Dawn of Mantis

DOM Ep113 - The Bloody Benders

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 16:31:45 GMT

We're back!! After a one week hiatus from Joe's big move to his new house in the suburbs, we're bringing you the story of the "Bloody Benders"! A family of serial killers who lived in Labette County, Kansas from May 1871 to December 1872.

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DOM Ep112 - The Icebox Murders

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 16:07:06 GMT

On this episode of Dawn of Mantis, we discuss the 1965 case "The Icebox Murders" and the suspected murderer, Charles Rogers. Joe also goes on a rant about I.B.S. and public bathrooms!

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DOM Ep111 - The History of Spontaneous Human Combustion!

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 21:26:03 GMT

On this episode of Dawn of Mantis we're talking about spontaneous human combustion and the reported cases throughout history.

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DOM Ep110 - French Maids From Hell! The Gruesome Crimes of the Papin Sisters

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:33:27 GMT

On this Dawn of Mantis episode we tell the story of French sisters Christine and Lea Papin. Live-in maids that were convicted of murdering their employer's wife and daughter! Joe also introduces us to Canadian "weatherman" Frankie MacDonald, we possibly set the record for tea kettle laughs in one episode and we have a special in-studio audience member and backup Google researcher, Ivan's daughter Hannah!

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DOM Ep109 - UFOs, Vinyl and Music with James Dunham

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 00:12:04 GMT

In this episode, we finally get to hear about Joe's "easter egg" the infamous yellow notepad! We talk UFO's, Vinyl and Music with special guest James Dunham!

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DOM Ep108 - The Magnificent Randy Quaid & the Hollywood Star Whacker Conspiracy

Fri, 25 Dec 2020 18:28:59 GMT

Merry Christmas from the Dawn of Mantis crew! Grab some eggnog and sit back by the fire as Joe tells us a tale unlike any other, the life and times of Cousin Eddie himself, Mr. Randy Quaid! It's sure to be a good one!

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DOM Ep107 - The Failed Prophecies of Leland Jensen (Part 2 of 2)

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 16:37:14 GMT

In this episode of Dawn of Mantis we wrap up the Failed Prophecies of Leland Jensen, discuss a few disaster movies and even give mention to Cousin Eddie himself, Randy Quaid!

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DOM Ep106 - The Failed Prophecies of Leland Jensen (Part 1 of 2)

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 17:14:57 GMT

DOM Ep106 - The Failed Prophecies of Leland Jensen (Part 1 of 2) by Dawn of Mantis Podcast

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DOM Ep105 - The Not So Sunny Day...

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 14:01:02 GMT

Dawn of Mantis: Episode 105 - The Not So Sunny Day, The story of Sesame Street's Northern Calloway.

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DOM Ep.104 - Thanksgiving Smash & Grab

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 22:44:38 GMT

Broadcasting from our NEW location! In studio at RedBeard Sound and joined by our new crew member, RedBeard himself, Sam Duncan!We're serving up a Thanksgiving dish of murder and massacres, and we're not talking about the Turkey......as well as a few other smash and grab stories, finishing the episode off with a story we like to call "Pornocopia"

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DOM 103 - The Disappearance of Ada Constance Kent

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 20:44:00 GMT

Dawn of Mantis Episode 103: The disappearance of Ada Constance Kent. A reclusive former actress vanished in 1939 and was never seen alive again. For a decade her disappearance remained a mystery, until one day her remains were finally found, right where everyone had been looking all along. Or... were they her remains? and.... had they really been there the whole time? Listen to the evidence and decide for yourself in this one of a kind case.

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DOM Ep102 - The Tragic Cases Of The Shelton Family

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 21:51:47 GMT

Episode 102: In tonight's episode we cover a truly unique case, even in the true crime community. Just a few years after losing her husband in a car wreck, Marcia Shelton's 12 year old daughter Debbie disappeared. Sixty-five days later she was finally found, but not in the way that Marcia had hoped. Then, just over three decades later, the impossible seemed to happen again- another daughter, Victoria, came up missing. So buckle up as we traverse this rollercoaster of a case. A special thanks to our sponsor and sound engineer Sam @ Redbeard studios.

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101 - Halloween Special Episode- Ronald "the Candy Man" O'Bryan

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 12:28:10 GMT

In 1974 Ronald O'Bryan perhaps starts a decade long paranoia by tampering with Halloween candy but there's more to the story because the victim isn't probably who would you guess.

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100- The Sacrifice Of Leroy Carter Jr

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 13:30:17 GMT

We dive into the strange and perhaps the occult as we talk about the circumstances of the discovery of the body of Mr. Leroy Carter Jr. in the early 80s.

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99 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 5 George Van Tassel

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 13:22:41 GMT

Part 5 of our early UFO contactee coverage concludes with the interesting tales of George Van Tassel and his adventures with the otherworldly.

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98 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 4- Buck Nelson

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 00:31:14 GMT

Buck Nelson was an interesting man to say the least. Without his UFO tall tales we feel he'd be interesting. We go through his rise to fame as an early contactee and Joe even puts his spin on what his voice likely sounded like as he tells the story.

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97 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 3- Howard Menger

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 20:24:13 GMT

We talk about Howard Menger and his extra-terrestrial encounters that he claims he had throughout his entire life. Where were these aliens from? Was it Venus, Mars, or somewhere else in the cosmos? Mr. Menger himself seems to have been unsure as to their origin from time to time.

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96 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 2- George Adamski

Sat, 26 Sep 2020 02:17:25 GMT

We continue our coverage of the golden era of UFO and alien sightings talking about George Adamski and the tales he told.

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95 - The Golden Era Contactees Part 1- George Adamski

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 03:06:09 GMT

The earliest American pop-culture era of UFO visitation and it had a somewhat different take on the subject. Before Betty and Barney Hill there was a time that the characters telling tales of alien contact were as interesting as the stories themselves. This time we talked about one early contactee and his story. George Adamski was his name and he was a hoot. We cover that and chase a few other rabbits.

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94 - Where on Earth is Joe Pichler?

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 12:35:12 GMT

In early 2006 child star turned young adult suddenly vanishes. As the investigation carries on little evidence is found. Joe goes the way of Madonna and we bash social media some more. Speaking of, make sure you find us on Twitter @DawnOfManits. :D

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93 - The Sterling Hall Bombing

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 12:31:36 GMT

In August of 1970 a bomb was detonated in an UW-Madison building injuring three and killing one young researcher. One of the bombers still to this day is on the loose.

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92 - The Legend Of Dogboy

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:23:34 GMT

Mysterious happenings have been reported in a house in a small Arkansas town for years. The house does have a confirmed history of traumatic events that only add to the story. Dies "bad" energy exist and has it taken hold of this property. Plus we pose the question, "when is your earliest memory?" We re-visit simulation theory and Ivan reaches out to the engineers and inventors listening to help with a project that could save lives.

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91 - Smash And Grab- AstroNut, Cheerleader Mom Assassin, Murder She Stupidly Wrote

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:20:16 GMT

This week we talk about a few interesting stories that Joe ripped from the entrails of the inter-webs. We cover the the fate of a faux Sasquatch, a cheerleader mom hit man plot, a murderer that thinks they are Angela Lansbury, and a case we like to call, "Houston We Have an Astro-Nutt!"

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90 - The Afterlife According To... (Part 2)

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 22:56:20 GMT

We continue our discussion on how various religions prepare for and explain the afterlife. We talk about the beliefs of the Native Americans, followers of Judaism, Scientology and more. Later we dive down the simulation hypothesis rabbit hole and Ivan attempts to draw a parallel from that to Showbiz Pizza.

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89 - The Afterlife According To... (Part 1)

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 15:36:00 GMT

What happens after death? Where do you go if anywhere? We discuss how various religions prepare for and explain the afterlife. In this episode we briefly explain those ideas from the early Egyptians to modern religions such as Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, and more. It's not an in depth look yet more of an overview mixed with various other commentary.

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88 - Accidental Movie Deaths Part 3 - 1983 to present

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:58:34 GMT

This concludes our coverage of accidents resulting in deaths, or in many cases near deaths, of cast and crew. We pick up where we left off last time with the mid 80s on to more recent flicks. That and, as always, more random blathering from Joe and Ivan.

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87- Accidental Movie Deaths Part 2- 1970 To 1983

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 14:25:26 GMT

We continue our talk about accidents on movie sets. We also talk about the supposed curses around the filming of the movies The Omen and The Exorcist. All that and more. The power of the Mantis compels you to listen to this week's episode. :D Enjoy!

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86- Accidental Movie Deaths Part 1- 1920 To 1970

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 03:15:57 GMT

This time we look back through the strange history of filmmaking accidental deaths. We talk about the circumstances of these tragedies and their impact of the industry. Sadly actors, extras and even directors at times were in the wrong place at the wrong time and gave their life in pursuance of their art-form. Join us for part one as we go chronologically from the 1920s to the early 70s.

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85- The Lead Masks Case of Brazil

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 14:25:34 GMT

In the late summer of 1966, Miguel José Viana and Manoel Pereira da Cruz were found dead on the slopes of Vintém Hill in the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro. Curios items were found on them including, perhaps most mysterious, a set of hand crafted lead masks covering their eyes. What happened to these two electronic technicians? We lay out some of the known details of the case as well as examine a few of the most popular theories.

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84- The Tale Of The Toxic Lady

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 03:41:27 GMT

In 1994 Gloria Ramirez is brought into the ER under quite mysterious circumstances. Her skin has an oily sheen, her blood smells of ammonia and she has numerous other anomalies that baffle everyone in the room. The staff begins to feel ill as they tend to her trying to save her life. What was it that contributed to her strange conditions that to this day have dubbed her the "toxic lady/woman?"

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83- The Murder Of Lowell Badger

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 13:53:35 GMT

In 2012 Lowell Badger of Sullivan County, Indiana was brutally murdered. We cover the details of the case hoping that someone, somewhere can provide information to bring the evil perpetrators to justice. This is a patron suggested episode. Visit our Patreon for more information. We also take a light hearted look at the good cop/bad cop dynamic in a short comedy bit at the beginning o the episode.

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82 - Herbert Mullin- The Earthquake Killer

Sat, 06 Jun 2020 14:19:37 GMT

Herbert Mullin killed thirteen people in California in the early 1970s but HE feels he had a good reason. Thankfully he was saving us all from epic natural disasters. We cover the case and explain his logic in this episode.

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81 - The Locust Swarm Of 1875

Sat, 30 May 2020 02:54:07 GMT

The Rocky Mountain Locust wreaked havoc on the western United States in the 1870s. sometimes described as “hell from above”, clouded the skies fiercely devouring the crops, tree leaves, and even fence posts.

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80 - A World Without Sex

Fri, 22 May 2020 02:12:04 GMT

Imagine, if you will, a world without sex. Minus the obvious survival of the human race factor, how would the world be better without the negative repercussions that stem from it? Join us for this thought experiment after a short fun look at numerology.

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79 -Where On Earth Are Glen And Bessie Hyde?

Fri, 15 May 2020 16:29:22 GMT

We talk about the ill-fated Glenn and Bessie Hyde Grand Canyon scow boat expedition in the late 1920's.

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78 - Where On Earth Is Rico Harris

Thu, 07 May 2020 23:39:53 GMT

Former NCAA star Rico Harris mysteriously vanishes in October of 2014 in Yolo County California while traveling long distance. Details of the investigation raise more questions than answers. That case after we "mole" over a silly skit, we make sure All Wings are Considered, and Joe tells a grim tale about a triple homicide in which the aggressor's hand was forced as it was a matter of defending the defenseless.

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77 - Smash And Grab with Cody Templeton

Fri, 01 May 2020 12:45:59 GMT

This week Cody Templeton rejoins us and we discuss strange and mysterious stories. This one went off the rails early, REAL early, and we had a lot of fun. If you are in the mood for an offbeat episode, this one is for you!

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76 - The Texas Bell Tower Shooting (Part 3- In The Crosshairs)

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:00:13 GMT

The final part of our series on the Texas Bell Tower Shooting. This time we talk about the shooting itself. For 96 minutes Whitman unsuspecting people on campus. We detail these in chronological order and discuss how he was finally brought to justice.

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75 - The Texas Bell Tower Shooting (Part 2- The Morning Of)

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 15:39:29 GMT

On part two we talk about the hours leading up to the shooting. We read letters written by Whitman and also go through the timeline of the morning of the event.

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74 - The Texas Bell Tower Shooting (Part 1: Charles Whitman)

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:22:10 GMT

In 1966, a gunman seized the bell tower at the University of Texas and unleashed a reign of terror. On this episode we talk about the the shooter, his background and everything that may or may not have had to do with his motivations to commit this vile act.

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73 - Preston Tucker And The Car Of The Future (Part 2)

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:36:01 GMT

After we hear from the D3500 guys, Terry and Timothy, we conclude telling the story of Preston Tucker and his ambitious endeavor to produce his futuristic automobile. SEC investigations, over-zealous features additions, and a swing in the court of public opinion all were limiting factors to his plans. Listen in and you decide what you think killed the Tucker 48.

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Special Episode: DOM Comedy Bit Compilation 1

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 23:14:39 GMT

Check out this compilation of our intro comedy bits. We hope you have as much fun listening to these as we did making them. If you are a straight-laced, staunchly serious individual who scoffs at tomfoolery and gallimaufry, you might want to skip this one. Enjoy!

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72 - Preston Tucker And The Car Of The Future (Part 1)

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 16:00:34 GMT

After a short REVVED UP bit, we talk about Preston Tucker and his beginnings into the powerplant, aviation, and automotive industry. This ambitious individual wanted to create the CAR OF THE FUTURE but was the present ready for it? Join us for part one of his story and get your Corey Feldman and David Faustino fix at the end of the episode.

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Episode 71.5- DOM Covid Talk

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:53:39 GMT

Joe provides some perspective on Covid-19 on this short, special episode. Stay safe, everyone!

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71- The Villisca Axe Murders

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:12:12 GMT

This week we pull a dark, murder mystery episode out of the vault. In 1912 a family was murdered in a most gruesome fashion and causes chaos in the Iowa town called Villisca. Also check out where/when the TimeTwit is this week!

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70 - The Missing Amazon Adventurers

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 15:08:00 GMT

During our break we re-visit an episode from the vault that, until now, was previously unavailable. Five separate expeditions into the Amazon end in tragedy as individuals mysteriously vanish. The only thing to link these parties was their guide. Did he have something to do with the disappearances or were there other circumstances at play.

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69 - The Fouke Monster

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 12:30:54 GMT

After a short bit, we pull one of the old episodes out of the vault and talk about the Fouke Monster. This beast spawned the cult classic docudrama, The Legend of Boggy Creek in the early 1970s.

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68 - The Story Of Serial Killer Jack Unterweger

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 15:16:27 GMT

Austrian Jack Unterweger was, for a time, a poster child for prisoner reform. People were rooting for him upon his release as he became what many felt "a completely changed man" and no longer a danger to society. What could go wrong?

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67 - Who Was Lori Erica Ruff REALLY?

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:01:00 GMT

Lori Ruff was married with a child yet few really knew anything substantial about her. When her husband attempted to learn about her past she recoiled and even did her best to keep her mother and father-in-law away from their own grandchild despite them, according to others close to the family, being caring individuals. Who was she really and what was in her past?

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66 - The Axeman Of New Orleans

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 13:02:28 GMT

In the late 1910s many in the city of New Orleans were terrified as an axe wielding madman roamed the streets. Who was the infamous Axeman of New Orleans?

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65 - The Phantom Barber Of Pascagoula

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 22:19:57 GMT

Imagine this... You just woke from a good night's sleep but something suddenly feels strange. You rush to the bathroom mirror and you realize your worse fear is has transpired. One of your lovely, flowing locks of hair has been severed and stolen! This very thing happened to multiple victims in Louisiana in the 1940s! Who was the Phantom Barber of Pascagoula and what caused their reign of terror via cosmetological sabotage?

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64 - Strongman Cody Templeton

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 04:38:44 GMT

We talked to Cody Templeton. Cody is an avid weightlifter and strongman competition contender. He talks about his approach to working out, maintaining a healthy mindset, his meal -prepped diet, and life in general. We also talked A.I., simulation theory, and nerd culture.

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63 - The Fascinating Case Of James Gordon Wolcott

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 00:09:29 GMT

Beloved university professor James Gordon Wolcott had a secret past that was one day uncovered. Next his community had to decide if the system got it right or if he was a cunning manipulator that fooled the professionals that assessed his sanity.

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62 - Where On Earth Is Theodore John Condrad?

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 19:15:19 GMT

In 1968 Theodore Conrad walked out of work on Friday afternoon with a paper bag and was never seen again. Turns out there was a lot more in the bag than a half eaten PBandJ sandwich. His disappearance launched a man-hunt that is still on open case today. That and much, much more!

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61 - The Santa Claus Bank Robbery

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 17:50:21 GMT

Santa brings joy to millions of children across the globe BUT some Santa imposters can wreak havoc! As we release this it is 92nd anniversary of a Christmas Eve bank robbery pulled off by a Jolly Ol' St. Nick with some little helpers. Did they make it all the way back to the north pole with the loot or were they bagged and tagged? We talk about that and some of other instances of Santa behaving badly on this special, holiday themed edition.

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60 - James Dunham

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 05:09:18 GMT

James Dunham, musician and IT specialist, joins us for a Smash and Grab variety episode. We talk physics, cults, UFOs, AI, simulation hypothesis, and rock music history to name a few things. James is a huge KISS fan, to say the least, and he gives us insight into being a fan and memorabilia/vinyl collector.

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59 - Heaven's Gate Part 2

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:18:27 GMT

Part two of the Heaven's Gate Cult. We debate about Applewhite's intentions and/or motives, and what he does after the loss of Ti. Joe also includes some eerie "exit statement" clips from Do and the class days before their mass suicide.

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58 - The Heaven's Gate Cult (Part 1)

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 23:09:03 GMT

Marshall Applewhite and Bonnie Nettles meet and discover/decide that they are the Witnesses as described in the book of Revelation. They begin traveling and gaining followers in what would become the infamous Heaven's Gate cult. We talk about their rise to prominence and what made Applewhite have to take over the organization. (Part 1 of 2)

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57 - We LOVE Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K) And You Should Too!

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 05:10:16 GMT

In the not too distant past, on KTMA-TV, there was a guy name Joel, who made a show that you should see! LaLaLaTHIS week we are excited to talk about one of our favorite shows, MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000!!! (why is this description yelling?)We talk about the history, best episodes, why we think it has a cult following, the triumphant return and more... Don't miss this one, Mantis People!

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56 - The Spree Killer - Ronald Gene Simmons Jr.

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 16:00:24 GMT

Ronald Gene Simmons Jr. murdered 16 in Arkansas in the late 80s. We outline his reign of terror, Mr. Rogers, a little politics, and Ivan's idea of a utopian (what very much may be dystopian) society. All that and MORE!

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55 - Guinness Book of World Records

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:17:23 GMT

This week we take at look at some strange Guinness records. We also take a look back into the past from the future. Confused? You'll have to listen to understand.

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54 - Origins Of Halloween

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:02:35 GMT

Where did Halloween originate? When/how did it become what we know to be the ghoulish, candy and costume fest that it is today? What inspired the customs we practice every year? We talk about those things, tales from our childhood's and more.

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53.5 - DOM Special Episode: The House on Hall Hill Road

Sat, 19 Oct 2019 19:00:02 GMT

Joe tells a true, ghostly tale just in time for Halloween. Enjoy a special short from Solo Joe!

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53 - Idioms Part 2

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:58:12 GMT

We are back with more idioms and their origins. Joe explains the idiom and Ivan, riding shotgun, tries to guess the origin with an uncanny 2 percent rate of accuracy. All this and more!

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52 - Joseph Pujol, aka "Le Petomane" (The French Fartiste)

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 13:08:41 GMT

Tonight we introduce you to the fantastic, magnificent, bizarro performer known as Le Petomane, Joseph Pujol otherwise known as the French Fartiste! His bunghole voicing talents made him a celebrity and a legend today among the flatuafant savvy community. That and, as always, a lot more.

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51 - Maude Crawford Part 5

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 20:20:17 GMT

The final episode of the mystery of the disappearance Maud Crawford.

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50 - Maud Crawford Part 4

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 12:31:34 GMT

On Part 4 we talk about the Mike Berg theory, possible places she could be, meditation, Cliffhanger, Dante's Peak and thumb juice. How's that for variety?1?

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49 - Maud Crawford Part 3

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:44:03 GMT

Part 3 of the disappearance of Maud Crawford. Who had the most to gain with the her vanishing? We talk about someone who had A LOT to gain. That and how to hack your Fakebook to better serve you and people that claim to love comedy that can't take a joke. (Oh the irony)

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47 - Maud Crawford Part 2

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:09:12 GMT

We continue the podcast on the disappearance of Maud Crawford. We talk about the more popular hypotheses about the case.

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46 - Maud Crawford Part 1

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 03:12:16 GMT

Maud Crawford was a prominent attorney in Camden, Arkansas. She disappeared from her home on March 2, 1957. Small town politics, personalities, shady businessmen all add to the intrigue of this decades old cold case. Stay with us on this multi part episode.

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45 - Smash And Grab 2

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 01:31:58 GMT

This week is a hodgepodge, miscellany, gallimaufry, perhaps even a salmagundi of confabulation. (Someone found a new thesaurus app) Ever have a large object crash into your roof from the deep blue yonder? We talk about a few of those true tales, Ben Franklin, and "inventing" the wheel.

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44 - The Tale Of Old Mike

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 20:33:24 GMT

Sit back and listen to ol' yarn we spin about Old Mike, the traveling salesman and what might be the ultimate example of prolonged procrastination.

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43 - The Tale Of Tarrare (The French Glutton)

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 04:37:15 GMT

Joe tells us a gruesome little tale about Tarrare, the 18th century Frenchman who could eat massive amounts of food and sometimes would eat strange, inedible items for show. We discuss his disgusting habits and reveal the bizarre factors that led to his demise.

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42 - The Yuba County Five (Part 3)

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 04:46:32 GMT

We talk about what might have happened to the five boys, some history about Gary, and how WE want to be the mediator between humans and aliens.

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41 - The Yuba County Five (Part 2)

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 13:57:42 GMT

After the winter thaw more evidence is uncovered about the missing boys that sadly provide more questions than answers.

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40 - The Yuba County Five (Part 1)

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 13:31:00 GMT

In 1978, in Yuba County California, five young men vanish. We setup the case by introducing the five men and retrace their steps before their disappearance.

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39 - Smash And Grab

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 19:00:46 GMT

Joe and Ivan talk about items ripped from the day's headlines. Not a real topic this episode, just pure randomness. Enjoy!

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38 - The Keddie Cabin Murders (Part 3)

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 13:24:16 GMT

The conclusion of our discussion of the Keddie Cabin murders. What do we think really happened? Where does the case go from here? All of that and more..

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37 - The Keddie Cabin Murders (Part 2)

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 04:59:02 GMT

This week we talk about potential suspects, hypotheses of people that knew the victims, and how the overall investigation progression.

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36 - The Keddie Cabin Murders (Part 1)

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 17:35:28 GMT

We discuss the gruesome quadruple homicide that occurred in cabin 28 of the Keddie Resort, a rural resort town in the Sierra Nevada of northern California, in mid April of 1981.

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035 - The Siegsdorf Swindler - Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter (Part 2)

Fri, 31 May 2019 12:54:02 GMT

The conclusion of the tale of the Siegsdorf Swindler.

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034 - The Siegsdorf Swindler - Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter

Wed, 22 May 2019 12:33:00 GMT

The Siegsdorf Swindler, Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter, is the imposter of imposters. He led a life of lies, swindles, cons, and perhaps even murder. We talk about him, tornados, and more...

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033 - Televangelists (part 2)

Sat, 18 May 2019 19:13:04 GMT

We finish highlighting the rise of Jim Baker, Jimmy Swaggart, and the incredible man that somehow knows the will of God, Pat Robertson.

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032 - Televangelists (part 1)

Wed, 08 May 2019 12:56:22 GMT

Send seed money to DawnOfMantis.com and your wildest dreams will... oh wait, sorry, that would be a vile act to prey upon your faith and hopefulness. This time we talk about dirty, money grubbing TELEVANGELI$T$ and them being exposed as the charltons that they are and how they were put in their place and haven't ever hurt anyone ever again... well crap

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031 - The Vile Vortices (part 2)

Thu, 02 May 2019 12:56:55 GMT

We finish our episode about mysterious boat and plane disappearances with discussion on the Bermuda Triangle. We talk a little about morals (or lack thereof), crappy people, politics, and more.

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030 - The Vile Vortices (part 1)

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 00:47:06 GMT

We discuss mysterious areas on the Earth where planes and ships seem to vanish and their possible connection. We also talk about the Hubble space telescope, fiber optic communications, and saving babies from burning buildings... you know, all the same things people talk about when they talk about Bermuda Triangle lore.

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029- Fear (Part 2)

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 14:55:22 GMT

This week we wrap up our Fear series by talking about more common fears. We talk about the fear of death and how we personally deal with this hard truth. We also talk about Alex Honnold, in our opinion the greatest athlete on the planet, and how he processes fear.

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028- Fear (Part 1)

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 12:31:26 GMT

Joe and Ivan talk about the messages that the "no fear" windshields stickers might be trying to convey, common to uncommon phobias, John Wayne Gacy, and a historic Jeopardy round.

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027- Idioms And Their Origins

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 12:31:35 GMT

We go balls to the wall and talk about some common idioms and their strange origins.

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026- The Hornet Spooklight

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 12:34:08 GMT

On a road in rural Missouri, some claim to have seen something mysterious. Floating transparent orbs have been reported since the mid 1800s. What are they? Are there any scientific explanations or are they supernatural phenomena? We try to shine the light on the ghostlights in this week's episode.

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025- The Disappearance Of Shelagh McDonald

Sat, 23 Mar 2019 02:19:22 GMT

Scottish folk singer disappears in the 70s. We talk about her, the music industry, dad jokes and more.

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024- Bizarre Funeral Rituals

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 03:15:18 GMT

We talk about a few strange (to us) funeral rituals around the world and how our rituals are more than likely strange to everyone else.

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023- The Twilight Zone

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 13:39:13 GMT

This week we discuss the Twilight Zone and our favorite episodes. We also talk about Rod Serling and his extremely interesting background.

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022- The Disappearance Of Jim Sullivan

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 04:32:15 GMT

Jim Sullivan was an inspiring musician in the mid-70s that mysteriously vanished. The guys talk about his disappearance but mainly his music.

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021- Witness Protoection

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 14:27:21 GMT

Everyone knows the witness protection program full TV and film but what is it really? Joe and Ivan talk about this and muc, much more.Plus the podcast celebrates one year on the web! Happy B-Day to us!

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020 - The Osage Murders Part 2

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 13:25:52 GMT

This week we continue talking about the Osage murders and the investigations and subsequent trials.

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019 - The Osage Murders Part 1

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:50:02 GMT

In the early 1900s a string of murders take place in Oklahoma.

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018 - Cursed Objects 2

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 13:28:49 GMT

We talk about a few more cursed objects as well as give you, the listener, some tips on how you can buy your very own cursed object. (Not sure why you would but just in case)We also discuss smart phones, the Podcast revolution, and the Amish.

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017 - We Build A Business

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 04:24:49 GMT

This week we go super-random and create a product for a business from a randomly generated pool of idea. We take that idea and think of how we'd sell it, market it, and more. We even deal with some potential HR nightmares. Would you buy our product? Probably not BUT you should still listen to this one.

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016 - The Disappearance Of Singer/Songwriter Connie Converse

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 13:58:11 GMT

Connie Converse was an aspiring singer-songwriter with chilling melodies and vocals. We discuss her life and music and the bizarre circumstances of her disappearance.

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015 - Chinese Social Credit System

Wed, 02 Jan 2019 16:27:20 GMT

What is the Chinese social credit system? Should citizens be rewarded for good behavior and punished for bad choices? We explore the details and talk of the implications.

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014 - The Curious Tale Of The Dale

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 04:02:55 GMT

The Dale was supposed to be the small, fuel efficient, space-aged car that would be answer to the gas shortages in the 70s. Joe and Ivan talk about the twists and turns of the curious tale of the Dale automobile and its mysterious entrepreneur.

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013: Dawn Of Mantis - Animal Emotions

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 05:59:03 GMT

Do animals have more than simple emotions? Can they show empathy? joe and Ivan talk about these things, some artificial selection, Flipper the dolphin, and much more.

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012: Dawn Of Mantis - He-Man And The Masters Of The Universe

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 15:32:06 GMT

Joe and Ivan revisit their childhood by discussing HE-MAN and the MASTERS of the UNIVERSE.

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011: Dawn Of Mantis - The Tragic Story Of Ray Combs

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 08:20:28 GMT

We discuss the former Family Feud host and comedian, Ray Combs.

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010: Dawn Of Mantis - DNA Exonerations

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 01:44:01 GMT

How many people have been set free due to new DNA evidence? What are the implications? Joe and Ivan talk about this and more.

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009: Dawn Of Mantis - Somerton Man Part 2

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 13:29:13 GMT

The conclusion of the mysterious tale of the Somerton Man. (Plus midterm elections, daytime TV, and much more)

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008: Dawn Of Mantis - The Somerton Man Part 1

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 12:40:57 GMT

In 1948 a body is found on an Australian beach. More questions than answers are raised as the evidence found on the body is scrutinized.

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007: Dawn Of Mantis - Nature Vs Nurture

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 15:52:09 GMT

This episode tackles the subject of nature vs. nurture. What shapes our character more; our upbringing or our genetics?

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006: Dawn Of Mantis - Cursed Objects

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 12:41:44 GMT

Joe and Ivan talk about cursed objects and the legends surrounding them.

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005: Dawn Of Mantis - Anywhere But Here- A Look At Mental Illness

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 13:00:06 GMT

We discuss a fascinating 1978 CBS news report/documentary called Anyplace But Here about the process of help mentally ill patients transition back into society. In addition we discuss what makes someone be classified as mentally ill? Eddie Smith, where are you? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1yyS066sgk

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004: Dawn Of Mantis - Songwriting

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 06:00:06 GMT

Joe and Ivan talk about their musical influences and write a song from scratch for the podcast.

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003: Dawn Of Mantis - Dreams

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 13:00:06 GMT

Why do we dream and what are the stages of sleep and dreaming? We talk about this and how dreaming might really be a problem solving mechanism. Also we attempt, key word "atttempt", to interpret some of Joe's dreams.

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002: Dawn Of Mantis - Former Cult Member Interview (Cults Part 2)

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 13:00:06 GMT

We interview Dr. Christina Abreo. She talks about her mother and father and their time spent in a cult.

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001: Dawn Of Mantis - Cults

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 13:00:06 GMT

We talk about some well-known and lesser-known cults. We also go into what makes a cult leader so convincing and how can they gain and retain so many loyal followers. Is anyone susceptible or do they prey on a certain personality type?

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