Welcome to the first episode of 2025! We’re kicking off the year with an emotionally charged true crime case and an eerie paranormal mystery that will leave you questioning reality.

Kai starts us off with the heartbreaking story of Lauren McCluskey, a talented student-athlete whose life was tragically cut short by a system that failed to protect her. Through meticulous research, Kai delves into Lauren’s life, the events leading up to her untimely death, and the lessons we can all learn from this devastating case. This story serves as a stark reminder of the importance of accountability and the consequences of ignoring cries for help.

Then, J takes us on a chilling journey into the unknown with the tale of The Devil’s Footprints—a bizarre phenomenon that occurred in Devon, England, during the winter of 1855. After a heavy snowfall, townsfolk awoke to discover strange, cloven hoofprints stretching across miles of countryside, defying logic and natural boundaries. Was it a trick of the weather, an elaborate hoax, or something otherworldly? J explores the history, theories, and the lingering mystery that continues to baffle researchers to this day.

Join us as we balance the tragic with the supernatural, offering a thought-provoking start to the year on Chambers of the Occult.

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In this episode, we’ve curated a delightful assortment of bizarre tales and historical oddities that will make you laugh, scratch your head, and possibly reconsider your life choices:

• Cucumber-Eating Cat: Meet the peculiar feline who turned down mice in favor of fresh cucumbers and squash, wreaking havoc on the farm’s vegetable supply. Move over Garfield—this cat’s diet is the real shocker.
• Santa’s Reindeer Wrangler: Grady Carothers took holiday spirit to new heights, wrangling reindeer across the Arctic to ensure Santa’s team was ready for Christmas. Donder, Blitzen, and a little cowboy magic made it all possible.
• Topsy the Ghost Cat: From a dramatic death under a barrel to a wobbly resurrection, Topsy baffled her owners and left mourners scrambling to check her empty grave. Nine lives never looked so spooky.
• Men Concede the Battle of the Pantsuit: Women claimed victory in this fashion war as pantsuits became an accepted—and fabulous—alternative to skirts. Lima’s most stylish revolution was underway!
• Unique Criminals and the $5 Bloodhound Scheme: George Hon didn’t just escape jail; he also sold the sheriff’s bloodhounds to a farmer for a quick buck. Add in a buggy cushion theft, and you’ve got the crime story of the century.
• Midget Racer Dreams Big: Roger VanHorn’s tiny car led to big change, as he combined high-speed thrills with helping troubled youth. Who says dreams have to come in large packages?
• Kids’ New Year Resolutions: From better grades to canned food drives, the next generation’s ambition was as inspiring as it was ambitious. Let’s hope their moms’ cars survived the resolutions.
• The Broken Resolution Solution: Don’t bother making New Year’s resolutions—they’re doomed to fail anyway! From smoking fewer cigars to skipping exercise bikes, history proves we’re better off without the pressure.

Tune in for an hour of history’s quirkiest moments, guaranteed to bring laughter and a healthy dose of “What were they thinking?” to your day. It’s Old News Nonsense at its finest!

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As the year comes to a close at Chambers of the Occult, we’re wrapping things up with two fascinating new stories to dive into.

First, J takes us through the unsettling story of the Slender Man stabbing—a disturbing tale of how a creepy internet legend captured the minds of two young girls and led to an unthinkable crime against their best friend. We’ll unpack how a fictional character became something much darker and explore the ripple effects of this modern myth gone too far.

Next, Kai walks us through the history and stories of the Myrtles Plantation, one of Louisiana’s most famous haunted locations. From the mysterious figure of Chloe to the unexplained happenings that make this place notorious, we’ll sift through its history and chilling personal accounts.

So settle in as we close out the year like we always do—by unpacking the twisted, the haunted, and the mysterious.

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