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PNW Haunts & Homicides

PNW Haunts and Homicides

Join Caitlyn and Cassie as they chat about true crime, the paranormal, and all kinds of spooky sh*t in the Pacific Northwest. Just two "normal-ish" friends who wanted more local, creepy stories so they never sleep or leave their houses again. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support.

  1. 4D AGO

    Haunted Dolls and the Labubu Curse

    Guest Co-Host Alert! This week on PNW Haunts & Homicides, Caitlyn is joined by her husband Chris for a spine-tingling dive into haunted dolls—and not just any dolls, but the infamous Labubu phenomenon that blurs the line between pop culture, paranormal, and true crime.  First, we share unsettling Reddit tales where haunted dolls seemed to trigger a cascade of terrifying events—from unplugged electronics and wasp swarms to phantom weeping that shook entire households. Could a doll really unleash chaos, or are we just primed to see patterns in the uncanny? Then, we unravel the strange backstory of Labubu: a quirky, elf-like creation rooted in Nordic folklore and catapulted to global fame by Chinese toy giant Pop Mart—with a boost from none other than Lisa of BLACKPINK. What began as “ugly-cute” collectibles has morphed into viral superstition and counterfeit scams—and even sparked smuggling crackdowns and a bizarre brush with demon lore. Along the way, we ask: Why do people project fear onto objects meant to bring joy? What happens when corporate marketing collides with paranormal rumors? And how can a children’s toy spark both midnight terror and costly crime waves? If you love eerie encounters, viral legends, and the darker side of consumer culture, this episode is for you. Grab your sage and salt, because these dolls aren’t playing around.  Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us atpnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Sources

    1h 1m
  2. 4D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Haunted Dolls and the Labubu Curse

    Guest Co-Host Alert! This week on PNW Haunts & Homicides, Caitlyn is joined by her husband Chris for a spine-tingling dive into haunted dolls—and not just any dolls, but the infamous Labubu phenomenon that blurs the line between pop culture, paranormal, and true crime. First, we share unsettling Reddit tales where haunted dolls seemed to trigger a cascade of terrifying events—from unplugged electronics and wasp swarms to phantom weeping that shook entire households. Could a doll really unleash chaos, or are we just primed to see patterns in the uncanny? Then, we unravel the strange backstory of Labubu: a quirky, elf-like creation rooted in Nordic folklore and catapulted to global fame by Chinese toy giant Pop Mart—with a boost from none other than Lisa of BLACKPINK. What began as “ugly-cute” collectibles has morphed into viral superstition and counterfeit scams—and even sparked smuggling crackdowns and a bizarre brush with demon lore. Along the way, we ask: Why do people project fear onto objects meant to bring joy? What happens when corporate marketing collides with paranormal rumors? And how can a children’s toy spark both midnight terror and costly crime waves? If you love eerie encounters, viral legends, and the darker side of consumer culture, this episode is for you. Grab your sage and salt, because these dolls aren’t playing around. Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us atpnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use thislink. There are so many ways that you can support the show:BuyMeACoffee,Spreaker,or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.

    1h 1m
  3. "The Sinners All Bow" with Kate Winkler Dawson

    SEP 2 · BONUS

    "The Sinners All Bow" with Kate Winkler Dawson

    We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. While we’re enjoying our summer hiatus, we’ve got something dark and compelling to keep your earbuds company. We're dropping an episode from Ye Olde Crime hosted by twisted sister co-hosts and our friends from the midwest - Lindsay and Madison. In this episode, Lindsay is joined by author and fellow podcaster ⁠Kate Winkler Dawson⁠ to discuss her latest work, “⁠The Sinners All Bow⁠,” an acclaimed true-crime historian Kate Winkler Dawson travels back in time to nineteenth-century small-town America. Using modern investigative advancements—including “forensic knot analysis” and criminal profiling (which was invented fifty-five years later with Jack the Ripper)—Dawson fills in the gaps of Williams’s research to find the truth and bring justice to an unsettling mystery that speaks to our past as well as our present, anchored by three women who subverted the script they were given. Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker,or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.

    48 min
  4. SEP 2 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    "The Sinners All Bow" with Kate Winkler Dawson

    We’re taking a short break and using this time to amplify the voices of other creators we love in the true crime space. This week we’re bringing you a story from Lindsay and Madison of Ye Olde Crime. Lindsay is joined by author and fellow podcaster ⁠Kate Winkler Dawson⁠ to discuss her latest work, “⁠The Sinners All Bow⁠,” which was released on January 7th, 2025. Acclaimed journalist, podcaster, and true–crime historian Kate Winkler Dawson tells the true story of the scandalous murder investigation that inspired both Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter and the first true-crime book published in America. On a cold winter day in 1832, Sarah Maria Cornell was found dead in a quiet farmyard in a small New England town. When her troubled past and a secret correspondence with charismatic Methodist minister Reverend Ephraim Avery was uncovered, more questions emerged. Was Sarah’s death a suicide…or something much darker? Determined to uncover the real story, Victorian writer Catharine Read Arnold Williams threw herself into the investigation as the trial was unfolding and wrote what many claim to be the first American true-crime narrative, Fall River. The murder divided the country and inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter—but the reverend was not convicted, and questions linger to this day about what really led to Sarah Cornell’s death. Until now. Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.

    48 min
  5. AUG 19

    Creepy People Chronicles: Spirit Guides, Dreams, and Haunted Encounters

    Ever wondered what mysteries lurk just beyond the veil of our everyday reality? Join us for an episode teeming with eerie experiences and spiritual insights as we unveil YOUR stories. Listen in as we explore a listener's unsettling yet potentially heartwarming story of a mysterious face appearing on a baby monitor. Is this the protection of a loved one, or something sinister? We reflect on the presence of guides, signs, and spirits, and emphasize the importance of tuning into the messages surrounding us. Next, we journey through a dreamscape where a whimsical encounter with a furry, pastel-colored creature reminds us how our beloved pets remain an integral part of us, even after they've crossed the rainbow bridge. If you've ever felt the lingering presence of a departed pet, this segment will resonate deeply and remind you of the bittersweet beauty in those cherished memories. Shifting from the whimsical to the eerie, we dive into a few supernatural encounters from Aurora & Fanni from Bad Witches Productions! Hear about the unsettling episodes of fiery figures and haunted presences, and ponder whether art and creativity can trap these ghostly visions. This episode promises a captivating blend of mystery, emotion, and the paranormal, inviting you to join us in exploring the unknown.  Want more from Aurora & Fanni? Listen to Heroines of Horror: The True Haunting Behind Vessel now! Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.

    52 min
  6. AUG 19 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Creepy People Chronicles

    Ever wondered what mysteries lurk just beyond the veil of our everyday reality? Join us for an episode teeming with eerie experiences and spiritual insights as we unveil YOUR stories. Listen in as we explore a listener's unsettling yet potentially heartwarming story of a mysterious face appearing on a baby monitor. Is this the protection of a loved one, or something sinister? We reflect on the presence of guides, signs, and spirits, and emphasize the importance of tuning into the messages surrounding us. Next, we journey through a dreamscape where a whimsical encounter with a furry, pastel-colored creature reminds us how our beloved pets remain an integral part of us, even after they've crossed the rainbow bridge. If you've ever felt the lingering presence of a departed pet, this segment will resonate deeply and remind you of the bittersweet beauty in those cherished memories. Shifting from the whimsical to the eerie, we dive into a few supernatural encounters from Aurora & Fanni from Bad Witches Productions! Hear about the unsettling episodes of fiery figures and haunted presences, and ponder whether art and creativity can trap these ghostly visions. This episode promises a captivating blend of mystery, emotion, and the paranormal, inviting you to join us in exploring the unknown. Want more from Aurora & Fanni? Listen to Heroines of Horror: The True Haunting Behind Vessel now! Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.

    52 min
4.5
out of 5
153 Ratings

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Join Caitlyn and Cassie as they chat about true crime, the paranormal, and all kinds of spooky sh*t in the Pacific Northwest. Just two "normal-ish" friends who wanted more local, creepy stories so they never sleep or leave their houses again. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support.

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