Following the gruesome Tate murders in 1969, Charles Manson orchestrated yet another horrific crime spree, this time targeting Leno and Rosemary LaBianca. Manson and his followers were convicted of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder, among other charges. Originally sentenced to death, Manson's punishment was later changed to life imprisonment after California abolished the death penalty in 1972. Despite being incarcerated, Manson retained a chilling allure, attracting followers and perpetuating his mystique. His death in 2017 marked the end of a life marked by manipulation, vi ..read more

On August 9, 1969, actress Sharon Tate was brutally murdered, along with four others, at her home in Los Angeles by Manson Family members, Tex Watson, Susan Atkins, Patricia Krenwinkel, and Linda Kasabian. The murders were part of Manson's twisted plan to incite a race war he called "Helter Skelter" but he was not actually present at the time of the killings. Watch the full video on our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculum We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode! Do you have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a personal Grim Encounter you'd like us to share? Ema ..read more

Mount Etna in Italy is exhibiting unusual behavior so we have yet another volcano update for you. Also, brace yourselves for Hyper-sexual STD Fungus Zombie Cicadas, which are making their way to an American city near you. Meanwhile, Gypsy Rose continues her controversial behavior unabated. And as a reminder, steer clear of sketchy plastic surgery in someone's basement. Watch the full video recording on our Patreon. WE TRIED SPRATS. https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculum We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode! Do you have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a personal Grim ..read more

Manson and his followers moved to Spahn Ranch in 1968. The rundown ranch served as a base for the group, offering them shelter and isolation from mainstream society. During their time at Spahn Ranch, Manson exerted control over his followers through manipulation and psychological conditioning. The remote location provided them with a sense of autonomy, allowing Manson to further indoctrinate his followers into his ideology of an impending apocalyptic race war, which he called "Helter Skelter." We are still heading further downhill from here folks. Watch the full video on our Patreon. https://w ..read more

This week we are covering more prison time for Charles as well as his semi-successful career as a pimp and how during this time, Manson exploited young women, often using drugs and psychological coercion to control them and profit from their activities. Mary Brunner entered Manson's life during this period and became one of Manson's earliest followers. She played a significant role in the formation of the Manson Family. He met Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme, who was drawn to Manson's charm. Fromme was a devoted member of the Manson Family. Watch the full video on our Patreon. https://www.patreon.com ..read more

The title really says it all but also, an unsolved cold case from 1990 was finally solved, there's a California Cannibal stealing limbs from train accidents and we shouldn't have to say this but don't mess around with dry ice y'all. Plus if you're a fan of slang terms like Charlotte is you might learn a few more fun words to bring up around the deceased. Watch the full video on our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/TheGrimCurriculum We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode! Do you have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a personal Grim Encounter you'd like us to share? Email us ..read more

We are starting our 100th Episode with our series on infamous cult leader, Charles Manson. He gained notoriety in the late 1960s for his role in orchestrating a series of brutal murders, including the Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969, carried out by his followers, who were known as the "Manson Family." In part one we focus on Manson's childhood and his incredibly rough upbringing. His early years were characterized by neglect and poverty. His teenage mother struggled with alcoholism and frequently left Manson in the care of relatives or in foster homes. He bounced around between various relatives ..read more

Was the Pied Piper of Hamelin a historical figure, a symbolic representation, or perhaps something else entirely? From psychological explanations to geological events, we have a few interesting theories for you to ponder, each offering a unique perspective on the strange events that allegedly occurred in the medieval town of Hamelin, Germany, hundreds of years ago. Have a case you'd like us to cover on the show? Or a personal Grim Encounter you'd like us to share? Email us at thegrimcurriculum@gmail.com Support us by checking out our TGC Merch, Patreon & Social Media Links: ⁠https://linktr ..read more

Well, like the title says, we talk about a lot of really tragic murder cases in today's episode. Luca Magnotta, infamous for his gruesome murder and dismemberment of Jun Lin, has been moved to a lower security institution, from high to medium. The shocking arson attack on Kyoto Animation Studio orchestrated by Shinji Aoba, is back in the news as Aoba has received his sentencing. We also uncover the layers of a murder-for-hire plot in Missouri, when a school principal hired a hitman to kill his pregnant girlfriend. We also have an ancient strange and unusual death for you. Enjoy! Have a case yo ..read more

In this spine-tingling episode, we bring you three bone-chilling tales crafted by talented authors who dare to explore the macabre and the mysterious. Peer with us into the abyss of human fear and imagination, where the only certainty is that darkness lurks just beyond the edge of perception. Brace yourself for a journey into the depths of terror that will haunt your dreams long after the episode concludes. Go give the authors of these amazing stories some love! Manen_Lyset ⁠https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/wdl9nv/if_you_see_a_searchlight_too_soon_after_capsizing/⁠ ⁠https://www.reddit ..read more