Suspects & Spirits

Donnah Winger had just become a mother when she was brutally murdered in her own home on August 29, 1995. Her devastated husband, Mark was suddenly left to navigate life with their newborn daughter. Mark Winger told police he shot an intruder to save his wife, and the case was quickly ruled self-defense. In Part 1, we dive into who Donnah was, her marriage to Mark, the events leading up to that afternoon, and the people who stepped in to help in the aftermath. But as the details unfold, one thing becomes clear...this story may not be as simple as it...

Happy New Year, Ghouligans! What better way to kick off the year than with four eerie listener stories? This month’s Boo’s Clues episode is brought to you by wailing river spirits, prophetic witches, disturbing encounters with psychiatric patients who believe they are reincarnated serial killers, and something watching from the woods. So, dim the lights, pour a drink, and settle in... It’s story time.

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Beverly Hills isn’t exactly known for hauntings...but maybe it should be. In the 1960s, actress Elke Sommer and her husband Joe Hyams experienced years of escalating paranormal activity in their secluded canyon home: ghostly apparitions, moving furniture, independent witnesses, formal investigations, and an eerily accurate psychic warning that came true in the most terrifying way possible. This is one of Hollywood’s most overlooked (and unsettling) haunting cases.

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On July 9, 1993, Stephanie (Stacy) Wasilishin’s death was ruled a homicide. Yet, more than thirty years later, the case remains officially “unsolved.” On the night she was killed in her Sedona, Arizona home, her three-year-old daughter was awake and present, and told investigators repeatedly what she saw. Her older daughter, Nikki, slept down the hall, unaware that her life was about to change forever. The only person left to tell what happened was the suspect, Stephanie's boyfriend Russell.

In this episode, we walk through the timeline of that night, the forensic findings, and the witness accounts that follow...

In 1971, two young boys digging in a garden in Hexham, England uncovered two small carved stone heads...and what followed became one of Britain’s strangest paranormal cases. Soon after the discovery, unexplained disturbances began inside the home and spread next door, culminating in terrifying encounters with a dark, animal-like figure. When the heads were removed for study, the activity didn’t stop—it followed, appearing hundreds of miles away and repeating the same disturbing patterns. With multiple witnesses, identical descriptions, and no clear explanation, the Hexham Heads case blurs the line between folklore, poltergeist activity, and something far more u...

This week, we dive into the twisted life of Graham Young, the notorious “Teacup Poisoner,” whose obsession with toxicology began in childhood and ended in a national scandal. From his early experiments on family members, to his years inside Broadmoor Hospital, to the shocking poisonings at a Hertfordshire factory, this is a case full of red flags, arrogance, audacity, and unbelievable oversight. With diary entries, survivor accounts, hospital errors, and one of the most chilling criminal minds in British history—this episode will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about poisoners.

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In this episode, we explore the extraordinary and unsettling possession of Gottliebin Dittus, a case that unfolded in the Black Forest village of Möttlingen. What began as strange knocking and unexplained illness quickly escalated into full-blown chaos. We are talking violent poltergeist activity, grotesque physical manifestations, and terrifying apparitions that left witnesses speechless.  This TWO year haunting is one that still baffles historians, theologians, and paranormal researchers today. 

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Happy Thanksgiving True Crime Coven! Today, we’re serving up a feast of listener stories that are equal parts spooky, hilarious, and jaw-dropping. From Olympic-level family pettiness at the dinner table to nephews casually chatting about past lives, this episode has it all. We’ve got a family who ditched Black Friday shopping for full-on ghost hunting, a Thanksgiving murder confession no one saw coming, and even a "helpful" spirit who likes to piss off Grandma. Grab your leftovers and settle in. These listener tales prove that when it comes to family gatherings, the ghosts aren’t always the scariest part.

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In 1986, four-year-old Jessica Gutierrez disappeared from her South Carolina home in the middle of the night, leaving behind only a few strange clues and a single chilling statement from the sister who slept beside her... Her sister insisted that a man in a “wizard hat” carried Jessica away. After massive searches and years of dead ends, Jessica’s case refused to fade from the community’s memory. This episode breaks down what happened that night, the troubling investigation that followed, and the decades-long fight to uncover the truth.

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In 1988, a young mother in San Pedro, California, became the center of one of the most unsettling hauntings ever documented. After moving into a small bungalow, Jackie Hernandez was confronted with violent paranormal activity that drew the attention of investigator Dr. Barry Taff and his team. What began as strange noises escalated into physical attacks, eerie apparitions, and a terrifying incident in the attic that nearly turned fatal. This episode explores the true story behind the San Pedro Haunting — one of the most disturbing cases ever recorded.

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Buckle up, True Crime Coven — this one’s a wild ride. Today we’re diving into the twisted story of Katherine Knight, the Aussie woman with a fiery temper, a love of knives, and one of the most disturbing crime scenes in history. After years of chaos and violent relationships, Katherine murdered her partner John Price in a scene so horrific it left even the most seasoned detectives physically ill. Listener discretion is advised — this story is not for the faint of heart.

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In 1955, a quiet Kentucky farmhouse became the center of one of America’s strangest events. When glowing, otherworldly beings surrounded the Lankford family home, a night of chaos and fear unfolded. This story has gone down in history as one of the most compelling and controversial UFO encounters ever recorded. Today, we revisit the 1955 Kelly–Hopkinsville encounter.

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Happy Halloween, Ghouligans! Today our countdown goes out with a bang — because we’re back with another round of terrifying Boo's Clues submissions. From a séance gone wrong, to trick-or-treating at a killer’s house, and eerie encounters with black-eyed kids. These true tales prove Halloween isn’t just costumes and candy. Sometimes, the spirits show up too. So, lock the doors, light a candle, and settle in...it’s story time.

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This week we end our countdown to Halloween with cases from New Orleans’ French Quarter, where vampire legends and true crime collide. From the mysterious arrival of the Casket Girls to the brutal crimes of the Carter Brothers, we uncover how fear, folklore, and bloodshed gave rise to one of America’s darkest supernatural legends.

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As we continue our countdown to Halloween, Taylor brings you aboard one of America’s most haunted ships — the RMS Queen Mary. From her glittering past as a luxury ocean liner to her darker legacy as a floating ghost ship, the Queen Mary carries stories that refuse to sink. We’ll dive into the legend of Jackie, the little girl said to haunt the ship’s drained pool, explore the famous Dark Harbor Halloween event, and uncover why this historic vessel has become a beacon for paranormal believers around the world.

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On Halloween night in 2002, 21-year-old Christopher Jenkins vanished after leaving a Minneapolis bar. Four months later, his body was found in the Mississippi River — still wearing his costume. What began as a tragic accident soon revealed darker possibilities. On this episode of Suspects & Spirits, we revisit that cold Halloween night to uncover the mysteries surrounding Christopher’s death. What really happened in the final hours before he disappeared.

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On Halloween night, legends say the Devil himself walks among us. Sometimes disguised as a charming stranger on the dance floor. In honor of Spooky Season, this episode of Suspects & Spirits traces the Devil’s footsteps through scripture, theology, history, and lore. From a haunted barn dance to the creation of The Devil’s Bible, and even a cursed tree said to bear his name. These legends help us explore why Halloween is — and perhaps always will be — the Devil’s favorite night of the year.

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Just days before Halloween in 2014, the body of Patricia Ward, a beloved professor, was discovered outside her home. At first, some mistook the gruesome scene for a Halloween decoration. But what looked like a macabre display was, in fact, a real-life horror. In this episode, we examine Patricia’s life, the shocking events of that night, and the tragic story behind one of the most disturbing Halloween cases in recent memory.

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Join the coven for some spooky stories! On today's episode, Taylor reads through this month's Boo's Clues submissions! From spooky sleepovers to date nights gone awry, this batch of stories is sure to satisfy your creepy cravings, and give you a good laugh. Cozy up and grab some popcorn, it's story time!

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For nearly a century, drivers along Archer Avenue have told the same chilling story: a young woman in a white dress hails a ride, only to vanish at the gates of Resurrection Cemetery. Known as Resurrection Mary, she’s Chicago’s most enduring ghost. In this episode, we trace her origins in the 1930s dance halls, explore eyewitness accounts from cab drivers and locals, and uncover why her legend still haunts the city today.

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On September 10, 2015, 41-year-old Cristin Crable vanished from her Scottsdale apartment. Cristin left behind her car, her belongings, and her children. Nearly a decade later, her case remains unsolved, with foul play suspected. In this episode, we revisit the timeline, the investigation, and the family still searching for answers.

If you were in Scottsdale, Arizona around September 2015 and have any information about Cristin’s disappearance, please contact the Scottsdale Police at: 480-312-5000. Even the smallest detail could help.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or at silentwitness.org.

In the mid 2000's, a quiet family home in South Shields, England became the stage for one of the most disturbing poltergeist cases in modern history. Furniture moved on its own, toys turned sinister, and even investigators claimed to witness terrifying apparitions firsthand. With chilling testimony, violent attacks, and evidence that continues to divide believers and skeptics, the South Shields case remains a haunting mystery. This week on Suspects & Spirits, we revisit the story that still sparks debate: was it a hoax, hysteria… or proof of something darker?

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In 2005, 16-year-old Adrianne Reynolds had just started a new life in East Moline, Illinois. But what began as teenage friendships quickly turned into jealousy, betrayal, and a deadly conspiracy. This week on Suspects & Spirits, we unravel the tragic murder of Adrianne Reynolds — from the events that led to her disappearance, to the shocking investigation that exposed the dark side of teenage rivalry.

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Standing tall on Florida’s coast, the St. Augustine Lighthouse has guided sailors for centuries — but behind its beam lies a story of pirate encounters, accidents, loss, and lingering spirits. In this episode, we explore the history of the lighthouse, the tragedies that shaped it, and the ghostly encounters that make it one of America’s most haunted landmarks.

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In 1986, flight attendant Helle Crafts disappeared without a trace. What followed was a murder case so grisly it later inspired a scene in the movie, Fargo. This week on Suspects & Spirits, we uncover the chilling story of the “Woodchipper Murder” — from Helle’s last days to the evidence that shocked the world.

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What began as an innocent gift soon became one of the most infamous haunted objects in history. In this episode, we explore the Annabelle case from every angle — how she got her name, the Warren’s involvement, the eerie history of Raggedy Ann, and how this doll helped shape the Warren legacy. We’ll also dive deeper into who the Warrens entrusted with Annabelle after their passing, and how their legacy will be carried on.

This episode is in loving memory of Dan Rivera.

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Join the coven for some spooky stories! On today's episode, Taylor reads through this month's Boo's Clues submissions! From babysitters gone bad to marriage by murder, this batch of stories is sure to satisfy your creepy cravings. Cozy up and grab some popcorn, it's story time!

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In the 1990's, a series of gruesome murders shocked the city of Dallas— each victim was found with their eyes carefully removed. Authorities traced the crimes to a charming, charismatic, man named Charles Albright. From the outside, he seemed like any other average guy. But Charles had a dark past and a fascination with one particular body part....eyeballs. This week on Suspects & Spirits, we uncover the chilling story of the man known as the Eyeball Killer.

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In the quiet village of Dodleston, England, a schoolteacher stumbled upon a series of chilling messages appearing on his computer—messages seemingly sent by a man from the 16th century… and possibly by entities beyond time itself. Was it a hoax, a haunting, a glitch in the Matrix? This episode dives into one of the most bizarre and debated paranormal cases of all time: The Dodleston Messages.

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On April 29, 2023, what began as an innocent sleepover ended in the brutal deaths of multiple children, sending shock waves through a small Oklahoma town. Today we examine the tragic events surrounding the Henryetta Slumber Party Massacre. In this episode we break down the facts of the case, the investigation that followed, and the disturbing history of the man responsible.

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Hidden behind Huntsville’s Maple Hill Cemetery, Dead Children’s Playground has become the center of eerie legends and ghostly tales. In this episode, we explore the chilling history and paranormal reports tied to this unsettling site. From unexplained swing movements to whispers in the dark, we dig into what makes this playground one of Alabama’s most haunted spots.

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Step inside the infamous Zak Bagans Museum with me as I recount my eerie, nausea-inducing experience room by room. From cursed artifacts to oppressive energies, this episode dives into the visceral reality of being surrounded by the world's most haunted objects - and how it left more than just a chill.

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On Valentine’s Day in 2000, 9-year-old Asha Degree vanished from her Shelby, North Carolina home in the early morning hours. Her packed bookbag was found miles away, but Asha was never seen again. Was this a case of a runaway — or something far more sinister?

In this episode, we examine one of the most heartbreaking and enduring unsolved missing child cases in America. We’ll walk through the timeline, suspicious sightings, key evidence, and chilling theories that continue to confound investigators more than two decades later.

In this episode Taylor explores the chilling case of the Tallman House Haunting, when a second hand bunk bed turned into the battleground of bizarre and terrifying activity for a small town Wisconsin family. Was it a cursed object? Mass hysteria? Or something darker? Tune in as we untangle the mystery behind the Midwest's most infamous and unsettling haunting.

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Today we peel back the layers of a man who weaponized trust, explore the horrifying gaps in hospital oversight, and ask ourselves: Why did no one speak up earlier?

This episode takes a deeper look at the many victims and horrific crimes of Charles Cullen. A man who was supposed to save lives, but played God instead. With a 16-year career as a nurse, Charles became one of the most prolific serial killers in American history - leaving a trail of unexplained deaths across multiple hospitals.

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In today's episode Taylor reads the first batch of Boo's Clues submissions. From creepy creatures, to even creepier humans - these listener stories are wild. Buckle up and grab some popcorn for spooky story time. Got a story to tell? Send it in for the next episode of Boo's Clue's!

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Grab your flashlight and your sage - today we dive into the most haunted pond in America. Located deep in the Virginia woods lies Braley Pond - with a peaceful sounding-picnic spot, and a deeply unsettling reputation, this pond leaves visitors questioning their own sanity. From a brutal murder that stained its waters in 2003, to the chilling paranormal fallout that followed. This episode explores the terrifying accounts of those who dared to investigate and ask the ultimate question: Does dark energy linger?

Sources:

Podcast “What Happened at Braley Pond?” By Charles Moss

An artice from The Dyrt, also by Chalres Moss

https://thedyrt.com/magazine/loca...

In today's episode we unravel a mystery that has plagued a quiet English village for over a century. In 1902, a young servant girl was found brutally murdered in her employers cottage. With scandal, suspicion, and religious rifts tearing through the tight-knit community, the question remains: Who killed Rose Harsent? 

Sources: 

Was Justice Served? Podcast hosted by Jen Bladwin and David Wilson

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=sOCHCW9ppAQ&pp=0gcJCdgAo7VqN5tD

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peasenhall_murder

In today's episode we check into Oklahoma's infamously haunted, Skirvin Hotel. This episode has it all. From famous presidents, to NBA players refusing to bunk alone, and even a frisky, female, ghost. This place has a rep. 

Sources: 

https://www.legendsofamerica.com/ok-skirvinhotel/

https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20211028-the-skirvin-the-us-most-haunted-hotel

https://www.theplayerstribune.com/articles/tim-hardaway-jr-skirvin-hotel-okc

https://www.thesirenspodcast.com/post/holly-s-hauntings-skirvin-hotel

Sources: 

Arizona Family Investigates Podcast Limited Series called: True Crime Arizona: The Phantom Killer (Host: Morgan Loew)

https://tucson.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/man-convicted-in-killings-of-sierra-vista-girls-is-back/article_3e867d2e-f6fe-11e8-9f37-83ea8a82006b.html

https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/sierravista/when-a-serial-killer-terrorized-sierra-vista/article_410577d0-b5dc-11ec-8bac-8b49c4326b3e.html

https://www.kbzk.com/cnn-regional/2019/01/10/phantom-killer-of-children-sent-back-to-arizona-prison/