted by our amazing listeners!
Episode 14: Fruit Wrinkles and an Alcoholic Potato (Murder of Judith Barsi)
December 17, 2019 09:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBIt's Abby's turn this week to share a true crime story with the gang. Listen in as she details the horrible murder of Judith Barsi, a young child actress known for her voice acting in A Land Before Time and All Dogs go to Heaven. Come and get nostalgic with the crew as they discuss the decades of their childhoods and try to figure out what the heck Fruit Wrinkles are.
Fruit Wrinkles and an Alcoholic Potato (Murder of Judith Barsi)
December 17, 2019 09:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBIt's Abby's turn this week to share a true crime story with the gang. Listen in as she details the horrible murder of Judith Barsi, a young child actress known for her voice acting in A Land Before Time and All Dogs go to Heaven. Come and get nostalgic with the crew as they discuss the decades of their childhoods and try to figure out what the heck Fruit Wrinkles are.
It's a Weird D (The Deaths and Hauntings of Disneyland)
December 10, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBJoin the ladies this week for an episode all about the happiest place on earth: Disneyland! It's Shawna's turn to tell the crew about the darker side of Disney as she gives accounts of the deaths and hauntings that have taken place at the famous park. Be sure to tune in and buckle up for a wild ride down the dark and spooky side of Disney.
Episode 13: It's a Weird D (The Deaths and Hauntings of Disneyland)
December 10, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBJoin the ladies this week for an episode all about the happiest place on earth: Disneyland! It's Shawna's turn to tell the crew about the darker side of Disney as she gives accounts of the deaths and hauntings that have taken place at the famous park. Be sure to tune in and buckle up for a wild ride down the dark and spooky side of Disney.
Episode 12: I'll Be Watching You (Mothman)
December 03, 2019 09:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBTune in this week for Abby's spine chilling tale of the crew's very first cryptid, Mothman! You won't want to miss out on this one as the girls dig in to the sightings of Mothman and all of the intriguing theories surrounding his existence. Is he a man? Is he a moth? and what do aliens have to do with it? Tune in to this weeks episode to find out.
I'll Be Watching You (Mothman)
December 03, 2019 09:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBTune in this week for Abby's spine chilling tale of the crew's very first cryptid, Mothman! You won't want to miss out on this one as the girls dig in to the sightings of Mothman and all of the intriguing theories surrounding his existence. Is he a man? Is he a moth? and what do aliens have to do with it? Tune in to this weeks episode to find out.
Such a Punchable Face (Christian Longo, Murderer)
November 26, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBThis week it's Shawna's turn to tell a story and she chose the captivating and depraved true crime story of a murderer named Christian Longo. Listen in as Shawna tells the crew all about Christian's escalating behaviors that would lead him and his young family to our native state of Oregon and end in horrific murder. This week we were joined by our very first guest, our longtime friend Ryan! Be sure to listen all the way to the end if you don't want to miss out on Michael's mood lightener at...
Episode 11: Such a Punchable Face (Christian Longo, Murderer)
November 26, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBThis week it's Shawna's turn to tell a story and she chose the captivating and depraved true crime story of a murderer named Christian Longo. Listen in as Shawna tells the crew all about Christian's escalating behaviors that would lead him and his young family to our native state of Oregon and end in horrific murder. This week we were joined by our very first guest, our longtime friend Ryan! Be sure to listen all the way to the end if you don't want to miss out on Michael's mood lightener at...
Episode 10: Classic Randy and Small D*ck Energy (The Siege of Ruby Ridge)
November 19, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBJoin the crew this week for Anxious and Afraid's 10th episode! To mark the occasion, Abby picks the mind-blowing case of the Siege of Ruby Ridge. Listen in as the crew discusses Randy Weaver and his family, how they came to be embroiled in a violent 11 day stand-off with the Federal government, and the conspiracies surrounding the tragic event. Our first double digies episode is a crazy one you won't want to miss!
Classic Randy and Small D*ck Energy (The Siege of Ruby Ridge)
November 19, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBJoin the crew this week for Anxious and Afraid's 10th episode! To mark the occasion, Abby picks the mind-blowing case of the Siege of Ruby Ridge. Listen in as the crew discusses Randy Weaver and his family, how they came to be embroiled in a violent 11 day stand-off with the Federal government, and the conspiracies surrounding the tragic event. Our first double digies episode is a crazy one you won't want to miss!
Episode 9: It's a Big A** Airplane Abby! (Missing Malaysian Airlines Flight MH 370)
November 12, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn this weeks episode, Shawna tells us all about the mysterious disappearance of the Malaysian Airlines flight 370. Join the girls as they discuss all the possible theories of how such a large and impressive plane could have vanished without a trace. Learn the crew's sky-trucker names and find out how Shawna pronounced the word "colleagues." Fasten your seat belts and find your exit buddy because it's going to be a wild ride!
It's a Big A** Plane Abby! (Missing Malaysian Airlines Flight MH 370)
November 12, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn this weeks episode, Shawna tells us all about the mysterious disappearance of the Malaysian Airlines flight 370. Join the girls as they discuss all the possible theories of how such a large and impressive plane could have vanished without a trace. Learn the crew's sky-trucker names and find out how Shawna pronounced the word "colleagues." Fasten your seat belts and find your exit buddy because it's going to be a wild ride! Credits: Wikipedia.com CNN.com theguardian.com Youtube.com foxn...
It's a Big A** Airplane Abby! (Missing Malaysian Airlines Flight MH 370)
November 12, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBIn this weeks episode, Shawna tells us all about the mysterious disappearance of the Malaysian Airlines flight 370. Join the girls as they discuss all the possible theories of how such a large and impressive plane could have vanished without a trace. Learn the crew's sky-trucker names and find out how Shawna pronounced the word "colleagues." Fasten your seat belts and find your exit buddy because it's going to be a wild ride!
Little Listens, Volume 1
October 29, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBJoin the crew this week for their first ever listener episode! Tune in as Shawna and Abby take turns reading true stories sent in by their awesome listeners. This week we have a couple gruesome and terrifying true crime stories, a few creepy ghosts, and a harrowing natural disaster! It's a bunch of crazy stories in a small amount of time. It's Little Listens!
That's A Classic Ghost (Haunting of Heceta Lighthouse)
October 22, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBJoin the girls this week as they get into the Halloween spirit with a chilling ghost story. On today's episode, it's Abby's turn to tell Shawna an anxiety inducing tale of the haunting of Heceta Lighthouse. Located in Florence, Oregon is the picturesque Heceta lighthouse which holds a few mysteries and a resident ghost who is sure to give you the chills. Learn about the history of the lighthouse and get seriously creeped out as the crew details first hand accounts of the ghostly activity wi...
Episode 8: That's A Classic Ghost (Haunting of Heceta Lighthouse)
October 22, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBJoin the girls this week as they get into the Halloween spirit with a chilling ghost story. On today's episode, it's Abby's turn to tell Shawna an anxiety inducing tale of the haunting of Heceta Lighthouse. Located in Florence, Oregon is the picturesque Heceta lighthouse which holds a few mysteries and a resident ghost who is sure to give you the chills. Learn about the history of the lighthouse and get seriously creeped out as the crew details first hand accounts of the ghostly activity wi...
Hella Cheeto Money (Murder of Phil Hartman)
October 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBIn this weeks episode, Shawna tells us the story of Phil Hartman who is best known for his work on Saturday Night Live. Listen in as Shawna tells the tale of Phil's humble beginning, his rise to fame and his tragic ending. Join the girls for this gripping story of money, fame, and lots of cocaine.
Episode 7: Hella Cheeto Money (Murder of Phil Hartman)
October 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBIn this weeks episode, Shawna tells us the story of Phil Hartman who is best known for his work on Saturday Night Live. Listen in as Shawna tells the tale of Phil's humble beginning, his rise to fame and his tragic ending. Join the girls for this gripping story of money, fame, and lots of cocaine.
A Suitcase Full of SpaghettiOs? (Murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack)
October 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBIn this week's episode, join the crew of Anxious and Afraid as Abby tells Shawna all about the harrowing murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack, a wealthy mother and widow who was struck down while vacationing with her daughter, Heather Mack in Bali. Strap in for a roller coaster of emotions as the girls go through the details of this dramatic and complicated case.