Episode 195 – A Christmas Nightmare: What Happened to the Sodder Family?

On Christmas Eve 1945, a fire destroyed the Sodder family home, leaving behind a mystery that has haunted true crime enthusiasts for decades. Five children vanished without a trace—no bodies, no bones, no answers. Was it a tragic accident? A kidnapping? Or something even darker? Strange events before and after the fire—a chilling phone call, cut telephone lines, and a cryptic photo received decades later—have fueled endless speculation.

In this episode, we dig into the baffling details, explore the most compelling theories, and uncover why this story remains one of America’s most unsettling unsolved mysteries. If you love true crime and the unexplained, this holiday episode is for you.

🎧 Start listening now and decide for yourself—what really happened to the Sodder children?

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