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Located high on a hill in Kansas City Kansas sits the illustrious Sauer Castle, a once beloved family home now fallen into decay...

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On April 26th, 1986, at approximately 1:23:40 AM, the small town of Pripyat, Ukraine was hit with one of the biggest disasters the world has ever seen.

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WE MADE IT! Well... Kinda. We originally wanted to end our Second Season after 100 episodes, but as it hit the holiday season we thought it be best to take a short break now, and come back fresh faced in the new year. Thank you to all of our listeners who deal with our sometimes less than strict posting schedule. Just know we really appreciate you, and we are trying to become more consistent but with full-time jobs, family, and other responsibilities hanging over our heads sometimes it makes it hard to post on time.

Without further ado, in this episode we will be discussing the infamous unsolved Murder of The Black Dahlia. Crime in the 1940's was rampant, especially because we didn't have a way to test DNA evidence at the time, so there are more than a few murders from the era that were never solved. The Black Dahlia - or the Murder of Elizabeth Short - was no exception to this. The gruesome details of her case have peaked many a true crime junkie's attention. That is why for our Season 2 Finale we are discussing her case today. Enjoy!

Who Ya Gonna Call? Dan Aykroyd! That's right this weeks episode is all about Dan Aykroyd and how weirdly, coolly, Bizarre he is!

It's been a busy October, but Aislinn and Miranda are back just in time to tell you some scary stories to round off the spooky season.  They've scoured the internet to find some short but ghoulish tales from all over the world.  It's a "fright" to remember!

In this weeks Episode Miranda dives into some wild Theatre Superstitions! Perfectly fitting as she was wrapping up the show she was in at the time. 

The world of Theatre has always been full of mysticism, and that goes hand in hand with superstition.

In this episode, Aislinn talks about not only the crimes committed by Jeffrey Epstein, but those in power that enabled him.  Going through the timeline of the police investigation into victims' claims, some disturbing revelations about those meant to carry out the law unfold.  Did US District Attorney Alex Acosta enter into a conspiracy to give Epstein the deal of a lifetime?  

Even with such a powerful man's help, however, those fighting for the survivors would not rest.  When Acosta's plea deal got overturned and Epstein was forced to stand trial once more, however, the disgusting man was found dead in his jail cell before it even began.  Was this his way of escaping punishment for his heinous acts?  Or did one of his former friends want to keep him quiet?

There's a lot to unpack here, and the best way to do it is by sharing the truths of those who matter most in the case: the survivors.

Thomas Ince had a heavy hand in how the movie industry was shaped back in the early 1910s.  Despite the notoriety he garnered during his life, however, it is perhaps his death that he is most widely known for.  Officially the records state that he died of heart failure, but is that all there is to the case?  What of the rumors that he was shot onboard the yacht of his close friend, media mogul William Hearst?  Why did so many people keep quiet about that night? Did he truly catch a stray bullet meant for Charlie Chaplin?  Over a century later, and we're still wondering what truly happened to Thomas Ince.

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Back in France in the 1600's one woman made a name for herself in every way imaginable. The story of Julie d'Aubigny has it all; Scandal, Intrigue, Convent Burning, Fencing, Feminism, and more. This episode chronicles the absolutely Bonkers life & times of Julie d'Aubigny.

Aislinn finally decides to tackle another COVID conspiracy. Originally, this episode was going to come out two weeks ago.  Since then, cases have risen again and there's a resurgence of mask mandates. Sadly, this means it's only more topical.

Join us as Aislinn and Mirada take on the topic of the COVID vaccine conspiracy as laid out by Dr. Christiane Northrup.  Is there any truth to it?  How does an mRNA vaccine work anyway?  Could we all become human/animal hybrids?!

There's a lot to unpack here, so strap in! Miranda even learns some science, which she will promptly forget before the next episode.

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In the late 70's early 80's during a recession in the United States, many contract workers were competing for bids with quicker turn around, and cheaper estimates, but with such promises comes cutting corners. In this episode we discuss the deadly consciences of "fast-tracking" in the engineering of buildings.

Miranda is busy this week, so that means that Aislinn is taking over with a bonus episode!  Please enjoy this reading of The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman; Aislinn sure enjoyed recording it.

Deep in Kansas in a large Sinkhole/Lake lives a creature that some presume comes from a prehistoric time... What is really living in The Big Sinkhole in Inman Kansas? We discuss.

I'll Tell You What... is a year old!  It's been a long one, so we're taking a moment to relax and celebrate.  We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has joined us along the way!  Get a look behind the scenes as Miranda and Aislinn reflect back on what their first year in podcasting has been like. 

What was your favorite episode?  Do you have any ideas for future episodes?  Do you maybe know a lot about a certain case, cult, or conspiracy that you would like to talk about with us?  Send us an email at: madderthanacaterpillar@gmail.com

In the abandoned mine tunnels underneath Centralia, PA, there is a fire.  This fire has been burning for the past 60 years, and will likely continue for decades to come.  Aislinn and Miranda break down the history of this town, how the fire got to be, and why some people think that the government deliberately sabotaged firefighting efforts and let the destructive blaze continue for all of these years.

Deep in the woods surrounding the Springfield-Nixa-Ozark area there may be a legendary creature lurking, straight from the depths of hell itself. 

In 1934, a congressional committee heard testimony from a man claiming to have information over a conspiracy to overthrow FDR and the US government to institute a fascist dictatorship.  Ultimately, the committee would find that the plot did exist, yet no one was ever brought to justice regarding it.  Who were these people?  How were they planning on overthrowing FDR?  And why don’t more people know about this? Join Aislinn and Miranda as they go through the details surrounding “The Business Plot”.  Along the way, they also discover one of America’s unsung heroes: Major General Smedley Butler.

In February of 1959, a group of 9 College students from the Ural Polytechnical Institute (now Ural Federal University) set out on a 14-day hiking expedition up a mountain called Kholat Syakhl (Co-Lat She-Ackle) in The Soviet Union. Somehow their trip took a deadly turn for the worst, but nobody is really sure how...

We're shaking it up a bit this week!  Lately The World Revival Church in Kansas City has been in the news due to reports claiming that the church could potentially be a toxic cult.  While investigation is ongoing, Aislinn and Miranda take a look at the facts and the accusations while putting them up against the proposed 8 Psychological Criteria for a Thought-Reform System.  What draws the line between a belief system and a cult?

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In the year 1888 in the poverty stricken neighborhood of Whitechapel England an evil phantom-like murderer plagued the already suffering women in the area. This weeks episode covers the most prolific serial killer of all time - Jack the Ripper.

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The Savoy Hotel located in Kansas City is one of the oldest continuously operational hotels in the united states. The Hotel & it's Restaurant Grill are both home to multiple specters of sorts. Haunted activity ranges from hearing whispers in a otherwise vacant elevator, to full on apparitions of a little Victorian girl. The Savoy Hotel is certainly one of the most haunted places in Kansas City.

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This week, Aislinn tells Miranda about the fairly recent cult NXIVM.  Why did this self-help multi-level marketing business ensnare so many people?  How does a group like that become so toxic?

Join us as we take a dive into a world of thought-reform, racketeering, and trafficking.  Listener discretion is advised.

If you believe you or someone you care about is in a cult, please take a look at these resources:

Brian Shaffer was a bright 27 year old Medical Student with a bright future ahead of him, then one night in 2006 he vanished without a trace. In this episode we walk through the events of that night and the investigation that followed.

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Aislinn is back at it with the scoop on what the military was up to during the Cold War.  Join Miranda as she grows increasingly uncomfortable and proves exactly how much she remembers from AP US History (here's a hint: not much).  If you've ever been curious about herbicides and/or the Vietnam War, this episode is for you!

Agent Orange was supposed to help get rid of coverage for guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War, but the truth of what happened is far worse.  It wasn't until soldiers returned home that they realized what they had done, or how much it would affect their lives.  Add into that how the US has been handling the cleanup of this mess (or lack thereof), and it's easy to see what made this episode of American History all the more unsettling.

In this Spoopy Saturday Episode we discuss two haunted estates located in Independence Missouri. The Vaile Mansion was once the most opulent home in all of America, and the Bingham-waggoner Estate was once the Trail Head Marker for the Santa Fe Trail, part of the famed Oregon Trail. Both Estates are teaming with paranormal activity but who is haunting these prize homes?

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It's a short and sweet curse this week!

Aislinn tells Miranda the tale of Thomas Busby and his cursed chair. Is it true that this chair can kill people?  Or is it all just a marketing ploy?

Join us as we analyze the fateful events surrounding the Dead Man's Chair.

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The Grand Canyon is known as one of the most scenic and beautiful places on Earth, but does all that peace and tranquility come with a cost? In this episode we discuss the cases of several unexplained and unsolved disappearances at The Grand Canyon.

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There's a conspiratorial twist on an old playground legend.  Is the cryonically frozen body (or head) of Walt Disney really being kept underneath Disneyland?  Where did this rumor even start?  And how do modern Disney movies fit into it all?

Aislinn and Miranda are back at it again as Aislinn thinly veils an attempt at incorporating her film degree into the podcast.  If you're into learning about Disney history, getting a healthy dose of morbidity, or being pulled into spontaneous film critiques, then this is an episode you don't want to miss.  Or if you just want to hear some reasons to not freeze your head when you die, that's somewhere in here, too.

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Derek and Maria Broaddus were thrilled to have just bought their dream house. A beautiful six-bedroom Dutch colonial revival home at 657 Boulevard, in Westfield, New Jersey. But their dreams soon turned to Nightmares when a mysterious stranger begins sending them ominous letters.

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The St. Augustine Lighthouse located in a town by the same name is one of the most haunted places on earth according to visitors. The Lighthouse hosts several specters within it's walls and if you visit you may just experience some hair-raising events like young girls giggling in the nearby woods, the smell of cigar smoke, footsteps on stairs, and a figure standing where no guest or staff can readily go...

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The long awaited second part in our Scientology coverage is here!  Join us as we go in-depth with Scientology.  Here Aislinn tells Miranda about the religions practices, organizations, and controversies.  Why are so many celebrities part of it?  How did it become so secretive?  And what the heck is an E-meter?  The episode may be a bit late, but it is well worth the listen.

There's too many sources to link here.  Instead, here's Aislinn's Google Doc of notes:

A topic that was the catalyst for our Hosts (Aislinn & Miranda) into the wonderful world of the Macab. We're talking about some of the scariest things to have ever happened at the "happiest place on earth".

Sorry for no Tuesday Episode this week listeners, we had some difficulties this week, but rest assured more episodes will always come out.... eventually.

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Here it is, the long awaited (sorta) part 2 of our Dive into Dear David and haunting experience that happened to Artist Adam Ellis. As told by his twitter thread. In this part Miranda is SHOOK by some photographic evidence Adam posted along with his harrowing tale. Listen to the screams and look at the photos... If You Dare... Enjoy this jam-packed episode!

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Here we have another topic that was too big for one episode!   Aislinn wants to tell Miranda about Scientology, but she first has to talk about its founder: L. Ron Hubbard.

 Why did a pulp fiction writer manage to create a new religion?  What qualified him to pioneer a new realm of psychology? And how much science is really in Scientology?

Featuring: the blending of sci-fi and reality, bizarre naval misadventures, temporary bigamy, and even a message from Aleister Crowley himself

And we haven't even gotten to the cult* stuff yet.

*Scientology.org is pretty adamant that they are not a cult.  We'll let you decide for yourself.

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In this weeks episode Miranda began a dive into a real life horror story. The Story of Dear David that was experienced and well documented by Famous Cartoonist - Adam Ellis all on Twitter. The story proved to be a tad lengthy to enrapture within one episode only so, we decided to break it into a 2 part-er for you as to not leave out any of the juicy details!

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"“All of the birds died in 1986 due to Reagan killing them and replacing them with spies that are now watching us. The birds work for the bourgeoisie.”

In this episode, Aislinn forces Miranda to endure more Cold War history as they delve into The Great Bird Conspiracy.  What is this odd conspiracy?  Who started it?  Why has it spread?  And perhaps most importantly:  How does Waffle House factor into all of this?

Maybe we should all be a bit more wary of those eyes in the sky.

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In this Spoopy Saturday Episode, Miranda gifts us with a Creepy Tale of a Ghostly Ballerina, as well as touching on how "hot" of a topic Ballet is... or well... Used to be. But, lastly she tells of one of Kansas City's own Historical Landmarks/Theatre that may have some of the original employee's lurching around. Who knows?

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In Aislinn's first episode of the season, she tells the tale of the famously cursed Dybbuk box.  What is this box?  Where did it come from?  How is it's curse enacted?  And what does Zak Bagans of Ghost Adventures fame have to do with all of this?

We're planning on a lot of new and exciting content and growth for our second season, and this is only the beginning.  We hope you stick around!

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The Zodiac Killer is one of the most prolific serial killers in American History.

Dating back over 50 years the Zodiac Killer began sending cryptic cyphers to local newspapers claiming they held clues to "his" ultimate capture, but unfortunately they proved to be so complex that one of them was never solved.... until now.

Listen and hear about the Zodiac Killer and his creepy cryptic clues... if your dare....

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It's our season finale!  After 6 months straight of putting out two episodes a week, we're ready for a break.  Don't worry, we've got one last conspiracy to tie you over until the New Year.  Even better: we've got a special guest to help us with the send off.

We're bringing you the facts about the New World Order conspiracy.  What does it mean?  Who is part of it?  How has it evolved?  And can it be dangerous?

Special features for this episode include:  a Diamond Baron, an odd goal, and additional helpings of ridiculous conspiracies.

Happy holidays, and we hope to see you January 2nd, 2021 for the premiere of season 2!

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