It's a very haunted Christmas at our houses this year! We are decking the halls with pure nightmare fuel (with a few laughs mixed in). We're talking Frau Perchta, the winter witch who rewards the good and violently reorganizes your insides if you're bad & Krampus, Saint Nick's emotionally unstable naughty list enforcer. Plus, we unwrap a handful of cursed Christmas Reddit stories that prove the most terrifying part of the holidays isn't your relatives... Consider this your official warning to behave this holiday season!

Takeaways:

1. This episode delves into the darker aspects of Christmas folklore, revealing unsettling tales that challenge our traditional perceptions of the holiday.
2. We explore the duality of figures like Frau Perchta and Krampus, who reward the virtuous while punishing the wicked in terrifying ways.
3. Listeners are cautioned to reflect on their behavior, as the ominous presence of Krampus serves as a reminder of the consequences of naughtiness.
4. The chilling narratives shared in this episode illustrate how folklore can serve as a means of instilling morality through fear and cautionary tales.

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Sources for this episode:

1. Frau Perchta, Terrifying Christmas Witch
2. Fearsome Frau Perchta
3. The History of Perchta
4. Frau Perchta, The Belly Slitter
5. Youtube- Krampus Show 2025
6. Krampus- The Winter Devil
7. Krampus Christmas Legend
8. Youtube- The Krampus Song
9. Reddit Users: u/MegaNekkoAnji

: u/KnivesOut21

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In this episode, we blast off into the unnerving universe of aliens, UFOs, and all things that go beep-boop in the night. Join us (Haley & Tammy), your favorite mother-daughter duo, as we unpack bizarre sightings, questionable government behavior (as usual), and personal accounts that range from "huh?" to "oh absolutely not." Expect mysterious lights in the sky, weird time-slips, cosmic side-eye, and enough extraterrestrial chaos to make you double-check your windows before bed. It's creepy, it's funny, and it may or may not convince you that Earth is the sketchiest rest stop on the galactic highway. Buckle up- things are about to get weird.

Takeaways:

• The episode delves into the historical accounts of UFO sightings, including Alexander the Great's reported encounters that suggest extraterrestrial involvement in his military conquests.
• Listeners are introduced to the infamous abduction story of Betty and Barney Hill, who experienced a harrowing encounter with alien beings in the early 1960s.
• The discussion raises questions regarding the nature of aliens, suggesting they could be future humans or interdimensional beings, provoking profound philosophical inquiries.
• Whitley Strieber's experiences reveal chilling aspects of alien encounters, highlighting the emotional and psychological impacts on individuals who have faced such phenomena.
• They discuss more recent cases of military professionals and commercial pilots having knowledge and documentation of UAPs.

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Sources:

• https://unknowncountry.com/
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yyl23Xuq28
• Alexander The Great
• Alien Sightings By Famous People
• Ancient Visitors-Egypt
• Betty & Barney Hill
• Betty & Barney Hill
• A Honeymoon Hi-jacked By Aliens
• Evidence of Early Alien Contact With Earth-Ancient Aliens
• https://www.safeaerospace.org/
• NPR-UFO Hearing
• The...

You don't have to be alive to be involved in a murder. Ghosts can participate too ya know?

In this episode, we (Haley & Tammy) discuss the only two documented cases in history where a ghost was involved in a murder trial. The Bell Witch, who terrorized a Tennessee family with the confidence of a ghost who definitely skipped anger management, and The Greenbrier Ghost, the only murder victim bold enough to come back and testify from beyond the grave.

Join us as we unpack vengeful spirits, suspicious husbands, spectral court appearances, and the kind of 1800s drama that proves ghosts have always been petty. It's spooky, it's hilarious, and it's exactly the kind of energy you've come to expect from your favorite mother-daughter paranormal duo. Tune in.. if you dare.

Takeaways:

• The podcast delves into the chilling tales of the Bell Witch and the Greenbrier ghost, emphasizing their connections to actual murders that amplify their eeriness.
• Listeners are encouraged to share their own paranormal experiences, whether they are spooky or simply unexplainable.
• The historical context surrounding the Bell Witch legend highlights the family's unsettling experiences that began with a strange creature sighting.
• The episode illustrates the phenomenon of spiritualism in the 1800s, illustrating how societal changes influenced beliefs in the supernatural and the afterlife.
• In discussing the Greenbrier ghost, the podcast explores how the ghost's testimony led to the conviction of her murderer, marking a rare instance in legal history.
• Listeners are reminded to approach discussions about spirits with respect, as local lore suggests that speaking negatively about the Bell Witch may bring misfortune.

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Research Resources:

The Bell Witch:

• The Horrifying Story of The Bell Witch (Youtube)
• Sam & Colby-The Bell Witch Cave (Youtube)
• Mr Ballen- The Bell Witch Haunting (Youtube)
• bellwitchcave.com
• tnmuseum.org
• customshousemuseum.org
• chattanoogapulse.com
• Travel Channel recap of Zak Bagans/Ghost Adventures: The Bell Witch Cave (Youtube)

The Greenbrier Ghost:

• The Greenbrier Ghost: Appalachia True Stories (Youtube)
• greenbrierwv.com