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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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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Welcome to Audibly Haunted Podcast! Every week we dive into the world of literature, the Paranormal, and the supernatural all around us.
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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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Pickleball Pandemonium: Exploring Weird Northwest Sports
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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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Can You Crack the Cramp-Word? Rainy Day Rabbit Holes
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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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Audibly Haunted Presents: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes The Salish Sea Feet Mysterious!
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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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The Macabre Medical Career of Robert Liston
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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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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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15 Minutes of Shame: The Best of the Worst of RDRH
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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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Death in Old Mexico with Nicole Von Germeten
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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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Pride Month: Haunted LGBTQ+ Locations and History
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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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36. Smooth Criminal: Roy Olmstead-Seattle's Good Bootlegger
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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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Can You Crack the Cramp-Word? The Nerdy Photographer
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Lindsay is joined by Casey from the The Nerdy Photographer podcast to see if he can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to The Nerdy Photographer wherever you catch your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl
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RDRH Presents: Audibly Haunted-The Reddit Lamp: A Parallel Life?
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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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Charles Landis & The Murder of Uri Carruth
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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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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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35. Ghosts of Deer Lodge: Inside the Old Montana State Prison
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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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GCP: Rusty McClintock & Ken Carlson at the Union Club
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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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Daniel Sickles & The Murder of Philip Barton Key II
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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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Can You Crack the Cramp-Word? The Art of Crime
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Lindsay is joined by Gavin from the The Art of Crime podcast to see if he can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to The Art of Crime wherever you catch your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl
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The Immortal Legend of The Count of Saint Germain
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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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34. Aliens, Assassinations, and Fred Crisman
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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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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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GCP: Friday Night Hangout -Java Jivin'
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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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33. Summer of Saucers: UFOs and The Men In Black in the PNW
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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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Can You Crack the Cramp-Word? Doom Generation
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Lindsay is joined by Nicole and Tessa from the Doom Generation podcast to see if they can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to Doom Generation wherever you catch your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl
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This week we explore the ideals and different traditions that celebrate death within Mexican Culture. So, let's dive into that! Stop by, send an text and chat with your Audibly Haunted host!
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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Aurora Borealis, Mt. St. Helens, and Crypticon
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The crew discusses the aurora borealis, Crypticon adventure, Jeff’s Capades, and much more! 00:16 — Justin sets the stage by wishing Happy Mother's Day to our listeners who are mothers. Jeff stirs up anticipation for the hot aurora borealis medicine, and Justin shares the best way to witness the breathtaking northern lights. He also hints at the up…
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32. Haunted by History: The Tale of the Bellingham Curse
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In the quiet town of Bellingham, nestled in the misty forests of the Pacific Northwest, whispers linger in the air, carrying tales of a curse that haunts its streets. Among these whispers are echoes of a dark past, where injustices and betrayals have left their mark on the city and its people. It is within this enigmatic setting that our story unfo…
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Henrietta Maria, England’s Forgotten Warrior Queen
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Lindsay and Madison discuss Henrietta Maria de Bourbon, as well as how religion can put a strain on a country and a marriage, that Henrietta is responsible for #BookTok, and how easy it is to be written out of history for being a woman. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 Owlcation article by Joanna Hayle 2022 Atlas Obscura article …
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This week we take a look into William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily" and the unnerving qualities of Southern Gothic Literature. So, let's dive into that! This weeks featured Podcast is Rainy Day Rabbit Hole make sure to check them out! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor/id1717918467 Stop …
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This best-of is a replay of the crews conversation with local comedian and podcaster Casey McLain from episode 265. During that episode, he chatted with the guys about comedy, podcasting, and The Pacific Northwest. Follow him on his socials for information on his upcoming performances! 04:51 – Justin kicks off the show by sharing how listeners can …
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31. Sin in the Sanctuary: Religious Sexy Time in Normandy Park
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When does a religious group become a cult? In this episode, we venture into the scandalous world of the Community Chapel and Bible Training Center, nestled in the quiet community of Normandy Park, Washington (Shea's former home). This Pentecostal religious group had a dark underbelly of secrets and peculiar sexual practices, prompting speculation o…
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Priestess of Ishana with Judith Starkston
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Lindsay is joined by author Judith Starkston to discuss her book, Priestess of Ishana. A curse, a conspiracy and the clash of kingdoms. A defiant priestess confronts her foes, armed only with ingenuity and forbidden magic.A malignant curse from the Underworld threatens Tesha’s city with fiery devastation. The young priestess of Ishana, goddess of l…
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Can You Crack the Cramp-Word? Byte-Sized Blessings
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Lindsay is joined by Kirsten Rudberg from the Byte-Sized Blessings podcast to see if she can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to Byte-Sized Blessings wherever you catch your podcasts, and you can order signed copies of her books from Beastly Books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Harry Potter and the Mythical Creatures (Part 2)
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This week I bring you part 2 of my Harry Potter series where we dive into the different mythical creatures inspired by real mythology across the globe. So, let's dive into that! Stop by, send an text and chat with your Audibly Haunted host!
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GCP: Friday Night Grit - Car Problems, AI Music, and Things Happening
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This Friday Night Grit, the crew discusses Crypticon, upcoming guests, car problems, public transportation, moon talk, Over The Moon Café, and AI music. 01:34 – Derek reflects on harassing Discord live stream during the recording of the last episode, each expresses their love of partying, and Justin shares their excitement for the upcoming Cryptico…
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30. The Grave Truth of Seattle's E.R. Butterworth's Mortuary Empire
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Jody's back! It's good to be together again! Make sure to listen all the way to the end for a trip back to the 1990's. Delve into the enigmatic tale of E.R. Butterworth, a figure shrouded in mystery amidst Seattle's historic landscape. Journey through the foggy Pacific Northwest as we uncover the secrets behind Butterworth's meteoric rise to wealth…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss The Lone Woman of San Nicolas Island, as well as the importance of language, that women are resilient, and how to be an inspiration to young children everywhere. Information pulled from the following sources: 2022 Islapedia compilation 2021 California Missions article 2019 National Park Service article 2018 VC Star artic…
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Harry Potter and the Mythical Creatures Part 1
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This week we take a look at the first 3 books within the Harry Potter series, and dive deep into the magical creatures that get their inspiration from Folklore, and Mythology from around the world. So, let's dive into that! Stop by, send an text and chat with your Audibly Haunted host!
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GCP: Sunday Sermon - The Next Day, The Coloring Book, and Neighbors
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This time the crew discusses 4/20 partakings, Fallout, GCP Coloring Book, Jeff’s Capades, Crypticon, and much, much more! 01:23 – Justin kicks off the episode reflecting on recording the day before, what they did post their 4/20 recording, and Derek talks about binge watching Fallout. Justin talks about the bonuses Patrons get, how Discord has been…
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29. Mayhem and the Mob: Grit City's Dark Past
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It's time to talk Tacoma-with Shea's brother Jason! Step back in time to 1970s Tacoma, Washington—aka Grit City—where the Top of the Ocean restaurant arson ignited a firestorm of controversy. Join us as we peel back the layers of this Pacific Northwest noir, revealing a seedy underworld entangled with organized crime and corruption. In this grippin…
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Lindsay and Madison discuss The Lady Juliana, as well as why pit stops are important during any long trip, that women are more resilient than we’re given credit for, and how to go down in history in a good way. Information pulled from the following sources: 2023 Owlcation article by Ravi Rajan 2021 Academia.edu article by Joseph L Davis 2021 Ranker…
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Can You Crack the Cramp-Word? Prickly & Blooming
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Lindsay is joined by Jessie Browning from the Prickly & Blooming podcast to see if she can decipher what a couple of Victorian slang terms mean. Listen to Prickly & Blooming wherever you catch your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Lindsay Valenty and Madison Stangl
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This week we dive into the story of a single mother being tormented by a violent poltergeist within her new San Pedro home. The San Pedro Poltergeist is the most documented paranormal case with both film and photo evidence. So, Let's dive into that! Stop by, send an text and chat with your Audibly Haunted host!…
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GCP: Saturday Night Grit - Eclipse, Rage Rooms, & Fallout
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The guys chat about the recent Best Of, Jury Duty, Scott Topics, the Fallout show, and local sporting events. 00:02 – The official GCP Robot sings us into this episode, Justin starts off discussing the events around the recent eclipse, and Mercury retrograde. He gives a shout-out to CNote who has been re-discovering GCP episode gems, being recently…
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28. Starvation Heights and Linda Hazzard: Quack Doctor or Murderer?
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Gifted healer? Or serial killer? In the misty woods of Olalla, Washington, lurks the remains of a truly terrifying place, where patients were starved to death under the care of an ambitious woman, Linda Hazzard. Linda rejected the medical establishment, and even though she was never able to rise to the level of a real medical doctor, killed 15 pati…
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Lindsay and Emily from Pineapple Pizza Podcast discuss The Colfax Massacre, as well as why the Reconstruction Era , that there’s a big difference between a “riot” and a “massacre,” and how to not to whitewash history. Information pulled from the following sources: 2024 Free Speech Center article by John R. Vile 2023 NBC News article by Claretta Bel…
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