Send us a text Have you ever raised an eyebrow at the forgotten tales that lurk in the shadows of our hometowns? Join us, Jess and Hannah, on a riveting journey through Holyoke, Massachusetts, where the imprints of 19th-century immigrants' hopes and heartaches are etched into the fabric of the city. We kick things off with a dash of humor, sharing those quirky moments in relationships and the fiery passion of the ACOTAR series, before we pull back the curtain on the chilling story of John Kemmle...
May 22, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Send us a text Have you ever found humor in the most unexpected places, like a wedding card mix-up that leaves everyone in stitches? We sure have, and we're kicking off our latest episode with a laugh that you won't want to miss. Together with our producer Rob, we're stitching a tapestry of tales that blend light-hearted banter with the chill of the macabre, inviting you to join us on these Wicked Wanderings. We're opening our doors wide for your stories and questions too—shoot us a text, and yo...
May 15, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 37
Send us a text Join us for a gripping journey through the nefarious acts of Robert Leroy Anderson, the Duct Tape Killer, as we piece together the heart-rending stories of Piper Streyle and Larissa Demanski. Venture into the chilling details of their abductions in South Dakota and explore the unsettling reality of a killer's meticulous methods. With the insightful contributions of our guest, Kaylyn, we strike a balance, intertwining the grave nature of the case with the lighter side of our podcas...
May 08, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Send us a text As the sinister saga of Stuart Rudolph Weldon unravels, our hearts are heavy with the weight of his despicable acts. Together with Jess, Hannah, and producer Rob with special Guest Kaylyn, we find ourselves ensnared in the macabre tapestry of Weldon's life, marked by a harrowing transition from troubled youth to monstrous criminal. The streets of Springfield, Massachusetts bear the scars of Weldon's depravity, with the grim discovery of three bodies buried at his home. Our journey...
May 01, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Send us a text A quaint blunder sets the stage for our latest foray - not into the culinary world, but into the shadows of early 20th-century unsolved crimes that gripped the nation. With the wit and wisdom of our special guest, Junior Wanderer Kaylyn, we traverse the more sinister topic of axe murders that left a chilling mark on American history. Together, we swap tales of thrifty book hunts, the sense of intimacy found within the pages of our favorite reads, and our collective, grim fascinati...
Apr 24, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 34
Send us a text Join us on a gripping journey as we uncover the eerie details of the Villisca axe murders, a puzzle that has haunted the annals of true crime for over a century. Jess and Hannah, bring a unique blend of respectful humor to shield ourselves from the darkness of this case, ensuring we honor the memories of those lost whilst dissecting the macabre clues left behind. Our exploration begins in the quiet town of Villisca, Iowa, where a neighbor's intuition sets off a chain of horrific d...
Apr 17, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Send us a text Whispers in the night often lead to stories that grip us with fear—yet none so haunting as the tale of three middle school girls caught in the web of the Slenderman legend. As your guides, Jess, Hannah, and our special guest John, we take you through the shadowy intersection where mental illness meets myth, where the ordinary becomes distorted. The yearning for belonging set the stage for a tragedy that would shake the world. Our journey into the heart of darkness doesn't shy away...
Apr 10, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Send us a text Could the vivid memories of a six-year-old really unlock the secrets of a past life in Istanbul? This question captures our fascination in the latest Wicked Wanderings episode, as we, Jess and Hannah, narrate the spellbinding tale of young Kamal. With the expertise of Dr. Keel from the University of Virginia's Division of Perceptual Studies shedding light on the mysteries of the mind, we traverse the line between life and death, seeking answers in Kamal's astonishingly accurate re...
Apr 03, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Send us a text This episode isn't just about light-hearted enchantments; we also take a solemn turn to Trian, Georgia. Here, the haunting tale of Dr. Charles Scutter and Joey Odom unfolds, set against the eerie backdrop of Corpsewood Manor. Their lives, characterized by defiance of societal norms and an open lifestyle, came to a tragic close, invoking poignant reflections on the price of nonconformity. As we recount their bizarre and unsettling end, complete with homemade wine, peculiar locals, ...
Mar 27, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Send us a text Imagine carrying a burden so heavy that it pushes you to the edge of society's darkest taboo: murder. This is the grim reality for some women, a topic that Hannah, Jess, and special contributor mom courageously explore. Our latest episode ventures into the shadows of crime where we uncover the stories of women forced by severe personal trauma to take a life, often as a cataclysmic response to relentless abuse. We're peeling back the layers of a 2016 Marquette University study to d...
Mar 20, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Send us a text Can the icy winds of the Ural Mountains whisper the secrets of a tragedy long buried in snow and Soviet silence? Join us as we probe the enduring enigma of the Dyatlov Pass incident. A saga of nine accomplished hikers, an inexplicable demise, and clues that confound the rational mind await listeners in this gripping episode. We recount the eerie discoveries of the initial search parties, including the chilling state of Georgie Krivonischenko and Yuri Doroshenko, and the haunting f...
Mar 13, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Send us a text This week, prepare for a shiver down your spine as Jess and Hannah venture into the snowy enigma that is the Dyatlov Pass incident. We don't just recount the tragedy; we honor the vibrant lives of the nine hikers who met their end in those frigid Ural Mountains. Their passions, their dreams, and the brotherhood that bound them—even beyond the grave—are all on the menu in this hearty narrative feast. Our journey takes us through the eerie calm before the storm, as we explore the hi...
Mar 06, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Send us a text Could your laughter be the perfect disguise for a creature of the night? Prepare to giggle and gasp as we whisk you away to the mysterious avenues of New Orleans, where vampire lore isn't just for the silver screen. We'll kick things off with a bone-chilling tale that might just make a believer out of you, and share the infectious humor. Then, strap in as we navigate the fog-laden path from 'Twilight' nostalgia to the blood-curdling legends that have haunted humanity for generatio...
Feb 28, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Send us a text Join us as our hearts venture to the rugged beauty and haunting tales of Scotland. My mother and I share our profound connection to this mystical land, weaving stories from Edinburgh's Halloween celebrations to the chilling murder of Alexander Cant. The city's Gothic architecture and lively streets set the stage for a historical journey that's as turbulent as it is enthralling. With family anecdotes and a deep dive into local folklore, we bring to life the kind of stories that kee...
Feb 21, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Send us a text Ever wondered if the echoes of the past can still be heard among the living? Our latest trek through Gettysburg's storied battlefields and haunted houses might just convince you they can. We start off with a chuckle, trading tales of awkward family moments and a hilarious t-shirt gift debacle, before marching right into the heart of America's most ghost-ridden history. With the Civil War as our canvas, we paint a picture of a land soaked in both blood and spectral mysteries, where...
Feb 14, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Send us a text Imagine the walls of New Orleans' LaLaurie Mansion could talk; what twisted tales would they tell? Join your ghostly hosts, Jess and Hannah, as we take you through the macabre history of one of America's most haunted homes. Just in time for Mardi Gras, we peel back the layers of this cursed abode, from Madame Delphine LaLaurie's appalling treatment of slaves to its quick ownership by actor Nicholas Cage. Our storytelling ventures into the realm of the paranormal with eerie account...
Feb 07, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Send us a text The chilling saga of Danny Croteau's murder and the unsettling aftermath that entangles Father Lavigne and the church takes center stage in our newest journey on Wicked Wanderings. When a community's sense of morality gets skewed by loyalty, it becomes a breeding ground for victim-blaming—a lamentable trend we witnessed as Lavigne received not just a community's support but a wallet-fattening defense fund. Our conversation traverses the murky waters of a court system that seemed t...
Jan 31, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Send us a text The tragic loss of Danny Croteau, a boy engulfed by the shadows of an evil priest's actions and the Catholic Church's subsequent concealment, strikes a chord for many. This episode welcomes my mom, a voice from Danny's own neighborhood, who offers not just a poignant trip down memory lane, but also a generational glimpse into how the community once coped with and interpreted the troubling signs that something was amiss. Together, we unravel a narrative that contrasts the innocence...
Jan 24, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Send us a text Could you outsmart a serial killer? Join us as we dissect the disturbing interviews with the enigmatic Israel Keyes, a master manipulator whose mind games with law enforcement chill to the bone. We kick things off with an unexpected revelation about cocaine's effects, a discussion that's as enlightening as it is unsettling. But it’s the deep dive into Keyes' psyche that will grip you, as we express our frustrations with his cryptic confessions and the everlasting nature versus nur...
Jan 17, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Send us a text Prepare to be gripped by the harrowing account of a killer who eluded the spotlight yet orchestrated some of the most methodical and bone-chilling crimes of the century. Our latest episode unveils the terrifying and true chronicles of Israel Keyes, a name that may not ring bells like Bundy or Dahmer, but whose dark legacy is equally disturbing. Using “American Predator" by Maureen Callahan for our research , we explore the twisted world of a man whose life was a macabre tapestry o...
Jan 10, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text As we close the curtains on our mental health series, Hannah and Jess take a solemn step back in time to the 1930s psychiatric care era, a time marked by chilling treatments and a blatant disregard for patient dignity. Immerse yourself in a conversation that exposes the horrific practices of scalding baths, invasive surgeries, and the removal of reproductive organs—all under the guise of 'curing' the mentally ill. Our episode is a powerful reminder of the misogynistic roots intert...
Jan 03, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text Thirty years have passed since the Chuck E. Cheese tragedy in Aurora, Colorado, and yet the wounds remain as deep and painful as ever. Jess's sister Heather joins us to share her intimate connection to that fateful night on December 14, 1993, when Nathan Dunlap's quest for vengeance claimed the lives of four innocent people, including her friend. Together, we traverse the haunting memories, the loss felt by the community, and the haunting aftermath that forever altered the lives o...
Dec 27, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text Hang on tight for an emotional roller coaster as we journey through the extraordinary life of Nellie Bly. We're about to embark on an exploration of her daring feat in the late 1800s. Posing as an insane woman, she secured admission into the Women's Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island, only to expose its horrifying conditions and the shocking maltreatment of its patients. The turmoil she underwent, the unthinkable stories she uncovered, and the public reaction to her revelations—...
Dec 20, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text From the shadows of Western Massachusetts emerges a chilling tale of Lewis Lent, a name that may not ring any immediate bells, but whose heinous acts left a community scarred. We, Jess and Hannah, guide you through this horrifying maze of events that started with the shocking disappearance of 12-year-old Jimmy Bernardo. Keep in mind, this episode delves into sensitive content involving children, which might be distressing for some listeners. Our story takes an unexpected twist wit...
Dec 13, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text Join Jess in this compelling episode of Wicked Wanderings as she delves into the chilling tale of Larry Dewayne Hall, an American murderer and suspected serial killer whose sinister activities spanned the Midwest. A self-professed aficionado of the American Revolution and Civil War, Hall used his historical reenactments as a cover for a dark and horrifying secret. Abductions, rape, torture, and murder are just a few elements of the gruesome crimes attributed to him. The episode ex...
Dec 06, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text In this eye-opening episode of Wicked Wanderings, we embark on a historical exploration of mental health from the 1800s to the early 1900s, spanning a transformative period in societal attitudes and treatment practices. Join us as Jonathan rejoins the conversation, adding depth to our understanding of this fascinating yet often dark chapter in history. We'll delve into the evolving perspectives on mental health during this time, examining societal beliefs, treatment methods, and t...
Nov 29, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text Join us for an intimate session on Wicked Wanderings as Rob, the producer, delves into a variety of questions to help you get to know our hosts, Hannah and Jess, a little bit better. Rob asks a series of intriguing questions, unraveling the backgrounds and personalities of Hannah and Jess. From their formative years and sources of inspiration to their defining moments and passions beyond their roles on the show, this episode peels back the layers to reveal the lives and interests ...
Nov 22, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text Join us for a special episode of **Wicked Wanderings** as we sit down with Hannah and Jonathan to unravel the spine-tingling tales from their 2nd annual "Spooky Trip." The duo ventured into the heart of eerie locations, exploring the histories and mysteries that lurk within. Their journey led them to Fall River, Massachusetts, where they explored the infamous Lizzie Borden House, Maplecroft (Lizbeth's home after the murders), and Oak Grove Cemetery, the final resting place of Lizb...
Nov 15, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text In the gripping finale of our three-part series on the Salem Witch Trials, Wicked Wanderings takes you on a journey into the aftermath of this harrowing chapter in history. Join us as we explore the fates of the accused, the lasting impact on Salem, and the enduring questions that haunt the legacy of the trials. After the trials concluded and the hysteria subsided, what happened to those who were accused, convicted, or found innocent? We'll unravel the stories of the survivors, th...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text In the second installment of our three-part series on the Salem Witch Trials, **Wicked Wanderings** continues its exploration of this dark and enigmatic chapter in history. Join us as we delve deeper into the heart of the trials that sent shockwaves through the town of Salem. As we move forward in time, the hysteria and paranoia escalate, and the trials themselves take center stage. In this episode, we'll uncover the individuals accused, the courtroom drama, and the disturbing tes...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 9
