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Follow author Nick Corble as he sets about walking an ambitious new route slicing through the heart of England at a 45 degree angle to find out what makes England tick. Listen as he plans and researches the route, and then as he sets about walking it, and get behind the scenes of the writing of a new travel book. Of interest to walkers, writers and travellers - whether actual or armchair. Take Nick up on his offer to 'Walk With Me', either virtually using any of the social media channels he ...
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Are you ready to take a wild ride through history as we uncover the dark ​secrets of the past? You‘ll hear tales of murderous historical figures, unbelievable events, ​mysterious deaths, scandals that rocked nations, ghostly sightings at ​famous landmarks, and stories of hauntings that have spanned centuries. ​ Each episode of Haunted History takes you on a journey through the ages ​through a captivating storytelling experience that will leave you wanting ​more. You can find Haunted History ...
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Forensic Files is a pioneer in the field of fact-based, high-tech, dramatic storytelling. This series of television programs delves into the world of forensic science, profiling intriguing crimes, accidents, and outbreaks of disease from around the world.
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Recapping, updating and sometimes correcting the ORIGINAL True Crime TV show, Forensic Files. One host has been watching True Crime shows since she was (way too) young and the other host thought he was starting a podcast about The X Files, so he is learning everything about true crime for the first time.
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Running Inside Out Podcast

Run Inside Out - Chris O'Brien

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Sometimes we're inside the race and sometimes we're outside, but always around the Rochester, NY running scene and the community members who make it happen. If you run you, are a runner. If you are a runner, you have a story. These are the stories of our community. Hosted by Chris O'Brien.
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The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan airs regular conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. The podcast has welcomed Booker and Pulitzer Prize winners and finalists, such as Bernardine Evaristo, Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, Karen Joy Fowler, Carla Power and Maaza Mengiste. The choice of writers is representative of the world around us, naturally. https:/ ...
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On the morning of March 30th, 1922, 63-year-old Andreas Gruber was walking around his rural farmstead when he noticed a set of foot tracks in the fresh snow. These tracks led from the forest and seemed to move towards his family’s farmhouse. Curiously, or perhaps, disturbingly, they didn’t head back out. Odd things had been happening at his propert…
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Today is part two of our Halloween special and we will be telling you the tale of The Beast of Gévaudan, a ferocious beast that terrorized the French countryside for years hunting anyone who dare come across its path. Was it an extinct animal? A mythical creature? Or something else... Happy Halloween! Haunted History is produced by SoundBite Studio…
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It was a cool autumn day and the year was 1934. Delia Budd had just received a letter in the mail. Unfortunately, due to her lack of education, she was unable to read it outright herself. She asked her son Edward to assist her. Edward peered at the letter, and slowly unfolded it, taking in its contents. As the words danced across his gaze, Delia wa…
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On November 13th, 1974, Ronald “Butch” DeFeo breezed into one of his usual hangout spots, Henry’s Bar. It was his neighbourhood hangout, and he wasn’t out of place there. But that night, he looked gruff, eager, and dishevelled. Several of the patrons eyed him. At first, their gazes were sparse if not slightly cordial. Ronald DeFeo, after all, was a…
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In 1848, the cottage home of the Fox family was alive with activity. One-night, young sisters Kate and Maggie grabbed their mother, Margaret, by the sleeve, vying for her attention. “Mr. Splitfoot”, the girls echoed purposefully as the three paused to listen. Suddenly, a disembodied rapping sound echoed in the night. Margaret’s eyes grew wide. “Mr.…
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Today’s story is one shrouded in mystery; it’s the tale of an ambitious expedition that met with disaster, resulting in the death and disappearance of 129 souls. The many searches and recovery missions in the years that followed only produced more questions. Why were the abandoned ships found so far apart from each other? Had there been any survivo…
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Send us a text This episode covers Forensic Files Season 1, Episode 5 called, "Planted Evidence". We learn about the murder of 32-year-old single mother, Denise Johnson, the state of Phoenix in the 90's and how PLANT DNA get's justice for Denise and her loved ones. We also discuss pagers in case any Gen Z's have a passion for technology of the past…
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Even though we are away on holiday this week, we are still busy prepping for our fall season and are introducing some exciting changes which will be announced very soon! In the meantime check out this popular episode from our archive! - Megan & Chloë Poltergeist: A Cursed Movie Set Unexplainable oddities on set, a plethora of injuries and malfuncti…
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When the US government launched the Apollo 11 spacecraft in 1969, two American men became the first humans to trod upon the surface of Earth’s moon. Now this story is mainly one of triumph and marks the beginning of a new great age of exploration. But what events transpired that catapulted the US government to push for this mission? And what are so…
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What is now known as one of the most haunted places in America, first began as a sanctuary offering respite and care for the unfortunate. Soon however it devolved into madness, mayhem and murder. Today's story is on the history and haunting of Rolling Hills Asylum. Haunted History is produced by SoundBite Studios with host Megan Alda and writer/res…
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The In the early morning hours of November 29th, 1981, just off the coast of Catalina Island, the lifeless body of famous Hollywood actress Natalie Wood was found drifting in the water. What drove Natalie to meet her end that way, and who – if anyone – is responsible for her death? Today I am telling you the tale of the mysterious death of Natalie …
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Send us a text When nursing student, Tamika Huston goes missing from Spartanburg, South Carolina in May of 2004, her aunt, the investigators and the community as a whole come together to find her. Tamika's case inspired the creation of The Black and Missing Foundation and sparked the first national conversation regarding the racial disparities in m…
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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Jessi Jezewska Stev…
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On the morning of December 16th 1935, Hollywood starlet Thelma Todd was found slumped over in her brown Lincoln after a lavish night out, in an apparent suicide. However as questions surrounding her death began to arise, it would soon become clear that this was not a simple cut-and-dry case. Today I am telling you the tale of the unsolved death of …
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In the late summer of 79 AD, Ancient Rome experienced one of the most deadly volcanic eruptions in history. The eruption completely obliterated everything in its wake, leaving a death toll of over 20,000 souls. Today I am telling you the story of the infamous eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Haunted History is produced by SoundBite Studios with host Meg…
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In the 1920s a killer known as The Dark Strangler terrorized cities across the United States and into Canada. He would claim the lives of at least 26 victims before finally being apprehended and sentenced to hang, becoming known as one of the most prolific serial killers of the time. Today, I'm telling you the chilling true story of Earl Leonard Ne…
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On December 4th, 1872, the Mary Celeste, a merchant ship, was found adrift and abandoned in the Atlantic Ocean. The last entry in the ship’s log had been penned ten days prior. The ship’s cargo was untouched, its provisions, aplenty. The crew’s personal belongings lay intact. In fact, nothing seemed largely amiss aboard the ship, which was dishevel…
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Edgar Allen Poe is a name that resonates with many. Even if you haven't read his writing directly, chances are you've encountered something influenced by the master of macabre. But how he met his end is shrouded in mystery. What led to the death of the 'father of the detective story'? Was it an accident? Was it self-inflicted? Or perhaps… it was so…
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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Hilary Bradt to dis…
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Send us a text The FF Duo recaps and provides updates on the FIRST CASE EVER to use DNA to find and convict a murderer. This episode discusses Episode 4 from Season 1 called, The Footpath Murders. Lynda Mann and Dawn Ashworth were young vibrant 15 year old girls. Colin Pitchfork brutally took Lynda’s life in 1983 and Dawn’s in 1986 and he almost go…
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"Lizzie Borden took an axe/She gave her mother forty whacks/When she saw what she had done/She gave her father forty-one" You may have heard this playground rhyme before, but did you know that it was inspired by the true tale of the infamous murderess, Lizzie Borden? Lizzie, in a fit of fury, is said to have ruthlessly and mercilessly killed her pa…
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On the morning of July 12th 1762, the body of Crown Prince Sado was removed from the rice chest that he was forced to enter the week prior by his father, King Yeongjo. Over the course of the week, Prince Sado would beg and plead to be released, his cried ignored until eventually he succumbed to the fierce heat, dehydration and starvation. But why w…
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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Ginanne Brownell, t…
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Tales of grand heists and elaborate scams have long captivated our imaginations and among these daring exploits, one story stands out as particularly audacious - the tale of a self-proclaimed countess who dared to deceive none other than the Queen of France herself. Jeanne de la Motte, a noblewoman fallen on hard times (or so she would say), orches…
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Send us a text When the city of Navasota, Texas finds a beloved leader of their community and local funeral director Lonnie Turner, Sr. shot to death in his home, his son Lonnie Jr. becomes the prime suspect. The FF Duo recaps, reviews and discusses the evidence used to solve the case... Is Ballistic Evidence still reliable and admissible in a cour…
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The wait is over! Season 2 of Haunted History Premiers next Tuesday. Join us for a captivating storytelling experience like no other. A time-traveling ride through history's most scandalous secrets, shocking events, and of course, haunted places. Haunted History is produced by SoundBite Studios with host Megan Alda and writer/researcher Chloë Kibbe…
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Send us a text In 1992 wife and mother of 3, Caren Campano disappeared from her Oklahoma City home after a loud argument with her husband. A large blood stain, a weak alibi, 'reverse paternity' dna testing and the use of luminol to expose blood spatter all lead to solving this case. "The House That Roared" is episode 3 in season 1 of Forensic Files…
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Send us a text When a woman is found sexually assaulted and murdered in her apartment with her unharmed 1 year old baby, the common-law and abusive husband is immediately the suspect. Then three years later a young woman survives a violent rape but the cases aren't connected until 10 years later due to a mix of coincidence, law changes and huge adv…
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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Nastassja Martin to…
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Send us a text This episode covers the tragic death of 14 year old Trey Cooley while helping out a competitive shooting event at a Dallas gun club. Investigators and forensic computer animation is used to help Trey's heartbroken father find answers. Sources: Forensic Files Season 1 Episode 2 Wikipedia https://www.dallasnews.com/news/2014/03/07/dall…
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Send us a text A 'copycat' serial killer trying to impersonate the 1960's Zodiac Killer, stalked the streets of New York in the 1990's and had the NYPD consulting star charts, WWII code breakers, handwriting experts and "questioned documents examiners".... Our hearts are with the victims and their families: Mario Orozco Germán Montenegro Joseph Pro…
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Send us a text Shakespeare, Legally Blonde, and JANSPORT BACKPACKS, OH MY! Listen to the Forensic Files Duo recap and review the Forensic Files Episode called Death Play. In this episode we discuss the death of Steven Robards and how his daughter Marie, ALMOST got away with murder. Content Warning: The topic of suicide is mentioned in this episode.…
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Our stories here at Haunted History often revolve around the misdeeds of cruel people, societal ills, and unexplained phenomena. But what about the natural world? Nature, in all its splendor and power, knows not right from wrong. Today, I am telling you the story of the Schoolhouse Blizzard, one of the worst winter storms in history. It was the day…
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It's May 5th, 1893, and you are setting foot in Chicago’s Jackson Park to see for yourself what this whole “Chicago World’s Fair” thing is all about. At the time, you don’t know it, but this event will be called “the fair that changed America”. This is because, underneath the veneer of celebration, imagination, and bustle, a dark underbelly writhed…
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Send us a text Join The Forensic Files Duo kick off the podcast as they recap the very first episode of the very first season of Forensic Files covering The Disappearance of Helle Crafts. This case is also known as “The wood chipper murder”. Special appearance by the famous forensic scientist Dr. Henry Lee… Danielle includes recent updates regardin…
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Picture this. It’s a Saturday night in 1984, you are dressed head to toe in denim and you and a group of friends are headed out to the movies to catch the newest supernatural slasher film, A Nightmare on Elm Street. The movie was a hit. It struck all the right nerves and left a lasting impression among horror aficionados and all moviegoers alike. N…
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Welcome to the travel/literary podcast The Wandering Book Collector with host Michelle Jana Chan. This is a series of conversations with writers exploring what's informed their books and their lives around themes of movement, memory, sense of place, borders, identity, belonging and home. In this edition, I’m joined by the writer Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀ t…
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Blackbeard has inspired generations of storytelling in his own right. From the 1718 novel On Stranger Tides to the 2015 Hollywood movie Pan - a stylized prequel to a better-known novel, J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan. In the movie, the character of Blackbeard takes center stage, serving as the main antagonist. One story, however, that seems to linger abov…
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For the people of Fukushima Prefecture, in Japan, time stopped at 2:46pm on March 11th , 2011. This is the moment that the coastal region was rocked by the Tōhoku earthquake, the largest in Japan’s history. The quake lasted all of 6 minutes, and caused extensive damage to infrastructure, raising buildings and roads in the blink of an eye. Many huma…
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Demon summoner. Sadist. Child murderer. History is peppered with dark and disturbed characters. People who left unchecked, exercised untold horrors onto the unsuspecting, the marginalized, and the vulnerable. Often, these folks operated from positions of privilege and power, as we saw last week with our tale about the Blood Countess, Elizabeth Bath…
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Imagine, a countess living alone in a dark castle, bathing herself in the blood of young virgins in order to retain a youthful glow. This is the aura that enveloped Elizabeth Bathory of Hungary, a woman who has been labeled as one of history’s most prolific serial killers – with vampiric tendencies on top of it all! But, when it comes to the so-cal…
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The idea that demons can possess a person isn’t new. Many ancient cultures held the belief that evil spirits could enter the human body and make us do things that are either beyond our capabilities, or just downright evil. And, just as many cultures believed that an entity could occupy a person, they also believed that this spirit could be forced o…
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An entire community under a spell, an invisible threat. This forces one the masses to turn on each other, to cast aspersions, to point fingers. Neighbour’s become enemies; enemies take each other down. You can trust no one, as even members of your own family begin whispering under their breaths: “witch”. This is what happened to the folks of Salem,…
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What if I told you that the asylum responsible for churning out the villains in Batman comics was real? Or, at least, that there exists a “real-life” analog to it? Today, I’m taking you all on a tour of another one of America’s most haunted asylums, a place known as the “birthplace of the lobotomy”. Come with me as I tell you the origin story of th…
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Vampires are arguably one of the more well-known mythical creatures worldwide that seem to exist in some form in many cultures. But where did this legendary creature come from? And how has it changed over the years to form what we know now as a modern-day vampire? Well tonight, we will find out, because this bonus episode is on the origins of the v…
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Imagine, you’re paddling along a canal near Mexico City, and you are taken to a small island nestled in a lagoon. Verdant lawns, whimsical bridges made of twisted branches, Spanish moss falling in loose curls from crooked trees, from which hang the mangled bodies of endlessly eerie dolls. You heard right! This place, called “The Island of the Dolls…
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Today's story is one that many of you may not be familiar with. It's the shocking story of America's real-life 'ghost girls', who - along with the public - were poisoned for profit at the hands of big corporations. But how did something marketed as being able to increase vitality ultimately lead scores of young women to their deaths? And, was justi…
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Unexplainable oddities on set, a plethora of injuries and malfunctions and the deaths of four members of the cast, today we explore the curse surrounding a movie franchise that marked a generation of horror-enthusiasts, the cult-classic, Poltergeist. Haunted History is produced by SoundBite Studios with host Megan Alda and writer/researcher Chloë K…
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This week we are exploring an old haunted Inn that sits on top of a 5,000-year-old pagan burial ground and is infamous for devil worship and even human sacrifice! Where is this Inn you ask, and is it really haunted? Listen to this week's episode, to find out! Haunted History is produced by SoundBite Studios with host Megan Alda and writer/researche…
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The fall season of Haunted History is upon us! This week we are heading to Bran Castle in Romania, one of the top destinations for ghost-hunting tourists. But what makes Bran Castle so haunted? And what’s the connection between Count Dracula and Vlad the Impaler? You'll have to listen to this week's episode to find out! Haunted History is produced …
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