In this episode of Super SUS, Ande and Amethyst dive into the devastating case of Kristy Manzanares, whose life was tragically cut short during a family cruise to Alaska in 2017. They walk through the events leading up to that night, the shocking aftermath witnessed by loved ones, and the investigation and court proceedings that followed. The episode also explores the lasting impact on the Manzanares daughters and their community, and how a moment meant for celebration turned into a heartbreaking crime.

Resources for Domestic Violence Support
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available:

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788
• thehotline.org for 24/7 confidential chat
• Love Is Respect (for teens and young adults): loveisrespect.org or text LOVEIS to 22522
• RAINN (sexual violence support): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or rainn.org

You’re not alone, and support is always available.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we unravel the disturbing—and often misunderstood—story of H.H. Holmes, the man long labeled America’s first serial killer. We trace Holmes’ path from his early life to his arrival in Chicago, then into the shadow of the 1893 World’s Fair and the infamous building later dubbed the “Murder Castle.”

But was the Castle truly a maze of gas chambers, torture rooms, and trapdoors built for mass murder? Or was much of its legend born from sensational 1890s newspapers and Holmes’ own lies?

We break down the real history versus the mythology: his confirmed victims, his elaborate fraud schemes, the tragic Pitezel family murders, and how yellow journalism inflated him into a near-mythical monster. Along the way, we expose what scholars now know—and what the tabloids invented—about the man who hid manipulation and greed behind a polished, charming exterior.

Join us as we separate fact from fiction and uncover the chilling truth behind one of America’s most enduring true-crime legends.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we unravel the dark and twisted case of Kelly Cochran — a woman whose web of secrets, manipulation, and violence shocked two states. What begins as an affair quickly escalates into a deadly chain of events involving her husband, Jason, and her lover, Christopher Regan. As investigators dig deeper, they discover inconsistencies, shifting stories, and unsettling rumors that push the case into even darker territory.

We walk through the key moments that led authorities from a missing persons report to one of the most disturbing criminal investigations in recent memory. Along the way, we examine Kelly’s volatile marriage, the bizarre circumstances surrounding Jason’s later death, and the evidence that ultimately unraveled her lies.

Nothing is quite what it seems — and the truth is far more chilling than anyone expected.

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This week, we’re pulling one out of the vault! Originally released as a Patreon bonus episode, we’re sharing this story ad-free while we catch up behind the scenes.

In this episode of Super SUS, we dive into the harrowing survival story of Victoria “Vicky” Cilliers. We unravel Vicky's journey from a loving childhood to her tumultuous relationships, culminating in a shocking murder attempt through a sabotaged parachute jump. Discover the intricate web of deceit, infidelity, and financial ruin that surrounded her, and learn about the investigation that led to the arrest of the perpetrator. We discuss Vicky's path to recovery and her ongoing struggle to rebuild her life.

If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, help is available. The National Domestic Violence Hotline provides confidential, 24/7 support. Reach them at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit www.thehotline.org for resources, guidance, and a listening ear. No one should face abuse alone—there is hope and support for a better, safer future.

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In this episode of Super SUS, we dive into the unsettling phenomenon of “phrogging.” This is when someone secretly lives in another person’s home without their knowledge. We walk through chilling cases, from a Navy officer’s haunting experience in Honolulu to the infamous Denver Spider-Man. We break down the psychological horror faced by victims and the tragic consequences found in some of the most gripping frogging stories on record.

We also look at the case of Daniel LaPlante. His behavior started with break-ins and pranks. It escalated into a horrifying murder spree. His story shows how quickly this hidden crime can turn dark and dangerous.

Resources
If you want to support families facing food insecurity, here are trusted nationwide organizations:
• Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.org
• No Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.org

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In this episode, we dive into the chilling Halloween-night murder of Joel Lovelien, a 38-year-old man found beaten outside The Broken Drum bar in Grand Forks, North Dakota, on October 27, 2007.

What started as a night of costumes and celebration quickly spiraled into chaos — a packed bar, a rowdy party bus, and a parking lot filled with confusion, witnesses, and fear.

Join us as we unravel the timeline of that fateful night and explore how one man’s act of kindness turned into a tragedy that still echoes through the community today.

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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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