Killer Spirits Podcast

April talks about Peter Thomas Anthony Manuel AKA The Beast of Birkenshaw who was a serial killer active from 1956-1958 in Scotland. He terrorized the entire area and people were terrified to go out by themselves. He was the most prolific serial killer in Scotland as he was charged with 7 murders, but allegedly confessed to 18 in total. His crimes and character have been used as inspiration for television and film. Also discussed; diminished responsibility and insanity pleas, frontal lobe epilepsy, and serial killers representing themselves in court. 

The cocktail for this episode is called the Butterscotch Beast. It is delicious! Recipe below;

BUTTERSCOTCH BEAST

1 1/2 oz. vanilla vodka
1 1/2 oz. kahlua
1 1/2 oz. chocolate liquor
1 1/2 oz. butterscotch schnapps

Combine all ingredients and shake over ice. Pour into coupe glass and garnish with two cherries.

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Tracy talks about the brutal murder of 56 year old Bill Nelson at the hands of his wife, 23 year old Omaima Nelson. They got married after knowing each other for only 4 weeks. They seemed to get along fantastically until things took a turn for the worst. Shortly after enjoying Thanksgiving together, Omaima killed Bill and mutilated his body in the most horrifying and disgusting way imaginable. This story is chilling to say the least.

The cocktail for this episode is perfect for fall and pumpkin-centric! Recipe below:

THE PUMPKIN HARVEST

2 oz. Buffalo Trace Bourbon
2 oz. pumpkin spice creme liquor
1 oz. amaretto
1 oz. simple syrup
4 oz. apple cider
1 oz. heavy cream
15 dashes angostura bitters

Combine all ingredients in shaker over ice. Shake vigorously to froth the heavy cream and chill. Strain into two coupe glasses and garnish with a dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg.

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Happy Halloween, everyone- And Happy Anniversary to our faithful listeners! We love and appreciate you all for coming back for more stories week after week for the last year. It was our dream to make this podcast happen and with your support, it has been an amazing first year with many more to come!

In this episode, April talks about the history of Halloween and some spooky superstitions and traditions.

This episode is paired with an amazing, delicious cocktail featuring Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey. Thank you to our friends at Skrewball for contributing to today's episode! Recipe below:

SKREWED UP DALGONA
1 1/2 oz. Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
1/2 oz. vanilla vodka
3 oz. almond milk
1 oz. pumpkin puree

Combine all ingredients in glass over ice. Stir well and top with Dalgona Whip. Garnish with cocoa powder or pumpkin spice.

Dalgona Whip
1 oz. Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
2 Tbs. instant coffee
2 Tbs. sugar
1/2 oz. hot water

Combine all ingredients and vigorously whisk until they form a thickened mousse texture. Use an electric mixer if you don't want your arm to fall off.

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Tracy talks about Johnny Frank Garrett who was presumably wrongfully convicted of the horrific rape and murder of Sister Tadea Benz in Amarillo, Texas. Johnny Frank Garrett was sentenced to be executed in 1992 but before his death, he cursed those who contributed to his conviction and execution. The curse seemed to be effective because many people surrounding the case were met with unfortunate deaths.

This episode is paired with an amazing, delicious cocktail featuring Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey. Thank you to our friends at Skrewball for contributing to today's episode! Recipe below:

SKREWBALL PALOMA
1 oz. Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey
3/4 oz. tequila
1/4 oz. Aperol
2 oz. grapefuit juice
Tonic water

Shake ingredients with ice and pour into highball glasses. Top with tonic water. Garnish with lime, a grapefruit slice or something peanutbuttery. Enjoy!

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Tracy talks about Richard Biegenwald AKA The Jersey Shore Thrill Killer. He was active from 1958 to 1983 and had 6-8 known victims, with a possible 100 or more murders that went unsolved. Tracy's description of his bonkers bananas apartment alone is truly worth the listen. He was pure evil from Day 1 and had no intentions of slowing down. He enjoyed killing and murdered 'just to watch 'em die.'

This episode is paired with a delightful Fall inspired cocktail, The Harvest Moon. Recipe below:

THE HARVEST MOON

4 oz. Laird's Apple Jack or other apple brandy
1/2 oz. cinnamon vodka
1 1/2 oz. orgeat syrup
1 oz. lemon juice
15-20 shakes of lemon bitters
Tonic water

Shake ingredients together over ice. Double strain into two martini glasses. Top with tonic water. Garnish with an apple wheel, dried apple, or lemon wedge. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Can be made in large batch but omit the tonic water until serving.

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April talks about the shocking and awful murder of Rebekah Gay. Her murder was committed in the early hours of Halloween morning in 2012 by John Douglas White, her mother's fiancé and pastor at a local church. This was not the first time John had committed a violent crime against a woman and he had expressed urges of necrophilia and murder in the past.

This episode's cocktail is called the Bloody Pumpkin. Recipe below:

BLOODY PUMPKIN
4 oz. Veil Pumpkin Pie vodka
4 oz. orange juice
1 oz. cranberry juice
1 oz. maraschino cherry juice
Seltzer water
orange edible glitter (optional)

Shake all ingredients over ice and float seltzer water on top. Garnish with floating orange slice.

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April talks about the history of the talking board, more specifically, the Ouija Board. In the United States, prior to the release of The Exorcist, the Ouija was a way to communicate with the afterlife that caused no harm, was a comfort, and often enjoyed by families and friends. During the 1970's the Ouija Board became a symbol synonymous with Devil worship, demonic possession, and evil spirits. April also shares some second-hand accounts and spooky stories.

The cocktail for this episode is called the Zozo Demon. It is creamy, sweet, and delicious and is sure to take the edge off this spooky story!

2 oz. vodka
2 oz. amaretto
1 1/2 oz. kirshvasser
2 oz. white chocolate liquor
4 oz. half and half

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously. Serve in two coupe glasses.

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Tracy talks about Leap Castle in Coolsderry, County Offaly, Ireland. Leap Castle has a long and often tumultuous history. There were many powerful families who resided there along with terrible murders among family and outsiders. There was a frequently utilized secret oubliette. Upon it's discovery, cartloads of human bones were found and removed. There are several ghosts that inhabit the castle and they continue to spook visitors today.

This episode's cocktail is called the Red Lady. It's named after one of the ghosts that haunts Leap Castle. She was brutalized there and she is said to haunt the halls wearing a red dress carrying a dagger.

THE RED LADY
3 oz. Irish whiskey
1 1/2 oz. sweet orange liquor
1 1/2 oz. grenadine
1 freshly squeezed lemon
Lemon lime soda

Shake first four ingredients over ice. Strain into two coupe glasses and top with lemon lime soda. Garnish with a cherry and enjoy!

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Tracy tells us about the torture, mutilation, rape, and murder of Donna Marie Dixon from Newport News, Virginia. She was a 17 year old runaway living in Atlanta, Georgia when she was accused of stealing by Timothy 'Wes' McCorquodale. McCorquodale took her back to the apartment where his girlfriend, her 3 year old daughter, and her pregnant roommate were living. He tortured her in brutal ways through the night until the next morning in the living room of the apartment and eventually his torture ended by strangling her to death with his bare hands.

This episode's cocktail is called Peachtree Lane. It is decadent and truly delicious. Recipe below;

PEACHTREE LANE
1 peach, peeled and chopped
1 oz. simple syrup
4 oz. heavy whipping cream
4 oz. vodka
4 oz. peach schnapps
4 oz. white chocolate liquor
1 oz. lemon juice

Incorporate the fresh peach, simple syrup, and heavy whipping cream in a blender and blend until smooth. Spoon 4-5 oz. of the peach mixture over ice into a shaker. Add the rest of the ingredients and shake. Double strain into a martini glass and garnish with a peach wedge or rimmed glass.

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April tells the story of Katherine Knight- her violent background, troubled relationships, and expertise as a butcher was a deadly combo. Her victim, John Price, was a good man and did not deserve to die in such a brutal and terrifying way. This takes place in and around Aberdeen, New South Wales Australia. 

The cocktail in this episode is called a Pumpkin Dinner for Two

2 oz. pumpkin puree
1 tsp honey
1 oz. lemon juice
1 1/2 oz. bourbon
1/2 bottle ginger beer

Rim highball glass with honey and dip in brown sugar. Place first 3 ingredients in the shaker and mix to dissolve the pumpkin and honey. Add bourbon to shaker, add ice and shake. Split mixture between two glasses filled with ice and top with ginger beer.

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