Dear David Haunting: The Viral Twitter Story That Terrified the Internet

The Disappearance of Asha Degree

In the early morning hours of February 14, 2000, nine-year-old Asha Degree disappeared from her home in Shelby, North Carolina. Witnesses reported seeing a young girl walking alone along Highway 18 in the middle of a storm. Days later, searchers found possible traces of her. Months later, her backpack surfaced buried miles away. And for years, the case seemed frozen in time. But more than two decades later, investigators announced new evidence, new searches, and a direction nobody expected. Today we’re breaking down the timeline, from the night Asha vanished to the most recent developments in one of North Carolina’s most talked-about missing person cases, Shelbys Sweetheart. 🎧 Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Alejandra and her husband Tom. Each week, storyteller and spooky enthusiast Ale unpacks some of the most haunting cases she’s researched, dragging her husband along for the ride, whether he’s ready for it or not. He’s hearing it all for the first time… just like you. New here? Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen. Your guides through the strange, the sinister, and the spooky… For photos of todays episode visit our social handles or our website [https://macabremondays.com/episodes/]to learn more. Join us each week as we delve into the world where mystery meets the macabre: * Instagram: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/macabremondayspodcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe7irqG7jqVlgR9CDbPG3nhm_2rMQSaYRbZjNi9JSd9q6_-9bokAlxg0Ng_aem_CGhzHIHMPlIhRSxwj2gqFg] * Facebook: Macabre Mondays Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570552680287] * YouTube: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MacabreMondaysPodcast] * TikTok: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@macabremondayspodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] * X: @macabremondays_ [https://x.com/MacabreMondays_?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdMsOsCd6lL_EJXUyDTpXQ9nXtv63t_f7_dRXoVyHdAqKU3c4jFrWmFVGw_aem_oBbmMqEoSV-nzkEyaxKzQg] 📬 Want to give us a scare?  Email us at: macabremondayspodcast@gmail.com Sources listed on our site! Disclaimer: Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast created for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information discussed in this episode has been compiled from publicly available sources, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete or free of error. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any law enforcement agency, court, or official organization. This content may include graphic descriptions of violence, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener and viewer discretion is advised. Macabre Mondays does not condone or glorify criminal behavior.

Dear David Haunting: The Viral Twitter Story That Terrified the Internet

In 2017, artist Adam Ellis posted a tweet claiming his apartment was being haunted by the ghost of a dead child named Dear David. What started as a strange sleep paralysis experience quickly spiraled into eerie photos, unsettling videos, mysterious phone calls, and thousands of people following the story in real time online. In today’s Spooky episode of Macabre Mondays, we break down the entire Dear David timeline chronologically, from the first nightmare to the disturbing footage that made the internet question whether this was an elaborate horror story.. or something much stranger. Adam Ellis Twitter Thread [https://wakelet.com/wake/e6275d03-7bce-4789-9961-f3a04723cc71]🎧 Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Alejandra and her husband Tom. Each week, storyteller and spooky enthusiast Ale unpacks some of the most haunting cases she’s researched, dragging her husband along for the ride, whether he’s ready for it or not. He’s hearing it all for the first time… just like you. New here? Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen. Your guides through the strange, the sinister, and the spooky… For photos of todays episode visit our social handles or our website [https://macabremondays.com/episodes/]to learn more. Join us each week as we delve into the world where mystery meets the macabre: * Instagram: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/macabremondayspodcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe7irqG7jqVlgR9CDbPG3nhm_2rMQSaYRbZjNi9JSd9q6_-9bokAlxg0Ng_aem_CGhzHIHMPlIhRSxwj2gqFg] * Facebook: Macabre Mondays Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570552680287] * YouTube: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MacabreMondaysPodcast] * TikTok: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@macabremondayspodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] * X: @macabremondays_ [https://x.com/MacabreMondays_?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdMsOsCd6lL_EJXUyDTpXQ9nXtv63t_f7_dRXoVyHdAqKU3c4jFrWmFVGw_aem_oBbmMqEoSV-nzkEyaxKzQg] 📬 Want to give us a scare? Email us at: macabremondayspodcast@gmail.com Sources listed on our site! Disclaimer: Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast created for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information discussed in this episode has been compiled from publicly available sources, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete or free of error. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any law enforcement agency, court, or official organization. This content may include graphic descriptions of violence, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener and viewer discretion is advised. Macabre Mondays does not condone or glorify criminal behavior.

The Doppelgänger Phenomenon: Why People Keep Seeing Their Double

For centuries, people around the world have reported seeing doubles of themselves and others, sometimes as warnings, sometimes as omens, and sometimes with no explanation at all. In this episode, we dive into the strange phenomenon of doppelgängers, from eerie historical accounts involving Abraham Lincoln and Emilie Sagée to modern-day “Twin Strangers” projects where unrelated people discover someone who looks exactly like them. Are doppelgängers paranormal? Psychological? A glitch in the matrix? Or maybe.. something even stranger? Tonight, we explore the stories, science, folklore, and unsettling patterns behind one of history’s most fascinating (and strange as hell) phenomena. Find your doppelganger here at your own risk! lol [https://twinstrangers.net/] 🎧 Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Alejandra and her husband Tom. Each week, storyteller and spooky enthusiast Ale unpacks some of the most haunting cases she’s researched, dragging her husband along for the ride, whether he’s ready for it or not. He’s hearing it all for the first time… just like you. New here? Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen. Your guides through the strange, the sinister, and the spooky… For photos of todays episode visit our social handles or our website [https://macabremondays.com/episodes/]to learn more. Join us each week as we delve into the world where mystery meets the macabre: * Instagram: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/macabremondayspodcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe7irqG7jqVlgR9CDbPG3nhm_2rMQSaYRbZjNi9JSd9q6_-9bokAlxg0Ng_aem_CGhzHIHMPlIhRSxwj2gqFg] * Facebook: Macabre Mondays Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570552680287] * YouTube: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MacabreMondaysPodcast] * TikTok: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@macabremondayspodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] * X: @macabremondays_ [https://x.com/MacabreMondays_?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdMsOsCd6lL_EJXUyDTpXQ9nXtv63t_f7_dRXoVyHdAqKU3c4jFrWmFVGw_aem_oBbmMqEoSV-nzkEyaxKzQg] 📬 Want to give us a scare?  Email us at: macabremondayspodcast@gmail.com Sources listed on our site! Disclaimer: Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast created for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information discussed in this episode has been compiled from publicly available sources, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete or free of error. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any law enforcement agency, court, or official organization. This content may include graphic descriptions of violence, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener and viewer discretion is advised. Macabre Mondays does not condone or glorify criminal behavior.

The Romanovs & Rasputin Pt. 2: The Fall of an Empire

After the death of Grigori Rasputin… nothing changed. In Part 2, we follow the final months of the Romanov family as Russia collapses into revolution. From protests in the streets to the abdication (iykyk) of Tsar Nicholas II, the royal family’s fate takes a turn that would shock the world. We also break down the decades of mystery that followed, including the story of Anastasia, the claims of survival, and the discoveries that finally revealed what really happened. 🎧 Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Alejandra and her husband Tom. Each week, storyteller and spooky enthusiast Ale unpacks some of the most haunting cases she’s researched, dragging her husband along for the ride, whether he’s ready for it or not. He’s hearing it all for the first time… just like you. New here? Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen. Your guides through the strange, the sinister, and the spooky… For photos of todays episode visit our social handles or our website [https://macabremondays.com/episodes/]to learn more. Join us each week as we delve into the world where mystery meets the macabre: * Instagram: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/macabremondayspodcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe7irqG7jqVlgR9CDbPG3nhm_2rMQSaYRbZjNi9JSd9q6_-9bokAlxg0Ng_aem_CGhzHIHMPlIhRSxwj2gqFg] * Facebook: Macabre Mondays Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570552680287] * YouTube: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MacabreMondaysPodcast] * TikTok: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@macabremondayspodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] * X: @macabremondays_ [https://x.com/MacabreMondays_?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdMsOsCd6lL_EJXUyDTpXQ9nXtv63t_f7_dRXoVyHdAqKU3c4jFrWmFVGw_aem_oBbmMqEoSV-nzkEyaxKzQg] 📬 Want to give us a scare? Email us at: macabremondayspodcast@gmail.com Sources listed on our site! Disclaimer: Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast created for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information discussed in this episode has been compiled from publicly available sources, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete or free of error. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any law enforcement agency, court, or official organization. This content may include graphic descriptions of violence, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener and viewer discretion is advised. Macabre Mondays does not condone or glorify criminal behavior.

The Romanovs & Rasputin Pt. 1: The Man Who Gained the Tsar’s Trust

Before the fall of the Romanov family, there was a man who somehow made his way into their inner circle. In Part 1, we break down the rise of Grigori Rasputin, from a Siberian peasant to a trusted figure inside the royal palace. We walk through the state of Russia leading up to the revolution, the pressure on Tsar Nicholas II and Alexandra, and the moment Rasputin gained their trust through their son, Alexei. As his influence grows, so do the rumors, the tension, and the fear surrounding him… leading up to one of the most talked-about deaths in history. 🎧 Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast hosted by Alejandra and her husband Tom. Each week, storyteller and spooky enthusiast Ale unpacks some of the most haunting cases she’s researched, dragging her husband along for the ride, whether he’s ready for it or not. He’s hearing it all for the first time… just like you. New here? Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen. Your guides through the strange, the sinister, and the spooky… For photos of todays episode visit our social handles or our website [https://macabremondays.com/episodes/]to learn more. Join us each week as we delve into the world where mystery meets the macabre: * Instagram: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/macabremondayspodcast?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe7irqG7jqVlgR9CDbPG3nhm_2rMQSaYRbZjNi9JSd9q6_-9bokAlxg0Ng_aem_CGhzHIHMPlIhRSxwj2gqFg] * Facebook: Macabre Mondays Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570552680287] * YouTube: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@MacabreMondaysPodcast] * TikTok: @macabremondayspodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@macabremondayspodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc] * X: @macabremondays_ [https://x.com/MacabreMondays_?fbclid=IwY2xjawH6j_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHdMsOsCd6lL_EJXUyDTpXQ9nXtv63t_f7_dRXoVyHdAqKU3c4jFrWmFVGw_aem_oBbmMqEoSV-nzkEyaxKzQg] 📬 Want to give us a scare?  Email us at: macabremondayspodcast@gmail.com Sources listed on our site! Disclaimer: Macabre Mondays is a true crime and paranormal podcast created for informational and entertainment purposes only. All information discussed in this episode has been compiled from publicly available sources, and while we strive for accuracy, we cannot guarantee that every detail is complete or free of error. The views and opinions expressed are those of the hosts and do not represent any law enforcement agency, court, or official organization. This content may include graphic descriptions of violence, which may not be suitable for all audiences. Listener and viewer discretion is advised. Macabre Mondays does not condone or glorify criminal behavior.