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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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47:01

The Spooky Sleepover: Inside the Waco Siege - Hostage...

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2025/01/02

Get ready for a gripping episode as we sit down with Dr. Jim Alvarez, the legendary hostage negotiator who’s handled some of the world’s most intense and high-stakes situations. From his days as a towering 6'5" NYPD negotiator to analyzing the infamous Waco Siege, Jim takes us behind the scenes like never before.In this explosive episode, you'll discover:The real reasons the Waco Siege spiraled into a fiery tragedy—and how it could have been avoided.Shocking insider details about the FBI’s tactics,

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55:29

The Waco Siege: Inside the Branch Davidians' Deadly...

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2024/12/30

🎙️ The Waco Siege: Unraveling the Branch Davidians and David Koresh’s Deadly Prophecy 🔥Join Nikki and Cheryl as they take a deep dive into one of the most infamous cult stand-offs in American history—the Waco Sieg. In this episode, we travel back to Waco, Texas, where the self-proclaimed "sinful messiah", David Koresh (formerly Vernon Wayne Howell—yes, we’re looking at you, VERNIE 👀), took control of the Branch Davidians.What started as a religious community 🙏 quickly spiralled into chaos,

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39:06

The Spooky Sleepover: Tammy Faye, Drag Queens, and...

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2024/12/26

Get ready for an unforgettable episode of Killers, Cults, and Queens! Nikki Druce and Cheryl welcome the legendary Fenton Bailey—co-creator of RuPaul’s Drag Race, celebrated documentarian, and TV pioneer. Together, they delve into the fascinating world of Tammy Faye Bakker, her impact on the LGBTQ+ community, and her role as a trailblazer in television history.🎙️ What’s Inside This Episode:The story behind Tammy Faye Bakker’s groundbreaking activism and unique drag-like persona.How Fenton’s iconic

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57:29

The Rise and Fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker:...

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2024/12/23

📺 Rise and Fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker: Televangelism, Scandal, and a LGBTQIA+ Legacy 🌈Cauliflower's fluffy and cabbages are green 🥦, but this week, we're diving deep into one of America's biggest televangelism scandals! Nikki and Cheryl explore the meteoric rise and shocking fall of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker's Praise The Lord (PTL) Network ✝️. What began as a mission to spread the gospel worldwide unraveled into a notorious sex and financial fraud scandal that rocked American

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38:37

The Spooky Sleepover: Santa and Sex Workers with...

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2024/12/19

🎙️ In this week’s Spooky Sleepover episode, Nikki and Cheryl are joined by the incredible Malia Miglino, aka the LA History Girl! From creepy Victorian tales to festive Santa Claus trivia, this episode is packed with macabre history, shocking true crime, and holiday cheer.Here’s what to expect:Malia’s Creepy Adventures: Hear about her experiences in haunted spots like the Queen Mary and the infamous Cecil Hotel, plus the chilling history of LA’s occult ties.True Crime Spotlight: A deep dive into

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50:59

The heartbreaking case of murderous star crossed...

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2024/12/16

💔 Heartbreak and Horror: The Tragic Case of Jasmine Richardson and Jeremy Steinke 🐺Divas, we’re not going to lie—this week’s episode is a tough listen. It may be one of the most heartbreaking cases we've covered yet, so please be aware of that before diving in. Join Nikki and Cheryl as they investigate the chilling case of the infamous couple, Jasmine Richardson and Jeremy Steinke—the man who believed he was a werewolf. 🐺How did a couple with such a significant age difference make such

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26:34

The Spooky Sleepover: Mulled Wine, TikTok Divas, and...

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2024/12/12

In this week’s episode of Killers, Cults, and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are back with their unique blend of dark tales, campy fun, and meaningful conversations. Get cozy for this wild ride as we dive into:💀 Flight 571: The harrowing true story of survival in the Andes Mountains. What would you do to stay alive for 72 days in freezing isolation? Nikki and Cheryl ponder the mental strength it takes to endure such a nightmare.🔪 The Eunuch Maker: A shocking true crime case involving illegal surgeries,

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01:01:33

The incredible story of Flight 571 and the battle to...

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2024/12/09

✈️ Survival Against All Odds: The Infamous Flight 571 Air Disaster 🏔️This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are taking a different route—exploring one of the most infamous air disasters in history: the story of the Uruguayan Rugby team and Flight 571. It’s a tale of heartbreaking decisions, catastrophic mistakes, and the raw human instinct to survive. 🏔️How far would you go to stay alive in the face of impossible odds? Nikki and Cheryl are about to uncover the chilling details of

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33:07

The Spooky Sleepover: True Crime Caitlyn Meets...

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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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