The Spooky Darlings are back for our first FUF of 2026! We've got some corrections and clarifications for some past episodes, a listener who emailed us with her personal connection to the Candy Cane Park murder, and some brief reports on current events. And as always with our FUF episodes, we try to keep it light with our usual banter. Message us! Hello spooky friends! We will be holding the drawing for a free Spooky Darlings tote bag on Jan. 31st. To enter, send proof of your review to...

This episode brings us to a quiet Atlanta suburban development turned crime scene. What should have been an ordinary day inside a Powder Springs, Georgia model home ended in brutal violence when Lori Brown and Cyndi Williams were murdered in a place designed to show welcoming and the promise of new beginnings. At the center of it all is Stacey Ian Humphreys—a man whose movements sparked a tense, multi-state manhunt. As investigators raced to track him down, the case unraveled into a chilling ...

Grab your hiking boots! This week, we're headed into Idaho, where the mountains are tall, the lakes are deep, and the canyons are full of secrets. We explore the legend of the Pumwa, Idaho's witch-woman from Nez Perce origin who lures unwitting victims into her lair. We dive deep into the mystery of Sharlie, an unknown creature in Payette Lake that has won the hearts of locals and skeptics alike, and then go full tinfoil hat as we dig into the Idaho Batholith and it's rumored underground secr...

In this episode, we dive into the disturbing case of Charles Victor Thompson—“Chuck”—the man responsible for the 1998 double-homicide of Denise Hayworth and Darren Cain. And while most stories end at conviction, this one doesn’t. From blaming everyone but himself to orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot and attempting a jailbreak, Chuck’s chaos followed him straight behind bars where he now faces the death penalty, his execution scheduled for January 2026. Sources: houstonpress.com, find...

Happy Boxing Day! It's our first Follow Up Friday since our Holiday Hiatus, and we are keeping things festive. We dive into crimes committed by men in Santa suits, (because apparently eve St. Nick has a dark side), share some background on how holiday traditions were formed, and have a nice chat. So grab a cup of cocoa, stick a candy-cane inside, and join us for a cozy chat around our file place. Sources: wikipedia Ranker.com Message us! Love the show? Get rewarded for it. Send us a...

You better watch out as we tell you the wild true-crime tale of the 1927 Cisco Santa Claus Bank Robbery. A heist that began with a man in a Santa suit walking into Texas bank... and ended in chaos, shootouts, a statewide manhunt, and one of the most disastrous getaways in Lone Star history. Sources: www.rootswebs.com Texas State Historical Association Wikipedia/Santa Claus Bank Robbery Fort Worth Star Telegram, Dec. 24th, 1927 Message us! Love the show? Get rewarded for it. Send...

Hawaii may be known for its pristine beaches, but its islands are also rich in powerful legends and unsettling encounters. In the 11th episode of our Cryptid Crawl, we explore the ancient Mo'o, the eerie Faceless Woman of O'ahu, and the strange legend of Hog Man. These stories blur the line between folklore, spirit, urban legends, and cryptids. Paradise is beautiful- but sometimes it's haunted. These tales are shared with respect for their cultural origins and traditions. Our goal is no...

This week, we turn our focus close to home with a case that has haunted our community of La Grande, Oregon for decades— the Candy Cane Park murder. In 1983, Dana Dumars was brutally attacked in a place most locals once associated with safety, laughter, and childhood memories. Until the murder. The arrest and conviction of Bart Cochran brought relief to this small community, but did the police get the right person? The case quickly became marked with questionable investigative meth...

In the second half of our series on Jerry Brudos, we take our listeners through the murders and depravity that followed the murder of Linda Slawson, and walk through his escalating violence, his increasingly brazen tactics, and the women who led investigators to this murderer, helping to end his rampage. The Spooky Darlings reveal their father's personal connection to the Lust Killer - spoiler - they did not serve time together! Main Sources: Wikipedia: Jerome Brudos The Lust Killer, by Ann...

Join the Spooky Darlings as we hit our tenth state in the fan-favorite Cryptid Crawl—and this week we’re heading deep into Georgia folklore. From the cursed Werewolf of Talbot, to the skin-stealing terror of the Boo Hag, to the legendary river monster Altamaha-ha (aka “Altie”), we’re serving chills, chaos, and cryptids straight from the Peach State. Message us! Love the show? Get rewarded for it. Send us a screenshot of your review or comment and your mailing address to thespookydarlings@gmai...

This week, we begin our two-part investigation into the Lust Killer and the Shoe Fetish Slayer, Jerome Brudos. From a turbulent childhood that fed his unsettling behaviors that grew with him into adulthood, we follow the making of a serial killer across his early years, his marriage, and the events and obsessions that led up to his first murder. Join us as we unpack the early life of the man who would later become one of Oregon's most notorious serial killers. This episode e...

In today's episode, we're diving into the rhinestone-covered nightmare duo known as Susan and Tony Alamo. When charismatic grifter Susan Meets Tony Alamo, sparks fly, fueled by greed and a need for power. Together they build a ministry, promising salvation, but delivering isolation, exploitation, and complete control. We walk through the horrors committed inside the Alamo ministry, from forced labor, emotional and physical abuse, to monetizing free labor from their followers to create d...

Join the Spooky Darlings at their ninth stop along the Cryptid Crawl. This week we tackle Florida. You will hear about the not-so -friendly Snoligaster, the often-sighted Skunk Ape and the elusive Bearcat. Message us! Love the show? Get rewarded for it. Send us a screenshot of your review or comment and your mailing address to thespookydarlings@gmail.com, and we will mail you a free vinyl Spooky Darlings sticker. Plus, every entry goes into a drawing for a Spooky Darlings to...

Settle in Darlings! We are telling you everything spooky about the most-definitely- haunted McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove, Oregon. In this episode, we will give a history of this spooky place, take you with us on our own ghost hunting journey through these haunted halls, and regale you with spooky tales left behind, written in cursive, from previous guests... and ghosts! Sources: Grande Lodge McMenamins Ghost Logs 2000-Present McMenamins.com Message us! Love the show? G...

In our 9th Follow up Friday bonus episode, we give reports on our Halloween activities, updates on some previous episodes, make a few corrections and read a listener's heart-stopping email. Message us! Love the show? Get rewarded for it. Send us a screenshot of your review or comment and your mailing address to thespookydarlings@gmail.com, and we will mail you a free vinyl Spooky Darlings sticker. Plus, every entry goes into a drawing for a Spooky Darlings tote bag! Show the show ...

Can you ever really know someone? Today's case might have you asking that very question. We're diving into the murder of Aaron Davis by his childhood best friend, Brandon Risner. What happened between two life-long friends that September night? Why was such a promising life cut short? And what could drive a friend to betray someone so completely? Join us as we unravel this chilling story of trust, betrayal and tragedy. Sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcehrylhJoI https://www.eastidaho...

Join us as we explore the First State's freakiest finds! In this episode we journey into the legends lurking in Delaware's creepy corners. From the mischievous Puckwudgie, to the mysterious Zwaanendael Merman, to the monstrous Mhuwe— We even take a peek at the elusive almost-cryptid known to locals as The Walker... Delaware's cryptids do not disappoint. Note: Indigenous stories of the Puckwudgie and the Mhuwe belong to the Wampanoag, Lenape, and other Algonquian peoples of th...

Join us as we dive into the chilling case of Herb Baumeister and the infamous Fox Hollow Farms murders in Indiana. We break down his double life, the investigation, and the graveyard of human bones scattered across his property. We explore recent theories, unanswered question and ongoing efforts to identify the victims. All of this ends with reports of paranormal activities. After all, a place where so many murders happened is bound to be haunted. True crime, mystery and a t...

Happy Halloween from The Spooky Darlings! Join us for our Halloween Special: a night of spooky stories, laughter, and all the cozy chaos of a haunted slumber party! We're swapping ghost stories campfire-style, testing our Halloween trivia skills, and chatting about costume trends. It's a fun, laid-back episode full of urban legends, classic ghost stories, and maybe a few jump scares. Grab your candy bag, dim the lights, and come along for a night of frights and fun with The Spooky...

The Spooky Darlings are back for round two of Texas Hauntings, exploring one of the most haunted cities in America— Galveston. From the tragic storm of 1900 to the haunted hotels and homes still inhabited with ghostly entities, Galveston's past is both eerie and fascinating. Join us as we stroll the historic streets of Galveston, uncover stories of love, loss, and lingering souls, and discover why—on the island that is essentially a graveyard— the dead walk among the living. Sou...