Everyone who knew Joshua Maddux admired his free spirit and individuality. It wasn’t out of character for the 18-year-old to venture into the woods alone to explore and connect with nature. When he left for a walk in May of 2008, his family didn’t think much of it. But worry quickly set in when he failed to return home after nearly a week. Though there are several theories as to what happened to Joshua Maddux, countless questions remain unanswered.

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⁠Josh Maddux: The Boy in the Chimney – The Dark Histories Podcast⁠

⁠The strange death of Josh Maddux, the Boy in the Chimney — StrangeOutdoors.com⁠

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A search begins in October of 2009 after an abandoned truck is found in Red Oak, Oklahoma. Finding leads isn’t the issue with this case. The issue is the where and why, and the whole town is left wondering, “How could a whole family just disappear?”

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https://allthatsinteresting.com/jamison-family

https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/mysterious-stories-blog/jamison-family-mystery?format=amp

https://medium.com/@skylar.aries/true-crime-what-happened-to-the-jamison-family-38575be25968

"Disappeared" Paradise Lost (TV Episode 2010) - IMDb

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A search begins in October of 2009 after an abandoned truck is found in Red Oak, Oklahoma. Finding leads isn’t the issue with this case. The issue is the where and why, and the whole town is left wondering, “How could a whole family just disappear?”

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https://allthatsinteresting.com/jamison-family

https://www.strangeoutdoors.com/mysterious-stories-blog/jamison-family-mystery?format=amp

https://medium.com/@skylar.aries/true-crime-what-happened-to-the-jamison-family-38575be25968

"Disappeared" Paradise Lost (TV Episode 2010) - IMDb

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https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ayw8eRZCLXM&pp=ygUjaSBkb250IGRyaW5rIGNvZmZlIGlzcmFlbCBiZWF1Y2hhbX%3D

https://www.oklahoman.com

In 2008, Swedish twins Ursula and Sabina Eriksson made national headlines in the UK. The sisters' strange behavior on the M6 Motorway captivated the public. Many questions remain unanswered, one being, "Could the tragedy that followed have been prevented?"

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BBC Madness In The Fast Lane full 49min - video Dailymotion

The Swedish Twins Who Ran into Traffic - Global Grey ebooks

The Twins Who Ran Into Traffic Before Stabbing a Man to Death (vice.com)

Folie à deux—the psychosis of association; a review of 103 cases and the entire English literature, with case presentations. (apa.org)

Shared Psychotic Disorder - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf (nih.gov)

What started out as an innocent birthday gift soon began wreaking havoc in the Otto family home. Some say curses don't exist. But when countless people suffer various misfortunes, there's only one common thread. Was it all just bad luck, or did they fall victim to the curse of Robert the Doll?

Link to David Sloan's book: https://a.co/d/1LHOVd6

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Robert Eugene “Gene” Otto (1900-1974) - Find a Grave Memorial

In 1951, the remains of 67-year-old Mary Reeser were found in her Florida apartment. Due to the condition of the home, a fire was initially thought to be the cause of her death. But the more the police investigated, the more questions they had. And with more questions came more theories. What happened to Mary Reeser?Become a "Relative" by subscribing to our Patreon for a bonus episode each month, episode shout-out, and the occasional "relatively dark" surprise!⁠⁠Relatively Dark is creating a True Crime Podcast | Patreon⁠⁠Be sure to follow us on Instagram to see pictures from this episode!⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/relatively_dark/⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Facebook group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/708664017144149⁠⁠Please send all personal stories, thoughts/theories, and case suggestions to ⁠⁠relativelydarkpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠!Episode Sources:Did Mary Reeser Spontaneously Combust Into Flames? (allthatsinteresting.com)03 Jul 1951, 13 - Tampa Bay Times at Newspapers.com04 Jul 1951, 2 - The Bradenton Herald at Newspapers.com05 Jul 1951, 9 - The Tampa Tribune at Newspapers.com09 Aug 1951, 4 - The Tampa Tribune at Newspapers.com09 Jul 1955, Page 31 - The Palm Beach Post at Newspapers.com*For a full list of sources used for this episode, please visit our Facebook group.

Tristyn Bailey was described as a warm, spunky, and vibrant 13-year-old who brought life to everyone around her. With a loving, supportive family and countless friends, Tristyn's future was as bright as her smile. Unfortunately, Mother's Day in 2021 would mark a turning point in the lives of not just the Bailey family but the entire nation. Tristyn's tragic story urges us all to do better, be better, and love one another.If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health and not sure how to ask for help, please take advantage of these resources. You are not alone.Mental Health Foundation - United StatesCall 988 | KY Suicide, Mental Health, & Substance Abuse LifelineFacebook Page in honor of Tristyn:Tristyn Bailey Strong | FacebookBecome a "Relative" by subscribing to our Patreon for a bonus episode each month, episode shout-out, and the occasional "relatively dark" surprise!Relatively Dark is creating a True Crime Podcast | PatreonBe sure to follow us on Instagram to see pictures from this episode!https://www.instagram.com/relatively_dark/Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/708664017144149Please send all personal stories, thoughts/theories, and case suggestions to relativelydarkpodcast@gmail.com!*Due to character limitations, resources for this episode cannot be listed here. For a full list, please visit our Facebook group.