The White Hart Stag was once the personal badge of the king, and businesses and people would display it to show their allegiance. Today, there are still dozens of inns in the United Kingdom that bear the name White Hart. Each of them is unique, but all are very historic having stood for over hundreds of years. Many of them are reputedly haunted. Join us as we venture around the United Kingdom and explore the history and hauntings of the White Hart Hotels. The Moment in Oddity was suggested by Jared Rang and features Bat Bombs and This Month in History features the premiere of The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-514-white-hart-hotels
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Fort Lauderdale means fun in the sun at a beach for most people. But this oceanside town has another side. There are many haunted locations here and for good reason. The Seminoles fought with settlers, the titans of industry made this their playground and this is the Venice of America with 165 miles of scenic inland waterways. Water is a key conduit for paranormal activity. In October, we met up with our listeners Amanda and Charlotte and had some dinner and then headed off for a ghost tour. Join us as we share the history and hauntings of Fort Lauderdale! The Moment in Oddity features Stoneman Willie and This Month in History features the debut of Days of Our Lives.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-513-haunted-fort-lauderdale
Stagecoach stops have a knack for being haunted. This isn’t surprising due to the amount of activity that these locations experienced throughout history. The stagecoach was the best form of transportation across land before the railroad stretched across America. The Old Stagecoach Inn in Vermont served as a stagecoach stop as well as a tavern. Eventually, the building became a private residence and a former owner named Margaret Spencer might still be here in the afterlife. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Old Stagecoach Inn! The Moment in Oddity features Cannibalistic Funerals and This Month in History features the first patented bra.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-512-old-stagecoach-inn
Quincy, Illinois became a thriving riverfront featuring steamboats and trade due to its location along the Mississippi River. Many Germans settled in the town and one of those people was a man named George Metz. He built his mansion, Villa Katherine, here and it seems that his beloved dog has stayed on there in the afterlife. That isn’t the only haunted location in Quincy. There are many legends connected to this historic city. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Quincy, Illinois! The Moment in Oddity features Mount San Nicola Theatre and This Month in History features the Lincolns get married.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-511-haunted-quincy-illinois
One of Britain’s most haunted homes was nicknamed The Witch Farm. A young family experienced seven years of haunting activity while living there. This was meant to be their dream home, but it became a nightmare. Some people believed that ley lines of dark energy ran under the property. There are some who thought that the family who lived there were perhaps having mental health issues. Many people witnessed or experienced unexplained things at this property to lend credence to the stories. And the history of the land certainly has fuel to spark paranormal activity. Join us as we share the compelling haunting of The Witch Farm! The Moment in Oddity features The Muffin Man and This Month in History features the creation of the tuxedo.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-509-the-witch-farm
This is another haunted cemeteries episode! We feature five cemeteries including the London Necropolis, Portugal’s Cemetery of Pleasures, King’s Chapel Burying Ground in Boston, Pine Hill Cemetery in Alabama and Elmwood Cemetery in Memphis. Join us as we share the history and hauntings of these final resting places! The Moment in Oddity features Dancing on a Grave Memorial and This Month in History features the first person to survive Niagara Falls.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-508-haunted-cemeteries-27
Omni Hotels & Resorts own a long list of haunted hotels and they embrace that reputation. One of their hotels is the Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. This is a beautiful location surrounded by the White Mountain National Forest, so it is no wonder that the rich would make this one of their playgrounds. Some of the grandest hotels ever built in America’s history, were built here. Perhaps it is that link to the Gilded Age that has locked in spectres to this establishment. Join us as we share the history and hauntings of the Mount Washington Hotel. The Moment in Oddity features The Hambone Award and This Month in History features the first World Series radio broadcast.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-507-mount-washington-hotel
Portugal sits right along the coast of Spain and while Spain overshadows it in size, the history of Portugal is vast. A mix of cultures have lived and ruled here for centuries. The country became a leader in exploration of the world and thus a principal entity for world trade. Today, the Republic of Portugal is a respected country that heralds peace and has a population of 11 million people. There are quite a few ghosts among that population and on this episode, we are going to feature several locations in the country that are reputedly haunted. The Moment in Oddity features radioactive boars and This Month in History features the first passenger locomotive.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-506-haunted-portugal
Lincoln, Nebraska is the home of the Cornhuskers and its also the state’s capitol city. The Sower stands atop the tower of the Capitol Building, preparing to toss some seeds to businesses and neighborhoods below. Some refer to the area as fly over country and describe the landscape as boring. But for us, if you throw ghosts in the mix, a city becomes suddenly exciting. And a quick drive through the nearby rural areas certainly inspires visions of Children of the Corn. Join us as we share the history and hauntings of Lincoln, Nebraska. The Moment in Oddity was suggested by Jannae McCabe and features the Cookiecutter Shark and This Month in History features the creation of Chia Pets. Our location was suggested by Dan.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-505-haunted-lincoln-nebraska
Dartmoor is located in an upland area of southern Devon, England. Much of the area is protected by a National Park and it has the largest concentration of Bronze Age ruins in the United Kingdom. This land has been an inspiration to many writers. The landscape is full of standing stones, tombs, legends and spirits. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Dartmoor! The Moment in Oddity was suggested by Karen Miller and features the Longaberger Basket Building and This Month in History features Barney Flaherty becoming first newsie.
https://sites.libsyn.com/58064/ep-504-legends-of-dartmoor