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The Grim Curriculum

Dina Valentine and Charlotte Smelt

Welcome to The Grim Curriculum, a Canada based podcast, with hosts Charlotte and Dina. Join us as we chat about True Crime, Cryptids, Historic Events, and a whole lot more. If it’s macabre and nightmarish, we want to discuss it. Join us every Saturday for a new episode. Be sure to listen with the lights off.

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31:28

Episode 90: Roch Thériault and The Ant Hill Kids -...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2024/01/06

The last time we saw Roch Theriault and the Ant Hill Kids, things were starting to go downhill, and quick. Even after Roch was hospitalized he did not lose his power over his followers, in fact he was able to produce a pretty positive public image for a short while.Roch and other group members were eventually incarcerated and their compound was complete razed by authorities but even this did not slow down the madness and horror. He had them all in his grip and was not letting go.Have a case you'd

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19:37

Episode 89: Grim Christmas Traditions

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/12/23

Since it's Christmas Eve-Eve (December 23rd) we thought it would be appropriate to share with you some Christmas Traditions and Games of the past. From Victorian Parlor games to Folklore and ancient traditions, humanity has always had different ways of celebrating the winter solstice, some of them with Grim Twists.Merry Christmas to all who celebrate and a very happy New Year from The Grim Curriculum!Have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a personal Grim Encounter you'd like us to

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39:41

Extra Credit - Episode 20: Ruby Franke Update, ...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/12/20

We have for you today a quick update on Contender for worst mother of the year, Ruby Franke. Then we have a couple of pretty sad stories but worry not we pull it back around with some cannabis loving sheep and a pretty gnarly unusual death segment.Check out ⁠https://www.zoesanimalrescue.org/⁠ to help the animals!Have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a personal Grim Encounter you'd like us to share?Email us at ⁠thegrimcurriculum@gmail.com⁠Support us by checking out our TGC Merch, Patreon

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86:46

Episode 88: The Grim Curriculum Live Show at Felice Cafe

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/12/16

Well the day we've been talking about for months finally arrived. Our very first live show. We tell the tale of American Mafia Legend, Bugsy Siegel and have an array of Extra Credit topics including crop circles, a very creepy cryptid, a lesson in slang words and a very unusual, historical death case.Apologies for the audio quality. We will do better next time!Big thanks to Felice Café for having us!https://www.felicecafe.ca/Check out https://www.zoesanimalrescue.org/ to help the animals!Have a case

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31:57

Hackers For a Strange Cause, The 1982 Alpine Meadows...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/12/06

Today we bring you a welcome update to the Luis Garavito case that we covered long ago on The Grim Curriculum. Dina brings us the sad and devastating story of the 1982 Alpine Meadows avalanche that happened 40 years ago in California. An Australian woman has been charged with murder and attempted murder after a meal she served was laced with deadly mushrooms. And our strange and unusual death this week is as unexpected as it is odd.LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live episode of

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34:53

Episode 87: Roch Thériault and The Ant Hill Kids -...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/12/02

Today we are picking up right where we left off with Roch Theriault. His escalating violent behavior has only just gotten started.In this epsiode we’re going to find out all about his followers, The Ant Hill Kids.This is a story of manipulation, murder, and a whole lot of marriages.LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum at Felice Cafe, here in Edmonton.Tickets available on

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43:48

Extra Credit - Episode 18: Arachnid Claw Machines, 30...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/11/22

A health update from Dina on our favourite fan and Rainbow Lorikeet, Mango and then some interesting but creepy science stories, a town in Alaska that is now living in complete darkness for a month and a doctor that was so obsessed with tattoos, he made it his life's work to preserve them.LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum at Felice Cafe, here in Edmonton.Tickets available on

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31:53

Episode 86: Roch Thériault and The Ant Hill Kids -...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/11/18

Today, we are starting our series on Roch Theriault and the Ant Hill Kids.Roch was a self proclaimed surgeon, father of many, torturer, murderer, and cult leader.This French Canadian who claimed he was raised by a bear is responsible for the deaths of multiple people including an infant.This is by far one of the most disturbing cults in modern history. There’s not a whole lot of terrible things out there that this guy didn’t do.LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live episode of The

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30:55

Extra Credit: Volcano Eruption Updates, Rampaging...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/11/15

We've got volcano and earthquake news from some of Earth's usual suspects and more. A robot from South Korea made a deadly mistake and would you "Hold your wee for a Wii?" Even if it meant risking your life?LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum at Felice Cafe, here in Edmonton.Tickets available on Eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/felice-noir-the-grim-curriculum-live-podcast-tickets-728921161817Have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or

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29:45

Episode 85: The Adventures of Elmer McCurdy & His Corpse

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/11/11

If this story is new to you, you probably have a lot of questions already. One being: who the hell was Elmer McCurdy.The next question will undoubtedly be: How does one end up with their body on display at a funhouse 6 decades later without anyone knowing?Today, we’re going to answer both of those questions and more. This story is going to take us down some wild twists and turns and it starts in one of our favourite places ever, The Wild West.LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live

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31:34

Episode 84: Belle Gunness - Part 4

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/11/04

In our final episode of our series covering Belle Gunness, we are going to be covering what was found at the Gunness farm as well as the fate of Ray Lamphere.We’re also going to try to answer the age-old question: what the hell actually happened to Belle Gunness?Seriously, what happened to her head?LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9THWe will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum at Felice Cafe, here in Edmonton.Tickets available on EventbriteHave a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a

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28:35

Sydney Powell Sentenced, Campi Flegrei Eruption & Our...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/11/01

We've got some more current events for you including the sentencing of Sydney Powell, whose crime was so vicious and senseless that it will leave you reeling and a more light hearted yet strange cryptid creature from the hemlock forests of northern Pennsylvania. Campi Flegrei, an Italian volcano threatens to erupt at any moment and it's bound to leave devastation if/when it does. LIVE SHOW SATURDAY DECEMBER 9TH We will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum at Felice Cafe, here in

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30:40

Episode 83: Belle Gunness - Part 3

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/10/28

Welcome to Part 3 of our Belle Gunness series.We have watched Belle go through victim after victim with zero remorse or really any consequences. Up until this point, she has only benefited from the death and destruction that has followed her throughout her life. That all changes in this episode.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS!We will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum on December 9th, 2023, at Felice Cafe, Edmonton.Tickets available on EventbriteDonate to Extra Life and Support our local

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32:20

Episode 82: Belle Gunness - Part 2

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/10/21

Last week we introduced you all to the woman who would ultimately become known as Belle Gunness. There is no doubt that death and destruction certainly followed her everywhere she went. In a way that always ends up being convenient for Belle.Up until now, all of her victims have been people who she was close to. In Part two of this series we are going to follow Belle Gunness as she lured multiple men to her home with the promise of a beautiful and wealthy life. WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS!We will be

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40:30

Extra Credit - Episode 15: Bigfoot Sighting, Jacked...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/10/18

I mean doesn't this episode's title say it all? Yes! Another Bigfoot sighting and from the window of a moving train no less. Roos on 'roids apparently have an ongoing beef with dogs and their owners. And a young man's AI girlfriend encouraged violence on a very famous individual. As well as a Grim history/geography lesson on one of the UKs deadliest waterways and a strange and unusual death that will have you scratching your head.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS!We will be hosting a live episode of The Grim

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31:26

Episode 81: Belle Gunness - Part 1

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/10/14

Today we begin the story of Brynhild Paulsdatter StØrset, better known as:Belle Gunness. She was a Norwegian born woman who immigrated to America in the late 1800s in search of the one thing she loved most in the world: money.After the very suspicious deaths of more than one husband, she began taking up ads in Norwegian Newspapers that drew male victims looking for love right to her door.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS!We will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum on December 9th 2023 at Felice

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20:31

Episode 80: Grim Encounters #4

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/10/07

Today we are bringing you three stories from our very own listeners. Go make a hot chocolate and sit down with a warm blanket because this are about to get a little eerie.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS! We will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum on December 9th 2023 at Felice Cafe, Edmonton. Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/felice-noir-the-grim-curriculum-live-podcast-tickets-728921161817?aff=ebdssbdestsearch Have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a listener tale of your

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39:09

Extra Credit - Episode 14: Taylor Schabusiness...

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/10/04

We have some current true crime news to share with you in today's episode; Taylor Schabusiness Sentenced and Gypsy Rose Blanchard to be released from prison on parole in December. We have a quick history lesson and then down to Florida to tell the story of not "Florida Man" or "Florida Woman" but Florida Otter.Also a 2 for 1 deal on Unusual Grizzly Deaths.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS!we will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum on December 9th 2023 at Felice Cafe, Edmonton.Tickets

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28:45

Episode 79: The Byford Dolphin Accident

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/09/30

On November 5th, 1983, four saturation divers and one crew member were killed in a gruesome accident aboard a Norwegian-operated oil rig called the Byford Dolphin.What should have been a routine procedure turned into an absolute nightmare in an instant, when the diving bell detached and caused a rapid change in pressure known as explosive decompression.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS! More details to come but we will be hosting a live episode of The Grim Curriculum on December 9th 2023 at Felice Cafe,

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25:53

Episode 78: Jeepers Creepers! It's Dennis DePue

The Grim Curriculum ·

2023/09/23

This true crime case was the (unofficial) inspiration for the opening scene of 2001 film, Jeepers Creepers. Once you learn a little more about the events witnessed by couple Ray and Marie Thornton on Easter Sunday of 1990 in Cold Water, Michigan, it's not hard to see why it inspired a scene from a gruesome horror movie. They didn't know it at the time but they had witnessed the aftermath of the violent murder of Marilynn DePue by her ex-husband Dennis DePue.WE HAVE LIVE SHOW NEWS!More details to

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