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Though the bride and groom in this case escape unscathed, the bride's family isn't so lucky. Arthur Hutchinson was on the hunt, looking for people to prey on. When he saw the white, wedding tents, he lurked in the dark until he found the right moment to strike. Join us as we explore this horrifying case. 

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We've all heard of it. But where did it come from? It's common to just about every culture, even secular cultures! Are they just dreams or is there something more to it? Join us as we discuss the myths and popular culture around sex with spirits! TW/CW s*xual assault. 

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Kelly and her husband Jason married in 2002, right after high school. On their wedding night, they made a strange blood pact: If either of them cheated, they promised to kill their extra-marital lover. And when it came time to keep true to the pact? Kelly did. But it went so much further than that...

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It was a story book romance and wedding. Cody courted Jordan the way she wished and even started going to church for the very religious young woman. But right away, things weren't right. Jordan was terrified of consumating the marriage and sobbed in despair on her wedding day.  A little over a week after they said 'I do' Cody would disappear only to be found later at the bottom of a cliff in Glacier National Park.  

TW/CW: Religious Trauma

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In September of 1994, over 62 school children between the ages of six and twelve in Ruwa Zimbabwe all witnessed something incredible: A UFO and its occupants. The craft landed in a field just outside their playground. Harvard Professor John Mack interviewed these children and their testimony is incredible. 

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Molly Watson was in love and had just gotten engaged to her long time boyfriend James Addie. She was over the moon planning her Disney themed wedding and picking her colors (burgundy and gold). But not everything was as it seemed. Just days before the wedding, Molly began to doubt all the stories James had told her about his previous marriage and his dead wife. And just after she confronted him, Molly was found dead. 

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An immigrant from the Dominican Republic, Gladys worked hard to provide a beautiful life for herself and her son. Then she met Agustin Garcia. He projected a humanitarian image, while subjecting Gladys to terrible abuse. She left him and found true love. But on her wedding day, Agustin's obsession with her came to a final, lethal end. 

You or someone you know suffering under domestic violence? Call this number for emergency help 800-799-7233

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The woods are scary and nature is dangerous, even for the most experienced hiker or outdoors person. But is it just man vs. nature or something more insidious? Join us as we talk about things that go bump in the woods. 

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Mental health issues, su*cidal ideation, self harm, and religious trauma

Andrea was a woman always wanting to do her best. She put immense pressure on herself, in denial about the wolf at the door--her failing mental health. Her cries for help were either ignored or not treated correctly and the result was a terrible tragedy that absolutely could have been prevented. Everyone in Andrea's life, from her spouse to medical staff, failed her. 

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TW/CW Child sex abuse 

Casey Anthony is possibly one of the most hated women in America. Join us as we discuss this famous case, the outlandish verdict for her trial, and what Casey is doing today. Please be advised, this episode contains allegations of child s*x abuse. Listener discretion is advised. 

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