This week, we’re diving deep into the stuff of sleepover nightmares — the urban legends that might not be so fictional after all. 👀

We’re starting with Candyman — the legend, the movie, and the real-life horror of Dean Corll (yes, the Candyman Killer). Then we’re talking about the babysitter and the man upstairs — that creepy story every teen heard before babysitting alone, and the chilling real-life cases that may have inspired it.

Next up: the internet’s favorite nightmare, Slender Man, and the 2014 Waukesha case where two 12-year-olds took the story way too far. And finally, we’re checking the backseat (literally) with the classic legend of the killer in the car.

Get ready for goosebumps — and maybe double-check those locks — as we unravel the dark, twisted stories where myth meets murder.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we explore the mysterious disappearance of Cindy Song, a Penn State senior who vanished after a Halloween night out in 2001. After being dropped off at her apartment in the early hours of November 1, Cindy was never seen again.

We revisit the night she went missing, the search that followed, and the haunting questions that remain more than two decades later.

If you have any information about Cindy Song’s disappearance, please contact the Ferguson Township Police Department at (814) 237-1172 or the Centre County Crime Stoppers at 1-877-99-CRIME.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the chilling and infamous case of Ed Gein, known as the Butcher of Plainfield. We explore Gein's troubled childhood, marked by an abusive mother and absentee father, which set the stage for his macabre actions. From digging up graves to creating disturbing artifacts from human remains, Gein's story is both horrifying and perplexing. We discuss his murders of Bernice Worden and Mary Hogan, his arrest, and eventual institutionalization. 

Bonus: This episode also marks our 1-year Podversary! Thank you to all our listeners for joining us on this true crime journey.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we continue the chilling story of Dean Corll, infamously known as the Candyman Killer. Between 1970 and 1973, Corll, with the help of his teenage accomplices David Brooks and Elmer Wayne Henley, abducted, tortured, and murdered at least 28 young boys in the Houston area.

We explore the tragic stories of the victims, the horrifying methods used by the killers, and the eventual downfall of Corll, culminating in his death at the hands of Henley. This episode also examines the failures of law enforcement that allowed this horrific spree to continue unchecked for so long.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode recounts one of the most harrowing serial killer cases in American history.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the chilling case of Dean Arnold Corll, infamously known as the Candyman Killer. We explore his upbringing, the creation of his family's candy business, and the early steps that led him to a life of heinous crimes.

Corll systematically kidnapped, tortured, and murdered at least 28 boys and young men in the Houston area between 1970 and 1973. This episode sets the stage for the unimaginable cruelty he inflicted and examines how he manipulated young boys into assisting with his gruesome acts. We also discuss the grooming process and the sinister influence Corll held over his victims.

Note: This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Tune in next week for Part 2 as we uncover the full scope of Corll’s crimes and how justice eventually caught up with the Candyman Killer.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into part two of the shocking case of Lauryn Licari, a high schooler from Beal City, Michigan, who endured nearly two years of cyberbullying and harassment. The disturbing twist? The perpetrator was someone very close to her. Their actions caused harrowing ordeals for Lauryn, her ex-boyfriend Owen, and their families. The story also explores how local community members, law enforcement, and the victims themselves grappled with the unimaginable revelation. Throughout the episode, we unpack the mental and emotional ramifications, the subsequent legal consequences, and the long-term impact on everyone involved. Tune in for a deep dive into one of the most disturbing cases of cyber abuse by a trusted family member.

Resources & Support:

If you suspect child abuse, call the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-4-A-Child (1-800-422-4453) or visit www.childhelp.org. All calls are toll-free, confidential, and available 24/7 in more than 170 languages.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we delve into the disturbing case from Beal City, Michigan, where 13-year-old Lauryn Licari and her boyfriend Owen McKenny became the targets of relentless cyberbullying.

It all began in October 2020, when the couple started receiving anonymous texts. At first, the messages seemed like cruel pranks, but by September 2021 they escalated into 40–50 disturbing texts per day — filled with threats, explicit content, and emotional manipulation.

Despite efforts from the school, local police, and even the FBI, the harassment continued, leaving the tight-knit community suspicious and divided. Classmates like Khloe Wilson even fell under intense scrutiny and the case seemed to grow darker by the day.

Ande leaves us on a cliffhanger as we wrap up our 49th episode, setting the stage for our big 50th episode. Be sure to tune in to part two, where we reveal who was really behind the twisted tale of cyberstalking.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we continue our investigation into the haunting disappearance of Maura Murray, the 21-year-old nursing student who vanished in February 2004 after crashing her car on a remote New Hampshire road.

With no footprints in the snow, no signs of a struggle, and a trail that went cold just steps from her abandoned car, Maura’s case has fueled two decades of theories—from voluntary escape to foul play. We explore key details like the “red truck,” the A-frame house, and the mysterious phone call that may have come from Maura herself, along with the internet’s enduring fascination and the impact on her family.

👉 If you have information, contact the New Hampshire Cold Case Unit at (603) 223-3856 / [email protected], or the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or tips.fbi.gov.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we dive into the perplexing case of Maura Murray, who vanished on February 9, 2004, after her car was found crashed on a rural road in Haverhill, New Hampshire.

Despite no signs of a struggle and no footprints in the fresh snow, the scene raised more questions than answers. Among the puzzling details: a rag stuffed into the Saturn’s tailpipe, reported sightings that may or may not have been credible, and a chilling voicemail later received by her boyfriend.

We explore Maura’s final days—including troubling personal events leading up to her disappearance—the initial search efforts, and the lingering mysteries that have fueled countless theories.

This case, filled with haunting clues and unanswered questions, remains one of the most bewildering missing person mysteries of recent times.

If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you are not alone. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support available 24/7.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we remember Martha Crutchley and Joshua Ford, a couple whose Memorial Day weekend in 2002 took a horrifying turn in Ocean City, Maryland. What started as a carefree vacation ended in tragedy, and we explore their lives, the fateful decisions that put them in danger, and the investigation that followed. Along the way, we uncover chilling details about the case that shocked a community—and the unsettling reality that danger can sometimes come from the most unexpected places.

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