Episode 25 · 18 min · Twisted Tales with Heidi Wong

The Russian Sleep Experiment and Other Internet Nightmares

Published Mar 23, 2026by Crime HouseHorror · True crime

One candle for every story

1 - told, candle out
2 - told, candle out
3 - told, candle out
4 - told, candle out
5 - told, candle out
6 - told, candle out
7 - told, candle out
8 - told, candle out
9 - told, candle out
10 - told, candle out
11 - told, candle out
12 - told, candle out
13 - told, candle out
14 - being told, candle burning
15 - still to tell, candle lit
16 - still to tell, candle lit
17 - still to tell, candle lit
18 - still to tell, candle lit
19 - still to tell, candle lit
20 - still to tell, candle lit
21 - still to tell, candle lit
22 - still to tell, candle lit
23 - still to tell, candle lit
24 - still to tell, candle lit

Story 25 of 44. 24 told, 19 still waiting.

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What would happen if someone stayed awake for fifteen days? In this episode of Twisted Tales, Heidi Wong explores three legendary Creepypastas about science experiments that spiral into nightmare territory. From the infamous Russian Sleep Experiment to disturbing stories about sensory deprivation and immortality research, these internet horror legends blur the line between fiction and reality. Listen… if you dare. Head over to our Twisted Tales YouTube channel to WATCH this episode: If you’re new here, don’t forget to follow Twisted Tales to never miss a case! For Ad-free listening and early access to episodes, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. Twisted Tales is a Crime House Original Podcast, powered by PAVE Studios 🎧 Need More to Binge? Listen to other Crime House Originals Clues, Crime House 24/7, Serial Killers & Murderous Minds, Murder True Crime Stories, and more wherever you get your podcasts! Follow me on Social YouTube: @crimehousestudios Instagram: @Crimehouse TikTok: @Crimehouse Facebook: @crimehousestudios X: @crimehousemedia Twisted Tales is hosted by Heidi Wong Instagram: @itsheidiwong TikTok: @itsheidiwong

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