Insomniacs: The Podcast
Just two girls talking (and sometimes laughing) about all things true crime, paranormal, and mysterious. We're here to present to you all of the creepy and scary stories that keep us up at night.
Episodes
62 episodes
60: The Ghosts of Whaley House
As we inch closer to Spooky Season, we're bringing you a chilling story that’s bound to send shivers down your spine! In this week’s episode, we dive into the eerie past of one of America’s most haunted houses—The Whaley House in San Diego, Cal...
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Season 2
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Episode 60
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59: Alcatraz
Alcatraz is a small island located in San Francisco Bay, California, about 1.25 miles offshore from San Francisco. It is best known for the federal prison that operated there from 1934 to 1963, housing some of the most notorious criminals in Am...
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Season 2
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Episode 59
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58: CIA Operations: Real or Conspiracy?
Welcome back from the summer break! For the second episode of season 2, we're diving into something we know you love: conspiracy theories. Inspired by some of our favorite episodes from Season 1, we’re tackling a new angle on a familiar theme: ...
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Season 2
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Episode 58
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57: Jack the Ripper
Jack the Ripper is the name given to an unidentified serial killer who was active in the Whitechapel district of London in 1888. The killer's identity has never been confirmed, and the mystery surrounding Jack the Ripper has made him one ...
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Season 2
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Episode 57
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Announcement: Insomniacs Turns One!
Hey all! We can NOT believe that it has been 1 full year since our first episode dropped. It’s been a year full of learning curves and so many laughs, and we cannot express how thankful we are to everyone who has joined us on this crazy journey...
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56: All the Scary Stories That Keep Us Up at Night
Three cheers to 1 year! We wanted to make this anniversary episode extra special by covering some of the scariest urban legends that keep us up at night! In this episode, we compiled several stories that we think you’ll be just as spooked by as...
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Episode 56
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55: America's Spookiest Bridges
After diving into alien encounters and true crime, we're switching gears for episode 55 to a more eerie yet easy-going theme. Today, we're delving into some of America's most haunted bridges. Instead of focusing on one haunted location, though,...
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Episode 55
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54: The Stanley Hotel
The Stanley Hotel is a historic hotel located in Estes Park, Colorado, USA. It was built by Freelan Oscar Stanley, an inventor and businessman, and opened on July 4, 1909. The hotel is notable for its stunning architecture, panoramic views of t...
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Episode 54
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53: The Mystery of DB Cooper
In this episode, we delve into a tale that's been on our list since the very beginning. As we approach our one-year anniversary, we bring you a mystery that has frustrated the FBA and fascinated the public for decades. Today, we're talking abou...
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52: Never Trust a Peterson or a Staircase
On December 9, 2001, Kathleen Peterson was found dead at the bottom of a staircase in her home in Durham, North Carolina. Her husband, Michael Peterson, called 911, reporting that she had fallen down the stairs. Michael Peterson, a noveli...
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Episode 52
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51: Heaven's Gate UFO Cult
In Episode 51 of Insomniacs: The Podcast, we delve into the chilling story of the Heaven's Gate cult and its tragic end. On March 26, 1997, Sheriff's Deputies responded to an anonymous welfare check at a mansion in Rancho Santa Fe, California. ...
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50: Mother Monster, Ruby Franke
Ruby Franke, a former YouTube personality known for her family channel "8 Passengers," was sentenced to prison on charges of child abuse. Franke, along with her business partner Jodi Hildebrandt, pled guilty to multiple counts of aggravated chi...
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49: Alien Abductions!
After delving into some heavy topics lately, from the mysteries of Aokigahara Forest to the enigmatic case of the Black Dahlia, it's time for a palate cleanser episode. Join us as we explore a lighter but no less intriguing subject: Alien Abduc...
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Episode 49
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48: The Stalker
This is the tale of an unhinged dating story that will keep you guessing at every turn and give you nightmares. In 2012, Dave Kroupa is a single, hard-working, dad just looking for companionship through popular dating apps when he matches with ...
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Episode 48
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47: The Black Dahlia
In episode 47, we delve into one of America's most infamous unsolved mysteries: the Black Dahlia murder. On a seemingly ordinary morning in 1947, Betty Bersinger stumbled upon a scene that would shock Los Angeles and haunt the nation for decade...
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46: Japan's Aokigahara Forest
Aokigahara Forest, also known as the Sea of Trees or Suicide Forest, is a dense woodland located at the northwest base of Mount Fuji in Japan. It's infamous for being a site where many people go to end their lives. The forest has a tragic reput...
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Episode 46
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45: The Soap Maker of Correggio
In this chilling episode, we delve into the twisted tale of Leonarda Cianciulli, better known as The Soap Maker of Correggio. Join us as we uncover the shocking details of her life and crimes that earned her this infamous title.Born in 1...
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44: Spontaneous Human Combustion
In this episode, Char describes a variety of true stories to Ashely about Spontaneous human combustion. Spontaneous human combustion (SHC) is a term used to describe instances where a human body supposedly catches fire and burns without an appa...
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Episode 44
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43: Annabelle the Doll- Haunted or Hoax?
On Donna's 28th birthday, her mother gave her a gift. A sweet looking Raggedy-Ann doll. Donna loved it and immediately took it home with her to the apartment she shared with friend and roommate, Angie. And that should have been the end of the s...
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Episode 43
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42. Dumb Ways to Die
On today's episode, we're going to take a different approach and talk about true stories about dumb ways people have died in history. Whether it's dying from eating too much black licorice candy, heating your lava lamp on your stove, accidental...
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Episode 42
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41: The Nuclear Meltdown at Three Mile Island
Imagine that you live in a small town in rural PA. You live in a little single-family home with your spouse and your kids. It’s a Wednesday morning. Maybe you’re getting ready for work or getting your kids kids ready for school. Everything is&n...
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Episode 41
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40: Slenderman
The Slenderman is a fictional supernatural character that originated as an internet meme created in 2009 in a chat forum. It was created by user Eric Knudsen, also known as "Victor Surge," as part of a Photoshop contest. Slenderman is depicted ...
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Episode 40
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39: The Curse of Dudleytown, CT
Dudleytown is a legendary and allegedly haunted ghost town located in Cornwall, Connecticut. The town's history dates back to the mid-18th century when it was settled by Thomas Griffis and his family, but the town is perhaps best known for the ...
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38: The Florida Killer Clown
In 1990 in Palm Beach County, Florida, Marlene Warren was shot at point-blank range, and killed at her home by a person dressed as a clown, who arrived at her doorstep carrying flowers and balloons. The clown calmly left the scene and drove off...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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37: Reincarnation & Past Life Memories
Join us this week as we explore the mysterious realm of past life memories. In this episode, we delve into the possibility of recalling events from a previous life, the origin and roots of the belief in reincarnation and the existence of past l...
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Episode 37
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