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<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>We also drink the Long Island Iced Tea.</p><p>Want to contact us, find us on:</p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/">https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/</a> </p><p>Facebook fan group:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans">https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans</a> </p><p>Patreon:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy">https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy</a> </p><p>Podmoth Network:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podmoth.network/">https://podmoth.network/</a> </p><p>Sources:</p><p>Encyclopedia Britannica, History, Live Science, Wikipedia, World History, New World Encyclopedia, Reuters, ABC news, </p><p>contact us for direct links to sources</p><p>Promos:</p><p>Getting Down and Wordy</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-down-wordy/id1581316249">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/getting-down-wordy/id1581316249</a> </p><p>Prime Time Krime</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5QAf3oYcE2j1lKnG9bgXhX?si=618a3b023e3b4514">https://open.spotify.com/show/5QAf3oYcE2j1lKnG9bgXhX?si=618a3b023e3b4514</a> </p>

<p>In Episode 176 of <em>Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy</em>, Jane traces the evolution of Santa Claus, exploring how folklore, cultural shifts, and commercialization shaped the modern figure recognized today.</p><p>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.</p><p>We also enjoy the Gingerbread Old Fashioned.</p><p>Want to contact us, find us on:</p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/">https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/</a> </p><p>Facebook fan group:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans">https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans</a> </p><p>Patreon:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy">https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy</a> </p><p>Podmoth Network:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podmoth.network/">https://podmoth.network/</a> </p><p>Sources:</p><p>Wikipedia, Encyclopedia Brittanica, National Geographic, Altogether Christmas, North County Daily Star, </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santeclaus_with_Much_Delight">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santeclaus_with_Much_Delight</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santeclaus_with_Much_Delight">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santeclaus_with_Much_Delight</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.britannica.com/topic/Santa-Claus">https://www.britannica.com/topic/Santa-Claus</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/131219-santa-claus-origin-history-christmas-facts-st-nicholas">https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/131219-santa-claus-origin-history-christmas-facts-st-nicholas</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.altogetherchristmas.com/traditions/santa.html">https://www.altogetherchristmas.com/traditions/santa.html</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://northcountydailystar.com/the-history-and-legends-of-santa-claus/">https://northcountydailystar.com/the-history-and-legends-of-santa-claus/</a>, </p><p>Promo:</p><p>Bad Acts</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-acts-a-true-crime-podcast/id1538464479">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bad-acts-a-true-crime-podcast/id1538464479</a> </p><p>Perplexity: A Mystery Podcast</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/70n0dtNlMtLhozhJes14mH?si=317da3b3b0ea42c9">https://open.spotify.com/show/70n0dtNlMtLhozhJes14mH?si=317da3b3b0ea42c9</a> </p>

<p>In Episode 175 of <em>Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy</em>, 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. </p><p>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. </p><p>We also enjoy the Courtside Punch cocktail.</p><p>Want to contact us, find us on:</p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/">https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/</a> </p><p>Facebook fan group:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans">https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans</a> </p><p>Patreon:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy">https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy</a> </p><p>Podmoth Network:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podmoth.network/">https://podmoth.network/</a> </p><p>Sources:</p><p>People, CBS news, ABC news, Wikipedia, ERHS alumni, </p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://people.com/bronx-astronomer-jupiter-joe-convicted-killing-teen-1999-dna-linked-11854252">https://people.com/bronx-astronomer-jupiter-joe-convicted-killing-teen-1999-dna-linked-11854252</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/joseph-martinez-arrested-minerliz-soriano-murder-cold-case">https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/joseph-martinez-arrested-minerliz-soriano-murder-cold-case</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://abc7ny.com/post/joseph-martinez-arrested-minnie-soriano-cold-case-bronx/11285483">https://abc7ny.com/post/joseph-martinez-arrested-minnie-soriano-cold-case-bronx/11285483</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Indiana_Flight_216">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Indiana_Flight_216</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.erhsalumni.net/class_profile.cfm?member_id=4489754">https://www.erhsalumni.net/class_profile.cfm?member_id=4489754</a>, </p><p>Promo:</p><p>Caffeinated Conspiracies</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4PqCw4W8lXVzywdNrJIyLZ?si=cfcec3f9db7d4403">https://open.spotify.com/show/4PqCw4W8lXVzywdNrJIyLZ?si=cfcec3f9db7d4403</a> </p><p>Peculiar Pairings Podcast</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4fUp0bhNvKj2lndQNXvVGr?si=1ece897e06ef440d">https://open.spotify.com/show/4fUp0bhNvKj2lndQNXvVGr?si=1ece897e06ef440d</a> </p>

<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>We also enjoy the Man O’ War cocktail.</p><p>Want to contact us, find us on:</p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/">https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/</a> </p><p>Facebook fan group:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans">https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans</a> </p><p>Patreon:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy">https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy</a> </p><p>Podmoth Network:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podmoth.network/">https://podmoth.network/</a> </p><p>Sources<strong>:</strong></p><p>Smithsonian Magazine, Lethbridge news, Wikipedia, Britannica, Folklore Thursday, National Archives, War History Online, Wikipedia, Grokipedia, </p><p>contact us for direct links to our sources</p><p>Promo:</p><p>The Ugly Radio</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ugly-radio/id1515895095">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ugly-radio/id1515895095</a></p><p>Early on Wednesday</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1CbHtrp6LIPFWD4kKW6dzT?si=d6224dc1bd794e62">https://open.spotify.com/show/1CbHtrp6LIPFWD4kKW6dzT?si=d6224dc1bd794e62</a> </p>

<p>In Episode 173 of <em>Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy</em>, 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. </p><p>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.</p><p>We also drink the Block Breaker cocktail.</p><p>Want to contact us, find us on:</p><p>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/">https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/</a></p><p>Facebook fan group:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans">https://www.facebook.com/groups/bbbfans</a></p><p>Patreon:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy">https://www.patreon.com/brutalbizarreandboozy</a></p><p>Podmoth Network:</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podmoth.network/">https://podmoth.network/</a></p><p>Sources:</p><p>Wikipedia, Cold Case Canada, Robert Sedlock: Ice Cream Bandits, The Shawn Ryan Show ep: 255, US Attorney’s office district of Maryland, Wikipedia,</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Big_(police_procedure)">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Big_(police_procedure)</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JbPp6yyqA3aP7KQvtACOt?si=NbY5LT3RSx6igOKTQ7gceQ">https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JbPp6yyqA3aP7KQvtACOt?si=NbY5LT3RSx6igOKTQ7gceQ</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://cdn3.housecreep.com/9/93/93253386b98c0290be5204856e62964e.pdf">https://cdn3.housecreep.com/9/93/93253386b98c0290be5204856e62964e.pdf</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GPd36fFPuLsBSlZp6WUvc?si=f46-EQVpQ1um7KVhe7nDeQ">https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GPd36fFPuLsBSlZp6WUvc?si=f46-EQVpQ1um7KVhe7nDeQ</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.justice.gov/usao-md/pr/violent-extremist-network-764-member-facing-federal-indictment-sexual-exploitation">https://www.justice.gov/usao-md/pr/violent-extremist-network-764-member-facing-federal-indictment-sexual-exploitation</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/764_(organization)">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/764_(organization)</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bargpt.app/ai-cocktail-recipe/block-breaker">https://www.bargpt.app/ai-cocktail-recipe/block-breaker</a></p><p>Promo:</p><p>Rowan and Pine Podcast</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rowan-pine-a-spooky-folklore-mythology-podcast/id1632">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rowan-pine-a-spooky-folklore-mythology-podcast/id1632</a></p><p>Beyond the Shadows Podcast</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5endELxvb6KI9IQZdvqHhD?si=75e2434043634b54">https://open.spotify.com/show/5endELxvb6KI9IQZdvqHhD?si=75e2434043634b54</a></p>