Most mysteries can be solved by looking at the facts. But sometimes, the truth lies somewhere in the unknown… Enter the realm of true crime’s most bizarre occurrences, and unravel all the possible explanations. No matter how strange or surreal they get.
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Water’s Edge is a podcast produced by the Inspector-General of Water Compliance, looking at the ins and outs of its recent reports, audits and investigations into the implementation of the Murray Darling Basin Plan. Water’s Edge aims to break-down the information that can be really hard to understand and digest. It’s conversational, informative, and inclusive, speaking to experts in their field so you can be assured the information you’re listening to is up-to-date and accurate. Subscribe to ...
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Before Katrina Lake was the CEO of a public company, she was a student at Harvard Business School learning the craft. Before Peter Thiel built Paypal and eventually his capital empire, he was a lawyer and studied philosophy. Before Charles Hudson become a venture capitalist, managing his own fund at Precursor ventures, he started off as a product management intern in college. A common bind between all these people is that many have gone down a similar path, yet only a few break out like they ...
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Throughout history, people have flocked to certain bodies of water for their healing properties and miraculous cures. From holy grottos to natural springs, magical rivers and mystical lakes, many have said to visit these places to get rid of chronic ailments almost instantaneously. Though what gives many of them their mystical properties remains a …
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When Kristen Lee bought a new home in Bellaire, Ohio, she had no idea she was purchasing one of the most haunted houses in the country. What started as odd noises and footsteps in the attic soon became ghostly apparitions and violent attacks. Eventually, Kristen learned more about the dark history of the home by conducting séances with the spirits …
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From Root of Evil to So Supernatural: AMA with Rasha & Yvette
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42:12Surprise! In this bonus AMA, Rasha and Yvette answer your questions – from honoring the legacy of their mom, Fauna Hodel, to sharing the supernatural moments that shaped their lives. Come for the stories, stay for the sisterhood… and just a touch of the mystical! Chapters: 01:14-07:42 – Can we hear more about what you and your mom experienced? 07:4…
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La Llorona – a haunting figure from Latin folklore – is said to be a ghostly spirit who wanders rivers and waterways, searching for her lost children. With her mournful cries and chilling presence, La Llorona serves as a cautionary tale of maternal love, loss, and the consequences of betrayal. But some believe “The Weeping Woman” is very real and v…
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Since at least the 1980s, the Hudson Valley area of New York has been a hotspot for UFO activity. Here, various crafts have been spotted by hundreds of people, leading many to wonder what's so special about this part of the United States. Some think that underground cave systems might be drawing UFOs in. But with the recent unexplained drone activi…
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In 2012, a series of complex puzzles appeared on the website known as 4Chan. Thousands took to the forums, trying to crack the codes and riddles written by an author known only as Cicada 3301. Some believed the puzzles were a recruitment tool for an unknown organization, others said they were part of a global cult. And while few have seen behind th…
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In 1921, Carroll A. Deering, a five-mastered schooner, was found run aground off Cape Hatteras in North Carolina. While the ship was completely abandoned with no sign of the crew – there were other eerier signs something bizarre had happened. Theories about the crew's fate involved everything from piracy, to mutiny, to falling victim to the Bermuda…
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Formerly known as Mind of A Serial Killer, Killer Minds takes you deep into the psychology of history’s most chilling murderers—from infamous serial killers to ruthless cult leaders, deadly exes, and terrifying spree killers. Every Monday and Thursday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, blend grip…
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Beginning in the early 90s, residents of Taos, New Mexico, began noticing a mysterious and constant hum. While the sound was perceived differently by everyone – all the residents who could hear it agreed – it was loud, disturbing, and driving them mad. Despite an extensive investigation, the source of the hum remains unknown, but theories range fro…
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For decades, people have reported being visited by Black Eyed Children who mysteriously appear unannounced on their doorstep, or trying to get into their vehicles. The encounters don't just leave people feeling uneasy or paranoid – they often cause bad luck and even leave physical symptoms like sudden illness. While their origins are unknown, many …
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In 1995, podiatrist and Ufologist Dr. Roger Lier was introduced to two patients who claimed to have been abducted by extraterrestrials. And both had evidence to prove it – small, seed-sized implants that had been left inside their bodies. Not only did Dr. Lier remove these implants, he sent them to Los Alamos National Laboratories for analysis. And…
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In the 1970s, two nursing students were given a stuffed doll that seemed to take on a life of its own. Not only would they return to find the doll in new positions around the home, soon it began writing them notes. With the help of a medium, the women learned the doll was possessed by the spirit of a little girl named Annabelle. But when the doll's…
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For the ancient Egyptians, magic wasn't a mysterious force – it was part of everyday life. But some of the most powerful rituals and spells were said to be preserved in The Book of Thoth, written by the god of magic himself. According to legend, the book contained everything from how to speak with animals to how to come back from the dead. But its …
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Every Monday, join Vanessa Richardson for a deep dive into thrilling true crime cases from that week in history, linked by a common theme. From serial killers, to mysterious disappearances, to tragic murders, and everything in between, Crime House: the Show covers the foundational events from true crime history, past and present. Tune in to learn t…
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In 2017, cartoonist Adam Ellis began posting a Twitter thread that terrified his followers. He claimed that after a series of horrifying dreams, the ghost of a boy named Dear David was haunting his New York City apartment. What he captured on film convinced people his experience was genuine. But one final tweet made them wonder if Dear David may ha…
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Officially, NASA's Apollo program ended in 1972 with Apollo 17. But in 2007, a leaked video showed the Apollo missions may have continued in secret after all. And their mission wasn't just to put more people on the lunar surface – it was to study ancient alien ruins they had found on the far side of the moon. For a full list of sources, please visi…
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On June 30, 1908, a giant explosion shook the remote forests of Siberia, flattening millions of trees and unleashing a blast heard hundreds of miles away. The Tunguska Event remains one of the most mysterious disasters in recorded history. Despite decades of investigation, the cause of the blast continues to puzzle scientists and fuel speculation –…
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In 1953, 17-year-old Clarita Villanueva was incarcerated in the Philippines. Only a few days into her stay, she began suffering vicious attacks from unseen entities, including bite marks that appeared on her skin out of nowhere. An American pastor led her exorcism, making Clarita's case global news. And to this day, many people believe her story ho…
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Centered around the Glastonbury Mountains of Vermont, the Bennington Triangle has been the site of numerous unexplained disappearances and supernatural phenomena dating back centuries. Everyone from inexperienced college students, to trained outdoorsmen have disappeared in the triangle, alongside reports of strange lights and Bigfoot sightings. Thi…
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For centuries, the Hope Diamond has haunted history with its timeless beauty and its sinister legends. Over the years, it fell into ownership of kings, queens, socialites, and celebrity jewelers, many of whom were supposedly touched by its curse, and met tragic fates. While the diamond is now safely locked away at the Smithsonian Museum in D.C., th…
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Throughout history, Krampus has been seen as the dark and sinister counterpart to old Saint Nicholas. This horned, hoofed, half-human, half-goat creature is known for taking charge of the naughty list, and punishing those that don’t behave. But is Krampus one of a kind? For years, legends of a similar Goatman have popped up all over the world, from…
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In the 1980s, doctors in the United States noticed a bizarre phenomenon happening amongst Southeast Asian refugees. Many of them were having terrifying nightmares that seemed to kill them in their sleep. To this day, dedicated scientists and researchers have been unable to find a distinct cause which has led some to wonder – could Sudden Unexpected…
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In 2009, a mysterious post popped up on internet forums – a series of photographs featuring a sinister entity depicted as a tall, faceless figure in a suit, with elongated limbs and tentacles. Slender Man, as he came to be known, went on to haunt every corner of the internet. And while most thought he was nothing more than an online urban legend, t…
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In November of 2020, a 9-foot-tall metal structure was discovered in a very remote part of the Utah desert. No one was certain how it got there, or who built it, which made it even more perplexing when it disappeared without a trace days later… only to show up in Romania. But this monolith wasn’t one of a kind. Dozens have been popping up all over …
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In 1992, the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C. acquired a mysterious artifact with unclear origins known as the Crystal Skull. It was the size of an average human skull, made of milky white quartz, but more importantly, it was said to hold supernatural powers and ancient wisdom. And it wasn’t the only one… Those who’ve come into contact with th…
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In 2011, the Ammons family moved into a new home in Gary, Indiana – but it wasn’t exactly vacant when they arrived. It was said to be haunted by hundreds of spirits that led to wild paranormal phenomena – like levitation, poltergeist activity and demonic possession. And it wasn’t just the Ammons who witnessed this activity first hand – nurses, doct…
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What makes a serial killer? Mind of a Serial Killer takes you deep into the twisted minds of history’s most notorious serial killers. Every Monday, hosts Vanessa Richardson and Dr. Tristin Engels, a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, combines gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to answer the question - what makes a …
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On March 13, 1997, thousands of witnesses in Phoenix, Arizona, reported seeing a series of bright lights moving silently across the night sky. The phenomenon, known as the Phoenix Lights, sparked speculation about UFOs, military exercises, and secret government experiments. Despite official explanations attributing the lights to flares or military …
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In the 1980s, a mysterious game began popping up in Portland, Oregon, arcades. Players walked away with a variety of strange side effects, from amnesia, to nightmares, to wild hallucinations. But the game vanished as quickly as it appeared, said to be whisked away by agents in black suits. This got many people thinking, was the game, known as Polyb…
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The Salem witch trials involved a series of hearings and prosecutions of people accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts. The trials were characterized by mass hysteria, fear, and superstition. The accusations began with a group of young girls who claimed to be possessed and accused several local women of witchcraft. The trials resulted in t…
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The internet is flooded with stories of someone meeting their exact double – a copy who looks, acts, speaks, even thinks like them, only they seem to have a… supernatural quality to them. Even prominent figures in history, from Catherine the Great to Abraham Lincoln have come into contact with their doppelgängers, making many wonder, are these ghos…
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Hangar 18, a classified facility rumored to exist within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, is believed by some to be a secret storehouse for extraterrestrial technology and artifacts. Conspiracy theories abound regarding what may be housed within its walls, including crashed UFOs, alien bodies, and advanced weaponry. Despite government denia…
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The Yeti, also known as the Abominable Snowman, is a legendary creature said to inhabit the Himalayan mountains of Asia. Described as a large, ape-like creature, the Yeti has captured the imagination of explorers and adventurers for centuries, but conclusive evidence of its existence remains elusive. For a full list of sources, please visit: sosupe…
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In 1994, residents of Oakville, Washington, woke up to find gelatinous blobs had rained down from the sky, covering the area in a strange, gooey substance. The mysterious blobs caused illness and confusion amongst the townspeople, prompting investigations into their origin and composition. Despite efforts to unravel the mystery, the blobs and their…
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Potential for a follow-up trade price reporting investigation by the Inspector-General of Water Compliance audits and investigations team, with new rules now in place under the Water Amendment (Restoring Our Rivers) Act 2023. Mildura water broker, Phil Grahame, offers his view on the importance of a fairly priced water market where participants can…
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This phenomenon involves large groups of people recalling events or details that conflict with historical records. Named after Nelson Mandela, whom many people falsely remember dying in prison during the 1980s, this bizarre phenomenon raises intriguing questions about the nature of memory, reality, and possible alternate universes. We explore the m…
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HAUNTED: Curse of the Crying Boy Paintings
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30:10In 1980s Britain, a series of haunting portraits featuring a tearful little boy were discovered untouched amidst the ashes of devastating house and business fires. While rumors of the subject and the artists' backstory became fodder for the tabloids, there's been no good explanation for why this particular image has managed to survive so many devas…
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On the night of December 29, 1980, Betty Cash, Vickie Landrum, and Vickie's grandson Colby were driving through the woods near Dayton, Texas when they encountered a large, diamond-shaped object being pursued by a handful of military choppers. Hours later, they suffered severe physical side effects, including burns, blisters, and radiation poisoning…
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After his sudden death in 2011, friends and family of Jack Froese received mysterious emails from his account containing personal messages and information only Jack could have known. Dubbed the 'Jack Froese Emails,' these messages have sparked speculation about the afterlife and how modern technology may be a conduit for communicating beyond the gr…
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Field days and surveys – the community’s say on Murray-Darling Basin water management
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35:17In this episode of Water’s Edge: the Murray-Darling Basin community has its say on management and compliance of a precious resource – water. A deep dive into the Inspector-General of Water Compliance’s (IGWC) Community Sentiment Survey conducted by ORIMA Research. Join the IGWC at field days across the Basin where community members share what they'…
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A deep dive into ACT’s water with the Regulatory Leaders Forum
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15:47In this episode of Water’s Edge: a deep dive into ACT’s water with the Inspector-General of Water Compliance's Regulatory Leaders Forum. Inspector-General of Water Compliance, the Honourable Troy Grant, shares how the forum uniting water leaders is progressing. Icon Water shares how they balance water infrastructure and the environment at Canberra'…
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Two water stressed nations with one common vision
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29:13The search for positive water management - storage, treatment, irrigation, and community benefits – leads to the NSW Macquarie region. Inspector-General of Water Compliance Troy Grant takes Pakistan’s High-Commissioner to Australia, His Excellency Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, on a Murray-Darling Basin field trip to share water ideas. Pakistan and Austral…
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A climate for change? What Australia’s Environment Report means for the Murray-Darling Basin
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27:25In this episode of Water’s Edge: if 2023 was a year of climate opposites, then what’s ahead for 2024 and what does it mean for the Murray-Darling Basin? Get the answers from this episode’s guest, Professor Albert Van Dijk from the Australian National University, who led the 2023 Australia’s Environment Report. Plus, the Inspector-General of Water C…
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Working collaboratively: how the ACT is helping Basin water management be more collaborative
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30:25According to the IGWC’s Annual Community sentiment survey, only 15% of people know that the ACT is actually a part of the Murray-Darling Basin. While the ACT makes up a small portion of the Basin compared to other states, it still brings significant economic and environmental benefits to the Basin. In this final episode of season 2 of Water’s Edge,…
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How the community feels about water management in the Basin
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27:2677% of the general population doesn't know whether they live in the Murray-Darling Basin, despite it being the country's largest area of agricultural production - the food bowl producing a third of our food supply. Join us for this episode of Water's Edge, as we learn more fun facts about how people in the Basin feel about water management through …
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Were you at this year's AgQuip? Celebrating 50 years of Australia's largest agricultural field days, the Inspector-General went along for the first time, to speak to people about the work that we do. We also learnt about what some of the issues are in the community and how it's affecting people around water compliance and regulation. We're now head…
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A chat with Grant Barnes from NRAR (Part II)
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23:52Join us for part two of our chat with Grant Barnes from the NSW Natural Resources Access Regulator, and Deputy Inspector-General of Water Compliance Daniel Blacker. The role of the independent Inspector-General of Water Compliance is to deliver trust and transparency in the management of Murray-Darling Basin resources, and ensure the highest standa…
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A chat with Grant Barnes from NRAR (Part I)
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24:54The role of the independent Inspector-General of Water Compliance is to deliver trust and transparency in the management of Murray-Darling Basin resources, and ensure the highest standard of accountability for all involved in the use and management of Basin resources. Often, the role of the Inspector-General is confused with the role of state agenc…
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Join us for our first edition of our special Water's Edge: Myth Busting episodes. In this first myth busting episode, we discuss the current buybacks process, and answer your questions about what it is, why it's happening, and how it's being rolled out. If you have any special requests for a myth busting episode, we want to hear from you! Email IGW…
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The significance of the Barmah Choke and how it affects water trading
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13:54Recently the Inspector-General of Water Compliance Troy Grant paid a visit to the Barmah Choke. The Choke is located on the border of Victoria and NSW just north of Echuca, and has the lowest flow in any stretch of the River Murray. The Inspector-General was there meeting with community members to learn more about the Choke and its significance in …
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