History Goes Bump: Ghost Tours For The Mind

The St. Augustine Lighthouse is actually a Light Station, meaning that the lighthouse is accompanied by several outbuildings. This is one of the tallest and oldest lighthouses in America. We visited with several History Goes Bump listeners to experience the Dark of the Moon Ghost Tour. While many families lived here without incident, there were a couple that suffered tragedy. And it is through those tragedies that spiritual energy seems to have continued on, even after all these years. We had what seemed to be an experience of our own. Come with us as we share that and the history and hauntings of the St. Augustine Light Station. The Moment in Oddity features the Eillean Mor Lighthouse Mystery and This Day in History features the Battle of Neville's Cross. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and our personal photos, including of our group, can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/10/hgb-podcast-ep-76-st-augustine-light.html Love the show and want to help keep us on the air and bringing you more content? Become an Executive Producer for as little as $1 a month: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

New Orleans is a city that seems to ooze the paranormal and the occult. The wrought iron balconies and cobble stone streets remind people that this is a city with a deep history. Every corner seems to reveal a new delight for the history lover and foodie alike. Whether it's the jazz streaming from the windows of the French Quarter to the beignets at shops like Cafe Du Monde, New Orleans is an amazing city. The legend around New Orleans' Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau is larger than life, as large as the mystique of New Orleans itself. She captivated the city for decades and her grave still draws people from around the world. It would seem that the spirits are very active here. Come with us as we discover the history and the hauntings of Marie Laveau. The Moment in Oddity features Princess Olga of Kiev and This Day in History features Emperor Claudius's Death. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/10/hgb-podcast-ep-75-marie-laveau-and.html We are listener supported! You can help out the show and become an Executive Producer here: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

The Battle of Gettysburg is perhaps the most famous battle of the Civil War. President Abraham Lincoln even gave one of his most enduring speeches from Gettysburg and named it the Gettysburg Address. Nearly every American knows the first line, which reads, "Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal." Many men died during that battle and it was truly the turning point of the war and the beginning of the defeat of the Confederacy. Perhaps this is why the Battle of Gettysburg continues to this day. Not just as a part of re-enactments, but as ghostly battles continuing on the field. Countless witnesses have reported seeing the battle, hearing the sounds of the battle and bumping into ghostly soldiers. Today, we explore the history and hauntings of Gettysburg. The Moment in Oddity features the Nagyrev Poisonings and This Day in History features the railway opening in Dublin. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Become an Executive producer and help support the show: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/10/hgb-podcast-ep-74-gettysburg.html

Bran Castle is more famously known as Dracula Castle. Originally, the Teutonic Knights claimed this spot and had a wooden fortress on the site in the 1200s, but eventually a new castle would be built and it possibly might have been a place where Vlad the Impaler passed through. Queen Maria would take possession in the 1920s and turn the fortress into a fairytale castle. Bram Stoker chose this location as the setting for part of his novel "Dracula." Stoker never visited the castle and thus his description does not match reality. Count Dracula never lived here either being that he is fictious. But the history connected to the castle gives it an ominous mystique, one that would lead many to believe the castle is haunted. But is it? And what of the lore about vampires? Are they real? Join us as we examine the history and hauntings of Bran Castle. The Moment in Oddity features the Vetala and This Day in History features the Women's March on Versailles. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/10/hgb-podcast-ep-73-bran-castle.html Music featuring This is Halloween by Kayzo & LooKas can be found here: https://soundcloud.com/kayzo-music/this-is-halloween-kayzo-x-lookas Help the show grow! Donate and unlock exclusive content: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump.com

We are a year old! What started as a fun side endeavour into the world of podcasting has become a community and so much more than we ever imagined. We thank each and every one of our listeners for their support and for listening. Here's to a great year and an even better year to come! In this special, we introduce everyone to our HGB Research Crew - they share a little about themselves and their paranormal experiences along with answers to some "tough" questions we asked them - and we end the special answering listener questions. Enjoy! Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Help us to expand in our second year and become an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Just the mere mention of the name Bruce Lee conjures visions of martial arts fighting and movies. Bruce Lee fought discrimination to become the most famous American of Asian descent. He is considered the most influencial martial artist of all time. Fame was elusive and once found, it perhaps was not what Bruce Lee had dreamed it would be. His candle did not burn long as he died at the young age of 32. Some say it was a curse that took his life. A curse that carried over and took the life of his actor son Brandon Lee as well. Could it be the early deaths of these two young men that has led to their spirits being at unrest? Was it a curse that plagued the Lees? Come with us as we explore the life and afterlife of Bruce Lee. Moment in Oddity features strange German rules of the past and This Day in History features the Navy ending its use of flogging. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-72-life-and-afterlife-of.html Love the show? Want to be a part of helping it grow? Become an Executive Producer for as little as $1 a month: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Las Vegas has always been considered "Sin City" because of the permissiveness of what most people consider to be sin like gambling, sex, drinking, prostitution and much more. Las Vegas was a warm retreat for gangsters at one time and some of those gangsters helped Vegas to become the city it is today. People driving towards Las Vegas witness the glow on the horizon from all the neon lights that sparks the imagination. What child hasn't sat stunned in the car watching all the blinking lights? This place is the capital of entertainment and a good time. Las Vegas plays host to more than just the living though. A city caught up in this much emotion is the perfect setting for ghostly activity. Today we explore just two of the places that are reportedly haunted. The Flamingo and Bally's have interesting histories that have led them to be rumored to be haunted. Get out your tokens and loosen up that arm for some one on one with a one armed bandit as we venture into the casinos of Vegas. Moment in Oddity features the Case of Dr. Lemberger and This Day in History features John Jay as first Chief Justice. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-71-flamingo-ballys.html If you enjoy the show, consider supporting us monetarily. Even $1 helps us out to keep production up and makes you an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

We are joined on today's episode by author and medium Janice Carlson to discuss her experiences in Tombstone, Arizona. Tombstone calls itself "The West's Most Famous Town" and it probably is just that. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Tombstone! The Moment in Oddity features the Backward Imposter Body and This Day in History features the publications of the Hobbit. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-70-haunted-tombstone.html More on Janice Carlson: http://janicecarlson.com

What is it about theaters that causes them to so often have tales of haunting experiences? Is it the emotions that are displayed on the stage and evoked in the audience? Are they just more prone to accidents and death? Landers Theater in Springfield, Missouri is one such theater. This theater has stood for decades and seen much history. Famous performers took to the stage, including Lillian Russell and Lon Chaney. When motion pictures became the thing, the theater adapted. But there is more than just a rich history to this place. Something else seems to have carried over through the decades. Spirit activity is reportedly high inside this elegant theater. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Landers Theater. Moment in Oddity features the Skeleton Under the Tree and This Day in History features Harriet Tubman and her Flight to Freedom. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-69-landers-theater.html Become an Executive Producer of the show: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Maitland Gaol is considered Australia's hardest jail. For nearly twenty years the gaol has stood empty, but for 150 years this jail housed some of Australia's worst criminals. Behind the sandstone and razor-wire of this modern day tourist attraction, some of the worst brutality occurred from murders to rape and of course, suicides. Inmates claim that the cells were concrete coffins. This kind of energy and emotion usually feeds unexplained activity. Rumors of hauntings permeate the stories about the gaol. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Maitland Gaol! Moment in History features the Fertility Chair and This Day in History features Francis Scott Key being inspired to write the Star Spangled Banner. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Check out the show notes: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-68-maitland-gaol.html Become an Executive Producer of the show: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Raynham Hall in New York has seen much history in its time. The homestead survived the Revolutionary War and occupation by a British regiment. It was part of a spy ring as well. It has survived years of additions being added to the building and the changing of hands. Something else has survived from the past as well. It would seem the spirits of the former occupants have decided to stay as well. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Raynham Hall. Moment in Oddity features a strange creature found in Russia and This Day in History features the patent of the sewing machine. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-67-raynham-hall.html Support the show and become an executive producer! http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Sometimes a place is needed to help with reforming young people when they wander down the wrong road in life. That is what the Ohio State Reformatory was originally meant to do: help wayward young men get back on the right road. The beautiful Gothic reformatory built of iron and limestone is so picturesque that it was used as a location in the movie, "The Shawshank Redemption." But what happened to many of the residents of this building was anything, but beautiful and certainly was not about truly reforming young men. Stories that include torture, beatings and other misdeeds are numerous. And wherever strong emotions are built up, we usually find some kind of unexplained phenomenon. Come with us as we venture inside the Ohio State Reformatory! The Moment in Oddity features the Hammersmith Ghost and This Day in History features a pretender claiiming the throne as King Richard IV. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-66-ohio-state-reformatory.html Become an Executive Producer of the show: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Deep in the Bayou, originates the legend of a mysterious creature. There are more than gators, Cottonmouths, snapping turtles and the giant rat-like Nutria in the swamps. Haunting howls in the middle of the night indicate that something large, wild and scary roams about the mangroves. Tales about this creature have been passed down through the generations. Were these stories created just to scare the children and keep them from wandering into the swamp or to get them to behave? Are these tales just simply made up to explain the disappearance of domestic animals? Join us as we delve into the legend of the Rougarou. Moment in Oddity features burial pods and This Day in History features Frederick Douglass' escape from slavery. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-65-legend-of-rougarou.html Become an Executive Producer of the show for only $1 a month. Unlock exclusive content like the Haunted True Crime podcast for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/historygoesbump?ty=h

Pittsburgh is the original "Gateway to the West" and began as a Frontier Fort. In the 1900s, the Federal Courthouse was built in a design that leaves much to be desired particularly compared to the more interesting Allegheny County Courthouse. But the Federal Courthouse is quite interesting when considering the rumors that it is haunted. Pittsburgh is a very haunted city and this location is just one of the many spots harboring those still here in the afterlife. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Pittsburgh's Federal Courthouse! Moment in Oddity features Surgeon Barbers and This Day in History features the patent of the Kinetoscope. We also discuss an interesting study on how hauntings might make people more honest. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures contributed by Dan Foytik of 9th Story Studios: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-64-pittsburghs-federal.html

This will be the last BounsCast offered publically on the main History Goes Bump Podcast feed. Future BonusCasts like this one will be offered as exclusive content to those pledging $5 a month or above. For the price of a cup of coffee, you can help keep the History Goes Bump Podcast in production and growing. Our goal would be to bring you at least 10 episodes a month on the free feed and lots of other fun stuff like contests and virtual ghost tours on video or through Periscope. On this BonusCast, Diane shares an interview she conducted with writer Robert Schneck a couple of years ago about his story, "The Bridge to Body Island," which features the legend of the Bye Bye Man. This story is the inspiration for a supernatural Hollywood thriller set to be released in 2016. Enjoy!

Being born into poverty does not usually relegate someone into a life of opulence and superstardom; a fame so great that everyone knows the person by just one name. Such was the life of Elvis Presley. It was a life cut short 38 years ago this month, but the legacy of Elvis lives on whether it be his influence on music, style or entertainment. After his death, it was popular for there to be sightings of Elvis. Some thought he faked his death so he could live a normal life. While many sightings have been of fully alive people who happened to look like the man dubbed "The King of Rock and Roll," other sightings have been of a ghostly image of Elvis. On this episode, we explore the life and afterlife of Elvis Presley. The Moment in Oddity features La Pascualita (a life-like mannequin) and This Day in History features the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-63-life-and-afterlife-of.html Become an Executive Producer for the podcast for as little as $1 a month! Get access to the Haunted True Crime Podcast for $5 a month! http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Moses Cone Manor is also known as Flat Top Manor and is located in the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area in North Carolina. It is a beautiful mansion built by Moses Cone at the turn of the last century. Cone loved the home and some wonder if perhaps he is still there in the afterlife. The tales that surround the manor include tales of moving furniture, ominous noises, strange happenings and even grave robbing. Our listener and North Carolina resident Steven Pappas joins us as a special guest host as we share the history and hauntings of the Moses Cone Manor. The Moment in Oddity features an underwater river and This Day in History features the first air mail in America. Become an executive producer of the show by becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/historygoesbump?ty=h Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-62-moses-cone-manor.html

Some of the most infamous trials in American history revolve around a small town in Massachusetts named Salem. Salem and witches have become intertwined through the years and a study in human psychology surrounding the events of the Salem Witch Trials reveals a very heinous side to humanity. The use of the terminology "witch hunt" was inspired by the Salem Witch Trials. Today, we explore not only the historic events themselves, but what led several communities to turn on their neighbors leading to deadly results. We also will look at the tales of curses and hauntings that spawned from the Salem Witch Trials. Moment in Oddity features the Palm Sunday Case and This Day in History features the first time prize fighting rules were put to paper. The History Goes Bump Podcast is completely listener supported and we want to keep it ad free and sponsor free. This is a show for you and by you! We put a lot of time, energy and resources into the production of the show. If you have the means, you can donate to the show with a one time donation or set up a monthly recurring donation or purchase something from the emporium. These donations go to our expenses, which include production costs, hosting, bandwidth, the blog, website expenses, equipment expenses and much more. For as little as $1 every month, you can become an executive producer of the show! One time donaters are our producers! http://historygoesbump.com/support-the-show/ Music used in this episode is by Kevin MacLeod "Lost Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ "Past the Edge" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-61-salem-witch-trials_10.html

Danvers State Hospital sits on land that once was inhabited by Native Americans. Through the years the area was settled by Europeans and became known as the town of Salem. Later, the town of Salem would be broken into smaller towns and the city of Danvers was established. A state hospital was built here that became home to not only the terminally or drastically ill, but also the mentally ill. As is the case with so many hospitals and sanatoriums that we have researched, this was not necessarily a good home for people. Years of abuse and deaths have led what used to be Danvers State Hospital to be considered one of the most haunted places in Massachusetts. Reports of hauntings continue today despite the fact that it has now been converted into apartments. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Danvers State Hospital. Moment in Oddity features the lady in black and This Day in History features the founding of the Firestone Tire Company. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-60-danvers-state-hospital.html

The history of the town of Plymouth, Massachusetts is unique in that most Americans are familiar with the start of this settlement and that is why it is known as "America's Hometown." After all, we have a national holiday inspired by events that took place in Plymouth: Thanksgiving. There are some misconceptions about the history of the Pilgrims and Plymouth and many people may not think about the history that has continued on into the afterlife. In this episode, we will bring you the history and the hauntings of Plymouth. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com

On this BonusCast, we take the listeners behind the scenes and share our introductory conversation with Patrick Keller of the Big Seance Podcast before we get into talking about the Myrtles Plantation. We also have outtakes featuring our bloopers and other items that reveal just how professional we are around here. Enjoy!

Mineral Wells, Texas is most famous for the mineral springs that are there. In the early 1900s, the city became a place for those seeking healing from the curative effects of the mineral springs. To provide lodging for these guests, a hotel was built named for its builder, the Baker Hotel. There are more than just mineral spirits hanging around the Baker Hotel. There are allegedly ghosts in this hotel. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Baker Hotel. Moment in Oddity features the death of President Zachary Taylor and This Day in History features the Battle of Harlaw. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-58-baker-hotel.html

Queen's Park in Toronto is a beautiful picturesque park that was a part of the early park movement in Canada. Within it's borders, it holds the magnificent legislative building. The park is encircled by the city that grew up around it and enjoyed by many. Some of those that enjoy the park are doing so in the afterlife. There are at least five spirits that have been encountered at the Legislative Building. There was another building here before the government structure, an asylum. Do the ghosts of the past haunt the marble hallways of this place? Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Queen's Park. The Moment in Oddity features Janus Cats and This Day in History features the hanging of five women in the Salem Witch Trials. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-57-queens-park.html

On today's episode, we are joined by special co-host Patrick Keller of The Big Seance Podcast! Patrick is not only a paranormal investigator, but he also recently visited the Myrtles Plantation and shares his experiences there. Southern charm abounds at the beautiful Antebellum Myrtles Plantation. The mansion has been restored to its former glory and houses much of the original architectural and decorative features. The city where it is located has a deep history and once was a very important city in the south. The Myrtles Plantation is considered one of the most haunted places in Louisiana.The story behind the hauntings is tragic and many people claim to have had experiences while staying at the Myrtles, which is now a Bed & Breakfast. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings at the Myrtle Plantation. Moment in Oddity features the mummy of Bishop Peder Winstrup and This Day in History features the first World's Fair held in New York City at the Crystal Palace. Check out our website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-56-myrtles-plantation.html

The Old Jail in Charleston, South Carolina is an architecturally beautiful building that dates back to the early 1800s. The jail has seen its share of thieves, murderers and even pirates. A stone building that has stood for centuries tends to carry far more than just memories of years gone by. The spirits of those who were locked inside the structure still seem to resonate within those walls. Death may not have been the end for those condemned. Do some of these people still carry on in the afterlife? Let's explore the history and hauntings of Charleston's Old Jail. The Moment in Oddity features the Hardy Tree and This Day in History features the invention of the corn cob pipe. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-55-old-charleston-jail.html

The Buxton Inn is the state of Ohio's oldest continuously operating inn that has stayed in the same location and same building. Since 1812 it has offered travelers a comfortable place to stay. Perhaps the inn is too comfortable. Based on the experiences of patrons and employees, it would seem that the inn is so inviting, many spirits have decided to stay here in the afterlife. Staying at the inn is like taking a step back in history. Join us as we step back and investigate the history and hauntings of this grand old inn. The Moment in Oddity features Animal Cults in Ancient Egypt and This Day in History features America's Independence Day. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-54-buxton-inn.html

About 1.5 miles off the shores of San Francisco, California lies a rocky island with the infamous name "Alcatraz." Some of the most notorious criminals in American history were sent to a prison built on the island that bears the same name because of the impossibility of escape. But long before the likes of Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly and Robert "Birdman" Stroud came to the island affectionately nicknamed "The Rock," the island housed a light house and a military prison. Many desperate souls wiled away their lives on Alcatraz Island and many of those souls seemed to have stayed. Those souls include not only prisoners, but banished Native Americans. Some claim a portal exists on the island. Come with us across the cold waters of the San Francisco Bay as we explore the history and hauntings of Alcatraz. The Moment in Oddity features Dancing Mania and This Day in History features the St. Hilaire Train Disaster.

The Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles is not a place where most people would want to rent a room.That might be why the Cecil Hotel was reported closed, but do not be fooled, the hotel just changed its name to Stay on Main and advertises itself as a hostel. Not only is it a budget hotel frequented by transients, but it has a creepy and murderous past that has caused it to be a source of numerous tales of haunting experiences. This infamous history includes suicides, disappearances, murders and serial killers. The hotel made news in 2013 when the funny tasting water coming out of the faucets was linked to a dead body in the water tower. A disturbing video related to this death has gone viral. You might want to turn on the lights for this episode as we explore the history and hauntings of the Cecil Hotel. The Moment in Oddity features the Dylatov Pass Incident and This Day in History features coffee planting in Hawaii. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes, videos and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/06/hgb-podcast-ep-52-cecil-hotel.html

It's back to Australia on today's episode! The Monte Cristo Homestead is considered to be the most haunted house in Australia. Today, we are joined again by our friend from Down Under, Freya, and we are going to share the history and hauntings of this beautiful home in New South Wales. After you listen, you might just agree that this home really does belong on our "infamous" most haunted list! The Moment in oddity features the Green Children of Woolpit and This Day in History features the Continental Army leaving Valley Forge. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review! Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/06/hgb-podcast-ep-51-monte-cristo-homestead.html

In this fifth BonusCast from History Goes Bump, you will hear a bit about the phenomenon that is the podcast Lore, which is currently taking iTunes by storm, and you will also hear a clip from Diane's co-hosting adventure on The 9th Story Podcast - you know the clip where the haunted music box makes an appearance or rather doesn't, but Diane and Dan are freaked, so something happened! Also, there are some more outtakes from the show, particularly featuring Denise's non-existent giggling - uh huh - and our guest co-host Freya even makes it into the outtakes with both some tongue tied issues and a little behind the scenes peek - or listen - to the pre-show talk. Enjoy! To get the full 9th Story Podcast episode on the dark side of fairytales: http://www.9thstory.com/316/ Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com

We love covering urban legends and we have another one for this episode. Urban legends can be as recent as the Charlie, Charlie Game that went viral on the internet a couple of weeks ago or they can reach back into the past. The legend surrounding the Devil's Footprints dates back to 1855. The Devil's Footprints is an unexplained mystery that is one of the strangest stories we have ever heard. The only theory that has really survived the test of time is that the Devil paid a visit to Devon, England and made his way bouncing around roofs and yards and such. After hearing the details, perhaps you will come up with your own theory. Was it the Devil? Did aliens pay a visit? Could these be the tracks of a ghost? The Moment in Oddity features the disappearing island of Lomea and This Day in History features the Stars and Stripes becoming America's official flag. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/06/hgb-podcast-ep-50-legend-of-devils.html

Pocatello High School in Idaho is a beautiful historic school that has made the top ten on a very unique list. Pocatello is one of the top ten scariest high schools in America! There is more to this revelation than just whispered rumors among students in the hallways. Closed circuit TV has picked up strange anomalies. One would think a school in Idaho would not be a place where multiple deaths have occurred, but Pocatello is different. One of the deaths was even part of a twisted suicide pact. Come with us back to school as we explore the halls and classrooms of Pocatello High School. The Moment in Oddity features Dead Letters and This Day in History features the suicide of Nero. Check out our website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and video can be seen here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/06/hgb-podcast-ep-49-pocatello-high-school.html

Waardenburg Castle sits in the woods of Waardenburg Village in the Netherlands. The castle has survived for centuries, enduring wars including World War II, pillaging, passing through the hands of many families and severe demolition. The castle is both magnificent and creepy at the same time. The odd shape of the castle and its unique turrets add to the mystique. The long history of the castle includes some tragic and horrific events. Bodies have been found buried in the cellar, ghosts haunt the hallways and the legend of Dr. Faust has found a home here. Blood stains that cannot be removed are testament to the strange and creepy stories of this castle. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures are here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/06/hgb-podcast-ep-48-waardenburg-castle.html

The Gunter Hotel is a historic hotel owned by Sheraton that is located in beautiful San Antonio, Texas. The hotel provides high end accommodations and amenities that include an old time barber shop. There is more than meets the eye at the Gunter Hotel though. A long history that includes a horrific murder mystery has led many to believe that the hotel is haunted. And based on people's experiences, this hotel very well could be host to at least one restless spirit. The Moment in Oddity features Sailing Stones and This Day in History features Joan of Arc burned at the stake. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/05/hgb-podcast-ep-47-gunter-hotel.html

History Goes Bump is roadtripping and this is the final episode from the road! Diane and Denise visited Music City, better known as Nashville and took in some of the historic buildings and a ghost tour with Nashville Ghost Tours. On this show, they share a brief history and then the hauntings that take place at some of the historic buildings including the state capitol!

History Goes Bump is road tripping and stopped over in St. Charles, Missouri. This beautiful historic downtown area is a treasure of history and hauntings! Lewis and Clark left on their historic expedition from this area. Michael Henry was the tour guide for our ghost tour and he shared a wealth of knowledge. In this podcast from the road, we share a brief history of the town and some of the hauntings going on there!

History Goes Bump spent a few days in the middle of Iowa farmland, hanging out with family. Our location just happened to be a spot where some unexplained experiences have occurred. Denise and Diane are joined by special guest hosts, Jordan, our eleven year old niece, Jacob, our five year old nephew, and Christy, Diane'sister. We also share the story about a haunted farm in Indiana and the legend of the Bell Witch from Tennessee.

History Goes Bump is in Chicago. Denise and Diane share a brief history of the city and several of the haunted locations in the city. Highlights include Resurrection Cemetery, the site of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the Hull House, the Water Tower and thr Murder Castle.

Denise and Diane have traveled to Louisville, Kentucky on Day 2 of the History Goes Bump Road Trip 2015. They share a brief history of the city and the hauntings that have been a part of the city for decades, including those at Waverley Hills Sanatorium!

Denise and Diane have hit the road and they are taking listeners with them! Here is Day 1 of Road Trip 2015 with their first stop in Chattanooga! Listen as they travel from Chattanooga to Louisville, Kentucky and share a brief history of Chattanooga and the hauntings of this city that they learned about on the Chattanooga Ghost Tour with Kevin.

Norwich State Hospital in Connecticut served as a home and place of treatment for the mentally ill for a hundred years. As is the case with many old insane asylums, treatment methods were arcane and in some cases torturous. Mental illness was not understood and people were mistreated years ago. Places that harbor pain and suffering seem to capture the energy for all eternity and that energy tends to lead to supernatural activity. Is it because spirits become trapped? Are evil beings attracted to the painful emotions and so they come and take up residence? Or is the bad energy trapped within the walls of the building itself? Today, we talk about the history and hauntings of the Norwich State Hospital for the Insane. The Moment in Oddity features Bog Bodies and This Day in History features the assassination of France's King Henri IV. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Check out the show notes here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/05/hgb-podcast-ep-46-norwich-state-hospital.html

Dolls are one of the oldest and original toys. Dolls have been used for more than just play though. Sometimes they are used in religious rites, for magic or education. The main characteristic of dolls is the fact that they are made to resemble human beings. Could some dolls carry more than just a resemblance to humans? Could some of them contain a soul or spirit? Join us as we explore a brief history of dolls and then share the tales of many dolls that seem to do more than just sit idly and stare blankly into space. The Moment in Oddity features the St. Louis Ghost Train and This Day in History features the first American political cartoon: Join or Die. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/05/hgb-podcast-ep-45-history-and-haunting.html

The Haunted Mansion at California's Disneyland Resort is one of the park's more famous and beloved attractions. What if that mansion were really haunted? Could it be? And what of the rest of the park? Could a park that was the heart and soul of Walt Disney go on without his spirit somehow sticking around? Disneyland was inspired by a dream to build a place where all the members of a family could have fun and this "Happiest Place on Earth" has been fulfilling that dream for sixty years. Come with us on a magical journey as we share the history and hauntings of Disneyland! The Moment in Oddity features famous people's weird pets and This Day in History features the fire at Paris' Rue Jean Goujon. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and video can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/05/hgb-podcast-ep-44-haunted-disneyland.html

Egypt is a land of ancient treasures and wonders. Pharaohs were honored in death with immense public monuments that we know as pyramids. The Old Kingdom of Egypt built monuments in Giza and the Nile Delta. The New Kingdom pharaohs of Egypt wanted to be buried closer to their dynastic roots and they had their crypts built in the hills of Luxor. This area became known as the Valley of the Kings. The Valley of the Kings would end up housing the remains of at least sixty Egyptian nobles. Pharaohs from King Tut to Ramses II have tombs here. There are more than tombs here though. There are tales of curses and hauntings in the Valley of the Kings. How does Downton Abbey figure into this? Moment in Oddity features the Mothman and This Day in History features the first run of the Electromote. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/04/hgb-podcast-ep-43-valley-of-kings.html

Leap Castle in Ireland had it's beginnings in blood and death and is one of the longest continually inhabited castles in the world. Gothic windows and ivy covered towers give the castle a truly stereotypical look. The history contained within the castles walls is fascinating and covers centuries of war and fires. The best way to describe the history is as a murder soap opera. In more recent times, it has been under extensive restoration. Castles and rich histories go hand in hand with hauntings and Leap Castle has many stories of the supernatural and is considered the most haunted castle in the world. The most well known haunting is about the Elemental that apparently resides at the castle. Come along with us to Ireland to find out more about this interesting location. Moment in Oddity features a murder investigation that revealed illegitimate children and This Day in History features the first continuous publication newspaper published in America. Check out our website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/04/hgb-podcast-ep-42-leap-castle.html

On the outskirts of Kamloop, British Columbia lies what remains of a once thriving self-sufficient city for the sick. Tranquille Sanatorium is a complex made up of over forty buildings that once housed the sick and later the handicapped. The grounds were beautiful and tranquil and today attempts are being made to revitalize the location. But not all is tranquil at the Sanatorium. Spirits continue to knock about the place. The years of loneliness and sadness seem to have been absorbed into the environment and on occasion, those emotions can be felt by the living and haunting encounters can occur. It would seem that Tranquille Sanatorium just might be haunted. The Moment in Oddity features fireproof Bibles and This Day in History features the Oklahoma City Bombing. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/04/hgb-podcast-ep-41-tranquille-sanatorium.html

Today's episode features a special guest co-host! Seventeen year old Welsh/Australian Freya joins us to help share the history and hauntings, including her own experience! Port Arthur is part of a World Heritage site Tfeaturing former Australian jail sites and it is an open air museum. Australia has a harsh history since it was established as a place for Britain to send her convicts. Many of the prisoners from Ireland's Kilmainham Gaol were sent to Australia. Port Arthur's prison became the stop for Britain's worst convicts. Such a harsh place would be a good breeding ground for things that go bump in the night just from its penal history alone. But this area has an even more tragic story. It was the site of a massacre in 1996. No wonder Port Arthur is considered to be one of the most haunted locations in all the world. Moment in Oddity features the blue people of Kentucky and This Day in History features the first run of the Pony Express. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/04/hgb-podcast-ep-40-port-aurthur-australia.html

Hotel Jerome is located in the heart of the city of Aspen in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. The luxury hotel provides high end amenities in a truly historic building. Hotel Jerome was built by a man who wanted it to be a model of excellence for years to come. And it has been that, but it also has been something else. The Hotel Jerome is apparently so luxurious that some guests never want to leave, forever. The Hotel Jerome is haunted. Moment in Oddity features the drunk zookeeper and the cobra and This Day in History features the Battle of Arras. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/04/hgb-podcast-39-hotel-jerome.html

The Lemp family and lager beer go hand in hand. What started out as a grocery business grew into a beer empire in St. Louis, Missouri that brought success and wealth to the Lemp family. But the history of the Lemp family is far from happy. Their story is one of sadness and tragedy. And that tragedy has led to rumors of hauntings at their home, the Lemp Mansion, in St. Louis. The Moment in Oddity features a tragic coincidence for brother and This Day in History features Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/04/hgb-podcast-38-lemp-mansion.html

As a special thank you to our listeners, here is BonusCast 4 featuring some outtakes from the show. We're not sure you'll think of it as much of a gift, but we pull back the curtain to reveal we aren't perfect...shocking we know! Enjoy!