A Scary State
Have you ever wondered what makes your state famous? What about what makes your state infamous? Join Lauren and Kenzie as they take a look into the dark background and creepy origin stories that take place in each state. We will venture into tales of cryptids, ghosts, haunted locations, urban legends, serial killers and much more. We dig deep into what makes your state scary.
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This week, we’re heading to Wisconsin, where history and the bizarre collide! Lauren kicks things off with the story of John Schrank, the man who tried to assassinate President Theodore Roosevelt during a campaign stop in Milwaukee. Schrank’s troubled past, strange visions, and shocking actions make this a story that is as unsettling as it is unforgettable. Then, Kenzie di...
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This week, we’re diving into two stories of wealth, mystery, and maritime hauntings! First, Kenzie takes us into the scandalous life of Doris Duke, once called “the richest girl in the world.” From her turbulent personal relationships to the mysterious death of her companion, Doris’s story is a mix of glamour, power, and controversy that still fascinates true-crime and his...
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This week, we’re venturing deep into the wild wilderness of the Gem State—Idaho! Lauren kicks things off with a chilling mix of eerie tales, beginning with the mysterious “Zone of Death” in Yellowstone, where unusual laws spark unsettling possibilities. She also dives into strange disappearances in Idaho’s rugged mountains, stories that leave behind more questions than ans...
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Things aren’t always what they seem in the Great Lakes State—Michigan! First, Kenzie takes us to the idyllic Mackinac Island, a vacation hotspot known for its charm and beauty. But beneath the picturesque exterior lies a chilling truth: the island is rumored to have over 3,000 haunted locations. Then, Lauren dives into the story of Robert and Jane Bashara, a couple who app...
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This week, we’re heading down to the Peach State—Georgia! Lauren kicks things off with the mysterious story of a Pillar in Augusta, Georgia, a structure shrouded in legend and said to carry a deadly curse that lingers to this day. Then, Kenzie dives into the heartbreaking case of Devonia Inman, a man who spent over 20 years behind bars for a crime he didn’t commit. His fig...
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This week, we’re heading to our close neighbor, the Tar Heel State! Kenzie dives into the chilling story of Barbara and Russ Stager. On the surface, they seemed like the picture-perfect couple, but when one of them ends up shot in the back of the head, their carefully crafted image shatters. The case may appear straightforward, but the truth is far more twisted than it fir...
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This week, we’re heading to the First State—Delaware! Lauren begins with the tragic tale of Mary Elizabeth Dunning and her husband, John Preston Dunning, a story that proves some choices come with devastating consequences. Then, Kenzie takes us to the charming yet eerie Addy Sea Inn in Bethany Beach. This historic bed-and-breakfast is home to the usual creaks and ghostly w...
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This week, we’re heading out west to the Sunflower State—Kansas! Kenzie kicks things off with the state’s oldest cold case: the murder of Mary Robin Walter. For 44 years, this case remained unsolved—until advances in technology and modern investigative techniques finally brought the truth to light. Then, Lauren takes us deep into two of Kansas’s creepiest urban legends. Fi...
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This week, we’re heading up north to the Constitution State—Connecticut! Lauren kicks things off with a look at two of the state’s eeriest cryptids: the mysterious Faceless People and the elusive Melonheads. The Faceless People are exactly what they sound like—strange figures with smooth, featureless faces and small holes for ears, who prefer to remain in the shadows. The ...
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This week, we're heading deep into the heart of the Bayou State—Louisiana! Kenzie starts us off with the chilling legend of the Myrtles Plantation, often hailed as one of the most haunted houses in America. From phantom footsteps and mysterious handprints to the infamous tale of a ghostly woman in a green turban, the plantation's storied past continues to draw in...
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This week, we’re heading to the Land of 10,000 Lakes—Minnesota! Lauren kicks things off with the haunting history of the Palmer House Hotel. Built on the site of a former hotel that burned to the ground, the Palmer House has become a hotspot for ghost hunters and paranormal investigators. From disembodied footsteps to unexplained shadows, it’s earned a reputation as one of...
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This week, we’re heading into the mysterious woods of Arkansas! Kenzie kicks things off with the legendary Fouke Monster—an elusive creature said to roam the swamps and forests near the town of Fouke. Then, Lauren dives into the unsettling true crime case of James Waybern Hall. Once a respected figure in his community, Hall harbored dark secrets that led to the brutal murd...
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Happy Independence Day, USA! This week, we dive into the chaos and crime that often unfold during July 4th festivities. We kick things off with some of the ridiculous (and illegal) predicaments people tend to find themselves in while celebrating the holiday. Then, Lauren shares the heartbreaking story of Deundray Cottrell, who was tragically murdered while visiting family ...
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This week, we head to the Heart of Dixie—Alabama! Kenzie begins with the heartbreaking story of Vicki DeBlieux, a kind-hearted woman whose life was tragically cut short after a trip to visit family. What started as a journey home ended in a senseless act of violence that left more questions than answers. Then, Lauren turns up the heat with one of Alabama’s most haunted loc...
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This week, we’re headed to the tropical paradise of Hawaii—but not for the sunshine and surf. Lauren dives into the legends of terrifying Hawaiian monsters and deities, including the powerful shapeshifting Mo‘o, the pig-man demigod Kamapua‘a, and the protective (but sometimes vengeful) ancestral spirits known as ‘Aumakua. These stories are deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture...
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This week, we’re heading to the beautiful Bluegrass State—Kentucky! Kenzie kicks things off with a chilling reminder of one of humanity’s oldest fears: being buried alive. In the 18th and 19th centuries, this wasn’t just a nightmare—it was a very real concern, especially for the Hatcher family of Pikeville. According to local legend, Octavia Hatcher was buried alive, and h...
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This week, we’re heading to the rugged wilds of the Granite State — New Hampshire! Lauren kicks things off with the eerie legend of the Woods Devils, elusive, Bigfoot-like creatures said to haunt the dense forests of the North Country. Then, Kenzie unravels the tale of Ocean Born Mary, a woman with a haunting origin — born on the high seas during a pirate siege. From shado...
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This week, we’re heading to South Dakota to cover two chilling cases. First, we look at the brutal 1995 murder of Mary K. Ross, a young mother whose life was taken in a horrifying murder-for-hire plot. Then, we revisit the decades-old mystery of Cheryl Miller and Pamela Jackson—two teens who vanished on their way to a party in 1971, only for their case to be unexpectedly s...
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This week, we're heading to the misty forests and rugged coastline of the Pacific Northwest to explore the eerie and unsettling tales from the state of Washington. Lauren kicks things off with not one, but three chilling disappearance cases that share uncanny similarities—each one part of a mysterious pattern that stretches far beyond state lines. Then, Kenzie tells t...
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This week, we head to Iowa to uncover chilling tales of spirits who may still be serving time. Kenzie explores the eerie history of the Squirrel Cage Jail in Council Bluffs—an old rotary jail that once held everyone from ax murderers to town drunks, whether they were awaiting trial or sleeping off a rough night. Some believe that some of the jailhouse residents have never ...
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