Box Number Seven

It's been a minute. Hoping to be back at cruising altitude from here.

In October of 1843, the literary genius Charles Dickens sat down to embark on what was in its original intent a cold, calculated business venture, intended to offset impending financial losses. While his previous works, The Pickwick Papers and The Old CuriosityShop had risen to meteoric levels of sales and positive critical acclaim, other works like Barnaby Rudge and Martin Chuzzlewit had conversely registered numbers far less in magnitude than the author had originally expected. This left Dickens slightly bewildered and uncomfortable--and somewhat compromised—as his business partners of the day were tightening the pressure on him to produce a palatable work. And one that would make it to press by that December. He had absolutely no idea how deep an emotional chord his little story would strike with the ordinary citizen—a simple story of redemption.Today, I would like to discuss what is arguably the most famousof all the works of Charles Dickens—A Christmas Carol—and a few of it’s cinematic offshoots, adaptations and transmogrifications.On Box Number Seven.

November 30th, 1921, Over 100 years ago—a rural town in northern California was engaged in the mid-season holiday machinations. People baking pies, making presents and generally enjoying the wintry intermission between Thanksgiving and the upcoming Christmas celebrations.What was a normal foggy winter morning--would become a moment that was so horrible, that there is no way to recall the moments without invoking the carnage that ensued.—the moment that a school carriage containing 15 souls would intersect with an oncoming train, killing nearly everyone, many of them instantly—the horrific nature of the scene—a a scene that technically reverberates right through the ledger lines of school-bus protocol to this day.

35 year old Claude Nobs had no idea that simple act of heroism in a 1971 fire would echo so long.Hope you like itThank you to Dino Jelusick for the opening liner promo.

In May of 1892, John and Charles Ruggles conspired to rob a Wells Fargo Stagecoach just outside Shasta Ca. A man would be killed in the process and by July a clandestine community of men would circumvent the judicial process. Right or wrong, the moment cast a pall over California--as the photographic remnant would be disseminated worldwide.Further speculation about there the stolen gold was, might be or is goes on every today.On this episode, I am joined by Ryan McCloskey, most recently appearing on Discovery Channel's Expedition Unknown with Josh Gates, to discuss the dispositional theories of the loot.Inquires about the information accrued, interviews or so forth can be sent to [email protected] McCloskey can be found on Instagram: @Redding_cemetery_toursRyna was featured on Discovery Channel's "Expedition Uknown". The Great Gold Rush Shootout.

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The Goat--through the eyes of the GOAT.

NOTE: The YouTube version off this has a video presentation to go along with the narrative!It can be found here:If you are in any way familiar with the saga of the Ruggles Brothers' 1892 robbery, killing and subsequent lynching at the hands of an anonymous, midnight populace, you may think that Smith Mountain Cemetery was their final resting place.As I discovered a few weeks ago, this is not the case, and while that part may not be a mystery to everyone, the actual burial site has been in obscurity for many years. Through a combination of Providence, technology and an obsessive need to keep looking, I have found it. Here is the brief rundown.

In which I fall on my sword for complete and utter dereliction. But I have my reasons.

if you listened to Episode #52, you'll get it.If you haven't --DO SO NOW.

In episode 17 of my podcast, I discuss the 1909 Airship disaster in Redding, California that claimed one life and damaged another. Perhaps you remember my peripheral fascination with the 78 year old man that was trampled in the melee--, and the brief itemization of physical traumas he survived before--and after this one.I went back, simply intending to make a more detailed itemization of my hero-sub-plot--dude.--and discovered that he was a ridiculously-active human being, with his fingers in everything.And he was present during some of the Wests's most formative years.

My last show was hauntingly prophetic. I had no idea that a historical preservation site in Indonesia--@Indonesia_Graveyard -- was going to become the absolute incarnate definition of what I was talking about.Ruri and Reyhan are the definition of God's messengers. They located a lost burial place--belonging to a man-- for his children on the other side of the world.And changed lives.They deserve their own episode.

Sorry for the late entry this week. I've been slammed. But I'll explain why.

It's 1945, and World War II is about to come to an abrupt end at the hands of an atomic bomb over Hiroshima.The US naval vessel responsible for delivering the radioactive uranium, would make port, and then head for the Philippines--where a Japanese submarine would have the vessel completely submerged in twelve minutes with a brutal complement of torpedoes.This is their story, and an aftermath with an even more cruel end--highlighting the transcendent nature of honor, and the dark responsibility it can heap upon a person.

A 1979 excavation of a small Victorian house in Sacramento opened a three dimension vortex of a world 100 years prior. This is the story of May Woolsey. Dead at 12, her story and life live on.

A brief look at a phenomena that you have every reason to find suspect at some point.

DEAR YOUTUBE VIEWERS;YES--I AM AWARE THAT THESE VIDEOS ARE ONLY STILL PHOTOS. I HAVE ONLY A FINITE AMOUNT OF TIME IN THE DAY TO MAKE A PODCAST. AS OF RIGHT NOW, I'M AN AUDIO PODCAST ON ALL THE MAJOR PLATFORMS. I WOULD LOVE IT IF YOU FOUND ME THERE AND SUPPORTED ME. I WILL HOPEFULLY BE ABLE TO MAKE THIS PLATOFRM MORE DYNAMIC, BUT I'M NEW, AND TRYING TO MAKE IT ALL WORK.With the death of Ozzy careening across the news, I thought it appropriate to fast-track an episode I had intended to.Ozzy: The authentic guy, and how that made him what he is.

A brief look at infrastructural fame.

I look back at the Pirates canon, and speculate about where it might be headed.That's not a good prognostication.But I'm willing to let them take me with it for a small part.

I came across David Sven's music last week. I liked it.Then I smelled a rat. Something is off.We are heading into very uncharted and horrific waters with A.I.C heck it out for yourself: @davidsvenofficial

A little mid-week (ish) material.Thanks for your support!!

Ron Chernow (author of "Hamilton") is back with a GIANT biography of my favorite writer of all time.I just finished it, and give my impressions.

Not a real episode per se. Just some nihilistic rumination which . . . actually is normal.Never mind.

Sherri Papini is featured in a new documentary--""Caught in the Lie."I examine a few points that stand out to me. I make no argument for or against it, for the most part, and claim no comprehensive review here.I extend an invitation for her to come on my podcast: [email protected]: picture generated by me using Chat GPT for concept.

I took a few minutes to discuss my admiration for, and cast an empathetic sendoff for an actual genius.

What you may not know is—Isaac Newton was one part scientist, and two parts theologian—and not only didn’t refrain from any perceived overlap, but always stated that the prior would always vindicate the essential core of the latter—that all planetary motions, ellipses, and core issues of matter and light proceeded from something far more omnipotent.He would go on to write a commentary on the book of Daniel, examining Old testament prophecies, and then follow it with a commentary on Revelation.

Just a note of thanks for your listenership and a couple of observations.

The Donner Party are a group of people that, quite simplistically, got stranded while emigrating west. And all because of an error-ridden travel book written by a rogue opportunist who wanted to flood California with western - bound emigrants.What does this have to do with Twenty-One Pilots?Believe it or not, a lot.

I recently sat down with Luke Van Mol, of Mighty Men of Valor Studios, to discuss the making of, proceeds for and hopes for distribution for their 2024, faith-based romantic comedy, Miracle Mile.Luke is the first "across the table" guests I've had, so anything I might have missed in terms of intellectual or professional curiosity comes down to my own two green, podcasting thumbs.Mighty Men of Valor Studios Website.MIRACLE MILE--Amazon link.Mighty Men of Valor Studios--Facebook.Mighty Men of Valor Studios--Instagram.

When President John F. Kennedy was killed in November 19 63, his body was taken to a hospital in Dallas. It was quickly commandeered by the Secret Service and by nightfall, his body was already back in Washington at Bethesda Naval Medical Center under the eyeballs of military doctors to conduct an autopsy. Kennedy‘s brain was removed and put to the side in a metal canister. Shortly after that, it was gone and really never found again. The interesting thing is, is it stolen body parts from famous dead people has been a cottage industry since time in memorial--and sometimes, the stolen object is equally surprising--and appalling.

The Cigar Box Guitar--more influential that you ever knew.Shane Speal's website: https://www.cigarboxguitar.com/knowledge-base/shane-speal/CBGITTY: Your former home for parts. kits and everything else! https://www.cbgitty.comJustin Johnson. If you haven't checked him out do so. You'll never regret what he brings to music:https://www.justinjohnsonlive.comGlen Kaiser's CBGs:https://grrrrecords.com/cigar-box-guitars-1

In this podcast I go over . . . . a bunch of stuff. Explaining the journey. Promos, social media, etc.

In 1924, Major league baseball was still reeling from scandalous , insider corruption for the World Series. Two members of the New York Yankees, babe Ruth and Bob Muesle—convinced a skittish baseball commissioner to let them tour the west coast by train, playing exhibition games with local teams.The comparatively anonymous mountain town of Dunsmuir California would become the flashpoint for a sea-change in the public temperature—with disproportionally large media coverage.Two home runs, two broken bats, and a long-term relationship would be forged between a notched-in mining town—and the Great bambino.Come find out—at box number seven

Recently declassified CIA documents show that our government has been using occult practices for information Gathering. meanwhile the Vatican possibly holds a scientific phenomenon in its possession that would change the face of the earth if true.The irony is not lost on me.

A transliterated Latin text from the 12th century is at the heart of new intrigue and discussions--especially in light of Pope Frances' notable passing right after Easter Sunday.Current events being what they are, and with polarizing leaders all over the world--there is a sense that something apocalyptic could be rising.We will talk about this book.Email: [email protected]

You've heard of them. They supposedly had atrocious metaphysical and philosophical gravity.They were blown up by some grumpy person that didn't like them

Walt Disney's Swan work, The Pirates of the Caribbean, has a myriad of values, influences and crossover works. Not the least of which is the cinematic continuance of the vision.Also. George Lucas is not a good person.

Lots of good stuff coming up soon!

Northern California would confront a serial rapist and killer that would terrify a community for two months. Five women, raped and beaten and four others murdered, as the crimes escalated in severity.I was looking through the papers, searching for old news about . . . Elvis, when I came across a forgotten crime that happened a year earlier, but with an M.O. nearly identical to Darrel Rich's most heinous --and final--crime.This podcast is about the thinking, theories, and ultimate "answers" provided to me.

Paul Gertner's routine:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gx3spZi1FjMTommy Wonder's Two Cup routine:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJb75kSrTHU

A rant. Based on my need to scrap an episode. Because: Living people.

Jayne Mansfield was killed in a Macabre car wreck in 1967. It was rumored that her relationship to Anton LaVey brought about a curse that caused the fatal crash.Many details and Turns would be discovered. And a few suprising things would come of it.

August 9, 1969 is a date that will live in infamy. It was an era that anyone with even a fleeting cognitive recall would be able to recite the address—10050 Cielo Drive from memory—and for many, many years to come.. It was also the site of second high profile death of a beautiful actress—following Jayne Mansfield by two years—only this time—it was murder.As the Manson Clan was prosecuted and ultimately convicted of this murder ands others--Prosecutor Vincent Bugliosi would cash in as a hero and author.But did his need for inarguably-stark prosecutorial margins compromise the truth?\Tom O'Neill thinks so. And today I discuss his fascinating book.

Harry Houdini placed the trust and support for contacting his deceased mother into the hands of a friend. It didn't go well.Find out why.Follow me: Instagram @boxnumbersevenEmail: Boxnumber seven (at) Yahoo (dot) com

Borat has nothing on these people. And they played the "icewater in the veins" tactics in 1910.

More than 20 years before the Hindenberg came down in horrifying fashion, a norther California town and 2000 residents watched as an innovative performance artist lost his life on the Airship America.

Just saying thanks for listening.

Look, I could be wrong. But I have a few complaints about the halftime show, and not so much the political stuff.I mainly tired of beta-male rappers having diss-fights. And while the lack of occult underpinnings were cool, I almost miss them in some perverse sense.

When Mary Shelley penned her supremely famous Gothic novel, Frankenstein, she may have been attempting to tunnel away from any sense of divine intervention within the confines of a scientific story, replete with human error. But was she really trying to do that? And did her mention of “Prometheus“ in the book's actual title signify that she was aware of the structural underpinnings of the fall of man, from the creation of the world?

In this episode, we briefly speculate about the nature of A.I., its implications for mankind, an a plausible argument for its own quasi-occultic origins.Instagram: @BoxnumbersevenEmail: [email protected]