Send us a text This Christmas, Crypts and Corks uncorks a chilling holiday mystery that refuses to fade with time. On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire consumed the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia—but when the ashes settled, five of the Sodder children were simply… gone. In this episode, we raise a glass to the strange and unsettling details surrounding the Sodder Children disappearance: missing remains, unexplained clues, suspicious visitors, and the haunting possibility that the ...
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Send us a text This Christmas, Crypts and Corks uncorks a chilling holiday mystery that refuses to fade with time. On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire consumed the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia—but when the ashes settled, five of the Sodder children were simply… gone. In this episode, we raise a glass to the strange and unsettling details surrounding the Sodder Children disappearance: missing remains, unexplained clues, suspicious visitors, and the haunting possibility that the ...
Send us a text This Christmas, Crypts and Corks uncorks a chilling holiday mystery that refuses to fade with time. On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire consumed the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia—but when the ashes settled, five of the Sodder children were simply… gone. In this episode, we raise a glass to the strange and unsettling details surrounding the Sodder Children disappearance: missing remains, unexplained clues, suspicious visitors, and the haunting possibility that the ...
Send us a text Say her name three times—if you dare. In this episode of Crypts and Corks, we raise a glass to one of the most infamous urban legends of all time: Bloody Mary. From candlelit bathrooms and trembling sleepovers to centuries-old folklore, we explore the many origins of the woman said to lurk behind the mirror. Is Bloody Mary a vengeful spirit, a distorted historical figure, or a psychological trick born from fear and reflection? We trace the legend through history, examine its po...
Send us a text On this haunting installment of Crypts and Corks, your hosts uncork a bottle and journey deep into the quiet hills of West Virginia to explore the site of the Monongah Mining Disaster—America’s deadliest mining accident and a tragedy that still lingers beneath the soil. Walking through the remnants of the old coal town, they reflect on the December morning in 1907 when a series of explosions shattered the earth and claimed the lives of hundreds of miners. With a mix of field re...
Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most enduring and bizarre legends in rock history: the claim that Paul McCartney secretly died in 1966 and was replaced by a look-alike. From backward messages hidden in vinyl grooves to cryptic album covers and lyrical “clues,” we explore how a college-campus rumor spiraled into a global conspiracy theory that still fascinates Beatles fans today. Join us as we unpack where the myth began, why it spread so quickly, and what it revea...
Send us a text Sub bros! This week we're joined by a very special guest: David from Paranormal in Pennsylvania! Turns out we were all in fraternities in our college days! In honor of this bond of brotherhood Paul takes us on a tour of haunted frat houses across America. From sites of gruesome crimes to bizarre lawn decor to a very personal haunting, this episode covers it all. This is one you won't want to miss! And be sure to go check out Paranormal in Pennsylvania and our collab with them o...
Send us a text A house of mythic proportions located in a town racked with accusations and death. A sea captain using his ill gotten wealth to build a status symbol. A judge out for blood to steal his neighbors’ land. An heiress who in a time of war finds new wealth and freedom. A writer wracked with guilt and suffering. A curse uttered on the way to the gallows by an innocent accused of witchcraft. All of this sounds like a gothic novel. And while all of this inspired of America’s great goth...
Send us a text This week we're covering one of our favorite crytids: the Chupacabra! This feistly creature can suck an entire goat of its blood--giving whole new meaning to the term Throat Goat. But what are the origins of this strange creature? Where did it come from? Where is it going? Did one of them really win Best In Show at the Westminster Dog Show? Find out all of the answers to these questions in this week's episode! Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Got story suggestions or...
Send us a text You've been begging for it and now we're giving it to you! The recording of our very first live show: Amityville LIVE! We're definitely releasing this because you all have been begging for it and not all all because October was a VERY long month, and we're VERY tired, and we decided to take a weekend off for ourselves and go touch grass and visit friends. Not that at all. Really guys, this show was so much fun. If you think we've covered the whole story in Episode 2 then you ne...
Send us a text What do you look for when choosing a hotel? A luxury spa experience? Included continental breakfast? Ghosts? Well if you answered yes to the ghost have we got a hotel recommendation for you! The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado! This luxury hotel started out as the brain child of F.O. Stanley after he fell in love with the area following a bout of tuberculosis. But, over the years a number of guests have seemed to linger. Well why wouldn't they when this hotel can boast a ...
Send us a text This week we're hitting close to home! We're discussing the Ghost Bomber of Pittsburgh! This B-25 bomber went down in the Monongahela River in Pittsburgh in 1956 leading to a two week long recovery mission. But, the notoriously nebby Pittburghers wondered why officials were searching for a plane which they had seen recovered under the cover of darkness the night of the crash. This has led to 60 years of conspiracies. Who was on that plane? What was on that plane? Who recovered ...
Send us a text Hello Corkies! We hope you’re ready for this one. It truly may be our wildest episode. Ever. Period. In the second part of the story of Ed Gein, Paul takes us through the gruesome discoveries police made at his farm. The descriptions nearly sent DJ into a fainting spell. And then Paul discusses the case, the legacy, and the theories that have followed in Gein’s wake. While this one isn’t for the faint of heart, it’s also one that you’d hate to miss! Don't forget to like, rate, ...
Send us a text People always ask me "Glinda, are people born wicked or do they have wickedness thrust upon them?" And I say "I don't know, and my name isn't Glinda, it's Galinda" BUT Paul attempts to answer this hard hitting questions as he tells us the story Ed Gein. This man had a truly horrifying early life that lived up to the horrors it would be discovered that he committed. But, we're getting ahead of ourselves. If you wanna hear the facts behind Netflix's Monster: the Ed Gein Story the...
Send us a text This week on Crypts and Corks, we pour a warm cup of sake and journey into the mysterious world of the kitsune, one of the most iconic and enigmatic figures in Japanese folklore. Far more than just magical foxes, kitsune are shapeshifting yokai said to possess intelligence, long life, and supernatural powers. But are they divine messengers of the rice god Inari—or mischievous spirits weaving illusions and playing tricks on the unwary? So light a lantern, follow the sound of lau...
Send us a text This week we’re covering the story of Blanche Monnier! This aristocratic high society socialite was the belle of every ball. And then one day she disappeared. And no one cared. Then, a quarter of a century later the truth came out and it was worse than any horror film plot. Want to know more? Tune into this week’s episode! Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Got story suggestions or personal stories? Email us as cryptsandcorks@gmail.com Follow us! Instagram: @cryptsandc...
Send us a text This week Corkies were taking to the skies! Paul is telling us the haunting myths behind owls from their role as pet of goddess Athena to their being perceived as witches’ familiars to the theory they’re aliens! (Goddesses, witches, and aliens! OH MY!) you won’t want to miss this deep end to these furry little freaks! Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Got story suggestions or personal stories? Email us as cryptsandcorks@gmail.com Follow us! Instagram: @cryptsandcorksp...
Send us a text Hello Corkies! On a beautiful spring morning, three shepherd children tended their flock and played happily in the fields. Suddenly, the beautiful day was split by a flash of light and a roll of thunder. What happened next would defy all belief and logical thinking. As they continued on their holy quest they would be persecuted but never failed the promises made that first day and the result echoes to this day. Today we discuss the story of Our Lady of Fatima: Apparitions, Mira...
Send us a text In this first installment of our very special double feature we discuss a modern day fairytale which ended up a nightmare. A perfect girl married her prince and found he was in fact the villain of her story. She would suffer for years vying for his love and then for freedom to live her life as she wished. And just when it seemed possible it all came to a crashing halt. Today we will be discussing the life and death of Princess Diana. Now for Part 1-The Fairytale Nightmare Don't...
Send us a text Continuing our examination of the story of Princess Diana we have moved on from her disastrous marriage to Prince Charles. Finally, a woman in control of her destiny Diana was determined to chart her own course in life and love. But a not so chance meeting would lead her to a tragic car crash which would end her story and start a whole slew of conspiracies. Now for Princess Diana Part 2-Crash and Conspiracies Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Got story suggestions or ...
Send us a text Hello Corkies! This week we’re heading to the wild hills of Colorado with the story of Alfred Packer. This isn’t for run of the mill prospect story. It’s filled with lies, deceit, murder, mayhem, and a little bit of gold. Wanna know more? Listen into this week’s episode! Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Got story suggestions or personal stories? Email us as cryptsandcorks@gmail.com Follow us! Instagram: @cryptsandcorkspod Facebook: Crypts and Corks Tik Tok: @cryptsan...
Send us a text Hello Corkies! This week we're covering the story which gave us the term "little green men." We're travelling to rural Kentucky to discuss the story of a family beseiged by out of this world creatures! Just when you thought home was safe, we're back again to say it isn't! This story is absolutely out of this world and you have to listen in! Don't forget to like, rate, and subscribe! Got story suggestions or personal stories? Email us as cryptsandcorks@gmail.com Follow us! Inst...
Send us a text This Christmas, Crypts and Corks uncorks a chilling holiday mystery that refuses to fade with time. On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire consumed the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia—but when the ashes settled, five of the Sodder children were simply… gone. In this episode, we raise a glass to the strange and unsettling details surrounding the Sodder Children disappearance: missing remains, unexplained clues, suspicious visitors, and the haunting possibility that the ...
