We needed a breather this week because holy hell, the election was a lot to take in. It was hard to continue life as normal when it feels like normalcy has shifted. Instead of our regularly scheduled episode, join us for 20 minutes in a safe space for everyone to feel communal grief about what happened. But know, that it is also a call to action. W…

This week, Jessica brings us the disturbing case of Daniel LaPlante, a troubled teenager whose crimes shocked New England in the late 1980s. We'll delve into LaPlante's bizarre stalking and terrorizing of the Bowen family in 1986, where he hid inside their home for months on and off, leaving eerie messages and playing mind games that pushed them to…

Happy Halloween Lab Rats! We are spending some time in honor of the holiday to discuss Halloween Sadism, the worry and sometimes actuality that a stranger will tamper with the treats they hand out on Halloween causing harm to innocent trick or treaters. On this episode, Kendra discusses a few of the tales that fueled this fear including the main cu…

In this episode, we discuss the ongoing conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a nation rich in natural resources but plagued by war and exploitation. From diamonds and gold to coltan and cobalt, Congo’s vast wealth has become a curse, fueling battles between armed groups, corrupt officials, and international corporations. But the human cos…

On Valentine’s Day of 2013, the world was shocked by the news coming out of South Africa. Reeva Steenkamp, an A-list model and reality show star had been killed in the middle of the night and her boyfriend, the famous double amputee Olympian, Oscar Pistorius had admitted to shooting her four times. The following year would be one of twists and turn…

In this episode, Jessica brings us the heartbreaking and disturbing story of the Hart family. Sarah and Jennifer Hart adopted six Black children with the promise of providing them a loving and safe home. But beneath the surface, their seemingly perfect family facade hid a darker reality. On March 26, 2018, this tragic story took a horrific turn whe…

We are up to #10 for our Lab Reports this week! We will be sharing two listener tales on this episode, one about a creepy camping nightmare and the other about an experience with a seemingly friendly Incan ghost. For our first mini-episode, Kendra talks about Macchu Picchu, the mystical city of the Incans found in the Southern mountains of Peru. Fo…

In this episode, Kendra delves into the mysterious phenomenon of spontaneous human combustion (SHC)—the bizarre and controversial claim that people can burst into flames without an external ignition source. We explore the history of reported cases, from the chilling accounts of individuals found mysteriously charred to the scientific explanations t…

In this episode, we delve into the eerie past of the Whaley House, one of the most infamous haunted locations in the United States. Built in 1857, this historic San Diego home is steeped in tragedy and paranormal legend. From the tragic deaths of Thomas Whaley's family members to the house's unsettling ties to San Diego’s first public execution spo…

Jessica & Kendra are on break for a couple of weeks. This week we are revisiting the DeFeo family murders and the Amityville Horror. The original has been remastered for a hopefully more enjoyable listen compared to our first attempts at editing way back when! Amityville Horror - we’ve all heard the story, read the books, and watched the movies. Bu…

Jessica & Kendra are on break for a couple of weeks so we are introducing our first rerun episode and it’s a classic! Revisit The Stanley Hotel with us, we have remastered our original 2-parter to be just one episode and added in some new intro content. In this episode, Kendra explores one of our favorite places in Colorado, The Stanley Hotel, cons…

On this week's episode, Kendra covers the tragic and chilling case of Cassie Jo Stoddart, frequently referred to as The Scream Murder because of the parallels between what happened to Cassie and the horror movie franchise. In September 2006, 16-year-old Cassie was viciously murdered while house sitting at her aunt & uncle's house in Pocatello, Idah…

We’re back for part two of the unbelievable story of Shelly Knotek; a woman whose name has become synonymous with terror. Knotek's crimes are a stark reminder of the darkness that can lurk within a person and in someone’s home. We delve into her life and the events that led to her descent into madness. We examine the methods she used to exert contr…

This week, Jessica brings us part one of the unbelievably insane story of Shelly Knotek; a woman whose name has become synonymous with terror. Knotek's crimes are a stark reminder of the darkness that can lurk within a person and in someone’s home. We delve into her life and the events that led to her descent into madness. We examine the methods sh…

Kendra takes us back to the spiritual realm this week as a sort of follow up to our Near-Death Experiences episode, this time we are exploring reincarnation. Specifically, we will look at real life stories of children who claim to have lived previous lives where scientists were able to verify the statements they made and even visit with the familie…

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Estibaliz Carranza was a smart, beautiful, young woman with her whole life ahead of her. Her dream was to get married and start a family. It is all she wanted. But things didn't go as planned. Instead of ‘happily ever after’, she was arrested and prosecuted for the disappearance and death of two of her partners. Why? Join us to hear about what led …

Outside of Juarez, Mexico in the 1970s, Ervil LeBaron led a fundamentalist sect of the Mormon religion known as the Lambs of God. Ervil would gather many followers and lead them down a treacherous path that involved killing their own family members in the name of God. By the time it was all done, there would be over 30 people killed but Ervil would…

Outside of Juarez, Mexico in the 1970s, Ervil LeBaron led a fundamentalist sect of the Mormon religion known as the Lambs of God. Ervil would gather many followers and lead them down a treacherous path that involved killing their own family members in the name of God. By the time it was all done, there would be over 30 people killed but Ervil would…

In this week's harrowing episode, Jessica gives us the chilling details of the attempted murder of Alison Botha; a story that captivated the world with its tale of terror and survival. Alison's ordeal began on a fateful night in 1994 when she was abducted, brutally assaulted, and left for dead by her attackers. Against all odds, Alison found her wa…

We are traveling to Transylvania on this week's episode, but not just to visit the origin of Dracula lore. Instead, we will be exploring the creepy happenings of the nearby Hoia Baciu Forest. There are tales of UFOs, disappearances of people and animals, ghosts, portals to other dimensions and some odd vegetation going on here. We will cover it all…

Join us on a chilling journey into the heart of the American frontier, where the infamous Bloody Benders reigned terror over unsuspecting travelers. In this episode, we delve into the dark history of the Bender family, a seemingly ordinary group of spiritualist settlers who harbored a sinister secret. From their humble beginnings in Kansas to the g…

It's hard to believe it but we are at Vol 8 of our Lab Reports! This week we share two listener stories, one about a Hillbilly Haunting in Georgia and an eerie encounter with a Skinwalker in New Mexico. For our first mini-episodes, Kendra brings you the old-timey tale of The Colorado Cannibal aka Alferd Packer who either did what he needed to survi…

This week it's a bit of a different kind of episode, it reads like a good mystery novel or movie. Murder in Room 1046 is the famous unsolved case involving an unidentified man found under strange circumstances in 1935 at The President hotel in downtown Kansas City. Join Kendra as she reviews the case details and we both ponder who could have commit…

This week we dive into the extraordinary life of Jack Parsons, a man who walked the fine line between science and the occult. A pioneering rocket engineer by day and a devoted practitioner of “magick” by night, Jack’s life is a captivating blend of innovation, mysticism, and the quest for the unknown. In this podcast episode, we explore the dual na…

This week gets a little personal for Kendra, we are headed to her hometown of Belton, TX to talk about Kenneth McDuff, the serial killer that operated in her backyard in the early 1990s. McDuff is the only serial killer that has ended up on death row twice, sent there by two different juries in two different decades. This is a killer that Texas wou…

Don’t let mainstream media fool you into hating the oppressed and loving the oppressor. The atrocities happening daily right now need to be brought to light. Wherever you stand today, please listen to what we have to say and join us on the right side of history. Our hearts and minds are too great to look past the injustices of this world. All child…

Join us this week as Jessica covers the infamous Waverly Hills Sanatorium, a place of death and desperation, where thousands succumbed to the ravages of tuberculosis, leaving behind a lingering sense of sorrow and unrest. We talk about the history of tuberculosis, the rise of sanatoriums, and what life was like inside Waverly Hills during its opera…

Who doesn't love to hear a good conspiracy theory? This week, we take you to one near and dear to Kendra's heart since she spends so much time there, The Denver Airport. This airport has been rumored to be the HQ for the New World Order, hosting miles and miles of underground tunnels, possibly harboring aliens or lizard people and even foreshadowin…

It's lucky number 7 for our Lab Reports this week, Jessica's favorite number! Join us as we share two listener tales, one about a butterfly effect moment that impacted her life in a positive way and another cautionary tale of a conspiracy theory family member that took it a little too far... We are continuing to include mini episodes in our Lab Rep…

Welcome back to part two of the twisted tale of Fred and Rose West. We know part one was a doozy and part two will not be any easier to listen to but thank you for coming back! This week we will discuss the victims from 1974 until the final downfall of these two sadistic monsters in 1994. We will discuss other known possible victims and other theor…

Today, we delve into a story of murder and mayhem; a narrative that twists and turns through the depths of human depravity. Fred and Rose West were not your average couple. Their relationship was a complex web of control, manipulation, and unspeakable acts. From the outside, they seemed like any other family but behind closed doors, their home was …

Could this be the most haunted house in America? Some think so! Join us as we uncover all the goings-on in Atchison, KS at The Sallie House. Some believe this house is haunted by a benign little girl spirit named Sallie, others think it may be a dark entity posing as this innocent little girl. Listen now to hear about those who lived in the house a…

On August 2, 1993, a group of seven hikers led by Lyudmila Korovina, set out on a planned multi-day trek through the Khamar-Daban range but failed to meet up with another group as scheduled. Six died but 17-year-old Valentina Utochenko survived. Much like the Dyatlov Pass Incident (which we will of course cover at some point) they all died in myste…

When Betty Gore was found murdered in her small-town Texas home, it sent the area into a tailspin. Not only had there never been a murder in Wylie, TX but this was a brutal killing, Betty had been hacked to death by an axe, 41 times! But things were going to become even more wild when her close friend Candy Montgomery was arrested for her murder. H…

We’ve heard all sorts of alien stories but never one quite like this! Elizabeth Klarer tells us about her lifelong love affair with Akon, a scientist from Meton, a planet in the Alpha Centauri system 4.3 light years from Earth. We learn all about his people, where they come from, how they advanced, and their connection to us - especially Elizabeth.…

It's Lab Reports week, one of our favorite episodes to put together because we get to share your stories! But, we are mixing it up on this 6th volume as we continue to perfect our podcast show to make sure we are bringing you what you love to hear! Starting on this volume of Lab Reports, along with listener stories, we will have content in the form…

This week on Lucid Lab we go way back for a wicked history tale that unfortunately seems all too relevant to our current days. In 1612 England, witch fever was at its peak and neighbors began accusing neighbors of witchcraft, many times with little to no evidence. Those accused had no real way to defend themselves against such wild accusations. In …

We are back for Part 2! Thank you for waiting a week! This week we talk about Scott’s character, the trial, the jurors, and sentencing. We also cover the other theories out there if Scott is not the murderer. Some are very interesting and hold some weight. What do you think? Was the death penalty warranted? Or was this a witch trial? What is happen…

This week (and the next!) we are taking a deep dive into the murder of Laci Peterson and her unborn child Conner. Her disappearance on Christmas Eve 2002 and ultimately her murder captivated the nation. Her husband, Scott Peterson, was suspect #1 from the very start. But was this a rush to judgment? The media had a heavy hand in framing Scott as th…

We are headed back into cult territory on this week’s episode as we talk about Bikram Choudhury and the hot yoga classes he brought to the US in the 1970s. It started out as the exciting new craze that attracted the Hollywood elite and transformed lives in ways no other exercise regimen had ever done. But what many didn’t know is that Bikram wasn’t…

What is the butterfly effect? Every decision you make and every action you take matters. No matter how small. There are a million ways things could be different and only one way something can happen. We look at some examples throughout history and talk about our own personal butterfly effect moments. What butterfly effect moment changed the course …

Kendra is back this week with the case of Kate Puzey, an exceptional 24-year-old American that was serving overseas in the Peace Corps in 2009 when she was viciously murdered in her sleep. Four men were arrested immediately but there were a lot of open questions as to what happened and the part that the Peace Corps organization had to play in her d…

This week Jessica takes us to Merced, California, and Yosemite National Park where the Stayner family experiences tragedy after tragedy. This is a wild story with many twists. It begs the question… how can so much happen to just one family? If you haven’t heard about this case, we will not spoil it for you. It’s a doozy! Thanks for listening! --- P…

It’s Lab Report time! Our favorite! We have four new listener stories to share. We had a blast with these stories! This week we go to the Louisiana bayou for an encounter with a swamp monster, discuss creepy coincidences on a Maui vacation, talk about a spooky ghost who won’t let a momma and her sweet pup sleep, and contemplate life with a wild tal…

Welcome back for Part 2 of the JonBenet Ramsey case. Kendra will discuss all of the various theories out there on who killed JonBenet and we will reveal who we think is the perpetrator. Will both Kendra and Jessica agree on who is most likely guilty of the murder? We know you have waited a week to hear the rest of the story so join us now! ________…

Happy Holidays from Lucid Lab and we bring our gift to you, our listeners, as we review America’s most puzzling case, the murder of JonBenet Ramsey. Kendra visits this hometown case here in Boulder, CO on the 27th anniversary of her death. Are we any closer to solving this case now all these years later? Join us as we talk about the Ramsey family b…

We are headed back to Japan for the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake, tsunami, and the Fukushima nuclear meltdown. It is a harrowing tale of sudden destruction, loss of life, loss of land, and survival. One disaster after another while trying to save half of Japan from becoming the next Chernobyl. Jessica walks us through the chain of events and the state of…

This week, Kendra is bringing you the tragic story of a Florida murder carried out by one of the most despicable organizations out there, the KKK. We go into our ugly past here in America that sadly wasn’t all too long ago. In 1951, on Christmas Day, Harry & Hariette were ruthlessly bombed in their own home. The reason? Because Harry T. Moore had b…

It’s that time of year! The holidays are in full swing, but have you ever stopped to wonder how it all came to be? Where did Santa come from? There is a darker side to our beloved holiday traditions. Today we are going back in time to explore the inspiration for Jolly Ol’ St. Nick and his evil counterpart, Krampus! Let’s kick off this season with a…