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SERIOUSLY STRANGE | Hosted by Rob Gavagan

SERIOUSLY STRANGE | Hosted by Rob Gavagan

Rob Gavagan
News & Politics, Society & Culture

Seriously Strange is a true crime series that covers frightening and bizarre topics from the world around us. From twisted top 10 lists to creepy countdowns to gripping true crime stories, Seriously Strange has all you need to feed your desire for the dark. Created & hosted by Rob Gavagan (formerly Rob Dyke). Seriously Strange has a number of subseries' called "Twisted Tens," "Serial Killer Files," "Anatomy of Murder," "Truth or Tale," "Caught on Camera," and "Into The Dark." This podcast series is produced & published by Rob's lead editor, Scott Kinmartin.  

Season 1: Seriously Strange
Season 2: Twisted TENS
Season 3: Anatomy of Murder
Season 4: Serial Killer Files

140 - The Twisted Secrets of Eugene Butler & The Unsettling Disappearance of Angela Hammond
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  • 140 - The Twisted Secrets of Eugene Butler & The Unsettling Disappearance of Angela Hammond

    ▶ The Twisted Secrets of Eugene Butler | SERIOUSLY STRANGE #137
    Eugene Butler proved to be more than just a little quiet or a tad bit strange. He proved to harbor a dark secret within his home that would shock his community and beyond.

    ▶ He Had to WATCH Her Get TAKEN | The Disappearance of Angela Hammond | SERIOUSLY STRANGE #138
    Explore the chilling and unsolved disappearance of Angela Marie Hammond, who vanished without a trace from Clinton, Missouri, in 1991. This episode delves deep into the events of that fateful night, the ongoing search for answers, and the impact on a small town left with more questions than closure. Join us as we unravel the facts, theories, and the enduring mystery surrounding Angela’s case.

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    Mon, 08 Apr 2024
  • 139 - First Female Serial Killer, The Real Life Buffalo Bill & The Casanova Killer

    Belle Gunness [NEVER CAUGHT] | SERIAL KILLER FILES #12
    Say hello to the first female serial killer of the series. And she was never caught! Belle Gunness was a Norwegian-American serial killer born in 1859. She gained notoriety in the early 20th century for luring men through Lonely Hearts ads and matrimonial agencies to her farm in La Porte, Indiana. Belle is suspected of murdering numerous suitors for financial gain, including collecting life insurance. The exact number of her victims remains uncertain, but estimates range from 14 to over 40. In 1908, her farmhouse burned down, revealing multiple bodies on the property. Belle's fate is unknown, as she was not found among the dead, leading to speculation that she may have fled.

    The REAL LIFE Buffalo Bill [UNSOLVED] | #ANATOMYofMURDER #22
    Robert Janczewski was every bit as twisted as the infamous movie character he inspired: Buffalo Bill from The Silence of the Lambs. On 4 October 2017, 19 years after the murder of Katarzyna Zowada, police arrested 52-year-old Robert Janczewski in Kraków's Kazimierz district. Investigators searched his apartment and found blood in the bathroom. As a result, the bath and frame were secured for further testing. He was a person of interest in 1999 but had not been arrested. Janczewski fit the psychological profile as he was trained in martial arts, knew the victim, visited the victim's grave, and had a history of harassing women. He had previously worked in a dissecting lab, where he dealt with human corpses. He also worked at the Cracow Institute of Zoology, where he could observe the process of preparing animal skins. His employment was terminated the day after he killed all of the institute's rabbits during his shift; he couldn't explain his actions. Janczewski was charged with aggravated murder with particular cruelty. He maintains that he did not know Katarzyna Zowada. As of September 2019, Janczewski has not yet been released. Investigators requested a closed trial.

    The Casanova Killer - Paul John Knowles | ANATOMY OF MURDER #13
    Known for his good looks and killer charm...and his love for murdering women, Paul John Knowles was an American serial killer active in the 1970s. Known for his charming demeanor, he embarked on a killing spree across several states, targeting both men and women, particularly hitchhikers. His crimes involved robbery, assault, and rape. Knowles left notes at crime scenes, taunting law enforcement. He was captured in 1974 after a high-speed chase, convicted of multiple murders, and killed by an FBI agent in December 1974 during an escape attempt. The total number of his victims remains uncertain.

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    Mon, 19 Feb 2024
  • 138 - The Tragic Deaths of Innocent Children | ANATOMY OF MURDER

    In this podcast: An American Honor Killing, the horrifying UNSOLVED Girl Scout Murders, the tragic death of Judith Barsi, and the sad story of Holly Jones.

    1. An American HONOR KILLING | ANATOMY OF MURDER #9
    A fun-loving teenage girl murdered in the name of "honor"... Palestina Zein "Tina" Isa was an American teenage girl murdered in an honor killing in St. Louis, Missouri by her parents, Zein and Maria Isa. Her death was recorded on audiotape during FBI surveillance of Zein Isa due to his association with the Abu Nidal Organization (ANO). He and his wife were both convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to death. Zein Isa died of diabetes before he could be executed. Maria Isa was later resentenced to life imprisonment and died in prison.

    2. Horrifying UNSOLVED GIRL SCOUT Murders | ANATOMY OF MURDER #11
    The Girl Scout murders refer to a tragic event that occurred at Camp Scott, a Girl Scout camp in Oklahoma in June of 1977. Three young girls, Michele Guse, Lori Farmer, and Denise Milner, were sexually assaulted and murdered in their tent. The case remains unsolved, but suspicion fell on an escaped inmate named Gene Leroy Hart, who had a criminal history. Hart was later apprehended but acquitted of the murders in a trial. Evidence was re-tested and tested for DNA a few years ago and the results have now concluded that Hartwasthe killer. Lori Farmer’s mother, Sheri Farmer, has felt the pain of this crime for 45 years. She says she and her husband Bo have some peace, but there will never be closure. Gene Leroy Hart died in prison just a few months after he was acquitted of these murders. He was in prison for another crime.
    UPDATE:Killer Identified in 1977 Girl Scout Murders (link)

    3. The Tragic Death of Judith Barsi | ANATOMY OF MURDER #16
    Judith Barsi was a child actress known for her roles in films like The Land Before Time and All Dogs Go to Heaven. Tragically, she was a victim of domestic violence. Judith, along with her mother Maria, was murdered by her father József Barsi in July 1988. József subsequently committed suicide.

    4. The Sad Story of Holly Jones | ANATOMY OF MURDER #19
    Holly Jones was a 10-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in 2003. It was an event that left a family and community devastated. On May 12, 2003, while walking a friend home, she was kidnapped, sexually assaulted, and strangled by Michael Briere. After dismembering her body, Briere attempted to discard the remains by placing them in two bags and used weights to try to sink them in the Toronto Harbour. The bags were found the next morning. Briere pleaded guilty to the crime, receiving an automatic life sentence, and will not be eligible to apply for parole until 2028.


    RESOURCES:

    The National Center for Missing & Exploited ChildrenThe Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)


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    Tue, 13 Feb 2024
  • 137 - MASSACRE at McDONALDS and The Choke & Stroke Killer

    MASSACRE at MCDONALD'S - James Huberty | ANATOMY OF MURDER #5
    45 customers inside a McDonald's restaurant had no idea that their lives were about to change...and end. Some events go to show that tragedy can come at just about any time at any place. A man with a deep seething hatred for society. A family life that could be considered anything but normal, and a violent resolution that will never be forgotten. All this and more as we explore the Anatomy of Murder.

    SAMUEL LITTLE - A National HORROR | SERIAL KILLER FILES #41
    He was a man who killed as though he was made for it. As though it was his sole purpose in life, and to him, perhaps that was the case. His number of victims either suspected or confirmed makes the skin crawl either way. In this episode, we discuss the case of one of America's most prolific serial killers, Samuel Little.

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    Tue, 23 Jan 2024
  • 136 - Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: Neptune's Fancy (written by Vincent V. Cava)

    Creepypasta Scary Story Readings: Neptune's Fancy by Vincent V. Cava | CREEPYPASTA #6

    NEPTUNE'S FANCY: Part ONE | SCARY STORY READING #6A(Vincent V. Cava)
    A crew of fishermen hauls up something they weren't expecting...

    NEPTUNE'S FANCY: Part TWO | SCARY STORY READING #6B(Vincent V. Cava)
    After capturing a strange merwoman, a crew agrees to bring her back to her underwater kingdom for a reward, but the journey proves to be full of nightmarish terrors and things don't seem to be as simple as once believed.

    NEPTUNE'S FANCY: Part THREE | SCARY STORY READING #6C
    The rest of the story of Neptune's Fancyis narrated by Mr. Creepypasta. Sorry, I never finished narrating the story myself.

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    Fri, 24 Nov 2023
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