The Mad Gasser: Gaslight in Mattoon

Charles VI: Dinner With Death

A royal feast. A horrifying mistake. And one king who never recovered. This week on The House Red, we dive into the bizarre and gruesome story of Charles VI of France and the infamous meal that may have helped seal his fate. From medieval medicine to royal excess, this is one dinner France would never forget.

The Greenbriar Ghost: The Witness Beyond the Grave

In this episode of The House Red, we dive into the chilling true story of the Greenbrier Ghost — the only known case in U.S. history where a ghost’s testimony helped solve a murder. Young bride Zona Shue was found dead under mysterious circumstances and what followed shocked an entire town, baffled a courtroom, and turned a local legend into one of America’s strangest murder cases.

Genghis Khan: From Outcast to Emperor

In this episode, we explore the life of Genghis Khan—from an outcast on the Mongolian steppe to the leader of one of the largest empires in history. Was he a ruthless conqueror who left devastation in his wake, or a brilliant strategist who reshaped the world? We break down his rise, his tactics, and the lasting impact of the Mongol Empire—and ask whether history has judged him fairly.

The Mad Gasser: Gaslight in Mattoon

In 1944, the quiet town of Mattoon, Illinois was gripped by a bizarre and terrifying mystery. A phantom attacker. A town in panic. And a mystery that still doesn’t quite make sense. This week, The House Red dives into the strange case of the Mad Gasser of Mattoon.

Mucutuy Siblings: 4 Children, 40Days

After a plane crash deep in the Amazon, four children vanished into one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth. For 40 days, they survived alone—guided by the eldest, whose courage and instincts kept them alive against impossible odds. This is a story of survival, resilience, and a jungle that didn’t take them.