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Tales of PNW based true crime, paranormal events, alien encounters, cryptid tales, and other oddities.
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Olympia OdditiesNov 06, 2021

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The Disappearance of Amber Hoopes

The Disappearance of Amber Hoopes

20 year old Amber Hoopes was funny, goofy, and absolutely devoted to the two kids she was a nanny for. She was also painfully shy and didn't like going places by herself. Because of this, her family immediately knew foul play was involved when she went missing from her grandparent's shop, where she would use their computer to stay in touch with friends. After another teen girl in the area was abducted and shared her experience, investigators felt they had a solid idea on who their main suspect was. But, when the suspect arrived at home to find the place buzzing with cops, he took off and led the police on a chase that ended with tragic consequences.

Sources:

Charley Project - Amber Shawnell Hoopes
Idaho News - 20th anniversary of the disappearance of Amber Hoops, last seen in Idaho Falls, 9/12/2021
Idaho State Journal - East Idaho Cold Cases: Case with little evidence, no body still active, 5/31/2014


Feb 29, 202409:11
Side Show: Captured By Robots

Side Show: Captured By Robots

I kick off this Side Show episode with an update to the Christopher Hart Bridgeman Jr. Case, then dive into all the random & fun stuff I've been up to the past few months, including face melting metal shows with robots, fangirling over a baby musk ox, and how murder mystery boxes have taken over my remaining brain space.
Feb 28, 202420:45
The Disappearance of Archer Ray Johnson

The Disappearance of Archer Ray Johnson

On April 1st, 1986 Archer Ray Johnson's truck was discovered with the door propped open on the side of the road near Oakville, Washington. When his brother & his brother's wife discovered the scene, they called out to him, but got no reply. In the years that have passed since his disappearance, Archer's case has gone nearly cold. In this episode I cover the circumstances around Archer's disappearance, how local police have dropped the ball repeatedly, and cover Archer's families hard work & clues they've unearthed while doing their own investigation into his case.

Jan 15, 202416:39
The Disappearance of Jeramy Burt

The Disappearance of Jeramy Burt

In 2007, Jeramy Burt went missing from his father's home in Boise, Idaho. He was dressed nicely, and told his dad that he was going to meet with a friend to discuss hunting. However, his ex-wife received several strange phone calls and texts from him while on a business trip in Vegas. The calls and texts were so strange in fact, that she wasn't convinced that they were sent by Jeremy at all. In this episode I cover Jeramy's life before the day he went missing, the details surrounding his disappearance and the investigation that followed, and conclude with Jeramy's family's and the cops theories on what, or who, might've caused Jeramy to disappear.

Sources:
Charley Project - Jeramy Carl Burt
TVB 7 - No Answers 15 Years Later Regarding Missing Boise Man, 2/12/2022
NBC News - Idaho family seeks answers in 11 year search for Jeramy Burt, 2/18/2018
Idaho News - Cold Case: Detective shares insight on Jeramy Burt; missing since February 2007, 3/9/2018
Idaho State News - American Falls man missing since 2007: mother believes he was the victim of foul play 3/28/2014
Dec 12, 202312:38
Side Show: PNW Cryptid Showdown

Side Show: PNW Cryptid Showdown

For this episode of Side Show, I start the show by giving an update on Matthew Anfeldt's case, cover some updates to the podcast, then wrap the whole thing up with a PNW cryptid ranking list, some bizarre local crimes & news stories and fill you in on what's been going on in my life.

Nov 19, 202332:22
Jarom Thomas

Jarom Thomas

On December 21st, 2014 teenager Jarom Thomas decided to resolve a fight over a minor car accident with a single punch. That punch thrown by one of his friends ended up in Jarom Thomas' death. The next year, his parents revealed to the media that they had heard a different version of the story. The details they heard were upsetting, and conflicted with the original version of the story Jarom's friends and the police had told them. Head to Spotify or your favorite podcast platform to listen.

Nov 05, 202307:36
Haunted Hiking: Scaponia Park, Oregon
Oct 18, 202307:34
Helen Doe
Sep 12, 202306:19
Side Show: Burlesque & Blue Crawdads

Side Show: Burlesque & Blue Crawdads

It's a solo Trista Side Show straight from Olympia Oddities new studio and I'm here to recap the end of summer, including my second ever burlesque show stage kitten experience, the Roy Pioneer Rodeo, and a camping trip.


Ft. The coroner leaving the campsite as I show up, Oakville's bigfoot statue, and Trista's True Crime Roundup making it's return

Sep 05, 202319:25
The 2018 Horizon Air Hijacking

The 2018 Horizon Air Hijacking

In today's episode, Trista tells you the story of Richard Russell, an unassuming baggage handler at SeaTac who shocked the world and those who knew him by stealing a plane. I cover the flight path his comandeered plane took, the radio communications that transpired between those trying to get him to safety and keep others out of harms way, and the tragic end to his flight.


Sources:

Rolling Stone - The Sky Thief, June 24th 2021

Seattle Times - Richard Russell was a jokester who complained about work, but SeaTac plane heist still baffles friends, August 19 2018



Aug 21, 202331:38
Side Show: Oops All Tristas

Side Show: Oops All Tristas

It's a solo Side Show episode and my return from my summer break! I talk the future of Side Show & some exciting plans coming up, recap my summer so far, including my trip to the Paranormal Circus, a podcast live show, and one of my favorite Washington establishments, Sharkys. Also in this episode: opinons on juggling, buildings shaped like coffee pots, and Godzilla pinball

Jul 29, 202324:30
The Haunting of Heceta Head Lighthouse

The Haunting of Heceta Head Lighthouse

In today's episode, we're covering the haunted history and paranormal experiences encountered at Oregon's Heceta Head Lighthouse. We cover the many services the lighthouse and it's grounds have provided to it's community, the urban legend behind the ghostly apparation allegedly haunting the grounds, and some of the eerie encounters staff and B&B guests have encountered. Sources: The Columbian - Rue the resident ghost haunts Heceta Head house, 11/02/2017  Does the ghost of a Heceta Head Lighthouse keeper's wife haunt the Oregon Coast?, 8/31/2019 HECETA HEAD LIGHTHOUSE B & B, YACHATS, OR Oregon Coast Beach Connection - Oregon Coast's Haunting Lighthouses: Spooked or Not, 2009
May 28, 202318:45
Pend Oreille Paddler

Pend Oreille Paddler

In this episode we cover a cryptid who is described as being Idaho's Loch Ness Monster! We cover the history of the sightings of a large creature swimming in Lake Pend Oreille's depths beginning in the early 1900s, cover the sightings of the creature up till modern times, and discuss some theories about what the monster could be, including a possible shady government cover-up. This one is a goofy one, so get ready to laugh!

Sources:

Cedar Post - The Pend Oreille Paddler
Cour d’Alene Press - Meet your N. Idaho lake monster, Paddler
Go Sandpoint Magazine - Tales from the Deep
The Spokesman Review - Did Navy Use Fish Story As Cloak? Pend Orielle Paddler Said to Be Subs
May 02, 202318:08
The Disappearances of George & Edwin Pooler

The Disappearances of George & Edwin Pooler

Two brothers went missing, a little over two years apart from each other. Despite some shared similarities, investigators believe that these two disapperances are completely unrelated. Today, we're telling you about the 1988 & 1991 disappearances of George and Edwin Pooler. George disappeared after leaving a tavern in Omak, WA with a group of people. Shortly after his disappearance, his burned out car was discovered just 3 miles from town. Edwin disappeared from the Alice Flats HUD site in Keller, after being spotted with a group of men and one woman. We discuss the solved murder of Edwin and the questions that still surround his death, and cover the still unsolved disappearance of George, as well as some of the amazing work their sister has done to try and help solve their cases.


Sources:


Charley Project - George Wayne Pooler

Charley Project - Edwin Oliver Pooler

The Spokesman Review - No body, but persistence gets indictment, 2006


Apr 11, 202312:30
Water Babies & Bonus Cryptid!

Water Babies & Bonus Cryptid!

In today's episode, we're talkin' paranormal baby! errr, paranormal babies? We share two legends of Water Babies from the west, including a story from Idaho, and one from Utah. Legends say that in these places, you can hear the eerie unmistakable sound of a baby crying coming from a water source. We explore the legends, and discover what other cryptid horrors could be in store for those who escape the underwater grasp of Lake Utah's water babies.
CW: child death

Sources:
Weird US - The Water Babies of Massacre Rocks
Exemplore - Urban Legends: The Native American Water Babies
Mar 11, 202308:15
The Alien Encounter of Dr. Johnathan Reed
Mar 02, 202347:51
The Disappearance of Gilbert Gilman

The Disappearance of Gilbert Gilman

In today's episode, we cover the extremely bizarre disappearance of Gilbert Gilman. When 47 year old Gilman disappeared off the short and well marked Staircase Rapid Loops Trail in Olympic National Park on June 24th, 2006, his disappearance left investigators, and his family, puzzled. How did this man with an extensive military training, including time as an interrogator in Iraq. Investigators were left wondering: could Gilbert Gilman have faked his disappearance and taken up a career as a spy? We cover the details of his disappearance, the discovery of his car, and run down a few theories on what could've happened to Gilbert Gilman.

Sources:
Charley Project - Gilbert Mark Gilman
Strange Outdoors - The puzzling disappearance of ex-paratrooper Gilbert Gilman from Olympic National Park
Feb 07, 202312:45
Harstine Island John Doe

Harstine Island John Doe

In today's episode, we cover our first ever John Doe case. In this listener submitted episode, we cover the mysterious Harstine Island John Doe. The unidentified man was discovered dead on the beach of Harstine Island in January 2022, and at the time of this recording, his identity is still unknown. Investigators tested a DNA sample, but no matches were found. Dental records and fingerprints are unavailable for this John Doe, so we hope that we can help spread the word and help this man reclaim his identity, and help his loved ones get some closure too.

Sources:
Shelton-Mason County Journal - Body found on Harstine Island Jan. 16 still unidentified, Feb 10th, 2022
KIRO 7 - Officials asking for help in identifying man found dead on beach, Jan 22, 2022
Facebook: Coroner Mason County, Washington - Dec 22nd, 2022
Jan 22, 202308:33
Oregon's Exploding Whale

Oregon's Exploding Whale

In November of 1970, a 45 foot long whale washed up on the beaches of Florence. When all local rendering plants turned down the carcass, ODOT got creative with their solution: explosives. The resulting exploding whale, complete with video, went viral across the world. We examine what led up to the events, a warning that wasn't heeded, and laugh so damn much.

Sources:
Wikipedia - Exploding Whale
The Oregonian - Exploding-whale engineer George Thornton has died at age 84, 2013
Offbeat Oregon - Exploding whale? It's a true Oregon tale
Jan 15, 202316:05
Side Show: Year End Holiday Special

Side Show: Year End Holiday Special

Delayed by some tech issues but not forgotten, our Year End Holiday special is finally here! In this Side Show episode we discuss our feelings on Dragula Titans, share some of our favorite holiday season tropes, Trista shares her strong feelings on A Christmas Story, chat about the National Finals Rodeo, have a few chair malfunctions, and discuss our favorite holiday songs, including how Dean Martin sounds like he's about to fall down your staircase and take our your lamp in his rendition of Silver Bells. We wrap up with a few holiday crimes courtesy of Steven! Happy New Year! 

Jan 02, 202301:11:20
The Disappearance of Cora Christmas McGuirk

The Disappearance of Cora Christmas McGuirk

In today's episode we discuss the 1991 disappearance of Cora Christmas McGuirk from Seattle, Washington. Cora was just 22 years old when she disappeared from her Seattle residence for a day, then returned home and asked a family member a question that was very alarming to them. Cora left, and she was never seen or heard from again. We explore the circumstances leading up to Cora's mysterious disappearance, and a possible connection this case may have to a very well known, very much hated serial killer of ours. 


Sources: 

Charley Project - Cora Christmas McGuirk

The Doe Network - Cora Christmas McGuirk

Seattle P.I - Martell's Story: Sophomore's path to stardom anything but smooth


Dec 26, 202209:05
Artis the Spoonman

Artis the Spoonman

Today we tell you all about a Seattle legend that became a worldwide legend, with the help of a few musicians. That's right, we're talking about THE Spoonman. Now a Port Townsend resident, you used to be able to catch Artis at Pike Place, with his mat of assorted tools laid out in front of him while he slapped and smacked the spoons across his body to make his music. Part performance art, part musical performance, it was really something to see. We talk about Artis's childhood and how he discovered his special spoon playing talent, how his path crossed ways with Frank Zappa, and later Soundgarden, discuss how the song Spoonman came to be, Trista geeks out really hard over everything, and we wrap it up by talking about where Artis is now, and what he's up to. 


TW: brief suicide attempt mention

Sources: 

Wikipedia - Artis the Spoonman

Wikipedia - Spoonman

Seattle PI - 'Spoonman' stunned by death of Soundgarden's Chris Cornell

Port Townsend Leader - PT's Spoonman tied to Seattle




Nov 19, 202219:03
The Murder of Nicole Hutchings

The Murder of Nicole Hutchings

Today we're telling you about the murder of Nicole Hutchings. Nicole Hutchings was lured to a fake Halloween party that was part of a ruse created by two men with plans to murder her. They drugged her and left her in a shallow grave on Forest Service land near Sunriver, Oregon. The case was cold for years until one woman approached the police with information that cracked the entire thing open: the incredibly sad motive. We discuss the circumstances around Nicole Hutchings murder, the investigation and how police were able to find the two men who were responsible, and share the fate of these callous killers. 

TW: CSA mention, rough episode


Find a Grave - Nicole Marie Hutchings

Bend Bulletin - Man gets life in prison for Hutchings murder

Bend Bulletin - Murder plot detailed at sentencing




Oct 31, 202209:34
Side Show: Ooky Spooky Kooky Halloween Special

Side Show: Ooky Spooky Kooky Halloween Special

In today's special Halloween episode of Side Show we cover a little bit of everything. From books and movies we've enjoyed lately, to that Rugrats episode with the Quaker Oats man, rooting for The Boys, selling towels out of a trench coat, our Halloween plan, Fat Heads, that worm from Labyrinth, and wrap the whole thing up by telling you about one of the most compelling possible paranormal encounters we had earlier this year at the Mossyrock Dam. 

Oct 30, 202201:13:27
The Sinking of The Andelana

The Sinking of The Andelana

In today's Spooky Season episode, we tell you all about the tragic sinking of the ship The Andelana, which caused the deaths of 17 crew members who were trapped on board as the ship sank to the ocean's floors in just minutes on January 14th, 1899. We get into the details of how the ship sank and the attempts to raise the ship from the ocean's depths, which caused another unbelievably tragic death during some efforts to raise the ship. And of course, because it is spooky season after all, we discuss some reported paranormal activity going on in the area of Tacoma, Washington where the Andelana sank and some mythology surrounding the eerie last photo of the crew. 


Sources: 


History Link - The bark Andelana disappears while lying at anchor at Tacoma on January 14, 1899.

SouthSoundTalk - Few Relics Remain of The Andelana – Tacoma’s Largest Maritime Disaster


Oct 22, 202221:08
Side Show: PNW True Crime Fest Recap

Side Show: PNW True Crime Fest Recap

Side Show has risen from the grave and this time it's in the form of a Very Special Episode where we recap our PNW True Crime Fest Experience! Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an exciting announcement about a local mini live show we're doing right here in Olympia.
Oct 17, 202234:41
The Disappearance & Unexplained Death of David Glen Lewis

The Disappearance & Unexplained Death of David Glen Lewis

In today's episode, we try to wrap our minds around one of the most baffling disappearances and unexplained deaths we have ever heard of in the True Crime world. David Glen Lewis was a Texas based judge and attorney, well respected and incredibly active in his community. That's why it was so shocking when his wife and daughter returned from an out of town shopping trip to find him missing, their VCR still recording a football game, and freshly made turkey sandwiches in the fridge. Shockingly, on the same day that David Lewis was reported missing by his wife in Texas, his unidentified body was discovered on the side of a lonely stretch of highway near Yakima Washington. We'll get into the strange details leading up to his disappearance, the detective's outside the box thinking that helped the family get some closure, and discuss our theories and some questions we're left with from this case.

Sources:
Seattle PI - 1993 hit-run victim is finally identified, 2004
Find A Grave - David Glen Lewis
CBS News - Google Helps Solve John Doe Case
Del Rio News Herald - Baffling trail stumps police searching for missing attorney, 1993


Oct 15, 202220:39
PNW True Crime Fest Live Show: The Disappearance of Matthew Anfeldt

PNW True Crime Fest Live Show: The Disappearance of Matthew Anfeldt

Here's our recording of our first ever live show, recorded at the first ever PNW True Crime Fest. Matthew Anfeldt was just 20 years old when he disappeared from his family's home in Grand Mound, Washington under incredibly bizarre circumstances. After telling his sister he was going to grab his phone, he ended up in a nearby roadway in a panic, yelling at cars that his family had been killed and that someone was after him. He was last seen at the Speedway Grocery before fleeing out the side door, and police discovered that his family was perfectly fine. Matthew has never been seen since. We explore the details of the case and explore some possible theories behind his disappearance. Thank you to everyone who came out to make this live show possible!


Sources:

Records Request with Thurston County Sheriff's Office

Charley Project - Matthew Anfeldt

Q13 Fox - Detectives investigating whether young man's disappearance is linked to previous attack in Lacey, February 23rd, 2020

KOMO News - 'They're after me!' Thurston County man disappears after bizarre rampage, March 7th, 2019



Oct 10, 202243:49
Grunge Speak

Grunge Speak

Today's episode is about a story that sounds like a never aired episode of Daria: the time The New York Times published an article of completely fake, made up grunge slang words that were given to them by a recently laid off Sub Pop Records employee as the real deal. We'll discuss how the hoax came to be, who the creator of these amazingly hilarious words was, and the mess that resulted. It's a fun one!

Sources:
Wikipedia - Grunge Speak
The Ringer - When Grunge Was Fake News
Sep 27, 202215:44
The Disappearance of Darwin K Vest

The Disappearance of Darwin K Vest

Today we're telling you about the disappearance of a world-renowned, self taught expert on spiders, Darwin Vest. Darwin Vest was 48 years old hen he disappeared after attending his weekly bar trivia game with friends on June 2nd, 1999 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He set off towards the home he shared with his mother, but was never seen from again. We discuss some of Darwin's accomplishments within the world of arachnids, the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, and cover some theories that Darwin's loved ones and the investigators have explored.
Sources:
Charley Project - Darwin K Vest
AP News - Spider Expert Disappears in Idaho, 1999
The Lewiston Review - Spiderman’s Fate Remains a mystery, 2002
Aug 27, 202220:19
Michele Dee Gates

Michele Dee Gates

Today we're telling you about the life of child-killer Michele Dee Gates, starting with her chaotic childhood. We discuss the tragic murders of Ruth Anne O'Neil and Natyah Ottino that Michele committed when she was just a child herself, her later failed hitman plot, and how her new husband ended up being murdered. By her father. Buckle up for this one. 

Ft. the audacity, the nerve, and the Sqweegel episode of CSI

TW: child murder, child abuse, sexual assault mention


Sources: 

Oregon Live - The strange case of child-killer Michele Gates and how it changed Oregon forever, 2019

The Spokesman Review - Father of Portland child killer Michele Dee Gates accused of shooting her husband in Stevens County

The Spokesman Review - Man who shot son-in-law near Colville pleads guilty to manslaughter, gets 7 years in prison




Aug 12, 202234:60
McMinnville UFO Photographs

McMinnville UFO Photographs

Today we're covering a UFO story for the first time in a long time! In fact, it's Steven's first UFO story as a co-host! In this episode we discussed the 1950 McMinnville UFO photos, which were a series of photos captured by a farming couple, the Trents, near McMinnville, Oregon. We chat about the sighting, discuss some investigations and examinations of the photos, and come to our own conclusions. 


Ft. the funniest dialogue I have ever read in a UFO interview, car side mirrors, and the Dean from Community 


Sources:


Wikipedia - McMinville UFO Photos

The Oregonian - Past Tense Oregon: UFO photos taken near McMinnville in 1950 still raise questions

The Oregonian - 1997 story: Fifty years of UFO, the truth is still out there


Jul 23, 202219:41
The Disappearance of Christopher Hart Bridgeman Jr.
Jul 16, 202214:53
Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus

Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus

Today we're covering a famous PNW legend, the mythical Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus. We dive into the wacky world of the Save The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus website and learn about the diet, movements, and life-cycle of the tree octopus, then dive into where exactly this legend originated from. 

Ft. land sushi, sasquatch as an apex predator, and octopus hood ornaments


Sources: 

Library of Congress Web Archive - Save The Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus


Jun 30, 202219:52
The Disappearance of Tina Marie Finley

The Disappearance of Tina Marie Finley

Today we're covering the 1988 disappearance of Tina Marie Finley. Tina Finley had a rough start to life, and her family ended up splitting up. She ended up in an even worse situation in the foster system, but was eventually able to run away and reconnect with a family member back in Idaho. Her future in Idaho seemed bright, as she held down multiple jobs and was even considering enrolling in college to follow in her sister's footsteps. Tragically, Tina Finley went missing after accepting a ride from a man she met at a party that night. We cover Tina Finley's childhood, her reunion with her uncle, discuss the night of her disappearance and some of the suspects in the case. 

TW: alcoholism, sexual abuse mention

Correction: I mistakenly said 1989 instead of 1988 as the year of her disappearance. It was a long recording day and I apologize! 

Sources: 

Charlie Project - Tina Marie Finley

The Doe Network - Tina Marie Finley

NAMUS - Missing Person / NamUs #MP9768

The Spokesman Review - Silence Envelops Mystery Many Feel They Have Solution, But Lack Proof



Jun 11, 202211:43
Seal Rock Sea Monster

Seal Rock Sea Monster

Today we're here with a fun cryptid episode for you! In June of 1935, a group of people allegedly witnessed multiple sea monsters playing in the surf of Oregon's Seal Rocks. We cover some of the town's history (complete with some hilarious old timey ads), discuss the sighting of the monsters, and make fun of some seal lions along the way.
Ft. old timey radio voices, people being amazed yet horrified of sea lions, and Elephant Rock confusion
Sources:
CryptidWiki - Seal Rock Sea Monster
Oregon Coast Beach Connection - Strange Oregon Coast History: Legend of Seal Rock Sea Monsters
Oregon Coast Beach Connection - Seal Rock History and Mysteries on Oregon Coast: Failed Resort to Monsters and Metal Finds
Jun 04, 202211:45
The Disappearance of Oakley Carlson

The Disappearance of Oakley Carlson

Today we're telling you about an active case from Oakville, Wa. Oakley Carlson was returned to her bio parents despite numerous red flags and CPS calls from her foster parents & family members about her parents. Oakley was discovered missing after her school principal noticed her absence at the family's home while dropping off some supplies to help them with a recent fire they'd faced, and after one of her siblings made a troubling claim during a sleepover several days later. We get into the timeline of the events leading up to Oakley's disappearance, discuss the other charges her parents face, and discuss some theories on what we believe could've happened to Oakley.  TW: child abuse, drug abuse, child neglect, medical abuse Correction: I mistakenly said Andrew Carlson was sent to prison, he was sent to jail.  Sources:  KING5 - Oakley Carlson missing: Timeline of events: The search for 5-year-old Oakley Carlson The Chronicle - Parents of Missing Oakville Girl Plead Not Guilty to Allegations They Neglected to Give Medication to Another of Their Children Lawandcrime.com - Father of Missing Washington Girl Oakley Carlson Pleads Guilty to Exposing Children to Methamphetamine Charlie Project - Oakley Lynn Carlson
May 29, 202221:31
Bad Eggs: The Accidental Poisoning at the Oregon State Hospital

Bad Eggs: The Accidental Poisoning at the Oregon State Hospital

Today we're telling you about the history of the Oregon State Hospital, including some of the questionable & cruel "treatments" used on patients, discuss what could get you admitted to the hospital, and tell the tale of an accidental mass poisoning that killed 47 people and severely injured 200. Ft. "excessive living", why round eggs are better than square eggs, and living mas TW: child & elder abuse, eugenics, forced sterilization, mental health  Sources:  Wikipedia - The Oregon State Hospital Statesman Journal - How one incident caused 47 patients to die at the Oregon State Hospital New York Times - Unsuspecting Poisoner of 47 At a Hospital in 1942 Is Dead That Oregon Life - This Oregon Insane Asylum Mix-Up Left 47 Patients Dead
May 14, 202222:25
Phoenix Jones & The Rain City Superhero Movement

Phoenix Jones & The Rain City Superhero Movement

In the 2010's Superheros began roaming the streets of Seattle, helping people out, posing for pictures, and breaking up bar fights. Soon, the police had a list of more than 10 working superheros that made up The Rain City Superhero Movement. We get into how the movement started, discuss some of the altercations they were involved in, and tell you the tale of Phoenix Jones, which may just prove that you either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain. 

Sources:

Wikipedia - Phoenix Jones

Wikipedia - Rain City Superhero Movement

KOMO News - Real-life superhero 'Phoenix Jones' in super trouble, facing drug charges




May 07, 202220:05
The Tragic Death of Nabila Maazouz
Apr 16, 202211:06
2001 Nisqually Earthquake

2001 Nisqually Earthquake

On February 28th 2001, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the lower Puget Sound area, near Olympia. Trista shares her own story of experiencing the earthquake as a first grader in the lunchroom, we cover the type of earthquake it was, the damage caused by it, and how things have changed since then.  Ft. an Ember Goods shout-out, the worst Stevie Nicks impersonation you have ever heard, and being misquoted in the newspaper as a kid 


Sources: 


Wikipedia - 2001 Nisqually Earthquake

Wikipedia - Intraplate Earthquake

Wikipedia - 1700 Cascadia Earthquake

KIRO7 - Nisqually Earthquake: 20 Years Later


Mar 27, 202217:08
Olympia Oddities Podcast: Sideshow Ep. 3: A Puka Shell Choker 5 Layers Deep

Olympia Oddities Podcast: Sideshow Ep. 3: A Puka Shell Choker 5 Layers Deep

In this episode of Sideshow we cover some hilarious local crime blurbs, discuss super Extra extra's in Disney Channel Original Movies, give some TV recommendations, have an intervention for Trista's obsession with You, and more!
Mar 11, 202230:18
The Disappearance of Joshua Korvin

The Disappearance of Joshua Korvin

On March 3rd, 2004 pro-snowboarder Joshua Korvin disappeared on the same day a small accidental fire was discovered at his Mount Vernon, Washington home. We cover the bizarre circumstances around his disappearance, whether the fire had anything to do with his disappearance, his involvement in bringing snowboarding to Washington's youth, and our own theories on the case.

Sources:
Charley Project - Joshua Korvin
King5 News - New clues sought in case of missing pro snowboarder
Boardistan, snowboarding forum thread - Washington Snowboarder Missing For 7 Years
The article about the crash I was unsure if related to the case or not:
The Seattle Times - Anacortes Woman, 19, dies in head on crash
Mar 05, 202209:34
The Witch's Curse on Lafayette, Oregon: The Murder of David Corker

The Witch's Curse on Lafayette, Oregon: The Murder of David Corker

Urban Legend says that back in the day, a witch put a curse on the town of Lafayette, Oregon. The witch cursed the city to burn in fire 3 times over, and to never prosper. We dig into the origins of the legend, share the story of the real life murder that inspired the legend, discuss the botched public execution fate of the murderer, and examine the evidence into whether or not the town is really suffering from a witches curse.
Ft. Trista's presidential platform, a teaser for an upcoming episode topic, and the musical stylings of Rick James

Sources:
Only In Your State - The Lafayette Pioneer Cemetery is one of Oregon’s Spookiest Cemeteries
Green Lettuce Blog - Lafayette Oregon Urban Legends

Feb 26, 202214:59
Lady of the Lake: The Murder of Hallie Illingworth

Lady of the Lake: The Murder of Hallie Illingworth

Today we tell you the mystery of the Lady of the Lake. On a summer morning in 1940, two brothers discovered a woman's remains floating on the surface of Lake Crescent in Washington. Even stranger, the woman's remains had a bizarre, soap like consistency. Listen to find out who the Lady of the Lake was in life and how she died, how investigators were able to determine the identity of the remains, the subsequent murder trial, and the bizarre decomposition process known as saponification.

Ft. foot pudd, Monty being a cat name, and the worst outro we have ever recorded


Sources: 

Historylink.org - Lady of the Lake

Morbidology - Lady of the Lake: Hallie Illingworth





Feb 20, 202215:57
The Disappearance of Misty Copsey

The Disappearance of Misty Copsey

Today we tell you about the mysterious disappearance of Misty Copsey, a 14 year old girl who disappeared after a fun day spent with a friend at the Puyallup Fair. We discuss some of the possible suspects, a possible connection to some other murders in the area, how botched the investigation into Misty's disappearance was, new methods investigators are using to try to get information about Misty's disappearance, and try to figure out why her friend was later caught in a lie by the cops. ft. escape goats


Sources:

The Charley Project - Misty Donna Copsey

The Doe Network - Case File 688DFWA Misty Donna Copsey

Bustle - A Missing Teen is Tweeting 25 years after her disappearance



Feb 05, 202226:16
Tyrom Thies & The Triple Murders at Leather's Oil Co.

Tyrom Thies & The Triple Murders at Leather's Oil Co.

Today we tell you about a chilling day in January 1994, when customers at Leather's Oil Co. entered the Gresham, Oregon store to find it eerily empty. When they discovered 3 dead employees in the storage garage, police were called and kicked off an investigation into who could've committed one of the most brutal and notorious crimes in PNW history. However, just when police were on to their suspect, he got wind of it and fled. We cover the crime scene, Thies's background and past red flags, and speculate on his whereabouts now.

Sources:
Wikipedia - Leathers Oil Company Murders
KOIN - Cold Case: Gresham’s most gruesome murder
Albany Democrat Herald - Tyrom Walter Thies
America's Most Wanted - An All-American Murder in Oregon
The World - Driver's Sentence is 10 Years
FBI Wanted Flyer - May 24th, 1994

Jan 19, 202212:29
Fresno Nightcrawlers

Fresno Nightcrawlers

In today's episode we tell you all about one of my favorite cryptids, the Fresno Nightcrawlers, and a few other sightings of similar creatures around the country. In 2007, a man was woken up by his dogs and security system going off. When he checked his security camera footage, he didn't find a burglar like he expected, but instead multiple tiny white creatures that resembled walking pajama pants. We cover some sightings, and get into the theories behind what these creatures are and where they could've come from. 


ft. Jimmy Neutron, Office Space references, and throwin' lil shorty in a leglock


Sources:


Cryptidwiki - Fresno Nightcrawlers, Medford Shmoos

Ranker - Fresno Nightcrawlers are Terrorizing the Dark, and They’re Spreading Far From California

Astonishing Legends - Fresno Nightcrawlers



Jan 08, 202225:25
Sideshow Ep. 2: I was Icarus in that moment, and the Play Place ceiling was my sun

Sideshow Ep. 2: I was Icarus in that moment, and the Play Place ceiling was my sun

On this episode of Sideshow we kick things off with some ridiculous local true crime stories and headlines that stood out to us the past few weeks, then discuss Joe Bonamassa's insane merch store, celebrity connection stories, our best stories of losing teeth, and talk about some bizarre childhood snacks.
Dec 29, 202148:34
The Disappearance of Mary Johnson

The Disappearance of Mary Johnson

Mary Johnson was dropped off by her estranged husband at a friend's house on November 25th 2020. She was last seen walking down the road to meet a friend who was supposed to pick her up from a nearby church and drop her off at another friend's house. Mary never arrived at the church, and she wasn't reported as missing until 2 weeks after her disappearance. We cover the details of her appearance, some possible suspects, and discuss some of the issues surrounding cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Sources: FBI - Mary Johnson (Davis), USA Today - An indigenous woman disappeared in November. The FBI is offering $10,000 for information, sept. 22, 2021, CNN - Mary Johnson, an Indigenous woman, went missing nearly a year ago. While the FBI recently offered a reward, activists say that’s not enough, Investigation Discovery - Family Seeks Answers In Case Of Missing Indigenous Washington Woman, CBS News -"It's like she just vanished": Family of missing Indigenous woman seeking new information in months-old case
Dec 27, 202124:36