Sinisterhood

Sinisterhood

Sinisterhood is the comedy podcast about all things sinister, covering true crime, cults, cryptids, unsolved mysteries, and strange phenomena. Join Dallas-based comedians and best friends Christie Wallace and Heather McKinney each Wednesday as they bring you weekly episodes with plenty of research, lots of laughs, and legal insight from Heather, a licensed attorney. Plus, catch all new odd but true tales submitted by listeners every Friday.

Episodes

December 12, 2025 72 mins
My Sister Isn't a Murderer... Is She?; Strangers on a Train; Dolls in the Trees; Scammer Scare; Is Santa the Hat Man?; and Deranged Parent ‘Prank’.

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Today, we’re joined by someone whose work you’ve almost definitely heard.

Natalie Robehmed is an award-winning journalist and executive producer at Campside Media. She’s the writer behind WeCrashed, the chart-topping investigation into WeWork that became a hit Apple TV+ series, and she’s spent her career unpacking what power looks like when it goes off the rails.

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Vanguard Prefect. Jness. DoS. This wellness MLM packed with confusing jargon was actually a brutal sex cult in disguise. It's schlubby leader hypnotized his followers, preyed on their vulnerabilities, and recruited many to harm others on his behalf. After a dramatic 2019 arrest in Mexico, the story was far from over. This week's episode is NXIVM Cult Update: Where Are They Now?

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December 5, 2025 75 mins
Campus Attack; My Own Poisoning Story; My Cousin is a Florida Man; Savannah Wedding Ghosts; I Also saw a UAP in Portland on the 15 of November; and The Mystery of the Christmas Shop Elf.

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His reputation was larger than life, bolstered by Hollywood movies and a hometown that held tight to his story long after his death. But the truth of what happened on a dark road in 1967 would finally come to light six decades later, thanks to the work of independent researchers and investigators interested more in truth than legend. This week's episode is The Murder of Pauline Pusser and the Truth About Buford - Part 2.
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November 28, 2025 71 mins
This week brings select previous Freaky Friday stories, as we take some time off to be with family for the holiday. We wish everyone the best and are so thankful for all of our great listeners. Thank you all for listening and for all of your support. 

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November 26, 2025 53 mins
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family, stuff yourself with delicious sides, and according to this legend, protect yourself from an enormous, 500-pound turkey. This feathered monster terrorizes the hills of the American Northwest, wreaking havoc on hunters and their automobiles. But is it really something to fear or nothing more than gobbledygook? This week's episode is Gobblesquatch.

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November 21, 2025 77 mins
Some Good Ol’ Boy Corruption; Witnessing ICE Activity in My Community; Response to the Mom in the Most Recent Freaky Friday Concerned for Her Daughters Safety Over Ex-Boyfriend Stalking; Response to 11/14 Mom Whose Teen Daughter Is Stalked by an Ex; The Gold Miner's Cottage; and UFO????

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Made famous by Hollywood, this small town sheriff supposedly took up his post to fight crime. After decades of mythmaking, the truth behind his many exploits paint a much different pictures that what the movies sold us. This week's episode is The Murder of Pauline Pusser and the Truth About Buford - Part 1

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November 14, 2025 78 mins
Was I Almost Just Trafficked in a McDonald's Playplace?; Potential Poisoning on my Watch; A Cautionary Tale; Did I Almost Get Got?!; The Time We Thought My Sister Went Missing; and EVP on the Circle Line - The Statue of Liberty’s Budget Ghost?!

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You may recognize him from the famous line in his biopic - “I’m the captain now,” but there was more to this merchant mariner’s story than what Hollywood depicted. Failed sabotage attempts. Savage beatings. And a lot of chocolate Pop-Tarts. This week’s episode is Captain Phillips and the Maersk Alabama Hijacking.

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November 7, 2025 74 mins
All Aboard! This week we team up with Henry Zebrowski and Ed Larson live on board the Liberty of the Seas, at CrimeWave at Sea -  to break down the dark side of cruise life, the death of Dick Cheney, the phenomenon of women going missing on cruise ships, The Bermuda Triangle, the unlucky old lady forgotten at Lizard Island, and much, much more...

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November 5, 2025 92 mins
A world-renowned artist held at gunpoint; a scary clown with an out-of-control tongue; AITAs and FMK - this week's episode is our Patreon Extravaganza.

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October 31, 2025 69 mins
True Crime on a Cruise Ship; Gut feeling /ICE Raid; Not the Scary Halloween We Wanted; Just a Haunted House? Or a Portal to Hell?; Elmo Haunted My Daughter; and The Legend of Werewolf Springs

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One of North America’s only true castles is tucked into the hills of Vermont. It has become known for its hundreds of rare artifacts, beautiful stained glass, and the restless spirits that dwell within. From unexplained music echoing through the halls to shadowy figures and voices that answer when no one’s there, this castle has earned its spooky reputation, and we spent the night inside all 13,131 square feet of it. This week...
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October 24, 2025 57 mins
A Literal Man Vs. Bear Situation And My #Iamvanessaguillen Story; “It’s Your Fault”; Halloween Took a Turn; Ask and You Shall Receive – A Haunting In New Hampshire; Tear in Space-Time?; and UFO Sighting Update…. It Happened Again.

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October 23, 2025 42 mins
If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments. Subscribe today to get full segments plus hundreds of hours of past content.

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When their loved one vanished from one of the largest military bases in the country, this Texan family refused to be silent. What began as a desperate search soon turned into a national call for justice and a promise that her legacy would protect others who serve. This week's episode is The Disappearance of Vanessa Guillén - Part 2.

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October 17, 2025 72 mins
Fort Hood - A Portal to Hell; #IAMVANESSAGUILLÉN - Coast Guard Horror Story; What Do An Ice Pick, a TV Tray Table, and a Wood Saw Have in Common?; A follow up- Aliens Snatched Me Out of my Bed; The Invisible Guests; and Please Spread the News: Fuck ICE

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She joined the Army to serve her country but when she arrived on one of the nation's largest bases, the new recruit soon realized things weren't what she expected. When her family suddenly lost contact with her, they were forced to face off against the entire military system itself. This week's episode is The Disappearance of Vanessa Guillén - Part 1.

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