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Dawn of Mantis: True Crime, Mysteries and More

Dawn of Mantis Podcast

Join longtime friends Joe and Ivan on a comedic journey through the mysteries of true crime. Since 2002, Joe and Ivan have been crafting comedy bits and skits together, honing their unique style. With their producer and co-host, Sam, at the sound processing helm, the trio dives into the depths of true crime mysteries, as well as music, history, and various other topics, with a twist.Joe and Ivan"s comedic banter adds levity to even the darkest of subjects but always with a respectful approach. Their

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47:56

DOM Ep341 - The Legend of Sawney Bean, the Scottish...

Dawn of Mantis: True Crime, Mysteries and More ·

2025/08/15

In this episode, we discuss the horrific tale of Sawney Bean, who raised a family of cannibals who terrorized a section of Scotland's west coast for decades. Support the show

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50:58

DOM Ep340 - The Twisted Life and Tragic Murder of...

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2025/08/08

Barbara Daly Baekeland was a wealthy socialite with everything anyone could ever want. Or at least that's how it appeared from the outside. But in reality, her perfect marriage was a sham, she was suffering from mental health issues, and her son was a delusional psychopath who would eventually end her life. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purc...

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73:54

DOM Ep339 - The Life, Career and Murder of David...

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2025/08/01

In this episode we cover the life and tragic death of David "Stringbean" Akeman, an icon of both the Grand Ole Opry and classic television show Hee-Haw. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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58:30

DOM Ep338 - "Truth Is Stanger Than Friction" -...

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2025/07/18

In our first podcast about something other than Jim Jones in 3 1/2 months, we attempt to cleanse your and our palate with a light hearted episode about HOAs and some crazy stories involving them. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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59:59

DOM Ep337 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/07/11

This episode is the FINAL part of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple. We cover Leo Ryan's volatile visit to Jonestown, his attempts to help several defectors escape, and the terrible tragedy that ultimately resulted from Jim Jones' total inability to accept even one single rejection. Support the show

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50:47

DOM Ep336 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/07/04

In this 13th part of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple. We discuss Jim's continued legal battles, his attempts to repair Jonestown's damaged public image, and finally, the dreaded visit from California Congressman Leo Ryan. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

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64:56

DOM Ep335 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/06/27

In the 12th part of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple. We cover the continued downfall of Jim's empire, his out of control drug use, and the legal and media firestorm that would eventually lead to the event that caused the mass suicide and murder of everyone in Jonestown- the visit from California Congressman Leo Ryan. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links....

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60:17

DOM Ep334 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/06/20

In this 11th part of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple. We cover Jim's harsh reign over Jonestown, the difficult assimilation of the new wave of settlers, the custody battle with Grace Stoen, and the ever-growing group back in America calling for an investigation into Jim's alleged abuse and human rights violations. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate lin...

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57:14

DOM Revisited - Ruby Stapleton - An Interview With...

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2025/06/17

In episodes 309 through 311, we did a three part series on the unsolved murder of Ruby Stapleton. A huge part of the information in that series came from the book "The Washeteria Mystery: Who Killed Ruby?", written by Catherine Rathe. In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Catherine in person about Ruby's case. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you...

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51:56

DOM Ep333 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/06/13

In this tenth part of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple, we cover Jim’s seduction of San Francisco’s political elite, some major defections that severely impacted his mental state, and the damning magazine article that caused his early departure for Jonestown. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no ex...

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45:52

DOM Ep332 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/06/06

In part 9 of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple. We talk about Jim's continued sexual deviancy, the beginning of the construction of Jonestown, and Jim's earliest hints that he may some day expect the ultimate sacrifice from his followers. Support the show

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50:57

DOM Ep331 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/05/30

In part eight of our series on Jim Jones, we cover the retaliation of the recently defected "Gang of Eight", and the extreme paranoia it created in Jim, which resulted in harsh punishments for the remaining Temple members. We'll also cover Jim's decision to head to South America, and the Temples procurement of the patch of jungle that would soon become Jonestown. Support the show

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54:19

DOM Ep330 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/05/23

In part seven of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple, we cover the Temple’s most prosperous period, Jim Jones’ deteriorating mental state and the bizarre behaviors it manifested, the church’s expansion into LA and San Francisco, and the Temple’s first major defection, which drove Jim Jones mad. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I ...

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58:47

DOM Ep329 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/05/16

In part 6 of our series on Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple, we cover the Temple’s complicated assimilation into Ukiah, the eventual growth of the Temple, Jim’s spiraling mental state, growing paranoia and his decision to keep a mistress. Support the show

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80:21

DOM Ep328 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/05/09

In this episode, we cover Jim's increasing nuclear paranoia, his search for a new home for the Peoples Temple, and their move to California. Support the show

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64:02

DOM Ep327 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/05/02

In this episode, we introduce you to "Father Divine," the holy man who significantly influenced Jones. We'll also continue covering the expansion of Jim's own family as well as the Peoples Temple empire and discuss how the stress of it all nearly cause Jim to have a mental breakdown. Support the show

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66:54

DOM Ep326 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/04/25

In part three of our series, we cover Jim's departure from the Methodist church, his foray into evangelism and faith healing, his rise in influence in the city of Indianapolis, and the origins of the church that would eventually become the Peoples Temple. Support the show

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51:30

DOM Ep325 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple...of...

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2025/04/18

In this episode, we cover how Jim met Marceline Baldwin, the couple's move from Lynn to Richmond, the failed adoption of Ronnie Baldwin, and Jim's first preachin' gig. Oh, and there's an attack monkey in there somewhere, too. Support the show

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58:39

DOM Ep324 - Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple of Doom...

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2025/04/11

In our first ever episode from the brand new studio, we begin a series on the most infamous cult leader in American history- Jim Jones. In this episode, we cover the first seventeen years of Jim's life, from his birth in the Spring of 1931 to the Fall of 1947. Support the show

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71:23

DOM Ep323 - The Charles Starkweather Murder Spree...

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2025/03/21

In our second and final episode on the Charley Starkweather Murder Spree, we cover the latter part of Charley's reign of terror, as well as his and Caril's apprehension by police. We also discuss their trials, Charley's execution, and Caril's life after prison. Redbeard SoundRedBeard Sound specializes in live sound engineering, recording, music production & audio editing.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra co...

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