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Join hosts Shea and Jody on the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast for a whimsical journey through Pacific Northwest history. Explore weird tales, wacky legends, and hilarious anecdotes that define the region's charm. With infectious laughter and boundless silliness, each episode promises entertainment and a deeper appreciation for PNW's unique quirks! Tune in weekly for laughter and exploration!
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Ye Olde Crime

Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl

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Join sisters Lindsay & Madison every Wednesday as we discuss the funny, strange, and obscure crimes of yesteryear. Proud member of the OSSA and Cultiv8 Networks.
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PNW Haunts & Homicides

PNW Haunts and Homicides

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Join Caitlyn and Cassie as they chat about true crime, the paranormal, and all kinds of spooky sh*t in the Pacific Northwest. Just two "normal-ish" friends who wanted more local, creepy stories so they never sleep or leave their houses again. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pnw-haunts-homicides--5955451/support.
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A podcast where we talk about a little tidbit from history and mythology that is... super effed up. So sit back, relax, and practice your "oh good God what the F*(%" faces." Effed Up History is researched, written, produced, and edited by Krystina Yeager. For any inquiries, please email me at effeduphistory@gmail.com
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The Grit City Podcast is a weekly audio experience like no other! Hosted from the vibrant city of Tacoma, Washington - also known as "Grit City," our show has been entertaining and informing listeners since 2014. And what a ride it's been! Every week, we release a new episode that introduces you to the dynamic and inspiring individuals who call the Pacific Northwest home. From local business owners and entrepreneurs to authors, artists, and unique characters, our guests embody the hard-worki ...
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Caitlyn & Cassie are taking a break this week due to wedding shenanigans! But don't worry Creepy People, we would never leave you without something awesomely spooky, ooky, dooky for your ear holes. Please give a warm welcome to Shea And Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast, and send Caitlyn & Chris amazing wedding vibes. We'll see you next …
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Today, we are featuring an episode from one of our favorite podcasts: The Dark History Podcast! In this spine-chilling episode of the Dark History Podcast, host Rob Bradley takes you on a journey to early 20th century New Orleans, where the mysterious and terrifying Axeman prowled the streets from 1918 to 1919. This elusive killer targeted innocent…
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Lindsay is joined by Kayla and Alysia from the Tales from the Chesterfield podcast to see if they can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to Tales from the Chesterfield wherever you catch your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Sir Richard Francis Burton, as well as why it’s wrong to wear brown face, that translating erotica from other cultures was supes taboo, and how to be an accomplished man of mystery. Information pulled from the following sources: 2020 Discover Silversea article by Carolyn Spencer Brown 2018 Borges, Desire, and Sex - Chapt…
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Join us as we venture into the mysterious Oregon Caves National Monument, a spelunking paradise in Southern Oregon. Discovered in 1874 by a hunter named Elijah and his brave canine companion, Bruce. The cave's first recorded encounter is a gripping tale of survival, complete with a bear encounter and a miraculous escape. With its stunning Marble Ha…
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Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast! Today, we dive into the captivating story of the Oregon Land Fraud Trials—a saga of greed, corruption, and deceit that spanned four decades. This episode uncovers how millionaire capitalists, United States Senators, and even a belly dancer played their parts in one of the m…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Henry William King, Jr., as well as how to be a bigamist, that Daddy can’t solve all your problems, and how to get away with murder. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 Douglas County Historical Society article by Elise O’Neil 2018 Murder by Gaslight article by Robert Wilhelm 1889 The Bowling Green Times …
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Join us for a fun-filled summer episode, as we dive into the world of mermaids! With birthdays and Caitlyn's wedding keeping us busy, we're bringing back this Patreon live bonus, with lots of new content. Get ready for mermaid myths, pop culture, and some fascinating folklore from around the globe. We’ll discuss the darker side of mermaid lore, inc…
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This week we take a looking into the terrifying past of the medical world. I bring you different medicines, and procedures thought up in the early 19th, and 20th century that are right out of the Twilight Zone! So, let's dive into that! Featured in this weeks episode is the trailer for Anonymous Andrew Podcast: Life and the Choices We Make! Make su…
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In this special episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes, we're thrilled to share an episode from one of our favorite podcasts, **Midday Musings with Stephen and Laura**. In our busy, buzzy, stressful world, their show is the perfect remedy for Internet overwhelm. Midday Musings dives into discussions on media that matter, history that fascinates, and rel…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Radu the Handsome, as well as how to be a hostage, that there were a lot of Vlad’s in the 1400’s, and how literal nicknames were. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 All That’s Interesting article by Amber Morgan 2023 Q News article by Destiny Rogers Academic Cultura Colectiva article by Isabel Carrasco D…
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David Brame's career and family life seemed picture-perfect. He ascended to the top of the Tacoma Police Department, earning respect & accolades along the way. When he was appointed as the police chief in 2001, he had it all: a thriving career, a loving wife, and two beautiful, young children. He rapidly rose through the ranks, having multiple clos…
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This week we take a step back from the paranormal world. Come with me as we step into the chilling world of 19th-century surgery with Robert Liston, the 'fastest knife in the West End.' Discover his lightning-fast amputations, pioneering use of anesthesia, and the gruesome realities of pre-modern medicine. So, let’s dive into that! This weeks episo…
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Today, Shea & Jody dive into the weird and wonderful world of Northwest sports. Join us as we explore some of the region's most bizarre athletic endeavors, from octopus wrestling to the famed Pumpkin Regatta. Despite Shea's lack of enthusiasm for all things sports ball, its a fun and whimsical journey into the light side of the PNW. **Octopus Wrest…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Major Henry Rathbone, as well as how to keep it in the family (so to speak), that mental illness can have devastating consequences, and how to become a historical footnote. Information pulled from the following sources: 2022 All That’s Interesting article by Jessica O’Connor 2018 Spotlight News article by Michael Hallise…
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What if the supernatural is closer to reality than we think? Brace yourself for creepy tales from our listeners, in our latest episode of PNW Haunts & Homicides! We start things off lighhearted with a magical memorial service, where a visit from a giant bird brings a message from the other side. We then things start to get dark as we dive into an e…
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Lindsay is joined by Shea and Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast to see if they can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to Rainy Day Rabbit Holes wherever you catch your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl
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**Special Episode – The Funniest Moments and Behind-the-Scenes Antics** Welcome to a very special episode of our podcast! Today, we’re popping the cork on a bubbly mix of our funniest moments and behind-the-scenes shenanigans. Join Shea and Jody as they let loose with champagne in hand, showcasing their most ridiculous, laugh-out-loud antics. **Lis…
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Lindsay is joined by author Nicole Von Germeten to discuss her book, Death in Old Mexico: The 1789 Dongo Murders and How They Shaped the History of a Nation. In a Mexico City mansion on October 23, 1789, Don Joaquín Dongo and ten of his employees were brutally murdered by three killers armed with machetes. Investigators worked tirelessly to find th…
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Can you imagine being a high school sports star with a bright future, only to find yourself orchestrating a notorious crime years later? Get ready to be captivated by the rollercoaster life of Anthony Curcio, whose journey from promising athlete to devil-may-care criminal defies belief. You'll be gripping your seats as we tell the dramatic story of…
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As we celebrate pride month I wanted to highlight some LBGTQ+ history, and hauntings. This week I bring you three locations that played an important role in the LGBTQ+ movement for equality. With the pain, tragedy, and struggles faced the energy left behind has given life to different hauntings within each location. So, let's dive into that! Stop b…
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🌧️🐇 Welcome back to Rainy Day Rabbit Holes! In this episode, we delve into the fascinating life of Roy Olmstead, the Gentleman Bootlegger who ruled Seattle’s underground scene during the Prohibition era. 🌆🍸 Episode Highlights:- **Woodmont Beach Arrest:** We kick off with the dramatic capture of Olmstead at his Woodmont Beach hideout.- **Seattle Ori…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss mummia, as well as how to desecrate all the corpses, that more people practiced cannibalism than you make think, and how long it was considered “medicine”. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 Mental Floss article by Michele Debczak 2022 USCDornsife article by Margaret Crable 2021 The Serpent’s Pen article…
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This week, we're heading to California—where they know how to party… with ghosts! 👻🎉 Join us as we explore eerie and fascinating sites in the vast expanse of the Redwood Forests. But some of the “ghosts” here might not be what you expect. Not to mention this is a hot spot for Big foot sightings!🦶 ✨👻 Don't miss us at True Crime Fest Northwest 8/30 -…
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This week I am taking a step back to highlight a podcast that has become one of my favorites Rain Day Rabbit Holes: Pacific Northwestern History and Humor. Join hosts Shea and Jody as they tell you the mysterious tale of shoes still filled with their owners feet washing up on shores across the Pacific Northwest. Get ready to be shocked while laughi…
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This week, Jody and I needed a little break, so we have a special treat for you. Today, we're sharing an episode from one of our favorite shows, "Audibly Haunted," a spine-chilling podcast hosted by the talented Ani Khajadourian. If you're a fan of ghost stories, eerie encounters, and supernatural mysteries, this is the podcast for you. Each episod…
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Join the guys as they honor the memory of Louie G, dive into Jeff's thrilling experience at the Northwest Pinball & Arcade Show, and explore Justin's public transit escapades. Plus, don't miss a SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT about the future of GCP! 04:20 - Justin reflects on the passing of Louie Galarza, the former bassist for ANTIHERO and founder of the b…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Charles Landis, as well as how to create a temperance town, that attacking the owner of a town in the paper isn’t the smartest of moves, and how to get away with murder. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 Listverse article by Craig “Wex” Wexler 2020 Murder By Gaslight article by Robert Wilhelm 2017 NJ Ad…
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Dive into Hood River's haunted history, a town an hour east of Portland, OR, along the Columba River. Discover its transformation from "Dog River" to Hood River, the influence of Lewis and Clark, and the spectral residents of the Columbia Gorge Hotel. Whether you're a fan of ghost stories, historical trivia, paranormal investigations, or tarot, thi…
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This week I highlight 4 haunting poems from different authors, and deep dive into their chilling meanings. So, let's dive into that! If you haven't already, make sure to check out Audibly Haunted on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/audiblyhaunted/?img_index=1 Stop by, send an text and chat with your Audibly Haunted host!…
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Join Shea & Jody as they take a hilariously spooky tour of the Old Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge, Montana. This episode is packed with off-color humor, ghostly encounters, and a deep dive into the infamous prison riot. Buckle up for a rollercoaster of laughter, chills, and some historical insights that will leave you both entertained and a lit…
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This week the guys are joined by friends of the show Rusty McClintock (Comedian | RCF Exteriors & Remodeling) and Ken Carlson (Artist, Director, and General Artistic Badass)! They catch up with a chat about Justin's new house projects from RCF, Ken's recap from Crypticon 2024, pet ownership, video game hangups, exercise problems, and more! 02:30 - …
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Daniel Sickles, as well as how to get away with murder, that your sins can be forgiven if you fight for the winning side, and how to get with all the ladies (even if you really, REALLY shouldn’t). Information pulled from the following sources: 2022 Bowery Boys History article by Greg Young 2022 Library of Congress blog p…
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What really happened to Jerry Stomps on the fateful day of his disappearance near Oxbow Park? Join us as we explore the baffling true crime story of Jerry and Hazelynn Stomps. The story begins with the harrowing discovery of an injured Hazelynn Stomps near the Gordon Creek Bridge in the rural community of Corbett, Oregon. For good Samaritans Gerald…
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This week lets zip down the rabbit hole that is the mysterious immortal life of the Count of Saint Germain. So, let’s talk about that! Featured in this weeks episode is the trailer for the Not Your Average Goat podcast. Make sure to check them out! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-your-average-goat/id1622832417 Stop by, send an text and ch…
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GCP invites podcasters Shea & Jody from the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast to discuss podcasting, Tacoma life, and the Union Club! 00:00 - GCP welcomes Shea & Jody by popping a few cold ones, talking about their Juneau beers! Shea & Jody are hosts of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast, discussing Pacific Northwest history. They share how their bond…
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In this thrilling drunk-isode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes, we dive deep into the enigmatic life of Fred Crisman, a figure surrounded by mystery and controversy. From his involvement in the infamous Maury Island UFO incident to his alleged connections to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Crisman’s story is one that blurs the lines betwee…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Lizzie Bourne, as well as the importance of being prepared, that one should always respect nature, and how to stay at an amazing (and probably haunted) Airbnb. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 New Hampshire Magazine article by Marianne O’Connor 1988 Biddeford Maine Journal Tribune article Atlas Obscura…
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In this special anniversary episode of PNW Haunts and Homicides, hosts Caitlyn and Cassie celebrate three years of their podcast by delving into its astrological ‘birth chart.’ They discuss their podcast's zodiac signs and their meanings, highlighting Gemini, Libra, and Pisces influences throughout different aspects such as sun, moon, and rising si…
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This week we take a look at Nathaniel Hawthorne's "Young Goodman Brown" through the Dark Romantic lens. So, lets dive into that! This weeks episode also features the trailer for Total Conundrum make sure to check them out! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/total-conundrum/id1694202840 Stop by, send an text and chat with your Audibly Haunted hos…
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This time, the crew discusses gaming, wild animals, An Evening with John Cusack, movies filmed in Tacoma, and local sports! 00:00 – GCP welcomes this episode by discussing gaming, recent bear sightings in the area, and other wild animals the crew has seen. Derek talks about running into wild bison, Justin reflects on getting into a drunken argument…
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In the summer of 1947, the skies over Maury Island, Washington, just north of Tacoma, held secrets that would captivate a nation. It all began when private pilot Kenneth Arnold reported seeing a string of nine shiny flying objects zooming past Mount Rainier at incredible speeds. His account led to the coining of terms like "flying saucer" and "flyi…
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Lindsay and Madison celebrate 200 episodes with a variety of tombstones, as well as answer your questions, share well wishes from fellow podcasters, and discuss what’s in store for the podcast. Information pulled from the following sources: 2019 Atlas Obscura article by Noor Al-Samarrai Atlas Obscura (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Find a Grave It’s GOA Old To…
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In Part 2 we’re diving back into the harrowing tale of Steve Titus, a man wrongfully convicted of first-degree rape in Washington State. Following his arrest, he was taken aback to realize that the entire system seemed determined to see him imprisoned despite his pleas of innocence. It flew in the face of what many who are unacquainted assume about…
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