Cars of the Macabre
Fasten your seatbelts as we delve into the dark and haunted automotive world of Cars of the Macabre. Prepare for a challenging journey of true crime, paranormal tales and urban legends. From serial killers and cult leaders to the haunted and the cursed; you will never look at your car in the same way again... Hosted by Allie & Helen, brought to you by Park Lane Studios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
177 - Spooky Chat 28 - Haunted Caravans, Campsites, and Castles
From eerie campsites to haunted caravans and castles, paranormal activity seems to follow wherever people seek rest. In this chilling episode of Cars of the Macabre, we explore spine-tingling tales of ghostly encounters on lonely campground…
176 - The Haunting Disappearance of the Jamison Family
In October 2009, the Jamison family vanished without a trace in the remote Oklahoma mountains. Their abandoned truck was discovered with wallets, phones, cash, and their dog left behind — but no sign of Bobby, Sherilynn, or Madyson. Years l…
175 - Spooky Chat 27 - Lost in Time: Time Slips, Alien Abductions, and Interdimensional Encounters
Step into the unknown as Cars of the Macabre explores chilling cases of time slips, missing time experiences, and spatial disorientation. From alien abductions and military encounters to eerie reports of people struck by beams of light in f…
174 - Aileen Wuornos – Part 2: Trial, Verdict & Media Circus
In Part 2 of our Aileen Wuornos deep dive, Cars of the Macabre explores the courtroom chaos that followed America's most infamous female serial killer. From the intense trial and shocking verdict to her defense attorney’s bizarre media anti…
173 - Aileen Wuornos – Part 1: From Broken Childhood to Murder
In Part 1 of our Cars of the Macabre special, we trace the disturbing path of Aileen Wuornos — from her abusive and chaotic upbringing to the string of murders that would make her one of America’s most infamous serial killers.We explore her…
173 - Spooky Chat 26: Embarrassing Encounters, Ink & Engines Festival, Upcoming Paranormal Series & More…
Join us for a laid-back Spooky Chat on Cars of the Macabre! We share embarrassing stories (including meeting Professor Green), celebrate the amazing Ink & Engines Festival, and give a sneak peek at our upcoming spooky series. Expect laughte…
172 - Dragged Into Darkness: The Murder of James Byrd Jr.
In this haunting episode of Cars of the Macabre, we explore one of the most horrific hate crimes in modern American history—the brutal 1998 murder of James Byrd Jr. in Jasper, Texas. James Byrd, a Black man, was offered a ride by three whit…
171 - Spooky Chat 25 - Toe Jam & Flickering Lights: Paranormal Shenanigans Across the World
Join Helen and Allie for another hilarious episode of Cars of the Macabre, where paranormal tales get a seriously silly twist. This week, they dive into Rose West’s disturbing toe jam, Helen’s mysterious ability to make lights flicker, and …
170 - Vanished in the Night: The Mysterious Disappearance of Brandon Swanson
In this chilling episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie delve into the baffling disappearance of 19-year-old Brandon Swanson, who vanished without a trace on a rural road in Minnesota in 2008. After calling his parents for help whe…
170 - Spooky Chat 24 - Fear Street, Clowns & Cocktails: Macabre Musings from the Tim Burton Exhibition
In this episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie take you on a deliciously dark detour through all things creepy and curious. Fresh from the Tim Burton Exhibition, the duo dish on the eerie art, underwhelming gift shop merch, and som…
169 - Terror in the Midwest: The Michigan Murders & John Norman Collins
In this chilling episode of Cars of the Macabre, hosts Allie and Helen unravel the terrifying true story of the Michigan Murders and the man behind them—John Norman Collins. Between 1967 and 1969, a series of brutal killings shocked the col…
168 - Spooky Chat #23: The Top 10 Conspiracy Theories That Refuse to Die
In this gripping episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie dive deep into the world's most enduring and chilling conspiracy theories. From the eerie "Dead Internet Theory" to the controversies surrounding 9/11 and Princess Diana's tra…
167 - The Curse of Von Dutch: Death, Deceit & the Trucker Hat Empire
In this episode of Cars of the Macabre, we unravel the rise and spectacular fall of Von Dutch, the iconic 2000s fashion brand that went from Hollywood elite to cultural punchline. But behind the rhinestones and trucker hats lies a darker st…
166 - Spooky Chat 22: Top 10 Famous Ghosts (And Our Plan to Take Over the Country in Pink Tanks)
In this hilariously haunted episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie count down the Top 10 most famous ghosts in history and pop culture — from King Hamlet's ghost in Shakespeare to the Flying Dutchman, the Murdered Peddler, and even…
165 - The Kray Twins: London's Most Notorious Gangsters
Step into the dark underworld of 1960s London with Cars of the Macabre as we explore the chilling story of Ronnie and Reggie Kray, the infamous Kray Twins. From their rise to power in the East End to their reign of terror through violence, …
164 - Spooky Chat 21: Tentacles, Thug Rabbits & Haunted Everything – Ghosts, Gore & WTF Galore!
Helen and Allie are back with a wild ride of an episode you won't want to miss. From thug rabbits terrorizing the neighbourhood to an HMV-fueled nostalgia trip, it's all downhill (or uphill?) from there. We’re talking Emma Schmidt's chillin…
163 - The Tragic Story of Gabby Petito | True Crime & Van Life Mystery
In this episode of Cars of the Macabre, we take a deep dive into the heartbreaking case of Gabby Petito, the 22-year-old travel vlogger whose van life adventure with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, turned into a nationwide true crime mystery.We…
162 - Spooky Chat #20 - Bedlam & Beyond: The Dark History of UK Asylums
Step into the shadowy past of Britain’s asylums with Helen and Allie as they uncover the chilling history of Bedlam and beyond. From the 17th and 18th centuries, women were often wrongfully confined under the guise of mental illness, subjec…
161 - Haunted Hollywood: Ghostly Tales of the Chateau Marmont
Step beyond the velvet ropes of Hollywood’s most infamous hotel—the Chateau Marmont. Hosts Helen and Allie explore the eerie legends, ghostly encounters, and tragic tales that have cemented this LA landmark’s haunted reputation. From spectr…
160 Spooky Chat #19 - Legends of Fear: Hook Man, Slender Man & Haunted Tales of England
In this chilling episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie dive deep into some of the world’s most infamous urban legends and ghostly tales. Discover the eerie origins of the Hook Man Killer and the terrifying rise of Slender Man. The…
159 - Left for Dead: The Unbelievable Survival of Mary Vincent
In this gripping episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie recount the harrowing true story of Mary Vincent—a teenage hitchhiker who survived a brutal attack that shocked the nation. Against all odds, Mary not only escaped with her li…
158 - Spooky Chat 18: UK’s Strangest Laws – You Won’t Believe These!
Ever heard of a law that bans handling salmon suspiciously? Or one that makes it illegal to be drunk in a pub? This week on Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie take a detour from the eerie and the unexplained to explore some of the UK’s mo…
157 - Stripped: The Hustlers Story
Join Helen and Allie as they uncover the real story behind Hustlers. From the strip clubs of New York to the courtroom drama, they dig deep into the lives of Rosie Keo and Samantha Barbash—two women who blurred the lines between ambition an…
156 - Spooky Chat #17 - Emergency or Not? The Most Ridiculous 999 Calls Ever!
Ever called 999 for a real emergency? Well, not everyone has! This week, Helen and Allie dive into the most absurd, hilarious, and downright baffling emergency calls ever made. From a seagull snatching a sandwich to someone panicking over a…
155 - Fast, Loose & Lethal: The Colin Chapman Story
Colin Chapman revolutionised Formula 1 with his groundbreaking innovations, but at what cost? In this episode, Allie delves into the genius—and the controversy—of the Lotus founder. From exploiting regulatory loopholes to his shocking disre…
154 - Spooky Chat 16 - Sasquatch Tragedies, Bear Chases, and the Top 10 Most Ridiculous 911 Calls
In this episode of Cars of the Macabre, we delve into the strange and the bizarre! Discover the tragic tale of two men who died hunting for Sasquatch, the unbelievable story of a man chased off a cliff by a bear, and a shocking case of stol…
153 - Cults, Road Trips & Heartbreak: The Tragic Death of River Phoenix - True Crime Podcast
In this week’s episode of Cars of the Macabre, Helen and Allie unravel the tragic story of River Phoenix's untimely death outside The Viper Room in Hollywood in 1993. They explore the haunting events leading up to that fateful night, examin…
152 - Spooky Chat 15 - Ghostly Databases & Haunted UK Hotspots: Paranormal Tales
Get ready for a lighthearted dive into the supernatural as Helen and Allie explore the eerie world of paranormal databases and haunted locations across the UK. From spine-chilling haunted roads to ghostly manifestations, they uncover the st…
151 - Fatal Car Crash Investigation: Southwick, UK – True Crime Podcast
In this gripping episode, we explore the chilling details of a fatal car crash that rocked Southwick, UK, in January 2016. Discover the shocking events leading up to the tragic accident, the devastating impact on the victims' families and f…
150 - Spooky Chat #14 - Pirates: The Racing Drivers of the Sea
This week we chat about all things weird and spooky, including ghost pirates!https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
149 - Car Crash Reincarnation
This week we discuss an incredible story surrounding a tragic car accident & spooky reincarnation...https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hosted on…
148 - Spooky Chat #13 - Bear people, sink holes and drones!
In this week’s Spooky Chat we discuss everything from bear people attacking cars to sink holes in roads…https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hoste…
147 - When Hell Came to Michigan
Oscar Wilde once said nothing in life is certain except for death and taxes. In this episode, Allie tells the story of a man who took this way too far and the harrowing consequences of his actions...https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabr…
146 - Spooky Chat #12 - Weasels in Crocs
This week our we talk about all things weird and spooky; from 911 calls about rampant raccoons to weasels in crocs!https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestu…
145 - UK Cryptids
This week we discuss Cryptids in the UK…https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
144 - Spooky Chat #11 - Vegas Baby!
Did we tell you we've been to Vegas?https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
143 - Spooky Stories #1
This week we’ve got an extra special episode of spooky stories from our listeners…https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabrehttps://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabrehttps://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…
142 - Spooky Chat #10 - Demon House
This week Helen scares Allie with terrifying tales…https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio…
141 - The Dating Game Killer
This weeks case is bonkers, it will knock your socks off!https://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/park_lanestudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…
140 - Spooky Chat #9 - Grasping at Straws
We’re back with another spooky chat! Bloody well done if you stick with us for this episode…https://linktr.ee/carsofthemacabrehttps://www.instagram.com/carsofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/allieofthemacabre/https://www.instagram.com/p…