• The twisted world of Russ McKamey and McKamey Manor
    Oct 21 2024

    🎃 Spooky Szn Special: Inside the Horrors of McKamey Manor 👻

    As we ramp up to Halloween, Nikki reveals her latest obsession—her own Roman Empire—the terrifying world of Russ McKamey and his infamous McKamey Manor. This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl explore the shocking reality behind this extreme haunted house experience and ask the burning question: Does McKamey Manor even exist?

    They dive deep into Russ’ obsession with waterboarding and the twisted challenges that make McKamey Manor notorious. How far would you go for the ultimate scare? Could you survive and claim the $20,000 prize? 💰 Listen to hear Nikki and Cheryl uncover the darkest secrets of this extreme haunt.

    Don’t miss this chilling episode as we get closer to Halloween 2024—your go-to for all things spooky! 🕸️

    This episode is not suitable for listeners under the age of 18. It contains discussions of torture and mental and physical violence. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

    Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cheryldragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

    Listen on Global Player for free. Download Global Player from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.

    If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources:

    The Samaritans helpline: 116 123

    Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

    Hope Not Hate: 020 7952 1181

    Exit UK: 0800 999 1945

    Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005

    Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

    Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • The Spooky Sleepover: Money Laundering, Roman Empires & A Kate King Celebration
    Oct 17 2024

    Got your jammies ready? Perhaps a cup of hot choc? Or.... a Costa Coffee? It's time for The Spooky Sleepover! This Nikki and Cheryl dive into all things pop culture and mystery. First up, Cheryl shares her hot take on Lady Gaga’s role in the much-anticipated but panned blockbuster sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux (justice for Gaga! 🎭). Then, the duo unearths the truth behind money laundering in American sweet shops on Oxford Street, searches for the origins of the miracle drug Silphium, and tries to track down TikTok star Kate King—where has she disappeared?

    Don’t miss this episode packed with celebrity gossip, conspiracy theories, and wild investigations! 🔍

    Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl Hole @cherylholequeen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

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    27 mins
  • The Spooky Sleepover: Nikki's Shock Engagement Proposal & Where Did Cheryl's Hole Go?
    Oct 17 2024

    🎉 Bonus Episode Alert: The Spooky Sleepover! 🎉

    Join Nikki and Cheryl for a special bonus episode of the Spooky Sleepover, where they have a massive catch-up! It’s been a while, right? In this episode, Nikki drops a bombshell as she reveals her surprise engagement 💍, and Cheryl finally shares the truth about why she left the Hole after her time on Masterchef. Plus, we’re answering listener questions! Tune in for all the juicy details.

    Don’t miss this exciting episode of the Spooky Sleepover podcast—stream now! 🌙✨

    Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl Hole @cherylholequeen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

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    22 mins
  • The chilling secrets of The Cecil Hotel and the mystery of Elisa Lam
    Oct 14 2024

    🏨 Inside the Infamous Cecil Hotel: Deaths, Curses, and Elisa Lam 🔍

    TWO episodes in the same week?! You lucky beans! This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Cheryl are switching things up as Cheryl takes the lead. Together, they’re packing their bags and heading to the most sinister hotel the world has ever known (aside from the Castle... you know what we mean), The Cecil Hotel in downtown LA.

    How has one hotel amassed a staggering average of 8 deaths per year? Is the Cecil Hotel truly cursed? And how did Elisa Lam end up in a water tank on the roof?

    Join Nikki and Chez as they uncover the chilling mysteries behind this notorious hotel. Don’t miss this thrilling episode of Killers, Cults and Queens—tune in now! 🎙️

    This episode is not suitable for listeners under the age of 18. It contains discussions of serious mental illness, suicide, and murder. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

    Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cheryldragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

    Listen on Global Player for free. Download Global Player from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.

    If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources:

    The Samaritans helpline: 116 123

    Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

    Hope Not Hate: 020 7952 1181

    Exit UK: 0800 999 1945

    Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005

    Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

    Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000

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    57 mins
  • The dark rise of Jim Jones and the road to Jonestown
    Oct 14 2024

    🌍 The People's Temple: A Journey into the Jonestown Massacre 💔

    Nikki Druce and Cheryl are BACK, and they’re back with a bang! This week on Killers, Cults and Queens, Nikki and Chez are traveling to Guyana to delve into one of the worst cults in history: The People’s Temple.

    How did a preacher from humble beginnings manage to convince hundreds of individuals from around the world to leave their lives behind for the now-infamous Jonestown? What events led to the horrific mass suicide of nearly 1,000 people?

    Join Nikki and Cheryl as they uncover the shocking truths behind this tragic chapter in history. Don’t miss this compelling episode of Killers, Cults and Queens—tune in now! 🎙️

    This episode is not suitable for listeners under the age of 18. It contains depictions of mass suicide, and discussions of coercive behaviour. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

    Got a theory? Been lost in a rabbit hole? We want to hear from YOU! Email queens@global.com to get in touch, or DM us @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cheryldragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

    Listen on Global Player for free. Download Global Player from the app store or go to globalplayer.com.

    If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources:

    The Samaritans helpline: 116 123

    Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

    Hope Not Hate: 020 7952 1181

    Exit UK: 0800 999 1945

    Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005

    Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

    Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Coming soon... Killers, Cults and Queens SEASON 2!
    Oct 7 2024

    WE'RE BACK DIVAS! We know, we know, it's been forever and a day... but how could we leave you hanging any longer? Nikki and Cheryl are officially back in action and ready to take you on a journey to the spookiest, scariest and downright weirdest corners of the world. From maniacal cult leaders (Jim Jones we're looking at you), stone cold killers, to absolute QUEEN behaviour, the girls are back and ready to roll. Listen to the first TWO episodes on the 14th of October, with new episodes every Monday AND brand new bonus episodes every single Thursday. We can't wait to see you again. Until then, don't be a killer or join a cult... say it with us now... just be a QUEEN! xxx

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    2 mins
  • Christmas Special, the bizarre case of the Love Has Won cult
    Dec 22 2022

    Ho ho ho! Christmas has come early thanks to Cheryl and Nikki Druce. High on the spirit of crimbo, they present an unreleased episode from season one… the pilot! So get in, we’re heading back 7 months to learn about the crazy Love Has Won cult. A tale of mother and father gods, colloidal silver and glitter covered desiccated corpses… what could be more festive than that… But who was mother god, and how did a potentially well intentioned community turn into a police raid that went viral? Cheryl and Nikki are going to find out. Expect baby Nikki and Chez, tails of swingers hotels and a shocking discovery.

    This episode contains graphic details of violence, mental and physical abuse. This episode also comes with a trigger warning for those who are currently living with or recovering from an eating disorder. It is not intended for all audiences. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

    For all things Killers, Cults and Queens, head over to @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cherylqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

    If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources:

    The Samaritans helpline: 116 123

    Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

    Refuge domestic abuse helpline: 0808 2000 247 (live chat is also available at https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/Contact-us *times apply)

    Safeline domestic abuse helpline: 01926 402 498

    Safeline national male survivor helpline: 0808 800 5005

    Sexual Assault Support Line: 01708 765200

    Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000

    Beat Eating Disorder Support Lines, England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/

    The knowledge out there on this topic is vast, so if your interest is peaked by this episode please take a look at our sources:

    Vice - Meet Mother God

    The INSANE story of the Love Has Won cult & Amy Carlson | DEEP DIVE

    Is It Legal to Mummify Your Cult Leader?

    Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God

    Love Has Won - Wikipedia

    Love Has Won - RationalWiki

    New Earth Healing Essentials

    Love Has Won: What was the cult led by Amy Carlson? | The Independent

    Love Has Won cult leader died from anorexia, substance abuse and colloidal silver use, autopsy report says

    Where Are the Members of Bizarre Cult Love Has Won Today?

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    49 mins
  • The freaky secrets of The Winchester Mystery House
    Dec 8 2022

    Nikki Druce and Cheryl are wrapping up a whirlwind of a series by visiting one of the most haunted mansions in America… The Winchester Mystery house. After a wealthy wife became a widow, inheriting so much money that she became the richest woman in America, she was plunged into a deep depression. Desperate for answers, she visited a medium who told her that her entire life was cursed, and there was only one thing for it… she would have to travel across the states to build a mansion for the spirits that would haunt her until the day she died. But who was this woman, and what frightening secrets did the house eventually hold? Nikki and Cheryl are going to find out. Expect crazy construction, a suspect medium and a classic door to nowhere.

    Killers, Cults and Queens will return for Season 2 in the New Year! And keep your eyes peeled for a festive treat just around the corner!

    For all things Killers, Cults and Queens, head over to @killerscultsqueens on Instagram. And follow Cheryl @cheryldragqueen and Nikki Druce @nikkimacabrelondon.

    If you have been affected by any of the themes in this episode, please consider contacting the following resources:

    The Samaritans helpline: 116 123

    Confidential Emotional Support Line: 01708 765200

    Sane mental health line: 0300 304 7000

    The knowledge out there on this topic is vast, so if your interest is peaked by this episode please take a look at our sources:

    Winchester Mystery House

    History - Winchester Mystery House

    Winchester Mystery House - Wikipedia

    The Terrifying True Story Of The Winchester Mystery House And The Troubled Heiress Who Built It

    14 Hauntings Facts about The Winchester Mansion

    Winchester: The True Story

    Return To The Horrifying Winchester Mansion

    Beyond the Ghost Stories of the Winchester Mystery House

    Take a look inside the famously creepy Winchester House, which has 160 rooms, staircases that lead to nowhere, and doors that open into walls

    The Winchester Mystery House

    The Truth About the Winchester Mystery House

    Interview Helen Mirren WINCHESTER

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    54 mins