Haunted Happy Hour Podcast

Join us as we chat about and recap our trip to the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO.—————————Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Come hang with us as we dive into our investigation at the Rock Island Roadhouse (also known as the Dan Vinar Furniture Store)! We teamed up with the Nightmare Explorers crew and the awesome Tina Tibbetts from Journey into the Haunted. Want the backstory on this spooky spot? Check out Season 1, Episodes 17 & 18 — Spirits of Vinar Furniture — for all the eerie history.—————————Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Join us for the last episode of the year as we wrap things up and chat about 3 paranormal myths. ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

In this episode, we sit down with Rebecca Williamson, the owner of the Cambre House in Nauvoo, IL, a historic property with a rich past and a reputation for paranormal activity. Join us as Rebecca takes us on a journey through the house's history—from its origins to present day—and shares unexplainable accounts of the mysterious happenings that have occurred within the home and surrounding property. For more on the Cambre House, visit: https://cambrehouse.com/ https://www.facebook.com/CambreHouse/ https://www.instagram.com/cambre.house/ ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Join us as we share four of our must-read paranormal books and why they deserve a spot on your reading list. Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal investigator or just curious about the unexplained, this episode has something for everyone! ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Tune in to our LIVE recording from the Illinois Paranormal Conference! Join us as we delve into the eerie histories and share our chilling personal encounters at four infamous Illinois hotspots: Ashmore Estates (Ashmore, IL) Historic Quarters One (Rock Island, IL) The Rock Island Roadhouse (Rock Island, IL) DeSoto House Hotel (Galena, IL) ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

For our first Shot episode of the season, we’re talking about 4 of our "must visit" or bucket list locations. ————————— Featured in this episode: The Activity Continues Podcast | Check them out! https://bit.ly/m/TACpod ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

In today's episode, we'll explore the legendary Chateau Marmont, unraveling its mysterious past filled with celebrity intrigue and haunting activity. We then move to the iconic Roosevelt Hotel, uncovering its rich history entwined with Hollywood's golden era, revealing the secrets hidden behind its glamorous facade. ————————— SHOW NOTES: Dan Aykroyd Reveals 5 Haunted Spots to Visit in Los Angeles The Chateau Marmont Has Been Home to These Famous Guests | Architectural Digest. Haunted Chateau Marmont in LA - FrightFind https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2020/10/16/haunted-hollywood-and-its-ghosts-await-the-intrepid-tourist/?sh=58c9c67e4a2f https://hauntedhouses.com/california/hollywood-roosevelt-hotel/ https://www.lunaticsproject.com/post/haunted-history-the-hollywood-roosevelt-hotel https://patch.com/california/hollywood/haunted-history-behind-hollywood-roosevelt ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Let’s talk Hollywood—bright lights and big city. Today we bring you a house where one of the the most horrific crimes in American culture took place and an iconic institution on the Sunset Strip in L.A. ————————— Show Notes: https://allthatsinteresting.com/10050-cielo-drive https://www.aetv.com/real-crime/charles-manson-early-life-before-the-family-cult https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/a40834300/10050-cielo-drive-sharon-tate-house/ https://www.britannica.com/biography/Charles-Manson https://www.mamamia.com.au/manson-victims-haunting/ https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/31-days-of-halloween/a-twisted-history-at-10050-cielo-drive-the-sharon-tate-house/ https://hauntedhouses.com/california/the-comedy-store/ https://parade.com/704915/parade/haunted-hollywood-tinseltowns-most-disturbing-legends/  ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

In this episode, we go on a thrilling journey through two haunted locations: Loftus Hall in Ireland and the Old Baraboo Inn in Wisconsin. Join us as we delve into the chilling tales and paranormal encounters that have earned these historic establishments their eerie reputations. ————————— Show Notes: Leamaneh Castle | Haunted County Clare, Ireland | Spirited Isle. Loftus Hall: Most Haunted House in Ireland Has Not Revealed All Its Dark Secrets | Ancient Origins The Most Haunted House in Ireland: The Loftus House https://hauntedhouses.com/wisconsin/old-baraboo-inn/ https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/wisconsin/old-baraboo-inn-wi/ https://www.bumpinthenight.net/night-at-the-old-baraboo-inn ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

In our last episode, we mentioned that we're embracing the spirit of Ireland in honor of St. Patrick's Day, so join us today as we delve into tales of a haunted Irish battlefield and an eerie island with a mansion built by Irish aristocrats. ————— Show Notes THE AUGHRIM BATTLEFIELD Haunted Battlefield Ireland Jacobitism - Wikipedia Is Aughrim Battlefield Haunted? https://www.varsitytutors.com/earlyamerica/early-america-review/volume-10/the-tragedy-of-harmon-blennerhassett https://www.blennerhassettislandsp.com/history.html https://www.wboy.com/only-on-wboy-com/paranormal-w-va/native-american-and-irish-aristocrat-spirits-haunt-famous-island-known-for-scandal-and-treason-paranormal-w-va/ https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Blennerhasset-4 https://www.hiddenmarietta.com/public-ghost-hunts ————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

We delve into the captivating histories of Leap Castle in Ireland and The Irish Legend in Willow Springs, Illinois. Leap Castle, full of legends, betrayal and tragedy, stands as one of Ireland's most haunted locations. The Irish Legend brings a touch of Celtic charm to the Midwest with its own reported unexplained phenomena. ————————— Show Notes: Leap Castle Leap Castle ghost story The Ghosts of Leap Castle, Roscrea, Co. Offaly | Haunted Rooms® The Most Haunted Castle In Ireland: Look Inside Leap Castle The Bloody Chapel at Leap Castle | Ireland's Abandoned Ruins 0 | Ciaran McHugh Photography. https://hauntedhouses.com/illinois/ohenrys-roadhouse-building/ https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/chicago-irish-legend https://www.hauntedrockford.com/irish-legend-pub-2/ https://theirishlegend.com/ ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

From the Trans-Allegheny's haunting past as a mental institution to the Maxwell Mansion's opulent beginnings as the first mansion in Lake Geneva, WI, each site offers a unique glimpse into a rich tapestry of history and paranormal activity.  ——— Show Notes: https://www.wvencyclopedia.org/articles/2434 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trans-Allegheny_Lunatic_Asylum https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/haunted/articles/trans-allegheny-lunatic-asylum https://www.talkspace.com/blog/history-inhumane-mental-health-treatments/ https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/wisconsin-most-haunted-places https://drloihjournal.blogspot.com/2019/05/philip-maxwell-md-the-eleventh-and-last-surgeon-of-fort-dearborn.html ——— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

In this episode, hosts Lili and Vanessa recount their overnight investigation at Ashmore Estates, where they encountered phantom footsteps, knocking, other unexplainable noises and took part in their first Estes Method sessions. Paranormal Team: Eternal Paranormal ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio —————————

In this season premiere episode, we plunge into the chilling history of Ashmore Estates, once a forsaken poor farm turned psychiatric institution, while the team gears up for their overnight investigation. ---- Show Notes Ashmore Estates - Haunted Asylum in Illinois | Paranormal Review - Paranormal Milwaukee https://youtu.be/zJryLx5CmQ4?si=DwDPymF5F-VXvQLU Jack Osbourne's Night of Terror - Ashmore Estates Ashmore Estates – Destination Fear (Season 4, Episode 6) ---- Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ----

In this season finale, we'll explore the belief in how the paranormal is becoming more and more widespread. We'll also talk about some listener paranormal encounters and delve into a few supernatural celebrity experiences. ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour⁠ ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

Today in the Spirit Lounge we talk about the notorious Killer Clown and a conspiracy theory that inspired the Netflix series, Stranger Things. ————————— Show Notes John Wayne Gacy https://allthatsinteresting.com/haunted-paintings/9 https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/article/2770 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnqjXSs-mLM( survivor that got away) https://allthatsinteresting.com/john-wayne-gacy-house https://thoughtnova.com/sold-serial-killer-john-wayne-gacys-house-of-terror https://graphics.chicagotribune.com/john-wayne-gacy-murders-40-years-later/index.html https://sites.google.com/view/ursula-bielski/john-wayne-gacy-ghosts-of-the-killer-clown https://mysteriouschicago.com/john-wayne-gacy-and-death-alley/ https://ghostlypodcast.com/episode/030-john-wayne-gacy-the-killer-clown/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Wayne_Gacy Montauk Project https://roadtrippers.com/magazine/camp-hero-montauk-conspiracy-theories/ https://www.discovery.com/shows/mysteries-of-the-abandoned/episodes/the-montauk-conspiracy https://strangerthings.fandom.com/wiki/Montauk#:~:text=The%20reason%20this%20concept%20was,the%20continuation%20of%20their%20stories. https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/document/06760269 ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour⁠ ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

In this episode we talk about the Tiedemann House, a historic mansion in Cleveland, Ohio, is shrouded in tales of paranormal activity and spectral manifestations. The house has a haunting history, with reports of ghostly apparitions and eerie occurrences. We also chat about The Hotel del Coronado. Beyond its elegant facade the Hotel del Coronado is renowned for its alleged hauntings, with one tale in particular captivating many—the mysterious and tragic story of Kate Morgan. ————————— Show Notes: https://hoteldel.com/timeline/kate-morgan-mystery-begins/ https://www.historichotels.org/us/hotels-resorts/hotel-del-coronado/ghost-stories.php https://www.travelchannel.com/interests/haunted/articles/americas-most-notorious-hotel-ghosts https://sandiegomagazine.com/everything-sd/living-design/i-tried-it-room-3327-at-hotel-del-coronado/ The true tragic history behind Cleveland's haunted Franklin Castle Franklin Castle, one of Ohio’s ‘most haunted houses,’ is looking for brave visitors to stay the night - cleveland.com https://clevelandhistorical.org/items/show/531 https://clevelandvintage.com/blogs/cleveland/the-tale-of-the-most-haunted-house-in-ohio https://www.justshortofcrazy.com/most-haunted-places-in-the-midwest-for-a-scary-adventure/ https://thelittlehouseofhorrors.com/franklin-castle/ ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: ⁠https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour⁠ ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

For this episode we talk about conniving entrepreneur, Herb Baumeister. He was not only the founder of the Sav-A-Lot thrift store chain, but also lived a sinister secret. We’ll also chat about a mysterious and unexplained phenomenon in Gurdon, Arkansas that has intrigued locals and visitors for decades. 

In this final episode of our October Theme: Cryptids, Legends & Beyond, we take one last look at some fascinating myths. Pull up a drink and join us for some mysterious encounters with the unknown and the unexplained. ————————— Show Notes: https://www.infobae.com/america/mexico/2019/02/17/el-personaje-enterrado-debajo-de-un-arbol-en-el-panteon-de-belen-que-busca-regresar-para-cobrar-venganza/ https://archive.ph/20230715042351/https://medium.com/answer-beach/what-is-a-skinwalker-exploring-the-legends-beliefs-and-myths-6516582f7c6b#selection-629.0-641.264 https://euro.eseuro.com/local/1319301.html ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

For this episode, we had some fun digging into some of our favorite movie curses. Are they coincidence, rumors or something otherworldly? Cursed horror movies are the stuff of urban legends and Hollywood lore—Their mystique woven into the fabric of cinematic history. While it's sometimes just coincidence, superstition, and rumor that create the perception of curses, some horror films have experienced unusual and tragic events during or after production. ————————— Sources https://www.biography.com/movies-tv/the-poltergeist-curse-its-heeere https://chatnewstoday.ca/2020/08/12/the-stranger-than-fiction-stories-surrounding-the-omen/ https://screenrant.com/horror-movies-that-are-cursed https://vocal.media/horror/10-horror-movies-that-were-allegedly-cursed https://www.slashfilm.com/631077/horror-movies-that-were-cursed-in-real-life/ ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour

Continuing on with our October theme, we chat about 10 mysterious legends of the Heartland. From cryptids to legends and even UFO abductions— Pull up a drink and join us for some mysterious encounters with the unknown and the unexplained. ————————— Show Notes: https://myamericanodyssey.com/the-van-meter-visitor/ https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/2008/10/27/silencing-the-banshee-of-brady-street/#:~:text=Legend%20tells%20of%20a%20family,in%20a%20bathtub%20soon%20after.  https://qctimes.com/news/local/markham-murders/youtube_f3a2d3f8-5694-5500-8882-9b0ce9919ed3.html https://michaelkleen.com/2018/12/04/tragedy-and-lore-of-death-curve/ Eerie Quad Cities. 160. by Michael McCarty, John Brassard Jr., Jason McLean (Illustrator). ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour —————————

For this first episode of our October spooky series, we’re talking Urban Legends. Join us to hear tales of curses, haunted bridges, ghost trains, vanishing hitchhikers and more.    ————————— Show Notes: https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/creepiest-urban-legend-in-every-state-american-folklore https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/04/la-llorona-real-mexican-legend-curse-of-la-llorona-movie https://www.hullhousemuseum.org/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/jane-addams-hull-house-museum https://chicago.suntimes.com/2022/10/25/23412100/hull-house-museum-ghost-tours-devil-baby-uic-university-illinois-jane-addams https://www.insider.com/urban-legends-us-2018-1#arizona-the-ghosts-of-slaughterhouse-canyon-3 https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/arizona/slaughterhouse-canyon-az/  http://www.njghs.net/ph  otosevps/ghosttrain.html  https://www.travelchannel.com/shows/urban-legend-2022/articles/creepy-urban-legends-from-each-state  https://www.themoonlitroad.com/goatmans-bridge-denton-texas-ghost-story/ https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/goatmans-bridge ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour —————————

S2 E23: Missouri State Penitentiary, a maximum security prison dubbed the bloodiest 47 acres in America by Time Magazine, has housed some of the country's most notorious criminals such as  Pretty Boy Floyd and James Earl Ray. The prison is definitely no stranger to paranormal activity.   Located in Mt. Pleasant, near the center of Michigan’s lower peninsula, Central Michigan University has its share of rumored paranormal activity and ghost stories that have developed over the years.  ————————— Show Notes: CMU https://www.cmich.edu/research/clarke-historical-library/explore-collection/explore-online/cmu-history/buildings-on-cmu-campus/the-buildings-of-cmu#a6  https://cmuhistory.cmich.edu/?a=d&d=IsabellaCSL19370602.1.1&e=-------en-10--1--txt-txIN--------  https://www.ourmidland.com/news/article/Things-that-go-bump-at-CMU-7126843.php  https://medium.com/haley-course-portfolio/hauntings-in-cmus-enrollment-office-786ae8d68afc ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma ————————— Toilet Rats CONTACT: [email protected] Bandcamp: toiletrats.bandcamp.com Instagram: @toiletrats Available on all major streaming platforms and Bandcamp as of March 3, 2023. Cassettes available from Steadfast Records. Steadfast Records: Steadfastrecords.net ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour  —————————

S2 E22: Known as the most haunted house in the middle of nowhere, the historic Boyd House is full of mystery…and spirits. Over the last few years, visitors to the home have had their own experiences with the resident spirits—who are more than willing to try and share their secrets with those who visit. Jill Shelley, owner of the Boyd House and founder of St. Croix Paranormal, joins us in the Spirit Lounge to talk more about the secrets held within the walls of the Boyd House.  Visit boydhouse217.com for more on how to reserve your overnight stay. ————————— Show Notes: Boyd House: The Documentary https://youtu.be/mcUX0vH1QsI?feature=shared The Haunted Boyd House | Private overnight paranormal adventures  https://boydhouse217.com https://www.facebook.com/Boydhouse217/ ————————— Bumper Music Toilet Rats: Haunted Haus CONTACT: [email protected] Bandcamp: toiletrats.bandcamp.com Instagram: @toiletrats Available on all major streaming platforms and Bandcamp as of March 3, 2023. Cassettes available from Steadfast Records. Steadfast Records: Steadfastrecords.net ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour —————————   Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E21: In this last episode of our Summer Campfire Stories, we share our last 2 stories of a couple eerie filled camping locations. Mammoth Cave National Park, found in Kentucky,  is a natural wonder—the largest known cave system in the world that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Among the many intriguing mysteries of Mammoth Cave are sightings of ghostly figures that appear now and again along major tour routes. Fort Worden Historical State Park has gained a notoriety for being one of the most haunted locations in the Pacific Northwest. As a former military fort with a long and storied history, it’s not surprising that it has accumulated tales of strange happenings and  ghostly encounters. The park's many historic buildings, underground bunkers, and eerie landscapes have contributed to the allure of the hauntings.   ————————— Show Notes: Fort Worden https://www.koin.com/news/washington/washington-state-haunted-state-park-fort-worden-historical-state-park/ http://hauntedhouses.com/washington/fort-worden-guard-house/ https://hollowhill.com/fort-worden-man-in-blue/ ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour ————————— Get Connected Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E20: Join us around the campfire as we share stories from two eerie filled camping locations. One, is a County Park that has an interesting past and the other is a National Park that's filled with intriguing legends and unexplained phenomena. ————————— SHOW NOTES Sources: Lake Morena County Park, CA https://www.sandiegohaunted.com/san-diego-haunted-locations-places-homes/campo/lake-morena-paranormal-ghost-haunt/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morena_Dam https://fox5sandiego.com/entertainment/did-you-know-san-diego-county-has-a-haunted-lake/ https://kollathmccann.com/?portfolio=the-ahwahnee-hotel-yosemite-national-park-ca-%E2%80%A2-top-floor-suites  https://amyscrypt.com/paranormal-activity-yosemite-hotel/ https://frightfind.com/ahwahnee-hotel/ https://thenationsvacation.com/travel_guide/national-park-ghost-stories/ https://the-line-up.com/8-creepy-urban-legends-haunting-yosemite-national-park https://youtu.be/VHsEr_9IIVM | Strange Alien Stick-like creatures caught on security camera above Fresno in Yosemite (Video Tests) ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour Email | [email protected] Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E19: For this second episode of our Summer Campfire Stories, we share stories of 2 state parks: Bannack State Park & Maquoketa Caves State Park. One, a wild west camping ground and the other a park that has seen its share of recent tragedy.   ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast   Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow TikTok | @HauntedHappyHour   Email | [email protected]   Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E18: In this episode, we kick off our Summer Mini Series: Campfire Stories. Join us in the Spirit Lounge as we talk about the mysteries of the the Freetown-Fall River State Forest & The Devil’s Tramping Ground. ————————— Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma ————————— To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast   Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow   Email | [email protected]   Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E17: In this episode, we cover one of our favorite topics, Haunted Objects.     We talk about a few of our favorite objects that come with some interesting and eerie stories.     This is also our last episode until we return in July with our summer series.      —————————     Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio    Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma    —————————    To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour    —————————      Get Connected    Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast    Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow    Email | [email protected]    Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour    —————————

S2 E16: This week, we had a surprise guest on the show, who filled in briefly for Lili, as her voice kept trying to slip away.     We first talk about the Belle Gunness, better known as the Black Widow of the Midwest. It was said that she killed many people throughout her life, including her own children.  It was also said that she had a temper that could change at the drop of a hat. Yet, she was able to hide this sinister secret hobby very well.    Then our surprise guests tells us about The Old Lake County Jail in Crown Point, Indiana. Also known as the Sheriff's House and Jail, it’s a historic building with a fascinating history. One of the most notable aspects of the Old Lake County Jail is its association with the infamous American gangster, John Dillinger.       Stories: The Black Widow of the Midwest & The Old Lake County Jail, Crown Point, IN      —————————    Show Notes    Sources:  Black Widow  https://yesterdaysamerica.com/the-haunted-farm-of-an-indiana-serial-killer/    https://laportecountyhistory.org/exhibits/belle-gunness/    https://allthatsinteresting.com/belle-gunness    https://www.biography.com/crime/belle-gunness    https://www.chicagotribune.com/history/ct-vintage-tribune-belle-gunness-20230423-cget7qrte5halehjtc633g6d7m-story.html       Peoria State Hospital  https://www.oldsheriffshouse.org/timeline.html    https://hauntedus.com/indiana/old-lake-county-jail/    https://www.bumpinthenight.net/night-at-the-old-lake-county-jail    https://www.tripadvisor.com/LocationPhotoDirectLink-g37043-d12271761-i248550349-Lake_County_Sheriff_s_House_Jail-Crown_Point_Indiana.html       —————————      Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio   Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma   —————————    To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————      Get Connected    Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast    Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow    Email | [email protected]    Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour    —————————

S2 E15: In this week’s episode we talk about the Bettendorf mansion in Bettendorf, IA, constructed for William Bettendorf. He wanted a home that would scream power and success, but also serve as a hub for entertaining his wealthy friends and businessmen. Today, the mansion serves as a part of the Masonic Health Facilities and some have also claimed to have seen the spirit of Mr. Bettendorf himself, roaming the halls of his “hidden gem.”     We then travel about an 1.5hrs south to Bartonville, IL to talk about the Peoria State Hospital, originally known as the Illinois Asylum for the Incurably Insane. In the over 70 years that the facility was in operation, thousands of people lost their lives here, due to either illness, suicide, or possibly something even more sinister. Since its closure, many people believe that the hospital's history and the experiences of its patients and staff have left behind traces of residual energy, and along with it, spirits that also continue to linger the grounds of this once immense 216 acre campus.       Stories: Bettendorf Mansion, Bettendorf, IA & Peoria State Hospital (Asylum), Bartonville, IL     —————————     Show Notes     Sources:   Ghost Hunting on a Budget⁠ Article Bettendorf Mansion   https://johnbrassardjr.com/2021/10/31/the-house-on-the-hill-the-haunted-history-of-the-w-p-bettendorf-mansion/     https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_P._Bettendorf       Peoria State Hospital   https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/peoria-state-hospital   https://www.peoriastatehospital.com/psh-history     https://www.bumpinthenight.net/peoria     https://www.almanac.com/man-who-cried-everyone     —————————       Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio     Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma     —————————-     Affiliate:   Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.     New members can try Audible free for 30 days     So, head on over and start listening!     Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————       To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————       Get Connected     Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast     Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow     Email | [email protected]     Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour     —————————  

S2 E14: Our first story this week, takes us to Ohio. We hear about one of the deadliest schoolhouse fires in the US. when in March of 1908, the Lake View School in Collinwood, Ohio was overtaken by a disastrous fire. The aftermath was tragic, firefighters were ill equipped to handle the inferno. Parents were full of questions and left mourning their children.       For our second story, we travel St. Charles, Missouri. St. Charles Main Street in St. Charles, Missouri is a charming historic district with a rich history dating back to the 1800s. With its brick-paved streets, quaint shops, and restaurants, it’s become a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. However, this picturesque street also has a dark and haunted history that has intrigued so many for years. With a long sordid past of hangings, war, cemetery relocation, cholera, diphtheria, and smallpox outbreaks; many believe these distressing events are what’s bringing about the intense activity.       Stories: Collinwood Schoolhouse Fire, Collinwood, OH & St. Charles Main Street, St. Charles, MO       —————————     Show Notes     Sources:     Collinwood   https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/collinwood       Main Street   https://www.discoverstcharles.com/things-to-do/main-street/main-street-walking-tour/      https://www.discoverstcharles.com/events/legends-lanterns/haunted-history-trail/     https://www.stltoday.com/suburban-journals/take-a-tour-of-st-charles-haunted-places/article_b975f741-c5df-5658-a45a-19f7bafe9025.html     https://www.passingdownthelove.com/st-charles-is-haunted/      https://youtu.be/xqIfLVzpgcg        —————————       Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio     Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma     —————————     To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————       Get Connected     Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast     Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow     Email | [email protected]     Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour     —————————

S2 E13: Our first story takes us to Chicago. The Chicago City Cemetery – now known as Lincoln Park, was said to have brought in 20,000 burials at its peak. Famed parapsychologist Ursula Bielski once called the area, “Without a doubt the most active site I’ve investigated.”      For our second story, we travel 45 mins SW to Joliet, IL. Often referred to as the “Jewel of Joliet,” and widely considered to be one of the ten most beautiful theaters in the nation, the Rialto Square Theater has not only become known for continuing to host hundreds of patrons, but it’s also come to be recognized as the home to a few resident spirits.        Stories: Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL & Rialto Square Theatre, Joliet IL.     —————————     Show Notes     Sources:     Lincoln Park   Chicago's Lincoln Park High Bridge called "Suicide Bridge" History.     Ursula Bielski & the Ghosts of Lincoln Park Zoo | Terror from Beyond the Dave     Haunts at the Lincoln Park Zoo – Paranormal Study       Rialto Square Theater   https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/rialto-theatre/     https://www.guidestar.org/profile/36-3588432     https://rialtosquare.com/schoolmatinees/     https://rialtosquare.com/history/     https://patch.com/illinois/joliet/rialtos-many-ghosts-include-vivian-little-colin     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FRJc8H5wbG8       —————————       Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio     Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma     —————————-     To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————       Get Connected     Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast     Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow     Email | [email protected]     Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour     —————————  

S2 E12: Join us for part 2 of our birthday celebration! We continue our talk about the Quad City’s own vice lord, John Looney and the queen of the underworld, Helen Van Dale.     We also welcome our guest Emily, into the studio once again.         **EXPLICIT WARNING** Just a cautionary note, we were a bit more lax on the language in this episode.      —————————    Show Notes    Sources:    Chicago Gangsters  https://www.timeout.com/chicago/things-to-do/the-17-most-notorious-mobsters-from-chicago      John Looney  https://www.rigov.org/DocumentCenter/View/1122/John-Looney-2008?bidId=   https://youtu.be/JqrwroYA0VA      Helen Van Dale  https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/2019/07/11/helen-van-dale-a-woman-of-the-criminal-underworld-part-i/    https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/2019/07/31/helen-van-dale-a-woman-of-the-criminal-underworld-part-ii/      Davenport Underground  https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/qc-underground-the-speakeasies-under-davenport/       —————————      Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio    Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma      —————————    To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour    —————————      Get Connected    Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast    Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow    Email | [email protected]    Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour    —————————

S2 E11: We’re 1 year old! Can’t believe it’s been a year already. Over the course of two seasons and 30-some episodes, we’ve had so much fun talking spirits, hauntings, local lore, legends, and even about our own personal experiences. It’s exciting to say that it's been an incredible year!      Join us for Part 1 of our celebration, as we have some drinks, eat some cake (because how could we not?) and do what we do best; talk about history and mystery.      We welcome a guest into the studio and in honor of our birthday celebration, we chat about one of our favorite topics—Prohibition & Gangsters: from Chicago to the Quad Cities.          **EXPLICIT WARNING** Just a cautionary note, we were a bit more lax on the language in this episode.        —————————     Show Notes     Sources:     Chicago Gangsters   https://www.timeout.com/chicago/things-to-do/the-17-most-notorious-mobsters-from-chicago        John Looney   https://www.rigov.org/DocumentCenter/View/1122/John-Looney-2008?bidId=   https://youtu.be/JqrwroYA0VA     Helen Van Dale   https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/2019/07/11/helen-van-dale-a-woman-of-the-criminal-underworld-part-i/     https://blogs.davenportlibrary.com/sc/2019/07/31/helen-van-dale-a-woman-of-the-criminal-underworld-part-ii/     Davenport Underground   https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/qc-underground-the-speakeasies-under-davenport/       —————————       Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio     Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma       —————————     To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————       Get Connected     Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast     Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow     Email | [email protected]     Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour     —————————  

S2 E10: Our first story of the episode covers the Lincoln Theatre in Decatur, IL. Artistic Director and Playwright Emily Mann put it best when she said, “When a theater goes dark for the night, a stagehand leaves a lighted lamp on stage. No one knows why any more, but some old timers say it’s to keep the ghosts away. Others say it lights the stage for the ghosts to play. Whichever theory one adheres to, most people agree: a great theater is haunted.”     We also talk about the Willard Library in Evansville, Indiana. It’s been referred to by some as “History’s Candy Store.” The library's history is an interesting one–one that’s steeped in folklore and legends, much of which involves spirits and other paranormal phenomena. In fact, the Willard Library is often referred to as the home of the world’s most famous library ghost.        Stories: Lincoln Theatre, Decatur, IL. & Willard Library, Evansville, IN.      —————————    Show Notes    Sources:  Willard Library  https://lewisandclark.travel/nomination/willard-library-of-evansville-indiana/     https://www.evansvilleliving.com/whats-in-a-name-willard-carpenter/    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DrsdU5D7_o    https://www.willardghost.com/    https://willard.lib.in.us/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ghost-Packet-2021.pdf        Lincoln Square Theater  https://www.hauntedillinois.com/realhauntedplaces/lincoln-theater.php          —————————      Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio    Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma    —————————-    Affiliate:  Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.    New members can try Audible free for 30 days    So, head on over and start listening!    Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour    —————————    To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour    —————————      Get Connected    Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast    Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow    Email | [email protected]    Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour    ————————— 

S2 E9: In this episode, we cover the Original Mineral Springs Hotel. With waters that were said to have healing properties, whatever ailed visitors, the Original Springs Hotel and bathhouse had that special something to heal those aches and pains. If you book a stay at this hotel, don’t be surprised if you happen to encounter any of the hotel’s famous spirits.     We also chat about Kings Island, a popular amusement park located in Mason, Ohio. For many Midwesterners and beyond, Kings Island is the place to be every summer. But what non-locals aren't always aware of, is that Kings Island is also known for its paranormal activity. Whether it's due to the history of the land or the tragic on-site accidents, the reports of paranormal activity only add to the appeal of this well-known amusement park.       Stories: The Original Mineral Springs Hotel, Okawville, IL & Kings Island Amusement Park, Mason, OH      —————————   Show Notes   Sources:   Kings Island Amusement Park   Ghost Hunters S8 E1: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1amafv?playlist=x4usx8    https://www.nytimes.com/1991/06/11/us/3-killed-at-amusement-park.html    https://attractionsmagazine.com/a-look-back-at-50-years-of-kings-island-amusement-park-history/    https://www.facebook.com/valeparanormal/photos/a.168785193306034/341885405996011/?type=3&p=30&paipv=0&eav=AfZnAfT4SqCtUP3xKpMbDyYplH37mzIBBodUWjTxHFTjY_7HQ0pveBYAWfp_ffMTSrI&_rdr       Original Mineral Springs  https://www.hauntedrooms.com/illinois/haunted-places/haunted-hotels/original-springs-hotel    https://www.theoriginalspringshotel.com/explore    https://www.hauntedillinois.com/realhauntedplaces/original-springs-hotel.php     —————————     Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio    Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma    —————————-    Affiliate:  Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.    New members can try Audible free for 30 days    So, head on over and start listening!    Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour    —————————    To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour    —————————     Get Connected    Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast    Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow    Email | [email protected]    Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour    —————————

S2 E8: In this episode, we cover the Farm House, a historic building located on the campus of Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. Used today as a museum and a gathering place for university events, the building is also rumored to be haunted.     We also chat about the Elgin Casket Company in Elgin, IL. This once impressive building has played witness to many nefarious incidents throughout its long history. Visitors still regularly report encounters with some of the former residents that are said to roam these crumbling halls and abandoned factory floors.       Stories: The Farm House at Iowa State, Ames, IA & The Elgin Metal Casket Company, Elgin, IL.     —————————       Show Notes       Sources:   Elgin Casket Company   https://www.hauntedillinois.com/evil-intentions-ghost-tours.php     https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jfks-coffin-dumped-at-sea/   http://www.idaillinois.org/digital/collection/newgailbord01/id/1111/     https://ghostresearch.org/Investigations/elgin.html     Chris Fleming:    https://www.facebook.com/evilintentionshauntedhouse/videos/10152684097461218       Farmhouse at Iowa State University   https://www.amestrib.com/story/news/local/2014/02/01/iowa-state-named-no-5/27292908007/     https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2014/01/23/spooky-side-of-isu-noted/4789949/     https://who13.com/news/isu-farm-house-has-history-and-the-unexplained-on-halloween/     https://iowastatedaily.com/177441/uncategorized/the-ghosts-of-campus/     https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/iowa/iowa-state-ghosts-ia/     https://frightfind.com/iowa-state-university/     https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Farm_House_(Knapp%E2%80%93Wilson_House)     https://www.hauntedrooms.com/iowa/haunted-places     https://www.iowapbs.org/article/8600/local-legends-around-iowas-haunted-locations       —————————       Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio   Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma     —————————-     Affiliate:   Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.     New members can try Audible free for 30 days     So, head on over and start listening!     Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————     To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————       Get Connected     Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast       Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow       Email | [email protected]       Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour     —————————  

S2 E7: In today’s episode, we cover Buffalo Trace Distillery, a historic American whiskey distillery located in Frankfort, Kentucky. In operation since 1787, it’s one of the oldest continuously operating distilleries in the United States. This historic landmark is also rumored to be haunted. With such a long history, it’s said that some of the former workers and owners have never left.     We also talk about the Tinker Swiss Cottage, in Rockford IL. A unique and fascinating destination that offers something for everyone. While the hauntings at the Tinker Swiss Cottage remain unexplained, they’ve become a part of its rich history and have added to its allure as a popular destination for paranormal enthusiasts, history buffs, and curious visitors alike.          Stories: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY & Tinker Swiss Cottage, Rockford IL        —————————     Show Notes       Sources:     Tinker Swiss Cottage     https://www.rvcvalleyforge.com/index.php/2018/10/23/the-hauntings-of-tinker-swiss-cottage/     https://drloihjournal.blogspot.com/2018/01/history-of-tinker-family-and-tinker-swiss-cottage-museum-and-gardens-in-rockford-illinois.html     https://www.hauntedrockford.com/tinker-cottage-one-of-rockfords-most-haunted-places/   https://www.rrstar.com/story/entertainment/2014/10/19/x2018-ghost-hunters-x2019/36135135007/         —————————       Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio     Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma     —————————-   Affiliate:   Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.   New members can try Audible free for 30 days   So, head on over and start listening!   Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————     To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————       Get Connected       Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast       Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow       Email | [email protected]       Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour     —————————

S2 E6: In this episode, we cover Manteno State Hospital, one of the largest psychiatric hospitals in the country. Some believe that the hospital's history as a psychiatric institution, as well as the suffering and trauma experienced by patients during their stay, may be contributing to the reported hauntings.   We also chat about Conover Square, a 19th-century former piano factory that’s been restored and repurposed for modern use. While this historic building serves as a shopping mall, the building's rich history and location are said to play a part in creating a perfect storm for possible paranormal activity.    Stories: Manteno State Hospital, Manteno, IL. & Conover Square, Oregon IL.     —————————    Show Notes   Sources:  Manteno State Hospital  https://michaelkleen.com/2018/03/27/mystery-and-madness-at-manteno-state-hospital/  http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50748.asp  https://content.time.com/time/subscriber/article/0,33009,772257,00.html  https://windycityghosts.com/manteno-state-mental-hospital/    Conover Square  http://oregonil.com/conover-square/  https://www.rrstar.com/story/entertainment/2014/10/19/reports-giggles-loud-crashes-at/36135168007/  https://antiquepianoshop.com/online-museum/conover/  https://chicagology.com/rebuilding/rebuilding142/  https://q985online.com/check-out-this-haunted-piano-factory-just-45-minutes-from-rockford/    —————————    Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio  Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma   —————————-   Affiliate:  Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.  New members can try Audible free for 30 days  So, head on over and start listening!  Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————   To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————    Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow  Email | [email protected]  Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   ————————— 

S2 E5: This week in the Spirit Lounge, we first talk about the George Stickney House—a home notable for its unusual architectural features, that was built according to the principles of spiritualism, which may contribute to the perception of paranormal activity.  We also chat about Bloods Point Road, a rural road that’s gained a reputation as one of the Top Haunted Roads in the U.S. Stories: The George Stickney House & Bloods Point Road—One of the Top Haunted Roads in the U.S.   —————————   Show Notes  Sources:  George Stickney  https://drloihjournal.blogspot.com/2022/12/the-george-stickney-haunted-house.html   https://www.hauntedillinois.com/realhauntedplaces/stickney-mansion.php    Bloods Point Road  Time-lapse virtual drive: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/illinois/bloods-point-road-il/  https://www.rrstar.com/story/entertainment/2014/10/19/sinister-name-helps-keep-local/36135170007/  https://ghostresearch.org/sites/blood.html  https://bloodspointcemetery.webs.com/  https://q985online.com/bloods-point-cemetery-and-truly-haunted-places-in-northern-illinois/   —————————   Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio  Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma   —————————-   Affiliate:  Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.  New members can try Audible free for 30 days  So, head on over and start listening!  Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————   To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————   Get Connected  Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow  Email | [email protected]  Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E4: In today’s episode, we wrap up our bloody Valentine’s season with a couple of stories full of deceit, jealousy, and of course murder. So sit back, get comfortable, and pull up a drink!     Stories: Murder Of Adrianne Reynolds & Faceless Fred, the Phantom of Phelps County     —————————   Show Notes     Sources:   Adrianne Reynolds   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Adrianne_Reynolds#:~:text=The%20murder%20of%20East%20Moline,Gregory%20on%20January%2021%2C%202005.     https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adrianne-reynolds/id1474257905?i=1000446439425       Faceless Fred   https://history.nebraska.gov/faceless-fred-the-phantom-of-phelps-county/     https://omaha.com/lifestyles/have-you-heard-about-faceless-fred-the-ghost-at-speakeasy/article_8696a340-bcb0-512b-bc84-f39f9519eaac.html     https://www.foodnetwork.com/restaurants/photos/haunted-restaurants-america   —————————   Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio   Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma   —————————-   Affiliate:   Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.   New members can try Audible free for 30 days   So, head on over and start listening!   Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour   —————————   To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast   Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow   Email | [email protected]   Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

S2 E3: This week in the Spirit Lounge, we share two more stories surrounding this month’s theme of haunting love. We cover one of our favorite topics, Chicago gangsters, as we follow the haunts of Bugs Moran and how he got the name of⁠—“The one that got away.” We’ll also talk about a hauntingly beautiful wedding venue in Davenport, IA with breathtaking river views and interesting ghostly activity.    Stories: Bugs Moran, “The One that Got Away” & The Renwick Mansion, “The Ghostly Wedding Venue”   —————————  Show Notes  Sources:  Bugs Moran  http://troytaylorbooks.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-man-who-got-away.html  https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/gangsters-ghosts-chicago-s-top-5-haunted-mobster-s  https://www.fairborndailyherald.com/opinion/21786/gangsters-ghost-haunts-local-haunt   The Renwick Mansion  https://qctimes.com/news/local/barb-ickes/what-lies-below-caves-and-tunnels-under-the-quad-cities/article_365c7f04-b060-5025-98fe-1672204ab112.html  https://qctimes.com/news/local/few-artifacts-letters-remain-from-dark-part-of-quad-city-history/article_6258ed6c-99bd-11e2-9b84-0019bb2963f4.html  https://renwickmansion.net/  https://www.wikiwand.com/en/St._Katherine%27s_Historic_District#Mass_Mound   —————————  Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio  Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma  —————————-   Affiliate:  Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.  New members can try Audible free for 30 days  So, head on over and start listening!  Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour  —————————  To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour  —————————   Get Connected  Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow  Email | [email protected]  Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour  —————————

S2 E2: In this episode, we’ll talk about the strange events experienced by the Hermann family in 1958. Could the unexplained events have been the work of a devious poltergeist? We’ll also talk about Mary Jane Reed, a young woman who went on a date, and never returned home. Her disappearance marked the beginning of a hunt for answers for a crime that remains unsolved to this day.     Stories: The Curious Case of Popper the Poltergeist, A Murderous Love Triangle–The Murder of Mary Jane Reed     —————————   Show Notes   Sources:     Popper the Poltergeist   http://troytaylorbooks.blogspot.com/2013/02/popper-poltergeist.html   https://alexmatsuo.com/the-frightening-true-story-that-inspired-poltergeist/     Mary Jane Reed   https://q985online.com/have-you-heard-the-eerie-story/   https://www.travelchannel.com/shows/the-dead-files/photos/the-obsession-pictures   https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/illinois/haunted-restaurant-il/   https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/mary-jane-reed   http://www.rhouse.org/     —————————   Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio   Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma     —————————-   Affiliate:   Stay connected, informed, and inspired with Audible.   New members can try Audible free for 30 days   So, head on over and start listening!   Just visit www.audibletrial.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————   To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour     —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast   Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow   Email | [email protected]   Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————

For our first Shot (bonus) episode of the season, we’re talking about the Netflix original series, 28 Days Haunted, with a focus on the Madison Dry Goods location.   Three teams each spend 28 days in some of America's most haunted locations for a paranormal experiment based on the theories of Ed and Lorraine Warren.   Join us as we talk about our thoughts— what we liked, disliked, what we found interesting and why it was important to give it a second watch.   —————————   Show Notes   Sources:   ©Netflix’s 28 Days Haunted series Beginning clip is from the 28 Days Haunted trailer.        —————————   To donate & support the show, "Buy Us A Drink” here: https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhappyhour       —————————   Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio       —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast   Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow   Email | [email protected]   Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————  

S2 E1: For our Season 2 premier episode, we kick off our month long theme of love, but with a spooky twist. In this episode we talk about a spirit filled wedding venue in Chicago with connections to the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. Plus, we also cover the legend and affection for a certain American outlaw, which brings in a deep tie to the brotherly love they have for their famous counterpart.   Stories: Frank James—The Outlaw that Gave it ALL Up, The Congress Hotel–One of Chicago's premier wedding spots     —————————    Show Notes Sources:   Frank James https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zerelda_James   https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/james-agency/#:~:text=%22There%20is%20no%20use%20talking,eight%2Dyear%2Dold%20half%2D   http://troytaylorbooks.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-last-ride-of-frank-james.html   https://www.legendsofamerica.com/mo-hauntedjamesfarm/    Congress Hotel  https://www.newspapers.com/image/370297836/?fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjM3MDI5NzgzNiwiaWF0IjoxNjc0Mjc3NjAxLCJleHAiOjE2NzQzNjQwMDF9.AJ82KZBli2QI88J467lQp6bSKTbwcrdx9FKFJC518Pc  https://www.congressplazahotel.com/history  https://ghostcitytours.com/chicago/haunted-chicago/congress-plaza-hotel/     —————————  Title Theme: “It Follows” by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio  Story Music: “Curse” by Mehul Sharma    —————————  Get Connected  Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow  Email | [email protected]  Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour  —————————

All new year, all new season.  With stories full of twists & turns and exciting new adventures coming your way, you don't wanna miss this season of your favorite paranormal podcast. Hosted by Lili & Vanessa, they'll take you on a journey of haunted locations—uncorking the chilling history & hauntings throughout their hometowns, across the Midwest and beyond. So, join them in the spirit lounge for another happy hour, right here on, the Haunted Happy Hour Podcast.     —————————  Get Connected  Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow  Email | [email protected]  Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour  —————————

S1 E21: The holidays are meant to be a time of love and laughter, with family and friends coming together to celebrate the joy of the season. However, in this last episode of our season, we’ll share some stories of horrifying holiday events that are sure to leave a haunting impression on any holiday.    —————————   Show Notes   Sources:  https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/iroquois-theatre-fire-history-discovery-of-ghosts  https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/fire-breaks-out-in-chicago-theater#:~:text=The%20Iroquois%20Theater%2C%20designed%20by,upon%20its%20opening%20in%201903.    http://www.encyclopedia.chicagohistory.org/pages/1245.html   https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-hauntings-iroquois-theater-fire/   https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/secret-behind-photo-in-lawson-family-christmas-day-massacre-when-seven-people-died/news-story/080cd6dcee54a210d70098ca45dc3851   https://horrorobsessive.com/2020/12/21/christmas-mass-murder-the-lawson-family/   —————————   Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast   Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow   Email | [email protected]   Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   ————————— 

S1 E20: The holidays are a time filled with joy, peace, magic, enchantment & for some, even fright. Today we’ll dive into the odd and sometimes horrifying holiday traditions and tales from around the world.     —————————   Show Notes  Sources:  https://www.ranker.com/list/christmas-ghost-stories/kellie-kreiss?ref=nxtlst&collectionId=2441&li_source=LI&li_medium=desktop-next-list&l=615016  https://www.bustle.com/p/8-christmas-traditions-from-history-that-are-actually-creepy-as-hell-5510628  https://spookylittlehalloween.com/2022/11/29/spooky-christmas-traditions/   —————————  Get Connected   Instagram | @HauntedHappyHourPodcast  Facebook | @HauntedHappyHourShow  Email | [email protected]  Site | https://linktr.ee/hauntedhappyhour   —————————