Toil and Trouble: A Podcast Of The Macabre

Trigger warning: Talks of Suicide and Self Harm

In this episode Ash introduces us to Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter who pretended to be a member of the notable Rockefeller family. Tori takes us on a trip to Japan where we learn about Aokigahara also known as The Japanese Suicide Forest. 

Poem Credit: Aokigahara by Paul Neglia posted to creativeexiles.com

If you feel you need help please reach out to The National Suicide Prevention Line:

1-800-273-8255

or visit 

suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Tori is joined by listener and all around good human Meg to talk about three haunted locations near where Meg lives in Pennsylvania! Get ready to get spooky! 

In this episode Ash and Tori play a little catch and read your cringey dating stories. The heart of the episode however is the break down of the disappearance of Madeleine McCann: A young girl who went missing on a family holiday to Portugal. 

Mal is here to discuss their personal spooky stories!

Troublemakers, have you ever wondered how easily it is to be indoctrinated in a cult? Melissa can tell you. Listen in as she describes her time affiliated with a religious organization.  

In this mini Tori is joined by Shawna aka author S.L. Freake to discuss the inspiration behind one of her books, The Thames Torso Murders. They have a bit of a rough connection while recording BUT the information is fascinating! 

In this episode, Ash and their friend Ian sit down to discuss Ian's time working with Dark Magic as well as the importance of safety of invocations. Tune in Troublemakers for a real spooky treat.

Hey Troublemakers! Ash and Tori coming at you randomly since this week has been a heavy week in news. We discuss the update from Sarah Turney regarding her sister Alissa Turney's case. We discuss the tragic developments in the disappearance of JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. We end with a heart to heart regarding the state of world. If nothing else Troublemakers, just remember we are a family and we love you. 

Sarah Turney was in seventh grade when her life changed forever. Join Ash and Tori as Sarah tells the story of the disappearance of her sister Alissa and her fathers alleged involvement.  Strap in for this honest and unfiltered look at Sarah's family and the mystery that defines it.  Please subscribe to Sarah's podcast "Voices for Justice" to have a detailed look at this story. Sign the petition at www.justiceforalissa.com

Ash and Tori wrap up this.....tale about mermaids. They discuss sightings, possible explanations and what the mermaids would look like if they are real!