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  • 24: Snowfall & Secrets: Karen Read and John O'Keefe | True Crime Sleep Stories

    24: Snowfall & Secrets: Karen Read and John O'Keefe | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Jun 26 2025
    Welcome to True Crime Sleep Stories, where captivating mysteries unfold gently, guiding you toward peaceful rest.

    This episode, titled "Snowfall and Secrets: The Mystery of Karen and John", invites you to a quiet winter night in Canton, Massachusetts, where the snow falls softly, and a story of love, loss, and unanswered questions takes shape.

    Join us as we weave through the icy streets of this small town and explore the events of January 28, 2022.

    Through Karen Read and John O’Keefe's shared life of love and challenges, we follow an evening of laughter, friendship, and tragedy that culminates in a discovery that fractures the heart of Canton.

    If you enjoyed this soothing tale of mystery, please like, subscribe, and leave a review for True Crime Sleep Stories.

    Until next time, dream of snowy streets, gentle whispers, and a world wrapped in peace. Goodnight, and sleep tight.

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    14 mins
  • 23: The Axeman’s Lullaby | True Crime Sleep Stories

    23: The Axeman’s Lullaby | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Jun 25 2025
    The Axeman’s Lullaby Settle in for a haunting tale that will send shivers down your spine while gently lulling you into restful slumber.

    Tonight, we transport you to the sultry streets of 1918 New Orleans, where the scent of jasmine lingers in the warm night air, and the distant hum of jazz floats through open windows.

    But beneath the charm of this lively city lies a shadowy figure who would become one of the most chilling characters in its history. This is the story of the Axeman, a phantom who struck in the night, spread fear through the city, and vanished without a trace.

    Join us as we unravel the mystery of the Axeman’s reign, exploring the eerie details of his crimes, the fear that gripped the city, and the chilling letter that dared New Orleans to play jazz to avoid his wrath. Was he a man, a myth, or something in between?

    Pull the covers up tight and allow the intrigue to carry you away.

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    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
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    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
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    9 mins
  • 22: The Fox Sisters & The Rappings in Hydesville | True Crime Sleep Stories

    22: The Fox Sisters & The Rappings in Hydesville | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Jun 8 2025
    Step back to 1848 Hydesville, New York, where eerie knocks in the night turned a quiet farmhouse into the center of a supernatural mystery. This episode dives into the chilling tale of the Fox sisters, the ghostly raps that launched the Spiritualist movement, and the shocking confession that revealed it all as a hoax. Was it belief, deception, or something more?
    Join us as we unravel this haunting story of ambition, intrigue, and the human desire to connect beyond the veil.
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    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
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    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
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    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3Z8jx5L
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/4kAthhj
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    15 mins
  • 21: Is There a Serial Killer at Lady Bird Lake? | True Crime Sleep Stories

    21: Is There a Serial Killer at Lady Bird Lake? | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Jun 7 2025
    Tonight, we unravel a chilling and mysterious tale beneath the night sky of Austin, TX. Lady Bird Lake, known for its serene beauty, hides an unsettling secret. Over the years, several young men have been found in its waters, sparking whispers of a serial killer lurking in the shadows. While authorities insist there’s nothing sinister at play, locals can’t shake their suspicions.

    Drift off to sleep – if you dare - as we guide you through eerie speculations and unanswered questions.

    Is there a serial killer on the loose in Austin, Texas? Let us know what you think.

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    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
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    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
    --- --- --- ---
    Buy The Books:
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3Z8jx5L
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/4kAthhj
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 3:https://amzn.to/3H9xfPQ
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    14 mins
  • 20: Albert Fish: The Real Life Boogeyman | True Crime Sleep Stories

    20: Albert Fish: The Real Life Boogeyman | True Crime Sleep Stories
    Jun 4 2025
    Brace yourself for the most shocking tale we've dared to tell on True Crime Sleep Stories. This episode delves into the horrifying crimes of Albert Fish, a man often regarded as one of the most monstrous serial killers in history.

    But fair warning, listeners—this one is not for the faint of heart. Exploring Fish's twisted life and unspeakable crimes, this episode is by far the darkest and most graphic we've covered to date. Prepare to confront the depths of human depravity.
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    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
    --- --- --- ---
    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
    --- --- --- ---
    Buy The Books:
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3Z8jx5L
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/4kAthhj
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 3:https://amzn.to/3H9xfPQ
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    37 mins
  • 19: Pearl Bryan & Her Missing Head | True Crime Sleep Stories

    19: Pearl Bryan & Her Missing Head | True Crime Sleep Stories
    May 29 2025
    Step into the chilling and tragic tale of Pearl Bryan, a 22-year-old pregnant woman from Greencastle, Indiana, whose gruesome 1896 murder sent shockwaves across Northern Kentucky.

    Drugged, decapitated, and left in a field, her untimely death uncovers a haunting story of betrayal, scandal, and a theatrical trial that gripped the nation.

    Get cozy, as we unravel the mysterious disappearance of her head, the sinister roles of dental students Scott Jackson and Alonzo Walling, and Pearl’s lingering legacy in both history and folklore.
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    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
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    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
    --- --- --- ---
    Buy The Books:
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3Z8jx5L
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/4kAthhj
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 3:https://amzn.to/3H9xfPQ
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    18 mins
  • 18: The Pious Poisoner: Maria Swanenburg, aka Goeie Mie | True Crime Sleep Stories

    18: The Pious Poisoner: Maria Swanenburg, aka Goeie Mie | True Crime Sleep Stories
    May 21 2025
    Prepare to drift off into a chilling tale of trust, betrayal, and murder in this episode of True Crime Sleep Stories. Tonight, we explore the unsettling life of Maria Swanenberg, a woman lovingly nicknamed "Goeie Mie."

    To her neighbors, she was a kind and devoted caretaker—but behind the warm, pious exterior lay a sinister secret. Maria's nursing skills came with a deadly twist, and her poison claimed dozens of lives.

    Uncover the dark truths about her motives, her methods, and how she might have continued her twisted mission if not for a single oversight.

    This is a story of deception, tragedy, and the unmasking of a killer who exploited the very people who trusted her most.
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    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
    --- --- --- ---
    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
    --- --- --- ---
    Buy The Books:
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3Z8jx5L
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/4kAthhj
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 3:https://amzn.to/3H9xfPQ
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    16 mins
  • 17: The Somerton Man: Secrets on the Sand | True Crime Sleep Stories

    17: The Somerton Man: Secrets on the Sand | True Crime Sleep Stories
    May 7 2025
    On a quiet morning in South Australia, the lifeless body of a sharply dressed man was found propped against a seawall on Somerton Beach. Over 70 years later, the mystery of the Somerton Man continues to captivate and confound, with cryptic messages, secret pockets, Cold War espionage theories, and groundbreaking DNA revelations fueling one of true crime’s most enigmatic cases.

    Join us as we unravel the story of the man who took his secrets to the grave.

    Cozy up, light a candle, and immerse yourself in this remarkable blend of puzzles and intrigue.
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    Special Announcement
    CrimeCon 2025 is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for September 5-7, 2025, and join me in Denver, Colorado, for the ultimate true crime experience.
    You can get 10% off your ticket using my exclusive discount code BRINK at checkout.
    As a special thank-you to my listeners, stop by my table with your ticket/code receipt, because I’ll have a free signed copy of my book waiting for you. Come say hi—I can’t wait to meet you!
    --- --- --- ---
    Thank You for Listening
    If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and recommend True Crime Sleep Stories to your fellow true crime enthusiasts. Follow along for more dark and mysterious tales to ease you into your evening. And as always, stay curious and stay safe.
    --- --- --- ---
    Buy The Books:
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 1: https://amzn.to/3Z8jx5L
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 2: https://amzn.to/4kAthhj
    True Crime Sleep Stories, Volume 3:https://amzn.to/3H9xfPQ
    --- --- --- ---
    Support the show by joining Patreon https://www.patreon.com/KelliBrink
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    11 mins