The Stabbin Stylist

The Stabbin Stylist

In the South, no one talks more than a woman in a hair salon. As hairstylists in Appalachia, we hear it all. From gossip to ghost stories and the kind of true crime that makes you check your locks twice. We are a Southern True Crime podcast dedicated to sharing exclusively Southern cases and all the Spooky Thangs that lurk in the hollers, bayous, and backroads of the South. From unsolved mysteries to hauntings that will give you chills, we dive deep into the dark side of our region. Don’t whistle in the woods at night.

Episodes

August 4, 2025 11 mins
In this episode, we’re heading deep into the hills of Appalachia to uncover the chilling and unforgettable story of Aunt Jenny Johnson and her sons, the infamous Brooks Gang.

What began as a brutal act of violence during the Civil War—when Jenny’s husband was hanged and her eldest son was murdered in front of her—sparked a decades long path of bloodshed and vengeance. Jenny swore a blood oath with her surviving sons, ...
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Patty Striker was found shot dead inside the Striker Premium Winery, the winery she and her husband owned in Athens, Tennessee on April 10, 2000.

In her 2014, her widower shot both of their children then himself. 
The children survived, he did not.

Join us about this unsolved (but partly solved?) case of Patty Striker.

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July 16, 2025 46 mins
Marty Davis was a 35 year old Episcopalian priest in Chattanooga, TN. He was the first openly gay priest in the area and the youngest ordained priest in Tennessee at the time of his ordination.

On the morning of July 16, 1997, Marty was found dead on his living room floor. 
27 years later, Marty’s murder remains unsolved and there has been very little movement on his case. 

Three years ago we decided to m...
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July 7, 2025 8 mins
From the 1970s through the 1990s, Cleveland, Tennessee wasn’t just known for church steeples and Southern charm. It was also ground zero for one of the most widespread white-collar crimes in the country: odometer fraud.

In this episode, we peel back the layers of a shocking automotive scam that involved used car dealers, repair shops, car haulers, and even organized crime networks, all working together to roll back ve...
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June 23, 2025 6 mins
Mysterious, massive, and deeply controversial, the Georgia Guidestones stood for over 40 years before being reduced to rubble in a shocking 2022 bombing. Who built them? What did their eerie commandments mean? And why were they so feared?

In this episode, we dig into the secrets behind the Guidestones, from their cryptic inscriptions and astronomical alignments to the conspiracy theories and mystery surrounding their ...
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June 9, 2025 16 mins
In December 1997, the quiet town of Santa Claus, Georgia was shaken by a heartbreaking tragedy. 20-year-old Jerry Scott Heidler broke into the Daniels family home, taking the lives of four loved ones and kidnapping three children.⁣

This week, we’re sharing the story behind the case known as The Santa Claus Murders—a devastating event that left a lasting impact on the community and sparked a statewide investigation.⁣<...
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May 26, 2025 17 mins
In the summer of 1946, Athens, Tennessee, became the site of the only successful armed rebellion in America since the Revolutionary War.

Enter the villain of this story: Paul Cantrell. Backed by Tennessee’s powerful political machine, Cantrell used corruption, voter fraud, and police brutality to maintain control over McMinn County. His regime, continued by his crony Pat Mansfield, was marked by election rigging, unla...
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May 12, 2025 10 mins
In the Appalachian town once known as McCays—now Copperhill, Tennessee—a powerful lawyer was gunned down in cold blood, setting off a whirlwind of scandal, betrayal, and courtroom drama. Was it a hired hit orchestrated by his wealthy wife, or the act of a desperate miner caught in a deadly conspiracy?

This week, we unravel the twisted tale of W.A. Guinn’s murder, the trial of James Allen.

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April 28, 2025 18 mins
When Elva Zona Heaster Shue was found dead at the bottom of the stairs, her husband Edward “Trout” Shue insisted it was an accident. But Zona’s mother knew better, because Zona’s ghost told her the truth.

This chilling case is the only known instance where testimony from a ghost helped convict a murderer. From suspicious behavior at the scene to a spectral confession, this story is pure Appalachian folklore meets true...
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April 14, 2025 21 mins
Burch Biggs was no ordinary sheriff. From moonshine raids as a teen to wielding political power in Polk County, TN, his name became synonymous with corruption, scandal, and backroom deals. He built a legacy through intimidation, rigged elections, and even outright ballot destruction by throwing votes into the river to secure his control.
Under his watch, violence was common. Names like Garret Hedden, James Spurling, David ...
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March 31, 2025 18 mins
We’re heading back to Polk County, Tennessee, where moonshine, murder, and family feuds ran deep. After covering Bill Hedden’s case, we dug deeper and uncovered the wild, violent history of his uncle, Garrett Hedden.
From shooting his own brother in 1898 to a bloody standoff with revenue agents, Garrett was a true outlaw. But his own family would be his downfall. In 1903, his nephew and moonshining partner Riley Hedden nea...
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March 17, 2025 31 mins
In this episode, Randa dives into the story of the H.L. Hunley, the Confederate submarine that made history as the first to sink an enemy ship in combat. Disappearing shortly after its successful attack in 1864, the Hunley remained lost for over a century, fueling legends and speculation. 

Join us as we unravel the mystery of its final moments, the eerie discoveries made after its recovery, and the unanswered question...
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March 3, 2025 22 mins
Our community has been shaken by the tragic news of a homicidevof Karen Liner on January 27, 2025 in Cleveland, Tennessee. Since then, her ex-husband, Craig Liner, has been charged in her death.
This hits close to home for all of us, and our hearts are with everyone affected by this tragedy. We send love and strength to those impacted and hold hope for a swift resolution and justice for Karen.
Join us as we dive into t...
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February 17, 2025 8 mins
On March 23, 1955, what started as a simple fishing trip in rural Tennessee ended in a brutal family slaying. Henry Bratcher and his cousin Billy Gibbs were enjoying the warmer weather when a disagreement (believed to be over money) turned deadly.

A shocking tale of greed, betrayal, and senseless violence, this is the tragic case of the Bratcher family murders.

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February 3, 2025 7 mins
New Orleans is no stranger to dark and twisted history, but few stories are as eerie as the legend of the Casket Girls. Sent from France in the 1700s to be the colony’s future brides, these pale skinned women arrived with coffin like trunks, only for those chests to later be found mysteriously empty. As strange deaths plagued the city, rumors spread that the girls had smuggled something sinister into the French Quarter… or tha...
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January 28, 2025 56 secs
Our community has been shaken by the devastating homicide of Karen Liner, a well-known local realtor. On January 27th Karen was found at her home at 135 Arthur Lane NW, and investigators have are still actively working the scene.

61-year-old Charlton Craig Liner is in custody, charged with the murder of his ex-wife, Karen Liner. He now faces charges of first-degree murder and felony murder and is being held at the Bra...
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January 10, 2025 12 mins
In the summer of 1982, a young woman’s life was brutally cut short in a case that would remain unsolved for years, only to reveal a twisted tale of jealousy, manipulation, and murder. This is the story of Sharon Elise George, a recent high school graduate from Bradley Central High School in Cleveland, Tennessee, and the horrifying events that led to her disappearance and eventual death.
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December 23, 2024 12 mins
Episode 65 is here, and it’s a cryptid classic!
This week we’re uncovering the mystery of the Mothman.
Is he a warning, a menace, or just the world’s creepiest night owl?
Tune in as we flutter through the lore, the sightings, and the spooky small-town vibes that made him a legend. 
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December 9, 2024 13 mins
This episode explores the chilling 1942 deaths of Lecia Headen, Arlene Dillon Glowan, and her two-year-old son in Polk County, TN. 
The case centers on Constable Bill Hedden, Lecia’s brother-in-law, whose erratic behavior and conflicting testimonies eventually led to his conviction for Lecia’s murder.
Bill Hedden was executed by electrocution on March 30, 1943, less than five months after the murders. The case remains ...
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November 25, 2024 17 mins
In this episode, we dive into the chilling case of Patrice Endres, a beloved hair salon owner who vanished without a trace on April 15, 2004, in Cumming, Georgia. Patrice disappeared in broad daylight during a 13-minute gap, leaving behind an unfinished workday, a devastated family, and a trail of unanswered questions.

Randa will explore the timeline of her disappearance, the eerie clues left behind at her salon, and ...
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