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Nightmares

Sword and Scale
True Crime
Murder
Joanna Dennehy
Craig Kubik
Tina Lohman
Mental Health
Fahim Saleh
Serial Killers
Andre Serber
Brian Galvin
This Doesn't Happen To People Like Me
Abduction
Mental Illness
Oklahoma
Substance Abuse
Homicide
Domestic Violence
UK Crime
Nebraska
Dismemberment

Welcome to Nightmares. True-Crime for Bedtime. Your nightmare begins now…

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes77Founded4 years ago
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On a dark April night in rural Hebron, New York, 20-year-old Kaylin Gillis and her friends are searching for a party when they turn down the wrong driveway. At first, it seems like an awkward mistake, the kind anyone could make on rural roads with no... more

A day of drinking for Aaron Vargas ends in a night of revelation for an entire California town. For twenty years, he kept another man’s secret. But on a cold February night in 2009, that secret comes out, and the reaction isn’t what anyone would expe... more

Kimberly Neptune spent her life helping others in the close-knit community of Sipayik. Then, one spring night, a trusted visitor came knocking. The investigation that followed would uncover hidden betrayals, conflicting stories, and a truth that rema... more

On August 4th, 2022, a quiet street in Laurel, Nebraska wakes to fire, smoke, and a woman dead inside her burning home. As the neighborhood becomes a crime scene, police begin unraveling the private world of paranoia, obsession, and loyalty that turn... more

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Martha Freeman
Subject of the case, involved in the murder, later testified in court
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Episode: Closeted
Mary Jane Fonder
Church member and person of interest connected to the case
Church community / Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Episode: Sanctuary

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 13.9k ratings
  • Either I’ve grown or you’ve regressed

    I can’t tell if I’ve become a better human or if Mike is getting worse. I knew they were misogynistic, sexist, and ignorant. I didn’t realize they are also embarrassingly small minded, short sighted, easily manipulated, cheap, and just overall dumb.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Disney 88
    United States21 days ago
  • True-crime on another level!

    Mike’s telling of the story is unmatched-him and his team do a great job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJCOMSTOCK
    United States25 days ago
  • Nightmares

    I LOVE the Host and his honesty. It’s so refreshing to have an Unwoke podcast that hasn’t been silenced by the Woke morons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jill Zie
    United Statesa month ago
  • Favorite true crime podcast

    I look forward to listening to his podcast, I love the way he tells the story, it’s by far my favorite true crime podcast to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisamnj
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love Sword and Scale

    I love this show so much!!

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    Katezteam
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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Production quality and storytelling are praised, but ads and interruptions are a common gripe.
Some listeners feel the host's opinions polarize the show and affect case presentation.
Listeners appreciate cinematic, tightly paced storytelling and clear case timelines.
The host's personal political commentary is a frequent point of contention for some fans and critics.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#111
United States/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#196
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#175
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#154
India/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#168
Sweden/True Crime

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nightmares

What is Nightmares about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form true-crime storytelling with a dark bedtime feel, featuring dramatic retellings, courtroom angles, and investigative detail. Episodes weave re-enactments, witness accounts, and expert context to map how crimes unfold, the people involved, and the aftermath. The show is notable for a brisk, no-fluff rhythm and a relentless focus on narrative drive, sometimes accompanied by explicit personal commentary from the host that sparks debate and polarized listener reactions. Potential listeners who enjoy immersive case narratives, clear pacing, and controversial takes may find it especially compelling, while those seeking strictly neutral or strictly factual accounts might prefer other true-crime feeds.

Across recent episodes, themes rang... more

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1. Sword and Scale
2. Invisible Choir
3. Dark Topic
4. The Minds of Madness - True Crime Stories
5. Obscura: A True Crime Podcast

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Nightmares launched 4 years ago and published 77 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Mary Jane Fonder

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