Crawlspace : An Eerie and Unexplained Podcast

Crawlspace Podcast

Hello, hello everyone! Welcome to Crawlspace. We’ll be your Monday night escape into the eerie and unexplained. You can cozy up or turn on your lights as we unravel chilling true crime cases, dive into mysterious cryptid encounters, and explore the shadowy corners of the unknown. To all my thrill-seekers and those who crave a good scare, this hour will leave you questioning what’s real—and what’s lurking just beyond the veil. Welcome to the Crawlspace, and mind your head.

Episodes

  1. 02/02/2025

    Episode 9: The Murder of Sherri Rasmussen

    Join Laura, Meg (& special guest Ian) as they unfold the haunting mystery of Sherri Rasmussen's death that went unsolved for decades, and the monster behind it all. PS for our loyal listeners: this is an awesome little bonus episode as a Valentine's Day gift. Unfortunately, Meg and Laura have insane schedules this semester between work and school and will be unable to record regular episodes. However, do not fear! We will be returning to regularly scheduled programming starting in Fall 2025. Disclaimer: This episode mentions death and violence. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line, or 800-715-4225 to reach Georgia Crisis and Access Line.  Sources: https://www.oxygen.com/dateline-unforgettable/crime-news/stephanie-lazarus-sherri-rasmussen-now-prison  https://thecinemaholic.com/stephanie-lazarus/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Sherri_Rasmussen https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ex-lapd-detective-hid-murder-decades-wont-paroled-reversing-earlier-de-rcna173723 https://thecinemaholic.com/sherri-rasmussen/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/sherri-rasmussen https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/stephanie-lazarus-sherri-rasmussen-lapd-detective-murder-parole-rcna129130 https://murderpedia.org/female.L/l/lazarus-stephanie.htm

    50 min

  2. 11/11/2024

    Episode 8: The Kennedy Curse

    Join Meg and Laura as they uncover the timeline of the infamous Kennedy Curse. Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of suicide, mental health struggles, death and violence. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line, or 800-715-4225 to reach Georgia Crisis and Access Line. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kennedy_curse  Joseph P Kennedy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_P._Kennedy_Jr.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Aphrodite  Athalia Ponsell Lindsley https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athalia_Ponsell_Lindsley  https://crimecapsule.com/bad-blood-the-murder-of-athalia-ponsell-lindsley/  https://www.floridanewsline.com/ponte-vedra/pophistory-murder-in-saint-augustine/  John F Kennedy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assassination_of_John_F._Kennedy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assassination_of_Robert_F._Kennedy Maeve Kennedy McKean https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maeve_Kennedy_McKean  https://people.com/politics/how-maeve-kennedy-mckean-canoe-accident-unfolded/  Rosemary Kennedy https://allthatsinteresting.com/rosemary-kennedy https://www.historyhit.com/the-kennedy-curse-a-timeline-of-tragedy/ RFK JR. https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/09/politics/rfk-jr-parastic-worm-brain/index.html

    57 min

  3. 11/04/2024

    Episode 7: The Gainesville Ripper; The Inspiration Behind Scream Movie Franchise

    While many of us are probably familiar with the cult classic movie franchise Scream… did you know that screenwriter Kevin Williamson was inspired to write Scream based on a real serial killer nicknamed The Gainesville Ripper (PS: I'm so sorry this episode was supposed to be up for Halloween, but I (Laura) got the flu so so bad and couldn't edit it in time) Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of assault and sexual assault against minors and adults, as well as descriptions of gore, suicidal thoughts, and mental health struggles. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line, or 800-715-4225 to reach the Georgia Crisis and Access Line, or you can reach the national domestic violence hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233) Resources: https://screenrant.com/scream-movie-true-story-killer-ghostface/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_Rolling https://www.nbcnews.com/id/wbna15446336 https://www.slashfilm.com/736734/the-real-life-serial-killings-that-inspired-scream/ https://www.looper.com/637343/we-finally-know-the-origin-of-the-ghostface-mask-in-scream/ https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/michelle-dean/scream-20th-anniversary-true-story-serial-killer https://www.biography.com/crime/danny-rolling-scream-killer-gainesville https://www.grunge.com/475487/the-untold-truth-of-danny-rolling-the-gainesville-ripper/ https://scream.fandom.com/wiki/Ghostface  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghostface_(Scream)#:~:text=The%20mask%20was%20a%20popular,and%20Craven%20for%20the%20film.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s09lUFbgc-w&t=956s  https://www.reddit.com/r/Scream/comments/wevuox/what_does_inspired_by_gainesville_mean_exactly/  https://allthatsinteresting.com/danny-rolling-gainesville-ripper https://apnews.com/6285561c87d84e01a5cff7d764f15668

    55 min

  4. 10/25/2024 ·  BONUS

    Episode 6: The History of Vampires in Literature and Pop Culture

    While everyone probably has ideas of what a vampire is, join Meg and Laura as they explore the creature's origins in legend, literature, and pop culture. (With some bonus Reddit Vampire encounters) Disclaimer: This episode mentions gore and violence. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line or 800-715-4225 to reach the Georgia Crisis and Access Line.  https://www.britannica.com/topic/vampire  https://greekreporter.com/2023/06/03/vampires-in-greece-from-ancient-greek-creatures-to-the-vrykolakas/  https://www.reddit.com/r/vampires/comments/ywc61k/serious_whats_your_scariest_vampire_encounter/  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vampires_in_popular_culture  https://www.britannica.com/topic/wendigo  https://time.com/5411826/bram-stoker-dracula-history/

    57 min

  5. 10/21/2024

    Episode 5: Georgia Cryptids

    Altie, Hogzilla, and Beaversharks OH MY!! Join Laura and Meg as they team up to unveil Georgia’s most evasive creatures. Featuring Georgia’s real-life cryptid Hogzilla and personal encounters (that we found on Reddit). Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of violence and death mothman story mentioned at the end: https://www.phantomsandmonsters.com/2023/10/mothman-makes-itself-known-to-north.html#google_vignette The Altamaha-ha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IN1HAsm02Q  https://www.exploresouthernhistory.com/altamahaha.html  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Altamaha-ha  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alligator_gar  https://northamericancryptids.com/altamaha-ha/#:~:text=Since%20then%2C%20there%20have%20been,Wolf%20Island%20National%20Wildlife%20Refuge https://www.visitinvernesslochness.com/the-lochness-monster  Pig man.  https://theshadowlands.net/places/georgia.htm https://lylerussell.net/2022/09/28/tn-gl-episode-9-the-shelby-forest-pig-man/ ​​https://forums.forteana.org/index.php?threads/the-georgia-pig-man.25818/ Beavershark: https://samkalensky.com/en-us/products/beavershark  https://www.reddit.com/r/cryptids/comments/darkxs/the_oogles_of_tallulah_gorge/ The Wog: https://intothewonder.wordpress.com/2015/07/17/uncanny-georgia-the-wog/  Hogzilla: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hogzilla https://discover.hubpages.com/education/Top-10-Cryptids-Still-Lying-Low-In-Georgia

    51 min

  6. 10/13/2024

    Episode 4: Satanic Panic

    Join Meg and Laura as they explore the origins of satanic panic, give a brief overview of the West Memphis 3 case, and discuss modern examples of satanic panic. Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of violence and sexual violence against minors as well as minor descriptions of gore and ritualistic practices. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line or 800-715-4225 to reach Georgia Crisis and Access Line. If you or someone you know needs help regarding child abuse, the Georgia helpline is 855-422-4453. National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/31/us/satanic-panic.html  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/McMartin_preschool_trial  https://www.heavyblogisheavy.com/2016/11/30/satanic-panic-americas-war-on-heavy-metal-in-the-1980s/  https://www.nytimes.com/2011/08/20/us/20arkansas.html  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Memphis_Three  https://wellplayedasheville.com/blog/a-beginners-guide-to-getting-started-with-dd/#:~:text=The%20core%20of%20D%26D%20is,the%20players%20around%20the%20table.  ​​https://innocenceproject.org/who-are-west-memphis-three-damien-echols/ https://innocenceproject.org/false-confessions-and-the-west-memphis-three/ https://www.dpdlaw.com/jessie-misskelley-jr-confession/ https://www.eonline.com/news/349431/how-johnny-depp-and-hollywood-help-end-the-west-memphis-three-s-nightmare

    55 min

  7. 09/20/2024

    Episode 3: Richard "Marc" Evonitz Part 2; Kara Robinson Escape Story

    Join Laura and Meg as they discuss Kara Robinson's daring escape from serial killer Marc Evonitz and theories surrounding other possible victims. Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of domestic violence and sexual assault against minors, as well as descriptions of gore, suicidal thoughts, and mental health struggles. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line, or 800-715-4225 to reach the Georgia Crisis and Access Line, or you can reach the national domestic violence hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233) Websites used for research!!https://thecinemaholic.com/who-were-richard-evonitzs-victims-is-he-dead-or-alive/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/kara-robinson https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/2002/07/03/as-police-closed-in-evonitz-admitted-crimes-to-his-sister/fb01290b-ecf2-4758-bbe3-f9fee7f2cf37/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/richard-evonitz https://people.com/crime/kara-robinson-chamberlain-survived-serial-killer-helped-catch-him-as-teen/ https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2002/aug/14/20020814-040350-5428r/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Evonitz#Route_29_stalker  https://www.pressherald.com/2022/11/06/dna-testing-excludes-dennis-dechaine-from-some-key-crime-scene-evidence/ https://www.pressherald.com/2022/11/14/maine-attorney-general-dismisses-new-dna-evidence-in-34-year-old-murder-case/ https://www.pressherald.com/2022/08/07/could-a-notorious-serial-killer-have-murdered-sarah-cherry/ https://thebollard.com/2023/06/01/trailed-one-womans-quest-to-solve-the-shenandoah-murders/

    56 min

  8. 09/16/2024

    Episode 2: Richard "Marc" Evonitz: Part 1

    Join Laura and Meg as they dive into the horrifying case of Richard "Marc" Evonitz. Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of domestic violence and sexual assault against minors, as well as descriptions of gore, suicidal thoughts, and mental health struggles. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line, or 800-715-4225 to reach the Georgia Crisis and Access Line, or you can reach the national domestic violence hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233) the making of serial killer richard evonitz https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/she-married-a-serial-killer-who-murdered-multiple-girls-now-she-s-speaking-out-about-it/ar-BB1nCRXW https://allthatsinteresting.com/Marc-evonitz https://broadbiography.com/biography/crime/richard-evonitz-biography/ https://thecinemaholic.com/sofia-silva-murder-how-did-she-die-who-killed-her/ https://thecinemaholic.com/kristin-and-kati-lisk-murders-what-happened-to-them-who-killed-them/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/toxic-relationships/201908/what-happens-sons-narcissistic-fathers  https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Richard_Evonitz https://nypost.com/2024/06/08/us-news/bonnie-lou-gower-recalls-being-married-to-serial-killer-richard-evonitz/

    49 min

  9. 08/28/2024

    Episode 1: Sid Vicious & Nancy Spungen: The Chelsea Hotel

    Join Meg and Laura as they dive into the chilling mystery that surrounds the deaths of Nancy Spungen and Sid Vicious of The Sex Pistols. Disclaimer: This episode contains mentions of violence and drug abuse as well as minor descriptions of gore, suicidal thoughts, and mental health struggles. If you are struggling with mental health, you can call 988 to access the Suicide and Crisis Line or 800-715-4225 to reach the Georgia Crisis and Access Line. Websites used for research!! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nancy_Spungen  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sid_Vicious https://www.biography.com/crime/sid-vicious-nancy-spungen-love-murderhttps://www.bardachreports.com/not-so-lonesome-death-of-nancy-spungehttps://www.eonline.com/news/1337044/art-sex-death-a-look-at-the-chelsea-hotels-wildly-fascinating-historyhttps://www.theguardian.com/music/2009/jan/18/sid-vicious-death-icon  https://themartialist.net/the-007-knife-infamous-1970s-lockback/  http://www.philjens.plus.com/sid/oct78.html

    55 min
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Hello, hello everyone! Welcome to Crawlspace. We’ll be your Monday night escape into the eerie and unexplained. You can cozy up or turn on your lights as we unravel chilling true crime cases, dive into mysterious cryptid encounters, and explore the shadowy corners of the unknown. To all my thrill-seekers and those who crave a good scare, this hour will leave you questioning what’s real—and what’s lurking just beyond the veil. Welcome to the Crawlspace, and mind your head.

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