Disaster
True crimeNot all monsters walk this earth with two feet. But they seem to live, breathe, and still have a mind all their own. Join Justin Drown, the host of Obscura (https://link.chtbl.com/obscura) , as he puts a True Crime spin on the most terrifying disasters imaginable - that seem to have a murderous mind of their own. New episodes the 1st and 15th
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- 32: Without Warning (00:19:30)
NWS STORM SURVEY HAS CONFIRMED AN EF2 TORNADO CAME ASHORE AT 129 AM AND LIFTED AT 133 AM IN STEVENSVILLE. MAXIMUM WINDS AT 125 MPH. SEVERAL STRUCTURES DAMAGED. REPORT OF A STRUCTURE COLLAPSE. SEVERAL HOMES WITH GAS LEAKS. WIRES DOWN. AND POLES DOWN. EVENT TIME IS ESTIMATED. - National Weather Service. On July 23rd, 2017. A violent storm hit Stevensville, Maryland seemingly out of nowhere. In the middle of the night. No one was prepared. Nor could they have been, Visit us online at : Disaster
- 31: Survivor Stories (00:20:01)
Natural disasters. We always think about think about their devastating power. The destruction left in their trail. But what about those left to pick up the pieces? The survivors. Today we sit 'round the fire and recount survivor stories. Firsthand accounts of surviving life altering events. Turn up the volume and settle in. Visit us online at : Disaster
- 30: A COVID Story (00:21:03)
Join Justin, host and creator of Disaster, as he turns the spotlight on himself. Recounting his experience with COVID. And the consequences that followed.
- 29: Little Heroes (00:21:01)
William Makepeace Thackeray once said that, “Mother is the name for God in the lips and hearts of little children.” Listener, If that's true, then what does that make children to their parents? Today’s episode will cover the heroic acts of children. And I’ll leave it at that… Visit us online at : Disaster
- 28: Tiger (00:20:36)
The subject of today’s episode is a 26-year-old man named River Steven Rosenquist. He worked at the Naples Zoo in Florida. He was hired to clean gift shops and restrooms. River didn’t work directly for the zoo. He worked for a third-party cleaning party. According to later reports he smelled of alcohol. That evening River chose to climb over a safety enclosure. The enclosure covered with signs warning against this exact act. It’s then that River allegedly stuck his arm through a fence that held a tiger. Eko, the eight years old Malayan tiger, did what tigers do. Visit us online at : Disaster Episode Sponsor: Go to http://HelloFresh.com/50truecrimedisaster and use code 50truecrimedisaster for 50% off plus free shipping!
- 27: The North Lakeland Fire Tragedy (00:24:30)
The devastating story of how Mrs. Lorretta Kay Pickard was failed by her community. This episode features graphic real world audio. Listen with caution. Visit us online at : Disaster Episode Sponser: Get $100 off your first month at Talkspace.com/disaster
- 26: The Fight (00:18:44)
Growing up, I always wanted to be a fighter. My friends and were involved in school wrestling. We took local boxing classes. And Like fools we had makeshift local boxing tournament There were times when we nearly knocked each other out. I’ve found years later that others shared this experience. Looking back… I wish I’d learned a language. Maybe focused on my fitness. Instead, I probably earned myself some C.T.E. It’s interesting to find that this sort of dangerous competition still goes on. That young people are still finding that not so great outlet. November, 20th, 2021, the University of Nevada Las Vegas hosted a boxing event at the held at the Sahara Event Center. The Fight Night featured untrained student boxers. What happened next was a tragedy and disaster. Episode Sponsor: Go to HelloFresh.com/TrueCrimeDisaster50 and and use code truecrimedisaster50 for 50% off plus free shipping! Visit us online at : Disaster
- 25: Sharon Lopatka - Digital Grave (00:26:15)
Up until the late 1990s, the internet was somewhat uncharted territory for many people and the landscape was very different back then. Twitter, Facebook, and even MySpace were things that had not been invented yet. Social media simply didn't exist the way that it does today and what modes of communication did exist took a small amount of technical knowledge. Private email groups and local BBS message boards were still the primary mode of communication by the time a service known as Usenet began to gain popularity. These newsgroups made it simple for the public to create an alias and post a public discussion; not unlike a primitive, stripped-down version of Reddit. And much like the early days of Reddit, topical groups available through the service ranged from the ordinary to shocking levels of depravity. There were no videos, gifs, or emojis as we see today as part of chat apps. This archaic online world was all ASCII and imagination, but for someone like Sharon Lopatka the online world was one of adventure and excitement. A world that she believed would fulfill all of her deepest desires, and one that ultimately lead her down a path of darkness. Visit us online at : Disaster Episode Sponsor: Go to Talkspace.com/DISASTER to get $100 off of your first month
- 24: Blue Whale (00:32:03)
Isolated incidents of coerced suicide are distressing to think about but with the growing popularity of social media sites it would seem there may be some people who want to play a deadly game. Sometime in 2013, rumors about a deadly suicide game began making their way across social media sites. VK, a Russian version of Facebook, seemed to be the source of the phenomenon, but like many creepy pastas, the game's true origins are muddy at best. What is well documented is the moral panic that began to spread through Russian tabloids about a game, known to teens as the Blue Whale Challenge, that some sources claimed had been responsible for a vast majority of the 130 suicides that occurred in Russia in 2016. Visit us online at : Disaster Episode Sponsor: Go to http://HelloFresh.com/truecrimedisaster16 and use code truecrimedisaster16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping!”
- 23: Alligator (00:22:35)
According to TC Palm, “from 1948 to 2021, 442 unprovoked bite incidents have occurred in Florida. 26 of the bites resulted in people being killed by wild alligators. A total of 303 people have received major injuries. 139 have received minor injuries over the same time period.” These attacks are increasing in number, rising from an average of just one every 3 years between 1988 and 1999 to about 7 per year between the years 2000 and 2016. I lived in Florida for years. I don’t think some people fully understood how dangerous swimming in fresh water can be. I find it interesting we live in a world where we overstate the dangerousness of sharks while downplaying the danger of alligators. Visit us online at : https://www.itsdisaster.com
- 22: The Drowning of Henry McCabe (00:14:13)
According to the coroner, Henry McCabe died due to drowning in Rush Lake. Since his tragic death there has been wild speculation. Today we take a look at his drowning and the media frenzy that followed. Visit us online at : https://www.itsdisaster.com
- Deadly Devotion: Motherhood and Mayhem, Part 2 (01:13:21)
[Part 2] This Mother’s Day, join Shane Waters on a chilling adventure featuring 14 podcasters as they share sinister stories of motherhood. Mother’s Day is typically a time to honor the love and sacrifices of mothers, but today we’ll be exploring the twisted tales that lurk behind the shadows. It’s an extra special, two parts, more than two-hour, Mother’s Day event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 1: Foul Play: Crime Series Music City 911 Crimes from the East Cults, Crimes, Cabernet A Nefarious Nightmare Crimelines The Asian Madness Podcast Part 2: Once Upon A Crime PNW Haunts & Homicides The Trail Went Cold Coffee & Cases Already Gone Twisted and Uncorked Mystery Inc If you enjoyed this holiday collaboration special, check out the other collaboration specials: Deceptions & Resurrections, Bloody Valentine, and A Nightmare before Halloween . Until our next adventure, stay safe and stay vigilant.
- Deadly Devotion: Motherhood and Mayhem, Part 1 (01:07:14)
This Mother’s Day, join Shane Waters on a chilling adventure featuring 14 podcasters as they share sinister stories of motherhood. Mother’s Day is typically a time to honor the love and sacrifices of mothers, but today we’ll be exploring the twisted tales that lurk behind the shadows. It’s an extra special, two parts, more than two-hour, Mother’s Day event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 1: Foul Play: Crime Series Music City 911 Crimes from the East Cults, Crimes, Cabernet A Nefarious Nightmare Crimelines The Asian Madness Podcast Part 2: Once Upon A Crime PNW Haunts & Homicides The Trail Went Cold Coffee & Cases Already Gone Twisted and Uncorked Mystery Inc If you enjoyed this holiday collaboration special, check out the other collaboration specials: Deceptions & Resurrections, Bloody Valentine, and A Nightmare before Halloween . Until our next adventure, stay safe and stay vigilant.
- From Mystery Inc: The Mystery at Airtight Bridge (00:51:01)
Jinkies! Welcome to the Mystery Inc podcast, where we unmask the truth behind the spookiest mysteries! In this episode, we're tackling the mystery at Airtight Bridge in Illinois. It's a place with a dark past, where strange things have been happening for decades. People have reported seeing ghostly figures walking along the bridge, strange noises, and even unexplainable accidents. Taking us on this spooky adventure are brother hosts, Shane and Josh Waters. They're experts in all things mystery, and they're not afraid of a little paranormal. So grab your Scooby Snacks, turn off the lights, and join us on the Mystery Inc podcast. Who knows what we might find? Zoinks! You can find Mystery Inc here: Website, Apple, Spotify
- 21: 2023 Turkey-Syria Earthquake (00:15:53)
On February 6, 2023, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck near the city of Gaziantep in southern Turkey at 4:17 am local time. The tremors were felt in Syria, Lebanon, Cyprus and Iraq. Buildings collapse and Initial reports suggest that 70 people died in the immediate aftermath of the quake. Not even ten minutes later, the first aftershock rocks through the counties with a 6.7-magnitutde. This was only the start. Visit us online at : https://www.itsdisaster.com Episode Sponsor: Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to talkspace.com/disaster and use code DISASTER. To match with a licensed therapist today Monthly Sponsors: Your new favorite bank account! Sign up at chime.com/cabernet Find a new doctor that takes your insurance the EASY way! Just go to Zocdoc.com/HIDDENSTAIRCASE
- 20: Hurricane Katrina: Expanded and Complete (00:30:48)
On August 28, 2005, at 6pm, New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin called for a curfew as tens of thousands of people sought shelter in the Superdome from the coming storm. No one was prepared for what was to come the next morning. Visit us online at : https://www.itsdisaster.com Episode Sponsor: Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to http://Talkspace.com and use code DISASTER. To match with a licensed therapist today
- Deceptions & Resurrections, Part 2 (01:06:59)
This Easter, join Shane Waters on a whimsical adventure featuring 13 podcasters as they share true stories of con artists and fake deaths. Delve into the magical world of the Enchanted Easterlands, where you’ll encounter peculiar characters and captivating true crime tales. Discover the history and origins of Easter, and experience a journey like no other. It’s an extra special, two part, more than two-hour, Easter event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 1: Crimelines Rotten to the Core Frightful Mind over Murder The Trail Went Cold The Hidden Staircase Hometown History Part 2: Wicked Deeds Obscura: A True Crime Podcast Hillbilly Horror Stories History Goes Bump Judgy Crime Girls Foul Play: Crime Series If you enjoyed this holiday collaboration special, check out the other collaboration specials: My Bloody Valentine and A Nightmare before Halloween. Stay tuned for upcoming holiday collaborations for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Until our next adventure, stay safe and stay vigilant.
- Deceptions & Resurrections, Part 1 (01:08:59)
This Easter, join Shane Waters on a whimsical adventure featuring 13 podcasters as they share true stories of con artists and fake deaths. Delve into the magical world of the Enchanted Easterlands, where you’ll encounter peculiar characters and captivating true crime tales. Discover the history and origins of Easter, and experience a journey like no other. It’s an extra special, two part, more than two-hour, Easter event. Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: Part 1: Crimelines Rotten to the Core Frightful Mind over Murder The Trail Went Cold The Hidden Staircase Hometown History Part 2: Wicked Deeds Obscura: A True Crime Podcast Hillbilly Horror Stories History Goes Bump Judgy Crime Girls Foul Play: Crime Series If you enjoyed this holiday collaboration special, check out the other collaboration specials: My Bloody Valentine and A Nightmare before Halloween. Stay tuned for upcoming holiday collaborations for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Until our next adventure, stay safe and stay vigilant.
- 19: Eruption of Mount St. Helens (00:21:52)
Had the warnings been headed, who knows what could have happened. Would the 57 lives claimed in the disaster have been saved? We will never know. The eruption of Mount St Helens on May 18, 1980, was a deadly reminder that no matter how peaceful things might appear, danger is always lurking beneath the surface. Visit us online at : https://www.itsdisaster.com Episode Sponser: Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to http://Talkspace.com and use code DISASTER. To match with a licensed therapist today
- 18: Devyn Holmes and the Facebook Live Disaster (00:16:11)
Not all Disasters are natural. In an age of instant access to the internet… some are streamed live. This episode is not for the timid. Listener discretion advised. Visit us online at : https://www.itsdisaster.com Episode Sponsor: Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to http://Talkspace.com and use code DISASTER. And match with a licensed therapist today
- 17: Fukushima nuclear disaster (00:09:55)
It was believed that an accident like Chernobyl couldn’t happen in Japan. While the Tokyo Electric Power Company, or TEPCO, did not believe an event like Chernobyl could happen at one of their power plants, the earthquake and tsunami were greater than anyone expected them to be. However, even before that natural disaster, there had been warning signs of what could come. Thirteen years before the disaster, a TEPCO employee noted a crack along one of the reactors at Fukushima. When reported, TEPCO attempted to conceal the evidence. However, when the employee reported his findings to the government, who ordered TEPCO to correct the issue. Instead, the employee was fired. Visit us online at: itsdisaster.com Episode Sponsor: Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com and use code DISASTER.
- 16: Tohoku Earthquake and Tsunami (00:18:15)
Tokyo is the largest city and capital of Japan. The area has been inhabited since ancient times. From the small fishing village of Edo to the capital of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603, by the 19th century, Edo was the largest city in the world with a population exceeding one million. Under the Meiji Restoration, in 1868, Tokyo was given the name it has today and became the imperial capital of Japan. Although not the subject of today’s podcast, Tokyo has gone through plenty of disasters, both natural and manmade. In 1923, a massive earthquake shook the region and destroyed most of the city—killing at least one hundred thousand people. However, within seven years, the city had mostly been rebuilt only to be devastated again by the US bombings in World War II. Japan is a country of resilience, as is its capital. Even so, the tragedies to come is what no one was prepared for. Visit us online.
- 15: Boston Molasses Disaster (00:17:28)
Molasses, the very item taxed that would lead to the famous cry about representation, is an interesting commodity. The syrupy molasses can also be distilled into industrial alcohol or ethanol to produce gunpowder and military explosives—a product needed in the revolution and World War 1, which America had entered in 1917. Molasses is essential in the production of rum and weaponry, but it is also a sort of sugar substitute that can create sweet treats that are more accessible to underage stomachs—such as the molasses cookies given to children when learning about the following events. Visit us online at: itsdisaster.com Episode Sponsor: - Get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com and use code DISASTER.
- The Wingsuit Disaster (00:07:01)
[Graphic Content Warning] Listener, today’s episode is a bit of a short one. We were in between episodes but have got it squared away now. Expect next episode to be full sized as usual. Until then enjoy this episode about a live streamed wingsuit dive that ends in disaster.
- From Team Disaster, Introducing: Mystery Inc (00:01:20)
From the same team that brings you Disaster, we want to introduce you to our new show Mystery Inc. If you enjoy talking about shady mysteries, Aliens, murder, legends, and of course the occasional tea - then Mystery Inc is the podcast for you! Together brothers Shane and Josh Waters travel in their Mystery Machine Tesla scouting out some of the world’s best mysteries to share them here with you on Mystery Inc - which can be found wherever you listen to podcasts. Find all the places to listen. Visit Mystery Inc online. Follow Mystery Inc on Facebook. Shane also hosts Foul Play: Crime Series, and Josh is also the host of Rotten to the Core.