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Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

True Crime, History

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Horrors, hauntings and mysteries! A collection of scary stories that will have you on the edge of your seat. If you’re a fan of all things spooky, creepy, and thrilling, this is the podcast for you. Want more darkly curious content? Join the Rogue Detecting Society on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/heartstartspounding) for ad-free listening, exclusive bonus content and more! Follow @heartstartspounding on: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@heartstartspounding/)   // TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@heartstartspounding) //  Instagram (https://instagram.com/heartstartspounding)   //  Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/people/Heart-Starts-Pounding/100087903971907/) Have a horrifying tale, paranormal encounter, or unsolved mystery that you’d like to share? Visit https://www.heartstartspounding.com/stories and submit your heart-pounding story to be featured on the podcast.

75 Episodes

74: Human Experiments, Trafficked Athletes, and Poisoned Runners: America's First Olympics // Dark Summer Series

The 1904 Olympic Games were considered to be the darkest games in history. A mad scientist was able to run experiments on athletes while the games went on, runners were given poison to enhance their performance, and people were stolen from all over the world and forced to compete. TW: Suicide, Racism Be sure to subscribe to Heart Starts Pounding on Youtube! This episode is sponsored by Apostrophe. Apostrophe is an online platform that connects you with an expert dermatology team to get customized acne treatment for your skinGet your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/HSP when you use our code: HSP This episode is also brought to you by Quince. Are you looking for high quality essentials for your wardrobe at affordable prices? Go to Quince.com/hsp for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns This episode is also sponsored by Füm. Füm is an innovative, award-winning flavored air device For a limited time, use my code HEART to get a free gift with your Journey Pack! Head to tryfum.com Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2024

73: Vanished At Summer Camp // Dark Summer Series

Bonnie Bickwit vanished with her boyfriend from a summer camp in Upstate New York in 1973, during a summer where a serial killer was terrorizing the area. And in 1991, Jared Negrete was left behind by a troop leader on a hike, and then never seen again. The last photo left of him may hold a chilling secret. Be sure to subscribe to Heart Starts Pounding on Youtube! This episode is sponsored by LiquidIV. Turn your ordinary water into extraordinary hydration with Liquid I.V.® Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V.® when you go to liquidiv.com and use code HSP at checkout This episode is also brought to you by Miracle Made. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/hsp and use the code HSP to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. This episode is also sponsored by Better Help. Stop comparing and start focusing, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more.

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2024

72: Backwoods Horror: Creepy Encounters, Cryptids, and more // Dark Summer Series

Three tales of horror from the backwoods Be sure to subscribe to Heart Starts Pounding on Youtube! This episode is sponsored by Fum, the award-winning flavored air device. For a limited time, use my code HEART to get a free gift with your Journey Pack! Head to tryfum.com This episode is also brought to you by Quince. Pack your bags with high-quality essentials from with Quince! Go to Quince dot com slash hsp for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. This episode is also sponsored by Better Help. Take a moment. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. Lopaka Kapanui night marcher tours Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more.

Transcribed - Published: 27 June 2024

71: Murder At Sea: A Cruise Mystery // Dark Summer Series

The story of what happened to Klaus Schleke and Bettina Taxis one fateful night in 1987, and a twist you wont believe. TW: minor descriptions of gore Be sure to subscribe to Heart Starts Pounding on Youtube! This episode is sponsored by Acorns. head to acorns.com/hsp or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! This episode is also sponsored by Better Help. Take a moment. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2024

70: Amusement Park Horrors: Dark Summer Series

As we begin our Dark Summer Series, We're investigating three stories of deadly amusement park rides. TW: child death, minor descriptions of gore Be sure to subscribe to Heart Starts Pounding on Youtube! This episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/HSP and use the code HSP to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. This episode is also sponsored by Hero Bread. Keep the carbs out of summer without compromising flavor with Hero Bread. Get 10% off your order at hero.co and use code HSP at checkout. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2024

69: Hit Man: The True Story of a Fake Contract Killer

What if I told you the most sought-after hit man in Houston in the 90's wasn't really a hit man? He worked for the police Gary Johnson spent his career working with members of his community who thought they were hiring someone to kill their loved ones. They were other police officers, churchgoers, and parents. But they all had a dark side, and they all wanted instant gratification. And now, Gary is the subject of a new movie streaming on Netflix, HIT MAN. TW: brief mention of suicide Be sure to subscribe to Heart Starts Pounding on Youtube! Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/HSP and use the code HSP to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2024

68: Stalking: Baby Reindeer Fact Vs. Fiction, Inside Venezuela's Nightmare Stalker, and Stories From Listeners

What's true and what's exaggerated in the Netflix show Baby Reindeer? And what does the real woman behind Martha think about it? We're also going to dive into the story of a woman who has been relentlessly stalking other women in Venezuela for 7 years, and share some stories that listeners reached out with. TW: brief mention of sexual assault Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Hero Bread. Don’t give up being a bread head. Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order for heart starts pounding listeners, So Go to hero.co and use code HSP at checkout. This episode is also sponsored by Better Help. Visit BetterHelp.com/StayCurious today to get 10% off your first month. Lastly, this episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/HSP and use the code HSP to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2024

67: Listener Stories: True Horror Tales

A demonic presence from a dream that appears in real life. A ghost that knows people better than they know themselves. And a little girl who thought her friend in her basement was just imaginary. We're diving into real tales of horror sent in by listeners. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Quince. Get your summer wardrobe ready with Quince. Go To Quince.com/hsp for free shipping on your order and 365-day-returns. This episode is also sponsored by FUM. Fum is an award winning flavored air device. For a limited time, use my code HEART to get a free gift with your Journey Pack! Head to tryfum.com Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2024

66: Terrifying True Urban Legends: The Canadian Wilderness

Two terrifying legends from deep within the Canadian wilderness. The first is about creatures in the woods that possess your mind and make you crave human flesh, and the second is the mystery of an entire village that vanished one night. TW: Suicide, Cannibalism Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Acorns. Head to acorns.com/hsp or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! This episode is also sponsored by Fum. Fum is an award winning flavored air device. For a limited time, use my code HEART to get a free gift with your Journey Pack! Head to tryfum.com Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2024

65: Old Hollywood Murder: The Mysterious Death of William Desmond Taylor

Hollywood's first whodunnit. Two young starlets, an angry mother, a scorned valet, a corrupt DA, and the dead body of one of Hollywood's most prolific directors. What happened to William Desmond Taylor, and who knows more than they're telling? Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2024

64: Old Hollywood Curses: The Superman Curse, Rosemary's Baby, and more

Can films be cursed? What about specific roles? Today we're going to look into the story of a curse that was placed on Hollywood in the 1800's, and the ripple effects that may have had. TW: Suicide Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2024

63: Old Hollywood Scandal: Clara Bow, The First 'It' Girl

From her tragic childhood, to her meteoric rise to fame, all the way through the scandal that ended her career. Who was Clara Bow? And why is her story so relevant today? My Clara Bow Playlist Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Better Help. If you're thinking of giving therapy a try, consider Better Help. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Show Notes Old Hollywood Scandal: Clara Bow, the First ‘It’ Girl — Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2024

62: Old Hollywood Ghosts: Haunted Hotels, Star-Studded Seances, and more

The ghost sightings of the Knickerbocker Hotel, a woman makes a final attempt to contact her husband on the other side, and an actress whose premonition proved fatal. Join me as we discuss the ghost stories of Old Hollywood. TW: Suicide, and brief mention of sexual assault Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Subscriptions. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Miracle Made Sheets. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/HSP and use the code HSP to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2024

61: Folklore: Southern Gothic Horror

The haunting of the Gray Man, The vengeful Witch of Yazoo, and the man who made a deal with the devil. Today, we're exploring the horrors of the gothic south Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Subscriptions. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2024

60: 8 Brutal Execution Methods from Ancient Times

The waist chop, slow slicing, being thrown to the beasts, and more. Today, we're traveling back in time to check out 8 of the most brutal execution methods from ancient times TW: Suicide, torture Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Subscriptions. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Factor meals. Head to factormeals.com/hsp50 and use code hsp50 to get 50% off. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2024

59: Haunted Mexico City: Three Tales of Horror

The legend of the Burned Woman, the Black House, and the ghosts of Lecumberri prison. Today, we're talking about the folklore, myths, and legends stemming from Mexico City TW: Suicide Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Subscriptions. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Miracle Made. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/HSP and use the code HSP to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2024

58: Murder House: The Korean Cannibal Gang and the Woman Who Escaped Them

Rule #1: We Hate The Rich. Rule #2: Death is the only thing that awaits he who betrays this group. Rule #3: Never trust a woman, not even your own mother. This is the story of the Chijon Family, South Korea's most infamous gang, and the woman they kidnapped who lead to their undoing. TW: Death, Torture, Animal Death Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Subscriptions. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Quince. Indulge in affordable luxury! Go to Quince.com/hsp for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2024

57: Morbid Medicine: Human Experiments

A brain disease caused by a routine treatment, a deadly medical mixup during a medical trial, and a doctor hell bent on proving he can give patients cancer. Today's episode has 3 stories about what happens when you run tests on unsuspecting patients. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Rocket Money. Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/hsp This episode is also brought to you by Tender Beasts. If you like mind-bending horror stories that keep you up at night, you don’t want to miss TENDER BEASTS by Liselle Sambury. Available wherever books are sold! Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. This episode is also produced by Matt Brown with additional research by Megan Fleming

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2024

56: She Fell From The Sky: The Sole Survivor of Flight 508

When Juliane Koepcke boarded flight 508 with her mother on Christmas Eve, 1971, she knew the airline they were flying had a horrible reputation. She never imagined that she'd be the only person of the 92 on board to survive the flight. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by the new book, Tender Beasts. If you like mind-bending horror stories that keep you up at night, you don’t want to miss TENDER BEASTS by Liselle Sambury. Available wherever books are sold! This episode is also brought to you by Factor. Factor’s delicious, ready-to-eat meals make eating better every day easy. Head to factormeals.com/hsp50 and use code hsp50 to get 50% off! Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2024

55: Love and Lies Pt. 2: The Captor

In 2015, Robert Hendy Freegard disappeared with Sandra Clifton. Robert's shocking past is uncovered in the search to find her, including the story of a woman he held captive for a decade. CW: Emotional abuse, kidnapping Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Become your own soulmate, whether you’re looking for one or not. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. This episode is also brought to you by Rocket Money. Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/hsp Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 15 February 2024

54: Love and Lies Pt.1: The Perfect Man

In 2011, Sanda Clifton found her perfect match on a dating site. Handsome, charming, successful--David Hendy was everything she wanted. The only problem was...David Hendy didn't exist. CW: Emotional abuse Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Acorns. Head to acorns.com/hsp to sign up for Acorns to start saving and investing for your future today! This episode is also sponsored by Daily Harvest. Take the guessing out of eating well and try Daily Harvest. For a limited time only go to DailyHarvest.com/hsp to get thirty dollars off your first box plus free shipping. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2024

54: Love and Lies Pt.1: The Disappearance of Sandra Clifton

In 2011, Sanda Clifton found her perfect match on a dating site. Handsome, charming, successful--David Hendy was everything she wanted. The only problem was...David Hendy didn't exist. CW: Emotional abuse Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after show called Footnotes. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Acorns. Head to acorns.com/hsp to sign up for Acorns to start saving and investing for your future today! This episode is also sponsored by Daily Harvest. Take the guessing out of eating well and try Daily Harvest. For a limited time only go to DailyHarvest.com/hsp to get thirty dollars off your first box plus free shipping. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2024

53: Pet or Predator: The Deadly Consequences of Keeping Exotic Animals

What happens when a man tries to keep one of the deadliest creatures on the planet as a pet? Or when an Ohio man who has kept over 50 Lions in cages in his backyard decides he wants to unleash them on the town? Today, we're talking about the deadly consequences of people trying to keep wild animals as pets. CW: Animal Abuse, Suicide Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Hurry! We'll be archiving the $3 starting February 1st and adding a new after-show called "Footnotes" that you wont want to miss! Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Apostrophe, an online platform that provides access to an expert dermatology team. Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/HSP when you use our code: HSP. That’s a savings of fifteen dollars! This code is only available to our listeners. This episode is also brought to you by BetterHelp. Celebrate the progress you’ve already made. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. Heart Starts Pounding is written and Produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 1 February 2024

52: Griselda Blanco: The Dark History of Cocaine's Queenpin

CW: Violence, Drug use, Kidnapping Before there was Pablo Escobar, there was Griselda Blanco, a woman who left the slums of Colombia to become a billionaire boss of the cocaine trade. If there's one thing Griselda knew, however, it's that the high couldn't last forever. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Hurry! We'll be archiving the $3 starting February 1st and adding a new after-show called "Footnotes" that you wont want to miss. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Miracle Made. Go to TryMiracle.com/HSP to try Miracle Made thermo-regulating sheets today and save over 40%. AND if you use our promo HSP at checkout you’ll get 3 FREE TOWELS and SAVE an extra 20%! This episode is also brought to you by Rocket Money. Stop wasting money on things you don’t use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/hsp. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 25 January 2024

51: Terrifying True Urban Legends: Australia

A ghost ship. The Button Man. A shark that threw up a major clue to a murder. Today we're talking about Australian urban legends and the terrifying truth behind them. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Quince. Give yourself the luxury you deserve with Quince luxury essentials at affordable prices! Go to Quince.com/hsp for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. This episode is also brought to you by Füm. Right now is the best time to start the Good Habit with Füm Head to TryFum.com/HEART and use my code “HEART” for an additional 10% off plus BOGO Cores until Jan 31st to help make starting The Good Habit that much easier. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 18 January 2024

50: India: A Horror, A Haunting, and A Mystery

Women dropping dead inside of temples, a haunted limestone mine, and a mysterious orb of light attacking locals. We're doing a taste of Indian history and folklore by sampling one story from each category. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/hspfree and use code hspfree for FREE breakfast for life! Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 11 January 2024

49: Haunted New Orleans: Cursed Cemeteries, Voodoo Queens, and more

Come with me on my trip to one of the most haunted cities in the world, New Orleans. Which ghosts haunt the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1? Could Marie Laveau truly influence the legal system with her voodoo? And for as hard as I tried, did I actually see a ghost? Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Daily Harvest. Say yes to healthy habits without the hassle with Daily Harvest. Go to dailyharvest.com/hsp to get up to $65 off your first box + free shipping, for a limited time only. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Show Notes & Transcript: Haunted New Orleans: Cursed Cemeteries, Voodoo Queens, and more — Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Transcribed - Published: 4 January 2024

48: Beneath The Icy Depths: The Mysterious Disappearance of the Martin Family

On December 7th, 1958, Ken Martin, his wife Barbara, and their three young daughters drove east of Portland to get a Christmas tree and were never seen again. What initially appears to be an accident, starts to feel sinister as more is revealed. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by HelloFresh. Go to HelloFresh.com/hspfree and use code hspfree for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. That’s free breakfast for life at HelloFresh.com/hspfree with code hspfree. This episode is also sponsored by Miracle Made. Miracle Made sheets are thermoregulating and designed to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long. Go to trymiracle.com/hsp to save over 40%. AND, if you use our promo code 'HSP' at checkout, you’ll get 3 FREE TOWELS and SAVE an extra 20%! And finally, this episode is also sponsored by Better Help. In the season of giving, give yourself what YOU need – with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/staycurious today to get 10% off your first month. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 21 December 2023

47: "Smee": A Christmas Ghost Story

A game of hide and seek takes a paranormal turn. In the spirit of the old Victorian tradition of telling ghost stories around the holidays, I present to you, a modern-day retelling of A.M Burrage's ghost story, "Smee"' Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Miracle Made sheets are thermoregulating and designed to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long. Go to trymiracle.com/hsp to save over 40%. AND, if you use our promo code 'HSP' at checkout, you’ll get 3 FREE TOWELS and SAVE an extra 20%! Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 14 December 2023

46: The Winecoff Fire: The Deadliest Hotel Disaster in American History

On the night of December 7th, 1946, a woman working the night shift at the Winecoff Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia smells smoke. A few floors up, a man is woken by cries for help. Within two hours, almost half of the guests will be dead. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. In the season of giving, give yourself what you need--with BetterHelp. Check out BetterHelp.com/staycurious for 10% off your first month. This episode is also brought to you by Uncommon Goods. Uncommongoods.com has the absolute best gifts for everyone in your life. to get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/holidaypod. And finally, this episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Miracle Made sheets are thermoregulating and designed to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long. Go to trymiracle.com/hsp to save over 40%. AND, if you use our promo code 'HSP' at checkout, you’ll get 3 FREE TOWELS and SAVE an extra 20%! Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore

Transcribed - Published: 7 December 2023

45: When Looks Kill: Mad Hatters and Other Deadly Trends in Fashion and Beauty

A woman loses the ability to move her arms, A man bursts into flames from seemingly nowhere, and one of the most notorious assassinations in history. What they all have in common may surprise you. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Apostrophe. Apostrophe is an online platform that connects you with an expert dermatology team to get customized acne treatment for your unique skin. Get your first visit for only $5 at Apostrophe.com/hsp when you use our code "HSP". This episode is also brought to you by Uncommon Goods. Uncommongoods.com has the absolute best gifts for everyone in your life. to get 15% off your next gift, go to uncommongoods.com/holidaypod. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2023

44: Thanksgiving Day Terror: The Unsolved Case of The Blount Family

On Thanksgiving Day, 1985, Susan Blount awoke to screams coming from her living room. What she would find remains one of the strangest cold cases in Texas today. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is sponsored by Miracle Made. Miracle Made sheets are thermoregulating and designed to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long. Go to trymiracle.com/hsp to save over 40%. AND, if you use our promo code 'HSP' at checkout, you’ll get 3 FREE TOWELS and SAVE an extra 20%! If you have information relating to what happened to the Blount Family, the Attorney General of Texas’s general line is 512-463-2100 Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2023

43: HSP x Murder With My Husband: Kaelyn and Payton Talk Strange Disappearances

I'm joined by my friend Payton from Murder With My Husband to bring you two stories of disappearances we could not stop thinking about. In 1928, the world's third richest man, Alfred Lowenstein, vanished mid-flight. On Halloween night, 2002, Chris Jenkins disappeared in Minnesota, leaving many to wonder if there was a 'Smiley Face Killer' operating in the shadows. Make sure and check out Murder With My Husband for more deep dive true crime with Payton and Garrett: https://linktr.ee/murderwithmyhusband Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/staycurious and get 10% off your first month. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 15 November 2023

42: Human Sacrifice: Dark Rituals Throughout History

Human sacrifice has been a part of many cultures throughout history. But why did they do it? And more importantly, what was it like for the person being sacrificed? In this episode, we dive into ritual sacrifice in places like the Aztec Empire and Cahokia. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 9 November 2023

41: Two Marys, Two Murders: A Houston Cold Case

In 2000, two Houston-area women named Mary Morris were murdered in their cars within a few days of each other. 23 years later, it's still not certain if the two were connected. If you have any information about the deaths of either Mary Henderson Morris or Mary McGinness Morris, you can contact Harris County Sheriff's Homicide Detective, Jeff Thomas ([email protected]). You can also call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Check out HelloFresh.com/50hsp and use code 50hsp for 50% off plus free shipping Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 2 November 2023

40: The Devil's Bible and Other Haunting Tales for Halloween

In honor of Halloween, I'm sharing some of the most chilling tales I've heard this year Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Check out BetterHelp.com/staycurious for 10% off your first month Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2023

39: Listener Stories: Ghost Children, Haunted Campgrounds, and More

A ghost who steals, ghostly wailing being heard in the night. These are terrifying stories from listeners. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Check out BetterHelp.com/staycurious for 10% off your first month Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Show Notes: Listener Stories: Ghost Children, Haunted Campgrounds, and More — Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2023

38: Cursed Movies: The Wizard Of Oz and The Exorcist

Can movies really be cursed? Today, we're looking at what's fact and what's fiction when it comes to The Wizard of Oz and The Exorcist being cursed Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons get a discount on merch. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Show Notes: Cursed Movies: The Wizard of Oz and the Exorcist — Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Transcribed - Published: 12 October 2023

37: Invisible Intruder: The Chilling Tale of the Denver Spiderman

Here's a good reminder to check every nook and cranny of your house tonight.... Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons get a discount on merch. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Show Notes: Invisible Intruder: The Chilling Tale of the Denver Spiderman — Heart Starts Pounding: Horrors, Hauntings and Mysteries

Transcribed - Published: 5 October 2023

36: Into Thin Air: The Unsolved Disappearance of Joan Risch

What happened to Joan Risch the last day she was ever seen? Limited drop live now. Get yours in time for spooky season. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons get a discount on merch. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 28 September 2023

35: Dark Therapy: Brainwashing and Forced Confinement

What happens when the system that says it'll help you instead uses you as part of their sick experiment? We're looking into two stories of people who were promised help, and instead became stuck in a broken system and faced brainwashing, torture, and imprisonment. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore.

Transcribed - Published: 21 September 2023

34: Terrifying True Urban Legends

We've all heard terrifying urban legends growing up, but what happens when they're based on real events.... We're diving into some terrifying urban legends that ended up being true. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/urbanlegends

Transcribed - Published: 14 September 2023

33: Vanished in The Wilderness Pt. 2: The Cult

Why did Boris Weisfeiler disappear in 1985. And did the cult hiding out deep in the Chilean wilderness have anything to do with it? Today, we're exploring the Colonia Dignidad. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Feat. Darkly Curious Melody by Joshua Zimmerman Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/boris2

Transcribed - Published: 31 August 2023

32: Vanished in The Wilderness Pt 1: The Professor Disappears

When Boris Weisfeiler embarked on a solo vacation to Chile, he never returned. What came next was a deeper and darker rabbit hole than anyone could have ever expected Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a monthly newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Shownotes: www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/boris1

Transcribed - Published: 24 August 2023

31: Haunted DC: White House Seances, Lincoln’s Ghost, and More

We're diving into the two most haunted houses in DC, The White House and The Halcyon House. Who was the ghost that tormented Taft's staff, which first ladies are most often seen haunting the White House grounds, and who was the eccentric owner of one of DC's most haunted houses, The Halcyon House? Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/haunteddc

Transcribed - Published: 17 August 2023

30: Nasubi: The Darkest Reality Show You Haven’t Heard Of

When Nasubi was cast for the Japanese reality show Sweepstakes Life in 1998, he didn't know he'd spend the next 15 months in a studio apartment with no food or clothes. All while 17 million people across Japan were watching... Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/nasubi

Transcribed - Published: 10 August 2023

29: Morbid Medicine: History’s Deadliest Cures

From drilling holes in your skull to eating tapeworms for weight loss, we're looking at some of the most morbid medical advice that's been given throughout history Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/morbidmedicine

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2023

28: Folklore: Stories of Appalachian Horror

Witches in the woods, screams in the middle of the night, the most haunted piece of land in all of Appalachia. Bring a backpack, because we're going deep into the Appalachian wilderness to hear the most terrifying folklore around. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Kathi Littlejohn: https://www.youtube.com/@cherokeevideos9203 Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/appalachia

Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2023

27: Harvard’s Dirty Secret: Bejeweled Skulls and Grave Robbing

The manager of Harvard's Medical school was just indicted for selling human remains to oddities shops, but the history of Harvard's involvement in black market corpse dealings goes back over 250 years. Let's travel through the morgue, past the skeletons found in Harvard's walls, all the way back to the most high profile murder to ever happen at the school. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Music from Artlist Shownotes: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/harvardmorgue

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2023

26: Murder On The Lake: Finland’s Greatest Unsolved Mystery

What happened the night of June 4th, 1960, when three teens were murdered at Lake Bodom in Finland? And why has no one ever been charged with the crime? Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. Heart Starts Pounding is written and produced by Kaelyn Moore. Music from Artlist Shownotes (with Photos): https://www.heartstartspounding.com/episodes/lakebodom

Transcribed - Published: 13 July 2023

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