Fresh Hell Podcast

Dec 06 2024 270 ep. 53 mins 1.3k

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Two women, from opposite sides of the Atlantic, talk about murder, mystery and the macabre. This is your award winning, international true crime podcast, hosted by Annie and Johanna.

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E262: Robert Syrokowski

Dec 06 2024 49 mins

In this episode Johanna takes us to the quiet, rural landscapes of Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, to tell you about the tragic case of Robert Syrokowski. On a freezing December night in 2002, 18-year-old Robert disappeared after leaving a nightclub and was later found dead, struck by a car in the middle of a desolate road. But this was no mere accident—it was the result of a series

E261: MURDER - The Bloody Benders (part II)

Nov 29 2024 52 mins

In part two, we focus on the aftermath of the Bloody Benders’ crimes and their shocking methods of murder. The gruesome discoveries at their property reveal the extent of their brutality, and we share stories of those who narrowly escaped their deadly trap. We also look at their dramatic flight from justice, the many theories surrounding their mysterious disappearance, and the po

E260: MURDER - The Bloody Benders (part I)

Nov 21 2024 49 mins

In this episode, we examine the chilling story of the Bloody Benders, America’s infamous serial killer family. Set in 1870s Kansas, we recount the Bender family’s arrival in Labette County and the dark secrets concealed behind their seemingly ordinary inn on the Osage Trail. We explore the family’s unsettling behavior, the growing rumors about disappearances along the trail,

E259: MISSING - Last Seen....

Nov 15 2024 68 mins

In this episode, we talk about the mysterious disappearances of three young men: Christopher Thompkins, Christopher Matthew Kerze, and Steven Clark. Each case is haunting and unexplained, though only Thompkins' disappearance fits within the so-called "Missing 411" phenomenon—a term used to describe unusual and often inexplicable disappearances in wilderness areas. Each story shin

E258: Halloween Special 2024 (part II)

Oct 31 2024 45 mins

E257: Halloween Special 2024

Oct 25 2024 44 mins

E256: The Ghosts of Jeopardy (part III): Pausanias & "Mad" Anthony Wayne

Oct 18 2024 54 mins

In this spine-tingling episode, we dive into the haunted legacies of two military legends: Pausanias, the ancient Spartan general with a cursed afterlife, and Mad Anthony Wayne, whose restless ghost reportedly wanders to this day. From ancient Greece to post-Revolutionary War America, we explore the eerie tales that have kept these spirits alive in folklore. Is it guilt that keeps

E255: MYSTERY - The Ghosts of Jeopardy (part II): The Hotel Chelsea

Oct 11 2024 64 mins

The iconic Hotel Chelsea is more than just a New York City landmark; it’s a haunting ground for some of the most legendary ghosts in history. In this episode, Johanna and Ingrid explore the eerie tales of the hotel’s past residents—some of whom never checked out. From the tragic death of punk rock icon Sid Vicious' girlfriend Nancy Spungen to the lingering spirits of famous a

E254: MYSTERY - The Ghosts of Jeopardy (part I): Abigail Adams, Marilyn Monroe and Montgomery Clift

Oct 04 2024 58 mins

It's this time of the year again: Spooky Fuckery Month is upon us! This week, we dive into a Jeopardy category that immediately caught our attention: GHOSTS! In the first part, we discuss the most famous laundry ghost in the White House, Abigail Adams. Then, we explore the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, home to the mirror ghost of Marilyn Monroe, and the eerie 2 a.m. bugle concerts o

E253: MURDER - Elfriede Blauensteiner (part III)

Sep 27 2024 51 mins

In the final chapter of the Elfriede Blauensteiner case, we dive into the investigation that finally brought her to justice. We’ll discuss the twists and turns of her trials, the chilling courtroom moments, and the final verdict that sealed her fate. As we follow her journey behind bars, we’ll also explore her time in prison, the media frenzy that followed, and ultimately, her