Japan is scarce in critical natural resources and has been heavily dependent on imported energy, so nuclear energy has been a national strategic priority since the 1970s. Japan's power companies had strived to make nuclear power the key to combining environmental conservation with economic growth and energy security, however after a number of disas…

TW: domestic violence, animal abuse If you or someone you know is a victim of Domestic Abuse, I urge you to reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline by calling 800-799-7233 or by texting START to 88788. Lee Mikeal Cawthon had an extensive history of being a violent individual and possessive partner. Early indications showed that he had n…

It’s the beginning of the end, or is it the end of the beginning. It’s April Fool’s Day! No, it’s … ROGUE TRANSMISSIONS: April Fool’s Day Edition Rogue Transmissions is proud to present the following stories: City on the Edge of Oblivion from Octoberpod The Origins of April Fool’s Day from Freaky as F#ck Brew Crime Presents: There’s a Joke in There…

The podcasters of the Darkcast Network have come together to bring you an epic collection of Halloween spooky stories! Enjoy, and please don't forget to rate and review! You can find more of the Darkcast Network on our website! https://darkcastnetwork.wixsite.com/indie/Von Syrai Fernando

A re-telling of Grimm's fairy tale, A Tale of One Who Traveled to Learn What Shivering Means Written by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm Music: "Broken Piano" - composed and produced by Vivek Abhishek If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star rating and review on your favorite podcast listening platform! If you'd like to further support the show, p…

Graham Young became interested with chemistry and toxicology at an extremely young age. His future seemed promising, however this innocent hobby would soon turn nefarious. By the time he was 14 years old, he was Broadmoor Hospital's youngest inmate. Promo: Rogue Darkness Batwings and Butterflies ad by Autumn's Oddities If you enjoyed this episode, …

The horrors of wilderness therapy camps or behavior modification boot camps. Sources: https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/what-happened-out-here/ https://observers.france24.com/en/americas/20211203-survivors-troubled-teen-industry-wilderness-camps-breaking-code-silence https://1000placesudontwanttobe.wordpress.com/victims-of-the-troubled…

The murders of Teddy, Loiva and Clodine Gonzales were nothing short of a tragedy. The remaining son, Sef, plead for information and even offered a $100k reward for any information regarding the murders of his family, but police were beginning to believe that the perpetrator was closer than they thought. As the investigation into the triple homicide…

The Gonzales family were a prominent, Philippine-Australian family that resided in New South Wales, Sydney. They immigrated from Baguio, Philippines after the Luzon earthquake of 1990 destroyed their home and business. Teodoro, AKA Teddy, and his wife, Mary Loiva, had two children together, Sef and Clodine. Teddy and Loiva worked hard to build a li…

For this episode, I want to revisit two missing persons cases that have just recently had their anniversaries. The case of Suzanne Streeter, Stacy McCall, and Sherrill Levitt has haunted the once quiet, sleepy town of Springfield, MO for 30 years. On June 6, 1992, Suzanne and Stacy became Kickapoo High School graduates. They'd spend that evening ce…

Welcome to Nopeville! A city where all the horrors that make you say NOPE are rumored to have gathered and made their home. Join your guides, Christine and Jen, on an all inclusive tour as they introduce you to your worst nightmares from the paranormal, supernatural, true crime, fiction, and non-fiction. Get ready for this bloody tour, Tourists, be…

Henry Rathbone was born in Albany, New York to an extremely well-off family. When Civil War broke out in 1861, Henry would go on to join the Union army and would climb the ranks to assume the role of Major of the 12th United States Regular Infantry regiment. On the evening of the April 14th, Henry and his fiancé, Clara, were extended an invitation …

Brian Shaffer had his entire life ahead of him. He was in his second year of medical school and had a longtime girlfriend. He was handsome, smart, and the epitome of an all-American boy. Just before Spring break in 2006, Brian and his former roommate decided to go out barhopping to shake the stress from mid-terms. Nobody knew that this would be the…

Built in 1924, the Emily Morgan Hotel in San Antonio, Texas was initially constructed to be the first Medical Arts building west of the Mississippi River. It's a 13 story Gothic revival style building that doesn't only look eerie from the outside. Don't expect to get much sleep here if you ever decide to stay the night. This episode features a prom…

Nicholas Markowitz was a 15 year old boy from California who was kidnapped and murdered by local drug dealers over a debt that wasn't even his own. The man responsible for Nicholas's death would go unpunished for nearly five years. This episode includes a promo for California True Crime. Darkcast Network promo by Octoberpod. If you enjoyed this epi…

Anonymous is a decentralized group of international activist hackers who have been linked to numerous high-profile internet attacks on governments, major corporations, financial institutions and religious groups. The hacktivist's agenda is to combat censorship and promote freedom of speech. This episode includes a promo for Nopeville and Octoberpod…

Find Brew Crime at https://brewcrime.com. On this episode the boys bring you two cases of False Confessions. We had the pleasure of having Paige of Reverie True Crime. Story – JT Norfolk Four Beer paring for this case is Sam Adams Wicked Double IPA. Sources https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/true-crime/wp/2017/03/21/norfolk-4-wrongly-convicted-of-…

For this episode, I'm joined by fellow Darkcast Network member and co-founder, CJ of Beyond the Rainbow! You can find their show on Twitter @rainbowcrimes and IG @rainbowcrimes12. Just three years after the murder of Gary Loesch, his wife is also found dead in their backyard. Her death would initially be ruled as an accident, however, once investig…

If you or someone you know is a victim to domestic violence, I urge you to reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline) or the StrongHearts Native Helpline. The Hotline: 1−800−799−SAFE (7233) TTY 1−800−787−3224 1-206-518-9361 – Video phone only for deaf callers. The Hotline Live Chat - Text – Text START to 88788 StrongHearts Na…

In February 2000, an Ebay user started an auction for a "haunted painting". By the end of the auction, the listing had over 30,000 views and 30 bids. People reported feeling violently ill after viewing the painting, which is called The Hands Resist Him. Is this work of art being haunted by its tragic past, or is this just a creepy painting? This ep…

Aaron Iturra was described as being a kind, gentle protector, but just like any other teenager, he ran with a bad crowd. After realizing that that wasn't the life for him, he turned it all around for himself and became an advocate against gang activity and violence. At around 1:30am on October 3, 1994, Aaron's mother calls 911 to report that her so…

Toni Jo Henry lived a tough life growing up. She ran away from her father's home when she was 13 years old, forcing her to submit to a life of prostitution and drugs. In 1939, she'd meet a man by the name of Cowboy Henry that she'd do just about anything for, including commit cold-blooded murder. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donatin…

Gianni Versace is a household name in the fashion industry. He's one of the most talented designers of the late 20th century, and is best recognized for pushing the boundaries. His death would come far too soon. This episode includes promos for Book of Lies and Addicted: A Jury Room Production You can find the IrrationalConfidencePodcast at their w…

Tune into the first Wednesday Wrap-Up episode where I talk a little bit more about Scott Kimball. I'll be mentioning some little details that didn't make it into part one or two! Batwings and Butterflies ad by Paige at Reverie True Crime If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donating to our Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/freakyafpodcast You can al…

This episode will conclude our two part series on convicted Colorado serial killer, Scott Lee Kimball. This last part will discuss the investigation on Kimball for several missing-persons cases, and how he finally gets caught. This episode includes promos for Horrifying History, Weird Distractions, and Gone, But Never Forgotten. If you enjoyed this…

This is part one of a two-part series on convicted Colorado serial killer, Scott Lee Kimball. He is charged with the murder of four victims, however it's believed that he's responsible for killing as many as 21 individuals. For part one, I'll discuss his earlier life as a child and the early crimes he committed before becoming a paid FBI informant.…

The St. Augustine lighthouse has a vast history dating back to 1589. Since then, the land has been owned by many countries, and what once was a wooden beacon has since evolved into a 165-foot lighthouse. Today, it houses 19,000 objects, archival documents, and archaeological specimens, as well as many spirits. This episode includes promos for True …

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, I urge you to reach out to National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233. Amina and Joseph met when they were both 15 years old at Taekwondo class. Joseph says it was love at first sight, but Amina's strict father stood in the way of their love. Yaser Said's beliefs forbade his daugh…

Nicholas II was the last Tsar of Russia. His reign would prove to be tumultuous and would end in his abdication and the execution of his family. This would end the Romanov dynasty's 304-year reign. This episode includes promos for Fruitloops: Serial Killers of Color and Dealing Justice. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donating to our K…

This week, I discuss the unsolved case of sisters, Barbara and Patricia Grimes. They disappeared on December 28, 1956 after visiting Brighton Theater in Chicago. Their bodies would be found on January 22, 1957 behind a guard rail near Devil's Creek. This episode includes promos for And Then They Were Gone and Ye Olde Crime If you enjoyed this episo…

This is a new segment I like to call Creepy Cryptids & Creatures where I discuss some of my favorite folkloric beings from all around the world. This week, I'll be introducing to you creatures from Philippine folklore! This episode features a promo for A Nefarious Nightmare Follow us on Twitter and IG: @freakyafpod Send us an email: freakyafp[odcas…

For this episode, I'll be discussing the conclusion to the Plura caves disaster where Jari Huotarinen and Jari Uusimaki tragically lost their lives. This episode includes promos for Octoberpod, as well as Curly Conspiracies. Follow us on Twitter and IG: @freakyafpod Send us an email: freakyafpodcast@gmail.com Check out the Darkcast Network: darkcas…

Pluragrotta is a cave in Rana, Norway. It is the deepest caved in Northern Europe. It's the biggest diver attraction in Scandinavia. In February 2014, five Finnish divers would enter Plura pond to traverse the caves to get to Steinugleflaget cave on the other side. Only three of these divers would make it out of this journey alive. This episode inc…

This episode is extremely graphic! It discusses themes that may not be suitable for all ages. Please listen at your own discretion. This week, I'll be discussing the horrifying story of prolific Mexican female serial killers, Las Poquianchis, who were charged for the murders of 91 victims. Follow us on Twitter and IG: @freakyafpod Send us an email:…

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Happy Holidays from the Freaky AF fam! I'm delighted to introduce to you our sister podcast, Cause of Death with Jackie Moranty! Cause of Death is also a part of the Darkcast network. Follow Cause of Death! Twitter: @CauseOfDeath10 IG: @causeofdeathpodcast Listen to Cause of Death wherever it is that you listen to your podcasts! Check out the Darkc…

Kicevo, Macedonia was a quiet, small town. That was, until the Kicevo Monster. People all over Kicevo counted on journalist, Vlado Taneski, and his eye for detail as he was somehow reporting information to the public that wasn't being released by the police. Just who was this journalist, and how was he receiving his information? If you enjoyed this…

Jimmy Hoffa was an American labor union organizer in the 1930s who later went on to become the president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters from 1957 to 1971. On July 30, 1975, Hoffa left his Detroit to attend a meeting in Bloomfield Township. His car was found abandoned in a restaurant parking lot the next day, and Jimmy Hoffa was never…

Lady Diana Spencer, Princess of Wales, was beloved by all, and her tragic death would strike the hearts of people all over the world. She was the people's princess. She once said, "Every one of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves." Her legacy is one to never be forgotten. If you enjoyed this epis…

On November 30, 1948, several people walking around Somerton Park beach in South Australia reported seeing a strange man. He was smartly dressed in a suit and seemed to have drunkenly passed out in the sand. It wasn't until the following day, on December 1st, that authorities investigated and realized that this mysterious man was actually dead. If …

The origin of the Doukhobors dates back to 17th & 18th century Russia. The name translates to "spirit wrestler". The Christian sect emphasizes on obeying the light from within and rejecting civil authority. Towards the end of the 19th, 7,500 Doukhobor people fled religious persecution in Russia and sought refuge in Canada. This group was led Peter …

Lacey Spears raised her son, Garnett, as a single mother, however this would prove to be especially difficult for her due to Garnett being born a very sick baby. For most of his life, Garnett was brought back and forth to several doctors who couldn't determine what it was that was causing him to be so ill. While he was being kept in the hospital, h…

Nichoas Barclay disappeared from San Antonio, Texas on June 13, 1994 when he was just thirteen years old. He was last seen playing basketball with his friends. Authorities believed that he had left home on his own accord, until they received a call in 1997 from someone claiming to be Nicholas. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donating t…

Ronald Clark O'Bryan lived in Deer Park, Texas with his wife and two children. He had a good job, a beautiful family, and he was admired by all of his neighbors, however on Halloween night 1974, O'Bryan would commit a crime that nobody ever thought he'd be capable of. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donating to our Ko-fi! https://ko-fi…

If you or someone you know is suffering with their mental health, I encourage you to check out www.nami.org for resources. Text "NAMI" to 741741 for their 24/7, 100% confidential, 100% free Crisis Hotline. On October 31, 2017, police surrounded the apartment building of Takahiro Shiraishi. Inside, they would discover the dismembered bodies of nine …

Zeta Reticuli Greys are also known as Type A Greys. They are the most common aliens reported. Their point of operation is thought to be located within the Zeta Reticuli star system If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donating to our Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/freakyafpodcast You can also support the show for free by leaving a 5-star rating o…

Albert K. Bender was a ufologist and author from Duryea, Pennsylvania. He founded the International Flying Saucer Bureau in 1952, but as soon as the organization was banded together, Bender began to experience strange phenomena. Did Albert Bender get too close to finding out the truth? If you enjoyed this episode, please consider donating to our Ko…

June and Jennifer Gibbons were also known as the Silent Twins. Growing up, the two were inseparable, and this continued on into their adult lives. The two were essentially joined at the hip, to the point where they refused to communicate with anyone else but each other. “We made a pact. We said we weren’t going to speak to anybody. We stopped talki…

In 1860, 4-year-old Saville Kent would disappear from the family home on Road Hill in England. He would eventually be found, brutally murdered, on the property. His 16-year-old sister, Constance, would be suspected of the crime, however it wouldn't be until five years later that the Kent family would get any answers as to what happened to Saville o…

Built in 1911, the historic Hotel Galvez is considered to be the oldest building in Galveston, Texas. It has also been officially named the Most Haunted Hotel in Texas. Several patrons and employees of the hotel report having some type of unexplained experience while visiting. Strange lights coming from vacant rooms, electrical malfunctions, disemb…