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PNW Haunts & Homicides

PNW Haunts and Homicides

Join Caitlyn and Cassie as they chat about true crime, the paranormal, and all kinds of spooky sh*t in the Pacific Northwest. Just two "normal-ish" friends who wanted more local, creepy stories so they never sleep or leave their houses again.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support.

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43:37

Tylenol Murders

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/03/26

We’re taking a break this week and using the time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. This week we’re bringing you a fabulous story from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast hosted by our friends Shea & Jody.This episode delves into the chilling events surrounding the Tylenol murders of 1982 and the subsequent Excedrin poisonings in 1986. It explores the tragic deaths caused by cyanide-laced capsules, the investigations that followed, and the impact these

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85:12

Not an Accident: The Cheryl Keeton Murder

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/03/19

On a dark September night in 1986, a van sat abandoned on the Sunset Highway outside Portland—with the engine running. Upon closer inspection there was a purse on the gas pedal, and blood everywhere.What first appeared to be a tragic accident quickly unraveled into something far more disturbing.Cheryl Keeton was a successful attorney, a mother of three, and a woman in the middle of a bitter divorce. As investigators dug deeper, they uncovered a story of control, fear, and a staged accident that

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76:34

Superstitions From Around the World

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/03/13

This week we dive into the strange, fascinating world of superstitions, starting with a few well-known ones before venturing into some truly bizarre beliefs from around the globe. The episode explores classic superstitions like unlucky black cats, knocking on wood, the taboo of walking under ladders, the bad luck of breaking mirrors, and why you shouldn’t open an umbrella indoors. From there, we travel through a collection of unusual cultural superstitions. In parts of South America and Spain,

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64:45

The Nesbitt Homestead Murders | Hood River, Oregon

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/03/05

In the early 1900s, the Hood River Valley was still frontier country. Homesteads were scattered across rugged land, neighbors lived miles apart, and life revolved around routine and survival.When that routine suddenly stopped - others took notice. Louisa Nesbitt and her daughter Alma vanished from their rural homestead without warning. At first, neighbors assumed the women had simply left the valley. But as time passed with no word from either of them, suspicion began to grow.What followed would

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46:14

Ghouls of Grays Harbor

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/02/26

Pack your raincoat and your flannel, we’re heading to Grays Harbor in Washington, the salty gateway to the Pacific and the misty doorstep of the Olympic Peninsula. The most notable town on Grays Harbor is Aberdeen, hometown of Kurt Cobain. The town leans into its legacy with a welcome sign that reads “Come As You Are,” a nod to the iconic Nirvana anthem. Nearby, a humble highway sign became rock folklore and was eventually relocated due to its popularity with fans.But Grays Harbor is more than

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94:01

Mel's Hole of Mysteries

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/02/19

This episode originally aired in three parts - now conveniently edited down to one for your listening pleasure!Today we’re going to talk about a very mysterious hole, known as Mel’s Hole. Who is Mel, and what is so special about his hole? On Feb 21st 1997, a self described Willie Nelson Doppelgänger named Mel Waters, contacted radio talk show “Coast to Coast with Art Bell.” Five phone interviews over the course of 5 years detailed a bewildering tale with many peaks and pits! Extended versions: Part

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49:37

Friday the 13th: Paraskevidekatriaphobia & A History...

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/02/12

In this episode we examine the history behind one of the world’s most persistent superstitions. Friday the 13th has long been associated with fear and bad luck—but where did that reputation come from, and why does it keep resurfacing across the centuries?Join us as we delve into the fear of Friday the 13th – known as paraskevidekatriaphobia – tracing the date’s uneasy legacy from medieval power plays to modern financial panic and how it became embedded in culture. Along the way, we explore how

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57:47

What Lies Beneath the Oregon Zoo

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/02/05

The Oregon Zoo might seem like an unlikely setting for true crime and paranormal history, but beneath its family friendly surface lies a past with some unsettling chapters. In 2013, construction crews working on a new elephant habitat unearthed human remains. These undocumented burials trace back to Hillside Farm — a poor farm and sanatorium for the mentally ill and those with infectious diseases. The identities of those found remain unknown, their presence lingering as a quiet reminder of

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85:02

The Columbia Edgewater Country Club Car Bombing

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/01/29

On April 21st 1955, a deadly act of violence shattered the quiet grounds of Portland’s Columbia Edgewater Country Club on Marine Drive. After an evening at the club attending a stag party, attorney and WWII veteran Oliver Kermit Smith returned to his car and started the engine. A bomb hidden beneath the driver’s seat detonated, killing him instantly.Investigators quickly determined the explosion was deliberate. The device had been wired directly into the ignition system, ensuring detonation the

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70:53

Reddit AITA: Paranormal Nonbelievers

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/01/23

Join Caitlyn & Cassie as they chat about Reddit AITA stories featuring paranormal nonbelievers! How do you go about telling someone you don't believe in their ghost story? Or that there might be more physical evidence for Bigfoot than Jesus? Tune in for a fun discussion and let us know your verdicts! Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review

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20:47

The Disappearance of Maurice, Martha, Louis, Jennie,...

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/01/16

This week we're showcasing our friend Alecia of Truly Twisted. On Christmas Eve 1945, in the rural outskirts of Fayetteville, West Virginia, George and Jennie Sodder tucked their children into bed for the night with the anticipation of spending Christmas together the next morning. Tragically a fire quickly engulfed the home forcing the family to leave, but 5 of the children were still inside. What would unfold that evening is still one of the greatest mysteries in the true crime world today,

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57:56

Viva La Overreaction

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/01/08

This week we're showcasing our friends Trevin & Amanda - the hosts of Live, Laugh, Larceny. Two petty crimes. Zero chill. And reactions so bad, they’d make Coldplay blush.This week, Amanda drops by before her second vacation in two weeks—and Trevin has his own vacation drama to share. His first time riding a bike as an adult turns into a near panic attack in a quaint ocean community, while Amanda faces a Beaver Lake, Arkansas dilemma when her husband’s massive truck can’t conquer the rocky

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84:34

The Chateau at The Oregon Caves: Chilling History &...

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2026/01/01

The Chateau still needs your help to preserve this incredible site and protect the bats - DONATE to this charming and eerie National Historic Landmark here! This New Year's Day, we're venturing back into the mysterious Oregon Caves National Monument, a spelunking paradise in Southern Oregon. Discovered in 1874 by a hunter named Elijah and his brave canine companion, Bruce. The cave's first recorded encounter is a gripping tale of survival, complete with a bear encounter and a miraculous escape. With

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75:49

Derrick Engebretsen: The Nightmare Before Christmas

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/12/25

On December 5, 1998, eight-year-old Derrick Joe Engebretsen vanished from the snowy slopes of Pelican Butte near Klamath Falls, Oregon. His heart-breaking disappearance took place while cutting a Christmas tree with his father and grandfather, shaking the surrounding community. Derrick’s footprints led into the forest… and then simply stopped. No struggle. No trail. No remains. Despite massive search efforts involving local deputies, state police, search-and-rescue teams, dogs, helicopters, and

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54:33

Trees of Christmas Past

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/12/19

🎄 In this in(tree)guing episode, we explore an abandoned Christmas tree farm in Oregon that found new life thanks to Mark Rohlfs, of Santa and Sons. What began as an overgrown, forgotten land became a source of “Natural Noble Firs”, prized for their rustic, unshaped look. Customers embraced the wild aesthetic, while unused boughs were turned into wreaths, garlands, and regrowth materials, proving nothing was wasted. 🔥 The conversation also touches on devastation and resilience after the 2020

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51:48

Missing in Wenatchee: The Decker Sisters Case

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/12/12

In late May 2025, three young sisters—Paityn Decker (9), Evelyn Decker (8), and Olivia Decker (5)—disappeared during a scheduled visit with their father, Travis Caleb Decker. Days later, their bodies were discovered in a wooded area near Rock Island Campground in the Cascade Mountains. Investigators uncovered forensic evidence, including DNA, linking their father to the killings, prompting a massive months-long manhunt across rugged mountain terrain.In mid-September, human remains identified as

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41:50

Creepy People Chronicles: Cryptids & Wake-Up Calls

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/12/04

In this listener story episode, Judi sends an update from Creepy People Chronicles: Mediums & Mischievous Spirits! Featuring the Delaney House, the symbolism behind her oracle card reading, and a fateful house fire that led her entire household to become volunteer firefighters. We also hear from Clint in Canada about a possible Halloween-night cryptid sighting! Ending tonight’s spooky tales with Kyle’s eerie but gentle, 3AM wake-up call.If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories

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46:32

Labubu Adventures - Unboxing Joy

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/11/27

Could a quirky collectible convert skeptics into stans? Since Cassie couldn’t join our full episode Haunted Dolls and the Labubu Curse, she put together a bonus episode of her very own! We found ourselves unexpectedly enchanted by the whimsical world of Labubu. Initially, the cultural phenomena seemed like just another eye-roll-inducing trend, but before we knew it, they had captured our curiosity and a special place in our hearts. We even took a mid-pod field trip to indulge our newfound

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54:41

Susan Cox Powell Part 2 – Fire & Fallout

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/11/20

Two years after Susan Cox Powell vanished, tragedy struck again. During a court-ordered supervised visit in Graham, Washington, her husband Josh Powell locked a social worker out, attacked his sons Charlie and Braden, and ignited the house in a fire that shocked the nation. In Part 2 we piece together the aftermath—the frantic 911 call, the investigation that followed, and the systemic failures that allowed a person of interest in Susan’s disappearance to retain access to his children. We examine

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60:01

Beyond the Cards: Art, Tarot, and Liminal Spaces

PNW Haunts & Homicides ·

2025/11/19

Join us for an engaging exploration of art and tarot with our guest, David, of Whiskey Terra Foxtrot. David offers insights into his creative process as he works on designing a hand-drawn Kickstarter tarot deck. “The Liminal Deck is a traditional 78-card tarot deck with a non-traditional construction. De-gendered and de-saturated, drawing on vaguely unsettling, yet familiar imagery to recreate quiet contradictions of the dreamscape, it's the deck unlike any other.” Listen in as we explore the

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