When most people think of serial killers and perhaps the most prolific of them all, a woman's name isn't the first to spring to mind. The act of murder is not solely exclusive to just men but…it’s statistically proven that serial killers are more likely to be male. However, what if I told you it may just be possible that the most prolific serial killer in history was an Italian woman who over a period of almost 20 years racked up around 600 victims. Today on Macabre Mini Mysteries, we uncover the story of Giulia Tofana, the make-up murderess. ------------------------ Video: https://youtu.be ..read more

The fear of death is very natural, after all, it’s an inevitable part of life and I'm sorry to break to you and start on a cheery note but every single one of you, will one day be dead. For some people, the fear of dying is so great that they can be considered Thanataphobes, suffering from an intense fear of death and the dying process. For most people, it’s a nagging inevitability that once happened, doesn't bear much thinking about but what if one day you went in for the big sleep but then found yourself waking up surrounded by the claustrophobic walls of a silk lined coffin with no way to ..read more

*Please be aware this episode discusses topics on the theme of depression, self harm, suicide & The Holocaust. Listener discretion is advised* There are many things in life which may lead people to question their existence and place in the world but out of all the external factors which can lead to a bout of the black dog creeping in, a song may not be the first thing that springs to mind that would trigger it.  A simple song created by a composer in Hungary in 1933 is said to be responsible for a number of deaths and lore has grown around the composition which says the tune itself i ..read more

It will come as no surprise that in the late 19th century, people who had any kind of disability were treated differently. Those who had health conditions or impairments often faced social ostracization, couldn’t get jobs and often found themselves down and out without any prospects, and in a cut throat Victorian oppressive society, this meant that life could be a very uncomfortable ride. But, for one man, he used the public fascination in his disability to his advantage to make a living, but sadly his story descended into a raw and tragic tale of Victorian exploitation, one which would end ..read more

Have you ever wondered how deep the deepest hole on earth is? This mysterious caller to a late night paranormal radio show - Coast To Coast - may just have your answer and even be able to link the hole to the Heavens Gate Cult! Today on Macabre Mini Mysteries, we uncover the story of Mel's Hole in Ellensburg! Podcast: https://podfollow.com/macabrelondon If you are new here, you may not know that Macabre London is a fortnightly podcast and YouTube show that delves into London's haunted and gruesome history alongside discovering Macabre mini Mysteries from all over the world! In between fortn ..read more

In the 1700’s it was very easy to socially scam your way into a living. Certain local parish schemes set up to supposedly mutually benefit those in need and those who could offer an apprenticeship, could easily be abused. For one household, they fully gamed the system and came up trumps being paid for three apprentices from three different parishes, all of whom didn’t know about each other. The girls were exploited, used for free labour and treated so badly that one of them would end up in an early grave.  Today on Macabre London, we uncover the story of Elizabeth Brownrigg, the mons ..read more

For many of us there is one film which has caused us to have an ongoing fear of swimming in the sea. If you’ve ever felt uneasy whilst splashing around in the waves, the chances are you’ve seen the 1975 Spielberg blockbuster JAWS.  But of course, we all know that the movie is just a story…right? Well what if i told you that the events that happen in JAWS are very much based on two real life shark attacks that are set to leave you questioning whether you should ever go swimming ever again…or even get in the bath for that matter…. Today on Macabre Mini Mysteries, we uncover the two horrif ..read more

2022 was quite the year of weird news so I figured it would be fun to go back over it, month by month to regale some of the stranger stories from the year.  As there are quite a few strange stories, I'll be spreading this out over a few episodes before the end of 2022 like a cathartic cleansing ritual, so if you’re new here, make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss out when the next one is released.  Today's stories from December: Reviewing 2022 predictions and seeing who was right! Lets see what 2023 (supposedly) has in order! So grab yourself a beverage and a suitably festive s ..read more

2022 was quite the year of weird news so I figured it would be fun to go back over it, month by month to regale some of the stranger stories from the year.  Today's stories from November: Airport refugee dies Sheep predict the end times? Forest Fenn's treasure sold at auction Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1180202350  Be sure to check out my other podcast, Killers, Cults & Queens with Cheryl Hole https://podfollow.com/queens  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PATREON ——————————- If you like the podcast and YouTube shows ..read more

2022 was quite the year of weird news so I figured it would be fun to go back over it, month by month to regale some of the stranger stories from the year.  As there are quite a few strange stories, I'll be spreading this out over a few episodes before the end of 2022 like a cathartic cleansing ritual, so if you’re new here, make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss out when the next one is released.  Today's stories from September: Nyquil Chicken Tkes over TikTok Woman Eats 55 batteries Polish "Vampire" Grave Uncovered Podcast: https://podfollow.com/1180202350  Be sure to check ..read more