That's Disturbing - True Crime Podcast

Gayle King - Host That's Disturbing
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Conspiracy theories, real crime cases, and disturbing topics explored by Daphne and Gayle. From paranormal to murder, join us for chilling true crime stories. That's Disturbing is entering a new chapter! After 121 episodes with Daphne and me, I'm now flying solo behind the microphone. Change can be a little strange, but it can also be exciting. I'm asking for honest opinions, not a roast session! There's absolutely nothing wrong with not liking the new format. Everyone has their preferences, and I completely respect that. For those of you sticking around, THANK YOU for your support.

  1. 6d ago

    The Last Trick-or-Treater A Chilling Halloween Horror Story

    In this special Halloween episode of That’s Disturbing , Gayle takes you into a chilling tale where an innocent Halloween tradition turns into something far more sinister. A mysterious trick-or-treater. A late-night knock. And a terrifying secret that proves some visitors aren't looking for candy. Is it just a harmless Halloween prank, or is something much darker lurking on the doorstep? Turn down the lights, lock your doors, and settle in for a spine-tingling Halloween story filled with suspense, eerie twists, and an ending that just might make you think twice before answering the door. 👻 Because sometimes, the scariest thing about Halloween isn't what's hiding in the dark… it's what's standing on your front porch. 🎧 Listen now, and don't forget to follow, rate, and share That’s Disturbing for more true crime, disturbing mysteries, paranormal encounters, and creepy stories. Happy Halloween… and whatever you do, don't answer that last knock. 🎃 #ThatsDisturbingPodcast #TheLastTrickOrTreater #HalloweenHorror #ScaryStories #HalloweenPodcast #GhostStories #HorrorPodcast #CreepyStories #SpookySeason #ParanormalStories #HalloweenSpecial

    The Last Trick-or-Treater A Chilling Halloween Horror Story

  2. Oct 21

    123: Eastern State Penitentiary: The Prison Where the Dead Don't Rest

    What happens when a prison built to save souls becomes one of America's most notorious haunted landmarks?This week on That's Disturbing, Gayle takes you inside Philadelphia's Eastern State Penitentiary, a massive Gothic prison that opened in 1829 and became infamous for its system of solitary confinement.From Charles Dickens's condemnation of the prison to Al Capone's unusual accommodations, Eastern State's documented history is disturbing enough. But visitors also report disembodied laughter, shadowy figures, mysterious footsteps, and unexplained voices coming from abandoned cellblocks. Are the spirits of former prisoners still wandering the corridors, or are these stories simply echoes of a deeply troubled past?Join Gayle as she explores the history, legends, and alleged hauntings of one of America's most unsettling historic prisons.#ThatsDisturbingPodcast #EasternStatePenitentiary #HauntedPrison #HauntedHistory #TrueCrimePodcast #ParanormalPodcast #GhostStories #PhiladelphiaHistory #HalloweenPodcasthttps://phillyghosts.com › Blog › Haunted Storieshttps://adventure.com/eastern-state-penitentiaryhttps://easternstate.org/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eastern_State_Penitentiaryhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/al-capones-philadelphia-prison-cell-complete-roommates-cot-opens-public-180972105/

    123: Eastern State Penitentiary: The Prison Where the Dead Don't Rest

  3. Oct 7

    122: The Texas Cadet Murder Part 2: The Twisted Love Triangle That Killed Adrianne Jones

    In Part Two of The Texas Cadet Killings, we pick up where we left off in the tragic murder of 16-year-old Adrianne Jones.For months, Adrianne’s murder remained unsolved. Then, in September 1996, two arrests would finally break the case wide open, and reveal a disturbing story of teenage love, jealousy, obsession, betrayal, and a deadly plan involving two young people who seemed to have incredibly bright futures ahead of them.In this episode, I'll take a closer look at David Graham and Diane Zamora, the relationship that brought them together, the shocking confession that began to unravel their secret, and how investigators finally connected them to Adrianne’s murder. We’ll follow the case through the arrests, the evidence, and the courtroom battles that would ultimately decide their futures.And you may notice things sound a little different around here. Gayle will be behind the mic on her own as we move into this next chapter of the podcast. The format may be changing a little, but the disturbing cases, strange stories, and deep dives you’ve come here for aren’t going anywhere.So settle in, and join Gayle for the conclusion of The Texas Cadet Killings: The Murder of Adrianne Jones.https://military-history.fandom.com/wiki/Diane_Zamorahttps://time.com/archive/6729648/schools-for-scandal/https://murderpedia.org/female.Z/z/zamora-diane.htm https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-killer-cadets/https://people.com/crime/adrianne-jones-murder-5-things-know/

    122: The Texas Cadet Murder Part 2: The Twisted Love Triangle That Killed Adrianne Jones

  4. Sep 23

    121: A Conversation with Chris Papst About Failure Factory

    The real cost of a broken education system.Our interview with investigative journalist and author Chris Papst explores his powerful book. Failure Factory: How Baltimore City Public Schools Deprive Taxpayers and Students of a Future. Chris shares what led him to investigate the Baltimore school system, the eye-opening findings from his research, and the real stories behind the data. We talk about the systemic issues, the human cost, and what it means for the students, families, and taxpayers of Baltimore and beyond.This is an important conversation about accountability, missed opportunities and the urgent need for change in public education.Just us for a thought provoking discussion with Chris Papst author of Failure Factory. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/failure-factory-chris-papst/1148114701?ean=9798888193495

    121: A Conversation with Chris Papst About Failure Factory

  5. Sep 9

    120: The Texas Cadet Murder Part 1: The Twisted Love Triangle That Killed Adrianne Jones

    In Part 1 of our deep dive into the infamous Texas Cadet Murder, we begin with the life and tragic death of 16 year old Adrianne Jones, whose 1995 murder in Texas would eventually become one of the most shocking true crime cases of the decade.Who was Adrianne? What happened on the night she disappeared? And how did investigators begin piecing together a case that initially left more questions than answers?Join Gayle and Daphne as they break down the early timeline, the crime scene, the investigation, and the disturbing details surrounding Adrianne Jones’ murder—without revealing just how complicated this case is about to become.If you love true crime, unsolved mysteries, creepy stories, 1990s crime cases, Texas true crime, murder investigations, and shocking criminal cases, this is only the beginning.Also as usual ignore the sounds of the frenchies going crazy in the background, this may be their last studio appearance as it's really hard to remove all the breathing and jingling.https://people.com/crime/adrianne-jones-murder-5-things-know/https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/crime/crime-reporters-notebook/cadets-deadly-jealousy-leaves-texas-town-haunted-decades-later-adriane-jones-murder/287-18ddc879-60fc-47a0-8342-99a937955a27https://www.texasmonthly.com/true-crime/the-killer-cadets/

    120: The Texas Cadet Murder Part 1: The Twisted Love Triangle That Killed Adrianne Jones

  6. Aug 26

    119: Dorothy Stratten: Playboy Playmate Murder, Obsession & a Hollywood Tragedy | True Crime

    Dorothy Stratten had everything Hollywood promised: beauty, fame, a Playboy Playmate of the Year title, and a career that seemed ready to explode. But behind the glamorous photoshoots and rising celebrity was a relationship marked by jealousy, control, and obsession.In this episode of That’s Disturbing, Daphne and Gayle dive into the true crime story of Dorothy Stratten, her rapid rise from a small-town teenager to Playboy star, her relationship with Paul Snider, and the horrifying events that led to her murder at just 20 years old.We’re talking Hollywood ambition, possessiveness, fame, manipulation, and one of the most tragic celebrity murder cases of the 1980s. If you love true crime, creepy stories, Hollywood scandals, and disturbing real-life cases, this is one you won’t forget. And as a bonus, some very opinionated four-legged co-hosts joined us for this one—so please enjoy the occasional snorts, shakes, and aggressive parkouring of Alex, Groot, and Peaches in the background. Apparently, silence was not in their contracts.https://www.britannica.com/biography/Peter-Bogdanovich#ref1185533https://globalnews.ca/news/7273712/dorothy-stratten-murder-40-years/https://www.factinate.com/people/facts-dorothy-strattenhttp://www.teresacarpenter.com/voice_playmate.pdfThe Playboy Murders S2 E5: “Falling Star”https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/snider-paul-leslie.htmhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/paul-snider#:~:text=The%20Early%20Years%20Of%20Paul%20Snider%2C%20The%20%E2%80%9CJewish%20Pimp%E2%80%9D&text=Snider%20grew%20up%20in%20Vancouver's,so%20he%20started%20working%20out.https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/dorothy-stratten-hollywood-horror-story?srsltid=AfmBOoqqkILjPAB3osVvCbcHN2m2eJkzyH9MeWQdVU6pCFOXiaYV42Vl

    119: Dorothy Stratten: Playboy Playmate Murder, Obsession & a Hollywood Tragedy | True Crime

  7. Aug 20

    118: James Dean’s Little Bastard: The Cursed Car That Became a Hollywood Legend

    In this episode of That’s Disturbing, Daphne and Gayle are diving into James Dean’s infamous Porsche 550 Spyder, better known as Little Bastard, and the seriously creepy legend that followed it after Dean’s fatal crash in 1955.So buckle up, because this one has Hollywood, tragedy, a possibly cursed car, and just enough weirdness to make you never look at a vintage Porsche the same way again.And apparently Little Bastard wasn’t the only thing feeling cursed this episode, Gayle’s mic and mic stand decided they wanted in on the action too, so apologies for the occasional bumps, bangs, and paranormal-level audio chaos.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Deanhttps://www.hagerty.co.uk/articles/the-curse-of-james-deans-little-bastard-porsche-550-spyder/https://www.e3sparkplugs.com/blogs/news/mystery-of-james-deans-long-missing-porsche-spyder-solvedhttps://www.grunge.com/449984/how-james-dean-predicted-his-death/

    118: James Dean’s Little Bastard: The Cursed Car That Became a Hollywood Legend

  8. Aug 12

    117: Behind The Boy With Wings: A Conversation with Mark Mustian

    In this episode of That’s Disturbing, Daphne and Gayle sit down with author Mark Mustian to talk about his novel The Boy With Wings. A story that blends history, memory, mystery, and the darker corners of human experience.Mark takes us behind the inspiration for the book, the real history woven throughout the story, and the characters and ideas that brought it to life. We also talk about the strange and unsettling elements that make The Boy With Wings such a compelling read for anyone who loves creepy stories, historical fiction and unforgettable storytelling.Plus, Mark shares more about his other books, his writing career, and his work with the Word of the South Fesitval, bringing together authors, musicians, and storytellers in a celebration of the arts.https://www.amazon.com › Boy-Wings-Mark-Mustian

    117: Behind The Boy With Wings: A Conversation with Mark Mustian
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Conspiracy theories, real crime cases, and disturbing topics explored by Daphne and Gayle. From paranormal to murder, join us for chilling true crime stories. That's Disturbing is entering a new chapter! After 121 episodes with Daphne and me, I'm now flying solo behind the microphone. Change can be a little strange, but it can also be exciting. I'm asking for honest opinions, not a roast session! There's absolutely nothing wrong with not liking the new format. Everyone has their preferences, and I completely respect that. For those of you sticking around, THANK YOU for your support.

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  • Creator
    Gayle King - Host That's Disturbing
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    125
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Gayle King - Host That's Disturbing
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