Hey everyone – just a quick update to say there’s no full episode this week. I had to go to a root canal specialist - (yep… fun times 😬), and I needed a bit of recovery time. Thank you so much for your patience—I’ll be back next week with a new episode. Stay curious—and stay kind. 💛

In 1990, Marlene Warren answered her front door to a clown holding balloons and flowers. Within seconds, she was shot in the face — and the clown walked away without saying a word.

What followed became one of Florida’s most bizarre and haunting cold cases. For nearly 30 years, no one was arrested. But when DNA technology caught up, so did justice.

This is the story of Marlene Warren — the woman who loved clowns — and the shocking truth behind the costume.

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Sources:

CBS News: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sheila-keen-warren-marlene-warren-murder-florida-killer-clown-case

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Miami Herald Archives

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In 2016, eight members of the Rhoden family were brutally murdered in Pike County, Ohio. At first, investigators had no idea how an entire family could be wiped out in a single night without a clear motive? But as the investigation unfolded, it revealed a disturbing story of obsession, control, and a custody battle that escalated into a calculated massacre.

In this episode of Beach House 34, we walk through the chilling details of the Pike County Massacre—from the initial 911 calls to the shocking arrests. You’ll hear about the twisted family dynamics, the failed attempts to gain custody, and the elaborate plan that ended in the deaths of eight innocent people.

This case will leave you questioning how far someone is willing to go to get what they want—and whether justice can ever be enough.

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Sources:

https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Media/News-Releases/November-2018/Pike-County-Homicides-Family-Arrested

https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Files/Briefing-Room/News-Releases/Special-Prosecutions/PikeCountyAdditionalIndictments

https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Files/Briefing-Room/Newsletters/Criminal-Justice-Update-(Printable-PDF)/winter-2019-FINAL https://www.peacocktv.com/watch/playback/vod/GMO_00000000464489_01/3f243e35-c3ab-3f7d-8acb-89de113784b8?orig_ref=https%3A%2F%2Fchatgpt.com%2F

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2021/04/22/pike-county-massacre-jake-wagner-pleads-guilty-eight-murders/7332051002/

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2022/10/25/pike-county-massacre-george-wagner-trial-live-updates/69593852007/

https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/investigations/who-killed-the-rhodens

https://lawandcrime.com/live-trials/live-trials-current/george-wagner-iv-trial/

https://www.whio.com/news/local/timeline-pike-county-massacre-investigation/HHU4YYOUKZBCVFFKXTUFHSSS2A/

https://www.wdtn.com/news/crime/pike-county-massacre/

https://www.chillicothegazette.com/story/news/2022/11/28/pike-county-massacre-george-wagner-trial-updates/69673293007/

https://www.fox19.com/news/pike-county-massacre/

https://www.wlwt.com/article/pike-county-family-massacre-timeline-of-events/29402192

🚨 A Family Murdered, A Town Paralyzed with Fear, and a Case That Remains Unsolved 🚨

In November 1987, the small town of Ina, Illinois—home to just 500 residents—was rocked by a crime so shocking it changed everything. The entire Dardeen family were brutally murdered in a way that left investigators stumped.

What started as a missing persons case quickly became one of the most disturbing and baffling unsolved crimes in Illinois history. Rumors of serial killers, satanic cults, and revenge swirled through the town. Was this a targeted attack? Or the work of a drifter passing through? And why was Keith found where he was?

Could new forensic technology finally bring justice? Or will this case remain forever unsolved?

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Before we begin, I have to warn you—there is no such thing as a Dybbuk Box. Or at least… that’s what we’ve been told.

So why have so many people who’ve come into contact with it suffered terrifying nightmares, sudden illnesses, and overwhelming dread? Why did one owner bury it in a secret location, fearing what might happen if it was ever opened again? And why did Post Malone, after merely being near it, find himself at the center of a series of bizarre and dangerous events?

The Dybbuk Box first appeared on eBay in 2003, listed by a man named Kevin Mannis, who spun a chilling tale of an antique wine cabinet cursed by a dark entity. The story took on a life of its own—spreading across paranormal communities, inspiring ghost hunters, and even becoming the basis for the Hollywood horror film The Possession. But years later, Mannis came forward with a shocking revelation.

Join me as I unravel the chilling history, the disturbing encounters, and the ongoing debate about one of the most infamous paranormal objects of all time. Because whether you believe in it or not… the Dybbuk Box refuses to be forgotten.

SOURCES:

Kevin Mannis’ original eBay description:

https://genius.com/Kevin-mannis-description-of-the-dibbuk-dybbuk-box-for-ebay-annotated

Kevin Mannis’ 2015 Facebook confession:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10157894698301805&id=130987921804&set=a.377494131804

Archive of Kevin Mannis’ original eBay listing:

https://genius.com/Kevin-mannis-description-of-the-dibbuk-dybbuk-box-for-ebay-annotated

Skeptical Inquirer article debunking the Dybbuk Box:

https://archive.ph/20210124064219/https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/the-dibbuk-box/

Inverse article on Kevin Mannis and the Dybbuk Box hoax:

https://www.inverse.com/input/features/dybbuk-box-dibbuk-kevin-mannis-zak-bagans-haunted-hoax-revealed?s=09&fbclid=iwy2xjawizg5tlehrua2flbqixmqabhey-cm4ble0i_llox3kdypz07w_tsbsnxbldiqcmgowl-7jkc7ffvg8cxw_aem_tx6e_0uz5v2jmnxt_4co1q

Jewish Virtual Library’s explanation of the Dybbuk:

https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/dibbuk-dybbuk

YouTube video - Paranormal Witness:

https://youtu.be/JQvdgglp3ME?list=TLGGLBsfbBboFIswNTAzMjAyNQ

YouTube video - Dybbuk Box Analysis:

https://youtu.be/T8LTVbPdhcs?list=TLGGgdNeYH37prowNTAzMjAyNQ

YouTube video - Ghost Adventures Dybbuk Box Special:

https://youtu.be/3sX8EWOql24?list=TLGGMvisiZHoTKkwNTAzMjAyNQ

YouTube video - Post Malone’s Dybbuk Box Experience:

https://youtu.be/1pbUIvOvIJs?list=TLGGsoxfsteHIx8wNTAzMjAyNQ

The Dybbuk Box official website (archived):

https://web.archive.org/web/20230407003539/http://www.dibbukbox.com/index.htm

On February 4, 2010, Joey and Summer McStay, along with their two young sons, disappeared from their home in Fallbrook, California. For four years, theories ran wild—had they left voluntarily? Were they living in Mexico? But in 2013, the truth surfaced in the most horrific way: the remains of the entire McStay family were found in shallow graves in the desert.

Who was responsible for this terrible crime? Who was responsible?

In this episode of Beach House 34, we break down the timeline, the financial red flags, and the eerie clues that make this one of the most perplexing true crime cases in recent history.

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Sources for the Episode:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McStay_family_murders

https://web.archive.org/web/20131203005025/http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2013/Nov/15/timeline-mcstay-disappearance-case/

https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/timeline-mcstay-family-mystery-fallbrook-disappearance/1936736/

https://web.archive.org/web/20141230083421/https://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-mcstay-family-new-details-20141107-story.html

http://www.thevillagenews.com/story/45499/

http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-ln-victorville-bodies-mcstay-families-20131114%2C0%2C5975246.story

https://web.archive.org/web/20151107040416/http://fox5sandiego.com/2013/11/20/mcstay-memorial-erected-in-victorville/

https://web.archive.org/web/20141109032316/http://www.cnn.com/2014/11/08/us/mcstay-suspect-chase-merritt/

Additional Sources:

ID Network Documentary: Two Shallow Graves

CNN Documentary: Buried Secrets: Who Murdered the McStay Family?

Court Trial Transcripts: The People v. Charles Merritt

San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Press Releases

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In April 2004, 23-year-old Alonzo Brooks attended a party in La Cygne, Kansas, and never returned home. Despite extensive searches by law enforcement, his body was discovered by his family nearly a month later in an area police had already searched.

Years later, the case remains unsolved, with the FBI reopening the investigation and officially ruling his death a homicide. But even with a $100,000 reward, no one has been arrested.

Join us as we break down the inconsistencies, explore the potential cover-ups, and discuss why justice for Alonzo has been delayed for nearly two decades.

Sources:

FBI Press Release on Alonzo Brooks' Case - https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/kansascity/news/press-releases/new-autopsy-determines-death-of-alonzo-brooks-was-a-homicide

Unsolved Mysteries Official Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialUnsolvedMysteries

E! Online Article on Alonzo Brooks - https://www.eonline.com/ca/news/1175672/why-alonzo-brooks-death-needed-further-investigation-and-not-just-from-unsolved-mysteries

Reddit Discussion on Alonzo Brooks' Case - https://www.reddit.com/r/UnsolvedMysteries/comments/hvb6yu/crews_dig_up_topeka_grave_of_cold_case_murder/

KCTV5 News Report - https://www.kctv5.com/2024/11/14/2004-kansas-hate-crime-murder-remains-unsolved-despite-100000-reward/

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On August 4, 1987, 19-day-old Carlina White was abducted from Harlem Hospital, leaving her parents, Joy and Carl, in emotional limbo for over 23 years. In a twist no one expected, Carlina solved her own kidnapping decades later, uncovering the truth about her identity and the woman who raised her. This episode unravels the emotional journey of Carlina’s discovery, the impact on her biological family, and the consequences for her abductor. 

Sources

https://web.archive.org/web/20111114020009/http://nymag.com/news/features/carlina-white-2011-10/

https://web.archive.org/web/20220409053514/https://thecinemaholic.com/where-is-annugetta-ann-pettway-now/

https://web.archive.org/web/20231219005148/https://nypost.com/2011/01/21/fbi-hunts-woman-who-kidnapped-baby-as-victim-23-begins-life-with-parents/

https://abcnews.go.com/US/police-hunt-anne-pettway-woman-raised-kidnapped-carlina/story?id=12729138

https://web.archive.org/web/20120421115847/http://www.nytimes.com/1987/08/05/nyregion/20-day-old-infant-with-a-fever-is-abducted-from-harlem-hospital.html

https://web.archive.org/web/20150524205712/http://www.nytimes.com/1987/08/07/nyregion/police-go-to-baltimore-to-interview-suspect.html

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/arrest-warrant-issued-ann-pettway-woman-accused-kidnapping-carlina-white-ny-hospital-article-1.152740

https://web.archive.org/web/20121109082409/http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/01/23/new.york.kidnapping.suspect/

https://web.archive.org/web/20110127201624/http://abcnews.go.com/US/ann-pettway-woman-raised-carlina-white-face-kidnapping/story?id=12746441

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Tonight we dive into the haunting tales of the Queen Mary, one of the most famous—and haunted—ships in the world. From the luxury of its early days to its transformation as the "Grey Ghost" during WWII, the Queen Mary has a long and fascinating history. But it's not just history that lingers on this ship. Ghostly encounters, eerie EVPs, and mysterious deaths have given the Queen Mary a reputation as one of the most haunted places in the world.

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SOURCES

EVP near the pool:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrfLHNDzbEE&t=70s

"Except the pool" recording (Ghost Watch Paranormal):

https://youtu.be/_WApzBM0Ikg?si=g-OBlojO4Y112ZI3

Queen Mary WWII history (War History Online):

https://www.warhistoryonline.com/guest-bloggers/story-grey-ghost-largest-fastest-troopship-world-war-ii.html

HMS Curacoa collision (Wikipedia):

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HMS_Curacoa_%28D41%29

Historical ship photos (World Naval Ships):

https://www.worldnavalships.com/

John Pedder/Engine room (Flickr Photo of Door):

https://www.flickr.com/photos/geekstalt/2988523814

Troopship details (Glasgow Times):

https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/entertainment/14512052.war-time-role-for-grey-ghost/#gallery0

Room B340 investigation (Sam and Colby YouTube):

https://youtu.be/MZ_QLMJMA1k?si=FYEG80dpZENh7pcn

In this episode, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of Lauren Spierer, a 20-year-old Indiana University student who vanished without a trace on June 3, 2011. Despite extensive searches, media coverage, and ongoing investigations, Lauren’s case remains unsolved. We’ll walk through the timeline of her final hours, key details from the investigation, and the lasting impact on her family and the Bloomington community.

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