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Death Becomes Us

By Christa and Talia

Death Becomes us, a podcast about all things murderous and macabre. Join our hosts as they pretend to know what they're doing and attempt to make sense of this scary world by narrating stories of what can happen if you ever go somewhere alone.

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S2E19: Pesky Paranormals

Death Becomes UsMay 07, 2020

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S2E19: Pesky Paranormals

S2E19: Pesky Paranormals

"I wish there was a word for being uncomfortable." 

Welcome to another week Deathies! Listen in this week as we discuss the life and death of infamous Tupac Shakur who has always been a cornerstone of 90's rap. Then we discuss 15 real haunted places around the world and their back story including the Cecil Hotel where traveler Elisa Lam was found in the water tower on the roof and her death was ruled as an accidental drowning, despite some really strange hotel footage of her in the elevator. Trigger warning there are topics of suicide. Enjoy and don't forget to like, subscribe and find us on all the socials. 

May 07, 202001:41:23
S2E18: Ferda Boys

S2E18: Ferda Boys

"We are looking for a body gentlemen."  Hey all! Hunker down and grab a snack, because it's a long one. On this weeks episode of Death Becomes Us we discuss the crazy world of Pazuzu Algarad, a charismatic murderer who left behind a wake of confusion after his arrest and eventual death. Trust us, it's also super gross. Then we talk about the Texarkana Moonlight Murders, a series of unsolved murders and attacks that inspired the first slasher film - The Town that Dreaded Sundown.
As always, we are doing our best to keep getting content out to you all while still being careful and social distancing as much as possible. We hope everyone is well and that you all are able to stay safe!
Until next week, goodnight don't die!

Apr 23, 202002:08:18
S2E17: More Skrrt Skrrt Less Hurt Hurt

S2E17: More Skrrt Skrrt Less Hurt Hurt

“Bang! Bang! And a bad time was had by all.” 

Buckle up deathies, this week we have cults and occultists, mass suicide and murder most foul. First we discuss the murder of Dr. Charles Scudder and Joey Odom - who built a “castle in the woods” - a self sufficient manor aptly named Corpsewood Manor. The two were brutaly slain by guests Tony West and Avery Brock. Then we jump into the Heaven’s Gate cult, a religious movement started by Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles in the 70’s which ended in the mass suicide of 39 individuals who believed their death would result in alien abduction and human perfection. Don’t forget to like and subscribe and find us on the socials. Happy listening!

Apr 16, 202001:46:50
S2E16: A Jane But Not A Doe

S2E16: A Jane But Not A Doe

Oh why hello there! Welcome to another episode of Death Becomes Us. First things first, we know life is crazy right now for everyone - us included. We wish you all well!
With this in mind, we are doing our best to keep making content for you guys, but also staying safe and abiding the rules set in place for that. Our audio is a bit weird this week as we try and navigate our new set up - we bump a table a lot. Sorry, that's our bad.
Meanwhile, let's dive into the actual episode. We start off talking about Christa's one true love: Cryptids. And discuss multiple sightings of the Jersey Devil, a creature said to have cloven hooves, forked tail and a horse-like head with horns. Standing at over 6 feet tall, it sounds like a terrifying being. Afterwards, we take a dive into the case of John List. A father and accountant aficionado that was involved in the murder of his entire family. On the run for more than 18 years, a little known show called America's Most Wanted gave police what they needed to track him down. As always, thanks so much for listening guys! Stay safe, we love you.
Goodnight, don't die.

Apr 09, 202001:23:06
S2E15: The Men in Black and The Beekeepers

S2E15: The Men in Black and The Beekeepers

Welcome to the murder mystery show, choose your own adventure. This week we discuss two very heavy cases and it is a wild time. First we discuss the case of the Alcàsser Girls; Miriam García Iborra, Antonia "Toñi" Gómez Rodríguez and Desirée Hernández Folch were teenagers in Spain who were kidnapped, raped and tortured after hitchhiking to a nearby town to a night club on November 13, 1992. The case was notorious in Spain due to the extreme brutality of the crimes, shotty police work and heavy media coverage. The second case is the 1991 Austin Yogurt shop murders in which Amy Ayers, Eliza Thomas, Jennifer Harbison and her younger sister Sarah were murdered inside a yogurt shop where two of them were working. The shop was also set on fire and the case spanned several years, had a slew of false confessions and to this day has not been solved. Don’t forget to follow us on the socials and like, subscribe or comment. Goodnight, don’t die.

Apr 02, 202001:27:35
S2E14: Probable Speculation!

S2E14: Probable Speculation!

Greetings! And welcome back to another episode of Death Becomes us. This week we decided to take a little trip back in time and talk about the assassination of Malcolm X. A crime that many believe to still not be solved, despite three men being convicted. Next we discuss the murder of JonBenét Ramsey, a case that has never been solved and is still labeled as an active investigation, despite the events happening over 20 years ago. Find us on most all podcast hosts!

Mar 26, 202001:40:12
S2E13: Pterodactyl Noises Intensify

S2E13: Pterodactyl Noises Intensify

I want to eat mangoes and take a nap! Welcome to this week's episode of Death Becomes Us. We decided to try something a little different this week, as time didn't permit us to do our usual format. Instead, we decided to do a deep dive into a case we swore off touching long ago: the murder of Hae Min Lee and eventual (infuriating) conviction of her ex-boyfriend Adnan Syed. Hae, an incredibly smart and beautiful high school senior went missing in January of 1999, with her body being found a month later. Despite no physical evidence and an incredibly unreliable 'eye-witness', Adnan is found guilty and is still imprisoned to this day. This case is a mess, we're a mess. Get ready for a lot of info and feel free to do your own deep dive after! Thanks for always supporting us and for going on this journey. Goodnight, don't die!

Mar 17, 202001:39:40
S2E12: Yikes Forever

S2E12: Yikes Forever

Rants, rants, rants, rants! This week on Death Becomes us, we take a tour through the twisted case of Diane Downs, a mother who...well, she's not winning any mother-of-the-year awards, lets just say. Then we get a little ranty, a little worked up, as we take a dive into the terror that is McKamey manor, a full contact, no rules, haunted house. Spoiler alert: we definitely won't be going and neither should you. Rate, review and subscribe. Listener discretion advised.
P.S --- I apologize for the audio in this episode, our set up wasn't as stable as it should've been. I'm still learning how to clean up audio and will do better in the future, I promise. Thank you for the unending support Deathie Fam. 

Mar 03, 202001:31:05
S2E11: A Lone Shoe Is Always a Concern

S2E11: A Lone Shoe Is Always a Concern

“Theresa sweetie, I don’t know what happened to you but it wasn’t good.”  OOOOF. This week we discuss Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka known as the “Ken and Barbie” killers. Together they were responsible for the death of several young girls, including Karla’s own sister Tammy and Paul terrorized women as the Scarborough Rapist. Then we go way back and discuss the history around the strange religious phenomenon known as “Stigmata” in which spontaneous wounds appear on the body usually in a similar fashion to Christ’s. Don’t forget to rate review and subscribe, follow the socials and find us everywhere podcasts can be found. Listener discretion advised.

Feb 24, 202001:37:05
S2E10: A Little Bit of Murder to Start the Day

S2E10: A Little Bit of Murder to Start the Day

"We respect you, but we don't respect your opinion." This week on Death Becomes us, we turn our focus to the Bermuda Triangle, a strange stretch of sea where multiple disasters have happened. (Spoiler alert: we've been through it.) And then listen in as we talk about the senseless murder of Adrianne Jones, a cross country runner who was unfortunate enough to know David Graham and Diane Zamora. Thanks for listening! And don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, share with your friends and family, but most importantly: goodnight, don't die! 

Feb 17, 202056:49
S2E9: Thanks I hate It

S2E9: Thanks I hate It

"I just want you to shut up - how about some trepanning?" 

WELL HEY HI AND HELLO. Welcome to another episode of Death Becomes Us. This week we discuss Luka Magnotta, first known as the vacuum kitten killer, a man who taunted the internet with videos of animal cruelty and eventually turned his sadistic acts on another human being. Then we discuss the history of the lobotomy, it's evolution and why it was ever used in the first place. Find us everywhere podcasts are and don't forget to like, rate, review or subscribe. Happy listening. 

Feb 10, 202001:31:46
S2E8: We're Both Dead Inside

S2E8: We're Both Dead Inside

What, two weeks in a row? Who knew we could be so good at sticking to a schedule! Join us this week as we go across the pond, following the twisted journey of Fred and Rosemary West, one of the most cruel couples in history. Then sit back, grab a snack and listen in as we talk about the Hinterkaifeck murders, one of Germany's oldest unsolved cases. Don't forget to like, rate us and subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts!

Feb 03, 202001:12:18
S2E7:Casual Cannibal Talk

S2E7:Casual Cannibal Talk

“How to cannibalize your sea mates; cooking at sea.” Well, here we are again! I know it’s been a /hot minute/ but, we aren’t done talking about spoopy things with y’all. So join us as we talk about the death toll of Mount Everest, the highest mountain above sea level where it’s so cold bodies have been long frozen, but people still continue to try to reach the top despite the dangerous and often permanently harmful effects. And then we’ll head out to sea to talk about Franklin's lost expedition. Two ships headed out on a British voyage of Arctic exploration led by Captain Sir John Franklin but the ships and sea goers did not return. Pirates? Aliens? Tune in and find out. #deathbecomesus #Death Becomes Us #deathies #maritimemystery #mounteverest #podcast #darkhumor #goodnightdontdie

Jan 27, 202001:42:32
S2E6: I'M SO BABASHOOK.

S2E6: I'M SO BABASHOOK.

What's your favorite scary movie?
SURPRISE. We're back! And at it again with another highly professional, well researched, episode of Death Becomes Us. Join us, your hosts, as we talk about one of our favorite subjects: Horror Movies! #Whatsinthebox?
Don't forget, we've got an all new set up and you can find us in a variety of places now (You've got the list, so go wild.)
Nov 05, 201801:35:34
S2E5: We’re Still Death’in!

S2E5: We’re Still Death’in!

"I feel like the whole point of this podcast is just to make ourselves suffer." Hey hey hey Deathie Fam! I bet you thought you’d heard the last of us (actually I hope not) but, death doesn’t sleep and neither do we. #TeamNoSleep. Today is Death Becomes Us one year anniversary and coming in hot, and completely accurate on all accounts, we discuss several tales of “strangers caught in the act” as well as discover a new (albeit) terrible new favorite as we cringe over the horrible acts of Carl Panzram. Strap in as we become one whole entire year old and talk about some bad things happening to good people.
Nov 05, 201801:16:29
S2E4: There Was No Wronger Place Or Time

S2E4: There Was No Wronger Place Or Time

We bumble through our podcast like we bumble through our lives. Episode 29 coming at you, in this week’s installment of this oh so professional podcast, we talk about the cases of baby Nicole Lee Hattamer who was only 10 months old when she was found dead in the snow outside her Wisconsin home, as well as the unsolved deaths of the Kunz family who were all found shot in the head with a .22 caliber rifle in their own home. Lastly we talk about real life mobsters Henry Hill, James Burke, Thomas DeSimone, Paul Vario and William Bentvena who were the real inspiration behind the film Goodfellas.
Nov 05, 201801:11:01
S2E3-B: Tangents Are Usually Best When Shared With a Friend

S2E3-B: Tangents Are Usually Best When Shared With a Friend

"Never double Alibi." This week doesn’t follow the usual format, instead we have decided to wrap up the “whodunnit” and discuss who we think is really guilty of the murders in the West Memphis Three case.
Nov 05, 201801:14:05
S2E3: We’ve Had a Hard Day, Let’s Talk About Murder

S2E3: We’ve Had a Hard Day, Let’s Talk About Murder

"Wrongful convictions are like potato chips - you can’t have just one!" In the first episode of 2018 we talk about the case of the West Memphis 3, in which Damien Echols, Jessie Misskelley, Jr. and Jason Baldwin were wrongfully convicted of the murders of three eight year old boys in West Memphis. We also discuss the wrongful conviction of Amanda Knox, an American writer and activist who spent almost four years in an Italian prison following her wrongful conviction for the 2007 murder of Meredith Kercher. Don’t forget to follow us on the socials and rate, review and subscribe if you like our content. Don’t get wrongfully convicted ya’ll - stay out of Memphis!
Nov 05, 201802:23:34
S2E2: All Hail Krampus

S2E2: All Hail Krampus

"This just in: your Christmas tradition is racist!" In Death Becomes Us very first Christmas episode we discuss holiday traditions from all around the world, as well as the darker side of Christmas and several “or else” monsters that are used to scare children into behaving so they don’t get beat or dragged to hell by the hooven Krampus. Then settle in for story time as we read you two dark holiday tales: “A Christmas Feast” and “The Perfectly Behaved Boy.” Happy holidays and a very Xenomorph Christmas to all you deathies, tune in for brand new episodes in 2018.
Nov 05, 201801:37:10
S2E1: We Still Don’t Kill People That Way

S2E1: We Still Don’t Kill People That Way

"This just in: this season is the same as the last one." 

In the kick off to our second season of DBU listen in as we re-hash the past and go through all our old cases and topics to give you a few updates and read a few new spoopy stories. Tune in to the next episode for all new content. Happy listening deathies!

Nov 05, 201801:21:38
S1E25: Scully With The Facts - Mulder With The Chaos

S1E25: Scully With The Facts - Mulder With The Chaos

"Aliens, I’ll give you credit for smushing crops down into shapes that are pretty." Annnnd that’s a wrap! In our final episode of season one, we do a collaboration and discuss all the strange goings on at Area 51 in Nevada. We also talk about conspiracy theories surrounding the site, and other sites such as Roswell New Mexico, and talk about various types of aliens that humanity has claimed to have seen over the years. Do you believe?
Nov 05, 201801:43:57
S1E24: Dear Ed - One Is Too Many

S1E24: Dear Ed - One Is Too Many

"Hashtag - don’t live in the woods!" Season one is nearly drawing to a close (whatever that means) and in this second to last episode of season one tune in as we discuss notorious killer Ed Gein, whose dark obsession with his mother and his disturbing talent for the use of human flesh in home decorating was the source of inspiration for many well known pop culture medias such as Psycho and Texas Chainsaw Massacre. We also talk about the legend of the Boogeyman of Staten Island, AKA the legend of Cropsey, a strange case where life imitated art and an urban legend became real when children in New York began to go missing.
Nov 05, 201801:30:05
S1E23: This Podcast Has Gone Off The Rails

S1E23: This Podcast Has Gone Off The Rails

"Wife goes missing, ends up murdered, husband is guilted." What do you do when you're on the brink of death with sleep deprivation? You make a podcast on the fly! Join us for this 23rd episode as we take the easy way out and do some on air research about our very own town of Logan and the state it resides within - Utah.
Nov 05, 201801:15:46
S1E22: I’m Upset Again

S1E22: I’m Upset Again

"If you’re gonna join a cult may as well be the high priestess." This week on Death Becomes Us we continue with more horror films based on true stories such as; Haunting in Connecticut, Exorcism of Emily Rose and Ravenous and we dig deep into the history of humanity and just how cruel we can be to each other when we talk about insane asylums and all the dark happenings that were going on behind closed doors.
Nov 05, 201801:43:04
S1E21: This is Really Spooky, Goodbye

S1E21: This is Really Spooky, Goodbye

"Normal occurrences is I turn my lights on and off myself!" It's the month of October and do you know what that means? We're at the height of our power, honestly. Tune in to episode 21 and listen as we recount tales surrounding playing the game of Quija, as well as tell the real stories behind some of your favorite "based on true events" horror films, such as: Exorcist, Nightmare on Elm Street, Texas Chainsaw Massacre and the Conjuring. #Goodbyemeansgoodbye
Nov 05, 201801:23:49
S1E20: Hey uh Martin - We Got Some Human Flesh in The Drainage

S1E20: Hey uh Martin - We Got Some Human Flesh in The Drainage

"Isn’t necrophilia against the law at least a little bit?" In this week’s episode we delve into the cases of Carl Tanzler who loved a woman so much he refused to let her go even in death and Dennis Andrew Nilsen, AKA the Muswell Hill Murderer - responsible for the death of 15 young boys and men. Then listen as Christa panders and talks about a favorite subject - alien abductions. Join our Facebook group and don’t forget to rate review and subscribe if you like our content.
Nov 05, 201801:13:50
S1E19: Based on True Events But Amped Up!

S1E19: Based on True Events But Amped Up!

"That’s not a murderer in the making…" Listen in on episode 19 as we discuss legends/curses surrounding video games and we cringe at horror stories about roommates from hell and get a healthy reminder of why living with strangers (and sometimes even friends) can be a literal nightmare.
Nov 05, 201801:06:35
S1E18: Other Random Old Worldy Murder Mystery Things

S1E18: Other Random Old Worldy Murder Mystery Things

This is full on part 2. Join us for our 18th episode (holy wow we’re cruising right along) and listen in as we do part 2 of urban legends from all 50 states, as well as finally hear the conclusion of deaths and murders that have been solved, though this time in days past.
Nov 05, 201801:25:58
S1E17: The Only Way Christa is Dying is by Cryptids

S1E17: The Only Way Christa is Dying is by Cryptids

"This will only end in tragedy." This week tune in as we discuss the case of Dr. Andrew Bagby, who was murdered by an irrational long distance love, and part one of the two part series in which we tell the spookiest urban legends in the 50 states.
Nov 05, 201801:05:41
S1E16: Go Thank Katie Today!

S1E16: Go Thank Katie Today!

"The Katies of the world love us." Welcome to episode 16 of Death Becomes Us! This week we deliver you fresh content from the heart of Denver Colorado. The theme? Colorado! Listen in as we talk about haunted hotels and re-iterate stories staff and guests have shared during their stay (stay if you dare!) and we also discuss some local Colorado legends. Spoops galore!
Nov 05, 201801:16:47
S1E15: AKA Tinder

S1E15: AKA Tinder

Have no fear, your favorite weird podcasters are here! Join us in our fifteenth episode as we discuss murder, death and mayhem. This week we discuss cases that might have been cold at the time but have been solved in (believe it or not) our lifetime! And we also discuss online dating gone wrong and why you should always just swipe left.
Nov 05, 201801:46:35
S1E14: Killing in The Name of Jesus

S1E14: Killing in The Name of Jesus

Stranger danger! In this week's episode we read bizarre and sometimes terrifying encounters with complete strangers, as well as discuss the "last meal" privilege offered in some states to inmates on death row and some of the finale meal requests made by a few well known killers.
Nov 05, 201801:15:37
S1E13: Who You Gonna Call? Your Mommy Apparently

S1E13: Who You Gonna Call? Your Mommy Apparently

In this week's episode we discuss the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and all those that were involved in the plot to kill the 16th president of the U.S. Then we delve into "survivor edition" and discuss the cases of several people who danced with death and lived to tell the tale.
Nov 05, 201801:43:35
S1E12: That’s Not What The YMCA is About

S1E12: That’s Not What The YMCA is About

Braiiiiins - the zombie spectacular! Here is something to sink your teeth into; Episode 12 is all about zombies, cannibalism and other strange things that make humans behave in different and bizarre ways that make you wonder if the walking (sort of talking) dead are really among us.
Nov 04, 201801:58:38
S1E11: Mom - Go Get Your Daughters From The Bears!

S1E11: Mom - Go Get Your Daughters From The Bears!

In episode 11 we discuss the strange inconsistencies and conspiracy theories surrounding the death of Kurt Cobain. We also discuss the cold cases of Muriel Drinkwater; murdered in 1946 (age 12), James Arthur Cole; disappeared in 1994 (age 21), Jane Ellen Wakefield; disappeared in 1975 (age 26) and Asha Jaquilla Degree; "runaway"/disappeared in 2000 (age 9).
Nov 04, 201801:40:30
S1E10: Cthulhu’s Lost Bible

S1E10: Cthulhu’s Lost Bible

In episode 10 we discuss weird interactions involving the dead and technology and we talk about the Voynich manuscript, a strange book that dates back to the 1400's but has never been translated and its origin is unknown.
Nov 04, 201801:19:29
S1E9: The Biggest of Ruh Rohs

S1E9: The Biggest of Ruh Rohs

Ruh Roh! Tune in to episode 9 where we discuss the "Scream Murders" in which Cassie Jo Stoddart was brutally stabbed to death by "friends" who simply wanted to murder and we talk about the fine line between dark fantasy and intent as we delve into the case of Gilberto Valle, more commonly known as "Cannibal Cop".
Nov 04, 201801:27:02
S1E8: Sleep - It’ll Kill Ya!

S1E8: Sleep - It’ll Kill Ya!

TeamNoSleep! We're baaaaaack! Returning after a week hiatus, listen in on episode 8 in which we discuss a few haunted cemeteries and headstones and the mysterious deaths surrounding a vengeful ghost as well as read a spoopy story from Creepy Pasta.
Nov 04, 201801:21:59
S1E7: When You Go For a Sleepover And Get Murdered

S1E7: When You Go For a Sleepover And Get Murdered

In episode 7 we discuss torture devices and brutal methods for executions used in the 14th century and even earlier, and we talk about the Vallisca Axe Murder spree in Iowa in which two adults and six children were bludgeoned to death in their home with an axe and now the home is rumored to be haunted.
Nov 04, 201801:19:27
S1E6: Everything is Better With Murder

S1E6: Everything is Better With Murder

Nummer sechs. In this week's episode we discuss the supposed demonic possession of Michael Taylor, who claimed to have no recollection of murdering his wife and the family dog in cold blood and the Dyatlov Pass incident in which nine Russian students mysteriously died on a hiking trip in the mountains in Siberia.
Nov 04, 201801:05:25
S1E5: Sweet Black Eyed Boy

S1E5: Sweet Black Eyed Boy

Womp, we're at it again. Listen in as we discuss OJ Simpson, the trial of the century, and scare ourselves silly with discussions about the spooky tales about black eyed children and remind you why you should never go anywhere alone.
Nov 04, 201801:37:10
S1E4: Mama Needs a Bath

S1E4: Mama Needs a Bath

In the fourth episode we discuss the sadistic tale of Elizabeth Bathory, a vain and cruel aristocratic woman who is rumored to be responsible for the deaths of 300-650 young girls in the 1600's. We also discuss the strange and sudden disappearance of Lars Mittank and (attempt) to theorize what really happened.
Nov 04, 201801:09:27
S1E3: No. 1 Draft Pick - Murder

S1E3: No. 1 Draft Pick - Murder

This week we kick it off by discussing the catacombs of Paris, underground ossuaries where the remains of over 6 million people now lie and have become a wildly popular tourist site, with 200 miles of tunnels (some lined floor to ceiling with bones) there's no possible way of knowing everything that goes on, or what might be lurking in the darkness of this massive tomb. We conclude with the strange "suicide" of colonel Philip Shue. But was it really suicide, or was it murder most foul? Our best guess is the latter, but you decide for yourself.
Nov 04, 201801:12:10
S1E2: Bring Out Your Dead

S1E2: Bring Out Your Dead

We're back at it again! Tune in to episode two while Talia and Christa discuss Hart Island, where over a million bodies rest in mass graves even to this day and we take you through the life and history of the infamous H.H. Holmes before and during the Murder Castle.
Nov 04, 201801:26:09
S1E1: Annabelle Pls

S1E1: Annabelle Pls

"You don't own me Donna!" Wow, so this is what podcasting is like? Welcome to Death Becomes Us, a podcast about death, murder and mayhem in all aspects of the strange and unusual. In our debut episode we discuss the infamous haunted Raggedy Ann doll Annabelle, as well as the strange circumstances surrounding the poltergeist film franchise including a murder and some mysterious deaths. We hope you enjoy, deathies, and welcome to the family.
Nov 04, 201801:20:13