Freaky Friday: Episode 140

Ancient civilizations around the world have included imagery of this mythic beast in pieces that have lasted centuries. In each culture, it represents something different - strength, nobility, an enemy to be defeated. But how did such a myth evolve in far-flung regions around the world with no connection to one another? Could these ancient monsters be even more ancient than we imagined? And are they hiding out waiting to be discovered to this very day? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Visit www.smartassandsass.com and use code CREEPY for 15% off your first subscription and shop orders -Go to prose.com/CREEPY for your FREE in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your order -Go to athenaclub.com and enter promo code SINISTER for 20% off your first order -Go to drinkolipop.com/CREEPY or use code CREEPY at checkout for 20% off your order plus FREE shipping -Go to JustThriveHealth.com and use code CREEPY at checkout for 15% off your order -Sign up with Stamps.com and use promo code CREEPY for a special offer that includes a 4- week trial, free postage, and a digital scale -Get your FREE LMNT Sample Pack at DrinkLMNT.com/CREEPY - This deal is not available on their regular website!

23 Helmi 20221h 14min

Arrested for something someone saw in their dreams, Ryan Ferguson hoped justice would prevail in court. He wasn’t prepared to face a corrupt system, fabricated evidence, and a prosecutor who seemed willing to do anything to win. It would take an army to right some of the wrongs, but an innocent man remains in jail and a killer is still on the loose. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Subscribe today to Love Murder on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts - Ready to give your brain some TLC? Download Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play -Sinisterhood is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SINISTER. Join the over 1,000,000 people who have taken charge of their mental health with the help of an experienced professional -Allform is offering twenty percent off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/CREEPY dot com slash creepy -Get 25% off Fabulous Premium by going to thefab.co/CREEPY  -Go to NativeDeo.com/SINISTER, or use promo code CREEPY at checkout, and get 25% off your first order -Go to GoodChop.com/CREEPY100 and use code CREEPY100 to get $100 off your first 3 boxes

16 Helmi 20221h 33min

A college town is shocked by the heinous and violent murder of one of the city’s most beloved journalists. For two years, the case was cold until an unlikely pair of suspects emerged. The only problem? There was no evidence linking either of them to the crime. Still, one of them confessed leading to a years-long battle for justice. Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Visit www.smartassandsass.com and use code CREEPY for 15% off your first subscription and shop orders -Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at Helixsleep.com/creepy -Visit hiyahealth.com/CREEPY or enter code CREEPY at checkout for 50% off your first order -Visit publicgoods.com/CREEPY or use code CREEPY at checkout for $15 off your first purchase -Go to JustThriveHealth.com and use code CREEPY at checkout for 15% off your order -Get your FREE LMNT Sample Pack at DrinkLMNT.com/CREEPY - This deal is not available on their regular website! -Visit parade.com/CREEPY and use code CREEPY to get 20% off your order

9 Helmi 20221h 23min

Three hearty lighthouse keepers. One jagged island with a tough reputation. They were prepared for harsh weather and isolated conditions, but suddenly they vanished. Did they simply succumb to harsh weather? Or was something more sinister to blame?  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 Zocdoc.com/CREEPY and download the Zocdoc app for free

2 Helmi 20221h 4min

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 January. You'll hear clips about: - Mysterious street art in Dallas that accuses the city's founders of being more than human; - One couple's heinously exclusionary guest list for their wedding; - What cryptid we'd make a documentary about; and - A Bridezilla's 17-point list of demands for guests of her wedding. If you like what you heard and want full versions of all this and more, head to patreon.com/sinisterhood for full details on all the benefits and to subscribe today!

28 Tammi 202231min

The past two years have made us all feel a little isolated. But this man took the concept of solitude to another level. 27 years in the woods alone, and he never once sought out human contact. He sought out other things, though, - books, food, clothes, tools, and anything else he could get his hands on. Was he an unrepentant criminal or just a guy trying to make it on his own? Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Go to prose.com/CREEPY for your FREE in-depth hair consultation and 15% off your order

26 Tammi 20221h 30min

A legendary brand. A family legacy. A tumultuous love affair that cost a man his life. Hollywood has put its own spin on this story, but the movie’s subjects have made their anger with their portrayal well known. Is there more to this story than the film would have you believe?  Please consider supporting the companies that support us! -Sinisterhood is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/SINISTER

19 Tammi 20221h 12min

This viral story took the internet by storm. A lone man haunted and paralyzed by the ghost of a small boy. Did this escalate into a full-on demonic possession or were we all the victims - haunted by an attention-hungry internet charlatan?

12 Tammi 20221h 22min