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#177: The Gilgo Beach Killer, Long Island Serial Murders & the Nazca Lines — with a Long Island Iced Tea

In this episode of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Deklan dives into the chilling case of the Gilgo Beach Killer, also known as the Long Island Serial Killer. What began as a missing persons investigation led to the discovery of multiple victims along Ocean Parkway and exposed years of investigative failures, unanswered questions, and a case that gripped the nation. One man, Rex Heuermann, has been charged with the crimes and is still awaiting trial.Then Jane shifts from modern true crime to ancient mystery, examining the Nazca Lines of Peru—massive geoglyphs carved into the desert over a thousand years ago. From animals and geometric shapes to theories involving ritual practices and astronomy, the Nazca Lines remain one of archaeology’s most enduring enigmas.We also drink the Long Island Iced Tea.Want to contact us, find us on:Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/ Facebook fan group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy Podmoth Network:https://podmoth.network/ Sources:Encyclopedia Britannica, History, Live Science, Wikipedia, World History, New World Encyclopedia, Reuters, ABC news, contact us for direct links to sourcesPromos:Getting Down and Wordyhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-down-wordy/id1581316249 Prime Time Krimehttps://open.spotify.com/show/5QAf3oYcE2j1lKnG9bgXhX?si=618a3b023e3b4514

#176: The Evolution of Santa Claus, Nicole Brown Simpson & a Gingerbread Old Fashioned

In Episode 176 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Jane traces the evolution of Santa Claus, exploring how folklore, cultural shifts, and commercialization shaped the modern figure recognized today.Deklan then covers the murder of Nicole Brown Simpson, one of the most infamous true crime cases in American history, examining the violence that shocked the nation and the legacy the case left behind.We also enjoy the Gingerbread Old Fashioned.Want to contact us, find us on:Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/ Facebook fan group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy Podmoth Network:https://podmoth.network/ Sources:Wikipedia, Encyclopedia Brittanica, National Geographic, Altogether Christmas, North County Daily Star, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santeclaus_with_Much_Delight, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santeclaus_with_Much_Delight, https://www.britannica.com/topic/Santa-Claus, https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/131219-santa-claus-origin-history-christmas-facts-st-nicholas, https://www.altogetherchristmas.com/traditions/santa.html, https://northcountydailystar.com/the-history-and-legends-of-santa-claus/, Promo:Bad Actshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-acts-a-true-crime-podcast/id1538464479 Perplexity: A Mystery Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/70n0dtNlMtLhozhJes14mH?si=317da3b3b0ea42c9

#175: Air Indiana Flight 216, “Jupiter Joe” & the Courtside Punch

In Episode 175 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Deklan examines the tragic crash of Air Indiana Flight 216, which killed the University of Evansville men’s basketball team, and the devastating aftermath that followed, including the sudden death of the program’s final remaining member, David Furr. Jane then tells the disturbing New York case involving Minnie Soriano and the self-styled street astronomer known as “Jupiter Joe,” a figure whose public fascination masked a far darker reality. We also enjoy the Courtside Punch cocktail.Want to contact us, find us on:Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/ Facebook fan group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy Podmoth Network:https://podmoth.network/ Sources:People, CBS news, ABC news, Wikipedia, ERHS alumni, https://people.com/bronx-astronomer-jupiter-joe-convicted-killing-teen-1999-dna-linked-11854252, https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/joseph-martinez-arrested-minerliz-soriano-murder-cold-case, https://abc7ny.com/post/joseph-martinez-arrested-minnie-soriano-cold-case-bronx/11285483, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Indiana_Flight_216, https://www.erhsalumni.net/class_profile.cfm?member_id=4489754, Promo:Caffeinated Conspiracieshttps://open.spotify.com/show/4PqCw4W8lXVzywdNrJIyLZ?si=cfcec3f9db7d4403 Peculiar Pairings Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/4fUp0bhNvKj2lndQNXvVGr?si=1ece897e06ef440d

#174: Operation Fantasia, Soviet Serial Killer Vladimir Vinnichevsky & the Man O’ War

In this episode, Jane dives into the bizarre depths of Operation Fantasia — a little-known World War II plan by the U.S. military to use glowing foxes to frighten Japanese soldiers. From bioluminescence experiments to psychological warfare, this story blurs the line between genius and absurdity.Then Deklan turns the spotlight on Vladimir Vinnichevsky, one of Russia’s earliest known serial killers. His chilling crimes, committed at only 16 years old, shocked the Soviet Union and exposed the hidden darkness of postwar life behind the Iron Curtain.We also enjoy the Man O’ War cocktail.Want to contact us, find us on:Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/ Facebook fan group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy Podmoth Network:https://podmoth.network/ Sources:Smithsonian Magazine, Lethbridge news, Wikipedia, Britannica, Folklore Thursday, National Archives, War History Online, Wikipedia, Grokipedia, contact us for direct links to our sourcesPromo:The Ugly Radiohttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ugly-radio/id1515895095Early on Wednesdayhttps://open.spotify.com/show/1CbHtrp6LIPFWD4kKW6dzT?si=d6224dc1bd794e62

#173: The 764 Group, Leonard Hogue, the Mr. Big Sting & the Block Breaker

In Episode 173 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Deklan investigates The 764 Group, an online extremist network that uses social media and gaming platforms to target and exploit teenagers, encouraging violence, self-harm, and criminal behavior behind anonymous accounts. Jane then examines the interconnected Canadian case involving Leonard Hogue, a disgraced Vancouver police officer, David Harrison, and the controversial “Mr. Big” undercover sting technique, exposing allegations of corruption, high-risk robberies, and ethically disputed interrogation tactics.We also drink the Block Breaker cocktail.Want to contact us, find us on:Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/Facebook fan group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfansPatreon:https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozyPodmoth Network:https://podmoth.network/Sources:Wikipedia, Cold Case Canada, Robert Sedlock: Ice Cream Bandits, The Shawn Ryan Show ep: 255, US Attorney’s office district of Maryland, Wikipedia,https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Big_(police_procedure), https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JbPp6yyqA3aP7KQvtACOt?si=NbY5LT3RSx6igOKTQ7gceQ, https://cdn3.housecreep.com/9/93/93253386b98c0290be5204856e62964e.pdf, https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GPd36fFPuLsBSlZp6WUvc?si=f46-EQVpQ1um7KVhe7nDeQ, https://www.justice.gov/usao-md/pr/violent-extremist-network-764-member-facing-federal-indictment-sexual-exploitation, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/764_(organization), https://www.bargpt.app/ai-cocktail-recipe/block-breakerPromo:Rowan and Pine Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rowan-pine-a-spooky-folklore-mythology-podcast/id1632Beyond the Shadows Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/5endELxvb6KI9IQZdvqHhD?si=75e2434043634b54