Ep. 96: Ho-Ho-Homicide & Ghostly Cheer- The Alpine Manor Murders & Ghosts of Christmas Folklore

Hi spooky people! Welcome to another December episode! While the holidays bring tidings of joy and cheer, today’s episode reminds us that Christmas can also come with chills and thrills! Cozy up with your favorite holiday treat as we dive into two fascinating stories that perfectly blend the macabre with the merry. First, I explore the Alpine Manor Murders, a case of betrayal and horror set against the backdrop of a Michigan nursing home in the 1980s. This shocking tale involves twisted relationships and chilling confessions that will leave you stunned. Then, we take a festive, yet spooky detour, into the Ghosts of Christmas Past, looking at the holiday tradition of telling ghost stories. Long before Hallmark movies, people gathered around the fire to share eerie tales during the Christmas season. From the iconic A Christmas Carol to the epic Beowulf, we’ll unwrap the origins of this frightful festive custom. Let’s keep the holiday spirit alive—share your thoughts on these stories, leave a review, and let us know your favorite spooky holiday traditions! Your feedback is the ultimate gift that keeps on giving. Don’t forget to join the fun! Share your pick for California's most haunted location for our December minisode! Send Me a Story! @ [email protected] Threads & Instagram: spiritswithcrimepodcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Shaker & Spoon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sources: https://imbibemagazine.com/recipe/corzo-holly-recipe/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gwendolyn_Graham_and_Cathy_Wood https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7895921/Serial-killer-freed-prison-33-years-murders-detective-warns-strike-again.html https://www.history.com/news/christmas-tradition-ghost-stories https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/plea-resurrect-christmas-tradition-telling-ghost-stories-180967553/