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In this bone-chilling episode, we delve into the eerie realm of the human mind, unearthing the unsettling capabilities and experiences that can leave us shivering in fear. Prepare to question the very nature of reality as we explore the depths of our psyche and confront the unsettling truths about what our minds are capable of.Sources: https://www.ndtv.com/feature/charles-bonnet-syndrome-5-facts-on-condition-that-causes-hallucinations-3720591https://www.neurologylive.com/view/encephalitis-lethargica-still-unexplained-sleeping-sicknesshttps://embryo.asu.edu/pages/roger-sperrys-split-brain-experiments-1959-1968https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK570557/#:~:text=Capgras%20syndrome%20is%20the%20most,close%20to%20him%20or%20herhttps://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/cotards-syndromehttps://www.healthline.com/health/alien-hand-syndrome#treatmentSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Georgi Markov was an award-winning Bulgarian writer but before that, he made himself an enemy of the Bulgarian government. Was his death the result of espionage or just a weird coincidence? Join Nicole and Melanie this week to hear about the suspicious death of Georgi Markov. Sources: The poison-tipped umbrella: the death of Georgi Markov in 1978 - archive | Bulgaria | The GuardianGeorgi Markov - WikipediaCDC | Facts About RicinCastor Bean: Health Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Dose & Precautions (rxlist.com)Socials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Episode Description: Brandon Swanson called his parents in the middle of the night after a minor car crash. While on the phone, Brandon suddenly vanishes without a trace. Join us this week as we attempt to unpack what may have happened.Sources: https://thecrimewire.com/true-crime/Missing-Since-2008-Brandon-Swansonhttps://uncovered.com/cases/brandon-victor-swanson-marshall-mnhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/brandon-swansonSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

You may know the wine brand 19 crimes, but do you know the full story behind those specific crimes? Join us this week as Nicole describes the 19 offenses that would get a British person sent to Australia in the late 1700 and 1800’s.Sources: Convict transportation peaks | National Museum of Australia (nma.gov.au)Transportation of Criminals to Australia (crf-usa.org) The 19 CrimesSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

March 31st was International Transgender Day of Visibility, so we would like to celebrate the life of a very important person. Often called the “Rosa Parks of the Transgender Movement,” Marsha P. Johnson is one of the most famous figures of the 1970’s Gay Rights Movement. Marsha is remembered for her ever-present smile, her crown of flowers, and her kindness. Sources: https://wams.nyhistory.org/growth-and-turmoil/growing-tensions/marsha-p-johnson/https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/marsha-p-johnsonhttps://www.hrc.org/news/the-cold-case-of-an-lgbtq-pioneer-marsha-p-johnsonhttps://ucnj.org/mpj/about-marsha-p-johnson/https://www.history.com/topics/gay-rights/the-stonewall-riotshttps://www.insideedition.com/the-death-of-marsha-p-johnson-and-the-quest-for-closure-51708https://ghschronicle.com/7705/news/the-legacy-of-marsha-p-johnson-a-shining-visionary-of-the-lgbtq-community/Socials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Musicians like Jimi Hendrix and Kurt Cobain are infamous for their talent and influence on pop culture. Were they born with talent, or did they sell their soul in exchange for fame and fortune? In honor of Nicole's 27th birthday next week, we decided to dive into the conspiracy behind the 27 Club. Join Nicole and our special guest, Dakota, to talk about some of the best musicians that didn't make it to 28. Sources: What's the 27 Club? | HowStuffWorksThe Stories Behind Seven Deaths of the Infamous "27 Club"—Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse, and More - American Songwriter27 Club - WikipediaThe 27 Club. Would you sell your soul for fame and… | by Amber Blaize | Our Weird & Wonderful World | Medium27 Club: The Astrological Reason Why Some Celebrities Die So Young | YourTangoSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

When a 9-year-old girl is abducted from a grocery store parking lot while riding her bike in broad daylight, her family and community realize that something has to change. Listen to this week’s episode to learn about the story of Amber Hagerman and the origin of the AMBER Alert System. Sources: https://medium.com/@skylar.aries/true-crime-the-murder-of-amber-hagerman-the-origin-of-the-amber-alert-system-64bb92ce096chttps://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/remembering-amber-hagerman-27-years-later/https://www.waldenu.edu/online-masters-programs/ms-in-criminal-justice/resource/the-history-of-the-amber-alerthttps://allthatsinteresting.com/amber-hagermanSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

The Netflix series Making a Murderer captivated millions with the murder of Teresa Halbach in 2005 and questioned of innocence of Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey. While the series did its job of bringing attention to the case, it ended up overshadowing the true victim. Regardless of Steven’s innocence or guilt, Teresa Halbach, a 25-year-old woman, was murdered. Today, she will not just be the cliff note to Steven’s story. Tune in to hear Nicole and Melanie expose all of the things the Netflix series left out to make their story look better.Sources: Teresa Halbach Sources - Google DocsSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Does Curious George have a tail? Does the Monopoly Man have a monocle? Is it Fruit Loops or Froot Loops? This week Nicole and Melanie discuss the Mandela effect, parallel universes, and the simulation theory. Sources:https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-mandela-effect-4589394https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/mandela-effect#causes https://www.scienceofpeople.com/mandela-effect/ https://bigthink.com/starts-with-a-bang/quantum-mechanics-mandela-effect/ Socials:Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers -https://www.silvermansound.com

Cecil Gaddy was a small-town kid just trying to figure out how to transition after being paralyzed from the waist down. This led him to settle for "friends" who were constantly taking advantage of him. When he tragically died in a house fire, police didn't even open an investigation, but many think the fire was no accident. Sources: Cecil Travis Gaddy | Iowa Cold Cases'Gone Cold': Cecil Gaddy | News | nwestiowa.comCold Case: Cecil Travis Gaddy - WHO-TV Report - YouTubeCecil Travis Gaddy (1984-2004) - Find a Grave MemorialSocials: Email: aestheticallydispleasingpod@gmail.comFacebook: Aesthetically DispleasingInstagram: AestheticallyDispleasingPodTikTok:Aesthetically_DispleasedTwitter: AesDis_PodMusic: Womp by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com