Nikki and Cheryl are back to uncover the result of the toxic and manipulative relationship between Jodie Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke in part two of their double episode special of the downfall of 8 Passengers. How did a family vlogger become a criminal? Was Jodi Hildebrandt truly possessed by the devil? And will Ruby Franke ever be free? Nikki and Cheryl find out. Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqu...
Apr 24, 2025•50 min•Season 3Ep. 4
This week Cheryl and Nikki head down the YouTube rabbit hole that is Ruby Franke and the downfall of 8 Passengers for part 1 of our 2 part series. How did a Mormon family vlogging channel go so wrong? What actually is Mormonism? And what did Jody Hildebrant's life coaching business Connexions have to do with it? Nikki and Cheryl are about to find out... Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Ins...
Apr 21, 2025•46 min•Season 3Ep. 3
On this week's bonus episode of Killers, Cults and Queens, the team have one thing on their minds... women in STEM! After Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez went to space (with a small s), Alex treats the gang to a whirlwind tour of interplanetary death... nice! PLUS, Nikki and Cheryl hear your thoughts on the Donner-Reed Party disaster, investigate the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon, the true origins of Fanta, and ask... what lengths would you go to to survive? Got a theory? Been lost in a ra...
Apr 18, 2025•30 min
Nikki and Cheryl are back to continue the harrowing tale of the Donner Party! What unspeakable acts did the Forlorn Party endure to stay alive? Did James Reed survive his banishment, or did fate have other plans? And what led one man to consume four people in just three days? Tune in as Nikki and Cheryl unravel the chilling truth behind the survival of the fittest. Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsq...
Apr 17, 2025•45 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Killers, Cults and Queens is BACK for Season 3! This week, Nikki and Cheryl dive into the chilling story of the Donner Party in Part 1 of our multi-episode series. What really happened to the Donner Party? Why did they risk everything to take the dangerous Sierra Nevada route? Could the Donner Party tragedy have been avoided? And just how did Lansford Hastings play a role in this infamous disaster? Tune in to this week's episode of Killers, Cults and Queens to uncover the truth behind one of Ame...
Apr 14, 2025•50 min•Season 3Ep. 1
True crime lovers, horror fans, and mystery addicts – it’s time to get spooky! Join Nikki and Cheryl as they return for another chilling season of Killers, Cults & Queens ! This season, we’re diving deeper into the most twisted cult leaders, infamous serial killers, and bizarre conspiracy theories you won’t believe. From historic slashers to the murderer next door, expect shocking stories, eerie surprises, and spine-tingling twists. AND we've got plenty of new surprises for you... you won't ...
Apr 11, 2025•41 sec
This week on the bonus episode of Killers, Cults and Queens we count down to the release of Season Three... it's coming sooner than you think! The girls get freaky with it with a real life time travelling spy, a hacked TV channel and one too many trips to the bathroom. Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. Listen ...
Apr 10, 2025•24 min
We’re SO close to the highly anticipated Season Three of our podcast, and we can’t wait to share it with you! But before that, Nikki, Chez, and the team are back for another Spooky Sleepover bonus episode. This week, we’re diving into some intriguing topics: the top 5 internet conspiracy theories about turning the clocks back, how to save the planet with Visdeurbel, and effective ways to get rid of sleep paralysis demons. Don’t miss out on these spooky, thought-provoking discussions in this week...
Apr 03, 2025•31 min
Which bird outwitted the Australian army? What way should you hang your loo roll? And why was Cheryl left dodging aliens whilst wearing stilettos?! Join Nikki and Cheryl for a wild ride through history, hilarity, and heated debates on this weeks bonus episode of Killers, Cults and Queens Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimac...
Mar 27, 2025•29 min
Cheryl’s mid-air and producer Alex is away, but Nikki is joined by a very special guest (and I think our spookiest one yet), Jed Shepherd — an actual horror movie maker. Jed’s film 'Host' is scientifically proven as the scariest horror film EVER. Together we’re deep diving into our rabbit holes of the week: can we manifest ghosts? Jed takes us back to the playground ghost hunts he used to run in primary school and it turns out… he started to get haunted by his own ghost and if you lived in south...
Mar 20, 2025•34 min
Nikki’s off on her holibobs, but don’t worry—this week, we’ve got a very special guest: Tia Kofi, Winner of Drag Race UK vs The World! Together, we dive deep into our wildest rabbit holes of the week - and don't worry, this week you're in for a TREAT: The interesting link between rollercoasters and brothels, the questionable origins of the Full English Breakfast (and the continental if you're that way inclined...), The drama behind Malta’s banned Eurovision entry—does it all come down to Remembe...
Mar 13, 2025•26 min
What's invading Nikki's home? Who is the most lauded Brit winner of all time? And do you have undiagnosed Paris Syndrome?! All that and more on this week's bonus episode! Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. Listen on Global Player for free. Download Global Player from the app store or go to globalplayer.com....
Mar 06, 2025•24 min
How many people are walking around with pre-loved teeth? Why are we obsessed with celebrity mugshots? And what eerie ghosts haunt Pluckley, the most haunted village in England? All that and more on this week's bonus episode! Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. Listen on Global Player for free. Download Global Pl...
Feb 27, 2025•31 min
On this week's bonus episode we're breaking RECORDS! Who lives in the most haunted village in England? What's in a star sign? And who got scammed by the viral AI pink Gorilla Couch?! Find out on this week's Spooky Sleepover! Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. Listen on Global Player for free. Download Global Pl...
Feb 20, 2025•26 min
Why was the world once terrified of designer babies? What’s the most bizarre reason someone landed on a no-fly list? And what horrifying secrets lurk inside a cursed Dybbuk box? Dive into these eerie and mind-blowing mysteries on this week’s Spooky Sleepover! Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. And if you're loo...
Feb 13, 2025•31 min
Who were the Radium Girls? Who hid mystery tiny coffins in Arthur's Seat? And are you thinking of the number we're thinking?! Find out this week on our Spooky Sleepover! Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. And if you're looking for a place to support Kerry, their Patreon is here: www.patreon.com/searchandrescuew...
Feb 06, 2025•29 min
Who has the worst road rage out of Nikki and Cheryl? What rodent is an award winning sniffer? And which celeb recorded the most top singles in Simlish?! Find out this week on The Spooky Sleepover. Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. And if you're looking for a place to support Kerry, their Patreon is here: www.p...
Jan 30, 2025•24 min
What is Cheryl's roman empire? What deadly disease did the Victorians try to catch to get the Ozempic effect? And WHO could be hiding in your walls?! Find out this week on The Spooky Sleepover. Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherydragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon. And if you're looking for a place to support Kerry, their Patreon is here: www.patr...
Jan 23, 2025•32 min
It's STILL getting dark at 4pm?! Who cares! Snuggle up and get cosy for this week's Spooky Sleepover! This week, it's just us gals, as we take a look back on the incredible Ru Paul's Drag Con UK this past weekend and get down to brass tacks on Ocean Gate. Then, the Rabbit Holes return! Get ready for one of the most graphic horrors the deep sea has to offer... we still have chills! Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM u...
Jan 16, 2025•22 min
Grab your ginger biscuits, because Nikki and Cheryl are diving deep 🌊 into the OceanGate disaster. Known as the deep sea coffin for billionaire's, the Titan submersible has become one of the most infamous vessels in ocean exploration history. In this episode, we reveal the shocking details that almost stopped the doomed dive, explore the Titanic obsession 🚢, and uncover how flawed carbon fiber technology led to OceanGate's downfall. Plus, meet Stockton Rush—the man behind the tragic deaths of ...
Jan 13, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 15
This week on The Spooky Sleepover, we take an important moment to reflect on the devestating passing of the shining star of UK drag, The Vivienne. Join hosts Nikki and Chez as they reflect on her impact on the drag community and beyond. Then, Nikki and Chez are joined by the anonymous Reddit user behind the Search and Rescue threads on r/nosleep! Together, they pull back the curtain on one of the most bone chilling and spine tingling American national park horror stories ever to exist. AND in a ...
Jan 09, 2025•29 min
The Staircases in the Woods: Chilling Search and Rescue Stories from Reddit 🌲 It's time, true crime and paranormal fans! 🔍 Nikki and Chez are diving deep into Reddit's spookiest mystery — the Search and Rescue (SAR) stories that have left the internet buzzing. In this eerie episode, they explore the chilling tales from an anonymous search and rescue officer in America's national parks. 🏞️ Could there be a bear-like creature abducting children? What grisly remains have been discovered in the w...
Jan 06, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Get ready for a gripping episode as we sit down with Dr. Jim Alvarez, the legendary hostage negotiator who’s handled some of the world’s most intense and high-stakes situations. From his days as a towering 6'5" NYPD negotiator to analyzing the infamous Waco Siege, Jim takes us behind the scenes like never before. In this explosive episode, you'll discover: The real reasons the Waco Siege spiraled into a fiery tragedy—and how it could have been avoided. Shocking insider details about the FBI’s ta...
Jan 02, 2025•47 min
🎙️ The Waco Siege: Unraveling the Branch Davidians and David Koresh’s Deadly Prophecy 🔥 Join Nikki and Cheryl as they take a deep dive into one of the most infamous cult stand-offs in American history—the Waco Sieg . In this episode, we travel back to Waco, Texas, where the self-proclaimed "sinful messiah", David Koresh (formerly Vernon Wayne Howell—yes, we’re looking at you, VERNIE 👀), took control of the Branch Davidians . What started as a religious community 🙏 quickly spiralled into chao...
Dec 30, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Get ready for an unforgettable episode of Killers, Cults, and Queens ! Nikki Druce and Cheryl welcome the legendary Fenton Bailey—co-creator of RuPaul’s Drag Race , celebrated documentarian, and TV pioneer. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of Tammy Faye Bakker, her impact on the LGBTQ+ community, and her role as a trailblazer in television history. 🎙️ What’s Inside This Episode: The story behind Tammy Faye Bakker’s groundbreaking activism and unique drag-like persona. How Fenton’...
Dec 26, 2024•39 min
📺 Rise and Fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker: Televangelism, Scandal, and a LGBTQIA+ Legacy 🌈 Cauliflower's fluffy and cabbages are green 🥦, but this week, we're diving deep into one of America's biggest televangelism scandals! Nikki and Cheryl explore the meteoric rise and shocking fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker's Praise The Lord (PTL) Network ✝️. What began as a mission to spread the gospel worldwide unraveled into a notorious sex and financial fraud scandal that rocked American televang...
Dec 23, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 12
🎙️ In this week’s Spooky Sleepover episode, Nikki and Cheryl are joined by the incredible Malia Miglino, aka the LA History Girl! From creepy Victorian tales to festive Santa Claus trivia, this episode is packed with macabre history, shocking true crime, and holiday cheer. Here’s what to expect: Malia’s Creepy Adventures: Hear about her experiences in haunted spots like the Queen Mary and the infamous Cecil Hotel, plus the chilling history of LA’s occult ties. True Crime Spotlight: A deep dive ...
Dec 19, 2024•39 min
💔 Heartbreak and Horror: The Tragic Case of Jasmine Richardson and Jeremy Steinke 🐺 Divas, we’re not going to lie—this week’s episode is a tough listen. It may be one of the most heartbreaking cases we've covered yet, so please be aware of that before diving in. Join Nikki and Cheryl as they investigate the chilling case of the infamous couple, Jasmine Richardson and Jeremy Steinke—the man who believed he was a werewolf. 🐺 How did a couple with such a significant age difference make such deva...
Dec 16, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this week’s episode of Killers, Cults, and Queens , Nikki and Cheryl are back with their unique blend of dark tales, campy fun, and meaningful conversations. Get cozy for this wild ride as we dive into: 💀 Flight 571 : The harrowing true story of survival in the Andes Mountains. What would you do to stay alive for 72 days in freezing isolation? Nikki and Cheryl ponder the mental strength it takes to endure such a nightmare. 🔪 The Eunuch Maker : A shocking true crime case involving illegal su...
Dec 11, 2024•27 min
✈️ Survival Against All Odds: The Infamous Flight 571 Air Disaster 🏔️ This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are taking a different route—exploring one of the most infamous air disasters in history: the story of the Uruguayan Rugby team and Flight 571. It’s a tale of heartbreaking decisions, catastrophic mistakes, and the raw human instinct to survive. 🏔️ How far would you go to stay alive in the face of impossible odds? Nikki and Cheryl are about to uncover the chilling deta...
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 10
