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The Ghosty Girls

Christina & Alicia

Just two blonde besties who love the paranormal, true crime, and all things weird, creepy and strange!

true crime documentary

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51:54

The Demon House of Gary, Indiana

The Ghosty Girls ·

2025/02/04

Today we are going to talk about a property that is allegedly VERY haunted. So haunted, in fact, that it was called “the next Amytiville” by none other than the king of ghost bro culture himself, Zak Bagans, who actually purchased the property in 2014 in order to figure out what was going on at this so-called "portal to hell". What happened at the now demolished home that was the inspiration for 2024's Netflix film, The Deliverance? Let's deep dive and find out! Today's Sources Include: Zak B...

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41:01

The Millionaire Murderer and the Horrific Death of...

The Ghosty Girls ·

2025/01/28

On the morning of August 15, 2019, a suitcase was discovered in a Buena Park dumpster in California. In the suitcase was the body of a nude, strangled and dismembered female. Upon further investigation, the fingers of the corpse had been cut off and the teeth were all pulled out of the mouth, in an apparent attempt to cover up the identity of the body. Who was the woman in the suitcase, and what were her connections to the reality tv world? Find out today as we discuss the horrific murder of ...

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The Dyatlov Pass Incident

The Ghosty Girls ·

2025/01/21

On January 23, 1959, a group of ten set off on their hike through the Ural Mountains of Russia, lead by Igor Dyatlov. A month later, they would all be found dead, some viciously crushed and even missing eyes and tongues. What happened to this group of hikers? Was it a freak accident, or something much more sinister?Todays Sources Include:https://dyatlovpass.comhttps://www.jhmoncrieff.com/d-is-for-the-dyatlov-pass-incident/The Dyatlov Pass Incident: Why the Hiker Deaths Remain a Mystery - Beck...

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57:34

Heaven's Gate

The Ghosty Girls ·

2025/01/14

On March 26, 1997, 39 people, all wearing matching dark clothing and Nike sneakers, were found dead in a large mansion in San Diego, California. What caused these people to take their own lives, and what do aliens and the Hale-Bopp comet have to do with it? Find out today as we deep dive into the cult created by Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles.Todays Sources Include:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heaven%27s_Gate_(religious_group)The Dark Story Behind A UFO "Religious" Group - Heavens Ga...

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47:31

Taylor Schabusiness

The Ghosty Girls ·

2025/01/07

Let's start off the New Year by handling a little "schabusiness", shall we? Today we talk about the woman nicknamed "Lady Dahmer" and the horrific murder and dismemberment of her friend, Shad Thyrion. This one is pretty gnarly, so make sure you have a strong stomach for this one!Today's Sources Include:Taylor Schabusiness decapitated Shad Thyrion then bragged to police - Andrea Blancohttps://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/taylor-schabusiness-shad-thyrion-trial-b2464272.html...

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51:59

Life With Grandpa and The Family International

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/12/31

Well, we have finally made it to our very first cult episode! Join us today as we dive into the crazy and disgusting mind of David "Grandpa" Berg, and his infamous sex cult: The Family International. We will also break down his sick and twisted television production, "Life With Grandpa", a demented puppet show created specifically for the grooming of children into his cult. Sources: Smartschoolboy9 doc creator exposed “perverted” kids TV show created by a cult - Daisy Phillipsonhttps://www.de...

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40:25

The Covina Christmas Eve Massacre

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2024/12/24

On the evening of December 24, 2008, Christmas Eve, in Los Angeles, California, members of the Ortega family were enjoying their annual Christmas Eve party. As the party was winding down for the night, there was a knock on the door from a man dressed in a Santa Claus outfit, who viciously gunned down partygoers before burning down the home with a makeshift flamethrower. The man dressed as Santa would later be identified as 45 year old Bruce Jeffrey Pardo. What led Bruce to commit such a horri...

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31:00

Merry Krampus!

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/12/17

We are in The Christmas "spirit" today, ghouls! In our first of two Christmas podcast specials, Alicia presents the creepy tales of The Yule Cat, The Thirteen Yule Lads of Iceland, the bizarre origins of the Christmas tree, and everyone's favorite: KRAMPUS! You don't want to miss this fun holiday spooky extravaganza!Today's Sources Include:"A Very Krampus Christmas: The Dark Spirits of Christmas Past" - Bailey Sarianhttps://youtu.be/Wza92kM_t3w?si=eXhyjuNcvaz4cMboYule Cathttps://en.m.wikipedi...

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42:40

The Unsolved Murder of Missy Bevers

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/12/10

On the morning of Monday April 18, 2016 at 5:00 am, a member of Camp Gladiator showed up for the scheduled fitness class at The Creekside Church of Christ in Midlothian, Texas. They were expecting to participate in an intense workout provided by their instructor, Terry Leann (Missy) Bevers. Instead of finding their instructor, ready and pumped up with a smile on her face, they instead found the body of the 45 year old wife and mother of three laying in a huge pool of blood with broken glass s...

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40:19

The Mandela Effect

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/12/03

Guys, things have been SUPER heavy lately so we wanted to lighten the mood today and talk about something fun as opposed to the usual violent murder.From The Berenstain Bears, to the Fruit of the Loom Cornucopia, to that nonexistent 90's movie where Sinbad apparently did NOT play a genie, join us to talk about the fascinating phenomenon known as "The Mandela Effect".Today's sources include:Examples and Explanation of The Mandela Effect - Jamie Eske https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/ma...

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42:21

Paul Michael Merhige and The Thanksgiving Day Massacre

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2024/11/26

On Thanksgiving Day in 2009, Paul Michael Merhige opened fire on his family after their joyful Thanksgiving celebration and dinner, killing 4 people - including his pregnant sister and the six year old daughter of his cousin. What brought him to this heinous act? Let's deep dive into the horrific murders that occurred in Jupiter, Florida on November 26, 2009 - now infamously known as "The Thanksgiving Day Massacre".Today's sources include:An unusual suspect: Merhige was likable honors student...

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51:21

Alien Stories

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/11/19

Love alien stories? So do we! Join The Ghosty Girls as we chat about some alien abduction stories, and share some creepy tales from our own experiences. You do NOT want to miss this fun episode, Earthlings!Today's Sources Include:The Manhattan Alien Abduction - NetflixLinda Napolitano: The Alien Abduction Case of the Century - YouTubeHow Betty and Barney Hill's Alien Abduction Story Defined the Genre - Linda Lacinahttps://www.history.com/news/first-alien-abduction-account-barney-betty-hillA H...

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33:06

The Murder of Lindsey Bonistall

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/11/12

On Sunday, May 1st, 2005 around 2:45 am, Aetna Hose and Ladder firefighters responded to calls reporting smoke at 81 Thorn Lane, located at The Towne Court Apartments in Newark, Delaware. There, they found the bound and strangled body of University of Delaware college student, Lindsey Bonistall in a bathtub.Join us to discuss Lindsey's tragic and senseless murder as well as the aftermath of the monster who murdered her.Today's sources include:Murderpedia: James Cookehttps://murderpedia.org/ma...

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57:26

The Menendez Brothers

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/11/05

On the night of Sunday, August 20, 1989, Jose Menendez, a powerful music executive and his wife Kitty were found shot to death in their Beverly Hills mansion. Their two sons, Lyle and Erik, were ultimately convicted of their murders and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. But was this an act of cold blooded murder, or were the boys justified in their actions? Today we deep dive into the true story of the Menendez brothers to try to make sense of what REALLY happened...

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31:55

BONUS EPISODE - The Story of John Carpenter's Halloween

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/10/31

Happy Halloween, ghouls! Today we wanted to bring you a special bonus episode in honor of our most favorite day of the year - HALLOWEEN! What better way to celebrate than discussing one of (if not the most) TOTALLY iconic horror movie of all time - John Carpenter's Halloween!Today's sources include:Rogerebert.com - HalloweenThe Story Behind the Original Halloween - Jason Bailey https://www.vulture.com/2018/10/the-story-behind-the-original-halloween.html#Making Halloween (1978): The Film That ...

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BONUS EPISODE - Spirit Halloween

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/10/30

Ever wonder how Spirit Halloween came to be? Join us today in a special Halloween Week bonus episode to find out the history and cultural impact of the most popular Halloween costume store. Today's sources include:Spirit Halloween Wikihttps://spirit-halloween.fandom.com/wiki/Spirit_HalloweenSpooky Icon: How Spirit Halloween went from a costume store to a Halloween staple - James Powelhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/money/retail/2023/09/23/spirit-halloween-stores-are-everywhere/70828291007/The ...

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25:39

The Urban Legend of Poisoned Halloween Candy

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/10/29

Happy Halloween week, ghouls! Today, the girls are deep diving into the urban legend of poisoned Halloween candy to find out why our parents had to check our candy back in the 90s, and also chatting about mischief night shenanigans. You don't want to miss this fun episode!Today's sources include:Do Strangers Really Tamper with Halloween Candy? - Matt Bartosikhttps://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/do_strangers_really_tamper_with_halloween_candyCriminal Minds Wiki - Ronald Clark O’BryanThe True ...

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29:19

Erika and BJ Sifrit

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/10/22

Today we discuss one of the douchiest couples in American murder history, Erika and Benjamin "BJ" Sifrit. These guys are pretty much insufferable and the story is disturbing to say the least. Join us as we discuss their vile and senseless murders of Joshua Ford and Martha "Geney" Crutchley in Ocean City, Maryland in 2002.Today's sources include:Murderpedia.org - Erika Elaine Sifrit and Benjamin SifritSnapped: Killer Couples (S11 E2) - “Erika and BJ Sifrit”Oceancitytoday.com: “Ocean City marks...

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28:58

The Dover Chocolate Murders

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/10/15

Ever wonder if anyone has ever murdered by mail? Join us today to talk about the cunning and devious Cordelia Botkin, who murdered the wife of her lover in 1898 by sending her a beautiful box of poisoned chocolates. Today's sources include:Dover's infamous "Chocolate Candy Murders" brought back to life on anniversary - Jerry Smith for The News Journalhttps://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/2018/08/01/dovers-chocolate-candy-murders-brought-back-life-anniversary/862842002/Candy from a Strange...

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41:45

The Unsolved Murder of Susan Ledyard

The Ghosty Girls ·

2024/10/08

Guys, this case is going to confuse and anger you...it's a doozy.On Tuesday, July 23, 2019, a beautiful and charismatic teacher named Susan Ledyard left her home around 3 am for reasons unknown. Just four hours later, her body would be discovered floating in the Brandywine River in Wilmington, Delaware. Her killer has never been caught. For years, this case has baffled the public, and Susan's family deserves answers. Join us for a deep dive into the mystery of her death, as well as the suspic...

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