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Hike the mountainside with your hosts today as Hatter takes you into the legend of the mimic, an entity comprised of multiple cryptids or another force altogether? Follow the chilling stories Hatter shares with us to unravel the myth known as the mimic0:00 Intro: Multiple entities forming the mimic05:57 Cannibalistic folklore of the grotesque windy boys08:51 The origin of shape shifting flesh pedestrians legends13:33 Horrific stories begin: mountain longboarding incident and grocery trip return gone wrong19:25 Do the predators study their prey on this specific mountain trail or is it just an eerie random encounter 33:56 Final comments email us at investigatingwithus@gmail.comSourcesExperience-Centered Study of Supernatural Assault Traditions. University of Pennsylvania Press, 1982.Carl Lindahl, John McNamara, & John Lindow (eds.). Medieval Folklore: A Guide to Myths, Legends, Tales, Beliefs, and Customs. Oxford University Press.Simon J. Bronner. American Folklore Studies: An Intellectual History. University Press of Kansas.Joe Nickell. The Science of Ghosts. Prometheus Books.https://www.reddit.com/r/Thetruthishere/comments/qdb6ak/undefined_humanoid_mimic_encounter_in_big_bend/https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1qx0qvt/i_met_a_mimicwhat_was_his_intention/https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1nyef10/a_mimic_experience_i_just_had_genuinely_freaked/

In this episode, we delve into the chilling legend of the Bassano vase, an accursed artifact that has haunted Italy for centuries. From its mysterious origins to the tragic fates of those who have owned it, we explore the dark tale surrounding this seemingly innocuous silver vase. Was it a wedding gift turned curse or simply a vessel of misfortune? Join hosts Scoot and Hatter as they unravel the threads of this eerie story, questioning the nature of curses and the power of belief. 00:00 Introduction to the Bassano vase and its haunting tale02:20 The origins of the vase and its connection to a wedding06:05 The mysterious deaths linked to the vase's owners8:58 The vase's rediscovery in 1988 and the ominous note found inside11:44 The fate of the vase and the police officer's attempts to rid it14:54 Theories surrounding the curse and the vase's disappearance25:48 Final thoughts on the vase's existence and its place in legendhttps://burialsandbeyond.com/2021/02/05/the-debatable-haunting-of-the-basano-vase/https://factschology.com/mmm-podcast-articles/cursed-basano-vasehttps://www.waivio.com/@ninong7/the-cursed-basano-vasehttps://anomalien.com/the-bizarre-story-of-the-curse-of-basano-vase/https://darkhauntings.wordpress.com/2016/03/20/the-haunting-curse-of-the-basano-vase/https://www.tvi.show/cursed-curios/the-basano-vase-the-cursed-relic-that-disappeared-and-its-unsettling-legacyhttps://www.thegypsythread.org/curious-tale-basano-vase/https://www.unofficialroyalty.com/eleanor-of-aquitaine-queen-of-england/https://umma.umich.edu/objects/vase-pg2020-2-39/https://www.huntmuseum.com/stories/objects-in-focus/ancient-greece-wedding-vessel/

Join us as we examine the last meals of notorious killers like Ted Bundy, who surprisingly declined any request, and Thomas J. Grosso, whose extravagant order was marred by a substitution of SpaghettiOs. We also discuss the haunting case of John Wayne Gacy, who chose comfort food with a sinister twist, and Lawrence Russell Brewer, whose lavish meal request led to a significant change in Texas law.00:00 One of the strangest traditions to survive into modern prisons is the final meal request01:28 Ted Bundy remains one of the most infamous serial killers in American history09:03 Thomas Joseph Grasso was sentenced to death for murdering two elderly victims12:52 John Wayne Gacy Crime and Last meal16:05 Allen lee Davis Last meal and the crime that brought him to death row20:27 The last meal that wasn't a meal25:41 Lawrence Russell Brewers, the crime and request that changes death row forever28:23 Peter Joseph Miniel became recognized because of his final meal32:04 Sam: Velma Barfield and her meal that resembled a gas station run

Scoot dives into the chilling case of David Berkowitz, infamously known as the Son of Sam. Set against the backdrop of New York City, we recount the terror that gripped the streets as a mysterious shooter targeted young women and couples during the night. We unravel Berkowitz's troubled upbringing, including his adoption, and violent tendencies, before moving through a detailed timeline of the shootings and insights into Berkowitz's infamous letters. Join us as we piece together this notorious case00:00 Introduction: The disco era and the fear of the Son of Sam05:15 Berkowitz's troubled childhood and adoption12:30 The early signs of violence and troubling behavior20:45 The first attack: A Christmas Eve stabbing25:00 The shooting spree begins: Victims and chilling details35:30 The infamous letters: Berkowitz’s taunts to the police45:00 Theories of cult involvement and the Carr brothers50:00 The aftermath: Berkowitz’s arrest and confessions01:00 Conclusion: The legacy of fear and the Son of Samhttps://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/august-10/son-of-sam-arrestedhttps://maamodt.asp.radford.edu/psyc%20405/serial%20killers/berkowitz,%20david.pdfhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/son-of-sam-serial-killer-david-berkowitz-speaks-out-40-years-after-new-york-city-murder-spree/https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/david-berkowitzhttps://time.com/7306481/son-of-sam-tapes-netflix/https://csi.pressbooks.pub/uncserkill/chapter/chapter-20-david-berkowitz-son-of-sam/https://www.nytimes.com/topic/person/david-berkowitzhttps://csi.pressbooks.pub/darkmindsdeadlydeeds/chapter/david-berkowitz-the-son-of-sam-multiple-theories/https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/son-of-sam-serial-killer-david-berkowitz-victims-and-timeline/https://www.aetv.com/articles/david-berkowitz

Hatter continues the deep dive into the haunting case of the Jennings 8, a tragic tale of eight women whose lives were cut short under suspicious circumstances in Jennings, Louisiana. Uncover disturbing details of police corruption, potential cover-ups, and the dark underbelly of the community. With shocking revelations about the involvement of local law enforcement, we navigate through the murky waters of this case, questioning the integrity of those sworn to protect the vulnerable. Who were the real perpetrators behind these unsolved murders? Join us as we unravel the tangled web of connections and conspiracies surrounding the Jennings 8.00:00 Recap of Part 102:08 Police corruption runs rampant through the years08:35 Charges against Bryan Jones and Lawrence Nixon in Ernestine's death were dropped16:50 Another witness claims to have seen Danny Berry last seen with Brittney Gary 20:54 Who is Frankie Richards?27:42 A cheap motel: The Bordeaux Inn31:13 Eight women were murdered in Jennings, and answers have yet to be foundWORKS CITEDCase / Victim SourcesJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Loretta Lynn Chaisson Lewis. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/loretta-lynn-chaisson-lewisJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Crystal Shay Benoit Zeno. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/crystal-shay-benoit-zenoJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Brittney Gary. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/brittney-garyJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Necole Jean Guillory. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/necole-jean-guilloryWikipedia Contributors. Jeff Davis 8. Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Davis_8Investigative Journalism / Documentary SourcesBrown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou: Who Killed the Women Known as the Jeff Davis 8? Matter / Medium, https://medium.com/matter/who-killed-the-jeff-davis-8-d1b813e13581Brown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou. Scribner, 2016.A&E Television Networks. Jeff Davis 8 Interview – Ethan Brown / Murder in the Bayou, https://www.aetv.com/articles/jeff-davis-8-interview-ethan-brown-murder-in-the-bayouBiography.com. Jeff Davis 8: The True Story Behind Murder in the Bayou, https://www.biography.com/crime/murder-in-the-bayou-jeff-davis-8-true-storyHBO. Murder in the Bayou. Directed by Matthew Galkin, HBO Documentary Films, 2019.64 Parishes. Review: Murder in the Bayou, https://64parishes.org/review-murder-bayouPS Magazine. Murder in the Bayou, https://psmag.com/news/murder-in-the-bayouOxygen. Murder in the Bayou: Who Are the Jeff Davis 8?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/murder-in-the-bayou-who-are-the-jeff-davis-8-key-playersOxygen. Where Is Frankie Richard Today?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/where-is-murder-in-the-bayous-frankie-richard-todayNews SourcesKPLC-TV. Discovery ID Hosting Special on Jeff Davis Murders, https://www.kplctv.com/2019/06/07/discovery-id-hosting-special-jeff-davisKPLC-TV. Two Arrested in Murder of Kristen Gary Lopez, https://www.kplctv.com/story/6528397/two-arrested-in-murder-of-kristen-gary-lopezFox News. Jennings 8 Documentary True Crime Coverage, https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/jennings-8-doc-true-crimehttps://www.wwltv.com/article/news/jennings-8-unsolved-murders-haunt-town-police/289-412271190https://ulmhawkeyeonline.com/36821/news/whispers-from-the-bayou-the-mystery-of-the-jeff-davis-8/https://www.kplctv.com/2023/09/20/candidates-jeff-davis-sheriff-answer-questions-about-issues-parish/https://kpel965.com/jennings-8-murders-louisiana-police-corruption-coverup-2025/

Join Hatter and Scoot this week as Hatter takes us down the dark path labeled as the Jennings 8 murders. when the lives of 8 women were taking over the course of 4-5 years, the police proposed a serial killer, but no conclusion ever came. was it the work of a single person, or something darker and rooted in corruption. 0:00 Intro: The impoverished small town of Jennings07:06 The disturbing disappearances and deaths of multiple victims with questionable pasts24:03 The youngest victim snaps town into the chilling reality they can ignore no more34:22 Birthday death premonition and delayed searches continue40:14 Piecing together the cruel minds of serial killers; simultaneously ruling out that likelihood46:05 Is this all just a ruse or something more sinister going on? Email us your thoughts at investigatingwithus@gmail.comWORKS CITEDCase / Victim SourcesJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Loretta Lynn Chaisson Lewis. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/loretta-lynn-chaisson-lewisJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Crystal Shay Benoit Zeno. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/crystal-shay-benoit-zenoJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Brittney Gary. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/brittney-garyJeff Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office. Cold Cases – Necole Jean Guillory. Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff’s Office, https://www.jdpso.org/hot-cases/necole-jean-guilloryWikipedia Contributors. Jeff Davis 8. Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia, Wikimedia Foundation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jeff_Davis_8Investigative Journalism / Documentary SourcesBrown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou: Who Killed the Women Known as the Jeff Davis 8? Matter / Medium, https://medium.com/matter/who-killed-the-jeff-davis-8-d1b813e13581Brown, Ethan. Murder in the Bayou. Scribner, 2016.A&E Television Networks. Jeff Davis 8 Interview – Ethan Brown / Murder in the Bayou, https://www.aetv.com/articles/jeff-davis-8-interview-ethan-brown-murder-in-the-bayouBiography.com. Jeff Davis 8: The True Story Behind Murder in the Bayou, https://www.biography.com/crime/murder-in-the-bayou-jeff-davis-8-true-storyHBO. Murder in the Bayou. Directed by Matthew Galkin, HBO Documentary Films, 2019.64 Parishes. Review: Murder in the Bayou, https://64parishes.org/review-murder-bayouPS Magazine. Murder in the Bayou, https://psmag.com/news/murder-in-the-bayouOxygen. Murder in the Bayou: Who Are the Jeff Davis 8?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/murder-in-the-bayou-who-are-the-jeff-davis-8-key-playersOxygen. Where Is Frankie Richard Today?, https://www.oxygen.com/martinis-murder/where-is-murder-in-the-bayous-frankie-richard-todayNews SourcesKPLC-TV. Discovery ID Hosting Special on Jeff Davis Murders, https://www.kplctv.com/2019/06/07/discovery-id-hosting-special-jeff-davisKPLC-TV. Two Arrested in Murder of Kristen Gary Lopez, https://www.kplctv.com/story/6528397/two-arrested-in-murder-of-kristen-gary-lopezFox News. Jennings 8 Documentary True Crime Coverage, https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/jennings-8-doc-true-crimehttps://www.wwltv.com/article/news/jennings-8-unsolved-murders-haunt-town-police/289-412271190https://ulmhawkeyeonline.com/36821/news/whispers-from-the-bayou-the-mystery-of-the-jeff-davis-8/https://www.kplctv.com/2023/09/20/candidates-jeff-davis-sheriff-answer-questions-about-issues-parish/https://kpel965.com/jennings-8-murders-louisiana-police-corruption-coverup-2025/Environmental / Demographic SourcesCensus Reporter. Jennings, Louisiana Demographic Profile, https://censusreporter.org/profiles/16000US2238355-jennings-laData USA. Jennings, Louisiana Profile, https://datausa.io/profile/geo/jennings-laWeather and Climate. Jennings, Louisiana Humidity Data, https://weather-and-climate.com/average-monthly-Humidity-perc,jennings-louisiana-us,United-States-of-America