On Christmas Eve, 1945, the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia, was consumed by fire. Five of George and Jennie Sodder’s ten children never emerged from the flames. Authorities ruled that they had perished in the blaze—but no bones, no teeth, no trace was ever found. For decades, the Sodders pursued every lead: strange threats, severed phone lines, vanished ladders, mysterious sightings, and even a cryptic photograph claiming one child had survived. Was it a tragic fire, or something far more sinister? In this episode, we unravel one of America’s most haunting family mysteries—the disappearance of the Sodder children.

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In the late 1970s, residents of Glasgow, Scotland, began reporting terrifying encounters with a mysterious figure. He was described as tall, thin, and bald, with a twisted, contorted expression—earning him the name “The Gurning Man.” Witnesses claimed he appeared both on city streets and even inside their homes, often vanishing without explanation.

Was the Gurning Man a prowler, a case of mass hysteria, or something far stranger? Decades later, his identity remains unknown, and the accounts continue to unsettle all who hear them. Join us as we investigate the eerie legend of the Gurning Man and uncover why he still haunts the memory of Glasgow.

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In the early 1800s, a Tennessee family claimed their farm was under siege by a relentless spirit. Known as the Bell Witch, this entity tormented the Bell family with eerie voices, violent attacks, and chilling predictions—so infamous that even President Andrew Jackson is said to have taken notice.

In this episode of The Dark Record, I’m joined by special guest Meghan Cunningham as we revisit one of America’s most famous hauntings. Was it folklore exaggerated over time, a case of mass hysteria, or something genuinely supernatural? Join us as we dive deep into the legend of the Bell Witch and explore why her story continues to haunt Tennessee to this day.

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In 1966, two men were discovered dead on Vintém Hill in Brazil under circumstances so strange they remain unsolved to this day. They were found dressed in formal suits, lying side by side, with lead masks covering their eyes. Nearby lay a cryptic note, money, and no signs of struggle.

The case has sparked decades of speculation. Were they victims of a failed scientific experiment, caught up in a ritual, or silenced for reasons never revealed? Join us as we unravel the bizarre details of the Lead Masks Case and explore why it continues to baffle investigators and mystery seekers alike.

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In the quiet Pennsylvania town of West Pittston, the Smurl family believed they had found their dream home. But soon after moving in, strange sounds, foul odors, and disturbing apparitions began to plague their lives. What followed was a decade-long ordeal of violent attacks, unexplained phenomena, and desperate pleas for help.

The case drew national attention when famed investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren became involved, claiming the family’s home was under siege by a powerful demonic presence. Skeptics argued it was stress or fabrication, while believers saw it as one of the most terrifying hauntings in modern history. Join us as we revisit the chilling Smurl Family Haunting and examine the evidence, the controversy, and the lingering questions it left behind.

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In the summer of 1518, the streets of Strasbourg filled with musicless movement as dozens of people began to dance uncontrollably. What started with one woman soon spread to more than a hundred, their bodies swaying for days without rest. Some collapsed from exhaustion, while others are said to have danced themselves to death.

Known today as the Dancing Plague, this strange outbreak has puzzled historians and scientists for centuries. Was it mass hysteria, ergot poisoning, or a ritual gone terribly wrong? Join us as we explore the unsettling mystery of Strasbourg’s “dancing mania” and uncover why it remains one of the most bizarre medical and cultural events in history.

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In the summer of 1941, Soviet archaeologists opened the tomb of Timur—also known as Tamerlane—the legendary conqueror of Central Asia. Inside, they found chilling inscriptions warning that whoever disturbed his rest would unleash a catastrophe “more terrible than can be imagined.” Just days later, Nazi Germany launched its invasion of the Soviet Union.

Coincidence or curse? The story of Timur’s Tomb has haunted historians for decades. From the warnings etched on the coffin to the timing of Operation Barbarossa, and even the reburial of Timur’s remains, this tale raises questions about fate, legend, and the power of belief. Join us as we dig into the eerie history of one of the world’s most infamous curses.

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This is the premiere of The Dark Record, a special series from The Halloween Podcast where we uncover history’s most chilling mysteries. Our journey begins high in the frozen Ural Mountains of Russia, where nine hikers set out in 1959 and never returned. Their campsite was found abandoned—tents slashed open, belongings left behind, and bodies scattered with injuries that defied explanation.

From avalanches to secret military tests, and from natural disasters to theories beyond imagination, the Dyatlov Pass Incident has become one of the most enduring unsolved tragedies of the 20th century. Join us as we revisit the eerie details of this case and explore why it continues to haunt investigators and storytellers more than sixty years later.

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They stand silently in the fields, stitched together with rags, straw, and fear. Scarecrows are more than just farm tools to frighten away crows—they’ve haunted our imagination for centuries. In this episode, we trace their roots from ancient civilizations to their rise as eerie symbols in folklore, superstition, and Halloween tradition.

From Japanese rice fields to European harvest festivals, and from farming necessity to horror movie icon, scarecrows have always carried a strange mix of protection and dread. Join us as we uncover the real history behind these straw-stuffed guardians and explore how they became one of the most haunting figures of Halloween.

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Pumpkin spice—it’s more than just a latte flavor. In this episode of The Halloween Podcast, I explore the fascinating history behind one of fall’s most beloved and divisive trends. From its origins as a centuries-old spice blend to its rise as the ultimate symbol of autumn, I uncover how pumpkin spice made its way from kitchens to coffee cups, and why it became such a cultural phenomenon. Along the way, I’ll share surprising facts, historical connections to Halloween, and the marketing magic that turned it into a seasonal obsession.

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