179. Murder House (Halloween Special)

179. Murder House (Halloween Special)

Author: Granevan Media October 31, 2022 Duration: 39:30
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a killer bass line, a disturbingly random act of murder, and a haunted murder house in Iowa...and a woman who bakes recipes from tombstones...and some weird history behind the Starbucks logo. Happy Halloween!
Tell us what sparks your interest on twitter (@interest_spark), facebook, instagram, and TikTok! (@sparkmyinterestpodcast) Send a crazy story or interesting article to sparkmyinterestpodcast@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail through our website sparkmyinterestpodcast.com and we might just share it on the show!
Articles and other sources:
https://www.instagram.com/shanehobleystyling/
https://www.buzzfeed.com/jenniferadams2/gravestone-recipe-tiktok
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CgVecoJtu2c/
https://devblogs.microsoft.com/oldnewthing/20220816-00/?p=106994
https://youtu.be/-y3RGeaxksY
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/greyhound-beheading-10th-anniversary-1.4760074
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Tim_McLean
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-ax-murderer-who-got-away-117037374/
https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2022/06/09/1912-villisca-ax-murders-what-to-know-iowa-cold-case/7567590001/
https://www.villiscaiowa.com/

From Granevan Media, Spark My Interest is a curious blend of storytelling that lives in the space where serious inquiry meets genuine amusement. Each episode digs into a true story-whether it's a forgotten historical event, a bizarre scientific discovery, or a cultural phenomenon that defies easy explanation-and presents it with a sense of wonder and a touch of levity. The aim isn't just to inform, but to connect the dots between disparate fields, finding the unexpected humor and humanity in tales of crime, society, and exploration. You'll hear narratives that feel both meticulously researched and casually told, as if you're uncovering a fascinating secret with a friend. This podcast operates on the belief that the world is full of strange, shocking, and thrilling threads, and pulling on just one can illuminate a much larger picture. It’s for anyone who has ever fallen down a rabbit hole of questions, emerging hours later with more stories than answers. The tone is conversational yet precise, blending documentary depth with the relatable asides of comedy, all in service of the story itself. Listen to Spark My Interest for a regular dose of perspective, a spark of curiosity that lingers long after the episode ends, and a reminder that the most compelling truths are often stranger than fiction.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Fireside #19 (Special Guest Meagen) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Duration: 27:16
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Fireside #18 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:59
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168. Where the Wood is Wild [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:35
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about an extinct animal resurrected, a backyard find from the Great Depression, and the recently-solved cold case of the first entry in the FBI missing persons database... and some cool facts…
Fireside #17 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:07
Debra, Diana, and Jesi answer a listener question about special favors.Send us your burning questions on twitter (@interest_spark), facebook, instagram, TikTok! (@sparkmyinterestpodcast), or email us at sparkmyinterestpo…
167. My (Beep) Has Been Tainted [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:08
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about the brain of the best solo climber, the Son of Sam killer, and one of the first known sex tape scandals... and the oldest people in history to be photographed.Tell us what sparks your in…
Fireside #16 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:10
Debra, Diana, and Jesi answer a listener question about dental nightmares.Send us your burning questions on twitter (@interest_spark), facebook, instagram, TikTok! (@sparkmyinterestpodcast), or email us at sparkmyinteres…
166. Don't Lick That! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:19
Debra, Diana, and Jesi talk about a dead woman found in a Walmart bathroom, an eyeball licking craze, and a famous sunken house...and some world records that will likely never be broken.Tell us what sparks your interest…
Fireside #15 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:43
Debra, Diana, and Jesi answer a listener question about celebrity run-ins.Send us your burning questions on twitter (@interest_spark), facebook, instagram, TikTok! (@sparkmyinterestpodcast), or email us at sparkmyinteres…