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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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44:09

Was Lizzie Borden a natural born killer?

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2025/06/30

This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl dig into one of the most notorious murder cases in American history... the brutal killings of Andrew and Abby Borden. They rewind the clock to explore the life of Lizzie Borden and ask the chilling question: was she a cold-blooded killer, or an innocent caught in a storm of suspicion?Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow

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26:59

The Spooky Sleepover: Did people eat human meat...

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2025/06/27

In this bonus episode of Killers, Cults and Queens, the team reunites to dive into the shocking twist ending of 28 Years Later, Cheryl's upcoming trip to Manila for Pride, and whether the heatwave chaos is worth the hype. Plus, uncover the bizarre true story of the Kentucky Meat Shower and explore the chilling legend of New Jersey’s Devil’s Tree.... would you survive it?Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us

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52:00

How did O.J. Simpson get away with murder?

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2025/06/26

Nikki and Cheryl return for part two of their in-depth investigation into the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. They explore why repeated pleas for help were ignored, how a person could evade justice in a high-profile case, and what the legal principle of double jeopardy really means. The episode also revisits the infamous moment that sparked the question: did the glove fit? This episode contains reference to and discussion of coercive control and domestic abuse, please take care

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47:47

What Really Happened in O.J. and Nicole Brown...

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2025/06/23

This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Cheryl and Nikki delve into one of the most infamous true crime cases of the 20th century... the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. In part one of this gripping two-part special, they explore the early years of Nicole and O.J. Simpson’s turbulent relationship, O.J.’s previous marriage to Marguerite Whitley, and the disturbing warning signs that foreshadowed a tragic and violent end. This episode contains reference to and discussion of coercive

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40:38

The Spooky Sleepover: LIVE at CrimeCon UK 2025 with...

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2025/06/20

This week on Spooky Sleepover, we're coming to you LIVE from CrimeCon with true crime YouTube star Eleanor Neale! Join us as we count down some of the deadliest, most chilling cults in history... including the ones that still haunt us today. Plus, Eleanor Neale tells the story of a so-called community that's still active...The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the hosts and guests and are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Any discussion of

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41:49

Did the world really go mad after the War of The...

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2025/06/19

In part two of their War of the Worlds special, Nikki and Cheryl dive deeper into the broadcast that shocked a nation and sparked widespread panic. Was the 1938 radio drama truly responsible for mass hysteria across America? Did listeners really believe a Martian invasion was underway? Join Nikki and Cheryl as they separate fact from fiction and explore whether lightning could strike twice in the world of media hoaxes and misinformation. FAKE NEWS!Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to

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44:27

What happened when aliens invaded New Jersey?

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2025/06/16

This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl dive into one of the most notorious hoaxes in modern history... the War of the Worlds broadcast. When Orson Welles took to the airwaves in 1938, a simple radio drama turned into a national panic. How did a fictional invasion cause real world chaos? Would you have fallen for it? And what were the lasting consequences of a stunt that blurred the line between entertainment and fear? Nikki and Cheryl investigate the truth behind the broadcast that

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29:14

FROM THE VAULT: True Crime Caitlyn Meets Ferrets,...

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2025/06/13

Whilst our Nikki and Chez take a little break in the sun, we wind it back to 2024 to spend some time with one of our fav TikTok divas... True Crime 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

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38:50

Who actually killed JFK?

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2025/06/12

Nikki and Cheryl are back with Part 2 of their deep dive into the assassination of JFK. The story picks up as Lee Harvey Oswald goes on the run... but is he fleeing because he pulled the trigger, or because he’s a marked man? Grab your tin foil hats... we’re unraveling the most compelling conspiracy theories behind that fateful day in Dallas.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And

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43:41

What really happened on the day JFK died?

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2025/06/09

This week, Nikki and Cheryl dive into one of the most controversial crimes of the 20th century... the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Who really was the man behind the presidency? What’s the truth behind the so-called Kennedy Curse? And was there a government cover-up? Nikki and Cheryl are about to find out.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl

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32:18

The Spooky Sleepover: What was the worst year in...

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2025/06/06

On this week's bonus episode of Killers, Cults and Queens, the gang takes a wild ride through the bizarre twists and turns of this week’s case, asking the all-important question: was Rasputin the original influencer? As always, there are plenty of unexpected rabbit holes to dive into. Discover the strange story behind the first attempt to revive a corpse using electricity, explore the chaos of the worst year in recorded human history, and find out what Nikki and Chez reach for when nursing a

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37:53

How did Rasputin really die?

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2025/06/05

Nikki and Cheryl return for Part 2 of the wild, weird, and woefully chaotic life of Rasputin - monk, mystic, and master manipulator of Russian high society. What did Rasputin get up to next? Let’s just say... the debauchery is only getting started. Get ready for scandal, seduction, and some seriously unhinged history.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl

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42:50

Who was the real man behind the legend of Rasputin?

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2025/06/02

This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl don their finery to meet the Tsar and Tsarina of Russia... and their trusty spiritual sidekick Rasputin. Who was the real man behind the lorded healer? Did Rasputin actually have special powers? And how was he part of the downfall of the last Imperial Family? Nikki and Cheryl are about to find out.This episode includes mention of and discussion of sexual violence and may not be suitable for all listeners.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit

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25:15

The Spooky Sleepover: Would you survive the gibbet?

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2025/05/30

On this week’s bonus episode of Killers, Cults and Queens, hosts Nikki and Cheryl dive back into the mysterious depths of the Pacific Ocean to explore the lasting impact of the Indy effect. There’s also a major update about Rosie the Shark — but it’s not what you might expect. Curious about what’s happened to this iconic preserved shark? We’ve got the full story. As always, expect plenty of wild tangents as the team ventures down some unexpected rabbit holes, including the controversial Red Pill

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51:01

How many crew members of the USS Indianapolis were...

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2025/05/29

Nikki and Cheryl are back with part 2 of what really happened to the crew of the USS Indianapolis. And this is your warning... if you don't like sharks, get off the ride now, because things are about to get choppy. LITERALLY. Join Nikki and Chez as they imagine themselves in the great open ocean with thousands of blood hungry sharks, just waiting to take a nibble. Would you survive?Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us

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50:26

What really happened to the cursed crew of the USS...

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2025/05/26

This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl get their sea legs on as they investigate what really happened to the cursed crew of the American naval ship the USS Indianapolis (or the Indy, as we like to call her). How much of her WW2 history does Cheryl remember from school? How could such a MASSIVE ship be downed? And what was waiting for them in the water? Nikki and Cheryl are about to find out... Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email

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22:21

The Spooky Sleepover: Do feral cats live in Disneyland?!

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2025/05/23

This week on The Spooky Sleepover Nikki and Cheryl hear YOUR thoughts on the Meredith Kercher case. Was Amanda Knox targeted by the Italian police because she was American? Do the Italian police have a history of accusing the wrong suspect? All that plus Nikki takes us on a cat lovers Disney dream and Cheryl has her first old lady rant... you don't know how good you kids have it, I tell you!Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch,

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52:12

Did the Italian police fail Meredith Kercher?

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2025/05/22

Nikki and Cheryl are back with Part 2 of their deep dive into the case that launched the infamous "Foxy Noxy" moniker — the brutal, heartbreaking murder of Meredith Kercher. This episode unpacks the tangled DNA evidence, the chaotic crime scene, and why Amanda and Raffaele couldn’t simply walk away.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cheryldragqueen and Nikki Druce

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39:40

Why did the world turn on Amanda Knox?

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2025/05/19

This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl delve into one of the most tragic and controversial true crime cases of the 21st century: the murder of British student Meredith Kercher in Perugia, Italy. Who was Meredith Kercher? Why has her story so often been overshadowed by the media spotlight on Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito? And what really happened on the night of November 1, 2007, at Villa della Pergola?Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email

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36:30

How was the Iceman serial killer finally caught?

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2025/05/15

Nikki and Cheryl return for Part 2 of their deep dive into one of the most cold-blooded contract killers in history, Richard Kuklinski, a.k.a. The Iceman. How did a mob hitman become one of America’s most prolific serial killers? Why did he turn on his closest allies? And was he really telling the truth about all those chilling confessions or just spinning lies? The twists keep coming, and Nikki and Cheryl are ready to uncover the truth.Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from

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