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  • 19: Pearl Bryan & Her Missing Head | True Crime Sleep Stories

    19: Pearl Bryan & Her Missing Head | True Crime Sleep Stories
    May 29 2025
    Step into the chilling and tragic tale of Pearl Bryan, a 22-year-old pregnant woman from Greencastle, Indiana, whose gruesome 1896 murder sent shockwaves across Northern Kentucky.

    Drugged, decapitated, and left in a field, her untimely death uncovers a haunting story of betrayal, scandal, and a theatrical trial that gripped the nation.

    Get cozy, as we unravel the mysterious disappearance of her head, the sinister roles of dental students Scott Jackson and Alonzo Walling, and Pearl’s lingering legacy in both history and folklore.
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    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
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    18 mins
  • 18: The Pious Poisoner: Maria Swanenburg, aka Goeie Mie

    18: The Pious Poisoner: Maria Swanenburg, aka Goeie Mie
    May 21 2025
    Prepare to drift off into a chilling tale of trust, betrayal, and murder in this episode of True Crime Sleep Stories. Tonight, we explore the unsettling life of Maria Swanenberg, a woman lovingly nicknamed "Goeie Mie."

    To her neighbors, she was a kind and devoted caretaker—but behind the warm, pious exterior lay a sinister secret. Maria's nursing skills came with a deadly twist, and her poison claimed dozens of lives.

    Uncover the dark truths about her motives, her methods, and how she might have continued her twisted mission if not for a single oversight.

    This is a story of deception, tragedy, and the unmasking of a killer who exploited the very people who trusted her most.

    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!

    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
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    16 mins
  • 17: The Somerton Man: Secrets on the Sand

    17: The Somerton Man: Secrets on the Sand
    May 7 2025
    On a quiet morning in South Australia, the lifeless body of a sharply dressed man was found propped against a seawall on Somerton Beach. Over 70 years later, the mystery of the Somerton Man continues to captivate and confound, with cryptic messages, secret pockets, Cold War espionage theories, and groundbreaking DNA revelations fueling one of true crime’s most enigmatic cases.

    Join us as we unravel the story of the man who took his secrets to the grave.

    Cozy up, light a candle, and immerse yourself in this remarkable blend of puzzles and intrigue.

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    11 mins
  • 16: The Ballad of Bonnie & Clyde

    16: The Ballad of Bonnie & Clyde
    Apr 26 2025
    The Ballad of Bonnie & Clyde
    Get cozy and drift off (if you can) as we unravel the thrilling and tragic tale of America's most infamous outlaw couple, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. This episode takes a deep look into their lives, criminal escapades, and the enduring legacy of their romance and rebellion. You’ll hear about their troubled beginnings, dramatic heists, and the infamous ambush that sealed their fate. Was it love that fueled their crime spree, or something darker? Tune in to uncover the story behind the myth.

    Love what you hear? Don’t forget to subscribe to True Crime Sleep Stories to never miss an episode. Leave a review and share your theories on Bonnie & Clyde’s story. Could they have escaped their fate? We'd love to hear your thoughts!
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    35 mins
  • 15: The Mystery of D.B. Cooper | True Crime Sleep Stories

    15: The Mystery of D.B. Cooper | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Nov 13 2024
    Not all enthralling true crime tales involve gruesome acts or sinister plots. Some captivate the imagination by weaving threads of mystery and intrigue, with characters who vanish into the annals of history without a trace. Such is the case with D.B. Cooper, an enduring mystery that has puzzled experts and amateurs alike for decades.

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    20 mins
  • 14: The Great Alcatraz Escape of 1962 | True Crime Sleep Stories

    14: The Great Alcatraz Escape of 1962 | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Jun 25 2024
    Nestled in the middle of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz, famously known as “The Rock,” has been a fortress for captives since the Civil War. It was transformed into the world's most impenetrable prison in 1934.

    Many inmates dreamed of escaping its confines, but only three men may have actually succeeded. Did John Anglin, Clarence Anglin, and Frank Morris perish in the icy waters of the Bay, or did they manage to escape to freedom and live out their lives in secrecy? The mystery remains unsolved to this day.

    Drift off to sleep listening to this story about one of the most legendary prison breaks in history.

    Thanks for listening, and sleep well…

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    11 mins
  • 13: Elizabeth Short: The Black Dahlia | True Crime Sleep Stories

    13: Elizabeth Short: The Black Dahlia | True Crime Sleep Stories
    May 8 2024
    Elizabeth Short, also known as the Black Dahlia, was brutally murdered in Hollywood in 1947. Her unsolved case remains one of the most infamous true crime tales of all time. Listen to this True Crime Sleep Story...if you dare.
    Warning: Violence.

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  • 12: What Happened To Doveland, Wisconsin? | True Crime Sleep Stories

    12: What Happened To Doveland, Wisconsin? | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Feb 3 2023
    This originally aired on our YouTube channel.
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    What Happened to Doveland, Wisconsin?
    We don’t know how many people lived in Doveland, Wisconsin, or if it actually really ever existed at all... Because Doveland, WI is one of Amerieca’s biggest little mysteries.
    Was Doveland a part of a government project gone wrong?
    Is it another instance of the Mandela effect at work?
    Was the town sucked into a black hole?
    Or are people just mis-remembering?
    We’ll discuss all the interesting theories today.
    #Wisconsin #legends #lore #urbanlegend #doveland
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    https://obscurban-legend.fandom.com/wiki/Doveland,_Wisconsin
    https://q985online.com/legend-of-doveland-wisconsin-disappearance/
    https://latestinbollywood.com/doveland-wisconsin-wiki-what-happened-to-the-doveland-wisconsin-theories/
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