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Unlock the unknown with the gang on the Mystery Inc Podcast—your go-to source for real-life mysteries that defy explanation. Hop into our Mystery Machine Tesla as we hit the road, diving deep into the enigmas that leave even the skeptics questioning reality. From haunted hideaways to unsolved crimes, each episode is a riveting journey through the baffling and the bizarre. The mystery is out there; are you in?

  1. Unmasked: The Death of Hermes Feitosa

    2D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Unmasked: The Death of Hermes Feitosa

    What's up, gang? Before the famous 1966 Lead Masks Case became Brazil's most notorious unsolved mystery, there was supposedly another death. Four years earlier. Same region. Same bizarre circumstances. Same homemade lead mask. His name was Hermes Feitosa—named after the Greek god who traveled between worlds—and he allegedly died attempting exactly that. This Unmasked episode digs into the frustrating case of Brazil's forgotten first lead mask victim. We're talking about a TV and radio technician who believed he could receive broadcast signals with his mind alone. A mysterious French colleague who disappeared from the record. A crimped pill with fork marks around the edges. And a single witness who only came forward after the 1966 deaths made headlines. Here's what makes this complicated: there are no contemporary newspaper reports from 1962. No police files. Just testimony given four years later. So we're examining what we know, what we don't know, and why this case gets virtually no attention despite its eerie connections to one of South America's most famous mysteries. Jinkies, this one's a puzzle. Same profession. Same location. Same ritual. But was Hermes Feitosa a real victim of a dangerous spiritualist experiment, or something else entirely? We break down the evidence, the gaps, and the unsettling patterns that connect two hilltops in the same Brazilian metropolitan area.

    39 min
  2. The Lead Masks of Vintem Hill: Brazil's Strangest Unsolved Death

    2D AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    The Lead Masks of Vintem Hill: Brazil's Strangest Unsolved Death

    Two men in suits. Two homemade lead masks. One cryptic note. And a mystery that's haunted Brazil for nearly sixty years. In August 1966, a teenager flying a kite on a hillside outside Rio de Janeiro stumbled onto a scene that would become one of South America's most baffling unsolved cases. Two electronics technicians—Manoel Pereira da Cruz and Miguel José Viana—lay dead on the grass, positioned side by side like they'd simply fallen asleep. But they weren't sleeping. And the crude lead masks covering their eyes weren't for rest. Jinkies—wait until you hear what was in their pockets. A handwritten note with specific instructions. References to ingesting capsules at precise times. And the chilling phrase: "Await signal. Mask." The gang investigates what these two "scientific spiritualists" were actually doing on that remote hillside. Both men had lied to their families about where they were going. Both had been conducting experiments combining electronics with supernatural practices. And both died reaching for something—whether spirits, extraterrestrials, or something else entirely—that required lead shielding and careful preparation. What killed them? The most frustrating part: we may never know. Brazilian authorities in 1966 never performed a toxicology test. Two men found dead with a note explicitly mentioning capsules, and no one thought to check what those capsules contained. The case was closed as "undetermined." Like, what if someone gave them those capsules knowing exactly what would happen? Shane, Josh, and Kim explore every theory—from a spiritual experiment gone wrong to UFO contact (witnesses reported strange orange lights over the hill that night) to murder by a mysterious female contact who purchased the water bottle found at the scene but was never investigated. The trail leads through 1960s Brazilian spiritualism, amateur electronics experiments, and a community of believers who thought they could contact beings from other dimensions. What you'll hear in this episode: The complete timeline of August 17-20, 1966 The cryptic note's full instructions and what they might mean Why lead masks were necessary for their "experiment" The UFO sightings reported over the hill that same night Who the mysterious woman might have been Sources: O Globo newspaper archives (1966 original coverage) Brazilian Police Files on the Lead Masks case

    35 min
  3. Unmasked: The Poop Cruise

    JAN 9 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Unmasked: The Poop Cruise

    Pull up a seat, grab a cold drink, and settle in — because the gang has one heck of a story for you this week. In February 2013, over 4,200 souls aboard the Carnival Triumph thought they were headed for a relaxing cruise to Cozumel. Then, at 5:27 in the morning, a fuel line that hadn't been checked in sixteen years finally gave out. Within minutes, the massive ship went completely dark — no power, no propulsion, and most importantly... no working toilets. What followed was five days of absolute chaos in the Gulf of Mexico. Zoinks, where do we even start? We're talking sewage backing up through pipes, running down walls, passengers issued red biohazard bags, and one chef describing the bathroom situation as "layer after layer... like a lasagna. " A poop lasagna, friends. That's an actual quote. The gang digs into all of it — the tent cities that popped up on deck, the two-hour food lines, passengers hanging "SOS" signs from windows, and the open bar that backfired spectacularly when people started... well, finding creative solutions off the side of the ship. Jinkies, the stories just keep getting wilder. We unpack the corporate fine print that said Carnival doesn't actually guarantee "a seaworthy vessel, " the $500 compensation that one attorney called "an insult, " and the fact that this ship is STILL sailing today under a new name. Spoiler: they called it Carnival Sunrise. Subtle. So grab your sweet tea, join us on the porch, and let's talk about the cruise that went very, very wrong. Want the full unfiltered conversation? This is a Patreon bonus episode — thank you for being part of the Haunted Bunker family.

    46 min
  4. The Salish Sea Feet

    JAN 9 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    The Salish Sea Feet

    Jinkies—since 2007, at least twenty-one human feet have washed ashore along the coastlines of British Columbia and Washington State. All of them still wearing athletic shoes. No bodies. No explanations. Just feet. In this episode, Shane, Josh, and Kim investigate one of the strangest forensic mysteries of the 21st century. The gang traces the trail from that first disturbing discovery on Jedediah Island—when a twelve-year-old girl found a Size 12 Adidas sneaker that was far too heavy—through seventeen years of shocking discoveries that had the world convinced a serial killer was stalking the Pacific Northwest. The theories ran wild. A drug cartel dumping bodies. A government cover-up. "The Sneaker Killer" targeting victims by their footwear. The 2004 Asian tsunami somehow depositing remains twelve thousand miles away. Someone even planted a hoax—an animal paw stuffed into a sneaker—desperate to feed the frenzy. But the truth? It might be even more unsettling than fiction. Forensic science eventually provided an explanation that nobody expected. Modern athletic shoes—with their lightweight EVA foam and air pockets—float. When bodies decompose in cold water, the ankle joint naturally separates within days to weeks. Before the 1970s, leather shoes would have kept these feet on the ocean floor forever. But Nike Air technology turned human feet into messages from the dead, carried by currents that all flow toward shore. The BC Coroners Service has been categorical: no evidence of foul play in any of the discoveries. No tool marks. No cutting. Every identified victim matches a documented suicide, drowning accident, or natural death. And yet... not every case fits neatly into that explanation. Antonio Neill was twenty-two when he disappeared from Everett, Washington in December 2016. His boot—with his foot still inside—washed up on Jetty Island two years later. His mother recognized it immediately. The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office still has his case open. Still classified as suspicious. Of those twenty-one feet, approximately six remain unidentified. Six families who don't know what happened to their loved ones. Six names attached to cold cases that may never be closed. Some mysteries have explanations. Others have closure. This one offers something rarer—a reminder that the ocean keeps its secrets, but sometimes gives something back. What you'll hear in this episode: The complete timeline of discoveries from 2007 to present The forensic science of decomposition and why modern sneakers changed everything The suspicious case of Antonio Neill and why detectives haven't closed his file Stefan Zahorujko's identification after nearly 25 years missing Why approximately six feet remain unidentified to this day

    32 min
  5. The Tomte: Scandinavian Spirits That Came Before Santa

    12/30/2025

    The Tomte: Scandinavian Spirits That Came Before Santa

    Long before Santa Claus squeezed down chimneys with bags of presents, Scandinavian families knew something else watched over their homes during the darkest nights of winter—something small, ancient, and very particular about its porridge. The MysteryIn the folklore of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland, the Tomte (or Nisse, depending on where you're from) has been guarding homesteads for centuries. These diminutive spirits—typically described as elderly men the size of young children with long white beards and red caps—were believed to protect families, tend to livestock, and bring abundance to farms that earned their respect. But the Tomte's help came with conditions. They demanded cleanliness, proper treatment of animals, and one non-negotiable offering: a bowl of Christmas porridge with butter on top, left out on Yule. Forget the butter? The consequences could be severe—from mischievous pranks like tying cows' tails together to outright catastrophe for the farm's fortune. What We ExploreJosh Waters takes Shane deep into the world of these fascinating household spirits, exploring their origins in pre-Christian Norse tradition and their surprising connection to modern Christmas customs. You'll discover why the Tomte is considered an ancestral guardian, what happens when you hide the butter under the porridge (spoiler: don't), and how these ancient spirits evolved into the gift-giving Jultomte and Julenisse we recognize today. Plus: An extended conversation about the brothers' favorite Christmas treats and Josh's meticulous eating rituals that have to be heard to be believed. Sources & Further ReadingWikipedia: Nisse (folklore) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nisse_(folklore)Ingebretsen's Nordic Marketplace: Legend of the Nisse and Tomte - https://ingebretsens-blog.com/legend-of-the-nisse-and-tomte/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mystery-inc/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    29 min
  6. Unmasked: The Wild Hunt, Wrapped Stats & Holiday Chaos

    12/27/2025 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Unmasked: The Wild Hunt, Wrapped Stats & Holiday Chaos

    Pull up a chair and grab something warm—Shane and Josh are back for another Unmasked, and this one's got a little bit of everything. Josh kicks things off with a mystery for the season: The Wild Hunt, an ancient Norse legend that haunted the darkest nights of winter. During the twelve days of the solstice, Odin and his ghostly army were believed to ride through the sky, collecting souls and clearing the way for the returning light. People stayed indoors from dusk till dawn, afraid of being swept up by mistake. It's a tale of death, folklore, and surprisingly—hope. Josh ties it all together with a reflection on grief, loss, and how the things we love can help us find our way back to the joy of the season. From there, things take a turn into TJ Maxx shopping sprees, flannel shirt drama, and the snacks that somehow ended up in the cart instead of actual Christmas gifts. There's talk of family recipes, cherry delight, and why neither of them will ever willingly drink buttermilk. The conversation bounces to The Witcher (and Henry Cavill's leather pants), Spotify Wrapped stats, and YouTube's new "watcher personality" feature. And yes—Grindr Wrapped gets mentioned.

    25 min
  7. The Greenbrier Ghost: America's Only Murder Solved by Spirit Testimony

    12/23/2025

    The Greenbrier Ghost: America's Only Murder Solved by Spirit Testimony

    Alright gang, buckle up—because this case gets weird. In January 1897, a young bride named Zona Heaster Shue was found dead in her rural West Virginia home. The local doctor took one look and said "heart trouble." Her husband Erasmus—who went by "Trout," which should've been everyone's first red flag—played the grieving widower perfectly. Case closed, right? Not so fast. Zona's mother, Mary Jane Heaster, wasn't buying it. Something about her new son-in-law just didn't sit right. So she did what any determined mother would do: she prayed for answers. For four straight weeks. And then, according to her actual sworn testimony in an actual courtroom, her daughter's ghost showed up. Four nights in a row. With receipts. The spirit allegedly revealed that Trout had flown into a rage because dinner didn't include meat—and snapped her neck over it. Now here's where it gets really interesting. Mary Jane took these ghostly details to prosecutor John Alfred Preston, and somehow convinced him to dig deeper. Literally. When they exhumed Zona's body, the autopsy found exactly what the ghost described: broken neck, crushed windpipe, finger marks on the throat. Trout Shue was arrested, and what followed was one of the most bizarre trials in American legal history—the only known murder case where spectral testimony helped secure a conviction. Jinkies. Sources & Further Reading: West Virginia Encyclopedia - Greenbrier Ghost Greenbrier County Tourism - The Greenbrier Ghost Historical Marker Database - Greenbrier Ghost Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/mystery-inc/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    37 min
  8. Unmasked: Holiday Hangouts, Margaritas & Weekly Annoyances

    12/19/2025 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Unmasked: Holiday Hangouts, Margaritas & Weekly Annoyances

    Zoinks, Gang — The Waters Brothers Are Back! Settle in, because Shane and Josh are creaking open those bunker doors for another Unmasked hangout — and like, things get weird, man. This week's mystery? Why the gang can't stop debating banana margaritas. (The "Nana Rita" has officially been unmasked as a real thing, and we're not sure how to feel about it.) Plus: the eternal case of why complete strangers feel compelled to share their entire life stories with people they've literally never met. Jinkies. This Week's Investigations Shane's cracked open the case files for his This Week in Mystery segment — we're talking congressional UFO demands, spooky Pentagon memos, and the ever-elusive Epstein files that keep slipping away like a villain in a rubber mask. Then the brothers unmask the real monster: America's healthcare system. Nothing says holiday cheer like pharmaceutical company villains and the haunted house that is insurance coverage. Ruh-roh. The Case of the Oversharing Strangers Shane's weekly annoyances include a coffee shop cryptid who decided to discuss her... digestive situation... and an elevator gremlin who stopped an ascending elevator just to go down. Josh counters with his own tales of unsolicited confessions, including a legendary Black Friday encounter at a certain adult retail establishment. Like, some mysteries are better left unsolved. Holiday Snack Corner The episode wraps with holiday baking talk — sugar cookies, puppy chow, and cream cheese frosting worth weeping over. But beware: Josh uncovered something truly horrifying in a coworker's pineapple cake. And he would have gotten away with it too, if it weren't for that raccoon hair. Happy Holidays from the Bunker, gang.

    41 min
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Unlock the unknown with the gang on the Mystery Inc Podcast—your go-to source for real-life mysteries that defy explanation. Hop into our Mystery Machine Tesla as we hit the road, diving deep into the enigmas that leave even the skeptics questioning reality. From haunted hideaways to unsolved crimes, each episode is a riveting journey through the baffling and the bizarre. The mystery is out there; are you in?

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  • Channel
    Black Label
  • Creator
    Shane L. Waters, Joshua Waters, Kim Morrow
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    292
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright Black Label Podcasting
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    Mystery Inc
  • Provider
    Arc Light Media LLC

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