Ep. 94: Harvesting Horrors- The Case of Diane Staudte & The Cornfield Spirits

Hello spooky people, happy Thanksgiving! Dark secrets and write folklore are on the menu in today’s episode as we dive into the chilling case of Diane Staudte and the strange, whispering spirits of the fields- the Feldgeister.First, we explore the twisted tale of Diane Staudte, the so-called “Facebook Mom,” whose seemingly ordinary life hid a sinister pattern of manipulation, deceit, and murder. What drove this suburban mother to turn her family into victims, and how did authorities piece together the horrifying puzzle?Then we venture into the realm of rural mythology to meet the Feldgeister, or cornfield spirits. These shadowy figures are said to stalk the crops, watching, whispering, and sometimes luring the unwary into the unknown. Are they protectors of the harvest or something far more sinister? Tune in and get your fill- cheers! Send Me a Story! @ [email protected] & Instagram: spiritswithcrimepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Shaker & Spoon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sources: https://punchdrink.com/recipes/corn-n-oil/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Staudte_Family_Murdershttps://www.aetv.com/real-crime/antifreeze-murderhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feldgeister