Happy Belated July 4th, everyone! We're back and discussing America's favorite mascot, Uncle Sam. Speaking of an American classic, this week's true crime takes a look at The Son of Sam, New York's most notorious serial killer. It's patriotic. It's creepy. Hope you enjoy. 

This week we discuss the bizarre history surrounding Sarah Winchester and her creation of what some call the world's largest haunted house. 

Sources:

https://www.biography.com/personality/sarah-winchester

-https://www.historicmysteries.com/the-winchester-mystery-house/

-https://allthatsinteresting.com/sarah-winchester

-https://www.winchestermysteryhouse.com/sarahs-story/

-https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/real-winchester-mystery-house

What's more magical than a rainbow? A double rainbow! This week we're discussing the history/science behind those pretty surprises in the sky. Then we travel back to the 1980s to discuss The Rainbow Murders-a terrible double murder of two women whose hitchhiking adventure took a wrong turn. 

Sources:

-https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/rainbow/

-https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/rainbow-murders-unsolved-vicki-durian-nancy-santomero

-https://pocahontascommentatorplus.blogspot.com/2013/11/the-rainbow-murders-in-full.html

- http://www.wvencyclopedia.org/articles/1974

-https://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/npr/800687854/2-young-women-were-murdered-in-1980-rainbow-girl-tells-their-story

Join us "unda da sea" as we take a dive into the the story of The Little Mermaid. Hans Christian Anderson first published this tale of attempted murder and suicide in 1837. It wasn't until 1989 that Disney released the story we all know and love. We then discuss the mysterious drowning of Natalie Wood, the famous Hollywood actress who died under peculiar circumstances. 

It's true what they say. Dead men tell no tales. This week we are talking all things pirates. The legends...the myths...the urethral syringes. Ahem. We then discuss the mysterious disappearance of a young groom lost at sea. So grab you a glass of grog, don your best eye patch, and let's walk this plank together. 

This week's snack break brought to you by the lovely people at Expedition Roasters. Premium coffee, art, and story. www.expeditionroasters.com

Our Sources:

-https://www.history.com/topics/exploration/pirates

-https://www.history.com/news/8-real-life-pirates-who-roved-the-high-seas

-https://www.qaronline.org/history/blackbeard-history-dreaded-pirate

-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzRYraztZVA

Don’t worry! No listeners turned to stone while enjoying this week’s episode. You may find that Medusa is not the monster you remember. The true villain is always closer than you think. Watch out for them snake wrangling Pentecostal preachers from Alabama, y’all.

Sources:

-https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/legend-medusa-and-gorgons-002773

-https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-europe/legend-medusa-and-gorgons-002773

This week we are diving into the story of Cinderella, a tale that is almost 2,000 years old. Although her name and appearance may change throughout the generations, the basic story stays the same: a commoner that rises from oppression to a higher social class via marriage. There's also a lot of weird stuff about feet. So, yeah. This week's true crime involves an evil step mother and is truly heart breaking. Listeners beware. 

A huge shout out to our friend's at Trader Nick's Tea for sponsoring this week's snack break. Try all of their delicious flavors at www.tradernickstea.com. 

Find out more:

-https://www.historyofroyalwomen.com/the-royal-women/rhodopis-first-cinderella/

-https://www.thevintagenews.com/2018/09/17/cinderella/

-https://www.vox.com/2015/3/15/8214405/cinderella-fairy-tale-history

-https://www.11alive.com/article/news/detective-in-stepmom-murder-trial-says-emani-extremely-emaciated-when-she-died/85-733654db-af4c-43a7-b21b-f394bb648bf9

-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQA1I7AHFP0

-https://www.oxygen.com/crime-time/tiffany-moss-sentenced-to-death-for-starving-stepdaughter-emani-moss-to-death

It's our first "tiny tale." A "mini" episode, if you will. Who knew there was so much history behind this fabled creature? For sure didn't know there was a famous killer named after them. Enjoy this semi-condensed episode and let us know if you would like to see more in the future. 

Thanks to The Frozen Bean for sponsoring us this week. Visit www.thefrozenbean.com to pick up some delicious frozen treats. May we suggest the  Unicorn Frappe? It's a 10/10 for taste and theme. 

Sources:

-https://historycollection.com/the-fantastic-true-history-of-unicorns/

-https://www.merriam-webster.com/words-at-play/unicorn-nothing-is-what-it-seems

-https://www.britannica.com/topic/unicorn

-https://www.maryhallbergmedia.com/post/the-murder-of-holly-maddux-solved

This might be the most disturbing "story behind the story" that we've told yet. To give you a little hint, Sleeping Beauty wasn't just sleeping. She may not have even been breathing. And for all you sleep walkers out there, take this as a cautionary tale. Apparently y'all can get a little wild. We may be sleeping with one eye open from now on. 

This week's snack break is sponsored by the lovely folks at Insomnia Cookies. Warm cookies delivered crazy late. 

Sources:

-http://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2012/10/sleeping-beauty-is-based-on-a-story-where-a-married-king-finds-a-girl-asleep-and-cant-wake-her-so-rapes-her-instead/

-https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/a-killer-sleep-disorder-6432989

-https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/scott-falater-says-he-still-doesnt-remember-sleepwalking-murder

-https://abcnews.go.com/US/sleepwalking-killer-scott-falater-wracked-guilt-murdering-wife/story?id=75468448

-https://forensicfilesnow.com/index.php/2017/07/20/scott-falater-sleepwalking-killer-gets-a-wakeup-call/

Welcome back to Wonderland! This week we take a deeper look into the inspiration behind our favorite characters. Ever wondered where the Cheshire Cat got his grin? Or perhaps what drove The Hatter mad? Stick around to find out.

Resources:

-http://www.danceshistoricalmiscellany.com/history-bedlam-worlds-notorious-asylum/#:~:text=The%20Bethlem%20Hospital%2C%20or%20Bedlam%20as%20it%20is,the%20New%20Order%20of%20St%20Mary%20of%20Bethlehem.

- https://hekint.org/2017/02/22/the-history-of-bethlem-hospital/

-https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20161213-how-bedlam-became-a-palace-for-lunatics

-https://www.huffpost.com/entry/bedlam-the-horrors-of-lon_b_9499118

-https://s.telegraph.co.uk/graphics/projects/madness-worlds-oldest-mental-asylum/#:~:text=Examining%20700%20years%20of%20history,intends%20to%20set%20things%20straight.&text=A%20Wednesday%20in%20September.,Hospital%20in%20Beckenham%2C%20south%20London.

-https://www.historyextra.com/period/victorian/bethlem-royal-hospital-history-why-called-bedlam-lunatic-asylum/