"If you wake up and find mommy dead in the morning, you have to promise, promise, promise to take my contacts out." Parents, right?

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If you'd like to see some images of Andrea Abbate's mother and father, you can find those on Instagram @thelapsepodcast.

With Their Boots On – Andrea Abbate | Episode 41

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The Lapse SPOOKYTELLING Podcast returns this Halloween for an exceptionally creepy special.  Remember: it happened to a friend of a friend of mine...

Original story by Michael Lutz, @WarrenIsDead.
Play the interactive game for yourself at www.correlatedcontents.com/misc/father.

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My Father’s Long, Long Legs – Michael Lutz | Episode 53

When one death gives life to another.

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New Kid – Danielle Coralles | Episode 52

Ever dream of starring in a Canadian reality TV show? Well, I sure didn't... Until I was cast in one.

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The Skinny White Oprah – Kyle Gest | Episode 51

Niki's husband was planning to kill her... Until her best friend Diane showed up at the door. Now what Diane doesn't know might kill her too. Credit for the outstanding interview used in this episode goes to The Lip, where another version of this story first aired.

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Mark / Velvet / Murder – The Lip | Episode 50

How do you go from the future VP of a billion dollar company to making $12 a week? Meet Marge Crawford.

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With Their Boots On – Andrea Abbate | Episode 41

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