In this episode, we laugh a lot and say f**k a lot. Just a heads up. We proceed to tell tales of cursed Teddy Ruxpins. We also tell a few stories about some crazy urban legends that are actually true. Finally, we wrap up with a story of a man entombed inside Nutty Putty Cave forever. Enjoy!!

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Episode 58: Curses, Caves, and Urban Legends Oh My!

Welcome back!in this episode, Joe Exotic has a message for YOU-our listeners! Also, Michelle tells the incredible story of Holly Dunn, THE soul survivor of America's Railroad Killer. 

Episode 57- A message from Joe Exotic &"I survived a serial killer"

 In this long awaited episode, Falon takes us through the life, legacy & conspiracies surrounding the world's most famous & photographed woman in history, Diana, Princess of Wales. What was it about her that captivated the world? What legacy has she left behind? What was it about her that we all connected to?  What really happened in the Alma tunnel in Paris on the night she died? Have a seat and join us as we relive the story of a woman most of us did not know, but admired, a woman later known as "The People's Princess" & Queen of People's Hearts. Today (6/1/2020) would have been her 59th birthday...so crack open the champagne or make yourself a peach bellini (D's favorite) and join us as we celebrate the life of Lady Diana Spencer, later known as HRH Diana, Princess of Wales. Sources for this episode include:Diana: Her True Story In Her Own Words- By Andrew Morton (book) Netflix's Diana:In Her Own Words (Netflix)Diana- 7 Days That Shook the World (Netflix)Serving the Royals:Inside the Firm (Amazon Prime)BBC's Panorama with Martin Bashir / DianaDiana: The New Evidence (Amazon prime)Wikipedia.comCelebrity Cheat Sheet.comDiana: Death of A Goddess (book by David Cohen)Remembering Diana, A Life in Photographs forwarded by: Tina BrownDocumented interviews with her private butler & closest friend, Paul Burell2014 Visit to Cincinnati Museum Center to see the exhibit: Diana, A Celebration. Also, thank you to Prince William & Prince Harry for putting together the exhibit and inviting others to join in celebrating their amazing mother.Special thanks to Andrew Morton for your kindness & help during my research. When I get to London, tea is on me! :) 

Episode 56: The Life of Princess Diana

***WARNING!! GRAPHIC CONTENT!**In this episode, Falon tells us the story of an 8 year old girl named April Marie Tinsley, who's 1988 murder left the town of Fort Wayne, Indiana in heartbreak & fear for over 30 years. Thanks to detectives, law enforcement & a unique use of DNA, the killer was later hunted down and served justice. This isn't only a story of a beautiful little girl taken too soon. This is also a story about a community who stuck together in love and support through one of the worst times any family or community- has ever seen. They never gave up....this is their story.Sources for this episode are listed throughout the episode. Special thanks to Justin at Mysterious Circumstances Podcast for your help & kindness with this episode and for showing me around beautiful Fort Wayne. 

E55-SOLVED: April Tinsley case

In this episode, we face off with MYSTERY HISTORY PODCAST for some good ol'fashioned serial killer trivia. 2 teams, 10 questions each in a race against time (not really, but it sounds fun)Who will walk away with the bloody crown and bragging rights? Listen and find out on this super cheesy episode of Serial Killer Triva Game Show 2020!Thank you to Mystery History Podcast for putting up with us. Make sure to check their podcast out....they're everywhere......

Episode 54: SERIAL KILLER TRIVIA!!!

Falon goes to Indiana and meets up with two like minded people. One shares his experience with the Sylvia Likens case. The other is the host of Mysterious Circumstances podcast who shares some local cases and local legends with us. Enjoy!

Episode 53 1/2: A Quickie Update

In this episode, we cover some crazy stalkers. You know, the guys who follow you around and know your every move. Only this time, these guys killed. We also read some reviews from our listeners. And also, thank you to everyone who supports us. Sources are listed in the episode, for all of those one star reviews. Enjoy!!!

Episode 53: Killer Stalkers

In this episode, we collected some of our favorite stories from YOU! From a asshole great grandad to visits from the grave, your stories have a little bit of everything. Thank you so much for sharing!

Episode 52: We Read YOUR Ghost Stories Back To You!

In this episode, we read YOUR ghost stories you've shared with us. Thank you to everyone who chimed in on this one. From an asshole great grandaddy, to a few visits from beyond the grave, ya'll definitely have some killer experiences. Lastly, Falon reads the conversation between a team of ghost hunters reliving their most terrifying occurrences from an evil & very active house lingering in Gratis, Ohio. BONUS: LISTEN TO ONE EVP CAUGHT FROM INSIDE THE HOME DURING A PROTECTION PRAYER. WHAT DO YOU HEAR???? LET US KNOW @ deadacademypodcast@gmail.com! 

In today's episode, We hear a story from Michelle about a anger fueled, extremely violent and disturbing woman named Kathrine Knight. Her crime is so brutal and graphic that she became Australia's first woman in the country's history to receive a life sentence without ever having the possibility to get out of prison. Falon also tells us a murder mystery story of Dave Bocks. Could it be a suicide or a giant cover up? You decide.Sources include: Wikipedia, Mental Floss, Unsolved Mysteries

Episode 51: Don't F**k With Kathrine Knight

IT'S EPISODE 50!! Pack a bag, bring some snacks and don't forget your flash lights! Join us for a wild ride as we take you through some of the world's most haunted forests! From the melonheads of Northern America, to The REAL "Blair Witch" cave, to the Black Forest in Germany which was the inspiration for many terrifying children's tales, Japan's Suicide Forest & much much more! We call this episode "White People Shit"- because as my friend Netta once said, "ya'll on some white people shit with that scary ghost stuff. No thank you!" Listen to heavily documented tales of haunted forests you just might not make it out of. WHO'S COMIN WITH ME!? Sources for this episode include: thrilllist.com, wikipedia.com, bellwitchcave.com. Haunted Ohio archives. 

Episode 50: White People Shit (Stay out of the Woods)

PREPARE YOURSELVES~ In this episode, Michelle brings us all down with the true story of 3 survivors of the Cleveland House of Horrors. Michelle Knight, Amanda Berry & Gina DeJesus were kidnapped, held captive, raped and tortured for over a decade. A man they knew and trusted, Ariel Castro, managed to keep the girls detained and within a block or two from their homes. Police were called several times, but did not investigate because Castro didn't answer the door....even though he was home. TRIGGER WARNINGS- This episode is packed with survival stories, accounts of crimes and heartbreaking details into the depravity of a monster's decade of madness. 

Episode 49: The Cleveland House of Horrors

Join us for part 1 of The Grim Sleeper. ( Part 2 will be added later, once we finish the final interview with the son of the Grim Sleeper)Possibly responsible for as many as 180+ murdered women in LA, Lonnie Franklin Sr went unnoticed & undetected for almost 30 years. As garbage truck worker, his profession lead him to a forever silent & undetecting final resting place for many of his victims-in the landfill. Some were left strangled, raped & dumped on side streets in LA. Listen to find out how he got the name "Grim Sleeper" AND the unbelievable final undercover work that ultimately lead to his capture. Sources for this episode include:Nick Broomfield's Documentary on Amazon Prime: The Grim Sleeper, Wikipedia, murderpedia, & direct conversation with Dead Academy Podcast & the family of Lonnie Franklin Sr.  

Episode 48: The Grim Sleeper

Welcome back! We have been MIA for a month due to everything happening in the world. But we fire back up with talk of Tiger King and talk of curses. Hope you enjoy!!

Episode 47: Quarantine, Tiger King, and Curses

What would you do if you came across childlike figures, with blacked out eyes & a demanding presence? Join us in episode 46 as we discuss real life encounters with the terrifying legend of Black Eyed Children. Also, Falon reads a story of a mysterious encounter of a shadowy monster like figure in a tree. A secret kept hush hush in the family for over 28 years.

Episode 46: Black or Red; What Up With Them Eyes

Two girls, one mic, discussing true crime, urban legends, and paranormal experiences.