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Sinister Sisters

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What's up, weirdos. Lauren and Felicia here. We are best friends and we love spooky stuff. Each week we will be sharing freaky, paranormal, or unexplained stories with you. Are you a believer like Felicia? Or a skeptic like Lauren? Follow us on Instagram at @sinistersisterspodcast
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Episodes

Boo Hags & The Island of the Dolls

In this week's episode, it's Hags & rag dolls! Felicia covers Boo Hags - a mythical creature found in the folklore of South Carolina's Gullah culture. Similar to vampires, they're scary, skinless monsters that can suck the life right out of you! While Lauren faces her fear of dolls and discusses "La Isla de las Muñecas" aka "The Island of Dolls." Dating all the way back to the 1950s, a man named Don Julián Santana Barrera collected lost dolls, hanging them all over a deserted island he owned...

Mar 07, 202228 min

The Bunny Man & The Watcher House

In this week's episode, Lauren uncovers the urban legend of The Bunny Man - a story that came out of two events from Fairfax County, Virginia involving a man in a bunny costume wielding an axe! While Felicia explores "The Watcher" House in Westfield, New Jersey in which The Broaddus family started receiving disturbing letters from a stalker just days after they purchased the house. Listen to hear all their creepy contents... Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to pro...

Feb 28, 202233 min

The Disappearance and Reappearance of Danny Filippidis & the Men In Black

In this week's episode, Felicia covers the chilling disappearance of Danny Filippidis - a Toronto firefighter who went missing while on a ski trip in New York and reappeared six days later in Sacramento with no memory of how he got there or what happened to him. While Lauren explores the out-of-this-world urban legend of the real Men in Black - it's more than just a successful movie franchise! There are countless conspiracy theories and eyewitness accounts of these mysterious black-suited men wh...

Feb 21, 202239 min

The Lost Colony of Roanoke & Lake Lanier

In this week's episode, 2 spooky settlement stories from different time periods in US history! Lauren explores the Lost Colony of Roanoke from the 1500s - which was to be the first English settlement in the New World until over a 100 pioneers mysteriously vanished! Felicia uncovers Lake Lanier in Georgia from the 1950s - a place plagued by controversy and haunted by tragedy after Black communties and cemeteries were purposely flooded to make way for the lake. No wonder people claim there is parn...

Feb 14, 202239 min

The Witch Hannah Cranna & Mel's Hole

This week, Felicia discusses our new favorite, inspirational witch: Hannah Cranna or "The Wicked Witch of Monroe". Instead of denying the accusations that she was a witch, Hannah used her reputation to influence and terrify her neighbors. An icon. Next, Lauren tells the story of Mel's Hole. This was supposedly a 80,000 ft hole in Washington that might have been a portal to another dimension. Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to promote? We would love to plug your w...

Feb 07, 202238 min

A Spooky Q&A Episode

We're back with more spooky and sinister questions from our listeners. Thank you for the submissions! We had so much fun digging into our personal opinions and experiences with all things strange and unusual. Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to promote? We would love to plug your work in our podcast for free. Please DM us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast or email sinistersisterspodcast666@gmail.com and see if you end up on next week's episode! Please send us t...

Jan 31, 202233 min

The "Char-Man" & La Lechuza

We are back after a brief intermission last week! Today, Felicia covers the "Char-Man", a local legend of the Ojai Valley in California. Is he actually a terrifying creature to be feared? Lauren tells the myth of La Lechuza, a monster with many depictions. They might be evil witches that can transform into birds or owl-like animals with the face of an old woman. Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to promote? We would love to plug your work in our podcast for free. P...

Jan 24, 202236 min

True Crime Stories Inspiring and Inspired by the movie Scream

This week we have a special episode getting ready for the release of the new Scream movie! Lauren discusses the Gainesville murders, when Danny Rolling murdered 5 college students in 1990. This horrific case scared Kevin Williamson so badly that it sparked the idea for the screenplay of Scream. Then Felicia takes over to talk about two teenagers, Torey Adamcik and Brian Draper, who killed their friend saying they were influenced by the same movie. Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any ...

Jan 10, 202246 min

The Soham Psychic & Three Devil's Bridges

Happy New Year listeners! After our two Christmas specials, we are back to the basics: murder, psychics, and bridges created by the devil. Felicia covers the disturbing true story of a double child murder in Soham, Cambridgeshire. The parents enlisted the help of a psychic named Dennis Mckenzie who is known for his assistance with unsolvable cases. Lauren discusses three bridges that are so unique in their architecture that the folklore leads us to believe Satan could have been involved in their...

Jan 03, 202251 min

Sinister Christmas Special Part 2: Killer Santas

It's Part 2 of our Christmas special this week! Lauren and Felicia list off six murdering Santas. Most are murders committed by people dressed as Santa Claus at the time, but there is one particularly horrifying story of a mall Santa who had a terrible secret hobby. Felicia also adds a fun extra tidbit going into the original lyrics behind "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas". WARNING: This week is a particularly gruesome episode as we get into the murders. If gun violence is triggering for ...

Dec 27, 202128 min

Sinister Christmas Special Part 1: Pagan Traditions & Krampus

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all you weirdos out there. This week, Lauren talks about the Pagan customs that have become Christmas traditions over the years. Felicia discusses the horrific mythical creature Krampus, a sort of anti-Saint Nicholas. We thank you all for listening this year and hope you have been good to avoid being kidnapped or swat at with birch rods. Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to promote? We would love to plug your work in our podcas...

Dec 20, 202134 min

The Bootlegger House & Pythian Castle

We've got two haunted locations this week, weirdos! Felicia starts us off with discussing the mischievous ghosts of Bootlegger House in Charlotte, NC. Then Lauren talks about the spirits found in Pythian Castle. This stone fortress was once an orphanage, a resting house for widows, and an army hospital. Sound like a recipe for ghosts or what? Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to promote? We would love to plug your work in our podcast for free. Please DM us on Insta...

Dec 13, 202130 min

Meteoric Ann Hodges & The Wizard of New Zealand

This is a wild one, weirdos! Lauren starts off with the story of Ann Hodges, the only known human to have been hit by a meteor. Felicia discusses the Wizard of New Zealand, a man paid by the government for his wizard services. Two individuals who can truly say their lives are unlike anyone else's! Do you have a podcast, short film, event or any creative project to promote? We would love to plug your work in our podcast for free. Please DM us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast or email sinister...

Dec 06, 202138 min

The Spiritual Possession of Lurancy Vennum & The Spontaneous Human Combustion of Mary Reeser

Happy post Thanksgiving week, weirdos! Felicia tells the mysterious story of the spiritual possession of Lurancy Vennum. She was allegedly taken over by the spirit of Mary Roff, but this is not a boring, overdone possession story! The facts are so spooky on this one, even Lauren might be a believer now. Lauren discusses the spontaneous human combustion of Mary Reeser. Another case of the facts just not adding up... If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on In...

Nov 29, 202140 min

Travis the Chimp & New York City Sewer Alligators

It's a creature feature week! Lauren tells the story of Travis the Chimp, a beloved family pet until he went wild. Felicia discusses all the rumors of alligators living in the sewers of New York City. Chimps and alligators and mole people, oh my! If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Nov 22, 202136 min

The New England Vampire Panic & The Victoria Hall Disaster

On this week's episode, Felicia discusses the New England vampire panic, a horrifying reaction to an outbreak of tuberculosis in the 19th century. Lauren tells what happened at the Victoria Hall disaster in 1883. Beware if you have claustrophobia or cleithrophobia. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Nov 15, 202137 min

Halloween Spooktacular Special

It's almost Halloween, witches! To celebrate our favorite time of the year, we gave you each of our Top 5 lists for movies to watch during the spooky season. We shared 5 family friendly movies and 5 scary movies you won't want to miss! Then, we cover the history of Jack-o-Lanterns and the myth of Stingy Jack. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Oct 25, 202129 min

The History of Halloween & Trick-or-Treating

This week & next week it's all All Hallows Eve episodes with a back-to-back spooktacular special! Part I: we're covering the history of Halloween and trick-or-treating. Including the roots in the Celtic festival of Samhain (and how to even pronounce Samhain), the origins of costumes & candy, and more. It's all treats and no tricks so tune in! If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Oct 18, 202142 min

The Demonic Rituals of Danielle Harkins & the Villisca Axe Murders

On this week's episode, Lauren tells the horrific case of Danielle Harkins. She was a literary teacher in Florida who convinced her students to participate in demonic rituals. Felicia discusses the Villisca axe murders, one of the most brutal and unsolved crimes in American history. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Oct 11, 202140 min

Photographic Memory & Dutch Magic

On this week's episode, Felicia covers the fascinating idea of photographic memory. Does it actually even exist? Lauren discusses Dutch Magic or Pow-wow, but through the lens of a true and horrifying discovery made by the Bretzius family in Auburn, PA. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast And here is the link from Felicia's research about photographic memory: https://bit.ly/3ivCTws

Oct 03, 202144 min

Green Man's Tunnel & Winchester Mystery House

We are Sinister Sick-sters this week, folks...get ready for some sultry, sickly voices. On this episode, Lauren discusses the Green Man's Tunnel in South Park Township, Pennsylvania + she tells the true story of the man behind the myth - Raymond Robinson! And Felicia covers the Winchester Mystery House, a mansion known for its architectural curiosities in San Jose, CA. PS: If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out, follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast...

Sep 27, 202141 min

The Blue Ghost Tunnel & "Grizzly Man" Timothy Treadwell

This week, Felicia covers the Blue Ghost Tunnel in Thorbold, Ontario, which has been abandoned for over a century and is likely home to paranormal activity. Lauren talks about the tragic life of bear enthusiast Timothy Treadwell, the star of the "Grizzly Man" documentary.

Sep 20, 202143 min

Haunted Colleges - Part 2

Part 2 of Haunted Colleges!! Felicia and Lauren take you through more spooky schools with scares that are A+. This is a casual and fun one, weirdos. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Sep 13, 202123 min

Haunted Colleges - Part 1

This week, Felicia & Lauren school you on some spooky Haunted Colleges and take school "spirit" to a whole new degree! If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Sep 06, 202132 min

Carl Tanzler and Elena "Helen" Milagro de Hoyos & The Trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson

This week, Lauren covers the story of Carl Tanzler and Elena "Helen" Milagro de Hoyos. Not only is there weird, one-way old man romantic obsession with a much younger woman, but there is corpse-stealing, weirdos. Felicia discusses the Trial of Arne Cheyenne Johnson, the true story behind the The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Aug 30, 202137 min

Haunted Theaters

It's a list week, y'all. Felicia and Lauren cover some of the most haunted theaters in the world and the terrifying ghosts that live in them. Theaters are places of darkness and magic, who knows what lurks in the corners of these huge buildings? If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Aug 23, 202134 min

The Botched Exorcism of Kennedy Ife & Skinwalker Ranch

This week, Lauren covers the story of Kennedy Ife, a botched exorcism true crime case that happened in 2016. Felicia discusses Skinwalker Ranch, a Part 2 to Lauren's topic last week. Also known as Sherman Ranch, is the site of tons of UFO sightings and paranormal activity. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Aug 16, 202150 min

The Mandela Effect & Skin-Walkers

This week, Felicia discusses the Mandela Effect and even quizzes Lauren on her knowledge of some classic ones. Lauren covers the Skin-Walker from Navajo culture, a creepy version of a shapeshifting witch that will surely to keep you up at night. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Aug 09, 202149 min

The Ghosts of Jackson's Square & Amelia Dyer

This week, Lauren discusses the ghosts of Jackson's Square in New Orleans, including one special ghoul in Muriel's Seance Lounge. Are you sick of her talking about her trip yet? Felicia covers one of the darkest topics ever heard on the podcast: Amelia Dyer. She was an English serial killer who murdered babies in the Victorian period. Don't worry, we lighten it up by talking about a couple musicals. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @siniste...

Jul 19, 202149 min

Bloody Mary & New Orleans' Vampires

This week, Felicia talks about the spooky urban legend of Bloody Mary. How many origin stories could she possibly have? Still doesn't make us want to look in a mirror or say her name three times. Lauren covers the first rumor of vampires in New Orleans and their modern counterparts. If you have requests for future episodes or just want to hang out follow us on Instagram @sinistersisterspodcast

Jul 12, 202147 min
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