Episodes

  • Alien Stories
    Nov 19 2024

    Love alien stories? So do we! Join The Ghosty Girls as we chat about some alien abduction stories, and share some creepy tales from our own experiences. You do NOT want to miss this fun episode, Earthlings!

    Today's Sources Include:

    The Manhattan Alien Abduction - Netflix

    Linda Napolitano: The Alien Abduction Case of the Century - YouTube

    How Betty and Barney Hill's Alien Abduction Story Defined the Genre - Linda Lacina
    https://www.history.com/news/first-alien-abduction-account-barney-betty-hill

    A Honeymoon Hijacked by Aliens - Alien Abduction: Betty & Barney Hill - YouTube

    Close Encounter: When Betty and Barney Hill's Alien Abduction Story Shocked the World - Shannon Leigh O'Neill
    https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/649683/betty-and-barney-hill-alien-abduction

    Remembering Zimbabwe's Great Alien Invasion - Sean Christie
    https://mg.co.za/article/2014-09-04-remembering-zimbabwes-great-alien-invasion/

    The Ariel School Phenomenon, When Dozens of Schoolchildren in Zimbabwe Claimed They Met Aliens - Austin Harvey
    https://allthatsinteresting.com/ariel-school-phenomenon

    The Ariel School Phenomenon: What Really Happened When 68 Children Witnessed a UFO?
    https://www.iflscience.com/the-ariel-school-phenomenon-what-really-happened-when-68-children-witnessed-a-ufo-63873

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    51 mins
  • The Murder of Lindsey Bonistall
    Nov 12 2024

    On Sunday, May 1st, 2005 around 2:45 am, Aetna Hose and Ladder firefighters responded to calls reporting smoke at 81 Thorn Lane, located at The Towne Court Apartments in Newark, Delaware. There, they found the bound and strangled body of University of Delaware college student, Lindsey Bonistall in a bathtub.

    Join us to discuss Lindsey's tragic and senseless murder as well as the aftermath of the monster who murdered her.

    Today's sources include:

    Murderpedia: James Cooke
    https://murderpedia.org/male.C/c/cooke-james.htm

    Ten years later, remembering Lindsey Bonistall - Jia Din and Cait Simpson
    https://udreview.com/ten-years-later-remembering-lindsey-bonistall/

    Bite-Sized Crime - Episode 082: Lindsey Bonistall
    http://www.bitesizedcrimepod.com/episodes/episode-082-lindsey-bonistall/

    PEACE OUTside Campus - The Lindsey M. Bonistall Foundation
    http://www.peaceoutsidecampus.org

    Defendant in 2005 rape and murder of UD student takes witness stand
    https://whyy.org/articles/defendant-in-2005-rape-and-murder-of-ud-student-takes-witness-stand/

    Jury Convicts James Cooke of Murder of Lindsey Bonistall
    https://news.delaware.gov/2012/04/13/jury-convicts-james-cooke-of-murder-of-lindsey-bonistall-2/

    Bonistall family: 'Here we are again' - Sean O'Sullivan
    https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/crime/2014/05/07/bonistall-family/8821881/

    Del. Supreme Court Nixes Ex-Death Row Inmate's Appeal in College Killing
    https://www.wboc.com/archive/del-supreme-court-nixes-ex-death-row-inmates-appeal-in-college-killing/article_405683ca-6255-5546-ae2b-9baf996d8815.html

    Twice-Sentenced-to-Death College Student Killer, Rapist Appeals Again
    https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/cooke-bonistall-death-row-appeal/2112263/

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    33 mins
  • The Menendez Brothers
    Nov 5 2024

    On the night of Sunday, August 20, 1989, Jose Menendez, a powerful music executive and his wife Kitty were found shot to death in their Beverly Hills mansion. Their two sons, Lyle and Erik, were ultimately convicted of their murders and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. But was this an act of cold blooded murder, or were the boys justified in their actions? Today we deep dive into the true story of the Menendez brothers to try to make sense of what REALLY happened and more importantly, why it happened.

    Todays sources include:

    Crime Scene Photos: Inside the Grisly Double Murder of Lyle and Erik Menendez’s Parents - Tod Betzold
    https://radaronline.com/p/menendez-crime-scene-gallery/#

    The shocking 911 call the Menendez brothers made just moments after killing their parents as new Netflix show retells the harrowing tale - Alice Wade
    https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13872773/menendez-brothers-audio-police-parents-dead-killed.html

    Why the Menendez Brothers Killed Their Parents - Biography.com Editors and Jordan Zakarin
    https://www.biography.com/crime/menendez-brothers-murder-case-facts

    Lyle and Erik Menendez’s Cousin Who Testified About Their Sexual Abuse Speaks Out for First Time - ABC News
    https://abcnews.go.com/US/lyle-erik-menendezs-cousin-testified-sexual-abuse-speaks/story?id=44420173

    The Gruesome, Real-Life Murders Behind Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” - Emiliana Betancourt https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/monsters-lyle-and-erik-menendez-true-story-1236148334/#

    Menendez Brothers’ Trials: 1993-94 & 1995-96
    https://www.encyclopedia.com/law/law-magazines/menendez-brothers-trials-1993-94-1995-96

    DA wants Menendez brothers resentenced, which could free them from prison for parents’ murders - Phil Hershel and Antonio Planas https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/menendez-brothers-resentence-prison-murder-da-george-gascon-rcna175627

    Where are the Menendez Brothers Now? - Sara Kettler and Biography.com editors
    https://www.biography.com/crime/a46572449/menendez-brothers-now

    The Menendez brothers built a green space in prison. It’s modeled on this Norwegian idea - Vanessa Gera, Jan M. Olsen and Stefanie Dazio
    https://www.yahoo.com/news/menendez-brothers-built-green-space-111628919.html

    Dominick Dunne's Courtroom Notebook: The Menendez Murder Trial

    Snapped: The Menendez Brothers

    The Menendez Brothers - Netflix






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    57 mins
  • BONUS EPISODE - The Story of John Carpenter's Halloween
    Oct 31 2024

    Happy Halloween, ghouls! Today we wanted to bring you a special bonus episode in honor of our most favorite day of the year - HALLOWEEN! What better way to celebrate than discussing one of (if not the most) TOTALLY iconic horror movie of all time - John Carpenter's Halloween!

    Today's sources include:

    Rogerebert.com - Halloween

    The Story Behind the Original Halloween - Jason Bailey https://www.vulture.com/2018/10/the-story-behind-the-original-halloween.html#

    Making Halloween (1978): The Film That Changed Horror https://www.ciffcalgary.ca/blog/2022-10-31/making-halloween-1978-the-film-that-changed-horror

    Halloween Behind the Scenes https://halloweenmovies.com/films/halloween-1978/halloween-behind-the-scenes

    The Halloween Movies: 13 Behind The Scenes Facts About The Horror Movie Franchise - Jason Wiese https://www.cinemablend.com/movies/the-halloween-movies-behind-the-scenes-facts-about-the-horror-movie-franchise

    17 Bizarre Stories From Behind The Scenes of The Halloween Movies - Christopher Myers https://www.ranker.com/list/behind-the-scenes-stories-from-the-halloween-movies/christopher-myers

    20 Wild Details Behind The Making of The Halloween Movies - Matthew Thomas https://screenrant.com/halloween-movies-trivia-details-behind-scenes-making/

    10 Interesting Behind The Scenes Facts About The Halloween Franchise - Alyssa Tyra https://www.cultureslate.com/lists/10-interesting-behind-the-scenes-facts-about-the-halloween-franchise#google_vignette

    The Movies That Made Us: Halloween - Netflix

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    32 mins
  • BONUS EPISODE - Spirit Halloween
    Oct 30 2024

    Ever wonder how Spirit Halloween came to be? Join us today in a special Halloween Week bonus episode to find out the history and cultural impact of the most popular Halloween costume store.

    Today's sources include:

    Spirit Halloween Wiki
    https://spirit-halloween.fandom.com/wiki/Spirit_Halloween

    Spooky Icon: How Spirit Halloween went from a costume store to a Halloween staple - James Powel
    https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/retail/2023/09/23/spirit-halloween-stores-are-everywhere/70828291007/

    The Grim Reaper of Retail: Spirit Halloween - Brittany Luse, Jessica Mendoza, Jamila Huxtable, Andrea Gutierrez, Liam McBain and Jessica Placzek
    https://www.npr.org/2022/10/24/1131120009/the-grim-reaper-of-retail-spirit-halloween

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    23 mins
  • The Urban Legend of Poisoned Halloween Candy
    Oct 29 2024

    Happy Halloween week, ghouls! Today, the girls are deep diving into the urban legend of poisoned Halloween candy to find out why our parents had to check our candy back in the 90s, and also chatting about mischief night shenanigans. You don't want to miss this fun episode!

    Today's sources include:

    Do Strangers Really Tamper with Halloween Candy? - Matt Bartosik
    https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/do_strangers_really_tamper_with_halloween_candy

    Criminal Minds Wiki - Ronald Clark O’Bryan

    The True Story of the Notorious Trick-or-Treat Murderer - Michael Segalov
    https://www.vice.com/en/article/halloween-killer-ronald-clark-o-bryan-candy-man/

    The Men Who Murdered Halloween - Joni E. Johnston Psy.D.
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/the-human-equation/201510/the-men-who-murdered-halloween

    Halloween Sadism: A Review of Poisoned Halloween Candy - Cassidy Baldwin and William Ruston
    alacep.org

    L.I. Children Get Poison “Treat”; Accused Housewife Committed”
    nytimes.com

    LI Woman remembers Halloween she got poison with candy - Candice M. Give
    nypost.com

    When a Long Island Housewife Handed out Arsenic to Kids on Halloween - Ellen Gutoskey
    mentalfloss.com

    The Story of the Woman Who Handed out Arsenic on Halloween - Leslie Veliz
    grunge.com

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    26 mins
  • Erika and BJ Sifrit
    Oct 22 2024

    Today we discuss one of the douchiest couples in American murder history, Erika and Benjamin "BJ" Sifrit. These guys are pretty much insufferable and the story is disturbing to say the least. Join us as we discuss their vile and senseless murders of Joshua Ford and Martha "Geney" Crutchley in Ocean City, Maryland in 2002.

    Today's sources include:

    Murderpedia.org - Erika Elaine Sifrit and Benjamin Sifrit

    Snapped: Killer Couples (S11 E2) - “Erika and BJ Sifrit”

    Oceancitytoday.com: “Ocean City marks 20 years since infamous Sifrit slayings”

    wtop.com: “Benjamin Sifrit refused parole in 2002 killing of Fairfax couple in Ocean City”

    people.com: “People Magazine Investigates: Who Wanted a Vacationing Couple Dead?”

    Investigationdiscovery.com: “Virginia Couple Murdered While on 2002 Beach Vacation”

    seacoastonline.com: “South Boston man faces double family tragedy”

    talkmurderwithme.com - “Killing for Kicks: Benjamin and Erika Sifrit”

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    29 mins
  • The Dover Chocolate Murders
    Oct 15 2024

    Ever wonder if anyone has ever murdered by mail? Join us today to talk about the cunning and devious Cordelia Botkin, who murdered the wife of her lover in 1898 by sending her a beautiful box of poisoned chocolates.

    Today's sources include:

    Dover's infamous "Chocolate Candy Murders" brought back to life on anniversary - Jerry Smith for The News Journal
    https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/2018/08/01/dovers-chocolate-candy-murders-brought-back-life-anniversary/862842002/

    Candy from a Stranger: The Cordelia Botkin Case of 1898 - Thomas Duke
    www. historicalcrimedetective.com

    Strange Candy: Delaware's Chocolate Box Murders of 1898 - Jake Rossen for Mental Floss
    https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/chocolate-candy-murders-dover-delaware

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    29 mins