Haunt & Cold Podcast

Haunt & Cold Podcast

A paranormal and true crime podcast based in Utah! Join hosts April Bennett and Katie Wareing for bi-weekly episodes!

Episodes

February 11, 2024 149 mins

We found it fitting to go back to our roots for this episode, April and Katie are back in the car and on the road! (well, parking lot) In this episode, April tells us the heartbreaking story of Ruby Franke's son escaping from Jodie Hildebrandt's home to save himself and his sister. The children were abused and malnourished by the hands of Jodie Hildebrandt under the guise of therapeutic treatment. When at home with their mo...

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Welcome to another episode of Haunt and Cold where we tell you stories of mystery, crime, and the supernatural. Nestled in the capital of Delaware sits the Woodburn Mansion, which has homed many of the state's Senators and Governors. Katie tells us about it's fascinating history and the spirits that were left behind, but what goes on behind the gates now, is truly is a mystery. Afterwards, April tells us about the gruesome...

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November 1, 2023 78 mins

We are never short on technical difficulties, but we made it happen. April comes in with a heavy hitter this month, telling us the cruel and gruesome crimes of one of the most notorious serial killers in the UK, Jack the Ripper. Not only is Jack the Ripper's identity still a mystery but also his motive! Thanks for Listening! 

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Hey there, welcome to Haunt & Cold Podcast! In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the wild unknowns of WYOMING!! Are you ready for these spooky stories? April recounts the thrilling and wild tale of the Lil Miss murder, while Katie shares stories of the ghosts that linger at the Old Faithful Inn.

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It. Never. Ends. April and Katie attempted to record IN PERSON this week but the weather had other ideas. So once we got home, warm and dry we continued our stories.

This week, we drew the state of Idaho! Get cozy, bake yourself an Idaho Potato and listen up! April tells us the gruesome story of the Idaho 4. The 4 college students brutally murdered in their home they rented together. We cover the evidence collected by investigators...

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Happy April Fools! We truly meant to release this episode as promised on the 1st day of the month, but, life threw us some curve balls and we just had to roll with it! So, as a happy accident, we've ended up releasing this episode on the LAST day of the month instead, ha! Joke's on you. If you're not on Patreon, you're listening to this in October so you don't even realize the chaos that ensued 6 months ago! Anyway, thank you so ...
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Welcome to Episode 53 of Haunt & Cold podcast, this episode we are ON THE ROAD! but more importnantly, HAPPY 2ND ANNIVERSARY TO THE PODCAST!! Celebrate 2 years with us! Tag us in your fall festivities and let us know you're listening! We love to see it! In this episode, we are on the edge of our seats as we explore the mysterious disappearance of Susan Powell and the discuss the eerie hauntings surrounding Benson Grist Mil...

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September 5, 2023 46 mins

April's story this week has been removed for sensitivity reasons. We apologize for any offense that may have been taken by the way this story was told. We may release again in the future when more information comes to light.

But don't fret! Katie tells us a story about when a young woman went missing late September 1895 in Salt Lake City, Utah. But when police began to dig for answers, a lot of the signs (and smells) point...

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Ever seen a rhomulus cloud? April might have. We, as always, are a genuine mess. This episode, April shares a well-known missing person case from St. George, Utah. The disappearance of Macin Smith is a total mystery. What happened to Macin? There are more questions than answers surrounding this case. Join #MacinsArmy by joining Help Find Macin Smith facebook group to be in the loop about the latest up-to-date information regarding...
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Episode 50! Can you believe it? We made it one episode without technical issues that is, until Katie jinxed us and the technical issues kept on comin'! Luckily, even though we recorded through a thunderstorm, we still were able to deliver a quality episode! Take a listen to the chaos! In this episode, April tells us about the lawsuit against Dr. David Broadbent where he sexually assaulted his patients during their OBGYN visits. Ka...
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For this month's ODD story, April shares with us a tragic story from Dublin, Ireland. Anastasia "Ana" Kriégel began her life as a Russian orphan and was eventually blessed with AMAZING parents but what she struggled with most were her peers. From harassment to bullying she could never catch a break. On May 14, 2018 she was lead to her deadly fate and her body was found after a widespread effort 3 days later.  Thank you so much...

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Episode 49 coming at you from the road! On our drive, April tells us the heartbreaking story of what was found in Megan Huntsman's garage. Katie tells us about the souls haunting Mercur Ghost Town and Cemetary. Will we survive the climb? Will something or someone follow us home? Thanks for watching/listening to Haunt and Cold! Do you have spooky stories of your own?? Submit your story at hauntandcold.com and we may read it for a B...
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We are summer lovin with our BBQ's, rollercoasters, and making plans to go where ever the hell we are goin! This episode April shares with us the details surrounding the tragic cold case of 15 year old Debbie Marie Grabher. She went missing in the early hours of January 16, 1992. Only a couple people saw her in the last few moments before she disappeared. What do you think happened? Do you know anyone or anything involved in t...

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July 1, 2023 53 mins

When we were kids we adored our toys and stuffed animals. We loved them so much that we would take care of them by tucking them in at night and never leaving them alone for too long. Of course that was all play and pretend. However, for one of our toys it may have been more than that. It was Halloween time in 1998 when the first generation of Furby was released since then, urban legends surrounding the toy have circulated and have ...

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We're on the ROAD AGAIN. We hope you enjoy these episodes, because they are our favorites! In this episode, April tells us the heartbreaking story of Ivan Nickolas “Nick” Vetecnik and the facts surrounding his murder. Nick left this world much too soon, but his murderer's sentencing is taking WAY too long. Once we reach our destination, Katie tells us about the history of BYU (we also share some opinions) then tells us all about th...
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Where are you on the roller coaster of life? Us? we're pretty sure we're on an upswing but unsure how long it will last before our next downward spiral. So, we'll enjoy the view while it lasts! This episode April tells us about a fairly recent murder of a University of Utah athlete who was murdered by her possessive ex-boyfriend. Lauren did everything right, it's a tragedy what happened to her. Whether you pronounce...

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Either it's a happy New Year or happy...spring? Perfect time to be giving up those gardening tips, eh? Did you live up to your New Year's resolution? Let us know :)

This episode April tells us an awful, awful story about a Canadian serial killer named Robert Pickton aka: "Willie" this dude... is the worst kind of dude. Trigger warning: you may lose your appetite after this one. 

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This episode we're happy to report that books make you literate and making friends is hard, but possible. April covers an awful, awful case from Clearfield, Utah with horrific stories containing sexual assaults and murders ranging from 1992 - 2002. Finally, a monster named Mark Burns was captured after being referred to as The Clearfield Rapist. Katie's story takes us to a local legend in southern Utah County known as the ...

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Getting back to our roots for episode 44, we're on the road! Not just any road, but one of Utah's most haunted roads... The Big Cottonwood Canyon! On the way up, April tells us the story of the tragic death of Eric Richins and the recent arrest in connection with his murder. On the way down, Katie tells us the history and eerie sounds and sights of Big Cottonwood Canyon. If you're a Patron, I hope you enjoy the views on...

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Brrrr!! It's cold where we are - so Katie brought us a winter-themed ghost story! Have you ever heard of Japan's winter ghost, the Yuki-onna? If you see her, don't talk to her but don't ignore her either and you'll be fine!

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