Episode 180: Sherri Papini - Part 1

Listener note: This episode contains discussions of alleged child sexual abuse and suicide. With her hypnotic voice and clever use of technology, Teal Swan amassed an online following that numbered in the millions. But the increased attention brought increased scrutiny - from regulators, cult experts, and victims’ families. Were the allegations that she was running a cult baseless or were they rooted in her own documented behavior?  Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Sinisterhood is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SINISTER -Go to prose.com/CREEPY for your FREE in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your order -Visit Embarkvet.com and use promo code CREEPY to get free shipping and save $50

17 Elo 20221h 31min

Attempted murder via airplane, I Took a Flight Lesson with the Lolita Express Pilot, Psychic Grandma Story, A Grave-full of Armadillos, Tiny Alien Invasion in my Bedroom?, and Drive Thru Danger. Click here to submit your odd but true story for Freaky Friday

12 Elo 202249min

The founding family of Raleigh built their empire high on the hill of the town and the legacy they left outlasted any of their mortal lives. Pianos playing, children running, a house alive with spirits - of history and the paranormal.  Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at Helixsleep.com/creepy -Visit MyKitsch.com/SINISTER for 30% off your entire order

10 Elo 20221h 35min

A chilling serial killer connection, A brush with true crime - therapist edition, Creepy neighbors on the underground railroad, UFO? or worse... the government, A body's been found, and The babysitter who lied. Click here to submit your odd but true story for Freaky Friday

5 Elo 202238min

Listener note: This episode contains discussions of alleged child sexual abuse and suicide. Having escaped a harrowing situation, Teal Bosworth took shelter with a newfound love. Together, they began harnessing her spiritual gifts - putting on workshops, providing therapy sessions, and churning out Teal’s teachings to the masses. But it seemed the more people she reached, the more were being harmed.  Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Visit oliveandjune.com/CREEPY and use code CREEPY for 20% off your first Mani System! This is an exclusive offer you can ONLY get here! -Sinisterhood is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SINISTER - Ready to give your brain some TLC? Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play

3 Elo 20221h 5min

If you aren't subscribed to our Patreon, we wanted to give you a glimpse of what we've got going on. This mega-mix of clips brings you some of our favorite segments from the month of July. Subscribe today to get full segments plus hundreds of hours of past content. You'll hear: • True Crime Headlines: Update on Kristin Smart • True Crime Headlines: Petito Family Lawsuit • Off My Chest: Clown Party Foul • Live Q&A: Fun in the Chat and Broken Household Items • Livestream Am I The Asshole?: GPS inside Raggedy Ann If you like what you hear and want full versions of all this and more, head to patreon.com/sinisterhood for full details on all the benefits to subscribe today!

30 Heinä 202230min

It Could Have Been Me - My "sliding doors" moment; Shadow Ghost, Husband, or Hatman? You decide!; That time I thought Pennywise kidnapped my son; My Parents Saw Bigfoot's Backside; Is there murder afoot? This mystery doesn't fall flat; and That One Time I was Punched in the Face by a Murderer. Click here to submit your odd but true story for Freaky Friday

29 Heinä 202247min

Listener note: This episode contains discussions of alleged child sexual abuse and suicide. A beautiful YouTuber gained millions of views, but the families of some of those swayed by her videos claim she took her influence too far. Soon accusations of practicing counseling without a license, leading a cult, and exerting mind control over her followers gained this content creator and spiritual leader quite a reputation. Is she a source of comfort for her followers? Or is she creating a community under her total control? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Visit Embarkvet.com and use promo code CREEPY to get free shipping and save $50  -Visit MyKitsch.com/SINISTER for 30% off your entire order -Visit Littlepassports.com/CREEPY for 20% off

27 Heinä 20221h 14min