Anxious and Afraid The Pod

Join the girls this week as they get into the Halloween spirit with a chilling ghost story. On today's episode, it's Abby's turn to tell Shawna an anxiety inducing tale of the haunting of Heceta Lighthouse. Located in Florence, Oregon is the picturesque Heceta lighthouse which holds a few mysteries and a resident ghost who is sure to give you the chills. Learn about the history of the lighthouse and get seriously creeped out as the crew details first hand accounts of the ghostly activity within.

In this weeks episode, Shawna tells us the story of Phil Hartman who is best known for his work on Saturday Night Live. Listen in as Shawna tells the tale of Phil's humble beginning, his rise to fame and his tragic ending. Join the girls for this gripping story of money, fame, and lots of cocaine.

In this week's episode, join the crew of Anxious and Afraid as Abby tells Shawna all about the harrowing murder of Sheila von Wiese-Mack, a wealthy mother and widow who was struck down while vacationing with her daughter, Heather Mack in Bali. Strap in for a roller coaster of emotions as the girls go through the details of this dramatic and complicated case.

In this week's episode Shawna tells Abby about the bizarre reincarnation case of James Leininger. As young as the age of two, James showed in-depth interest and knowledge of WWII aircraft and seemingly his own death from a past life. Listen in as the...

On today’s episode, it’s Abby’s turn to tell Shawna a truly mind blowing historical tale. Listen in as Abby takes us back to medieval times for a story of dancing, death, and destruction. Come party like its 1518 with the crew as they discuss the mystery around the Dancing Plague which claimed so many lives.

Join the hosts of Anxious and Afraid for a special Friday the 13th episode this week as Shawna tells Abby all about the jarring twists and turns in this terribly heart breaking tale of mystery, deceit, and murder. Listen in as the girls discuss the tragic demise of Susan Powell, a wife and mother of two boys from Utah. Before the story kicks off they chat a bit about Friday the 13th facts and get a live tarot card reading! Afterwards, to lighten the mood after a devastating case, the crew take turns sharing spooky anecdotes.

Join the hosts of Anxious and Afraid for their second episode, which will feature a Florida true crime story. This week it’s Abby’s turn to surprise Shawna with an anxiety-inducing tale and she has chosen the tragic murder of Karen Pannell. Listen in as Abby tells Shawna all about the possible suspects and theories in this dramatic case full of twists and turns that ends with a thrilling reveal. And don’t worry; we have some bonus info such as a few pickup lines you probably haven’t heard before and some fun facts about the long ago year of 2003!

Join Abby and Shawna for their very first episode of Anxious and Afraid! Two spooky best friends who love talking about the insanity of true crime and all of the weird shit in this world. Our first episode adventure is Shawna's favorite epic tragedy, the Titanic. Listen in as we discuss some of the conspiracies surrounding the ship's sinking!