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This week you're all getting a real treat. We don't do a lot of heavy hitters, but this week we've got one of the first heavy hitters in the true crime world. None other than, Jack the Ripper! Next, as promised in the last episode, a brief update on Gypsy Rose Blanchard. Our throwbacks are a Wizard of Oz scene conspiracy, and the 90s kids rock tv show, Kids Can Rock and Roll, featuring the group "Kideo". Find us on Instagram or write to us at [email protected].

I feel like this is start of a lot of episodes lately, but....we're baaaack! Yup, after an extended holiday break, we figured out our schedules and finally found a day to record! First is some female con artist stories from the opulent gilded age. Next a story many lovers of true crime know, the axe murderer of New Orleans...but with some new info! Only one throwback this week, the bakery found in many malls in the 90s and early 00s...mmmMuffins. They sold all kinds of...you guessed it...muffins! Find us on Instagram or email us at [email protected].

Here it is, the one and only episode we'll be releasing in December...so listen slowly! First up, some shudder inducing Christmas killings. Next, a phenomenon that will make you want to check all your crawl spaces, all the time...phrogging. We also have a few odd Victorian traditions to round this holiday episode. Our throwbacks are Christmas carol books, and the classic holiday film, The Muppet Christmas Carol. Message us with your creepy stories on Instagram, or write in to, [email protected]. We hope you all have a happy holiday season, see you in the new year!

Today we discuss the controversial research study on twins conducted by the adoption agency, Louise Wise Services, in the 1960s. Then, we get into a true crime "heavy hitter" with a brief recounting of BTK. Our throwbacks are 90s R&B songs with subtle (or overtly) sexual lyrics, and the show Twin Peaks. Send us a message on Instagram with your creepy tales, or write to us at [email protected].

It's almost Halloween, so we have some spoooky stories for your listening pleasure. First, a women who allegedly has telekinetic powers, and is serving jail time for a death some say she wasn't responsible for...or was she? Next, the story of how a massive house in California was built on the advice of medium for the widow of a famous gunmaker. Our throwbacks are dance crazes, and the show Supernatural. You can connect with us on Instagram, or write to us at [email protected].

Happy Friday the 13th! It's been a few weeks, but we're back with another episode. Today we have the story of a horrible Canadian murder case, and the man who was wrongfully convicted of the crime. Then a tale of a meeting with the Devil. Our throwbacks are the TV show Zoobilee Zoo and the Mandela effect of the Berenstain Bears spelling. Find us on Instagram or write to us at [email protected].

We're back! It's been a hot minute, the summer was crazier than we expected and our schedules just didn't jive to record. Today we have a good old fashioned ghost story, because who doesn't like a haunting? Also, if you didn't have anxiety before, you may have it after learning you might all of a sudden burst into flames. Our throwbacks are many....BodyBreak, Snackwells cookies, 90s talk shows, Bob Barker, and Jimmy Buffet. Apparently we're making up for those missing weeks. Write in to us [email protected] or find us on Instagram if you have a story or throwback to share.

Today we have a shallow jump into the story of Ed Kemper. I'm sure you've heard of him, he's one of those killers you know the name of, but maybe you don't really know the story. Next, because it's summer blockbuster movie time, is the inspiration for the the novel and movie, Jaws. You may want to be careful going into the water on those hot days. Our throwbacks are Rugrats...that 90s show about babies and toddlers we all loved, and Cool Tops Skipper...because who didn't love making tiny T's for their dolls? I totally did! Find us on Instagram and send us your creepy tales. Or write to us at [email protected].

Maybe the Anne Delvey of her time, Princess Caraboo convinced a small village she was a foreign princess...but was she? Then, we have a brief retelling of the story of cocaine bear, you'll love it. Our throwbacks are the old school seat belts that did up just at the waist and would burn your stomach in the summer because they got so hot, and the movie Blow...because sometimes we like to stay on theme. Find us on Instagram where you can send in your stories or email us as [email protected].

Today we give you the amazing survivor story of Shasta Groene. Then, we move to a story in honour of Pride month...the Stonewall Riots. Our throwbacks are the movie Beetlejuice, and Frank Costanza's couch pose in Seinfeld. Message us with your stories or throwbacks on Instagram, or write in to [email protected].

Today we tell the story of two women who have a docuseries based on them. First is the exaggerated life of Anna Sorokin, aka Anna Delvey...you can find her series on Netflix (if you haven't already). Next we have the case of Candy Montgomery...her story has two versions, one on Hulu/Crave, the other on Disney+. After you listen to us, check them out if you want a weekend true crime binge. Our throwbacks are Kool-Aid in the single serve packets (you can't find those in Canada folks), and the song "Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy". Find and connect with us on Instagram, or write in at [email protected].

Today we give you the conclusion of Anthalia Ponsell Lindsley, and then lighten the mood with some game show scandals. What was your favourite game on the Price is Right? Remember Supermarket Sweep? Our throwbacks are Miss Mary Mack, Barney, and Nesquik powder in the tin (which apparently you can still find, but I can only find it in the plastic container). Follow us on Instagram, message us, or email us at ithappenedtopod@gmail with your stories and throwbacks.