Lily Dale: America's Spiritualist Town | Can Mediums Really Speak to the Dead?

Send us Fan MailCan you really have one more conversation with someone you've lost?For nearly 150 years, people have traveled to Lily Dale, New York, hoping the answer is yes. Known as the world's most famous Spiritualist community, Lily Dale attracts thousands of visitors every summer seeking messages from loved ones through professional mediums.In this episode, we explore the fascinating history behind Lily Dale, from the Fox Sisters and the birth of modern Spiritualism to the famous Inspiration Stump, where public messages from the spirit world are still delivered today. We also look at the Maplewood Hotel, mysterious séances, the famous Azur spirit portrait, and the ongoing debate between believers and skeptics.Andi also shares her own personal experience visiting Lily Dale, including a private reading that revealed details she couldn't explain.Is it evidence of genuine communication with the dead? Cold reading? Coincidence? Or something else entirely?We'll let you decide.In this episode:The origins of Lily Dale and the Spiritualist movementThe Fox Sisters and the birth of modern mediumshipInspiration Stump and public spirit messagesWhat actually happens during a Lily Dale readingEarly séance accounts and trumpet circlesThe Maplewood Hotel and the mysterious Azur paintingWhy skeptics question mediumshipAndi's firsthand experience at Lily DaleA listener story from a Civil War farmhouse near AntietamHave you ever had an experience that made you wonder if our loved ones are still with us?Tell us your story at [email protected]. Your story could be featured in a future "Somebody Told Me" segment.Visit us at www.youtwoscaremepodcast.com for merch, blog posts, and more spooky adventures.If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share the podcast with someone who loves the strange, mysterious, and unexplained.**Note**Our recording stopped as we were introducing our Somebody Told Me segment, so we didn't get to properly introduce Jake, a wonderful maintenance man who came to Andi's house to do an annual inspection. He was waiting for a contractor when Andi asked him if he had any spooky stories. At first he said no, but then he shared the story of his 289 year old house near a Civil War battlefield. Thank you for your story, Jake!The You Two Scare Me Podcast is hosted by Andi Zyvith and Feliz AndrewsOriginal Music by Stefan TatkaDisclaimer: The You Two Scare Me Podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. The views, opinions, and discussions presented in this show are those of the hosts and guests, and should not be considered factual statements, professional advice, or verified accounts. Our content often includes folklore, paranormal stories, urban legends, and speculative material, which may not be historically accurate. Listener discretion is advised, as some episodes may include sensitive themes such as death, violence, or trauma. All stories are shared with respect for the cultures and communities connected to them, and no harm or offense is intended.Support the showVisit our Socials!Instagram:  @youtwoscareme_podcastFacebook:  You Two Scare Me PodcastTikTok: @youtwoscaremepodcast