Appalachian Mysteria

By Kromatic Media

A crime journalism podcast series focused on unusual horrors in the hills and hollers of Appalachia. Created and hosted by Kendall Perkinson and Sarah James McLaughlin.
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How many episodes does Appalachian Mysteria have?

The podcast currently has 56 episodes available.

Appalachian Mysteria episodes:

January 21, 2021 Meet the Minds Behind Appalachian Mysteria Part 1
In a special two-part episode, the president of Jam Street Media, Matty Staudt, sits down with the creators of Appalachian Mysteria, Kendall Perkinson, and Sarah James McLaughlin, to talk about their journey creating the first two seasons. They discuss their backgrounds, how they got into podcasting, details about each case, and what went into bringing each of these stories to life. Thank you to our sponsor June's Journey. Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! Thank you to our sponsor Switchcraft! Download Switchcraft for free and unlock the magical mystery! 0:00 – Introduction 1:29 – Introduction of Sarah and James Follow us on social media Facebook Instagram Twitter A Jam Street Media Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
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34min
January 10, 2021 Yelling in my Car: A Specialist Critique | Big Savage
After the Mysteria crew receives a concerned email from a professional working on sexual assault issues, we invite her on the show to critique Season 2, Big Savage. What follows is a discussion of Megan Shaffer’s poor defense, the biological response to trauma, how the absence of expert testimony may have worked against her, and some ways that language affects how we perceive issues surrounding rape.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
30min
January 05, 2021 Sad and Strange Updates | Big Savage
A lot has happened since the season finale of Big Savage, including Megan Shaffer’s appeals, the unfortunate death of Alexander’s father, and a scandal involving the judge who presided over Megan's trial.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
23min
May 06, 2019 Closure is the Cruelest Word | Big Savage, Ep 8
A stranger approaches Teresa as the jury deliberates. The verdict is finally delivered, and we speak with two jurors about the discussion and debate that went on behind closed doors.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
55min
April 10, 2019 Manner of Death | Big Savage, Ep 7
Two medical examiners take the stand. Megan finally takes the stand to testify about the entire ordeal, closing out the trial.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
40min
March 05, 2019 Unanswered, Unasked | Big Savage, Ep 6
Kromatic Media sets legal precedent in Maryland by obtaining Megan's 911 call from the morning Alex was found dead. Jay and Tristan – Alex's father and sister – take the stand.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
29min
February 03, 2019 Personal Revelations | Big Savage, Ep 5
Sarah and Kendall get personal, Alex's therapist takes the stand, and a stranger testifies about finding Alex on her doorstep one week before High Rock.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
40min
January 18, 2019 Mared & Karen: 49th Anniversary Update
On the 49th anniversary of the disappearance of Mared & Karen, we check in with Geoff, Sarah and Jordan on updates since the final episode aired.
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21min
January 18, 2019 The Third Interview | Big Savage, Ep 4
Three defense witnesses all make a claim that could swing the jury's opinion. But is there any evidence? One of those witnesses helps to arrange a third police interview with Megan, only 48 hours after Alex is found dead. Megan's story has one more important change.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
43min
December 16, 2018 A Trial Begins | Big Savage, Ep 3
The trial of Megan Shaffer begins with testimony from Steven Moon. We examine Megan's slightly shifting story of what happened that night. Sarah, Kendall and Teresa each make a visit to High Rock -- bringing a realization to all that only confuses the story more.
Sarah & Geoff's book about the WVU Coed Murders
(available on Amazon)

Kendall's Appalachian Motorcycling Travel Channel
(@motoappalachiadiscovery on YouTube)

Kromatic Media
...more
54min

FAQs about Appalachian Mysteria:

How many episodes does Appalachian Mysteria have?

The podcast currently has 56 episodes available.