Fresh Hell Podcast

This week we are taking a scathing look at how White Collar Crimes affect working class families, from putting presents under the Christmas Tree to the American Dream of home ownership

This week we are talking about the suspects in the Clutter Family Murders, the arrest of the killers Richard Hickock and Perry Smith, and the involvement of Truman Capote and Harper Lee in the case that led to the book "In Cold Blood"

In the quiet town of Holcomb, Kansas, the Clutter family's idyllic life was shattered on the fateful night of November 15, 1959. The brutal and senseless murders of Herb and Bonnie Clutter, alongside their two teenage children, shocked the nation. The killers, Perry Smith and Richard "Dick" Hickock, left behind a gruesome crime scene that...... Continue Reading →

In part 2 we conclude our coverage of the devastating explosion which destroyed Halifax, Nova Scotia in December 1917. We examine the heroic acts of survivors, why the military presence was crucial in the aftermath, and how the city coped with the growing number of dead.Also discussed are the tremendous impact of  Dr. Clement Ligoure,...... Continue Reading →

On 6. December 1917, the busy WWI port of Halifax, Nova Scotia was devastated by the largest man made explosion the world had ever seen. We discuss the devastation and heroism in the aftermath of this tragedy. 

This week we are talking about Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont, three siblings who disappeared without a trace from Glenelg Beach near Adelaide, Australia, on January 26, 1966. We will be discussing theories, clairvoyants and the main suspects in this case, that remains one of Australia’s most infamous unsolved mysteries.

This wee we are talking about Jane, Arnaa, and Grant Beaumont, three siblings who disappeared without a trace from Glenelg Beach near Adelaide, Australia, on January 26, 1966. The case remains one of Australia's most infamous unsolved mysteries, with numerous theories and investigations over the years yielding no conclusive answers. Despite extensive efforts by law...... Continue Reading →

On Halloween 2023, convicted murderer Joran van der Sloot left the United States for his prison cell in Peru, after finally confessing to the murder of Natalee Holloway. This update will catch you up with where things stand now.

This Halloween, thirteen true crime podcasts (including Fresh Hell Podcast) come together to share dark and disturbing stories. From haunted houses to serial killers, these tales will send chills down your spine and keep you up at night. Join us for this special 2-part Halloween episode entitled "When Darkness Calls" as we explore the darkest...... Continue Reading →

This Halloween, thirteen true crime podcasts (including Fresh hell Podcast) come together to share dark and disturbing stories. From haunted houses to serial killers, these tales will send chills down your spine and keep you up at night. Join us for this special 2-part Halloween episode entitled "When Darkness Calls" as we explore the darkest...... Continue Reading →

It's time for our annual Halloween episode, where we share our listener's stories of the unexplained, the weird, the inspiring, and of course, the spooky...

This week Annie talks about El Campo Santo, the historic cemetery located in Old Town San Diego. The cemetery dates back to the early 19th century and was used for the burials of prominent figures and residents of Old Town San Diego. Is the place really haunted by it's own past? Let's find out

Today we talk about why we love a murder-when it’s a murder of crows! We look at the Raven & Crow through history, and shed light on the occasionally dark past of these brilliant birds. From Canada’s beloved Canuck the Crow, to the Ravens at the Tower of London, we’ll tell you everything about these...... Continue Reading →

Today we discuss the history of the infamous A3 motorway in Croatia, where talented young Macedonian singer Todor ‘Toše’ Proeski among others were tragically killed… We ponder the terrifying Melon Heads on Jeremy Swamp Road in Connecticut, USA  In Hong Kong, we visit Tuen Mun Road, possibly one of the most haunted roads in the...... Continue Reading →

This week Johanna talks about an infamous Austrian cold case, the murder of a young model…Ilona Faber, that happened on 14. April 1958. Her body was found in the center of Vienna, buried hastily in a flower bed, behind a War Memorial.

In the conclusion of this horrific case, we discuss the murder known as ‘The Plaistow Horror,’ and discuss the possible reasons for this terrible crime, and question what we know about criminal reformation.

In 1895 13 year old Robert Allen Coombes committed a crime in London’s East end that the horrified media dubbed ‘The Plaistow Horror.’ Today, in part 1, we discuss Robert’s early life, as well as the shocking murder of Florence Dennis at the hands of the ‘Southend Murderer,’ James C. Read, a case Coombes was fascinated...... Continue Reading →

Today Annie takes us to the beautiful village of Brewster on Cape Cod Bay, in the late 1800s, and tells us the terrible story of the murder of Sadie Hassard after being stalked and murdered by a rejected suitor.

Today we look back on some of the most interesting deaths in history. We discuss Agha Mohammad Khan Qajar, his rule in Persia, now modern day Iran, and his violent death. We discuss the death of General John Sedgwick, Union army hero, on the battlefield at Spotsylvania. We’ll cover death by very long beard, and ponder the merits...... Continue Reading →

In today’s, we look back at two of the most infamous cats in history. Simon the Shipcat, who was the only cat in history to ever receive the Dickin Medal for his outstanding bravery and the comfort he gave the crew of the HMS Amethyst in a dire situation.And another ship cat, The Unsinkable Sam,...... Continue Reading →