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There’s Too Much To Think
by Maddie Bee
The title speaks for itself. I couldn’t decide on what one thing I wanted this podcast to be about, so each episode is going to be something new and hopefully something for everyone.
Episodes
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Episode 44: Florida’s Dozier School for Boys
The Dozier School for Boys. Boys from the ages of six to twenty-one trapped in a place that claimed to be their saving grace. The school claimed to help all boys who were a little troubled. You acted up? You went to Dozier. You smoked? You went to Dozier. You tried to run away? You were an…
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Episode 43: The Feral Child “Genie Wiley”
The story of Genie Wiley, the “feral” child kept in isolation for 13 years, and what happened to her after. Sources: Armchair Investigator. “The True Story Of Genie Wiley: The Feral Child Kept In Isolation For 13 Years” YouTube, 6 April 2023. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2v7tSlgKW4 [Video]....
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Episode 42: The History of the Holiday Ghost
What is it about the holidays that makes us want to tell spooky stories? We’ve heard it time and time again with “scary ghost stories and tales of the glories.” And yet, nothing else about the winter holidays matches the spooky vibe of this lyric. Join me as I go down another holiday-themed…
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Episode 41: The Murder of Mandy Stavik
It’s 1989, 18 year old Mandy Stavik goes on a run with the family dog. Heartbreakingly, hours later, the dog runs home without Mandy, sending the whole community of Acme, Washington into a citywide manhunt. Three days later, Mandy would be found dead in the river and it would take thirty years to...
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Episode 40: The Unsolved “Double Initial” Murders
Rochester, New York. The 1970s. When the bodies of 10 year old Carmen Colón, 11 year old Wanda Walkowicz and 11 year old Michelle Maenza were found, the people of New York was brought to their knees. Sources: Carlton, Genevieve. “The Chilling Story of the Alphabet Murders That Targeted Girls With...
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Episode 39: Harold Shipman (“Dr. Death”)
Join me as I tell the story of one of Britain’s most notorious serial killers, Harold Shipman. At the end I list the names of all 215 people he murdered. SOCIALS: therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram. SOURCES: Sources: Absolute Crime. Born To Kill? Experts Delve Inside The Minds Of Britain's 5...
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Episode 38: The Spooky Origins of Halloween
Happy Halloween everyone! Join me as I figure out just how in the world this spooky holiday came to be. SOCIALS: @therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram. SOURCES: Bachelor, Blane. “The twisted history transatlantic tale of American jack-o’-lanterns” The National Geographic, Oct 27, 2020....
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Episode 37: Cryptid Special: The Werewolf
You know them, you love them, probably were on Team Jacob during the 2010s (let’s be real)… Today’s episode: The Werewolf! Join me as I figure out just where in the world this folklore came from and why in the world it still has a chokehold on us now. SOCIALS: @therestoomuchtothinkpod on…
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Episode 36: Cryptid Special: The Windigo
Spelt with over 36 variations, this creature from Native American folklore will make you quiver with fear. Today’s themes: Starvation, cannibalism, and horrible winters. Happy Halloween! SOCIALS: @therestoomuchtothink on Instagram. SOURCES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guiuXIMZ2vE [Video] PBS...
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Episode 35: Stonewall Inn Uprising
Since it is the month of June, I figured why not talk about the moment that started it all? Happy Pride month y’all! 🏳️🌈 SOCIALS: @therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram. SOURCES: Gillett, Charlie. “New York City 1960s Overview.” Encyclopedia Britannica, Dec 2000,...
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Episode 34: Tops Grocery Store Shooting
Given that the first year anniversary of this tragic massacre just passed, I thought it was no better time to tell the full story. Join me as I tell the stories of the victims we lost, and the racist pig that ended their life. SOCIALS: therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram. SOURCES: The Associated...
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Episode 33: The Murder of Barbara Jean Horn (Part 2)
In this episode I talk about the railroading and trial of Walter Ogrod. EDITED BY: Mellowtonin on YouTube. SOCIALS: therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram. SOURCES: Gudjonsson, Gisli H. “The Science- Based Pathways to Understanding to False Confessions and Wrongful Convictions” National Library of...
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Episode 32: The Murder of Barbara Jean Horn (Part 1)
Buckle up everyone, this story is a long one! In Part 1 I tell the unsolved murder of 4 year old Barbara Jean Horn and the man who was wrongfully convicted for her murder, Walter Ogrod. SOCIALS: therestoomuchtothinkpod EDITED BY: Mellowtonin on YouTube. SOURCES: Holt, Lester. “The Investigation”...
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Episode 31: HAUNTED COLLEGES: The University of Notre Dame
Given how heavy last week’s episode was, I figured I would do a lighter spookier episode! So today, we’re going to be talking about America’s 2nd most haunted college: The University of Notre Dame. SOCIALS: therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram SOURCES: College Consensus Writers. “Top 10 Most...
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Episode 30: The Murder & Dismemberment of John Price
John Charles Thomas Price was your regular Aussie dude. While divorced, he was a loving father. Wanting a new life, he moves to Aberdeen where he meets Katherine Knight. “Australia’s Hannibal” is what ended Pricey’s life. The National DOMESTIC ABUSE HOTLINE: 800-799-7233. SOCIALS:...
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Episode 29: The Weird History of Easter
Another holiday has passed, meaning another episode about the history behind the holiday. This week’s episode is about Easter. SOCIALS: therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram. EDITOR: Mellowtonin on YouTube. SOURCES: Blakemore, Erin. “Why Easter is celebrated with bunnies and egg hunts.” The…
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Episode 28: Book vs Movie: The Secret of NIMH
As a bit of a pallet cleanser I thought I would do a book vs movie episode. In this episode, not only do I talk about the differences between the movie and the book but I also talk about Don Bluth Productions, Robert C. O’Brien, and some interesting things I learned about the production of the...
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Episode 27: The Murder of Molly Watson
In this episode I cover the story of Molly Watson, a woman killed two days before her wedding because her fiancé had a secret double-life. SOCIALS: @therestoomuchtothinkpod on Instagram Edited by: Mellowtonin on YouTube SOURCES: ABC 20/20. “Episode 10: I Now Pronounce You Dead” Season 44. Hulu,...
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Episode 26: The Interesting History behind St. Patrick’s Day
Join me as I try my best to describe the interesting history behind St Patty’s Day! Was he a real person? Did he really drive out snakes from Ireland? Why do we drink on a holiday for a saint? This episode was EDITED BY: Mellowtonin on YouTube. SOURCES: BBC Archives: “Religions: Saint Patrick”...
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Episode 25: The Legend of the Leprechaun
Where do Leprechauns come from? Why are they associated with St. Patty’s day? Find out with me in this short special episode before the history of St. Patty’s day next week. This episode is edited by: Mellowtonin on YouTube. SOURCES: Beresford, Jack. “The incredible true story of Ireland’s last...
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Episode 24: The Bender Family: The First Serial Killer Family
This story starts in the 1870s, when too many people are reported missing on their travels. The Bender Family is reported to be America’s first ever serial killer family. Join me as I figure out why their nickname is the “Bloody Benders.” SOURCES: Brown, Travis. “The Bloody Benders|America’s…
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Episode 23: The Hauntings of Fox Hollow Farms Part 2
The part two to last week’s episode, except only talking about the hauntings of the property that allegedly took place. SOURCES: Cummings, Dan. “Timesuck | Herb Baumeister: Serial Killing Leads to a Haunting?” Timesuck [Podcast] December 12, 2022 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VhVIzhiDJ_I…
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Episode 22: The Crimes on Fox Hollow Farms Part 1
This is a long one folks, about the serial killer named Herb Baumiester who had killed at least 21 gay men in the ‘90s. This is a 2 parter, the second part will be about the hauntings that currently take place there today. SOURCES: Brown, Steve. “Decades later, remains of two Baumeister victims...
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Episode 21: The Bloody Origins of Valentine’s Day
Was Valentine’s Day a Roman holiday? A celebration of executions? Or about birds getting it on? Find out with me! SOURCES: Bitel, Lisa. “The Gory Origins of Valentine’s Day” The Smithsonian Magazine, Feb 14, 2018. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/gory-origins-valentines-day-180968156/ The...
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Episode 20: Tragedies Disney Wants You to Forget
Hello Folks, my name is Maddie Bee and in this episode I’m going to be talking about other crimes and things that have happened in “the most magical place on earth”. SOURCES: Bemis, Bethanee. “In the Magic Kingdom, History was a Lesson Filled with Reassurance.” The Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Oct…
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Episode 19: Elizabeth Báthory “The Blood Countess”
This episode is a heavy one, and a bloody one. So you’ve been warned! SOURCES: Cavendish, Richard. “Death of Countess Elizabeth Bathory” History Today Aug 8, 2014. https://www.historytoday.com/archive/months-past/death-countess-elizabeth-bathory Accessed Jan 24 2023. Craft, Kimberly. Infamous…
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Episode 18: HAUNTED COLLEGES: Smith College
After a break, I thought I’d start the year off right with a haunting! And I plan to make “Haunted Colleges” a series. SOURCES: College Consensus. https://www.collegeconsensus.com/rankings/most-haunted-colleges/ Dan. “Mary Ellen Chase House (1827)” Historic Buildings of Massachusetts, December…
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Episode 17: The Origins of Christmas
A long one for y’all to listen to before the holidays, hope you all enjoy and if you do please share! Happy Holidays folks! SOURCES: Hillerbrand, Hans J. “Christmas Holiday” Britannica, 25 Oct 2022. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Christmas Accessed 7 Dec 2022 Ishak, Natasha. “Inside the Black...
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Episode 16: Krampus: The Christmas Demon
Hey folks! This is just a quick little teaser for the episode that’s coming out next week on the origins of Christmas. Krampus is a Christmas Demon that has roots all the way back to Norse Mythology! SOURCES: Basu, Tanya. “Who is Krampus? Explaining the Horrific Christmas Beast” National...
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Episode 15: The Case that took 22 Years To Solve: Sherri Rasmussen
This case is one wild ride folks, so buckle up! Today I discuss the murder of Sherri Rasmussen and how this case should NOT have taken 22 years to solve. SOURCES: Morbid Podcast: “Episode 397: The Murder of Sherri Rasmussen” Published: 11/28/2022. Accessed: 11/29/2022...
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Episode 14: Cryptid Special: BigFoot
The title says it all. Today is a short episode of fun on the cryptid Bigfoot! SOURCES: https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Bigfoot https://www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/article/130907-cryptid-crytozoology-bigfoot-loch-yeti-monster-abominable-science The National Geographic: “The Science…
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Episode 13: Betrayal: The “First” Thanksgiving
Today I discuss the dark history behind this holiday and why it, for many Native American households, is a day of mourning. HAPPY NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH 🧡! SOURCES: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/thanksgiving-myth-and-what-we-should-be-teaching-kids-180973655/ The Smithsonian...
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Episode 12: The Unsolved Cold Valley Murders/Disappearances
AKA the Lewis-Clark Valley Murders and Disappearances. Join me as I try to understand how in the hell this is still considered and “unsolved” case. SOURCES: Grunge Website: https://www.grunge.com/826788/the-unsolved-lewis-clark-valley-murders/ The Lewiston Tribune:...
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Episode 11: The Origins of The Little Mermaid
Given that Disney is coming out with a live action of one of their classics, I thought why not dig into the author, original story, and how The Little Mermaid saved Disney? SOURCES: https://www.the-sun.com/lifestyle/1602156/little-mermaid-real-story-disney-hans-christian/ The U.S. Sun…
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Episode 10: Shirley Temple: America’s Sweetheart
I’m this episode I discuss how the treatment of little actress Shirley Temple was never fully revealed until much later in her life. Be warned: I will be discussing sexual harassment, sexualization of children, domestic violence, as well as physical abuse brought upon her by producers. SOURCES:...
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Episode 9: Cryptid Special: El Chupacabra
The title says it all. Today I will be discussing the Cryptid El Chupacabra, what it is, where it came from, a possible explanation for the creature and so on. SOURCES: https://allthatsinteresting.com/chupacabra All That’s Interesting: “Inside The Chupacabra Legend And Its Stories Of…
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Episode 8: The Wizard of Oz: The Horrors Behind the Scenes
Hello Everyone! Today’s episode is all about the Wizard of Oz and how this beloved classic may have hit a few bumps in the road. SOURCES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTO0mreb8wk Explore With Us Youtube: “The Disturbing Horrors Behind The Wizard Of Oz That’ll RUIN Your Childhood”...
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Episode 7: The Greenbrier Ghost
Y’all remember that one time testimony from a ghost was used in court to convict somebody? Yeah, that’s this case. SOURCES: Morbid Podcast Episode “Episode 337: The Greenbriar Ghost” https://archive.wvculture.org/history/crime/shuearticles.html Archived West Virgina Culture “The Greenbrier Ghost”...
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Episode 6: Peter Pan is Darker than You Remember
Today I will be diving into Peter Pan, as well as the author behind it all: J.M. Barrie, and how Disney really looked at this story through rose-tinted glasses. SOURCES: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/dec/15/peter-pans-dark-side-emerges-with-release-of-original-manuscript The Gaurdian:...
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Episode 5: Cryptid Special: Mothman
This is all about the famous Mothman cryptid, one people have heard about by name, but maybe don’t know the whole story. I start off with the sightings, then I go into the history, the Silver Bridge Collapse, and finally asking the question: Why is he here? SOURCES:...
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Episode 4: The Horror Story Behind Alice in Wonderland
Today’s episode is all about the dark history of a beloved classic: Alice in Wonderland. Was Alice based on a real person? Should Lewis Carroll be beloved as he is today? Find out! SOURCES: BBC Archived: Local Lives- Alice Liddell...
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Episode 3: The Kerry Babies
The horrific death of a baby that leads to a feminist movement in Ireland. SOURCES: they will always be here, even if I don’t mention them in the episode: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-58562437 BBC: Kerry Babies: Remains Exhumed in 1984 Baby Death Investigation Red Handed Podcast Episode...
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Episode 2: The Story of Jurassic Park
Jurassic Park: Books vs Movies and Today’s Science. SOURCES: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/24/1009992648/baby-dinosaur-bones-found-in-the-alaska-arctic-suggest-they-lived-there-year-rou A New Study Suggests Dinosaurs Might Not Be As Cold-Blooded As We Thought...
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Episode 1: The Swamp Angel
⚠️TW⚠️THERE IS MENTION OF SA, PLEASE DONT LISTEN IF YOU AREN’T IN THE RIGHT HEADSPACE. The true crime story of Helen Ruth Spence. SOURCES: Daughter of the White River by Denise White Parkinson. National Library of Medicine. Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette. Morbid Podcast Episode 289: The…
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