Jinkies, gang! This week Josh is leading us into the wild, snowy mountains of 1874 Colorado for one of American history’s most chilling survival stories—or is it a tale of cold-blooded murder?

Alfred Packer set out with five prospectors into the San Juan Mountains during one of the worst winters on record. Only Packer walked out alive. When the bodies were discovered months later, the evidence was… unmistakable. But was Packer a desperate man pushed to the edge by starvation, or a calculating killer who saw his companions as a meal ticket?

This is a story where truth is stranger—and darker—than fiction.

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Live from CrimeCon Denver! Mystery Inc. takes the stage for a whirlwind of banter, speculation, and a Denver mystery that’s more “what on earth?” than “whodunnit.” Joining Shane, Josh, and Kim is legendary CSI and podcaster Sheryl “Mac” McCollum (Zone 7) — who brings along a baffling local case for the gang to unravel in real time.

Expect laughs, audience participation, and a few surprisingly sharp insights as our “questionable investigative skills” collide with Mac’s decades of forensic expertise. It’s a session that feels less like a lecture and more like a late-night chat with friends about a wonderfully weird story — with a live CrimeCon crowd right there in the mix.

About our guest, Sheryl “Mac” McCollum:

An Emmy-nominated Crime Scene Investigator and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, Sheryl McCollum has worked on some of the nation’s most infamous cases — from the Boston Strangler to Tupac Shakur. She’s appeared on Dateline, Dr. Phil, Nancy Grace, and hosts the award-winning podcast Zone 7. She joins the Mystery Inc. gang live in Denver to share a case that will leave you laughing, scratching your head, and maybe even shouting out your own theories.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• 🎤 Live banter, audience questions, and a packed Denver ballroom
• 🕵️ A quirky mystery that stumped even seasoned investigators
• 👩‍🔬 Forensic insights from CSI legend Sheryl “Mac” McCollum
• 😂 Wild theories and questionable detective work from Shane, Josh & Kim
• ✨ That signature Mystery Inc. blend of spooky, not scary

Listen now and join the fun — it’s not every day you get to solve a mystery a mile high!

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Zoinks! The gang hits the Rocky Mountains and things get a little… wild. From a moose making waves in the lake to Josh braving altitude like it’s a boss-level villain, we’ve got tales taller than the peaks themselves. Toss in a candy factory tour, a brush with Molly Brown’s Titanic-sized legacy, and some mischief at CrimeCon Denver, and you’ve got one spooky-sweet adventure. Buckle up—this mystery’s got mountains, moose, and more mayhem than you can shake a candy cane at!

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Zoinks, gang! We’ve got a bonus episode—and it’s a big one. Shane is joined by Amy Bruni, ghost hunter, author, and host of Haunted Road. You’ve seen her on Ghost Hunters and Kindred Spirits, but tonight, she’s right here in the Mystery Machine with us (okay, metaphorically).

Amy and Shane swap ghost stories that sound straight out of a Scooby-Doo adventure:

👻 A window ghost nicknamed “Mr. Green Jeans.”

📸 A skeptic who mocked the spirits—until a picture frame floated.

💡 The surprising rules that keep ghost hunting ethical and real.

And here’s the best clue of all: you can catch Amy live on stage this fall!

📅 October 7 at 7 PM — Eagles Theatre, Wabash, Indiana.

🎟️ Get your tickets here

If you can’t make it to Indiana, don’t panic! Amy’s haunting theaters across the U.S. Check her tour schedule.

More about Amy: amybruni.com.

So grab your flashlight, keep your Scooby Snacks close, and let’s solve the mystery of what lingers after true crime.

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Pack your bags and buckle up—Mystery Inc. is recording live from their hotel room in Denver, Colorado! Before CrimeCon 2025 kicks off, Shane, Josh, and Kim sit down to share tales from their 1,400-mile trek across the heartland. From a presidential gravesite in Iowa to Buffalo Bill’s ranch in Nebraska, roadside oddities, and even a brush with Bigfoot, the gang takes you along for every quirky, history-soaked stop.

Plus: Kim’s handmade CrimeCon gifts, some questionable gas station bathrooms, and a surprise package from a listener that made the whole trip sweeter.

This isn’t your usual spooky story—it’s Mystery Inc. unplugged, unfiltered, and a little road-weary… but always ready for adventure.

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Ruh-roh! With Shane still out on vacation, Josh and Kim call in reinforcements—and their buddy Dave is on the case! He’s bringing a mystery that’s been stuck in his brain for years: The Burger Chef Murders.

Back in 1978, four young workers at an Indiana Burger Chef vanished during a night shift…and were later found murdered. To this day, the case remains unsolved, leaving behind one of the most chilling mysteries in fast-food history.

The gang—plus Dave!—digs into the strange twists, spooky theories, and baffling details that make this case unforgettable. From late-night heists to small-town secrets, it’s a mystery that will have you shouting “Zoinks!” while clutching your Scooby Snacks.

So hop in the Mystery Machine—this episode serves up true crime, laughs, and one seriously eerie cold case.

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Zoinks! Shane may be off on vacation, but the Mystery Inc gang isn’t skipping a beat. This week, Kim and Josh are joined by a brand-new sleuth—Kim’s daughter, Emily! And boy, does she bring a doozy of a mystery: the legendary Bermuda Triangle.

From ghost ships to vanishing planes, this patch of ocean has puzzled sailors, pilots, and mystery lovers for decades. Is it science? Superstition? Or something even spookier?

With Emily leading the case, the gang dives deep into wild theories, eerie stories, and plenty of laughs along the way. Grab your Scooby Snacks, hop in the Mystery Machine, and get ready for an adventure full of clues, twists, and maybe even a few shivers.

Jinkies—this is one episode you won’t want to miss!

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Zoinks! The gang is back, and this time we’re sailing straight into one of the most baffling mysteries ever to hit the high seas: the disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley. Netflix’s Amy Bradley is Missing has everyone talking, so we put on our detective caps to break down the clues, the theories, and the lingering questions. Was it foul play, a tragic accident, or something even stranger? Grab some Scooby Snacks and join us as we chase this mystery across the waves—you won’t want to miss it!

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Zoinks! This week, the gang boards a one-way flight straight into one of America’s weirdest, wildest airports — and we’re not talking about lost luggage. Denver International Airport isn’t just big… it’s mysteriously big. From glowing-eyed demon horses to underground tunnels that “don’t exist,” we’re pulling back the curtain on the secrets, curses, and conspiracy theories lurking beneath those runways.

We’ll follow the trail through:

🐎 Blucifer — the 32-foot blue mustang with a deadly past

🛫 The Murals — are they just art, or coded warnings of the apocalypse?

🛠 The Baggage System From Hell — billion-dollar tech fail, or cover story for something deeper?

🔺 Masonic Markers — strange symbols tied to an organization that no one can find

Plus, Kim shares chilling eyewitness accounts from travelers who’ve felt the cold shiver of something watching them at DEN.

And stick around for “Ruh-Roh News,” where bizarre headlines make you question humanity almost as much as conspiracy theorists make you question airport design.

Buckle up, mystery lovers. This is one layover you’ll never forget.

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Pour yourself a cup of something spooky and join the Mystery Inc gang for a jam-packed romp through afternoon tea lore, cryptid-level creeps, and true-crime shenanigans!

In this episode

• 🎩 High-Society Haunts: Kim, Shane, and Josh recap their elegant (yet hilariously chaotic) afternoon at Four Partners in Crime’s Victorian tea—complete with beet-dyed deviled eggs, clotted cream scones, and the Blind Bat Earl Grey that was “fruity & complicated” enough to become Josh’s new alter-ego .
• 🦇 Josh’s Mystery—The Domino Delo: From the shadowy corners slinks a spineless, cold-hearted entity that shackles its victims in a swampy lair. Will the crew unmask this creeper, or will it stay hidden among the whispers of the wind?
• 🍵 Teatime Deep Dive: Why sharing a pot of tea might be the missing link in American community life .
• 🔍 Murder-Mystery Dinner: Shane shares details about a Murder Mystery Dinner he arranged - oh and he murdered the mayor!
• 🐾 Puppy Pandemonium: Betty and Ruby (our resident puppy sidekicks) chew cables, steal yarn, and keep the laughs rolling .

Timestamps

0:00 Cold open & puppy chaos

3:30 Tea-table treasures

26:45 Domino Delo legend begins

46:00 Murder-mystery dinner teaser

48:30 Patreon shout-out & sign-off

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