In Part 2 of our Dorothea Puente series, Brooke and the crew dive into the disturbing downfall of the woman who appeared to be nothing more than a sweet little grandmother running a boarding house.

After complaints and investigations lead to her first boarding house being shut down, Dorothea’s web of manipulation begins to unravel. We discuss her time behind bars, how she continued to charm those around her, and how prison did little to stop the darkness brewing beneath her grandmotherly image.

Once released, Dorothea opens a second boarding house in Sacramento, once again targeting the vulnerable, elderly, disabled, and those with nowhere else to turn. What looked like a safe place to live became the setting for one of California’s most disturbing murder cases.

We follow the investigation that finally exposed the truth, the missing residents, the bodies discovered buried in the backyard, and the moment Dorothea Puente’s carefully crafted persona came crashing down.

Join Brooke, Adriana, and Savannah as they discuss the shocking final chapter of Dorothea’s crimes, the failures that allowed her to continue for years, and how one unassuming grandmother became one of America’s most notorious female serial killers.

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This week, Brooke and Adriana set out with one simple goal: talk about the legend of Dogman.

Did they accomplish that? ...Kind of.

Somewhere between mysterious sightings, creepy backroads, and the idea of a seven-foot-tall canine creature lurking in the woods, the conversation completely derailed. One random thought led to another, which somehow led to a totally unrelated story, which somehow turned into another debate that had absolutely nothing to do with cryptids. And honestly? That's half the fun.

Savannah couldn't make it for this recording, so Brooke and Adriana were left unsupervised—and it definitely shows. This episode feels less like a formal investigation and more like sitting around with friends swapping spooky stories, laughing at yourselves, and wondering why every strange noise outside automatically sounds like certain death.

Of course, we do eventually circle back to Dogman: the legends, the eyewitness accounts, and the reason this cryptid has managed to stick around in American folklore for so long. Whether it's an undiscovered creature, a supernatural entity, or just our brains trying to make sense of the dark, there's something about the story that keeps people looking over their shoulders.

So grab a drink, settle in, and join us for one of our most unhinged episodes yet. If you've ever wondered what happens when two true crime and paranormal nerds start talking with absolutely no guardrails, this is your answer.

And if you hear something pacing just outside your window tonight... maybe don't go looking for it.

In this week's episode of Grave Confessions, we take a look at the early life of Dorothea Puente, long before she became one of the most notorious female serial killers in American history.

From a childhood filled with loss, neglect, and instability, Dorothea learned early on how to survive by manipulating those around her. We discuss her troubled upbringing, multiple marriages, run-ins with the law, and the scams and fraud schemes that followed her throughout much of her adult life.

As the years passed, Dorothea carefully built an image of herself as a caring and trustworthy woman, all while hiding a history of deception. By the end of the episode, she opens her first boarding house, setting the stage for the crimes that would later make national headlines.

Join us as we explore the events and choices that shaped Dorothea Puente before the world knew her name.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of child neglect, abuse, fraud, and criminal behavior. Listener discretion is advised.

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This week on Grave Confessions, Brooke, Savannah, and Adriana dive into one of the most disturbing murders committed by a teenage killer in modern American history — the brutal torture and murder of 19-year-old Colleen Slemmer at the hands of Christa Pike.

What began as jealousy over a boyfriend spiraled into a horrifying act of violence that shocked the nation and ultimately placed Christa Pike on death row at only 18 years old — making her the youngest woman in the United States sentenced to death in the modern era.

The girls discuss the dark events surrounding the Job Corps program in Knoxville, Tennessee, the warning signs leading up to the murder, and the chilling details investigators uncovered afterward. From claims of satanic influence and manipulation to the disturbing behavior Pike displayed after the killing, this case remains one of the most unsettling crimes involving teenage offenders.

• Who Colleen Slemmer was
• Christa Pike’s troubled upbringing and behavior
• The toxic relationship dynamics surrounding the case
• The events leading up to the murder
• Graphic details of the torture and killing
• Evidence left behind that led police directly to Pike
• Courtroom behavior and sentencing
• Life on death row
• The lasting impact on Colleen’s family

This episode contains discussions of graphic violence, torture, murder, manipulation, and disturbing crime scene details involving young adults. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

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In this chilling episode of Grave Confessions, Brooke and the crew dive into the disturbing and heartbreaking case of Doyle and Lillian Chumney — an elderly couple from Strasburg whose tragic murders shocked the local community.

What began as concern after the couple seemingly vanished quickly unraveled into a dark investigation filled with betrayal, greed, and horrifying discoveries. As investigators pieced together the timeline, the truth behind what happened to Doyle and Lillian revealed a crime far more sinister than anyone expected.

Join us as we explore:

• The lives of Doyle and Lillian Chumney
• The events leading up to their disappearance
• The investigation and shocking discoveries
• The suspect at the center of the case
• The lasting impact the murders left on the community

This episode contains discussions of murder, violence, and disturbing details that may not be suitable for all listeners. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

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In our chilling debut episode, hosts Brooke, Savannah, and Adriana take you deep into the wilderness—where the silence hides something far more sinister.

This week, we uncover the disturbing case of Gary Michael Hilton, infamously known as The National Forest Killer. Preying on unsuspecting hikers and nature lovers, Hilton used the isolation of national forests to carry out brutal crimes that left multiple families devastated and entire communities on edge.

We walk through the timeline of his crimes, how he evaded capture, and the haunting details that ultimately led to his arrest. From eerie encounters in the woods to the psychological profile behind the man, this episode sets the tone for the dark and unsettling stories to come.

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Grave Confessions is a true crime and paranormal podcast where the stories don’t stay buried.

From chilling murders and unsolved cases to hauntings, urban legends, and the unexplained—each episode dives into the darkest corners of reality… and beyond.

Some stories are factual. Some are unexplainable. All of them will leave you questioning what’s real.

Because sometimes… the truth is more terrifying than fiction.