This week we’re celebrating our 40th episode! And what a better way to memorialize the occasion, than taking a good ol’ stroll down memory lane? Today we’re looking at some of our past episodes through the eyes of fellow locals who have shared their own experiences online as they relate to a few topics we’ve covered. The Grim Cities is over the hill; so let’s get some fresh perspectives! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jan 31, 2024•34 min•Season 3Ep. 12
They say there is always something new to discover in your own backyard. That is certainly the case in today’s episode, as Madeline and Dan first learn about a small island seated in the Mississippi River on the outskirts of Cottage Grove. Once home to the Mdewakanton tribe, what sort of entities now lurk amongst the wooded landscape? Whoever they are, we can tell you that they likely don’t want you there… Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jan 10, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Strap in y’all, ‘cause a lot is going down in today’s episode. We check in with one another to make sure we weathered Krampusnacht unscathed, Madeline gets a new calendar that will benefit ALL of us, and Dan tries to teach Madeline why her opinion about a certain heartthrob is just plain wrong. And that’s just the beginning…we’re diving back into the early 1900s mobster scene. It’s going to be a wild ride! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jan 03, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Everyone wants a helpful assistant around the house to help with all the mundane chores, right? Lucky for you all, Madeline and Dan discuss some elf-like creatures from Nordic folklore that can take some stress off your plate. At least…most of the time. It’s a Christmas miracle! Or an omen… I guess you’ll have to listen and find out for yourself. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Dec 20, 2023•25 min•Season 3Ep. 9
In a first for The Grim Cities, Madeline and Dan are recording in front of a (very small) LIVE AUDIENCE! Who would have thought two other human beings would voluntarily subject themselves to the raw and unedited voices of your two notorious hosts. In today’s episode we listen to our first fan voicemail and follow-up on a haunted school in a small town. So join in the fun, live vicariously through others, and see what wonders await an in-person audience member. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, ...
Dec 13, 2023•28 min•Season 3Ep. 8
This episode is STACKED y’all! Madeline and Dan start off right away with not one, but FOUR horror headlines. 😱 They cover everything from unacceptable recording equipment standards (…terrifying) to a deck of cards that bring back bad childhood memories for Dan. And just when you think that much content would span an entire episode, we throw one of Madeline’s favorite scary stories at ya. It’s a tantalizing tale that will have you questioning what the actual fuck is going on?! Get hype. Be sure...
Dec 06, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 7
This week, Madeline and Dan continue their long overdue read-through of listener emails…they’re getting through it slowly but surely, okay?! Furthermore, they dip their toes back into the chilling waters of true crime. Listen and find out if a spunky group of small town residents can overcome the infamous might of one of the Midwest’s greatest mobsters! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Nov 22, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In today’s episode, Madeline and Dan take their first official field trip! To an actual physical location. They head to Duluth to tour an old ship and to experience all of the horrors trapped within its steel hull. So get ready to learn some local history while listening to Madeline and Dan scream and struggle for their lives… Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Nov 01, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Madeline and Dan are awful planners and have a really bad habit of doing things super last minute… So if you have similar tendencies then we’ve got some super helpful halloween tips for you this year. And if you’re on top of everything in your life, well…then what are you doing taking our advice? Jot down some notes in today’s episode, or better yet, teach us how to be better. And while you’re at it, don’t accidentally fall into an alternate reality. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, X, and Fac...
Oct 25, 2023•29 min•Season 3Ep. 4
AI has taken over nearly every corner of our daily lives. It can provide us with robust answers to our most specific questions, help us organize our daily lives, or even allow us to create stunning artwork without years of pursuing an art degree. But what happens when it goes rogue? Today we put on our cryptozoology gloves to uncover the creepy origins of the internet's first digital cryptid. And it's...unsettling. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!...
Oct 18, 2023•24 min•Season 3Ep. 3
More UAPs are flying your way in this week’s episode. A continuation of last week’s discussion becomes more local. Madeline and Dan read some UFO reports from their home state of Minnesota. And let’s just say, some of them are…well...we’re not quite sure what cocktail of mind altering drugs some of these people are on. Get your binoculars ready, and keep your eyes peeled for unexplained shit! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Oct 11, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 2
It's been a while since we've graced your listening holes, and for that we have a lot of ground to make up for. What better time to return than the first week of Spooky Szn?! 🎃👻🍂 And today really does get spooky, with real-life encounters from unidentified anomalous phenomena. Crazier yet? The United States military has now officially acknowledged the validity of video recordings from within their own ranks. Furthermore, today’s episode reveals another major breakthrough: Madeline finally ove...
Oct 04, 2023•40 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Spring is upon us, and that means many of you are freshening up your look for the good weather. May I suggest getting your haircut with a cryptid? This may also help you pick up a new hot lover as we travel to one of the world’s most notorious sex work hotspots. You guessed it…Amsterdam! This week we learn that a good time may not be the only thing lurking in those private rooms. So get your cash ready and brace yourself for a wild night! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook ...
May 17, 2023•37 min
In this week’s episode there’s a hostile takeover of Demon Dookies. It’s scary, it’s unsettling, and there may be no way to stop them. So, before we all pass away from an unexpected and undignified death, listen and learn a bit more about your favorite podcast hosts. Otherwise…good luck out there… Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Mar 22, 2023•55 min
In this week’s episode, a ventriloquist doll is on hand to be your doting valentine for the month of February. That is, if you accept his proposal. Otherwise you could try your luck with the severed limb that emerged from a hot spring. And if neither of those options tickle your fancy: how about a ghost who follows you home? Yeah, shit gets real in this episode… Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jan 11, 2023•43 min
A toilet paper debate starts off this week’s episode, before Madeline and Dan pivot to a potentially gruesome rivalry to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But all of that pales in comparison to the horrors that await visitors in this southeastern Pennsylvania mansion. Luckily you’re able to buy a pint when you step through the doors, because you’ll need something to dull your senses… Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jan 04, 2023•41 min
In today's episode we inquire about a very important, very illusive topic: ourselves! Madeline and Dan take turns answering pertinent questions that explore both their interests and their fears. From their first horror-related memory to scary theme music that really gets their skin crawling, this episode lays it all out on the table. Tune in to get closer than ever before to your favorite podcast hosts! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Nov 09, 2022•39 min
Welcome back everyone! Okay, so it's official; we got renewed for a second season...by ourselves! It's been a little while, but we're back behind the mic and we couldn't be more excited to be bringing you fresh n' freaky content for you to lose sleep over. Today we're visiting a tantalizingly tranquil resort on the shores of a northern Minnesota lake. But don't let the cute facade and fun lake activities fool you. This hotel has a dark side, overrun by ghosts in the middle of a familial spat and...
Sep 21, 2022•54 min
Hello listeners. Madeline and Dan are out this week researching some real spooky shit for y'all! As we work to pump out new episodes, we highly recommend you take some time to check out The Skylark Bell podcast. Go ahead, get immersed in a harrowing and curious tale centered in the spooky town Pocket. What secrets await your discovery? Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Aug 03, 2022•5 min
We're putting our thinking caps on and learning some new words today. What was supposed to be a regular 'Word of the Month' segment has become more of a word of the season. BUT! The wait has been worth it because today we're learning a lot about reflective surfaces, calling the dead, and...scrotums? Well...just take a listen for yourself. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jul 27, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Today we're headed to the bar to celebrate a momentous occasion: our podcast has officially reached the legal drinking age! 🍻That's right, no more kiddie cocktails and black x's on the hands, baby! In honor of this moment, we thought it would be perfect to highlight some of the Midwest's most haunted drinking establishments. From Anoka to Indianapolis, the ghosts are out in full force getting plastered. So crack open a cold one and take a shot with us. You'd best dull your senses for this episo...
Jul 07, 2022•30 min
We start this week off by finally revealing the voting results of the two-sentence horror story competition between Madeline and Dan. The outcome was shocking to say the least! Then we dive into some scary history from a building that was supposed to produce a simple household staple. Urban exploring and animal slaughter are just the start of the wash cycle in this week's episode. So take a listen to find out what happens when a haunted house becomes real...a little TOO REAL! Be sure to follow u...
Jun 22, 2022•45 min
Today we take over a historic music venue with it's own...dark...history. Prince may not have been the only one to leave an impression on this concert hotspot. So listen closely, and you may just hear more behind the music! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jun 15, 2022•41 min
Welcome back everyone! We know a little bit of time has past since we were last together, but we're so excited to be back and to bring you more spooky-ass content. Haunted art museums, hide and seek with an apparition, and possible bus drivers that are actually...ghosts?! Oh yeah...we're back y'all! Dig in to another juicy episode now. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Jun 08, 2022•30 min
We’ve got a lot coming at you this week, y’all! From stenches that just won’t go away, to mummified remains, to murdered lovers, this episode has it all. And this time around, we’re looking for some help from our listeners; we officially share our two-sentence horror stories and open up voting to everyone. The stakes are high, and the power is in your hands…use it wisely! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities! …and submit your votes there.
Apr 06, 2022•56 min
What does community mean to you? Is it a small town where everyone, and everything, is familiar? Perhaps it’s a medical facility where you receive needed care? Or maybe it is a fellow dormitory neighbor practicing witchcraft on the other side of your shared wall…wait WHAT?! Brush up on your spells and dive into today’s episode to learn more. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or ideation, please know there are resources available. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline...
Mar 09, 2022•31 min
Today we surprise Dan with a haunted place of which he is at the epicenter. That's right, we're traveling to an eerie marshland that stretches across much of the UK. It's best to avoid this area, as many people who venture in never make it out... If you do dare to enter this murky quagmire, just be sure not to eat the mushrooms 'cause you're gonna need your wits about you for the horrors that lie inside. Dan is going to have to channel his inner Demon Slayer for this one. Wish him luck! Be sure ...
Feb 23, 2022•41 min
Get ready for a double dose of frights, because we’re bringing you a twofer today! That’s right, we’ll be covering TWO topics in today’s episode. Why? Because we love y’all and you deserve a little something extra. So if you’re headed up to the North Shore any time soon, you might want to be careful where you book your stay... Haunted hotel rooms and an old 20th century tower? Sounds a bit sketchy to me. Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!
Feb 09, 2022•32 min
I hope you don't have triskaidekaphobia, because today is our 13th episode! To mark the occasion, we are releasing an extra special episode and gracing your ears with something we haven't done before. We’ll discuss a local restaurant with a particularly dark past. And then…a surprise for all of our listeners! So, you don’t think the number 13 brings bad luck? Maybe not, but this episode might… Proceed with caution! Be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @TheGrimCities!...
Jan 27, 2022•28 min
Have you ever wondered what events led to the state of Minnesota's decision to abolish the death penalty? Or perhaps you're curious about the spirits that still linger to this day after their untimely death by execution. Well, the answers are a lot closer to home than you may realize. A statue at the entrance of the building in today's episode is said to bring good luck if you rub its toe. You might wanna do that before you listen to today's episode...there's a lot going on here. Be sure to foll...
Jan 12, 2022•28 min
