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PODCAST

Killers, Cults and Queens

Nikki Druce & Cheryl The Queen

Cheryl and Nikki Druce are on a whistle stop tour of the weirdest corners of the universe. They’ll be stopping to learn about the craziest true crime cases in history, spooky paranormal activities, truly bonkers internet mythology, very convincing cults and much much more. So don"t be a killer or join a cult... just be a Queen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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33:07

The Spooky Sleepover: True Crime Caitlyn Meets...

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/12/05

In this week’s bonus episode, we welcome TikTok’s true crime sensation, Caitlyn! She spills on her journey to nearly 500k followers, shares her Nana’s eerie connection to Mary Bell, and dives into the wild world of true crime—from Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s controversial case to the confounding cases of missing persons like Brandon Swanson. Plus, rabbit holes galore: steroid-pumped ferrets masquerading as poodles, spicy Facebook community beefs, and a mystery man’s daring dating ad. Don’t miss this mix

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58:39

The unbelievable true tale of Gypsy Rose and Dee Dee...

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2024/12/02

Alexa, play I'm That Girl by Beyonce! Ever wondered how Gypsy Rose Blanchard fooled an entire state? 🤔 Nikki and Cheryl are back, diving into one of the most mind-boggling true crime stories of our time. 🕵️‍♀️ From medical fraud to a twisted mother-daughter bond, they uncover the unbelievable details that had doctors performing surgeries on a perfectly healthy child. 😱 What happened next? And where is Gypsy now? Tune in to find out – this is one episode you won’t want to miss! 🎧This episode is

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28:27

The Mystery of the Green Children of Woolpit

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2024/11/28

In this bonus episode, Nikki and Cheryl bring their festive spirits, talk about new glasses, and share Nikki's exciting new accessory. They also share a story about the mysterious Green Children of Woolpit, a legend that leaves more and more questions unanswered as time goes on. Who were these kids? Or maybe they are still there? Is there a rational explaination? And Chez is in panto"Oh no shes not" Oh YES SHE IS! Listen to find out what dates to go - and you might get to see the Queens there

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53:21

The true story of England's darkest hour: The Pendle...

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2024/11/25

🧙‍♀️ Witches, Trials, and Secrets: The Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 🔮Double, double toil and trouble! 🔥 Witches aren’t just for Halloween—they’re for life! This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are taking us back to 1612 to investigate the infamous Pendle Witch Trials. How did a common woman allegedly strike down a man with witchcraft? 🧙‍♀️ Why was King James I so obsessed with witches (and Catholics)? And can we really trust the testimonies of children?Get ready to uncover the

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28:34

The Spooky Sleepover: Ghost Stories & Hauntings with...

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2024/11/21

Get ready for a ghoulishly good time! Cheryl dishes all the behind-the-scenes gossip from the Wicked London premiere—green carpet glam, star-studded moments, and why this might just be the best movie ever made. 🌟Then, things get spine-chilling as Nikki and Cheryl team up with Hannah and Suzie from Ghost Huns to swap ghost stories and uncover eerie tales. From creepy hauntings and bleeding tombstones to a chilling appearance by Lady Gaga’s fave, Marina Abramović, this episode will have you sleeping

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56:51

The sinister secrets of Ed Gein, the Butcher of...

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2024/11/18

🔪 Unveiling Ed Gein: The Butcher of Plainfield & His Chilling Legacy 🩸We hope you've not had a big breakfast because this episode is NOT for the squeamish or faint of heart. This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are turning back the clock to 1957 Plainfield, Wisconsin to meet the infamous Butcher of Plainfield—Ed Gein. 😱 Discover how this seemingly unassuming man’s gruesome crimes inspired iconic films like Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.They’ll

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30:37

The Spooky Sleepover: Exploring Paranormal Stories...

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2024/11/14

This week on The Spooky Sleepover, hosts Nikki and Chez welcome special guests Kit and Rory from the hit podcast This Paranormal Life. Join them as they unravel mysteries behind the legendary Somerton Man case, dive deep into the world of underwater UFOs (USOs), and uncover secrets about the real lost city of Akator. Listen for spine-chilling stories and fascinating paranormal theories with two of the most iconic voices in supernatural podcasting!Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to

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01:00:24

The Somerton Man Mystery: Unraveling Australia's...

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2024/11/11

🕵️‍♀️ Unraveling the Mystery of the Somerton Man: Who Was He? 🕵️‍♂️Hello, Nikki and Cheryl's Detective Agency speaking, how can we direct your call today? This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl channel their inner detectives—donning their brat green uniforms—as they dive into one of the most baffling cold cases in history: the mysterious death of the Somerton Man. What really happened that fateful morning on Somerton Beach? 🤔 Why did investigators hire a taxidermist? And what’s

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26:36

The Spooky Sleepover: Ariana Grande, Trump’s QAnon,...

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2024/11/07

It's Spooky Sleepover time! Join Nikki and Cheryl this week as they venture down the garden path straight into new and shocking rabbit holes. Find out if Ariana Grande 👸🏼 was spotted with Ethan Slater in Luton whilst filming Wicked, understand the real impact of Trump's QAnon 🇺🇸, and prepare to be utterly disgusted by the lobotomy craze of the 1950s... anyone call for the lobotomobile?! Brace yourself for the strange, the spooky, and the downright disturbing!Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit

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54:49

The Bizarre World of 'Queen' Romana Didulo and her...

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2024/11/04

👑 The Queen of Canada… or Alien Leader? Exploring Romana Didulo & QAnon 👽Princess, look out the window... and welcome to CANADA! Just in time for Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump we're going on a QAnon journey. This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Cheryl takes us deep into the wildest conspiracy theory yet: the bizarre world of Romana Didulo—the self-proclaimed Queen of Canada (and the world!). 👑 Is she really an alien queen sent to heal the needy in her mysterious med beds? Or just another

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20:08

The Spooky Sleepover: Left shark, the Becky Jones...

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2024/10/31

🎃 Happy Halloween, Divas! 🎃 It’s Nikki’s absolute favourite holiday (yes, she’s putting it over Christmas!), and we’re serving up a spooky special with none other than Cheryl Hole’s fabulous Drag Race sister, Kitty Scott-Claus! In this hair-raising episode of The Spooky Sleepover, the gals dive into the mysteries of the London Underground's haunted Northern Line and explore the secrets behind Kitty's deepest rabbit holes. 🔮 Is Vivaldi making a comeback from beyond the grave? Did TikTok sensation

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54:05

The haunted secrets of London: Spooky Halloween special!

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2024/10/28

🎃 Happy Halloween: Spooky Tales from London’s Dark History 👻Happy Spooky Szn, Queens—it’s Halloween! 🎃 This week, Nikki is taking us on a spine-chilling journey through some of the scariest stories in London's history. Get ready to hop on the tube as we explore a secret hermetic society, uncover the terrifying haunting of Bethnal Green, and discover that even animals have ghosts! 👀🐾It’s getting ooky spooky in here, so strap in for a thrilling ride through London’s haunted past. Tune in to this

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25:33

The Spooky Sleepover: Nuclear Bombs, Popworld...

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/10/24

It’s Spooky Sleepover time, divas! This week, we’re spilling all the tea from Cheryl’s Birthday before Nikki and Cheryl explore their Rabbit Holes of the Week. Nikki dives into how nuclear bomb testing from WW2 still impacts us today (spoiler alert: we're basically all radioactive), while Cheryl asks: What happened to club photographers? Plus, discover the hidden Sims 4 cult you never knew existed!Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in

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01:02:32

The twisted world of Russ McKamey and McKamey Manor

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/10/21

🎃 Spooky Szn Special: Inside the Horrors of McKamey Manor 👻As we ramp up to Halloween, Nikki reveals her latest obsession—her own Roman Empire—the terrifying world of Russ McKamey and his infamous McKamey Manor. This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl explore the shocking reality behind this extreme haunted house experience and ask the burning question: Does McKamey Manor even exist?They dive deep into Russ’ obsession with waterboarding and the twisted challenges that make McKamey

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27:08

The Spooky Sleepover: Money Laundering, Roman Empires...

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2024/10/17

Got your jammies ready? Perhaps a cup of hot choc? Or.... a Costa Coffee? It's time for The Spooky Sleepover! This Nikki and Cheryl dive into all things pop culture and mystery. First up, Cheryl shares her hot take on Lady Gaga’s role in the much-anticipated but panned blockbuster sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux (justice for Gaga! 🎭). Then, the duo unearths the truth behind money laundering in American sweet shops on Oxford Street, searches for the origins of the miracle drug Silphium, and tries to

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21:56

The Spooky Sleepover: Nikki's Shock Engagement...

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/10/17

🎉 Bonus Episode Alert: The Spooky Sleepover! 🎉Join Nikki and Cheryl for a special bonus episode of the Spooky Sleepover, where they have a massive catch-up! It’s been a while, right? In this episode, Nikki drops a bombshell as she reveals her surprise engagement 💍, and Cheryl finally shares the truth about why she left the Hole after her time on Masterchef. Plus, we’re answering listener questions! Tune in for all the juicy details.Don’t miss this exciting episode of the Spooky Sleepover

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57:17

The chilling secrets of The Cecil Hotel and the...

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/10/14

🏨 Inside the Infamous Cecil Hotel: Deaths, Curses, and Elisa Lam 🔍TWO episodes in the same week?! You lucky beans! This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are switching things up as Cheryl takes the lead. Together, they’re packing their bags and heading to the most sinister hotel the world has ever known (aside from the Castle... you know what we mean), The Cecil Hotel in downtown LA.How has one hotel amassed a staggering average of 8 deaths per year? Is the Cecil Hotel truly

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01:03:36

The dark rise of Jim Jones and the road to Jonestown

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/10/14

🌍 The People's Temple: A Journey into the Jonestown Massacre 💔Nikki Druce and Cheryl are BACK, and they’re back with a bang! This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Chez are traveling to Guyana to delve into one of the worst cults in history: The People’s Temple.How did a preacher from humble beginnings manage to convince hundreds of individuals from around the world to leave their lives behind for the now-infamous Jonestown? What events led to the horrific mass suicide of nearly 1,000

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01:39

Coming soon... Killers, Cults and Queens SEASON 2!

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2024/10/07

WE'RE BACK DIVAS! We know, we know, it's been forever and a day... but how could we leave you hanging any longer? Nikki and Cheryl are officially back in action and ready to take you on a journey to the spookiest, scariest and downright weirdest corners of the world. From maniacal cult leaders (Jim Jones we're looking at you), stone cold killers, to absolute QUEEN behaviour, the girls are back and ready to roll. Listen to the first TWO episodes on the 14th of October, with new episodes every Monday

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48:51

17: Christmas Special, the bizarre case of the Love...

Killers, Cults and Queens ·

2022/12/22

Ho ho ho! Christmas has come early thanks to Cheryl Hole and Nikki Druce. High on the spirit of crimbo, they present an unreleased episode from season one… the pilot! So get in, we’re heading back 7 months to learn about the crazy Love Has Won cult. A tale of mother and father gods, colloidal silver and glitter covered desiccated corpses… what could be more festive than that… But who was mother god, and how did a potentially well intentioned community turn into a police raid that went viral? Cheryl

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