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Straight-Up EnigmasThe Mystery of the Westfield WatcherWho was the Westfield Watcher? While Derek Broaddus and his family maintains to this day that an unhinged and dangerous neighbor must have sent the unsettling letters, others believe that the Broadduses may even have created The Watcher themselves. Stay with us as we explore the terrifying letters of the neighborhood stalker known as the Westfield Watcher.
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Special guest narration by Edward October of OctoberPod: https://www.octoberpodvhs.com/
Articles in Research/Narration:
https://patch.com/new-jersey/westfield/truth-or-tale-mystery-westfield-watcher
...2021-07-2034 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 65: Lori Vallow & Chad Daybell (Deaths of JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan)In September 2019, 7-year-old Joshua “JJ” Vallow and 17-year-old Tylee Ryan disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Family members had heard nothing from them for months, but the children’s parents never reported the minors missing. Law enforcement visited the home of JJ and Tylee’s mother, Lori Vallow, that November to perform a welfare check on the children. Authorities later located Vallow and her husband, Chad Daybell, in Hawaii, where police finally arrested Vallow in February 2020 — months before investigators found JJ and Tylee’s remains on Daybell’s property. Are Vallow and Daybell responsible for the children’s deaths? Did they have anything to...2021-06-2923 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 64: Earth's Secret SymphonyFrequency is everywhere — all things in our universe are constantly in motion, vibrating. Even the Earth hums at its own frequency. Knowing about frequency is fascinating, but also important for our well-being. It could impact our physical, mental, and emotional health. Some scientists think that frequency can explain life’s greatest mysteries, the reality or non-reality of ghosts and aliens — even the human consciousness. There are so many enigmas surrounding frequency. Join us as we explore the frequencies that make up Earth’s secret symphony.
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P...2021-05-2527 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 63: Candyman and the Murder of Ruthie Mae McCoyWhat do TikTok and a 90s horror film have to do with the brutal unsolved murder of a woman in 1980s Chicago? Tune in to our new episode to find out!
Promos:
Reverie True Crime: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reverie-true-crime/id1492793721
Crimeatorium: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crimeatorium/id1530070753
Articles in Research/Narration:
https://www.rd.com/list/true-urban-legends/
https://ghoulishmedia.com/candyman-origins/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ABLA_Homes#Ruth_Mae_McCoy
https://en.wikipedia.org/w...2021-05-1419 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 62: Creepiest Things Caught on Baby MonitorsBaby monitors are supposed to help give parents peace of mind — but are these devices safe? What happens when a baby monitor captures frightening sights and sounds from inside a child’s room? Are baby monitors a dangerous gateway, inviting both human and ghostly hackers into our homes? Join us as we explore some of the creepiest things ever captured on baby monitors.
Thank you to our sponsor, Best Fiends! www.bestfiends.com
Promo by Legendary Africa: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legendary-africa/id1509442726
Articles for Researc...2021-04-1331 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 61: The Impossible Murder of Laetitia ToureauxOn May 16th, 1937, at around 6pm, a woman in her late 20s left a dance hall in Paris and walked quickly toward a bus stop. About 25 minutes later, she entered the metro station and took a seat in an empty first class car while the other passengers crammed into the second-class cars. When the car arrived at the next station forty-five seconds later, the doors opened on a crime scene: the woman, Laetitia Toureaux, sat slouched in her seat, bleeding heavily with a nine-inch dagger buried to its hilt in her neck. The woman died before reaching the hospital...2021-03-2327 minStraight-Up EnigmasInternational Women's Day Bonus Episode 2021Honored around the world on March 8th, International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, and political achievements of women. International Women’s Day attempts to bring women equal access to rights and opportunities like education, protection under the law, and freedom from violence. I thought one small way I can recognize the accomplishments of women around me is by sharing the incredible shows of lady podcasters! As podcasters and listeners, we should amplify women’s voices by actively seeking out podcasts created and hosted by women. As a way to celebrate women around the world today, please take a few...2021-03-0814 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 60: The Haunting True Story Behind ‘The Changeling’Starring George C. Scott, 'The Changeling' (1980) is one of the most acclaimed and terrifying horror films of all time. As frightening as the movie is, the true story of the house that inspired it is even creepier. 'The Changeling' is based on the paranormal events Russell Hunter supposedly experienced while living in an old home in Denver, Colorado, in the late 1960s. Did he really live through a haunting that would go on to inspire a horror movie? Did Hunter barely survive his ghost-infested house, or did he make it all up? Stay with us as we take a...2021-02-1619 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 59: Bizarre Real-Life Time LoopsWitnesses all over the globe have reported experiencing temporal oddities. Could the explanation be related to the paranormal? If someone really can be stuck in a time loop, it opens up countless questions about time and our reality that we have yet to understand. In celebration of Groundhog Day, stay with us as we explore several creepy and unexplained stories about time loops.
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Promo: Married Mash Podcast (h...2021-02-0222 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 58: Haunting of Don DeckerIn the late 1980s, Don Decker was interviewed on the national television show, “Unsolved Mysteries,” for being known as “Rainman,” a man who could actually make it rain indoors, and the case is still a mystery to police in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Was Don Decker possessed by a demonic force? How did he make rain appear out of thin air? If it were all just a hoax, how could one man get away with deceiving nine eyewitnesses, several of which were police officers? Stay with us as we explore the haunting of Don Decker.
Thank you to our sp...2021-01-1925 minStraight-Up EnigmasWorld-Famous Disappearances with Chris Williamson of VanishedIn this unique episode, special guest Chris Williamson of Vanished joins us for an inside look at some of the biggest disappearance cases in all of history — including Amelia Earhart, Jack the Ripper, D.B. Cooper, John Wilkes Booth, and more. Chris hosts Vanished along with his co-host, Jennifer Taylor, as part of the Straight Up Strange podcast network. He's also the creator of Chasing Earhart, the world's only Amelia Earhart-dedicated podcast and forthcoming 14 part documentary series. We hope you'll enjoy this fun and very special look at some of the most mysterious vanishings in world history!
...2020-12-291h 23Straight-Up EnigmasPart 2 of "Lost Hearts" by M.R. James (A Christmas Ghost Story)Join us for the chilling conclusion of M.R. James’ short story, "Lost Hearts!" Aired on Christmas Day in 1973 as a short television film on BBC's A Ghost Story for Christmas, this terrifying tale is about an orphan boy, Stephen Elliott, who is sent to live with his cousin, Mr. Abney, at his remote estate in the country. Stephen will discover the fate of the two children who mysteriously disappeared from the property, as well as the awful secrets kept by his strange and eccentric elderly cousin.
"Lost Hearts:" https://americanliterature.com/author/mr-james/short-story/los...2020-12-2216 minStraight-Up EnigmasPart 1 of "Lost Hearts" by M.R. James (Christmas Ghost Story)M.R. James’ short story, "Lost Hearts," aired on Christmas Day in 1973 as a short television film on BBC's A Ghost Story for Christmas. This ghost story tells the tale of an orphan boy, Stephen Elliott, who is sent to live with his cousin, Mr. Abney, at his remote estate in the country. Stephen soon discovers that two other children, who had previously stayed at his cousin’s estate, disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Part 2 of this ghostly tale will be published in our feed within the next few days. Please note that this story may depict certain groups of peop...2020-12-1618 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 57: Los Feliz Murder MansionIt’s the most wonderful time of the year, but for some, it’s an equally terrifying time of year. On December 6th, 1959, neighbors in the Los Feliz area of Los Angeles awoke to the sound of Judye Perelson screaming and pounding on their door with blood-slicked hands. When police arrived on the scene at the Perelson's house, they found Lillian Perelson dead on the bed and her husband, Harold Perelson, also dead from a massive drug overdose — an apparent suicide. But even after Harold Perelson was long gone and the surviving Perelson family members had moved across the country...2020-12-0830 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 56: The Mistress of Murder FarmBelle Gunness (also known as Lady Bluebeard, The LaPorte Black Widow, The Mistress of Murder Farm, and Hell’s Belle) was probably one of America’s most prolific serial killers. She might have killed between 25 and 40 people, including women and children, at the turn of the 20th century. Rumors circulated that Lady Bluebeard didn’t actually die in a mysterious fire and most likely faked her death. Did she die in the fire? Did she murder all those people? And did she set the fire to cover her escape from LaPorte? Join us as we explore the mysterious case of the...2020-11-1731 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 55: Uruguayan Flight 571 (Friday the 13th Special)Whether or not the superstitions are real, several tragic and unlucky events have occurred on Friday the 13th, from the unsolved murder of Tupac Shakur and the bombing of Buckingham palace to deadly natural disasters and the birth of the KKK’s first Grand Wizard. In today’s special episode, we’ll explore one devastating plane crash that took place in South America on Friday, October 13, 1972. Was it the unlucky date that caused the catastrophe, leading to dozens of deaths and cannibalism among the survivors? Join us as we explore Uruguayan Flight 571.
Research/Narration Articles:
https...2020-11-1319 minStraight-Up Enigmas"The Monkey's Paw" Straight Up Strange Halloween 2020 CrossoverHappy Halloween, listeners! Today’s special episode is a creepy collaboration with several shows in the Straight Up Strange Podcast Network. Together, we narrate W.W. Jacob’s short story, “The Monkey’s Paw,” a terrifying tale reminding you to be careful what you wish for. We’ve got a lot of great voices in this crossover. Be sure to check out all these amazing podcasts by heading to straightupstrange.com. Thanks so much for joining us for the past two weeks for our 13 Nights of Halloween series! We’ll back back with a special episode on Friday, November 13th, then on No...2020-10-3126 minStraight-Up Enigmas"The Mystery of the Semi-Detached" by Edith Nesbit (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)In this chilling tale by Edith Nesbit, a man finds his beloved in a "desirable," mysterious home with her throat slit from ear to ear. But is it really her... or a vision of the future? Is there anything he can do to stop it? Listen wherever you find podcasts to find out! We hope you enjoy this terrifying tale as it's definitely been one of our favorites so far. We have one more special episode for you tomorrow (Halloween!), then we take a break until November 13. We hope you'll join us again!http://www.gutenberg.org...2020-10-3011 minStraight-Up Enigmas"My Black Eyed Kid Encounter" (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)Posting an ad on Craigslist for black eyed kids to come and find you has a terrifying result (as we knew it would) for the author of this short story. Join us for today's minisode in our 13 Nights of Halloween series! Our next full-length episode will be on Friday, November 13.Source material:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/sunshine-girl/my-black-eyed-kid-encounter-by-jake/https://tbsnews.net/splash/legend-black-eyed-children-55705Music:The Children's Room by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Artist: http://audionautix.com/2020-10-2909 minStraight-Up EnigmasHaunted and Cursed Video/Arcade Games (Halloween Crossover with Geek Freaks Podcast)As part of our 13 Nights of Halloween series, we've teamed up with the amazing Geek Freaks Podcast for today's special episode! Listen in as we discuss a few haunted and cursed video/arcade games.Articles/Research:https://www.gamesradar.com/terrifying-video-game-creepypastas-to-make-you-never-play-alone-again-from-demonic-sonics-to-haunted-minecrafts/https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Polybiushttp://www.the13thfloor.tv/2016/03/25/from-polybius-to-sad-satan-the-five-most-haunted-video-games/https://videogamehistory.fandom.com/wiki/Berzerk https://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=1310&dat=19811129&id=arRQAAAAIBAJ&sjid=V-IDAAAAIBAJ&pg=6688,7639998&hl=en https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-urban-legend-of-the-governments-mindcontrolling-arcade-game https://retrovolve.com/how-many-people-has-the-berzerk-arcade-game-killed/#:~:tex...2020-10-2833 min
Radio WastelandWeird Alexa | Jaden McKell From Straight Up EnigmasAlexa is one creepy little Amazon product! Is your home device haunted? Is it a glitch? It often says weird stuff or starts cackling for no reason, so there must be a reason? Right? We talk to Jaden Mckell from the Straight-Up Enigmas podcast, A bi-weekly is a podcast to explore the unexplained. supernatural, true crime, and historical mysteries. Episode 50: Creepiest Things Alexa Has Said and Done: https://straightupenigmas.home.blog/2020/08/04/episode-50-creepiest-things-alexa-has-said-and-done/?fbclid=IwAR1blcwNlvLysTsJeoHS8kq5zemO0OdoBQFNrgsDLyBZh3TrowMj7SEaW-wStraight-Up Enigmas is a podcast with episodes released each Tuesday. On the show, we explore the biggest enigmas—anything mysterious, pu...2020-10-2846 minStraight-Up EnigmasBewitching Black Cat Folklore (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)Black cats have long been associated with misfortune, fear, and death in folklore. But how exactly did these animals become such prevalent Halloween symbols? In celebration of National Black Cat Day, join us as we take a look at the centuries-old superstitions behind these handsome felines.Articles:https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/animalia/wp/2016/10/31/the-spooky-history-of-how-cats-bewitched-us/https://solidgoldpet.com/heres-actual-reason-witches-black-cats/https://www.hartz.com/how-black-cats-came-to-halloween/https://www.sparknotes.com/lit/poestories/section8/https://www.thesprucepets.com/black-cat-folklore-554444 https://petcentral.chewy.com/black-cat-breeds-and-history/ https://www.li...2020-10-2710 minStraight-Up EnigmasLegend of the Jack-o'-Lantern (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)In honor of National Pumpkin Day, we're discussing the spooky history of Stingy Jack and the origin of the jack-o'-lantern. If you like today's mini-episode, don't forget to subscribe and leave a five-star review wherever you're listening!
Research Articles:
https://www.history.com/news/history-of-the-jack-o-lantern-irish-origins
https://www.celticthunder.com/blog/2016/10/02/history-jack-o-lantern/#:~:text=In%20Ireland%20children%20carved%20out,to%20pay%20for%20his%20drink.
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/12865/whats-origin-jack-o-lanterns
https://historydaily.org/will-o-the-wisp-deadly-fairy-lights
Music:
Dopplerette by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3668...2020-10-2608 minStraight-Up EnigmasChucky the Killer Doll Day Facts (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)In honor of National Chucky the Killer Doll Day, we discuss six freaky facts you might not know about the frightening Child's Play franchise.
I leaned heavily on these two amazing articles:
https://screenrant.com/childs-play-facts-trivia/
https://www.amc.com/talk/2014/10/six-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-childs-play-franchise
Music:
The Children's Room by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ /
"Nebula" by Myuu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXC5pgOKcRw.
"Haunted by Screams" by Myuu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2020-10-2508 minStraight-Up EnigmasShort and Spooky Creepypastas (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)In this episode of our 13 Nights of Halloween mini-series, we bring you several short and shocking Creepypastas. Thank you for joining us this spooky season!
Source: https://the-line-up.com/10-short-creepypastas
Music:
Measured Paces by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100164
Artist: http://incompetech.com/2020-10-2411 minStraight-Up Enigmas"The Hand" by Guy de Maupassant (Reading by Kris of Obscure Anomalies) (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)Today’s mini-episode is a reading of Guy de Maupassant's short story, "The Hand," by Kris from Obscure Anomalies, an amazing podcast that’s part of our Straight Up Strange Network Family. A big thank you to Kris for contributing to our 13 Nights of Halloween series! If you like our show, you’ll really enjoy the creepy, spooky topics covered on Obscure Anomalies, so be sure to give them a listen too.
"The Hand" by Guy de Maupassant: https://americanliterature.com/author/guy-de-maupassant/short-story/the-hand
Obscure Anomalies Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/obscure-anomalies/id1463...2020-10-2315 minStraight-Up EnigmasThe Midnight Game (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)Have you heard of the Midnight Game? PLEASE do not play the game this spooky season (or ever). Nothing good can come from it! You... have been warned!
Articles:
https://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Midnight_Game
https://theghostinmymachine.com/2014/03/31/the-most-dangerous-games-the-midnight-game/
https://www.ihorror.com/paranormal-games-the-midnight-man/
https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/1e73fy/the_midnight_game_i_played_it_and_i_was_a/
Music:
All songs are from Myuu’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/myuuji. 2020-10-2215 minStraight-Up Enigmas"Uncle Abraham's Romance" by E. Nesbit (Read by Jennifer of Haunted Happenstance) (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)Today’s mini-episode is a reading of E. Nesbit’s “Uncle Abraham’s Romance” by Jennifer from Haunted Happenstance, an incredible podcast that’s part of our Straight Up Strange Network Family. A big thank you to Jennifer for contributing to our 13 Nights of Halloween series. If you like our show, you’ll really enjoy the spooky tales on the Haunted Happenstance audio drama, so be sure to give them a listen too.
"Uncle Abraham's Romance:" https://en.wikisource.org/wiki/Grim_Tales/Uncle_Abraham%27s_Romance
Haunted Happenstance Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/haunte...2020-10-2110 minStraight-Up EnigmasWorld's First Vampire (Peter Blagojević) (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)The small town of Kisilova, Serbia, was struck by a devastating case of vampire hysteria in 1725 when a peasant farmer rose from the dead and began murdering the villagers. In this mini-episode of our 13 Nights of Halloween series, we discuss the world's first recorded vampire.
Articles used in research:
https://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Blagojević%2C+Peter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAinc3svOT0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kB6iEKFJ1jU
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/vampire
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petar_Blagojevi%C4%87...2020-10-2008 minStraight-Up EnigmasAnkou, Harvester of Souls (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)Ankou, a frightening figure in Breton folklore, is known as the Harvester of Souls. Join us for the second mini-episode in our 13 Nights of Halloween exclusive series! This episode was written and produced by Jaden McKell.
Research/Articles:
https://occult-world.com/ankou/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-G02hYLFo-o
https://www.transceltic.com/breton/ankou
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ankou
https://www.transceltic.com/breton/ankou-breton-halloween-story
Music:
Sounds effects from zapsplat.com.
Long note One by Kevin MacLeod
2020-10-1910 minStraight-Up EnigmasA Dark Spirit Haunted My Home (13 Nights of Halloween 2020)The first mini-episode in our 13 Nights of Halloween exclusive series features a story from long-time listener and friend, Ariel. A week after his dad became a bishop, similar to a minister in a local congregation, strange things started happening to his family. He believes his home was plagued by some kind of evil poltergeist.
Original story owned by Ariel and written for the Straight-Up Enigmas podcast by Jaden McKell. Edited and produced by Jaden McKell.
This House by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4525-this-houseLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/2020-10-1809 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 54: True Crimes Connected to Ouija BoardsThe Ouija board came out of the American 19th century obsession with spiritualism. However, Ouija boards are seen today as dangerous objects of the occult, rather than the “wonderful” communication devices they were first created to be. This is, in large part, because for the past 130 years, people have been asking Ouija boards questions, and they’ve been answering. For some, what these talking boards say is the undeniable truth. That’s exactly why the Ouija board has played a crucial role in some of the most chilling crimes over the years. Join us as we discuss incredibly bizarre and viol...2020-10-1335 min
Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 53: SCP FoundationThe mission of the SCP Foundation, a mysterious organization with facilities around the globe, is to contain supernatural entities and anomalies in order to protect mankind. But what, exactly, are its goals and procedures? What kinds of dangerous creatures does the organization harbor within its walls? And the most pressing question — does it even exist? Stay with us as we discuss the shadowy, clandestine establishment known as the SCP Foundation.
Articles Used for Research/Narration:
https://vocal.media/horror/10-dangerous-sc-ps-that-must-never-escape
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SCP_Foundation
http://www.the1...2020-09-2900 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 52: Murdered by Witches (Unsolved Case of Jeannette DePalma)When Jeannette DePalma's body was discovered in 1972 on a makeshift altar, surrounded by wooden crosses and cult-related symbols, the town of Springfield, New Jersey began to suspect that the young teenager had been murdered by a coven of witches. Jeannette's cause of death has never been determined, and the case has never been solved. Was Jeannette sacrificed as part of a witch rite? Was she murdered by a serial killer? Did she die of a drug overdose? Join us as we explore the enigmatic case of the murder of Jeannette DePalma.
Articles Used:
h...2020-09-0800 min
Straight-Up EnigmasSmall Town Spirits: Chapter 3 (Nightmare)In our third chapter of Small Town Spirits, Andie tries to deal with the ghostly figure she spotted in the second story window of the Lester Lawless Bank & Museum. She's haunted by yet another terrifying, fiery nightmare and meets a quirky new shopkeeper on the town square. Andie also makes a shocking discovery at Laurelton's antique shop as she, Emmet, and Kai assist the store owner with a creepy new object.
Industrial Music Box by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/r...2020-09-0100 min
Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 51: Disappearance of Glen and Bessie Hyde
Newlyweds Glen and Bessie Hyde went on a white water rafting trip down the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon in 1928. One month later, their boat was found fully intact, with all of their gear and supplies (including Bessie’s diary) perfectly preserved. But the couple had disappeared. It’s been nearly a century since then, and their bodies have never been recovered. There has never been any proof of what happened to them. Was there an accident on the river? Did they both drown? Was Glen murdered by a famous photographer or by Bessie herself? Join us as we expl...2020-08-1800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 50: Creepiest Things Alexa Has Said and DoneWhy does Amazon's Alexa randomly speak without being prompted? Could she possibly be haunted? Is this the Skynet takeover we’ve all been waiting for? Join us as we discuss a few of the very weird, creepy things Amazon’s Alexa has said and done.
Sources:
https://www.the-ambient.com/features/the-creepiest-freakiest-things-alexa-has-ever-said-and-done-2154
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-amazon-com-alexa-insight/kill-your-foster-parents-amazons-alexa-talks-murder-sex-in-ai-experiment-idUSKCN1OK1AJ
https://www.zdnet.com/article/has-alexa-snapped-why-alexa-sometimes-laughs-or-does-other-creepy-things/
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/02/21/technology/amazon-alexa-world.html
https://www.zdnet.com/article/has-alexa-snapped-why-alexa-sometimes-laughs-or-does-other-creepy-things/
https://www.cnet.com/h...2020-08-0400 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 49: The Von Erich Family CurseIn the 1950s, wrestler Jack Adkisson created his alter ego, Fritz Von Erich, and began what would become a very successful career in the sport. Tragedy, however, struck in 1959, when Jack's six-year-old son died in a bizarre electrical accident. This terrible event would only be the beginning of the so-called Von Erich Family curse. In the years that followed, illness, injuries, depression, drug addiction, and suicide would plague all of Jack’s remaining sons until only one child survived. Can it really be just a horrible happenstance that Fritz Von Erich outlived 5 of his 6 children? If there was a cu...2020-07-2100 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Patreon Episode #4: Haunted ToysYou've probably heard of Annabelle and Robert the Doll, but listen in to hear about five more haunted toys you might not know about. (I for sure had never heard of them). Want to help support our show? Become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/straightupenigmas!
Music:
The Children's Room by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Artist: http://audionautix.com/2020-07-0700 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 48: Servant Girl AnnihilatorIn Austin, Texas, a killer who became known as the “Servant Girl Annihilator” was responsible for the deaths of eight people between late 1884 and Christmas Eve 1885. Attacking victims in their beds and then dragging them outside to mutilate their bodies, the murderer eluded police, private investigators, and civilian mobs who took to the streets of newly settled Austin. He has been called America’s first serial killer, and his crimes remain unsolved to this day. Some investigators believe that before he prowled the foggy streets of London, Jack the Ripper struck first in the Texas Hill Country. Could the Annihil...2020-05-2600 min
Straight-Up EnigmasSmall Town Spirits: Chapter 2 (Outlaws)In chapter two of our fictional mini-series, Small Town Spirits, Andie tries to recover from the voice she heard in the attic on her first day of work. She makes some new friends (maybe — she's still not sure about the standoffish but very attractive Emmet) and learns about the town's troubling and macabre history. Could the spirit of a murdered college student be haunting the building just across the square? How will she find out who the voice in the attic belongs to?
If you enjoy our second episode, pop over to Apple Podcasts to leav...2020-05-1200 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 47: The Curse of Rosemary's BabyRosemary’s Baby is considered one of the most cursed films of all time. Actor Sidney Blackmer (who played coven leader Roman Castevet) once said on set, “No good will come of all this ‘Hail Satan’ business.” Was the movie actually cursed? Did thinking, writing, speaking, and filming scenes all about the devil invite a dark energy onto the set and into the lives of the people involved? From illness, tension among the crew, and divorce to “accidental” death and grisly murder, it sure seems like it. Join us on Straight-Up Enigmas as we explore the curse of Rosemary’s Baby.
...2020-04-2800 minStraight-Up EnigmasQuarantine Playlist #1: Sleep ParalysisWelcome to our first quarantine playlist! The idea of this episode was to help relieve some of that boredom you may be feeling while you’re sitting at home in self-isolation. I also wanted to reintroduce some of our earlier episodes, then make some recommendations for other shows that I think would be a good add-on or compliment to ours. For our first playlist, we'll explore a couple of our older episodes on sleep paralysis! Sleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move or speak. One of the more frightening elements of sleep paralysis is see...2020-04-2100 min
Straight-Up EnigmasSmall Town Spirits: Chapter 1 (Welcome to Laurelton)Andie Hartman arrives in the small, picturesque town of Laurelton, Missouri to spend the summer with her aunt, Mara. She's looking forward to a fun, relaxing vacation even though she'll have to work part-time at a women's clothing boutique on the town square (her mom's orders). Everything about the town seems great — except for the ghosts. If you enjoy this first episode, please be sure to pop on over to Apple Podcasts to leave us a review!
Industrial Music Box by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0...2020-04-1400 minStraight-Up EnigmasSmall Town Spirits - Chapter 1 TeaserThe premiere of our paranormal fiction series, Small Town Spirits, is only three days away! Check out this short teaser for just a taste of what's coming. We hope you'll join us for the first full chapter on Tuesday, April 14th!
This teaser was written and produced by Jaden McKell.2020-04-1100 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Patreon Episode #3: Nightmare Exorcist CottageEnjoy this special bonus episode from Patreon! I wanted to bring you something a little strange, creepy and surreal from my childhood — a nightmare (that I think came from watching a clip of the Exorcist at a young age) that has stuck with me for a long time. Hear more stories like these at https://www.patreon.com/straightupenigmas. Thank you for your support!
Music:
Industrial Music Box by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN...2020-04-0800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 46: Unsolved Murder of William Desmond TaylorWilliam Desmond Taylor was arguably the most famous director in Hollywood in the early 1920s, working behind the camera for Paramount Pictures on around 60 movies and acting in 27 more. He worked with some of the greatest actors and actresses of the Silent Era, but it was the fame of Taylor’s shocking, unsolved murder that would ultimately overshadow his cinematic career. Who killed William Desmond Taylor? Join us as we explore this perplexing unsolved murder on Straight-Up Enigmas.
Articles for Research/Narration:
https://the-line-up.com/the-shocking-murder-of-william-desmond-taylor-in-hollywoods-silent-era
https://timeline.com/murder-william-desmond-taylor-374fb3a5f0...2020-04-0700 minStraight-Up EnigmasSmall Town Spirits - Official TrailerBelieve me — Laurelton, Missouri was not where I’d planned to spend my summer vacation. But, as they usually do, things changed. I found myself living with my aunt, Mara, and working part-time at a women’s clothing boutique on the quaint and picturesque town square. I liked my job — I even made some new friends. The only not-so-great thing was the ghosts. Why was I the only one who could see them? Were they trying to warn me about something? About the dark, mysterious power I could feel radiating from the creepy old Masonic Lodge, orphanage, asylum and winery o...2020-03-3100 minStraight-Up EnigmasAnnouncements: Quarantine Playlists, Featured Promos & Small Town SpiritsHello, enigmatic listeners! I wanted to check in with you all since we’ve had so many changes and announcements lately.
First, I wanted to say thank you so much for supporting our sponsors. It’s been extremely exciting to see our little show get these sponsorship opportunities. I appreciate any effort from you all to show our sponsors that we have engaged listeners (things like using promo codes and downloading apps) -- that being said, I know things are pretty uncertain and chaotic right now. Any little bit of encouragement you send our way makes...2020-03-3000 minStraight-Up EnigmasStraight-Up Enigmas - Official TrailerTed Bundy murdered my dad’s friend's sister in 1974 while on his reign of terror in Utah. At least, Bundy admitted to killing her just before his execution, but police were never able to locate her body. That’s the topic of just one episode on Straight-Up Enigmas, a podcast to explore the unexplained. Spine-tingling, supernatural stories, historical mysteries and true criminal cases are all things to expect when you tune in to our show. We discuss the mysterious deaths of the Jamison Family, share terrifying true stories from real people about sleep paralysis and explore Cleopatra’s missing tomb...2020-03-2700 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Patreon Episode #2: Eyewitness Accounts of the Jersey DevilPlease enjoy this special Patreon episode released in January! Our first monthly Patreon episode of 2020 (available only to our "Straight-Up Enigma" crew) is a compilation of spooky stories of the Leeds Devil from "Weird New Jersey Magazine" that are not included in our regular Jersey Devil episode! You can see even more firsthand accounts on their website: https://weirdnj.com/stories/jersey-devil/. Enjoy! If you'd like to hear more bonus content like this, please help support our show by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/straightupenigmas.2020-03-1700 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 45: Peter Bergmann (The Man Who Never Was)When a body washed up on Rosses Point Beach in Ireland on June 16th, 2009, investigators began to uncover one of the strangest, most notorious enigmas in Ireland’s history. Where did the man on the beach come from? Why was he there that day? Maybe most importantly, who was the dead man found on the beach that day? Join us as we explore the mysterious identity and death of Peter Bergmann, the man who never was.
Research/Article for Narration: https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/people/the-unsolved-mystery-of-peter-bergmann-1.3923308
Music:
Long Note One by Kevin Mac...2020-03-1700 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Patreon Episode: Kay's CrossWhile we're on our off week, please enjoy this special Patreon episode released in February! In this bonus show, I discuss Kay's Cross, an urban legend from my hometown of Kaysville, Utah. I'm sure you had a place like this where you grew up (the place all your friends wanted to go for an extra scare on Friday the 13th or Halloween night). Thanks to http://www.weirdus.com/states/utah/stories/kays_cross/index.php for some of the extra information. If you'd like to hear more content like this, please help support our show and become a pa...2020-03-1000 minStraight-Up EnigmasInternational Women's Day Bonus EpisodeCelebrated every year on March 8th, International Women's Day acknowledges the social, economic, and political achievements of women around the world. We’ve made a lot of progress over the years, but there’s still a long way to go. In many parts of the world, women are still less likely to own land, a business, or attend school. According to the United Nations, more than half of the world’s poorest people are women. International Women’s Day attempts to bring women equal access to rights and opportunities like education, protection under the law, and freedom from violence. I’m shocked...2020-03-0800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 44: The Green Lady of Crathes CastleCrathes Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, is said to be haunted by at least one female spirit, known as the Green Lady. Legend has it that the ghostly young woman is the apparition of a murdered servant girl. What was her connection to the Burnett of Leys family? Did she father an illegitimate child with Alexander Burnett of Leys? Join us as we explore the history behind this mysterious medieval castle, as well as Scottish folklore and mythology.
Thank you to our sponsor, Deux Life Thrift Boxes! Use code ENIGMAS at www.deuxlife.co for 15% off.
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Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 43: Wilson Murder TrialAt 9:30 p.m. on May 22, 1992, Huntsville police were notified by the 911 dispatcher of a possible burglary in progress with an injured victim at the scene. The location was Boulder Circle, an affluent neighborhood nestled among the mountains in Huntsville, Alabama. Investigators would discover the lifeless body of local, well-liked ophthalmologist, Dr. Jack Wilson. As homicide detectives began combing Jack Wilson’s home for clues that day, none of them realized they were about to become involved in the most notorious, shocking murder case in Huntsville's history. Join us as we explore the mystery of the Wilson Murder Trial.
Big...2020-02-1800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 42: The Jersey DevilWhile many aspects of the Jersey Devil legend seem too fantastical to believe, there have been hundreds of sightings of a strange creature in South Jersey over the years. Is it possible that a rare, undiscovered species has taken up residence in there? Are all of the sightings hoaxes, or are people simply mistaking some other kind of animal for a demon? Or, as Harry Leeds, a former mayor and direct descendant of Mother Leeds claims, does a devil still stalk the Pine barrens to this day?
Straight Up Strange Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2303355863253191/?r...2020-02-0400 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 41: The Jamison Family DeathsOn November 16, 2013, the bodies of two adults and a child were found in Red Oak, Oklahoma. The bodies were identified as those of Bobby, Sherilyn and Madyson Jamison, who were reported missing in 2009. The environment in which the corpses had been in made it impossible to identify their causes of death; however, despite the advanced state of decomposition, the coroner was able to identify a hole in Bobby’s skull, possibly from a bullet. Numerous theories have come up over the years although nothing has ever been substantiated and no arrests have ever been made in this case. What happ...2020-01-2100 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 40: Sacred and Sonic GeometrySince ancient times, sages and spiritual teachers have applied meaning to shapes. In these shapes were believed to be the secret to life, a unifying presence or force that could explain the nature of the universe. Nikola Tesla himself stated, “If you only knew the magnificence of the 3, 6 and 9, then you would have the key to the universe.” Do certain numbers really hold the answer to all of life’s secrets? Join us this week as we discuss the mystery of sacred and sonic geometry.
Sources/Information:
https://www.discovermagazine.com/the-sciences/everything-in-the-universe-is-made-of-math-including-you
https...2020-01-0700 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 39: Creepy Christmas Collaboration ("Smee" by A.M. Burrage)Pull a chair up to the fire and join us for a creepy Christmas collaboration! Joining us tonight are the voice talents of Logan and Lindsay from Folklore on the Rocks, and Vanessa and Bailie from Boos and Spirits.
Folklore on the Rocks: www.folkloreontherocks.com
Boos and Spirits: www.boosandspiritspodcast.com
Straight-Up Enigmas is a part of the Straight Up Strange Productions network: www.straightupstrange.com
"Almost Winter" created and produced by Chuck Flyer.
"Smee" written by A.M. Burrage.2019-12-2400 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Episode: 'Twas the Night Before a Strange ChristmasEnjoy this special Christmas collaboration from all members of the Straight Up Strange Productions family! No matter what you celebrate, have a safe and happy holiday season, and we'll see you in 2020! To check out the other Straight Up Strange podcasts, please visit www.straightupstrange.com.
"'Twas the Night Before Christmas" written by Clement Clarke Moore.
Wish Background by Kevin McLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4......) Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-...... Artist: incompetech.com2019-12-2400 min
Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 38: Karen Silkwood — Killed Because She Knew Too Much?When Karen Silkwood blew the whistle on the nuclear power plant where she was employed in 1974, she ended up dead — killed in a fatal car crash. Was she murdered because of her actions against a large, powerful corporation? Was it a conspiracy, or a tragic accident? Stay with me as we discuss the mysterious death of American chemical technician, Karen Silkwood.
Sources/Articles:
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/headlines/society/20140514STO47018/forsmark-how-sweden-alerted-the-world-about-the-danger-of-chernobyl-disaster
https://www.britannica.com/event/Chernobyl-disaster
http://womenwhistleblowers.com/main/2018/12/20/karen-silkwood-nuclear-power-activist/
https://time.com/3574931/karen-silkwood/
...2019-12-1000 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 37: Door to Hell (Darvaza Gas Crater)The concept of Hell exists in almost every religion on the planet. From the fiery pits of Christian Hell to the shadowy pagan dimensions and complex Asian underworlds, Hell is generally thought to be a nether world where the wicked souls of the dead are sent to suffer everlasting punishment, misery and torture. While versions of the inferno differ from one belief system to the next, most cultures agree that it can be accessed by portals pockmarking our earth’s surface. Located in the Karakum Desert, the Darvaza Gas Crater, which has been on fire for almost 50 years, is bel...2019-11-2600 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Episode 36: "My Kentucky Nightmare"Happy Halloween, everyone! To conclude our special mini-series, 13 Nights of Halloween, we're releasing a third bonus episode! Jennifer, the host of Haunted Happenstance, narrates a horrifying, vivid nightmare she had of an inky black figure looming on the ceiling above her as she slept. Was this sleep paralysis or... something else? Her storytelling abilities and attention to detail really bring this terrifying tale to life. Have a happy, safe and spooky Halloween!
Source: "My Kentucky Nightmare" was written and performed by Jennifer of Haunted Happenstance (https://hauntedhappenstance.libsyn.com/)2019-10-3100 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Episode 35: "Dagon" by H.P. Lovecraft (Performed by Kris Rustic)H.P. Lovecraft has been called one of the most influential horror fiction authors of all time. Stephen King himself explained, "Now that time has given us some perspective on his work, I think it is beyond doubt that H.P. Lovecraft has yet to be surpassed as the twentieth century's greatest practitioner of the classic horror tale." In today's special bonus episode as part of our 13 Nights of Halloween, Kris Rustic of Obscure Anomalies performs Lovecraft's short story, "Dagon." Settle in for a creepy, spooky creature tale like no other!
Sources: https://www.biography.com/writer/hp...2019-10-3000 minStraight-Up EnigmasBonus Episode 34: Homicidal Sleepwalkers (Straight Up Strange Crossover)In celebration of Halloween, and with the help of two of my sister podcasts from Straight Up Strange Productions, you’re in store for a unique show tonight. This episode ties together each of our three, very different podcasts and styles to cover one overlapping, and relatively dark topic: the phenomenon of crimes committed while sleepwalking (and not just any crimes, but heinous, sometimes fatal ones.) First up is a fictionalized storytelling by Jennifer from Haunted Happenstance, then followed by some historical true crime facts by yours truly. This is then followed by another factual spin from the sleep/dr...2019-10-2800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 33: The Footless Ghost of Benton FallsOne spring night in a second-floor bedroom of an old creaky house in Benton, Maine, Alan Linnell lay terrified as he felt a presence sit on his bed. He then felt something cold touch his arm. That was just one of dozens of strange events the Linnell family experienced over 13 years beginning in 1964, a year after the family bought the home. The incredible stories might have been dismissed if not for a grisly discovery made in the walls of the home. Join us for another mini-episode as part of our 13 Nights of Halloween, where we discuss the haunting of...2019-10-2800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 32: "My Neighbor Murdered Michael Boudrero"Long-time listener, Breanna, couldn’t believe it when she found out that her neighbor, Craig Duncan Nicholls, was a cold-blooded killer. It just goes to show that we may not really know the people around us as well as we think. The friendly neighbors we wave to every morning or throw summer barbecues with may be greedier, darker and more monstrous than we could ever realize. Join us as we discuss the heinous crime committed by Breanna's neighbor: the murder of Michael Boudrero.
Sources:
https://www.deseret.com/2003/7/24/19737240/kaysville-man-also-faces-charges-in-cache-man-s-death
https://www.heraldextra.com/new...2019-10-2700 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 31: Specter at Horton HallFrom crumbling castles and ghoulish graveyards to misty mountains and chilling churches, Great Britain is full of truly paranormal places. Today’s episode will focus on a lesser-known but beautiful Victorian mansion in England that’s occupied by family friends, Brian and Sue. As you’ll hear, and as Brian and Sue soon found out, one of the former inhabitants of their new home didn’t seem quite ready to move out. Join us as we discuss the history behind Horton Hall, as well as the appearance of an apparition in a wide-brimmed hat.
Sources: https://www.thesun.co...2019-10-2600 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 30: Haunted Goatman's BridgeIn today's mini-episode, we'll explore the legend of the haunted Goatman's Bridge in Texas. Our discussion will feature a personal experience from two of our long-time listeners at the notorious bridge, including a strange photo taken of a couple friends that night. The weird thing about the picture? Only two people posed for the snapshot, but, later, when the group looked more closely at the image, they saw not two, but three faces in the darkness.
Source: https://wedentondoit.com/blog/2013/10/18/back-in-the-day-goatmans-bridge
Music:
Midnight in the Graveyard by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creat...2019-10-2500 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 29: Ghost Ships and the Ourang MedanMaritime history is full of stories of ghost ships and sea serpents. One of the most famous of these mysteries is the legendary Dutch freighter, S.S. Ourang Medan. According to the myth, a strange radio message was received by numerous ships traveling along the Straits of Malacca in 1847. Those that received this message, an SOS, insisted that it went: “All officers, including the captain, are dead. Lying in chartroom and bridge. Possibly whole crew dead. ...I die.” Rescuers on the scene found the ship completely unharmed but the entire crew, including the dog, dead with terrified expressions. Join us a...2019-10-2400 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 28: "Someone Was Watching Me Sleep"You know that creeping sensation you get when you think someone's watching you? Several scientific studies have found evidence to suggest that our minds have a mysterious capacity to sense what's happening around us, even if we’re not actually "seeing" it. But, is it all only in our minds? Do we have a sixth sense, something that tells us whether a stranger is near, watching us? Tune in to hear a true and terrifying story from Shailee, one of our long-time listeners, titled, “Someone Was Watching Me Sleep.”
Source: https://www.sciencealert.com/the-science-behind-why-you-think-you-re-being-watched
This epis...2019-10-2300 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 27: Valentino's Cursed RingIn the 1920's, Rudolph Valentino was a movie star. After purchasing a simple silver ring from a San Francisco shop, however, his career and his life would come to an abrupt end. As we'll see in this episode, the notorious ring brought misfortune to every single one of its owners. Do you believe in curses?
https://www.ripleys.com/weird-news/cursed-ring/
https://www.thescarechamber.com/the-cursed-ring-of-rudolph-valentino/
Comfortable Mystery 1 - Film Noire by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com...2019-10-2200 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 26: Niels Högel and Killer NursesNurses are supposed to help those under their care. They’re supposed to heal and protect us. Maybe that’s why so many of these individuals get away with murder for so long. No one suspects these caregivers of being capable of such heinous crimes. While history is littered with medical professionals who murdered their patients, on this episode, we discuss one nurse who is considered the most prolific serial killer in the history of peacetime Germany and perhaps the world.
https://www.ranker.com/list/serial-killer-nurses/april-a-taylor
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/10/world/europe/germany-serial-killer-nurse.html...2019-10-2100 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 25: Terrifying Sleep Paralysis ExperienceIn this spine-tingling episode, we’re sharing a short but shocking sleep paralysis experience from Carlie, one of our long-time listeners. Our special mini-series, 13 Nights of Halloween, continues everyday leading up to October 31.
https://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/what-you-should-know-about-sleep-paralysis
This episode was written and produced by me, Jaden McKell. The theme song was created by Chuck Flyer. 2019-10-2000 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 24: "My Grandmother's Haunted House"Creepypastas are scary stories and media shared over and over again on the internet. Kicking off Straight-Up Enigmas' special mini-series, 13 Nights of Halloween, is a bite-sized terrifying tale featuring at least two elements so popular in creepypastas: a haunted house and a man made entirely of shadow.
https://www.reddit.com/r/freehorrorstories/comments/8hrd08/true_paranormal_my_grandmothers_haunted_house/
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/movies/a24404636/creepypasta-scariest-stories/
Dreams Become Real by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.h...2019-10-1900 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 23: The Croglin Grange VampireThe legend of the “Croglin Grange Vampire” first appeared in the 1890s, written by English author Augustus Hare. Hare claimed that he was sharing a “really extraordinary” story from the family of his good friend, Captain Fisher. The tale takes place in Cumberland, England, but when it was discovered that no place called Croglin Grange actually existed in Cumberland, people began to question the validity of Hare’s tale. Is Croglin Grange based on a real location? Did the undead really attack the tenants living there? Stay with us this week as we unpack the legend of the Croglin Grange Vamp...2019-10-0100 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 22: Jean Townsend and Ruislip's Murder MileIn 1954, 21-year-old Jean Marie (or Mary) Townsend, lived with her parents in South Ruislip, England and worked as a theatrical costumer in London's West End. On the night of September 14, 1954, she attended a social event in the West End, returning to Ruislip later that night on the last Central line train. Her body was discovered the next morning on waste ground to the north side of Victoria Road, and the autopsy report stated that she had been strangled with her own scarf. Who killed Jean Townsend? Was it someone she knew or a complete stranger who just happened to b...2019-08-2700 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 21: The Omen’s CurseOf all haunted Hollywood’s cursed film productions, one in particular is considered to have one of the worst movie curses of all time. The film tells the story of a man who accidentally adopts the Antichrist as his son, and the movie remains one of horror's most successful franchises. But what was it about the set that led producers to believe the film was really cursed by the devil himself? Join us to learn more about the horrifying 1976 film, The Omen. Theme song created by Chuck Flyer. Research and production by Jaden McKell. Promos by Into the Portal and...2019-06-2500 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 20: Flight 19 In December 1945, five Navy bombers carrying 14 men took off from a Fort Lauderdale, Florida, airfield to practice bombing runs over some nearby shoals. But with his compasses apparently malfunctioning, the leader of the mission, known as Flight 19, became hopelessly lost. All five planes flew aimlessly until they ran low on fuel and were forced to ditch at sea. What happened to Flight 19? Were any remains of the bombers ever recovered? What about the crewmen? Listen in as we take a closer look into the enigmatic Flight 19.
https://www.history.com/topics/folklore/bermuda-triangle
http://www...2019-05-2800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 19: Jean SpanglerOn October 7, 1949, American actress Jean Spangler left her home in Los Angeles to meet with her ex-husband about a late child support payment, but she was never seen again. The only clues left behind were a purse with a torn strap and a note assigned to a mysterious "Kirk." What happened to Jean Spangler? Was gangster Mickey Cohen involved? Did actor Kirk Douglas have anything to do with the young starlet's disappearance? Listen to this week's episode to find out!
Articles Used in Research:
https://thelifeandtimesofhollywood.com/the-chilling-disappearance-of-jean-spangler-did-kirk-douglas-kill-her/
https://www.filmsite.org/40sintro.html
https://en.wi...2019-02-1200 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 18: The Enfield PoltergeistThe story of the Enfield Poltergeist, which inspired the 2016 horror-film The Conjuring 2, held the nation spellbound and became one of the most famous supernatural cases in history. It involved strange voices, levitation, flying objects, furniture being moved through the air, cold breezes and more—and while some call it a hoax, others consider it to be one of the most-witnessed cases of supernatural activity to date. Is it a hoax? Evidence of the paranormal? Listen to this week's episode to find out! This episode was created and produced by Jaden McKell. Promos by Into the Portal and Going West Po...2019-02-0500 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 17: The Lady of the DunesIn the summer of 1974, in the dunes of Provincetown, a coastal resort community on Cape Cod, a teenage girl walking her dog discovered the badly decomposed corpse of a young woman. The woman, eventually named the "Lady of the Dunes," was found lying face down on a beach towel, nude, with a bandanna and a pair of jeans folded beneath her head. Several theories have been made over the years in an attempt to identify the Lady of the Dunes. In 2015, writer Joe Hill, son of horror novelist Stephen King, proposed one of the most popular after watching Steven S...2019-01-2900 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 16: The Cursed Basano VaseThe Basano Vase is made of carved silver and was most likely created in 15th century Italy as a wedding gift for an Italian bride. On her wedding night, the new bride was found lying on the floor, dying, and clutching the vase to her chest. With her dying breath, the bride promised to return and seek revenge. No one knows exactly how she died, but now, the legend goes that every person who has owned the vase since has died within a three-month period. Where is the vase now? Why has it killed so many people? Listen to...2019-01-2200 minStraight-Up EnigmasBONUS: Updates in JonBenét Ramsey CaseIn Straight-Up Enigmas' first episode, we covered the story of Jonbenét Ramsey, a child beauty-pageant queen, who was found dead in the basement of her family's Boulder, Colorado, home on Dec. 26, 1996. To this day, her case remains unsolved. New developments in the case, including a convicted pedophile's confession, will be discussed in this bonus episode. Theme song created and owned by Chuck Flyer. Comfortable Mystery 1 - Film Noire by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100287. Artist: http://incompetech.com/.
‘I w...2019-01-1900 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 15: Cleopatra's Hidden TombCleopatra ruled Egypt for 21 years, during which she both married and killed her brothers, killed her sister, bedded Julius Caesar, and had a long-standing affair with Roman general, Mark Antony. Cleopatra is arguably one of the most recognizable female figures in history. But if her name is so famous and her story so well-known, then where is she? Cleopatra’s final resting place remains undiscovered to this day. How can someone so… legendary... just disappear? Was her suicide actually a religious sacrifice? Did she continue to scheme and plot right up until the end? Join us on this week's epis...2019-01-1500 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 14: Debi Kent17-year-old high school senior, Debi Kent, went missing on the night of November 8, 1974 after leaving a school play with her parents. Investigators believe she was abducted and murdered by serial killer Ted Bundy while on his reign of terror in Utah. Bundy admitted to killing Debi just before his execution, but police were never able to locate her body. Was Bundy telling the truth? Was he the one responsible for Debi's disappearance? If so, where did he leave her body? Listen in as I discuss the probable murder of Debi Kent by Ted Bundy, including quotes and thoughts from...2019-01-0800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 13: Elisa LamA mysterious surveillance video of Elisa Lam in the Cecil Hotel’s elevator shows that she might have suffered a mental breakdown before drowning herself in one of the hotel’s water tanks. Due to her strange behavior in the elevator, others think Elisa was running from an attacker—or worse—a demon of some kind. What really happened to Elisa Lam? Join us for this week’s episode to hear some of the strange circumstances and theories surrounding the enigma of Elisa Lam.2018-12-1800 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 12: The Vanished Sodder ChildrenEarly on Christmas morning, 1945, a fire destroyed the home of George and Jennie Sodder, leaving five of the couple’s 10 children dead. Or were they? The many mysteries surrounding the fire have made the Sodder children the center of one of America's most infamous unsolved cases. Listen in as we discuss the enigma of the vanished Sodder children. Copyright info: straightupenigmas.home.blog.2018-12-1100 min
Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 11: Sleep Paralysis & Shadow PeopleSleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move or speak. One of the more frightening elements of sleep paralysis is seeing dark, shadowy figures floating toward you or hulking in the corner of your bedroom. Science has found a way to explain away the appearance of shadow people during sleep paralysis episodes, but what does it have to say about those who have seen shadow people during their waking hours?2018-12-0400 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 10: Fermi ParadoxAccording to NASA, for humans to be alone in the universe would be a one in 10 billion trillion chance. If there are theoretically 10 quadrillion intelligent civilizations in the universe, and if the chances of us being alone are 1 in 10 billion trillion, then where are all the aliens? See straightupenigmas.home.blog for copyright info for the songs used. 2018-11-2700 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 9: The Impossible Murder of Julia WallaceOnce in a while a case comes along that is truly baffling—one that requires a more in-depth look. The killing of Julia Wallace is seen as the impossible murder; it’s a story that’s stumped even the brightest of super sleuths. Join me this week as we take our most detailed dive into the champion of all murder mysteries: The Murder of Julia Wallace. Copyright information at straightupenigmas.home.blog. 2018-11-2000 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 8: The Voynich ManuscriptIt could be a travel diary written by aliens, or a witch’s spellbook. It could just be a strangely encoded book of botany. IT is the Voynich Manuscript, and it's one of the most puzzling mysteries in the history of the world. See website for copyright info.2018-11-1300 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 7: The Disappearance of Paula Jean WeldenOn the night of December 1, 1946, Paula Jean Welden told her roommate she was going for a "long walk," but she never returned. Was she murdered? A runaway? Tune into this week's episode to hear the details of the mysterious and chaotic investigation that followed. Copyright information for Kevin MacLeod's Dreams Become Real available at https://straightupenigmas.home.blog.
2018-11-0600 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 6: "I Grew Up in a Haunted House"An old friend, Haley, describes the mysterious events that took place in the remodeled church that acted as her childhood home. On tonight's special Halloween episode, you'll also hear the story of Haley's other haunted house she moved into in Salt Lake City, Utah. Join the discussion in this week's episode of Straight-Up Enigmas. Go to straightupenigmas.home.blog for copyright information. 2018-10-3000 min
Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 5: The Circleville LettersIn 1976, the peaceful town of Circleville, Ohio was interrupted by a mysterious letter writer leaving thousands of violent, vulgar letters in its residents' mailboxes. Who was this enigmatic author? Was he or she responsible for the death of one Circleville resident? Listen in to this week's episode to find out.2018-10-2300 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 4: Flo's Grave at Ogden City CemeteryLegend says that if you shine your headlights on Florence (Flo) Grange's headstone three times, she will appear and walk toward your car. Is the legend true? Can Flo really be summoned just by shining lights on her grave? Join me this week as I discuss my own supernatural encounter at Flo's grave. 2018-10-1600 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 3: The Faces of BélmezMaría Gómez Pereira noticed an eerie, dark stain on her kitchen floor resembling a man's face. Ripping up the floor and digging underneath the house revealed a shocking and ghastly secret kept hidden for 700 years. Even after the hole was filled, several more faces appeared. What were the Bélmez Faces? Was it all just a hoax? Was the Spanish government faking test results and lying to the public as a way to bring tourists to the country? 2018-10-0900 min
Straight-Up EnigmasEpisode 2: Walter Collins & the Wineville Chicken Coop MurdersChristine Collins claimed the strange, quiet little boy brought home to her by the LAPD in 1928 was not her missing son, but the police refused to believe her. Was the boy actually Christine's son, Walter, or was he an imposter? If so, where was the real Walter? Was he still alive? And what was going on in the mysterious town of Wineville less than 50 miles to the east? Listen in as we discuss this nearly century-old enigma of Walter Collins and the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders. 2018-10-0200 minStraight-Up EnigmasEpisode 1: JonBenét RamseyOn December 26, 1996, six-year-old beauty pageant queen, JonBenét Ramsey, was found murdered in her Boulder, Colorado home. Almost 22 years later, the enigma remains: Who killed JonBenét Ramsey?2018-09-2500 min