Twisted and Mysterious

Twisted and Mysterious

por Sarah and Faren Bearowitz

Crímenes Verdaderos

Mother God and the Galactic Mess: The Love Has Won Cult

She was Jesus. She was Marilyn Monroe. She was Cleopatra, Joan of Arc, Queen Elizabeth, and—at one point—the queen of Lemuria. Oh, and Donald Trump was her dad in a past life, and Robin Williams was her spirit guide. Welcome to Love Has Won, the New Age cult so bizarre it makes most conspiracy theories look like light reading. This week on Twisted and Mysterious, we unravel the psychedelic doctrine, livestream meltdowns, and dangerous control tactics of Amy Carlson, aka “Mother God.” From crystal healing and 5D ascension to a shocking and glitter-covered ending, this story is a wild ride through delusion, devotion, and what happens when spiritual TikTok energy turns into a full-blown cult. It’s mysticism meets manipulation—with a side of galactic insanity. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

Neglected to Death: The Lacey Fletcher Case

This week on Twisted and Mysterious, Faren takes us into one of the most haunting and heartbreaking cases we've ever covered: the tragic death of Lacey Fletcher. For years, Lacey lived in almost complete isolation inside her parents' home—what investigators would later describe as a scene of unimaginable neglect. In 2022, authorities made a discovery that shocked even the most seasoned professionals. We explore Lacey's background, the chilling circumstances of her death, the role her parents played, and the questions this case raises about mental health, guardianship, and accountability. Please note: this episode contains graphic descriptions and may be distressing to some listeners. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

The Murder of Michelle Martinko: Justice, Decades Later

In December 1979, 18-year-old Michelle Martinko was found brutally stabbed to death in her family’s Buick, parked outside a shopping mall in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The attack was personal, violent — and seemingly without motive. With no robbery, no sexual assault, and no obvious suspects, Michelle’s murder baffled investigators for decades. But while the case went cold, the rumors didn’t. Especially about her ex-boyfriend Andy, who raised eyebrows when he reportedly climbed into her casket at the funeral, sobbing and begging to know who Michelle really loved. Was he a heartbroken teen… or something more sinister? In this episode, we follow the tangled threads of the investigation — from high school gossip and suspicious behavior to the decades-later DNA breakthrough involving a discarded straw that finally brought justice for Michelle. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

Borley Rectory: The Most Haunted House or Just the Most Dramatic?

If you've ever wanted to hear about a haunting that included a ghost nun, flying bricks, and a rector's wife possibly faking poltergeist activity to cover up an affair, welcome to the Borley Rectory! In this episode of Twisted and Mysterious, we dive into the messiest haunting in England's history. With wall scribbles, self-moving objects, and a psychic researcher who treated ghost hunting like a stage show, Borley has it all. But was it truly haunted...or just a 1930s soap opera with paranormal flair? either way, the drama is very real. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

Michael Wayne McGray: Canada’s Cross-Country Killer

In this episode of Twisted and Mysterious, we dive into the chilling case of Michael Wayne McGray—a Canadian serial killer whose crimes stretched across provinces and spanned decades. From hitchhiking horror stories to grim confessions behind bars, McGray's case is as disturbing as it is baffling. Along the way, we discovered an unsettling coincidence: one of your hosts (hi, it’s me—Sarah) shares a birthday with McGray—July 11. That doesn’t mean anything… probably. But after recapping murder after murder, it started to feel a bit like he just treated these like regular Saturday night activities. We close the episode with some twisted trivia about zodiac signs and serial killers—and guess what? Cancer and Pisces are two of the top four signs most commonly associated with them. So between Sarah (Cancer) and Faren (Pisces), let’s just say… we’re keeping an eye on each other. It’s dark, it’s weird, and just a little too close to home. Hit play and let’s get into it.

Alfred Packer: Hunger Games, Rocky Mountain Edition

In 1874, a group of 21 men set off into Colorado's unforgiving San Juan Mountains in search of gold. On one man, Alfred Packer, stumbled back out, looking suspiciously well-fed. This week on Twisted and Mysterious, we chew over the legendary tale of the so-called Colorado Cannibal: Was he a hapless guide just trying to survive? Or the hungriest tour leader in history? Join us for a tale of snowstorms, shady storytelling, and the only man in U.S. history whose name because both courtroom fodder and a cafeteria punchline. Important reminder: You should only consider cannibalism if you're truly in dire straits...and even then, do not eat the band Dire Straits. Mark Knopfler is off the menu. Warning: This episode includes discussions of cannibalism, death, and survival under extreme conditions. Listener discretion is advised.

The Strange Death of Phoebe Handsjuk

In 2010, 24-year-old Phoebe Handsjuk was found dead at the bottom of a garbage chute in a luxury Melbourne apartment building. Authorities quickly ruled her death a tragic accident—but the details of the scene raised far more questions than answers. Who climbs into a garbage chute feet-first? Why were her injuries so inconsistent with the official story? And why didn’t police check for signs of life, collect evidence, or secure the scene like a potential crime? This week, we unravel the haunting and highly debated timeline of Phoebe’s final days and explore the unusual circumstances surrounding her death. Was Phoebe’s death truly a bizarre accident… or something more sinister? Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

The Yogurt Shop Murders: Justice Still Waiting

Four teenage girls, a strip mall frozen yogurt shop, and one of the most haunting unsolved cases in Texas history. In this episode, we dive deep into the 1991 Austin Yogurt Shop Murders—and the tangled mess of false confessions, unanswered questions, and lingering grief left in their wake. We also take a quick detour into mall nostalgia (raise your hand if you miss Sam Goody) and the surprisingly dramatic lawsuit between TCBY and I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt. But at the heart of it all is a call for change: why police reform must include trained mental health professionals in interrogations—especially when lives and justice are on the line. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

Bodies, Lies, and D.A.R.E. Flashbacks: The Sean Lannon Case

This week Faren takes us deep into the disturbing case of Sean Lannon—a man from New Mexico who confessed to multiple murders, including his own ex-wife. There were bodies in a truck. Multiple states involved. And somehow… no one smelled anything? We also talk about how we retained absolutely nothing from the D.A.R.E. program, how Faren once did smell decomp on Easter Sunday, and how addiction is a serious issue that deserves compassion—not just judgements. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

Mothman: Harbinger of Doom...or Misunderstood Goth Pigeon?

Point Pleasant, West Virginia. 1966. Something with wings, glowing red eyes, and a flair for the dramatic started terrorizing locals--and just might have predicted a major tragedy. But was Mothman a warning? A menace? A misunderstood cryptid trying to mind his mothy business? This week, we're trading unsolved disappearances for winged weirdness, diving deep(ish) into the legend of Mothman. We'll cover the original sightings, the bridge collapse, the Men in Black (yes, those ones), and the lasting cultural impact of a creature who just might be the world's most ominous influencer. Spoiler alert: there's a Mothman statue (with killer abs), a festival, and possibly a government cover-up. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts and consider subscribing to the show. You can find us on social media @twistedandmysterious and email us at twistedandmysteriouspodcast@gmail.com.

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