As we wrap up our time in Connecticut, and our final episode before Thanksgiving, Ang takes us deep into the eerie history and folklore of one of New England’s most chilling legends: the Curse of Dudleytown. From its mysterious beginnings and unsettling tales of misfortune to the ghost stories that keep thrill-seekers away, we uncover why this abandoned settlement continues to be shrouded in darkness. Was it truly cursed, or simply a victim of rumor and tragedy? Join us for a spine-chilling journey into a place where history and the supernatural collide… just in time to listen while you wait in those Black Friday lines!

Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

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Sources: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dudleytown,_Connecticut

https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/the-dudleytown-curse-connecticuts-village-of-the-damned/

https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/americas-most-haunted-east/the-curse-of-dudleytown/

https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/dudleytown

https://www.genealogy.com/forum/surnames/topics/griffis/119/

https://www.ghostsofohio.org/lore/elsewhere_lore_5.html

This week on Spine-Chilling Chats Podcast, Manda takes us deep into Connecticut’s darkest corners with not one, not two, but three of the state’s most unsettling serial killer cases. She starts with the infamous Amy Archer-Gilligan, the seemingly caring nursing home owner whose gentle smile hid a chilling secret—and a deadly supply of arsenic. Then things take a twisted turn with The Bra Murders, a series of brutal strangulations that left investigators scrambling and the community terrified as they searched for the predator behind the signature weapon. Finally, Manda closes out the episode with the cold, calculated crimes of Lydia Sherman, another Connecticut poisoner whose deadly use of arsenic earned her the nickname “The Derby Poisoner.” From poison to strangulation and back to poison again, this trio of cases offers a disturbing look at the many faces of murder in the Nutmeg State. Grab your mug of tea, turn down the lights, and settle in—it’s going to be a spine-chilling ride. **Trigger Warning for talk of sexual abuse and murder, including that of children. Please take care while listening.

Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] 

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Sources: 

https://www.vastage.org/blog/2024/8/12/arsenic-amp-old-lace-diving-deeper-the-brewster-sisters

https://connecticuthistory.org/lydia-sherman-the-derby-poisoner/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bra_murders

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amy_Archer-Gilligan

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lydia_Sherman

This week on Spine-Chilling Chats, Ang takes us into one of the most disturbing and heartbreaking true crime cases in American history — The Petit Family Murders. What began as a quiet summer night in Cheshire, Connecticut, turned into a nightmare of unthinkable brutality that shocked an entire nation. Ang walks us through the events of that horrific home invasion, the investigation that followed, and the lasting impact it had on the community and criminal justice system. Trigger Warning: This episode includes detailed discussions of home invasion, sexual assault (including that of minors), torture, and murder. Please take care while listening.

Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] 

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Sources: 

https://www.karenfranklin.com/files/Hayes-Steven-Psychosocial%20evaluation.pdf

https://www.registercitizen.com/news/article/Psychologist-Komisarjevsky-repeatedly-raped-as-12066755.php

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheshire_murders#Linda_Mai_Lee

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/petit-family-murders-i-just-snapped-says-stephen-hayes-convicted-in-deadly-conn-home-invasion/

The Cheshire Murders - Documentary on HBO

This week’s episode is a wild mix of magic and mystery! Manda returns from Las Vegas with tales that will leave you spellbound — including her shock and awe at the impressive size of David Copperfield’s… “magic wand.” Meanwhile, Ang and her husband, Robby, venture back to the famously haunted Beeson Mansion for a séance led by gifted medium, Brie Hollingshead. What started as a night of ghostly communication quickly turned personal when Brie revealed some startling truths about Ang herself. It’s laughter, chills, and a few goosebumps you won’t want to miss!A special Thank You to our friends, Ken and Kathryn Greer, of The Beeson Haunted Mansion for their warm hospitality once again. They truly make every soul who walks (or floats) through their front door feel right at home. For more information on how YOU can participate in an event please visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570787439992If you are interested in getting a reading by Brie Hollingshead or to see what events she is currently at, please check out her Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Brie.HollingsheadFor episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] Please support us by commenting, liking, subscribing and sharing our podcast on whatever platforms you use! Check us out on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram!If you’d like to donate for us to get a more legit set, any little bit would be greatly appreciated:Cashapp: $SpineChillingChatsAmazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3HCYEUE4C71W0?ref_=wl_shareSources:https://thedeadhistory.com/2025/02/27/a-history-of-seances/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C3%A9ance

It’s that spine-chilling time of year again! In this Halloween special, Manda and Ang take turns diving into the eerie origins, haunting histories, and chilling legends behind the night we all love—Halloween. From the tale of Stingy Jack and the birth of the jack-o’-lantern, to the galloping terror of the Headless Horseman, the girls explore the spirits of Samhain, the witches who roam the night, and the curse of the black cat. But that’s not all—this episode dances through the macabre, unwraps the roots of trick-or-treating, spins the web between the spider and the witch, and sinks its teeth into the lore of vampires and werewolves. So grab your candy, light a candle, and settle in as we summon the spirits of Halloween past and uncover what truly makes this night so hauntingly magical.For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] Please support us by commenting, liking, subscribing and sharing our podcast on whatever platforms you use! Check us out on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram!If you’d like to donate for us to get a more legit set, any little bit would be greatly appreciated:Cashapp: $SpineChillingChatsAmazon wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3HCYEUE4C71W0?ref_=wl_shareMusic: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)Sources:https://www.hawthornandhoney.com/journal/samhain-ritualshttps://www.ashwoodcandles.co.uk/our-blog/what-is-samhainhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danse_Macabrehttps://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/danse-macabre-david-pumpkins-art-historyhttps://nkhtarot.com/blogs/hexe-and-hearth-by-nkh/the-symbolism-of-spiders-in-witchcraft-weaving-fate-creativity-and-power?srsltid=AfmBOorbvzcdq1BbeRs27KMTLAh8bP1kC_BwHB8GE51P3mW3ArldsDjMhttps://www.history.com/articles/vampire-historyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Werewolf#Folk_beliefshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stingy_Jackhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_cathttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trick-or-treating

In this haunting Colorado finale, we unravel three tales where trick-or-treat night turns tragic. First, we uncover the disturbing crimes of Colorado serial killer Vincent Groves, whose dark story came to an eerie end on Halloween night. Then, we share the heartbreaking account of a Colorado teen struck by a car while out trick-or-treating, a sobering reminder of how quickly joy can turn to sorrow. Finally, we explore the mysterious life and final curtain call of the legendary Harry Houdini, whose death on Halloween remains one of history’s most famous and puzzling coincidences. Grab your favorite fall drink and join us for a night where magic, mystery, and misfortune collide—in Trick or Treat and Tragedy.

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] 

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Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_Groves

https://www.sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article255493511.html

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Houdini

Colorado may be known for its breathtaking mountains and endless outdoor adventures—but beneath those postcard-perfect peaks lurk legends that’ll make you think twice before planning your next camping trip. In this eerie episode, Ang takes you deep into the wild and weird side of the Rockies to uncover the cryptids, creatures, and ghostly tales that have haunted locals for generations. From the infamous Bigfoot sightings and the flesh pedestrians who prowl the night, to the Slide-Rock Bolter—an enormous, tourist-eating land fish said to slide down mountains—you’ll meet the monsters that make Colorado a cryptid capital. But that’s not all. Ang also shares chilling folklore like the Tailypo, the creature that comes scratching at your cabin door whispering for its missing tail… the Augerino, a mysterious underground worm said to drain rivers and ditches dry… and the mischievous Tommyknockers who still tap-tap-tap in abandoned mines. Finally, she unearths the haunting tale of the Vampire of Lafayette, a grave that still draws curious visitors and late-night shivers. So grab your flashlight, zip up your sleeping bag tight, and settle in—because tonight, we’re finding out exactly what goes bump in the Colorado mountains. Listen if you dare… and maybe leave the night hikes to someone else.

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] 

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Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

Sources:

https://www.denverpost.com/2023/12/28/colorado-bigfoot-sightings-reports-sasquatch/

https://gazette.com/believe-in-bigfoot-here-are-7-colorado-counties-with-the-most-sightings/article_29161f7a-42ad-11ea-b43a-2360ffe533c0.html

https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Slide-Rock_Bolter

https://wanderingwhaleroad.wordpress.com/2017/10/12/the-slide-rock-bolter/

https://folklore.usc.edu/taily-poe-colorado-cryptid/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augerino

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knocker_(folklore)

https://95rockfm.com/the-navajo-skinwalkers-of-colorados-four-corners-region/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lafayette_vampire

In this out-of-this-world episode of Spine-Chilling Chats, Manda takes listeners deep into the mysterious skies above Colorado — a state famous for its unusually high number of UFO sightings. From the eerie beauty of the San Luis Valley to the iconic UFO Watchtower, the episode explores why so many people believe Colorado is a magnet for extraterrestrial activity. Manda and Ang discuss real government reports on unidentified aerial phenomena, dive into the fine line between fact and folklore, and even share some of their own personal experiences and beliefs about life beyond Earth. Could those strange lights in the sky be something otherworldly — or just a trick of nature (or the military)? So grab your flashlight, look up, and keep an open mind — you never know what might be watching back.

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected]

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Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

Sources:

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/UFO_Watchtower

https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2024/02/12/colorado-ufo-sightings

https://k99.com/top-ufo-sightings-colorado/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral

https://www.denvergazette.com/2025/08/08/7-minute-video-captures-ufo-above-colorado-in-compelling-footage-62236e15-8547-476c-92cd-b491b9bc11d5/

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/annual-ufo-report-21-cases-need-more-analysis-2024/

This week, Ang covers one of Colorado’s most infamous and heartbreaking cases: the Watts Familicide. Under the guise of a seemingly normal suburban life, Chris Watts hid lies, lust, and betrayal that ultimately ended in unimaginable tragedy. In August 2018, the world was horrified when Shanann Watts and her two young daughters, Bella and Celeste, were reported missing. As the investigation unfolded, it quickly became clear that Chris’s story didn’t add up. His body language, his interviews, and his chilling lack of emotion all pointed to a devastating truth — one that shocked not only Colorado, but the entire nation. Chris Watts is a monster for what he did to his family, but as massive as this case was, we couldn’t dedicate a month to Colorado without covering it under one of our true-crime episodes. Join us as we revisit this tragic case that still haunts the true crime world. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses the murder of children at the hands of their own father, as well as the loss of an unborn baby due to the murder of his pregnant mother. Please take care while listening.

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected]

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Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.o...​Denver7 interview with Chris Watts:     • Audio: Chris Watts pri...  ​Netflix: American Murder: The Family Next DoorSerial Killers Podcast: The Watts Family Murders: Part 1 & 2

This week, Manda takes us deep into one of California’s most horrifying true-crime cases — the story of Loren Herzog and Wesley Shermantine, infamously known as the Speed Freak Killers. These two childhood friends turned partners-in-crime left behind a legacy of fear, violence, and unanswered questions that still haunt communities to this day. From their troubled upbringings to their twisted bond and the trail of victims tied to their rampage, Manda unpacks the dark history of their crimes, the shocking discoveries that followed, and how justice eventually caught up with them. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of murder, sexual assault, and graphic violence. Please listen with care. And with this case, we’re wrapping up our time in California. Next week, we’ll be packing our bags and heading into the Rockies as we begin our deep dive into Colorado’s spine-chilling stories.

For episodes like this and more check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.spine-chillingchatspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

If you have a paranormal experience, glitch in the matrix, alien abduction or late-night sexual encounter with the fae please send them in to us! We'd love to read them in an episode. You can send these or other topic suggestions to: [email protected] 

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Music: Geoff Harvey - Pixabay (Spellcraft)

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Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speed_Freak_Killers#Appeals_and_overturned_convictions