It’s the date that makes even skeptics shudder — but why? In this haunting episode of Chillworthy, co-hosts Talia and Brent peel back the veil on the superstition, symbolism, and real-life horrors behind Friday the 13th. From medieval betrayals and Norse mythology to secret societies and Hollywood slashers, this episode dives deep into how a seemingly ordinary day became the most feared date in Western culture.

You'll hear chilling stories of historical tragedies that occurred on Friday the 13th, the strange psychology of collective fear, and how pop culture — especially a certain hockey-masked killer — turned the superstition into a full-blown phenomenon. 

Is it just an unlucky coincidence… or are we all living under a shared curse? 

Dim the lights, turn up the volume, and get ready for a date with darkness. This one’s Chillworthy.




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In the fall of 1982, ordinary medicine cabinets across Chicago became the stage for one of the most terrifying unsolved crimes in American history. Seven people, including a 12-year-old girl, suddenly collapsed and died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules — each one unknowingly laced with lethal cyanide. As fear spread nationwide, shelves were emptied, public trust was shattered, and investigators scrambled to catch a killer who seemed to vanish into thin air.

In this special two-part Chillworthy series, we dive deep into the Tylenol Murders: the victims’ heartbreaking stories, the frantic investigation that gripped the nation, the baffling suspect list, and the mystery that remains unsolved more than 40 years later. We also explore how this case forever changed the way we shop, the way companies protect consumers, and how the Tylenol killer may have pulled off one of the most perfect — and chilling — crimes in modern history.

Buckle up. The safety seal was broken. The ripple effects are still being felt.



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In the fall of 1982, ordinary medicine cabinets across Chicago became the stage for one of the most terrifying unsolved crimes in American history. Seven people, including a 12-year-old girl, suddenly collapsed and died after taking Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules — each one unknowingly laced with lethal cyanide. As fear spread nationwide, shelves were emptied, public trust was shattered, and investigators scrambled to catch a killer who seemed to vanish into thin air.

In this special two-part Chillworthy series, we dive deep into the Tylenol Murders: the victims’ heartbreaking stories, the frantic investigation that gripped the nation, the baffling suspect list, and the mystery that remains unsolved more than 40 years later. We also explore how this case forever changed the way we shop, the way companies protect consumers, and how the Tylenol killer may have pulled off one of the most perfect — and chilling — crimes in modern history.

Buckle up. The safety seal was broken. The ripple effects are still being felt.



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In April 2014, best friends and Dutch college students Kris Kremers and Lisanne Froon set out on what was supposed to be a simple day hike along Panama’s scenic Pianista Trail. Young, adventurous, and eager to explore the vibrant culture and landscape of Central America, they left their host family's home in Boquete with a backpack, a camera, and their phones—never to return.

What followed was a search effort that captivated international headlines and devolved into one of the most unsettling missing persons cases of the last decade. Weeks after their disappearance, a local woman turned in a backpack filled with the girls’ belongings, found in seemingly pristine condition by a riverbank deep in the jungle. Inside were two phones with dozens of failed emergency call attempts—and a camera containing eerie nighttime photographs taken long after they were presumed missing.

In this episode of Chillworthy, we piece together the haunting clues left behind: the disjointed call logs, the cryptic images, and the discovery of bone fragments and belongings scattered miles apart. Was this the result of a tragic accident in an unforgiving wilderness—or do the strange circumstances suggest something more sinister? We’ll explore the official timeline, forensic inconsistencies, and the chilling theories that have kept internet sleuths awake for years. 

Pack your hiking boots—and maybe a second flashlight. Because the jungle doesn’t give up its secrets easily.


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In Part 2 of our Chillworthy deep dive, the mystery of the Mothman takes a devastating turn. Just over a year after the first sightings in Point Pleasant, tragedy struck: the Silver Bridge collapsed during rush hour, killing 46 people. Was this the moment Mothman came to warn us about—or something it caused?

We dig into the eerie timeline leading up to the disaster, the government’s strange silence, and the unsettling aftermath that left a town forever changed. From Men in Black to Cold War conspiracies and interdimensional theories, the story only gets darker. 

The legend may have started in West Virginia—but it didn’t end there.


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In this two-part Chillworthy special, we take flight into one of the most unsettling cryptid cases in American history: the Mothman. In Part 1, we head to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, where a series of bizarre sightings in the late 1960s sparked panic and fascination. Witnesses reported a towering winged creature with glowing red eyes stalking the night—and it seemed to appear just before tragedy struck. Was Mothman a warning? A weapon? Or something far more sinister? We unravel eyewitness accounts, strange phenomena, and growing paranoia in a town gripped by fear.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we explore the devastating climax of the Mothman legend—and the chilling theories that still keep this story alive.


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On the night of October 11, 1973, two working-class men—Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker—set out for some quiet fishing along the Pascagoula River in Mississippi. What they claimed happened next would catapult them into the national spotlight and mark one of the most chilling and detailed alien abduction stories in American history.

According to the men, a UFO descended silently from the sky, emitting an eerie blue light. Three strange, robotic beings floated out and abducted them—performing cold, clinical examinations before depositing them back on the riverbank. The men, visibly shaken, reported the incident to local authorities. When left alone in a sheriff’s office, they were secretly recorded—and their fear seemed anything but staged.

In this episode of Chillworthy, we unravel the Pascagoula Incident: the cultural climate of 1970s UFO panic, the psychological toll it took on the abductees, and the strange consistency of their story across decades. Was it a case of shared delusion, a government cover-up, or a legitimate brush with the unknown?

We’re heading deep into small-town paranoia, alien lore, and the unshakable weight of “what if.” Don’t worry—we’ll keep the lights on.

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When Crystal Rogers disappeared in 2015, her father, Tommy Ballard, became more than a grieving parent—he became a one-man investigation team, dedicating every waking moment to finding out what happened to his daughter. He scoured fields, tracked leads, and challenged those he believed were hiding the truth. Tommy didn’t trust the silence surrounding Crystal’s case—and he wasn’t afraid to make noise.

But in November 2016, tragedy struck again. Tommy Ballard was shot and killed on his own family property during a morning hunting trip. The bullet that ended his life seemed to end the investigation's momentum—but not for long.

In this episode of Chillworthy, we shift the focus to the father behind the headlines—the man who refused to give up. We examine Tommy Ballard’s relentless pursuit of justice, the circumstances surrounding his unsolved murder, and what his death reveals about a case that continues to haunt Bardstown, Kentucky. With new developments, including a high-profile arrest in 2023, the questions grow louder: Was Tommy getting too close to the truth? And who wanted him silenced?

A story of devotion, danger, and a father’s fight against the darkness—this is the story of Tommy Ballard.

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In this special crossover event, Chillworthy's Brent and Talia join forces with Kai and J from Chambers of the Occult to tackle one of the most chilling unsolved cases in American history: the Villisca Axe Murders of 1912.

In the quiet town of Villisca, Iowa, eight people—including six children—were found brutally murdered in their beds. Over a century later, the crime remains steeped in mystery, theories, and whispers of the supernatural. Together, our hosts dive deep into the facts of that horrific night, the strange clues left behind, the prime suspects that law enforcement pursued (and the ones they missed), and the eerie legends that have kept the Moore house a hotspot for paranormal investigators to this day.

Brent and Talia bring their signature deep-dive storytelling and psychological insight, while Kai and J lend their expertise in occult history, lore, and all things that go bump in the night. Expect an intense discussion filled with historical context, true crime analysis, paranormal speculation, and a few chills along the way.

Was it the work of a mad drifter? A spurned lover? A religious zealot?



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On a warm July night in 2015, Tiffany Valiante—an 18-year-old standout athlete with a bright future ahead—disappeared from her family’s home in Mays Landing, New Jersey. Just hours later, she was struck and killed by a NJ Transit train miles away, in a remote, wooded area with no clear path to the tracks. Investigators quickly ruled her death a suicide, but Tiffany’s loved ones never accepted that explanation. And the more details that surfaced, the more their doubts seemed justified. 

Why was Tiffany’s cell phone found smashed, far from the scene? Why were her shoes located over a mile from where her body was discovered—while she was barefoot on gravel and ballast? Why did police refuse to treat the area as a potential crime scene, skipping basic forensic steps? And why, even now, do so many key pieces of evidence remain missing or inconclusive?

In this haunting episode of Chillworthy, we retrace Tiffany's final known steps and examine the timeline of events. You’ll hear about the botched investigation, the family’s relentless pursuit of truth, and the dark possibilities that have never been ruled out. Was Tiffany’s death truly a tragic suicide… or was she silenced before she could speak out? 


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The Women: Kristin Hannah
The Bee Sting: Paul Murray
Wild Dark Shore: CHarlotte McConaghy
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DISCLAIMER The content presented on Chillworthy, including all episodes, transcripts, social media posts, and associated materials, is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The podcast does not offer legal, medical, psychological, or professional advice of any kind. While the hosts—Brent and Talia—make a good faith effort to ensure that the information shared is based on publicly available sources and is as accurate as possible at the time of recording, Chillworthy does not guarantee the completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any statements made. Listeners should be aware that cases may involve ongoing legal proceedings or developments that evolve over time. The hosts are not licensed attorneys, journalists, law enforcement professionals, or forensic experts. Opinions expressed in the podcast reflect the personal views of the hosts and do not represent factual determinations or official findings. All individuals named or discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Any resemblance to real individuals or entities, outside of those explicitly named, is purely coincidental. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by any legal authority, news outlet, or investigative body. By listening to Chillworthy, you acknowledge and accept these terms and agree not to hold the hosts or producers liable for any inaccuracies, misstatements, or interpretations derived from the content.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chillworthy--6229613/support.

DISCLAIMER The content presented on Chillworthy, including all episodes, transcripts, social media posts, and associated materials, is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. The podcast does not offer legal, medical, psychological, or professional advice of any kind. While the hosts—Brent and Talia—make a good faith effort to ensure that the information shared is based on publicly available sources and is as accurate as possible at the time of recording, Chillworthy does not guarantee the completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any statements made. Listeners should be aware that cases may involve ongoing legal proceedings or developments that evolve over time. The hosts are not licensed attorneys, journalists, law enforcement professionals, or forensic experts. Opinions expressed in the podcast reflect the personal views of the hosts and do not represent factual determinations or official findings. All individuals named or discussed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Any resemblance to real individuals or entities, outside of those explicitly named, is purely coincidental. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by any legal authority, news outlet, or investigative body. By listening to Chillworthy, you acknowledge and accept these terms and agree not to hold the hosts or producers liable for any inaccuracies, misstatements, or interpretations derived from the content.