Offbeat: Haunted Appalachia

"Offbeat" is our brand new weekly mini-show departing from our usual Appalachian true crime to bring you nightmarish tales, spooky history, hauntings, and all things creepy in Appalachia. Each Wednesday a new epsiode of Mountain Murders Offbeat will be available for those who subscribe to the show. On our first Offbeat episode, Heather and Dylan discuss Asheville's Highland Hospital which was created during the asylum era. We'll dive into the hospital's unsavory history, unorthodox treatments of the time, and one of the most famous patients--Zelda Fitzgerald. Zelda died tragically at the hospital and her ghost is said to haunt the grounds to this day! Take a listen to Mountain Murder's Offbeat! email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com with your suggestions or feedbackBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

21 Okt 202037min

Grady Stiles Jr aka Lobster Boy on episode 106. Grady was a sideshow performer on the carnival circuit born with a rare disorder called ectrodactyly. He was an alcoholic who mercilessly abused his wife and children. Grady's violence escalates and someone loses their life! Then Grady becomes a victim of a murder for hire plot himself. Listen to this bizarre tale of true crime on Mountain Murders Podcast. Intro Music By Joe Buck YourselfHosts: Heather and Dylan PackerEmail: MountainMurdersPodcast@gmail.comToday's sponsor is https://cafeduchateau.net/You don’t need an expensive coffee machine in order to make great coffee at home. Use our discount code: mountainmurderspodcast for 20% off your purchaseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

19 Okt 20201h 10min

A former Kentucky Police Officer and Attorney named Andrew C Thornton II parachuted to his death in 1985--carrying thousands in cash and with $75 million in cocaine strapped to his body. His death remains a mystery. Investigators soon uncover a vast conspiracy with reaches into Kentucky's elite including top politicians. A scandalous tale filled with murder, mayhem, Pablo Escobar and a bear....! Mountain Murders takes a look at Kentucky's most notorious true crime story often called a bluegrass conspiracy. Intro Music by Joe Buck YourselfHosts Heather and DylanEmail mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.comToday's sponsor is Everlasting Comfort. Use our discount code: mountainmurderspodcast for 20% off products.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

12 Okt 20201h 53min

It's spooky season! Mountain Murders can't get enough of your listener stories. This episode 104 features creepy stories about oujia boards, cryptids, haunted houses, axe murderers and a truly funny story about an airplane! We'd love to hear from you! Have a creepy, scary, funny or wacky story you want to share with us? We'll feature it on our show. Email us at mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.comIntro by Joe Buck YourselfHosts: Heather and DylanFind us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok! Thank you to our sponsor Everlasting Comfort. Use our code:mountainmurderspodcast for 20% off any product on their website.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

11 Okt 20201h 18min

A Virginia school teacher named Edith Maxwell found herself in a media frenzy when journalists nicknamed her "The Slipper Slayer" and "Hillbilly Pine Girl." Maxwell was accused and eventually found guilty of murdering her alcoholic father, Trigg in 1935 Pound, VA. Her case would make headlines, sparking a movie based on her story, and ultimately support from a First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. Intro Music by Joe Buck Yourself. Email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.comHosts: Heather & Dylan Special Offer!! Cafe Du Chateau is offering Mountain Murders listeners 20% off. Use the code:mountainmurderspodcast on the website: https://cafeduchateau.net/discount/mountainmurderspodcastWe love the cold brew press!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

5 Okt 20201h

The tragic death of Kathleen Peterson and the murder trial of her husband, Michael, gained global attention in the early 2000s. The Peterson's seemed to have it all. A beautiful home, success, and popularity among the southern city of Durham, NC.Mountain Murders will look into the murder story that won't go away. We'll discuss Kathleen's death, Michael's trial and the aftermath such as the Netflix docuseries The Staircase. Beyond a reasonable doubt? Is Michael Peterson guilty? Do you believe the owl theory? Intro music by Joe Buck YourselfHosts Heather & Dylan email: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

28 Sep 20201h 19min

Mountain Murders is taking a break from true crime to deliver some of the creepiest, scariest and most off the wall listener stories! From ghosts, hotel horrors and goofy tales, you're sure to be entertained with stories from our wonderful listeners. Email us at mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.com to share your spooky stories! Or just drop us a line with an unbelievable experience for a future episode. Hosted by Heather & DylanIntro Music By Joe Buck YourselfBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

19 Sep 202054min

Samuel Little is considered to be the most prolific serial killer in US history. Between 1970-2005, Little has confessed to 93 murders. FBI crime analysts believe his confessions are credible.Born in Reynolds, Georgia to a teenage prostitute in the 1940s, Samuel Little had a problematic upbringing. From an early age, Little engaged in various criminal enterprises eventually leading to murder. Mountain Murders will dive into the story of Samuel Little including details of his crimes, his marginalized victims and how their cries for help were ignored by the justice system. Little's crime spree lasted for decades and spanned across the United States. It took multiple law enforcement agencies to bring him to justice. Thank you for 100 episodes!Hosts: Heather & DylanIntro Music by Joe Buck YourselfEmail: mountainmurderspodcast@gmail.comSupport the show by joining us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mountainmurderspodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mountain-murders--3281847/support.

15 Sep 20201h 32min