Sinisterhood
156 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2.9K ratingsDallas based comedians and friends, Christie Wallace and Heather McKinney, focus on a different true crime, cult, or creepy topic each week "and chat all things sinister in this funny and well-researched podcast." (Marie Claire, 2020)
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Episode 133: The Loveland Frogman
April 14, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourBulging, 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 - Save 10% off
Episode 132: Princess Diana - Part 3
April 07, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourFinally 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: SINISTER Charlottesweb.com - Promo Code: CREEPY
Episode 131: Princess Diana - Part 2
March 31, 2021 05:51 - 1 hourTheir 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.
Episode 130: Princess Diana - Part 1
March 24, 2021 05:15 - 1 hourA 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?
Episode 129: Jayna Murray - The Lululemon Murder
March 17, 2021 05:00 - 1 hourA 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?
Episode 128: The Survival Story of Susan Walters Kuhnhausen.
March 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourShe 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
Episode 127: The Buddhafield Cult
March 03, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourA 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 Sinisterhood
Episode 126: Baby Snowpocalypse Update 2K21
February 24, 2021 06:15 - 1 hourWhile 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
Announcement: Winter Storms
February 17, 2021 06:00 - 19 secondsHey 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.com/sinisterhood Support Sinisterhood
The #FreeBritney Movement: Part 2 (Re-release)
February 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourHey 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 of the public eye. This episode covers the beginning of the conservatorship, its legal intricacies, h...
The #FreeBritney Movement: Part 1 (Re-release)
February 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourHey 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 covers Britney's early years all the way through the actions that caused her dad to petition for a conse...
The Dyatlov Pass Incident (Re-release)
February 03, 2021 06:30 - 1 hourHey everyone, we’re still out on maternity leave. (You like how I said “we”??) This week we’re bringing you a classic episode that’s been making the headlines recently. National Geographic has reported that scientists using animation software from the movie Frozen have determined what really happens to the hikers of the Dyatlov pass incident. Did they finally prove that the KGB stalked the hikers and took them out? Or did they find evidence of a yeti? Aliens? Olaf? Not quite. They’re saying...
God's Salvation Church (Re-release)
January 27, 2021 06:15 - 51 minutesHey everyone, we’re taking this week off. We're re-releasing one of our favorite past episodes - Gods Salvation Church about a Dallas-based doomsday cult and it's rise and fall in one of our local suburbs. After checking out this throwback episode, you can head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our minisodes, mixed bags, and Wheel segments where we spin an actual game show wheel to determine what we're going to talk about! Thanks so much and keep it creepy! On the brink of the n...
The Lost Girls of Panama (Re-release)
January 20, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourHey everyone, we’re taking this week off. Since it's January 20, we're re-releasing episode 20 - the unsolved case of the Lost Girls of Panama. An episode that still keeps us up at night. After checking out this throwback episode, you can head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our monthly minisodes, mixed bags, and Wheel segments where we spin an actual game show wheel to determine what we're going to talk about! Thanks so much and keep it creepy! _Two friends. A world away from...
The Disappearance of Ben McDaniel (Re-release)
January 13, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourHey everyone, we’re taking this week off. Since it's January 13, we're re-releasing one of our absolute favorite episodes - the infamous episode 13. This episode covers the unexplained disappearance of cave diver Ben McDaniel and his family's search for answers. But, is that all it covers? It also includes one of the most infamous Sinisterhood stories of all time. After taking a walk down memory lane, you can head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our minisodes, mixed bags, and ...
Introducing 'Power: The Maxwells'
January 12, 2021 06:00 - 8 minutesEveryone’s heard of Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffery Epstein’s alleged partner in crime. But there’s a shadowy figure who hangs above her who you likely don’t know: her father, media tycoon Robert Maxwell. His rise from nothing, to his success as a businessman, to his fall from the deck of his super yacht under mysterious circumstances, is something straight out of a crime novel. And his favorite daughter Ghislaine’s theory?: her father was murdered. From Somethin’ Else, makers of ‘The Immaculate...
Episode 125: The Murder of Kat West
January 06, 2021 06:00 - 1 hourA suburban wife and mom turned to the internet to make a little cash with a side hustle. But when she ended up dead outside her home, the media swarmed and focused on her adult-themed business. To catch her killer, police looked no further than her own husband as the culprit. Was this a tragic accident as her husband claimed, or was the answer something more sinister? Support Sinisterhood
NYE 2020 Special: The Wheel
December 30, 2020 06:00 - 26 minutesHey everybody! This week we are bringing you one of our Wheel episodes. We recorded it just for you, but normally it is only available to our Patreon subscribers. We take your suggestions, add them to an actual game show wheel, and spin it to see what we are discussing that episode! We hope you enjoy this special episode. If you do, subscribe to our Patreon for weekly editions, including one that was just released yesterday. We also have tons of perks like monthly bonus minisodes, our Discord...
Episode 124: The Santa Claus Bank Robbery
December 23, 2020 06:00 - 1 hourYou better watch out, you better not cry, you better hold your hands up high because Santa has a gun and is robbing the place. In 1927, a Texas town was shaken up at Christmas when St. Nick and friends pulled a heist on the local bank. A manhunt ensued, and the local citizens ensured some form of justice was finally served, no matter the cost. Support Sinisterhood
Episode 123: The Disappearance of Brian Shaffer
December 16, 2020 06:15 - 1 hourA young med student with his life ahead of him vanished after a night out with friends. For over a decade, his family searched and held on to hope even without any real leads. Did he simply leave to start a new life? Did he die in an accident or by suicide? Or was something more sinister at play? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 122: Bigfoot
December 09, 2020 06:00 - 1 hourFootprints in the woods. Shaky film footage. Hundreds of reported encounters. This cryptid has roamed the forests of the Pacific Northwest for decades. Even with new evidence, scientific explanations, and reports from the FBI to the contrary, those who believe in his existence are absolutely convinced he is real. Does this beast truly walk among us, or is it just a tall and hairy tale? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 122: D.B. Cooper (Re-release)
December 02, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBHey 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 only unsolved American sky jacking case in history, D. B. Cooper. 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. We also added an all new segment, THE WHEEL, where we spin an actual game show wheel and discuss topics chosen by you. Thanks so much and keep...
D.B. Cooper (Re-release)
December 02, 2020 06:00 - 1 hourHey 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 only unsolved American sky jacking case in history, D. B. Cooper. 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. We also added an all new segment, THE WHEEL, where we spin an actual game show wheel and discuss topics chosen by you. Thanks so much and keep...
Episode 121: The Thanksgiving Day Murders
November 25, 2020 06:00 - 1 hourThanksgiving is a holiday for people to gather with family and friends. But for two men, it was the last day of their lives. After catching the perpetrators red handed, police were sure they had a guaranteed conviction. But loophole after loophole ensured the killers were acquitted. Finally, a federal judge found a loophole of his own and managed to put the criminals behind bars for something other than murder. Support Sinisterhood
Episode 121: Episode 121: The Thanksgiving Day Murders
November 25, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBThanksgiving is a holiday for people to gather with family and friends. But for two men, it was the last day of their lives. After catching the perpetrators red handed, police were sure they had a guaranteed conviction. But loophole after loophole ensured the killers were acquitted. Finally, a federal judge found a loophole of his own and managed to put the criminals behind bars for something other than murder.
Episode 120: The Sun Gym Gang Murders (Pain and Gain): Part 2
November 18, 2020 06:15 - 1 hourWith one victim on the run for his life, the men from the Sun Gym had their eye on new targets to fund their lifestyle. They found an extremely wealthy and generous man, his devoted and loving girlfriend, and their incredible yellow Lamborghini. But even with the best of plans, once again the gang made mistake after mistake, this time with deadly consequences. Support Sinisterhood
Episode 119: The Sun Gym Gang Murders (Pain & Gain): Part 1
November 11, 2020 06:00 - 1 hourWhen you visit Miami, you see extravagant cars, gorgeous beaches, and a dazzling nightlife. But this gang of Miami residents saw something else: targets for extortion, kidnapping, and even murder. Michael Bay may have directed a hit movie about the incidents, but this true story is even more sinister. Support Sinisterhood
Episode 119: QAnon (Re-release)
November 04, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBHey everyone, we’re taking the week off. We’ll be back next week with a brand new episode. Please enjoy this all-too-timely re-release, our episode on QAnon. You can also head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our all-new Wheel segment, and our latest minisode on Zozo the Ouija Board demon. Thanks so much and keep it creepy. The internet is home to a wide range of tales, fringe groups, and conspiracy theories. But one theory has become the centralized narrative to unite them all...
QAnon (Re-release)
November 04, 2020 06:00 - 1 hourHey everyone, we’re taking the week off. We’ll be back next week with a brand new episode. Please enjoy this all-too-timely re-release, our episode on QAnon. You can also head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our all-new Wheel segment, and our latest minisode on Zozo the Ouija Board demon. Thanks so much and keep it creepy. The internet is home to a wide range of tales, fringe groups, and conspiracy theories. But one theory has become the centralized narrative to unite them all...
Episode 118: The Union, Missouri Screaming House
October 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourA spacious home. A beautiful backyard. What more could a house-hunting father ask for? Then, after he and his children move in, things take a turn for the horrific. But the family wouldn’t be the last to be terrorized by this frightening abode. Support Sinisterhood
Episode 118: The Union, MIssouri Screaming House
October 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBA spacious home. A beautiful backyard. What more could a house-hunting father ask for? Then, after he and his children move in, things take a turn for the horrific. But the family wouldn’t be the last to be terrorized by this frightening abode.
Episode 117: The Bunny Man
October 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourSome people consider them good luck. Others, fluffy playthings who hide eggs and bring candy at Easter. But for the residents of this Virginia town, a white rabbit was not something from fairytales. Residents were attacked. Dark tales persisted. But was it all the result of a city’s collective imagination? Or was something more sinister at play? This week’s episode is The Bunny Man. Support Sinisterhood
Episode 116: Flordelis
October 14, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourA minister. A gospel singer. A member of parliament. This Brazilian political figure made a name for herself even before being elected. But some say that behind the scenes, her ministry was a means for profit and eventually murder. Was this politician a victim of her children’s actions or was she secretly the mastermind who plotted it all to take control? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 115: Love Has Won
October 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourIts website and Facebook streams lure in future members by preaching peace, love, and energy. But inside this tight-knit group, ex-members say they faced abuse and torture. Is their revered leader the one true Mother God bringing energy and peace to the world, or is she nothing more than a scam artist who’s found a new way to fund her lifestyle? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 114: The #FreeBritney Movement: Part 2
September 30, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourAs one of the biggest pop stars in the world, the paparazzi’s cameras were trained on her as she struggled to maintain control of her life. Then she wound up in one of the most restrictive arrangements under the law. Her family and legal team said it was necessary, but fans believed their beloved icon was begging for their help on her social media pages. Then the movement finally found some traction - but what happens next? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 113: The #FreeBritney Movement: Part 1
September 23, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourStarting with her pigtailed debut, she rocketed to stardom as one of the biggest pop stars of all time. At first, all her dreams seemed to be coming true. But behind the scenes, things weren’t going so well for this icon. A divorce. A custody battle. Stints in the hospital for mental health reasons then finally, her rights were stripped away via an allegedly temporary legal mechanism. A decade later, the conservatorship remains. How could a pop legend end up with her every move controlled? Su...
Episode 112: The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
September 16, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourThe gorgeous architecture and intricate stonework hide a century’s worth of abuse and horrors in this now-abandoned facility. At the height of its operation, the rooms and halls were filled with vulnerable and abused patients. Now closed, this asylum is supposedly occupied by otherworldly residents and has gained a reputation as one of the most haunted places in America. Support Sinisterhood
NXIVM Revisited (Re-release)
September 09, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourHey everyone! We're taking the week off, but we'll be back next week with an all new episode. We decided to re-release this episode since the new HBO docuseries "The Vow" has propelled this story back into the news. You can also head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our weekly mixed bags and monthly minisodes. Thanks so much & keep it creepy! Self-Help. Personal Growth. Life-improvement. Multi-level marketing schemes promise riches, better lives, and unimagined happiness. But b...
Episode 111: The Georgia Guidestones
September 02, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourImposing and majestic, these stone slabs were placed mysteriously on a mountain in 1980 by an anonymous group. The words inscribed on them seemed innocent at first. But some theorized that the words actually have an evil meaning. Was this monument truly just an innocent marker meant to help humanity or was it inspired by a much more sinister purpose? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 110: Lady Wonder, Psychic Horse
August 26, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourA horse is a horse, of course, but what if a horse could give you the answers to all of life's questions? One woman discovered her old black mare was something much more than met the eye and charged visitors for the privilege of consulting the beast. But were these customers getting the true answers they sought or just being taken for a ride? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 109: Rey Rivera: Part 3
August 19, 2020 05:15 - 1 hourAfter their frantic search concluded and the police seemed convinced of what had happened, Rey’s family was left to piece together the evidence and determine for themselves what killed their beloved family member. How did he access the roof? How could he have created that hole? And who was with him when it all came to an end? Support Sinisterhood
Introducing Smoke Screen: Fake Priest
August 13, 2020 04:00 - 9 minutesFather Ryan was a popular priest who spent the last thirty years traveling the Midwest swindling millions of dollars out of people where he used the money to enrich himself, spend away, and declare bankruptcy whenever outed for falsifying his identity. Despite this, only once did law enforcement officially charge Father Ryan with crimes related to his church. But even then, he managed to essentially win the case. He’s now free and working on his next con. Smoke Screen: Fake Priest from Neon...
Episode 108: Rey Rivera: Part 2
August 12, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourRey Rivera’s body had been found, but what led to his disappearance was still a mystery. His family looked everywhere for answers - from the cryptic note he left behind, to the strange phone call that caused him to leave home, and especially to his ties with his former employer. Does one theory explain how these led to his death? Or will his family ever find answers? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 107: Rey Rivera: Part 1
August 05, 2020 05:30 - 1 hourThey were a seemingly happy couple with a perfect life. But one phone call seemed to change everything. When their beloved husband, brother, and son goes missing, an entire community searches for him. But when he is finally found, they instead begin searching for clues. Was this a tragic case of an unanswered cry for help? Or was their missing loved one the victim of a game among power players for which he paid the ultimate price? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 106: The Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist
July 29, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourUnscrupulous thieves are willing to steal anything of value they can get their hands on, and the underground market for this sweet product is something beyond imagination. A simple breakfast table staple can net an enormous illegal profit. But the type of person willing to suck millions from a maple honeypot is also the type willing to do whatever it takes not to get caught. Support Sinisterhood
Jeffrey Epstein (Re-release)
July 22, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourHey everyone! We're taking the week off, but we'll be back next week with an all new episode. We decided to re-release this episode since it’s back in the news right now. You can also head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our weekly mixed bags and monthly minisodes. And this month’s minisode will be an Epstein update. Thanks so much & keep it creepy! An enormous mansion in New York. Another in Miami. Jets, employees, charities. His own private island. This mysterious billionai...
Episode 106: Jeffrey Epstein (Re-release)
July 22, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.1 MBHey everyone! We're taking the week off, but we'll be back next week with an all new episode. We decided to re-release this episode since it’s back in the news right now. You can also head over to our Patreon for some bonus content like our weekly mixed bags and monthly minisodes. And this month’s minisode will be an Epstein update. Thanks so much & keep it creepy! An enormous mansion in New York. Another in Miami. Jets, employees, charities. His own private island. This mysterious billionai...
Episode 105: Robert the Doll
July 15, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourA harmless gift, a simple doll in a boy’s sailor suit. But for one man, this doll was more than a plaything, it was a companion, a life long friend, and a force in his life. Is this creation, made of fabric and wool, nothing more than a misunderstood toy? Or has he earned his reputation through decades of chaos and destruction? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 104: The Mongolian Death Worm
July 08, 2020 05:00 - 52 minutesMany animals live across the vast expanse of the Gobi Desert, but locals and visitors alike are warned to avoid this dangerous beast. Though its odd appearance may make it seem innocuous, it’s actually poisonous, aggressive and some say even electric. Are the warnings about its danger nothing more than legends? Or is this slithering beast a true deadly threat? Support Sinisterhood
Episode 103: Brittany Murphy: Part 2
July 01, 2020 05:00 - 1 hourA beautiful actress was suddenly dead. Rumors swirled about what caused it. Was it drugs? Her diet? Or did she die at the hands of someone she trusted? Then suddenly – another death. Just months later, her husband died under suspiciously similar circumstances. Was this all an unfortunate coincidence, or was a single culprit to blame? Support Sinisterhood