This episode Jessica tells the harrowing story of Thad Phillips, who was abducted and tortured at the age of 13 by a teenager named Joe. The conversation explores the events leading up to Thad's abduction, the brutal torture he endured, and his miraculous escape. It also highlights the tragic case of Chris Steiner, another victim of Joe, and the impact of Thad's bravery in bringing closure to Chris's family.00:00 Introduction to Thad Phillips' Story00:44 The Disappearance of Chris Steiner02:08 Thad Phillips Abduction04:01 Thad's Attempt To Escape09:37 Thad's Call For Help10:59 Thad Helps Solve the Case of Chris Steiner13:54 The Trial16:44 Thad's Parents Search For Him19:05 Joe AppealsSources:👻 https://youtu.be/V32ecLHjAac?si=qSm6nl_VBgzXOzMx👻https://crimewaffles.wixsite.com/crimewaffles/post/joesph-clark-the-bone-breaker-killer👻https://thesquonkandthehag.com/2023/08/03/the-bonebreaker-killer-joe-clark/👻https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-thad-phillips-real-hero-of-baraboo👻https://mail.murderpedia.org/male.C/c/clark-joe.htm👻https://www.ranker.com/list/joe-clark-the-bonebraker-facts/laura-allan👻https://www.wicourts.gov/ca/opinion/DisplayDocument.html?content=html&seqNo=13365Follow us on the socials!Instagram: @paranoiapairpodTiktok: @paranoiapairpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573514364148Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RoEzOtbOkvSIm6wAtrTpZ?si=99kIzYWxTdmvgeX9cTENmwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-paranoia-pair/id1788584460Intro and Outro Music:MusicInMedia - Pixabayhttps://pixabay.com/music/mystery-investigative-mystery-219051/Podcast Cover Art:Lauren Watson
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The Caylee Anthony Case
This week Anna leads the episode on the case of Caylee Anthony. We're exploring the timeline of her disappearance, the investigation that followed, the trial of her mother Casey Anthony, and the public's reaction to the verdict. Including the evidence presented, the defense's arguments, cussing, more cussing and the aftermath of the trial, including Casey's attempts to rebuild her life and public image. 00:00 Introduction to the Case of Caylee Anthony05:45 The Disappearance of Caylee12:44 Investigation and Evidence20:53 The Trial Begins29:43 The Verdict and Public Outcry35:48 Aftermath and Casey's New LifeSources:👻 https://abcnews.go.com/US/casey-anthony-trial-aftermath-caylee-law-drafted-states/story?id=14020260👻 https://lawrecord.com/2011/08/11/the-case-of-casey-anthony-defending-the-american-jury-system/👻 https://www.alcatrazeast.com/crime-library/forensic-investigation/forensic-analysis-casey-anthony-trial/👻 https://www.vox.com/culture/23506125/casey-anthony-evidence-where-the-truth-lies-how-true-or-false?.com👻 https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/casey-anthony-tiktok-substack-20200009.php?.com👻 https://people.com/casey-anthony-joins-tiktok-claims-advocate-for-daughter-11689707👻 https://belkasoft.com/basic-but-significant-legal-issues-casey-anthony-case👻 Peacock Docu-series The Case of: Caylee Anthony👻 Casey Anthony: An American Murder MysteryFollow us on the socials!Instagram: @paranoiapairpodTiktok: @paranoiapairpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573514364148Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RoEzOtbOkvSIm6wAtrTpZ?si=99kIzYWxTdmvgeX9cTENmwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-paranoia-pair/id1788584460Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81cc46b3-02f5-4838-a2ab-97e6a9ebe218/the-paranoia-pairIntro and Outro Music:MusicInMedia - Pixabayhttps://pixabay.com/music/mystery-investigative-mystery-219051/Podcast Cover Art:Lauren Watson
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The Mystery of Black Eyed Kids
This week, Jessica takes us into the spine-tingling world of Black Eyed Kids. First reported in 1996, these mysterious, black-eyed visitors have become the stuff of modern legends. Are they supernatural creatures, figments of imagination, or something else entirely? We'll explore where they came from, share unsettling encounters, and unpack the theories surrounding them. Creepy, curious, or just plain weird—whatever they are, they’re knocking, and you don’t want to answer.Sources:💀https://www.tbsnews.net/splash/legend-black-eyed-children-55705%3famp💀https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/black-eyed-children-urban-legend💀https://www.clarabush.com/the-black-eyed-children-urban-legend/💀https://shadowpeople.org/main/ghost/beknorwood.html💀https://sites.psu.edu/urbanlegends/2019/03/29/black-eyed-children/Follow us on the socials!Instagram: @paranoiapairpodTiktok: @paranoiapairpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573514364148Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RoEzOtbOkvSIm6wAtrTpZ?si=99kIzYWxTdmvgeX9cTENmwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-paranoia-pair/id1788584460Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81cc46b3-02f5-4838-a2ab-97e6a9ebe218/the-paranoia-pairIntro and Outro Music:MusicInMedia - Pixabayhttps://pixabay.com/music/mystery-investigative-mystery-219051/Podcast Cover Art:Lauren Watson
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Paranoia Files: The Whistler, the Hitchhiker, and Other Nightmares
Strange encounters, eerie curses, and chilling discoveries—this month's Paranoia Files is packed with unsettling tales that will leave you questioning reality. A husband watches in terror as his wife’s behavior takes a disturbing turn. A late-night trip into the woods leads to a terrifying encounter. A cursed neighborhood warns of “The Whistler”—if you search for it, you might not make it out alive. And a woman picks up a hitchhiker, only to learn days later that he’s a killer. Are you ready to dive into the unknown?Sources:🦇 https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/s/OHYVpTyBDk🦇https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/s/wMn5XX6xz7🦇https://www.reddit.com/r/creepyencounters/s/E6WTKtClPU🦇https://www.reddit.com/r/TrueScaryStories/s/Obo0dor0dDFollow us on the socials!Instagram: @paranoiapairpodTiktok: @paranoiapairpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573514364148Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RoEzOtbOkvSIm6wAtrTpZ?si=99kIzYWxTdmvgeX9cTENmwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-paranoia-pair/id1788584460Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81cc46b3-02f5-4838-a2ab-97e6a9ebe218/the-paranoia-pairIntro and Outro Music:MusicInMedia - Pixabayhttps://pixabay.com/music/mystery-investigative-mystery-219051/Podcast Cover Art:Lauren Watson
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Susan Smith: A Path from Pain to Horror
In this weeks episode we go into the tragic life of Susan Smith, exploring her troubled childhood, the trauma she faced, and the events leading to the disappearance of her two children. We cover her relationships, mental health struggles, and the eventual confession of her crimes. Jessica and Anna also reflect on the implications of her actions, the justice system's response, and the ongoing impact of her story. 00:00 The Troubled Childhood of Susan Smith06:18 Teenage Trauma and Early Relationships12:30 The Disappearance of Michael and Alexander17:10 Confession and Consequences21:55 Justice and ParoleSources:👻 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Smith👻 https://www.wbtv.com/2024/11/19/susan-smith-up-parole-south-carolina-30-years-later-what-we-know/👻https://www.wyff4.com/article/local-history-arrest-parole-killer-susan-smith/62028246👻https://youtu.be/nVXHNclV5Rg?si=v5VBddgfeWfYdd_0Follow us on the socials!Instagram: @paranoiapairpodTiktok: @paranoiapairpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573514364148Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1RoEzOtbOkvSIm6wAtrTpZ?si=99kIzYWxTdmvgeX9cTENmwApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-paranoia-pair/id1788584460Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/81cc46b3-02f5-4838-a2ab-97e6a9ebe218/the-paranoia-pairIntro and Outro Music:MusicInMedia - Pixabayhttps://pixabay.com/music/mystery-investigative-mystery-219051/Podcast Cover Art:Lauren Watson
Join two friends, Jessica and Anna, as they explore the strange, the spooky, and the downright bizarre in this out-of-this-world podcast. From chilling true crime cases to mind-bending conspiracy theories, urban legends, and more, The Paranoia Pair is your place for all things weird and unexplainable. Whether it’s creepy cryptids or government cover-ups, these curious pals bring light and laughs and new perspectives to Earths mysteries. Buckle up for a journey into the unknown — it’s going to be a wild ride!
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