

Morbid
Ash Kelley & Alaina Urquhart
It’s a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Morbid is a true crime, creepy history and all things spooky podcast hosted by an autopsy technician and a hairstylist. Join us for a heavy dose of research with a dash of comedy thrown in for flavor.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 55min
Dennis Nilsen: The Kindly Killer (Part 1)
A grisly plumbing discovery leads investigators to a Muswell Hill flat and a chilling confession. The story traces a troubled childhood, military service, and growing isolation. It follows how lonely encounters in London spiraled into manipulation, murder, concealment, and disturbing postmortem behavior. Part one ends with a warning about darker material to come.

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Feb 2, 2026 • 1h 8min
The “Hitman” Murders
A tangled murder-for-hire plot unfolds with staged crime scenes and tampered ballistics. Motive centers on a trust fund and custody battles. Connections emerge through hotel records, phone calls, and purchases of hitman manuals. Trials, overturned convictions, a lawsuit against a publisher, and the long aftermath round out the shocking narrative.

Jan 30, 2026 • 2h 40min
January Bonus Episode: New Moon
A playful deep dive into New Moon’s most chaotic moments. They unpack Edward’s dramatic exit and Bella’s months-long depression montage. Jacob’s arrival, jorts and all, gets its own scrutiny. The Volturi’s power dynamics and unsettling members come under the microscope. Themes of toxic romance, mental health, tribal lore, and cliff-jump drama are teased with chaos and hot takes.

Jan 29, 2026 • 1h 7min
Listener Tale 106 : Comfy Queens
Cozy but creepy listener-submitted hauntings set the mood with slamming doors, returned wallets, and condensation figures. Stories include a protective spirit named Linda, eerie babysitting rules at an old mansion, and a child ghost called Danny who vanishes after a funeral. Short, unsettling moments and strange household phenomena keep the vibe snugly unnerving.

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Jan 26, 2026 • 1h 15min
Lizzie Halliday
A lurid true crime tale about a 19th century woman labeled “the worst” and her string of suspicious marriages. They trace her immigration, violent behavior, arson, and alleged poisonings. The story follows a farm discovery of multiple murders, a sensational trial and death sentence, a later insanity ruling, violent acts in an asylum, and her isolated final years.

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Jan 22, 2026 • 1h 8min
The Heaven’s Gate Tragedy
A chilling tale unfolds around the mass suicide in Rancho Santa Fe, where nearly forty lives were lost in a ritualistic act inspired by a belief in extraterrestrial beings. The discovery of the bodies reveals unsettling details, including prior surgical castrations. The group, fueled by their tech-savvy members, operated a web business, which funded their lifestyle. The narrative weaves in comparisons to Jonestown, alongside the complex life of their leader, Marshall Applewhite. Ultimately, listeners are left to ponder the humanity behind this tragic event.

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Jan 19, 2026 • 1h 5min
The Murder of Kitty Genovese
The chilling story of Kitty Genovese unfolds, revealing the tragic events of March 13, 1964. From her vibrant life as a bartender to a shocking double attack, her tale raises disturbing questions about neighborly indifference. Delving into the myth of thirty-eight witnesses, the hosts debunk the sensational narrative and highlight the real actions of those present during the attack. With insights into the killer's chilling confessions and the media’s role in shaping public perception, the podcast balances tragedy with a critique of societal apathy.

13 snips
Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 15min
Ricky Kasso: The Acid King
In the summer of 1984, a gruesome murder shocked a quiet Long Island suburb. The brutal killing of Gary Lauwers by his friend Ricky Kasso revealed a tangled web of drug use, occult rumors, and community indifference. As they delve into Ricky's troubled childhood and the rise of satanic panic, the hosts reveal how myth and reality blurred in the aftermath of the crime. The tragic story explores themes of youth vulnerability, societal neglect, and the chilling consequences of sensationalism.

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Jan 12, 2026 • 53min
The Sleeping Sickness Epidemic (1919-1930)
The podcast dives into the enigmatic sleeping sickness epidemic of the early 20th century. Listeners learn about the mysterious cases observed by doctors von Economo and Cruchet during World War I. The bizarre symptoms include profound lethargy, catatonia, and even hiccup epidemics. Explore how troop movements may have spread the illness globally and the chilling case of a young patient named Ruth. Despite numerous theories, the cause of encephalitis lethargica remains unsolved, leaving many questions about its sudden disappearance.

25 snips
Jan 8, 2026 • 1h 9min
The Mysterious Case of Sunny von Bulow
Delve into the mysterious case of Martha “Sunny” von Bulow, a wealthy socialite who fell into a coma under suspicious circumstances. The podcast explores her tumultuous marriage to Klaus, his affair, and the eerie events surrounding her medical incidents. Discover the dramatic private investigation that unearthed a black bag filled with sedatives and a syringe, leading to Klaus's attempted murder trial. The twists and turns of the legal battles, along with the unresolved family drama, keep listeners on the edge of their seats.


