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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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52:47

Wade Wilson "The Cape Coral Strangler"

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2024/08/10

We don't usually cover ongoing and recent cases on The Grim Curriculum, usually we save those for Extra Credit. However, we had a few thoughts on this fella so we figured we'd try a slightly different format for this episode.Wade Wilson, (No, not Deadpool) is known for his involvement in a series of brutal killings in Cape Coral, Florida. His trial gained significant media attention due to the heinous nature of his crimes and his disturbing behavior. Wilson's appearance is particularly notable due

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38:01

Unlucky in Love, The First Manhole Cover in Space &...

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2024/08/07

I mean the title really says it all with this one. Dina brings us two tales from tumultuous couples. We love, Love here at the Grim Curriculum but these folks clearly need some counselling. Charlotte decided after all the brutal sadness from the regular show over the last few weeks, she wanted to chat about two of her favourite things: Nuclear Testing and Yorkshire Ghosts. We will be donating all Patreon proceeds in August to The Kristen French Child Advocacy Centre Niagara. If you would also like

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47:49

Paul Bernado and Karla Homolka: A Match Made in Hell...

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2024/08/03

Today, we conclude our series on Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka by discussing Paul's arrest and trial. This includes examining the controversial "Deal with the Devil" made by the Canadian legal system, where Karla Homolka was portrayed as a battered wife coerced into participating in the crimes by her abusive husband. However, we now know that this portrayal was far from the truth.Currently, Paul Bernardo remains incarcerated, serving a life sentence for his horrific crimes. On the other hand,

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35:17

Paul Bernado and Karla Homolka: A Match Made in Hell...

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2024/07/27

In Part 3 of our Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka series, we discuss their farcical wedding and Paul's misguided attempt to profit from their guests. Despite their wedding, they did not slow down in their hunt for new victims. Together, they lured young women and girls, often using Karla to gain their victims' trust. Tragically, 15-year-old Kristen French encountered the killer couple in broad daylight while walking home from school through a church parking lot. If you wanna see the video episode,

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39:55

EXTRA CREDIT - Episode 33: Titanic Update, 678 Nuns...

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2024/07/24

Today, we have a mix of science and true crime, along with a bizarre and unsettling death story that's sure to make you cringe. Despite our best efforts to avoid discussing Gypsy Rose Blanchard, her latest antics keep drawing us back in. We apologize, but we can't promise it won't happen again. In other news, another official but unmanned Titanic expedition is set to begin soon, and we'll explore the puzzling reason why someone would need to preserve the brains of nearly 700 Catholic nuns.If you

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46:44

Paul Bernado and Karla Homolka: A Match Made in Hell...

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2024/07/20

Last week we introduced you to Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka. Two people who we would argue are among the most well known Canadian killers. We spoke about their early lives, how they met, and their relationship dynamic. Today, we are heading into even darker territory, with the murder of Karla's sister Tammy and the murder of Leslie Mahaffy.If you wanna see the video episode, check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculumWe'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode!Do you have

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46:44

Paul Bernado & Karla Homolka: A Match Made in Hell -...

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2024/07/06

Buckle up. This is some rough subject matter. Well here we finally are. After having these 2 monsters on our list since the very beginning, we are finally covering Karla Homolka and Paul Bernardo A.K.A. The Ken & Barbie Killers. This infamous Canadian couple is responsible for the rape and murder of at least three young women including Karla's own sister. And long before even meeting Karla, Paul was known by media as "The Scarborough Rapist" for a serious of horrific assaults on young women. In

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50:40

Stuck in Space, A Donkey Named Diesel & Escaping from...

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2024/07/03

We've got a couple of space stories including a couple of astronauts "stuck" on the ISS and a pretty cool space rock. We like to switch it up and include a wholesome story once in a while and Diesel the Donkey does not disappoint. And as it turns out pretty much everyone really, REALLY liked meth during WW2.Enjoy!If you wanna see the video episode, check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculumWe'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode!Do you have a case you'd like us to cover

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37:06

The Mysterious Disappearance of Dorothy Arnold

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2024/06/29

We are delving into one of the most baffling unsolved mysteries of the early 20th century: the disappearance of Dorothy Arnold. On December 12, 1910, the young New York socialite and aspiring writer vanished without a trace while shopping in Manhattan. Despite extensive searches and countless theories, to this day over a century later, her fate still remains unknown. This is an old timey crimey that will have you getting out your red string and push pins. If you wanna see the video episode, check

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27:25

A Short but Tragic & Haunted History of Lake Lanier

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2024/06/22

Lake Lanier, officially known as Lake Sidney Lanier, is a reservoir in northern Georgia, USA. Its history is tied closely to the mid-20th-century development and the region's evolving needs for water management, recreation, and economic growth. This all sounds fine and dandy before you dive into the tragic history of this man made lake. Turns out there used to be a town where Lake Lanier now resides and the lake itself seems to claim more lives each year, with rumours that it is haunted by several

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40:32

Extra Credit 31: Two VERY Different Museums & Boy...

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2024/06/19

Well the Dr. Pepper Museum, in Waco, Texas is haunted (allegedly), and there's a Coprolite Museum (Poozeum) in Williams, Arizona that's free to tour. Apparently there was good reason to discontinue some of the lesser known Boy Scout Merit Badges and our Strange & Unusual Death this episode might have your anxiety spiking if you're not a fan of snakes. If you wanna see the video episode, check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculumWe'd love to hear your thoughts on the

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41:17

Albert Fish - The Werewolf of Wisteria Part 2

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2024/06/15

Grace Budd was a ten-year-old girl who lived in New York City with her family. On May 25, 1928, they had the tragically bad luck of meeting Albert Fish, when he visited the Budd family home under the pretense of offering their son, Edward Budd, a job. After gaining the family's trust, Fish invited Grace to a supposed children's birthday party, promising to bring her back later that evening. Grace Budd would never be seen again. It would be seven years before her family would see him arrested and

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39:12

Albert Fish - The Werewolf of Wisteria Part 1

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2024/06/08

Albert Fish has been on our list to cover for a long time now, and fair warning—he's one of the absolute worst. Born Hamilton Howard Fish on May 19, 1870, in Washington, D.C., Albert had a deeply troubled early life marked by significant psychological and familial issues.This old-timey "gentleman" was one of the most perverse and depraved individuals to walk the earth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A sadomasochistic cannibal, his primary victim demographic was children under the age of

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69:40

Robert Pickton Dead, OceanGate Part 2(?) coming in...

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2024/06/05

We've got some pretty big true crime updates, volcano updates, another interesting geology lesson and a 1920's strange & unusual death involving a spiritual experiment. If you wanna see the video episode, check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculumWe'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode!Do you 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.comFor all the other places you can

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34:23

James Ruppert: The Easter Sunday Family Massacre

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2024/06/01

The "Easter Sunday Family Massacre" occurred on March 30, 1975, in Hamilton, Ohio, when James Urban Ruppert fatally shot 11 members of his family during a gathering. Among the victims were his mother, brother, sister-in-law, and eight nieces and nephews. Many who knew James were shocked by the senseless violence, unable to fathom that he could murder 11 family members in cold blood. However, there were significant tensions between James, his brother, and his mother. Unlike some cases where the

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42:07

The Beast of Bray Road

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2024/05/25

It's time again for another cryptid episode! This strange and unusual creature has been haunting the rural roads of Wisconsin and Michigan, more specifically, Elkhorn, Wisconsin, for the past one hundred years.Descriptions of the creature typically depict it as an often bipedal, wolf-like or bear-like animal standing between 6 and 7 feet tall, with shaggy fur, pointed ears, and glowing eyes. The Beast of Bray Road has become a popular subject of local folklore and has inspired numerous books,

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59:44

Eat Your Licorice in Moderation or else, The "Eunuch...

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2024/05/22

We have a myriad of modern cases for you in this episode. A John Doe who was found in a Wisconsin record store chimney was recently identified. A Norwegian man who was performing "extreme body modification" procedures on paying "customers" and streaming them online has been been handed a life sentence along with 6 accomplices. A Plymouth woman had a bit of a shock back in February when she discovered WW2 unexploded ordinance in her back garden, resulting in the surrounding neighborhoods being

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35:31

The Disappearance & Murder of Maria Ridulph

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2024/05/18

In December 1957, seven-year-old Maria Ridulph vanished from her Sycamore, Illinois neighborhood while playing outside, sparking one of the nation's oldest cold cases. Despite initial suspects, the trail went cold until 2011, when new evidence led to the arrest of Jack McCullough (A.K.A. John Tessier), who was convicted in 2012. Yet, in a dramatic turn, McCullough's conviction was vacated in 2016 due to overlooked evidence, and he was released. The unresolved case of Maria Ridulph remains a haunting

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33:33

Nuclear Accidents: Empty Quivers, Bent Spears &...

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2024/05/11

In this episode we delve into the unsettling world of nuclear accidents, exploring the stories behind Faded Giants, Empty Quivers, Bent Spears, and Broken Arrows. Between 1950 and 1980, the world witnessed several significant nuclear accidents, many of which occurred during the height of the Cold War. Join us as we navigate the murky waters of humanity's most terrifying mistakes.Watch the full video on our Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculumWe'd love to hear your thoughts on the

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45:17

A Couple of Updates, Wild Stories From the Animal...

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2024/05/08

We both have some true crime updates to share with you from episodes past, as well as a couple of interesting stories involving 2 of Charlotte's favourite wild animals. David Berkowitz A.K.A. "The Son of Sam" is still kicking in prison and apparently up for parole, though it remains to be seen if he's actually going to try for it. There's always shenanigans happening in Saskatchewan and of course it involves some redneck driving solutions. oh and there's a strangle and unusual Russian death for you

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