Pretty Little Poltergeists
by Calee Therrien
Where stories linger… and some cases never stay buried.Pretty Little Poltergeists is a haunted-cozy true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Calee Therrien — with the occasional side-eye from her dog, Bruin 🐾. Each episode drifts between the forensic and the freaky, exploring unsolved cases, strange histories, and the echoes they leave behind.Light a candle, grab a blanket, and press play… because ghosts gossip too.
Episodes
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Case File 042- The Watcher House
Have you found what is in the walls?
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Case File 041- The Hinterkaifeck Murders
trigger warning for child murder
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Case File 040- The Greenbrier Ghost
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Case File 039- The Bell Witch
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Hunters Journal #2- The Wild Hunt
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Case File 038- The Mary Celeste
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Case File 037- Villisca Axe Murder House
Eight people went to sleep inside a quiet Iowa home on June 9, 1912. By morning, every one of them was dead—and more than a century later, no one knows who killed them. In Case File 037, we’re heading to Villisca, Iowa, to uncover the horrifying murders of the Moore family and Stillinger sisters,...
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Case File 036- Max Headroom
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Hunters Journal #1- Thunderbirds
Every hunter has a journal... and this is the first entry.In Hunter's Journal #1, we're diving into the legend of the Thunderbird- a powerful winged being said to command the storms and inspire centuries of sightings across North America. We'll explore its origins in Indigenous traditions…
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Case File 035- Montauk Project
Mind control, secret experiments, time travel? OH MY!
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Case File 034- Maritime Mysteries
The ocean has always been as mysterious as it is unforgiving. Some ships were found abandoned. Others disappeared into history only to be seen again decades later. In this episode, we’re investigating the haunted USS Salem, the unexplained disappearance of the Kaz II crew, the legendary SS...
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Case File 033- Hotel Monte Vista
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Case File 032- The Bloody Benders
they welcomed travelers with a warm meal, a comfortable bed, and a promise of hospitality. few ever left. in the 1870s, the remote kansas prairie became home to one of america’s most infamous murder families. behind the bender inn’s friendly smiles and home-cooked dinners lay a horrifying secret...
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Case File 031- Mothman
This week we're heading to Point Pleasant, WV to investigate the legend of the Mothman. From eye witness accounts to strange encounters and the tragic collapse of the Silver Bridge, we'll explore the legend of one of America's most famous cryptids.follow us on instagram...
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Case File 030- Shanda Sharer
Before she became the subject of headlines, court records, and true crime documentaries, Shanda Sharer was a twelve-year-old girl trying to make friends in a new town.This week, we explore the tragic case of Shanda Sharer—a story of jealousy, obsession, missed warning signs, and a crime that...
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Case File 029- Portuguese Legends
🇵🇹✨ Viva Portugal! Feliz Dia de Portugal!✨🇵🇹This week on Pretty Little Poltergeists, we’re celebrating Dia de Portugal with a journey through Portuguese folklore and legend. From the mysterious twin lakes of Sete Cidades in the Azores to the enchanted Moura Encantada, the legendary Rooster of...
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Case File 028- Lily Gray & The Beast 666
Every gravestone tells a story. Some just leave out a few chapters.This week we’re investigating the mysterious case of Lily Gray and the infamous inscription: “Victim of the Beast 666.” More than sixty years later, nobody knows exactly what it means.sources:...
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Case File 027- The 27 Club
For decades, one number has haunted the music industry... 27. Tonight, we're exploring the legends, conspiracies, media obsession, and heartbreaking realities behind the infamous 27 Club... and asking whether the real curse was ever supernatural at all.sources:...
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Case File 026- MKUltra
Tonight, we’re opening one of the CIA’s darkest files. Mind control. LSD experiments. Psychological torture. And a government program that many believe never truly ended. From secret dosing to shattered lives, we’re diving into the disturbing history of Project MKUltra — the Cold War experiment...
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Case File 025- Prince Sado
Cursed Crown part 3A doomed crown prince.A father willing to sentence his own son to death.And a royal scandal that would haunt the Joseon dynasty forever.This week, Pretty Little Poltergeists dives into the tragic and terrifying story of Prince Sado. Because ghosts gossip too.sources:...
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Case File 024- The Romanov's: The Night the Crown Fell
Curse Crowns part 2... Power. obsession. prophecy. murder.The Romanovs ruled Russia like gods—until their empire collapsed beneath them. But behind the jewels, grand palaces, and royal portraits was a family drowning in paranoia, mystics, political unrest, and whispers of curses. In this episode…
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Case File 023- Princess Diana: The People's Princess
Part 1 of Crused CrownsA fairytale the world watched unfold… and unravel. From shy aristocrat to global icon, Princess Diana lived in a spotlight she could never escape—followed, photographed, and constantly watched. But the night it all ended still doesn’t sit right. Because when a story is this...
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Case File 022- La Pascualita
In a bridal shop in Mexico, a mannequin named La Pascualita has stood for decades, eerily lifelike and impossible to ignore.Some believe she was once a real bride... and once you see her... it's hard to look away.sources:...
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Case File 021- Rte 140: The New Bedford Hwy Killer
This week, we’re heading to New Bedford, where between 1988 and 1989, women began disappearing one by one. Some were later found along Route 140 and Interstate 195. Others were never seen again. As the bodies were discovered, a pattern began to form—but even with similarities, connections, and a...
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Case File 020- Hollywood Horror: The Black Dahlia
Part 3 of the Lights, Camera, Death Series.In 1947, Elizabeth Short was found in Los Angeles--- posed, mutilated, and left in the open. Nearly 80 years later, the case remains unsolved.In this episode, we break down the investigation, key suspects, and the layered theories surrounding one of...
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Case File 019- Marilyn Monroe: Beneath the Blonde
They turned her into an icon... then watched her fall. This is part 2 of the Lights, Camera, Death series.In this case file, we peel back the image of Marilyn Monroe to reveal the woman behind it- caught between fame, control, and something far more fragile.sources:...
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Case File 018- Jayne Mansfield: Hollywood's Haunted Bombshell
Part 1 of the Lights, Camera... Death series.She was glamorous. Magnetic. Impossible to ignore. A woman who didn't just step into the spotlight... she became it... and in the end, she didn't just leave behind a legacy... she became a story. One the world refused to let go. A legend. A warning....
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Love Doesn't End at the Rainbow Bridge (A Podcasthon Special)
This week's episode of Pretty Little Poltergeists is part of Podcasthon, supporting Best Friends Animal Society & their mission to help homeless pets find loving homes. Tonight, we explore the story of the Rainbow Bridge- a modern belief created to comfort grief & give love somewhere to go when...
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Case File 017- Shamrocks & Shadows
Happy St. Patrick's Day Ghouls & Gentle Fiends. Tonight, we're jet-setting over to the Emerald Isle for three Irish legends. Grab your Guinness and light a candle. These legends are anything but luckysources:...
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Case File 016- The Green Children of Woolpit
In medieval England, two green-skinned children emerged fromthe fields of Woolpit. One would not survive. The other claimed to come from a land without sun. History recorded it. No one fully explained it. Sources:...
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Case File 015- Centralia, PA: Ashes that Whisper
In 1962, a coal mine fire ignited beneath Centralia, PA... and it's still burning to this day. As smoke rose from the ground and homes were abandoned, an entire town slowly disappeared. But when the streets emptied, did the whispers stay behind?sources:...
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Case File 014- The Axeman of New Orleans
Happy Wicked Wednesday, Ghouls & Gentlefiends! Tonight, we step into the legend of the Axeman. A city on edge. A killer in the night. And a letter that promised survival through jazz. sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/190z83F9qukwbb6XSNyOLPwDq-cCtSuoi5_8nVPcoFVk/edit?usp=sharingfollow…
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Case File 013- Heartbreak & Homicide: Jodi Arias
Love turned lethal. This week, we’re breaking down the disturbing case of Jodi Arias and the relationship that spiraled into obsession, lies, and murder. Jealousy, control, and a crime that shocked the nation — welcome to Heartbreak & Homicide.sources:...
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Case File 012- Maura Murray
In 2004, a car crash on a quiet New Hampshire road became the last confirmed sighting of Maura Murray. Minutes later, she vanished without a trace.A nursing student. A sudden trip. A narrow window of time where everything changed. Tonight, we follow the timeline and the unanswered questions...
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Case File 011- Okiku the Doll
A simple gift for a little girl becomes one of the world's most famous haunted objects. In this episode, we explore the story of Okiku- a doll said to house a child's spirit, whose human hair never stops growing. Get cozy... and don't blink.Sources:...
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Case File 010- The Glensheen Mansion Murders
Sometimes the most haunted places aren't haunted at all. In this episode, we explore the murders of Elisabeth Congdon and her nurse, Velma Pietila- uncovering family tension, betrayal, and the chilling events that turned one of America's grandest estates into a crime scene.Follow on IG...
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Case File 009- Smiley Face Killers Theory
In todays episode, we examie the Smiley Face Killers Theory- a controversial pattern of unexplained deaths involving young men found in waterways across the United States. We break down where the theory began, what connects the cases, and why the mystery continues to raise questions years later.…
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Case File 008- Forever Checked In: The Hotel de Paris
Tonight, we check in... but we may not check out. Tucked away in the historic mining town of Georgetown, CO, stands the Hotel de Paris. Once a luxurious European-style hotel now carries the unexplained. Dim your lights... lock your doors... and listen closely.Follow us on Instagram...
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Case File 007: Kemal Kolenovic
On New Year's Eve 2006, Kemal Kolenovic stepped in to break up a fight. Moments later, he was struck and killed by a car in a hit-and-run. What followed was not immediate justice- but nearly two decades of unanswered questions, stalled leads, and a family left waiting.Follow us on Instagram:...
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Case File 006- Merry Creepmas: When Evil Comes Inside
MERRY CREEPMAS GHOULS AND GENTLE FIENDS! While the world glows with twinkling lights and cheerful carols, not every home is filled with peace.In this holiday special, we step into the quiet hours of Christmas night- where doors open tothe wrong kind of visitor and festive traditions take a dark...
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Case File 005- Merry Crisis: The Covina Christmas Eve Massacre
In this Merry Crisis Episode, we examine the Covina massacre, a tragedy that unfolded on Christmas Eve & forever altered multiple lives. What should have been a night of celebration became one of unimaginable loss, reminding us how quickly the holidays can turn dark.Like & leave a review (if you...
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Case File 004-Festival of Lights & Frights
Welcome back to Wicked Wednesdays, ghouls and gentle fiends!Happy Hanukkah! Tonight, we're diving into the Festival of Lights, frights, & mysteries. From real-world events to eerie legends we're going intothe history, tragedy, and stories that flicker just beyond the candlelight. Stay close to…
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Case File 003- Season's Creepings: Holiday Legends That Bite Back
Forget cozy Christmas cheer. Tonight, we're talking chains, claws, and cold-weather chaos from the infamous Krampus to winter monsters that were definitely NOT in the Hallmark movies. This episode delivers festive fear with a bow on top.WARNING: You may never look at holiday traditions the same…
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Case File 002- Midnight in Los Feliz
A glamorous Los Angeles mansion, a perfect family, and a December night that left the city in shock. In this episode, we travel west to dig into the chilling story of the Los Feliz Murder Mansion, a home frozen in time since 1959.What really happened behind those locked doors?Step inside... if…
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Case File 001- Whisper Beneath the Pines: Inside the Bridgewater Triangle
First episode vibes? Haunted.We’re diving head-first into the Bridgewater Triangle — where people go missing, creatures lurk in the trees, and the vibes are… cursed. Honestly? Love that for us.Grab your sage, lock your doors, and settle in.Something’s whispering in the dark.Wicked WednesdaysNew...
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Welcome to Pretty Little Poltergeists— a cozy, haunted corner of the true crime world where ghost stories, witchy whispers, and unsolved mysteries come wrapped in warm, comforting vibes. Each week, Calee and her chaos gremlin, Bruin, wander through haunted legends, chilling true crime tales, and...
About this show
Where stories linger… and some cases never stay buried.Pretty Little Poltergeists is a haunted-cozy true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Calee Therrien — with the occasional side-eye from her dog, Bruin 🐾. Each episode drifts between the forensic and the freaky, exploring unsolved cases, strange histories, and the echoes they leave behind.Light a candle, grab a blanket, and press play… because ghosts gossip too.
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Calee Therrien
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