Cults, Crimes and Spirits

If you are into the strange and unusual, you are in the right place. The Cults, Crimes and Spirits podcast will explore all things dark, mysterious and spooky. Hosts and cousins, Nina Chantal and Andrea Dechay will dive into cults, secret societies, murder, conspiracy theories, and the paranormal.

Episode 42: Stange and Unusual Facts 2 06/30/2025

Episode 42: Stange and Unusual Facts 2 Join us as we dive into some more strange and unusual facts, stories, and places. Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/37165860

Episode 41: Waverly Hills and Tom Green 05/29/2025

Episode 41: Waverly Hills and Tom Green Join us as we discuss a little history about the iconic and very haunted Waverly Hills Sanatorium, what Nina experienced there, and find out what comedian Tom Green has to do with it! Sources: Scariest Places on Earth episode mentioned Taps logo Photo credit: Photo Credit: Kris Arnold Photo credit: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/36744755

Episode 40: Strange and Unusual Facts 08/21/2024

Episode 40: Strange and Unusual Facts This week we discuss some strange and unusual facts, including underwater cemeteries, blood thirsty butterflies, a headless chicken and so much more! Follow us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/32418022

Episode 39: Spooky Tales from Bristol 08/07/2024

Episode 39: Spooky Tales from Bristol This week we explore some spooky tales from the Twin Cities of Bristol TN/VA. Follow us: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/32349737

Episode 38: The Mysterious Death of Thelma Todd 07/24/2024

Episode 38: The Mysterious Death of Thelma Todd This week we explore the theories on how famous Hollywood actress, Thelma Todd, came to be found dead in her car at the young age of 29. Was it an accident, suicide or murder? Follow us: https://beacons.ai/cultscrimesandspirits Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/32145542

Summer Catch Up! 06/07/2024

Summer Catch Up! We have been on a summer break! Find out what we have been up to, and when new episodes are coming! Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/31655072

Episode 37: Fast Food Chaos 04/12/2024

Episode 37: Fast Food Chaos This week we explore crimes that have an association with fast food. Cold fries, stolen paintings, and lots of murder! Get your own Ghost Hunting Equipment here Follow us: Email us: Sources: Video of the Cold Fries incident /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/30801348

Episode 36: The Axeman of New Orleans 04/05/2024

Episode 36: The Axeman of New Orleans Join us this week as we explore the theories, suspects, and enduring legacy of the Axeman of New Orleans. One of America's most haunting mysteries. From his chilling attacks to his infamous letter, we examine the bloody truth. Follow us: Email us: Sources: Music by from /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/30684223

Episode 35: Jane Toppan 03/08/2024

Episode 35: Jane Toppan In this weeks episode, we explore the crimes of serial killer Jane Toppan. Jane's cunning and cold-hearted nature left a mark on history. Join us as we navigate through the dark corners of Toppan's life, exploring the psychological depths that led her to commit unthinkable crimes. From her seemingly innocent facade as a nurse to the shocking details of her murders. Prepare to be captivated, disturbed, and intrigued as we uncover this unsettling story. Follow us: Email us: Sources: Cimino, Al. Angels of Death: Murderous Medics, Nefarious Nurses and Killer Carers. London, UK, Arcturus Publishing Limited, 2022. /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/30278008

Episode 34: The Legend of Lavinia Fisher 03/01/2024

Episode 34: The Legend of Lavinia Fisher This week we dive into the mysterious and chilling tale of Lavinia Fisher. Fisher achieved notoriety as America's first female serial killer but was she truly a remorseless murderer or a victim of historical exaggeration? Join us as we separate fact from fiction in the Legend of Lavinia Fisher. Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/30179228

Episode 33: The Ghost of Alice Riley 02/23/2024

Episode 33: The Ghost of Alice Riley In this week’s episode we are discussing the first murder and execution in the peach state. Learn what happened in Savannah Georgia and whose ghost may still be wandering the cobblestone streets. Follow us: Email us: Sources: Caskey, James. Savannah, GA: Bonaventure Books, 2005. Brown, Alan. Mechanicsburg, PA: Stackpole Books, 2008. /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/30061253

Episode 32: The Muck Dam Disaster 12/24/2023

Episode 32: The Muck Dam Disaster Many people dream of a white Christmas but not one like the people of Palmertown, Virginia got when a local chemical dam broke on Christmas Eve, 1924, releasing years of built up chemical waste upon unsuspecting residents. This waste, often referred to as muck, left a path of death, destruction and devastation in is wake. According to the locals, there may be something paranormal going on there now. Find out what in this weeks episode! We wish you Happy Holidays and a blessed New Year. Sources: The Great Saltville Disaster by Carl V. Eskridge /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/29216673

Episode 31: Jonestown 11/17/2023

Episode 31: Jonestown This week we are discussing the Peoples Temple cult and the Jonestown Massacre. We explore the mind of cult leader Jim Jones and what led to over 900 bodies being discovered in the jungles of South America. Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28683943

Episode 30: Spooky Date Night 10/27/2023

Episode 30: Spooky Date Night On this week's episode we are sharing with you how to have the perfect spooky date night! Complete with dinner, a show, and a stay at a historic Inn and the best part, they are all HAUNTED!!! We are also joined with special guest Katy Brown, the Producing Artistic Director at the famous Barter Theatre. Katy shares with us some spooky stories involving their resident ghosts. Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28439054

Episode 29: Spooky Story Time 10/20/2023

Episode 29: Spooky Story Time Our uncle Brad joins us this week to help us tell some spooky family ghost stories. From seeing relatives who have passed, spiritual warfare, and why Andrea will never use a Ouija Board again. Join us on this interesting journey down memory lane. Follow us: Email us: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28371632

Episode 28: It's Friday the 13th 10/13/2023

Episode 28: It's Friday the 13th Friday the 13th is a day feared by many! But why? In this weeks episode we try to get to the bottom of this, as we explore possible orgins in Biblical times. We also discuss some interesting things that have happened on a Friday the 13th, you don't want to miss this. Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28304483

Episode 27: Buried Alive 10/06/2023

Episode 27: Buried Alive This week we discuss the fear known as Taphophobia, or the fear of being buried alive! When stories started to circulate in the 18th and 19th centuries about people being buried alive, some real others works of fiction, it incited fear. An invention known as safety coffins were created to put everyone's minds at ease. But did the safety coffins work and who was buried alive? Follow us: Email us: Sources: . /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28244852

Episode 26: Happy Birthday Nina 09/29/2023

Episode 26: Happy Birthday Nina What does serial killer Efren Saldivar and actor James Dean have in common? Find out in this weeks episode as we wish Nina a very happy birthday! Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28177742

Episode 25: The Farmville Murders 09/22/2023

Episode 25: The Farmville Murders The Farmville Murders, committed by aspiring horrorcore rapper, Richard Samuel McCroskey, left a quiet Virginia community in shock. When four bodies were found decomposing in a nice suburban home, police followed the trail back to McCroskey who was in town to meet up with his online girlfriend for the first time. Follow us: Email us: Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/28110896

Episode 24: Columbine Part Two 08/25/2023

Episode 24: Columbine Part Two This week we continue our discussion on the 1999 tragedy at Columbine High School. Our friend and actor Cory Chapman stops by to speak with us about playing Dylan Klebold in the 2016 film I'm not Ashamed, based on the life and death of Rachel Scott, the first Columbine victim. Follow us: Email us: [email protected] Sources: http://www.acolumbinesite.com/ /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27846462

Episode 23: Columbine 08/18/2023

Episode 23: Columbine This week we dive into the tragedy that occurred at Columbine High School on April 20th 1999, when 12 students and a teacher were killed and several others injured by two fellow students Eric Harris, and Dylan Klebold. Follow us: Email us: [email protected] Sources: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27790872

Episode 22: Haunted Schools 08/11/2023

Episode 22: Haunted Schools This week we dive into the spooky stories surrounding some haunted schools in America, including schools built on top of cemeteries and a potential ghost train! Follow us: Email us: [email protected] /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27718464

Episode 21: The Dark Side of Greek Life 08/04/2023

Episode 21: The Dark Side of Greek Life In this weeks episode we dive into the dark side of Greek life on campus and why it mirros a cult. Follow us: Email us: [email protected] /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27661341

Episode 20: The Ken and Barbie Killers Part Two 07/28/2023

Episode 20: The Ken and Barbie Killers Part Two This week is the conclusion of the Ken and Barbie Killers. We explore what happened to Paul and Karla leading up to and after the trial and where they are now. Follow us: Email us: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27588870

Episode 19: The Ken and Barbie Killers 07/21/2023

Episode 19: The Ken and Barbie Killers When Karla Homolka met Paul Bernardo it was a recipe for disaster. Find out how the two most hated people in Canada came to be known as the Ken and Barbie Killers. In part one we discuss the crimes that made them infamous. Follow us: Email us: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27527448

Episode 18: Public Enemy Number One Part Two 07/14/2023

Episode 18: Public Enemy Number One Part Two In the second half of our public enemy episode find out what happened after John Dillinger, America's first Public Enemy Number One, was killed and who was the next famous gangster to bare the title. Follow us: Email us: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27462210

Episode 17: Public Enemy Number One 07/07/2023

Episode 17: Public Enemy Number One In part one of two, this week we are discussing America’s first public enemy number one John Dillinger, how he came to earn the title and how the public enemy era of the 1930s began to shape the FBI. Follow us: Email us: Music by: Sound effects by: /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/27397011

Episode 16: The Haunting of Lake Lanier 05/26/2023

Episode 16: The Haunting of Lake Lanier Lake Lanier, located in the peach state of Georgia, is said to be extremely haunted. This week’s episode takes a dive into the strange and unusual occurrences happening at the lake and who or what might be behind them. Is it a curse from Native American spirits, the ghost of those whose bodies still reside beneath the murky waters, or is it the Lady of the Lake? Follow us: Email us: [email protected] /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/26958372

Episode 15: Happy Birthday Andrea 05/19/2023

Episode 15: Happy Birthday Andrea This weeks episode we are celebrating Andrea's brithday by discussing some interesting things that happened on May 21st, including a not so perfect crime. We will also be exploring the death of legedary rapper the Notorious B.I.G. and a certain serial killer who shares the same bithday as Andrea! Follow us: Email us: [email protected] /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/26887836

Episode 14: The Tri-State Crematory Scandal 05/12/2023

Episode 14: The Tri-State Crematory Scandal The small town of Noble GA. found themselves in the national spotlight after over 300 decomposing bodies were found at a local crematory in 2002. The Tri-State Crematory Scandal is a bizarre story that still leaves most baffled. Did it have anything to do with mercury poisoning and what happened to all the bodies? Follow us: Email us: [email protected] Link to the Grunge article mentioned in this episode. /episode/index/show/4d04b8ea-b82b-4f1a-8fce-d06306d22fc0/id/26819571

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