Donald Harvey

Donald Harvey began his murderous career by thinking he was helping sick patients pass on. But somewhere in between smothering some people, and poisoning others, Harvey began to enjoy his “work”. Labeled the Angel of Death, Harvey is believed to have killed anywhere between 37 to 87 people. He’s a infamous legend in Courtney and Brandon’s state of Kentucky. Come on in and listen to the story of Harvey and Murder Mount.

Donald Harvey began his murderous career by thinking he was helping sick patients pass on. But somewhere in between smothering some people, and poisoning others, Harvey began to enjoy his “work”. Labeled the Angel of Death, Harvey is believed to have killed anywhere between 37 to 87 people. He’s a infamous legend in Courtney and Brandon’s state of Kentucky. Come on in and listen to the story of Harvey and Murder Mount.

Donald Harvey: The Angel of Death

RICHARD SPECK

If you want to get diabolical, then look only to Richard Speck for inspiration. A mass murderer, Speck was responsible for the deaths of 8 nurses at South Chicago Community Hospital. He spent the rest of his life in prison, killing birds and growing boobs...

If you want to get diabolical, then look only to Richard Speck for inspiration. A mass murderer, Speck was responsible for the deaths of 8 nurses at South Chicago Community Hospital. He spent the rest of his life in prison, killing birds and growing boobs...

Richard Speck

We've reached the end of the Ed Gein saga. In this episode we'll discuss what Ed did with fresh and old bodies, as well as his capture and trial. Things get messy (and stinky) so put on your hazmats and come join us.

We've reached the end of the Ed Gein saga. In this episode we'll discuss what Ed did with fresh and old bodies, as well as his capture and trial. Things get messy (and stinky) so put on your hazmats and come join us.

Ed Gein Part 2 - Heinous Geinous 

Most people have heard the tale of Ed Gein. He was a necrophile and murderer, who would dig up graves and use skin and bones to decorate his home. He's been the inspiration for many Hollywood killers such as Leatherface and Norman Bates. But have you heard of Ed's beginnings and what could've been the outliers to who he would become? An overbearing mother. A drunk, lazy father. A brother who didn't view his mother as an angel. Add in Ed's own mental illness and you'll have some insight on what made Ed Gein the Butcher of Plainfield.

Most people have heard the tale of Ed Gein. He was a necrophile and murderer, who would dig up graves and use skin and bones to decorate his home. He's been the inspiration for many Hollywood killers such as Leatherface and Norman Bates. But have you heard of Ed's beginnings and what could've been the outliers to who he would become? An overbearing mother. A drunk, lazy father. A brother who didn't view his mother as an angel. Add in Ed's own mental illness and you'll have some insight on what made Ed Gein the Butcher of Plainfield.

Ed Gein Part 1 - Mean Gein Jelly Bean

Listen to Courtney and Brandon do a reading of the classic collection of scary and humorous folklore, Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark.

Listen to Courtney and Brandon do a reading of the classic collection of scary and humorous folklore, Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark.

Scary Stories Read in the Dark

Peter Sutcliffe

Courtney finishes up about Peter Sutcliffe and his "God-ordained" murder spree of unsuspecting prostitutes. She discusses the trial and pay close attention to some of the things Sutcliffe says. They'll make you think a little W, a little T, and a lot of F.

Courtney finishes up about Peter Sutcliffe and his "God-ordained" murder spree of unsuspecting prostitutes. She discusses the trial and pay close attention to some of the things Sutcliffe says. They'll make you think a little W, a little T, and a lot of F.

Peter Sutcliffe - The Yorkshire Ripper Part 2

Stop me if you’ve heard this before, a serial killer terrorizes the community in the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. This episode is no different as we look at the beginnings and murders of Peter Sutcliffe, aka, The Yorkshire Ripper. A coward, Sutcliffe murdered 13 women and attempted to kill seven more. He was interviewed by police at least 9 times during his active killing days, somehow eluding capture every time. Get cozy and be prepared to get a little darker.

Stop me if you’ve heard this before, a serial killer terrorizes the community in the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. This episode is no different as we look at the beginnings and murders of Peter Sutcliffe, aka, The Yorkshire Ripper. A coward, Sutcliffe murdered 13 women and attempted to kill seven more. He was interviewed by police at least 9 times during his active killing days, somehow eluding capture every time. Get cozy and be prepared to get a little darker.

Peter Sutcliffe - The Yorkshire Ripper

It’s our first dive into the Mob and we’re starting off with a good one, Vincent “Mad Dog” Coll. Immigrating from Ireland to the United States with his family, it didn’t take long for Coll to make his start in organized crime. While just a teenager, Coll was considered a top assassin and kidnapper. This quick climb up the ladder gave Coll enough hubris to challenge one of the high ranking gangs, the Dutch Schultz Gang, for equal partnership. But as with most Mob stories, Coll’s tale is bathed in blood and mystery.

It’s our first dive into the Mob and we’re starting off with a good one, Vincent “Mad Dog” Coll. Immigrating from Ireland to the United States with his family, it didn’t take long for Coll to make his start in organized crime. While just a teenager, Coll was considered a top assassin and kidnapper. This quick climb up the ladder gave Coll enough hubris to challenge one of the high ranking gangs, the Dutch Schultz Gang, for equal partnership. But as with most Mob stories, Coll’s tale is bathed in blood and mystery.

Vincent "Mad Dog" Coll

Widely considered the most dangerous haunting in the world, the Black Monk House has a history rich in terror. Believed to be haunted by the malevolent spirit of a monk, The Black Monk, who was hanged for rape and murder, many have experienced sheer moments of panic and fright while inside the house. From people having liquid poured onto their head to being grabbed by the throat and dragged up the stairs, this poltergeist can go from funny to malevolent in a blink. We’ll discuss those whose lives were tormented by The Black Monk.

Widely considered the most dangerous haunting in the world, the Black Monk House has a history rich in terror. Believed to be haunted by the malevolent spirit of a monk, The Black Monk, who was hanged for rape and murder, many have experienced sheer moments of panic and fright while inside the house. From people having liquid poured onto their head to being grabbed by the throat and dragged up the stairs, this poltergeist can go from funny to malevolent in a blink. We’ll discuss those whose lives were tormented by The Black Monk.

The Black Monk of Pontefract

Whether you’re against the death penalty or not, you’d have to admit having your execution botched would be a painful way to go. Give a listen to this episode as we talk about some executions that did not go as planned, and by that we mean, they went terribly wrong.

Whether you’re against the death penalty or not, you’d have to admit having your execution botched would be a painful way to go. Give a listen to this episode as we talk about some executions that did not go as planned, and by that we mean, they went terribly wrong.

Botched Executions

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The Black Umbrella Podcast

The history and origins of Halloween are as rich as any other day of celebration. Whether you believe it’s a day where the veil between worlds is at its thinnest, or just a time to eat all the candy you can shove in your pie-hole, most of us can say we love Halloween. So get under the Black Umbrella as we talk about the history of Halloween and all the spooky-dooky stuff slammed in the middle.

The history and origins of Halloween are as rich as any other day of celebration. Whether you believe it’s a day where the veil between worlds is at its thinnest, or just a time to eat all the candy you can shove in your pie-hole, most of us can say we love Halloween. So get under the Black Umbrella as we talk about the history of Halloween and all the spooky-dooky stuff slammed in the middle.

History of Halloween

Think on how many times you’ve gone to a restaurant, and then remember how many times you’ve returned home without incident. Seems pretty mundane, right? Well, in 1984, at a McDonald’s in San Ysidro California, the mundane turned into a massacre, when James Huberty came in armed to the teeth. Until 1991, the San Ysidro McDonald’s massacre would be the worst in American history. Join us as we talk about the incident and the piece of garbage who inflicted the disaster.

Think on how many times you’ve gone to a restaurant, and then remember how many times you’ve returned home without incident. Seems pretty mundane, right? Well, in 1984, at a McDonald’s in San Ysidro California, the mundane turned into a massacre, when James Huberty came in armed to the teeth. Until 1991, the San Ysidro McDonald’s massacre would be the worst in American history. Join us as we talk about the incident and the piece of garbage who inflicted the disaster.

James Huberty and the San Ysidro McDonald's Massacre

Ted Kaczynski

Ted Kaczynski is one of the bigger names in true crime. Dubbed as the Unabomber, Ted was responsible for the deaths of three people and injuring over twenty more with homemade bombs. Had one of his bombs functioned correctly, the death tally could’ve reached over five hundred. We’ll discuss Ted’s life, and how his genius level intellect was used for evil instead of good.

Ted Kaczynski is one of the bigger names in true crime. Dubbed as the Unabomber, Ted was responsible for the deaths of three people and injuring over twenty more with homemade bombs. Had one of his bombs functioned correctly, the death tally could’ve reached over five hundred. We’ll discuss Ted’s life, and how his genius level intellect was used for evil instead of good.

Ted Kaczynski - The Unabomber

Edmund, Ed, Kemper, also known as the Co-ed Killer, terrorized California in the early 70’s. What he did to his victims is gut-wrenching and, honestly, hard to hear. But before Ed began his murder spree, he started off as a disturbed boy prone to killing animals and putting himself in “execution-style” scenarios. We’ll dive into Ed’s deep hatred for his mother, and how she unknowingly helped mold a little boy into a true monster. Special thanks to Jason Maggard for the voice work and ad of The Suicide Gospels. Check out Jason on Twitch. https://www.twitch.tv/mulabi Jason often roleplays games such as Grand Theft Auto and table top games such as DnD 5th Edition and Vampire the Masquerade. Jason is a talented voice actor who can do pretty much whatever impression you’d like. Give his channel a follow! https://www.amazon.com/Suicide-Gospels-Brandon-Abney-ebook/dp/B07NCV5KSX/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1552722326&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABrandon+Abney&amp;s=digital-text&amp;sr=1-2&amp;text=Brandon+Abney

Edmund, Ed, Kemper, also known as the Co-ed Killer, terrorized California in the early 70’s. What he did to his victims is gut-wrenching and, honestly, hard to hear. But before Ed began his murder spree, he started off as a disturbed boy prone to killing animals and putting himself in “execution-style” scenarios. We’ll dive into Ed’s deep hatred for his mother, and how she unknowingly helped mold a little boy into a true monster. Special thanks to Jason Maggard for the voice work and ad of The Suicide Gospels. Check out Jason on Twitch. <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/mulabi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.twitch.tv/mulabi</a> Jason often roleplays games such as Grand Theft Auto and table top games such as DnD 5th Edition and Vampire the Masquerade. Jason is a talented voice actor who can do pretty much whatever impression you’d like. Give his channel a follow! <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Suicide-Gospels-Brandon-Abney-ebook/dp/B07NCV5KSX/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1552722326&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABrandon+Abney&amp;s=digital-text&amp;sr=1-2&amp;text=Brandon+Abney" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Suicide-Gospels-Brandon-Abney-ebook/dp/B07NCV5KSX/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1552722326&amp;refinements=p_27%3ABrandon+Abney&amp;s=digital-text&amp;sr=1-2&amp;text=Brandon+Abney</a>

Ed Kemper: Co-ed Killer, Necrophile, Bumblebutt

H.H. Holmes

In this episode Courtney talks about the “OG” of urban serial killers, the infamous H.H. Holmes. The original Triple H. So, if you’re ready to play the game, come under the Black Umbrella as we talk about Holmes’ murder castle. Complete with greased shoots and pipes to let in poisonous gas, the murder castle was aptly named and terrifying. Innovative does not begin to describe the first serial killer of the United States.

In this episode Courtney talks about the “OG” of urban serial killers, the infamous H.H. Holmes. The original Triple H. So, if you’re ready to play the game, come under the Black Umbrella as we talk about Holmes’ murder castle. Complete with greased shoots and pipes to let in poisonous gas, the murder castle was aptly named and terrifying. Innovative does not begin to describe the first serial killer of the United States.

H.H. Holmes - Part 1

Emotionless killers, calling 911/999 to confess their crimes, has a different way of punching people in the gut. Their disturbing words linger, and often the question of “why?” is never answered. In this episode we’ll listen to the 911/999 calls made by Brian Sweatt, Dale Cregan, Omar Thornton, and Earl Valentine. Each call is chilling in its own right, and you’ll see just how cruel the human mind can be.

Emotionless killers, calling 911/999 to confess their crimes, has a different way of punching people in the gut. Their disturbing words linger, and often the question of “why?” is never answered. In this episode we’ll listen to the 911/999 calls made by Brian Sweatt, Dale Cregan, Omar Thornton, and Earl Valentine. Each call is chilling in its own right, and you’ll see just how cruel the human mind can be.

Disturbing 911 and 999 Calls

The bombings that occurred during the 2013 Boston Marathon were tragic. Three people lost their lives and many more were severely injured. Information would suggest the chase and capture of the Tsarnaev brothers was cut and dry. But as with any event, there has to be some conspiracy involved. Was the bombing a false flag? Did we blame another country when, in fact, the United States was at fault? Was this an FBI drill gone wrong? Was the bombing something "needed" to help increase security and a way to gather information on the common folk? Get under the Black Umbrella and Courtney will talk about the bombing and some of the conspiracies surrounding it.

The bombings that occurred during the 2013 Boston Marathon were tragic. Three people lost their lives and many more were severely injured. Information would suggest the chase and capture of the Tsarnaev brothers was cut and dry. But as with any event, there has to be some conspiracy involved. Was the bombing a false flag? Did we blame another country when, in fact, the United States was at fault? Was this an FBI drill gone wrong? Was the bombing something "needed" to help increase security and a way to gather information on the common folk? Get under the Black Umbrella and Courtney will talk about the bombing and some of the conspiracies surrounding it.

Conspiracy Theory: Boston Marathon Bombing

Robert Berdella

We’re still on serial killers and we’ve got a good one here. Robert Berdella, or the Kansas City Butcher, is next on the list. Found guilty of killing at least six people, Berdella had a propensity for rape, torture, dismemberment, and “rupturing cavities”. In the first of this two part episode, we’ll lay the ground work, and describe Berdella’s religious upbringing, his love for cooking, collecting, and especially his art…And by art, we mean he used duck’s blood to express himself. Enjoy.

We’re still on serial killers and we’ve got a good one here. Robert Berdella, or the Kansas City Butcher, is next on the list. Found guilty of killing at least six people, Berdella had a propensity for rape, torture, dismemberment, and “rupturing cavities”. In the first of this two part episode, we’ll lay the ground work, and describe Berdella’s religious upbringing, his love for cooking, collecting, and especially his art…And by art, we mean he used duck’s blood to express himself. Enjoy.

Robert Berdella Part 1

Roch Theriault

Rational people know semen cannot raise the dead, especially when injected into a skull, but Roch Theriault, and his cult, The Ant Hill Kids, were nowhere near rational. This, along with using sledgehammers, blow torches, botched circumcisions, and crude dentistry, were just some of the methods used to keep cult members in check. A true tale of brutality and mind control, The Ant Hill kids are one of the worst cults to exist in the modern era.

Rational people know semen cannot raise the dead, especially when injected into a skull, but Roch Theriault, and his cult, The Ant Hill Kids, were nowhere near rational. This, along with using sledgehammers, blow torches, botched circumcisions, and crude dentistry, were just some of the methods used to keep cult members in check. A true tale of brutality and mind control, The Ant Hill kids are one of the worst cults to exist in the modern era.

Cults: Roch Theriault and The Ant Hill Kids

Gilles de Rais

Most of us have heard of the heroine, Joan of Arc. But have you heard about her second-in-command, Gilles de Rais? Where Joan was viewed as virtuous and heroic, Gilles was a bloodthirsty deviant bent on gaining wealth by any means. The most heinous of those means was child sacrifice to the demon, Barron. It is estimated Gilles tortured and killed, (with a smile, by his own confession), up to six hundred children. Come under the Black Umbrella and get information overload on one of the worst humans to have ever lived.

Most of us have heard of the heroine, Joan of Arc. But have you heard about her second-in-command, Gilles de Rais? Where Joan was viewed as virtuous and heroic, Gilles was a bloodthirsty deviant bent on gaining wealth by any means. The most heinous of those means was child sacrifice to the demon, Barron. It is estimated Gilles tortured and killed, (with a smile, by his own confession), up to six hundred children. Come under the Black Umbrella and get information overload on one of the worst humans to have ever lived.

Gilles de Rais - One of the worst humans ever

We’ve reached the end of Ed Kemper’s story. We’ll discuss the murders in detail, as well as Ed’s revenge on his mother, his capture and what he’s doing today. Yes, Ed is still alive.

We’ve reached the end of Ed Kemper’s story. We’ll discuss the murders in detail, as well as Ed’s revenge on his mother, his capture and what he’s doing today. Yes, Ed is still alive.

Ed Kemper Part 2

The Winchester Mystery House is a well-known spectacle. With rooms and stairwells leading to nowhere, or sometimes decent falls, it’s no wonder the Winchester House is such an attraction. And although the exterior is bright, the inside of the mansion reportedly houses things much darker. Believing she was haunted by the ghosts of those killed by Winchester rifles, Sarah Winchester, constructed the house in order to confuse the spirits, thus why construction was ever ongoing and why it looks so...strange. But rumor also has it that Mrs. Winchester was involved in the occult, or free masonry and The Winchester Mansion holds portals to the fourth dimension. Is it true? After doing some research, the only answer we can come up with is maybe?

The Winchester Mystery House is a well-known spectacle. With rooms and stairwells leading to nowhere, or sometimes decent falls, it’s no wonder the Winchester House is such an attraction. And although the exterior is bright, the inside of the mansion reportedly houses things much darker. Believing she was haunted by the ghosts of those killed by Winchester rifles, Sarah Winchester, constructed the house in order to confuse the spirits, thus why construction was ever ongoing and why it looks so...strange. But rumor also has it that Mrs. Winchester was involved in the occult, or free masonry and The Winchester Mansion holds portals to the fourth dimension. Is it true? After doing some research, the only answer we can come up with is maybe?

The Winchester Mystery House

Just listen to the 911 call made by Don Spirit and you’ll understand why we needed to do this episode. In that short call Spirit admits to killing his children and grandchildren. He also says he’ll turn the gun on himself once police arrive. Get under the Black Umbrella as we go into the reasons Spirit snapped and took out his anger and hate on the innocent.

Just listen to the 911 call made by Don Spirit and you’ll understand why we needed to do this episode. In that short call Spirit admits to killing his children and grandchildren. He also says he’ll turn the gun on himself once police arrive. Get under the Black Umbrella as we go into the reasons Spirit snapped and took out his anger and hate on the innocent.

Don Spirit - Familicide

Did you know a secret society of reptilians are controlling your mind and basically the world? Well we didn’t either. But yes, welcome to the conspiracy theory concerning the reptilian underground, an ancient race of shape-shifting demigods that have been influencing society for thousands, if not millions of years. We’re going to dive straight into a pool of crazy and get soaked in it. Just remember, there are tons of people who believe reptilian overlords to be true. Will you be converted?

Did you know a secret society of reptilians are controlling your mind and basically the world? Well we didn’t either. But yes, welcome to the conspiracy theory concerning the reptilian underground, an ancient race of shape-shifting demigods that have been influencing society for thousands, if not millions of years. We’re going to dive straight into a pool of crazy and get soaked in it. Just remember, there are tons of people who believe reptilian overlords to be true. Will you be converted?

Conspiracy Theory: Reptilians are controlling the world

Charles Starkweather

When you’re the inspiration for one of horror’s greatest villains, you know you’re a bad, bad human. Introducing Charles Starkweather, a spree killer, who racked up a total of eleven murders in the span of a couple of months. Many site Starkweather as the man who gave Stephen King the inspiration for some of his baddest villains, including Randall Flagg. Come under the Black Umbrella as we talk about what set Charles off onto his murder spree, his conviction and execution. Was he a product of bullying, or was there something ingrained inside Charles that turned him into this monster? We'll see.

When you’re the inspiration for one of horror’s greatest villains, you know you’re a bad, bad human. Introducing Charles Starkweather, a spree killer, who racked up a total of eleven murders in the span of a couple of months. Many site Starkweather as the man who gave Stephen King the inspiration for some of his baddest villains, including Randall Flagg. Come under the Black Umbrella as we talk about what set Charles off onto his murder spree, his conviction and execution. Was he a product of bullying, or was there something ingrained inside Charles that turned him into this monster? We'll see.

Charles Starkweather: Spree Killer & Inspiration

Jeremiah Lexer

Before it was known as Frightmare Manor, the home of Jeremiah Lexer and his extended family was probably a normal house, filled with the laughter of children, the hustle and bustle of farm life, and a general sense of peace. But that changed on July 5th, 1902 at 3:25 A.M. Supposedly unprovoked, Jeremiah Lexer began a killing spree that claimed his entire family, which he heinously murdred with an axe, right down to his young grandchilren. After the rampage had ended, Jeremiah committed suicide by jumping out of a second-story window. Terrifying, correct? Oh, but it gets better. While police were tending to the murdered Lexer family, it is reported that another thirty bodies were discovered on the grounds. Police and newspapers alike covered up the crimes for over eighty years. But now, the truth is out.

Before it was known as Frightmare Manor, the home of Jeremiah Lexer and his extended family was probably a normal house, filled with the laughter of children, the hustle and bustle of farm life, and a general sense of peace. But that changed on July 5th, 1902 at 3:25 A.M. Supposedly unprovoked, Jeremiah Lexer began a killing spree that claimed his entire family, which he heinously murdred with an axe, right down to his young grandchilren. After the rampage had ended, Jeremiah committed suicide by jumping out of a second-story window. Terrifying, correct? Oh, but it gets better. While police were tending to the murdered Lexer family, it is reported that another thirty bodies were discovered on the grounds. Police and newspapers alike covered up the crimes for over eighty years. But now, the truth is out.

Jeremiah Lexer: Frightmare Manor

In this second  episode about the Unabomber, Courtney and Brandon will discuss those wounded and killed by Ted Kaczynski, his capture, and sentencing. Learn about the investigation, which lead to his capture and what’s happening to old Teddy Bear since his arrest.

In this second  episode about the Unabomber, Courtney and Brandon will discuss those wounded and killed by Ted Kaczynski, his capture, and sentencing. Learn about the investigation, which lead to his capture and what’s happening to old Teddy Bear since his arrest.

Ted Kaczynski Part 2

The best podcast episodes on physical health. Episodes talk about your diet, sleep, exercise and all the things that people do to improve their physical health and live a healthier life. This topic is for everyone, with applications in all of our everyday lives. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best Episodes on Physical Health & Your Body

The best podcast episodes on Startups. For anyone working in a startup, or anyone interested in the incredible stories behind how people built companies like Instagram, and Facebook. Offering both practical advice and insights, as well as the stories for how many of the biggest startups got to where they are today. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!