Best Tales From The Plantation Podcasts (2025)

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#2.03 - Religion In The Black Community 2:06:25

15d ago2:06:25

2:06:25

This month Tunde, Nezzy and Harry talk about the shifting role of religion in the Black community and how their own personal experiences have shifted over the years. How do you balance personal politics with religious doctrines?We also talk about Donald Trump's growing list of merchandise as he prepares to reenter the White House, the world's respo…

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The Restless Spirits of Rotherwood 35:50

2d ago35:50

35:50

On the west side of Kingsport, Tennessee is Rotherwood, an old antebellum mansion overlooking the spot where the two forks of the Holston river come together. Today this red brick structure is privately owned, but according to local lore, it is home to more than just the living. For the last half a century, stories have placed at least two spirits …

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Intoducing: The Dark Histories Podcast 1:03:46

9d ago1:03:46

1:03:46

Fortnightly narratives on the unsolved and the unexplained, mysteries, historical true crime, touches of the paranormal and cultural peculiarities... The Dark Histories Podcast tells the stories of some of history's darkest moments, deepest mysteries, and strangest happenings, from large cultural events to smaller, localized legends. Host Ben Cutmo…

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The Signal-Man | A Spooky Victorian Christmas Story 36:03

15d ago36:03

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Happy Holidays to all of our listeners! This year we are sharing a classic ghost story written by the king of spooky Victorian Era Christmas tales-- Charles Dickens. Join us as Brandon narrates "The Signal-Man" by Charles Dickens. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bonus Content & More Southern G…

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The Baynard Mausoleum of Hilton Head Island 31:02

24d ago31:02

31:02

This episode of Southern Gothic originally aired March 26, 2023. The Baynard Mausoleum is the oldest surviving structure on Hilton Head Island, but eerily, the family once interred inside are no longer there. Now, after a century of vandalism and treasure hunters has taken its toll, we attempt to explore the local lore that has sprung up to give th…

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President Lincoln's Premonition of Death | Minisode 11:55

1M ago11:55

11:55

President Abraham Lincoln's legacy is steeped in lore, but did you know that a close personal friend of the famed commander and chief claimed that Lincoln dreamt of his assassination not long before the tragedy took place? Join us as we explore the most notorious precognitive dream in the history of the United States. Want to Listen to Southern Got…

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Pedro and the Prophetic Dream 33:06

1M ago33:06

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Following his death on February 16, 1893, Dr. Emile Overton Moore was buried in the Maple Hill cemetery, just north of his hometown of Helena; but, according to legend, Moore’s loyal canine companion, Pedro refused to leave his graveside after his interment. Out of respect for that beloved canine, Moore's family placed a statue of Pedro at his grav…

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Mystery of the Confederate Submarine H.L. Hunley 44:49

2M ago44:49

44:49

This episode of Southern Gothic originally aired February 22, 2022. On the night of February 17, 1864, an immense explosion took down the USS Housatonic, a massive warship that was part of the Federal forces’ twenty vessel blockade of the Charleston harbor. Yet the destruction came seemingly out of nowhere, as eyewitnesses in the crew claimed their…

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#2.02 - How authentic can you be as a Black Entrepreneur? feat Rejoice Ojiaku 2:00:56

2M ago2:00:56

2:00:56

This month we are joined by special guest Rejoice (@RejiYates) talking about our experience of Black entrepreneurship. What does authenticity look like? Is there a cap to your success? And are Londoners actually bad vibes?We also discuss the news of Kemi Badenoch being named leader of the Conservative Party, and share our thoughts on the last weeks…

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John Henry: Steel Driving Man 22:29

2M ago22:29

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This episode of Southern Gothic originally aired on March 5, 2021. When the Civil War drew to a close, the United States’ railway networks, particularly those in the Southern states, were in shambles. During the Reconstruction era, the rehabilitation of the southern rails and expansion of transcontinental railroads became a major undertaking, and a…

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Introducing: Sightings 43:13

2M ago43:13

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Have you ever felt a chill down your spine that you couldn't explain, seen a fleeting shadow in the corner of your vision, or heard a whisper on the wind that seemed just a little too clear? Well, you aren’t alone, and I have just the podcast for you. Sightings is a new series that invites you inside the world’s most mysterious unexplained events, …

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Listener Tales, Volume Two 30:12

2M ago30:12

30:12

This week we are going back to you & telling your listener-submitted stories! Tales include an ominous Tarot card reading down in New Orleans, a not-so-hitchhiking spirit, and a curse warnin' MeeMaw. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bonus Content & More Southern Gothic Premium on Spotify Southe…

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Hotel Brunswick's Phantom Harpist 27:16

2M ago27:16

27:16

On August 23, 1882 Italian harpist Antonio “Tony” Caseletta drowned in a sailing accident on the Cape Fear river, leaving behind a wife and child. His body was then buried in the Old Smithville Cemetery; however, many claim that his spirit continues to play his beloved instrument in the beautiful seaside mansion that once served as the Hotel Brunsw…

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Legend of the Richmond Vampire 33:00

2M ago33:00

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Legend claims that after the Church Hill Tunnel collapsed in 1925, a bloody creature with sharp teeth and decomposing skin appeared in the darkness before quickly escaping to the nearby Hollywood Cemetery, There, the creature that has since become known as the Richmond Vampire, disappeared into now-infamous W.W. Pool mausoleum that it had purported…

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The Weeping Arches of Cedar Grove | Campfire Tales 6:19

2M ago6:19

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A historic cemetery in New Bern, North Carolina is the site of an old legend that claims the beautiful arches over its entranceway purportedly weep for the dead. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? P…

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White Lady of the Natural Steps | Campfire Tales 8:02

2M ago8:02

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A unique natural formation on the banks of the Arkansas River is said to be home to the spirit of a lady in white. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bon…

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Spirits of Soules Chapel Cemetery | Campfire Tales 6:53

2M ago6:53

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One of Kentucky's most notorious cemeteries sits decaying just outside of the town of Sommerset.. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bonus Content & More…

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#2.01 - Is Black History Month Even Still Relevant? 1:43:49

2M ago1:43:49

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#2.01 - Is Black History Month Even Still Relevant? by Tales From The PlantationBy Tales From The Plantation

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The Black Dog of the Blue Ridge | Campfire Tales 8:01

2M ago8:01

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According to a legend told in 1907, a holler out in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains was once haunted by the spirit of man's best friend. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes,…

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The Devil's Chair of Cassadaga | Campfire Tales 8:10

2M ago8:10

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The Lake Helen Cemetery in Cassadaga, Florida is home to a unique landmark believed to give visitors the ability to summon the devil himself. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Epis…

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The Jacksonboro Ghost Light | Campfire Tales 8:27

3M ago8:27

8:27

Jacksonboro, South Carolina is home to an old legend that claims the spirit of a heartbroken father continues to wander an old dark road outside of town in search of his missing daughter. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to …

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Heartbroken Spirit of the Sorority House | Campfire Tales 9:15

3M ago9:15

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The University of Georgia in Athens is old enough to have more than its fair share of ghost stories, but the most infamous is the purported haunting of a historic sorority house. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern …

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The Bell Witch: A Special Unspookable Crossover! 30:49

3M ago30:49

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What comes to mind when you hear the term "ghost story"? For many Americans, if you don't think of the haunting of the Bell family of Tennessee, you're surely thinking of one of the dozens of stories inspired by this tale. What is it about this chilling legend that still has us talking over 200 years later? Join us as we delve into The Bell Witch, …

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Voices in the Mine | Campfire Tales 9:43

3M ago9:43

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According to prolific folklorist Nancy Roberts, the now-closed copper mine in Ducktown, Tennesse is home to a century-old piece of lore. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes,…

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The Witch of Hinds Road | Campfire Tales 9:27

3M ago9:27

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Just outside the town of Gadsden, Alabama, is a lonely gravel road believed to be haunted by the spirit of a vengeful witch who was purportedly murdered there over a century ago. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern …

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Legend of the Devil's Toy Box | Campfire Tales 7:02

3M ago7:02

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Folks up in Northern Louisiana claim that there's an old shack somewhere out in the country that is known as the Devil's Toy Box, a place where visitors who go inside go mad! This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Goth…

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Screaming Jenny's Horrible Death | Campfire Tales 11:01

3M ago11:01

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The old railroad tracks near Harper's Ferry, West Virginia are believed to be the place where a truly horrifying and heartbreaking spirit roams. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free E…

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