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Oct 21, 2025 19 min

Episode 17: Typhoid Mary

from Civil War and Ghost Stories Hosted by Stevie Barto

Step into the eerie world of Civil War and Ghost Stories as host Stevie Barto unearths the chilling tale of Mary Mallon—better known as “Typhoid Mary.” In this haunting episode, we trace Mary’s tragic journey from a hardworking immigrant cook to an infamous symbol of silent contagion. Discover how her beloved peach ice cream became a deadly weapon, how she defied medical orders in pursuit of the American Dream, and how her legacy lingers in the crumbling ruins of North Brother Island’s Riverside Hospital. With ghostly whispers, glowing apparitions, and a cursed past, this episode blends historical intrigue with supernatural suspense. Tune in… if you dare.

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