In this chilling episode, Krystian dives deep into the heart of imperial mystery with a haunting exploration of The Forbidden City—a palace shrouded in secrecy, power, and ancient whispers. As he unearths dark legends and eerie encounters behind the palace walls, you'll question what history didn't tell us.

Then, Stacy takes us to the quiet streets of 1960s Michigan, where a terrifying shadow loomed. She unravels the twisted case of the Ypsilanti Ripper, a serial killer who left a trail of fear—and unanswered questions.

Two tales. One packed episode. Mystery meets mayhem in the most unexpected ways.

Show Notes

Forbidden City

Bizarre Globe Hopper's story on The Forbidden City

Smart History's website on the city

The Little House of Horror's website

Wikipedia's site for the city

Ypsilanti Ripper

Fox 2 Detroit New's article

Fox 2 Detroit article 2

Fox 2 Detroit's Video on the story

Youtube video on the story

Youtube video 2

Mary's welcome page

In this chilling double feature, we journey from the blood-soaked stone walls of Edinburgh Castle, where centuries of war, betrayal, and torture have left more than just a historical legacy—ghosts still whisper in the dungeons. Then we head deep into the icy heart of Norway’s Isdalen Valley, where the mysterious death of an unidentified woman—now known only as The Isdal Woman—has baffled investigators for over 50 years. Was she a spy, a runaway, or something even more sinister?

Join us as we unravel two haunting tales—one rooted in ancient battlefields, the other buried in Cold War secrecy. Secrets, shadows, and spine-tingling revelations await in this unforgettable episode of Humor, Haunts, and Homicide.

Show Sources-

Edinburgh Castle

• ​1. Historic Environment Scotland. Edinburgh Castle: Official Guidebook. Edinburgh, 2021.
• ​2. Tabraham, Chris. Edinburgh Castle: The Official Souvenir Guide. Historic Scotland, 2017.
• ​ 3. Mackenzie, Peter. Traditions of Edinburgh. Edinburgh, 1824.
• ​ 4. The Scotsman. “The Haunting History of Edinburgh Castle.” Accessed 2024.
• ​ 5. Paranormal Database. “Edinburgh Castle Ghost Sightings and Reports.”
• ​ 6. British Paranormal Society. “Hauntings of Edinburgh Castle: A Paranormal Investigation.”
• ​ 7. The National Trust for Scotland. “The Lang Siege and Mary, Queen of Scots.”

The Ice Valley Mystery

1. BBC News – "The Isdal Woman: Norway’s most mysterious death." (Available online)

2. The Bergen Police Archives – Investigative files and reports from 1970.

3. Norwegian Institute of Forensic Sciences – DNA analysis and forensic reports, 2006.

4. “The Isdal Woman: A Cold Case,” by Norwegian Police Department – Various investigative reports from 1970-1980s.

5. "The Woman in the Ice Valley," by William H. Lee, 2017 – A book analyzing theories and investigative leads.

• ​Isdal Woman - Wikipedia
• ​'Major breakthrough' in Norway's 46-year-old Isdal woman mystery - BBC News
• ​Isdal Woman - The True Crime Database Membership

In this eerie episode, we uncover the haunted history of Mackinac Island—where ghostly soldiers, phantom footsteps, and historic hotels keep the past alive. Then, we dive into one of true crime’s most chilling cold cases: the 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short, better known as the Black Dahlia. With shocking details, endless theories, and a mystery that still haunts Hollywood, this episode blends the paranormal with the unsolved. Are these stories just legends—or is something darker at play?

Show Sources-

Mackinaw Island

• Mackinac Island State Park - Mackinac State Historic Parks Website

• Ghosts of Mackinac Island - The Ghost Hunter's Guide to Mackinac Island, by Tracie S. Wilson
• Mackinac Island Hauntings - Haunted Michigan, by Lisa A. Shield
• The Grand Hotel’s Paranormal History - Haunted Hotels of Michigan, by Holly A. Brundage
• Historic Mackinac Island - Mackinac Island: The History of a Michigan Icon, by Richard M. Behrens
• Mackinac Island Cemetery Stories - Michigan's Haunted Cemeteries, by Denny J. C. Johnson

Black Dahlia Murder-

• https://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/black-dahlia
• https://www.novelsuspects.com/articles/a-brief-history-of-the-black-dahlia/

In this chilling St. Patrick’s Day episode, we’re diving into two hauntingly unforgettable stories. First, we take you inside the infamous Tower of London, where centuries of executions, betrayals, and ghostly apparitions have left an eerie mark on history. From the tragic fate of Anne Boleyn to the restless spirits said to roam its ancient halls, we uncover the dark past and paranormal legends of one of the world’s most haunted landmarks.

Then, we shift to a modern tragedy that changed a nation—the murder of Matthew Shepard. We explore the heartbreaking story of a young man whose brutal death in 1998 became a catalyst for change, sparking a movement against hate crimes. Through the details of the case, the trial, and the powerful legacy left behind, we reflect on how Matthew’s story continues to resonate today.

Get ready for a mix of eerie history and true crime that will leave you thinking long after the episode ends.

Show Sources:

Tower of London

• ​Anne Boleyn
• ​Tower of London
• ​Henry VIII

Matthew Shepard

• ​Matthew Shepard Wikipedia
• ​Matthewshepard.org
• ​Them.us
• ​The Guardian’s website on Matthew

On today's episode, we start our banter by discussing the hot mess known as Casey Anthony and her new Tik Tok account. We will also dive into our psychotic ways when we play video games together as a group.

Then Krystian will share the twisted history of Michigan's First State Prison in Jackson, Michigan.

After that, Stacy will blow your mind with the demented tale of Kelly Cochran.

Show Sources-

Michigan's First State Prison-

• Ghost Files from the Mitten - Jackson State Prison
• Pure Michigan's Website on the prison
• Michigan.org's article on the prison's hauntings

Kelly Cochran-

• abcnews.go.com's article
• Oxygentruecrime's article
• The Lady Killers Season 1 Ep. 9

Were back bitches! This time, we have a different format with the addition to 3 new Co-Hosts. Humor, Haunts, and Homicide is ecstatic to introduce you to your new Co-Hosts... Dylan Compton, Stacy Garcia and Krystian Garcia! With four fresh perspectives on spooky storytelling, we can't wait to bring you many more laughs and chills to keep you guessing!

Show Sources-

Hawthorne Hotel-

• ​Historic Hotel's Article
• ​Ghost Stories - Hawthorne Hotel - Historic Hotels of America
• ​The Hawthorne Hotel's "Haunted" Room #325 - The Set-Up
• ​Haunted Hawthorne Hotel, Salem, Massachusetts
• ​Salem's Haunted Hawthorne Hotel - US Ghost Adventures
• ​The Haunted Hawthorne Hotel - Salem Ghost Tours

"Crazy Bill"-

• ​Murderpedia
• ​William Darrell Lindsey's Wikipedia Page
• ​Wickedwe.com's article on "Crazy Bill"

Hi friends! It has been almost 8 months since our last story telling session. We will be back and with a revamped, but familiar format. We have bittersweet news and we have exciting news. All that and more to come.

Check out our website at humorhauntsandhomicide.com for easter eggs.

Scare ya soon ;-)

On today's episode, we celebrate our 20th episode and our season finale by sharing our story "Swapisode" with all of you. This week, Josh and Renee chose each other's stories that they have been wanting the other to cover. Don't worry, the dynamic duo will return on Tuesday, August 6th for more thrills and chills.

Before we leave you for a little "summer hiatus", Renee tells "Josh's Pick" for the terrifying tale of the "Blood Queen" herself, Elizabeth Bathory. Then, Josh shares "Renee's Pick" about the extremely sad and dark tale of the bed and breakfast... The Lemp Mansion. This is one episode you DON'T want to miss!

Sources-

WTF Stories-

• https://www.legit.ng/ask-legit/1531956-craziest-florida-man-headlines-meme-alive/

Elizabeth Bathory-

• https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/30381209-4d12-4c82-ba16-5bde361156c9/episodes/0f816f32-6968-4408-b37f-751b79d3bfcb/MORBIDEPISODE-51-COUNTESS-ELIZABETH-BATHORY?ref=dm_sh_G7qDGUPeWo0CxBXhvMRlHQ6qu

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_B%C3%A1thory
• https://www.biography.com/crime/elizabeth-bathory

The Lemp Mansion-

• https://www.lempmansion.com/isithaunted.htm

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lemp_Mansion?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1kChSlcQP996in6lLSKfad6gWhYD68xF7uaQTIPSVINZrkYDebCd-c01M_aem_NozX_4ABQW7HpN6_ZfRjEw#In_popular_culture
• https://www.legendsofamerica.com/mo-lempmansion/