Short Stuff: Body Under The Bed

This Stuff You Should Know episode dives into one of those rare urban legends that's actually real: the disturbing phenomenon of guests unknowingly sleeping above decomposed bodies hidden under mattresses in hotel rooms. Josh and Chuck explore multiple documented cases between 1982 and the present day, examining how bodies end up in these spaces through murder, attempted concealment, and the grim reality of hotel suicides. The episode also touches on how the hospitality industry handles these tragic situations and what hotels have implemented to prevent guest deaths.