Curious Conversations w Karli & Mandy

Ep51- Bad Undertaker: When Death Care Goes Wrong

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 22:15:52 -0400

In this week's episode, we talk about death care methods, a couple of really disturbing death industry no-no's, and share our insight on end-of-life preferences.

Ep50- Cults: Cats, Koolaid, & a Corpse

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 20:45:48 -0400

This week we talk about some of our "favorite" cults. Come along to hear all about cats, KoolAid, and the creepiest corpse story you've ever heard.

Ep49-Bystander Effect: Why Did 38 People Watch Her Die?

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:25:39 -0400

This is the story of Kitty Genovese who was murdered in 1964 outside of her apartment building. The New York Times later reported that 38 bystanders did nothing while her killer attacked her twice, with 30 minutes between each attack. Why did this happen?

Ep48- Vanished: The Search for Keeslyn Roberts Pt3

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 19:11:32 -0400

This week we have Connie Hall Scott (from The Talk with Connie and guest on Crime Stories with Nancy Grace) back with us as well as Tamela Painter Parker, whose family was recently highlighted on Real Murders of Atlanta. The three of us talk about the events that occurred after Keeslyn's disappearance. We also discuss details we received from a few intermediaries and I share about being on the ground looking for clues as to where she might be.

Ep47- Vanished: The Search for Keeslyn Roberts Pt2

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 21:00:32 -0400

This week we talk with Connie Hall Scott about her work on the case and her recent appearance on the Nancy Grace Show. Together, we dig into a leaked timeline and key events that led up to Keeslyn's disappearance, including some opportunities missed by law enforcement and possible reasons why no one is coming forth with information.

Ep46- Vanished: The Search for Keeslyn Roberts

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 22:12:29 -0400

In January of 2020, Keeslyn Noelle Roberts walked out of the back door of the Flying J Truck Stop in Resaca, Ga and hasn't been seen since. 5 years later she is still missing, leaving a family and entire community with broken hearts. In this episode, we discuss the details of the day she went missing.

Ep45- Natalia Grace

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:55:47 -0400

You might have heard about Natalia, the girl from Ukraine who, after being adopted by an American family, had her age legally changed from 7 to 22. How did this all come about, how old was she really, and where is she now?

Ep44- It’s All Fungi and Games Until… | The Erin Patterson Story

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 23:27:51 -0500

Family dinner.

3 Dead.

1 in critical condition.

1 on trial.

What happened???

#mushroomsociety #mushroomlove #mushroomforaging #beefwellington #mushroomlovers #Curiousconversations #erinpatterson #DeathCap #fungi

Ep43- Girl In the Basement | The Story of Elisabeth Fritzel

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:09:28 -0500

This week we plunge into the harrowing story of Elisabeth Fritzel who spent 24 years of her adult life locked inside a basement while her family lived above her, completely unaware that she was there.

#elisabethfritzel #joseffritzel #truecrime #captive #podcastepisode #truecrimefan

Ep42- Tell Them You Love Me

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 10:54:22 -0500

In this episode, we discuss the controversial methods behind Facilitated Communication by exploring the popular Netflix documentary, Tell Them You Love Me.

#curious #podcast #podcastepisode #listennow #netflixseries #documentary #truestory #cerebralpalsy #disability

Ep41- Man in the Magic Hat | The Jessica Gutierrez Story

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 21:52:59 -0500

In this week's episode, we revisit a 1980's missing persons case which recently saw some activity when an arrest was made.

Ep40- McCurious

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:22:52 -0500

A hold up, a haunting, and adult happy meals. This week we discuss all things McCurious about one of your favorite fast food joints. #mcdonalds #curious #hauntedstories #haunted #crime #podcast #foryou #happymeal

Ep39- Menendez Brothers

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 17:42:31 -0500

A case that has been lingering for 40 years on the verge of being reopened. What role does social media play and what went wrong that led to the need for a retrial? Join us as we welcome Connie Hall Scott, who will answer these questions and more.

Ep38- Land to Sea

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:21:25 -0500

Could you live on a boat? For Shane & Karli, it was an easy yes as they left their 9-5 jobs in search of adventure.

Ep37- The Big Easy

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 21:00:34 -0400

This week we are talking about culture, food, music, and festivals as we discuss our time spent in New Orleans. From voodoo spells to an escort out of a pub, we hold nothing back in this episode!

Ep36- Labor Day Happy Hour Special

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 22:28:15 -0400

Ever wonder which US cities are the drunkest? We have! In this episode, we are chatting about all things drinking related, including some storytelling from our younger days.

Ep35- Gypsy Rose

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 20:55:44 -0400

Gypsy Rose Blanchard. A cold-blooded killer? Or a child in need of rescue? This week, we catch up on what Gypsy is up to and discuss our thoughts on this curious story.

Ep34- Scientology

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 21:08:37 -0400

In this week's episode, we're diving into Scientology. We'll explore its origins and chat about Mandy's brief experience with the movement.

#curiouscontent #podcast #podcastepisode #curiousconversations #interview #scientology

Ep33- McDonalds Massacre

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 21:28:55 -0400

This week we discuss the 1984 McDonalds Massacre that claimed 21 lives and left the entire city of San Ysidro in shock. We also visit the 2016 documentary, 77 Minutes, which lays out the details of this horrific crime in a less-than-tasteful way.

Ep32- Growing Up Nautical

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 22:31:24 -0400

Join us this week as we sit down with Shane Townshend, who opens up about the challenging yet extraordinary experience of growing up in poverty while living on a sailboat. Discover how this unconventional upbringing shaped his outlook on life, taught him resilience, and imparted invaluable lessons about the true meaning of wealth.

Ep31- Dreams

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 19:18:45 -0400

This week we discuss the fascinating world of dreams. From symbolism to understanding the complexities of the human mind, we explore this topic and share some dreams that might keep us up at night.

Ep30- Taming the Wild

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 22:10:24 -0400

This week we are discussing wild animals living in captivity. Join us as we look at the evolution of the safari and share stories of encounters with the tamed wild...and then there's that Tiger King fella. :)

Ep29- Prison Librarian

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 20:16:36 -0400

Prison Librarian, an occupation we didn't know existed. In this week's episode we interview Sam Ward, who shares the details of what the job entails.

Ep28- Lunatic Asylum: Central State Hospital

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:54:53 -0400

Originally called Georgia State Lunatic, Idiot, and Epileptic Asylum, Central State Hospital was once home to more than 12,000 patients and was the state’s largest facility for treatment of mental illness and developmental disabilities. It is now a ghost-town of dilapidated buildings, each housing its sad, dark history. In this episode, we discuss stories from past patients and our recent visit to the abandoned, fourth capital city of Georgia, Milledgeville.

Ep27- ManVsBear

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 22:52:52 -0400

Join us as we dive deep into the popular trending question: would you rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear? This hypothetical, and often controversial, question has sparked much debate. In this episode, we discuss both sides of the topic and some of the most popular answers out there.

Ep26- Wilderness Survival

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:18:13 -0400

Could you survive in the wilderness without gear or food? In this episode, we discuss everything from apocalyptic survival techniques to basic self-preservation instincts.

Ep25- Stalking

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 22:50:10 -0400

In this episode, we discuss stalking based on a popular Netflix original series titled Baby Reindeer.

Ep24- 3 Picks: Jobs

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 23:47:01 -0400

Ever had a job you love? What about a job you hate? We've had both and are sharing all the details!

Ep23- 6 Month Review

Sun, 02 Jun 2024 20:26:19 -0400

We are six months in and reflecting on this incredible journey. Join us as we share some of our favorite moments and find out just which episode has the highest number of downloads...and which episode has the lowest. Will it be one of your favorites?

Ep22- Roadtrip Curiosities

Sun, 26 May 2024 23:05:21 -0400

Coleslaw wrestling, nude beaches, and an island full of monkeys. Road trips to Florida never disappoint!

Ep21- DocuObsessed- Don't Pick Up The Phone

Sun, 19 May 2024 21:31:55 -0400

This week we are bringing back our DocuObsessed series with one that is a little hard to believe. This is all about a hoax that went way further than we ever expected. What began as a single phone call quickly became one of the most twisted scams that changed the lives of its victims forever.

Ep20- 3 Picks: Books

Sun, 12 May 2024 22:57:58 -0400

Here's our 3 picks!

This week we are talking about books. Not just any books though. We are sharing one favorite book of all time, one book that was not what we expected it to be, and one book that we found to be life-changing.

Ep19- Near Death Transformation

Mon, 06 May 2024 11:39:52 -0400

This week, Mandy sits down with Hope Holloway, who underwent a profound transformation following a life-threatening accident.

Ep18- DocuObsessed- Tell Me Who I Am

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 20:33:03 -0400

This week we are back with another DocuObsessed episode- this time all about the Netflix original titled, Tell Me Who I Am.

In this documentary, Alex trusts his twin, Marcus, to tell him about his past after he loses his memory. But Marcus is hiding a dark family secret.

Join us as we dig into the moral dilemma presented in this strange and curious situation.

Ep17- Curious Collections

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:06:10 -0400

Do you have any strange, curious, or odd collections? You know we do!! And we discovered that we aren't the only ones.

In this week's episode, we learn about the origins of collecting and why we can't get enough of it. Plus, we share a little about what we collect and ask our listeners to do the same!

Ep16- SleepStalking

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 20:56:52 -0400

Ever wondered about the eerie realm of sleepwalking? Check out this week's episode where we peel back the covers on this fascinating phenomenon and uncover its darker side.

Ep15- Stocking Strangler

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 22:21:53 -0400

This week we interview Terri Cox, who lived in Columbus, Georgia in the 70s and faced a reality that most never will. Her hometown was being tormented by a serial killer, one who murdered three elderly women in Columbus, one in Syracus, New York, and is suspected to have killed at least four more. Tune in to learn more about the Stocking Strangler.

Ep14- We Do Recover

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 21:15:54 -0400

In this powerful episode, Mandy interviews Gayla Allen, who bravely shares her journey from the depths of addiction to a life of sobriety and fulfillment.

#WeDoRecover

Ep13- Curiously True (Crime)

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 20:56:31 -0400

This week's episode delves into the depths of a chilling and little-known murder that shook the community of Calhoun, Georgia. Join us as we peel back the layers of secrecy and intrigue surrounding a heinous crime that unfolded within the seemingly ordinary confines of a popular fast-food restaurant.

Ep12- True Crime Pen Pals

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:24:40 -0400

Have you ever had a pen pal? What about one with a very dark past? In this week's episode, we discuss pen pals, serial killers, and what happens when you mix the two; featuring Curious Conversations co-host Mandy Cantrell and some very curious letters.

Ep11- Suddenly Sick

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 21:51:25 -0400

This week we interview Amie Tatro, who woke up one morning with no idea who or where she was. This story begins with a happy wife, mom, and novel writer and takes a dark turn full of confusion and an eerie diagnosis.

Ep10- Brain Interrupted

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:40:08 -0500

We aren't talking about the usual brain fog. This week we are talking about life-altering circumstances when brain function is completely interrupted. You don't want to miss these unusual stories, including an interview with life coach and brain injury survivor, Tiffany Garigan.

Ep9- Strange Animal Behavior

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 19:34:40 -0500

Ever been curious about the odd behaviors of animals? Yep, us too. From frisky frogs to kind, old possum pals, join us as we discuss strange animal behaviors.

Ep8- Corpsewood

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 20:00:34 -0500

Ever heard of the Corpsewood Manor murders?

A castle in the woods, vials of LSD, premonitions revealed through a dream, the church of satan.

This real-life story is truly bizarre.

Ep7- DocuObsessed- Identical Strangers

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 19:15:14 -0500

This week we are talking about a 2018 documentary about triplets who were separated at birth as part of an experiment about Nature vs Nurture.

Ep6- Experimental Execution Part 2

Sun, 04 Feb 2024 19:28:04 -0500

Here's part 2 of our series where we dive into the controversial case of Kenneth Smith. We will explore the unprecedented use of nitrogen hypoxia in his execution, unraveling the ethical dilemmas and scientific intricacies surrounding this experimental method of capital punishment.

Ep5- Experimental Execution Part 1

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 18:48:15 -0500

Join us for this 2-part series as we dive into the controversial case of Kenneth Smith. We will explore the unprecedented use of nitrogen hypoxia in his execution, unraveling the ethical dilemmas and scientific intricacies surrounding this experimental method of capital punishment.

Ep4- Curious Products

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:28:12 -0500

From companies with bizarre beginnings to products you could probably live without but won't want to. Here's this week's episode of Curious Conversations!

Ep3- Roadside Attractions

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 20:14:02 -0500

Who doesn't love a good road trip? We sure do- especially when there are plenty of stops at roadside attractions!! Join us as we discuss some of our favorites.

Ep2- Curious Encounters

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 19:38:08 -0500

This week we bring Connie Hall Scott to the mic as we discuss some pretty curious encounters.

Segment 1 Celebrity Encounters- we are discussing those rubbing-elbows moments...and maybe one, much-regretted, snub!

Segment 2 Paranormal Encounters- ever experienced something you just can't explain? We have!!!

Segment 3 Memorable Guest Encounters- On this part of the show, we ask Connie about the most memorable guest on her WDNN talkshow, The Talk With Connie.

Intro- Growing Up Curious

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 19:40:32 -0500

Welcome to an incredible journey of curiosity. We hope you enjoy this episode, Growing Up Curious, where we discuss why we love all things curious and why this will quickly become one of your go-to podcast listens.

Be sure to subscribe and we can't wait to chat with you soon!