Why does a mysterious Lady in White inhabit a home on Third Avenue in Franklin, Tennessee? The origins may lie in a tale about a woman who decided to cancel her wedding at the last minute.
Join us and find out about the haunted history of the Corn House. Don't forget to check out Southern Ghost Stories: Franklin, Tennessee for more eerie tales.
Enter the world of late 19th-century Chicago, where Dr. Mabel Jackman emerges as a prominent figure in the city's spiritualist circles. With her boardinghouse on North Clark Street serving as a hub for mystical gatherings, Dr. Jackman earns the moniker "the Shepherdess of Paradise" as she offers guidance and conducts seances for a devoted following.
However, Dr. Jackman's influence takes a darker turn when Dr. Alfred J. Cole becomes entangled in a dubious business proposition presented by two mysterious men, Frank Edwards and George White. Amidst accusations of manipulation and hypnotic coercion, Dr. Jackman's reputation comes under scrutiny as her involvement in Dr. Cole's misfortune unfolds.
As Dr. Jackman's tale unfolds, her legacy of mystery and scandal spans decades, from opulent mansions to the shadowy depths of the House of Seven Bathrooms. Join us as we delve into the enigmatic saga of Dr. Mabel Jackman, exploring the enduring allure of spiritualism amidst a backdrop of deception and intrigue in 19th-century Chicago.
In this episode, we explore the eerie tale of Knox Martin, a condemned man whose execution in 1879 in Nashville takes a bizarre turn, echoing themes of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. From the grim discovery at his sister's cabin to Knox's chilling hanging witnessed by thousands, we uncover the shocking attempt to bring him back from the dead using electric current. As rumors swirl and history unfolds, we confront the dark legacy of medical curiosity and the exploitation of the condemned, delving into the timeless fascination with life, death, and the boundaries of human experimentation. Join us as we unravel the mysteries surrounding Knox Martin's electrifying resurrection.
For more eerie tales from South Nashville, please check out our book, "Southern Ghost Stories: South Nashville".
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The old Central State Hospital in Nashville was the site of fires, murders and a pauper's graveyard. Today the property is home to an insurance company and a warehouse. Spoiler alert: They are both haunted!
If you want to learn more about the old asylum, please check out our book Southern Ghost Stories: South Nashville.
In the 19th century the Galt House was the premier place to stay in Louisville, Kentucky. It was also the scene of some high profile murders and a deadly fire. While the old hotel is gone, the buildings there in its original footprint are said to be very, very haunted.
For more information on hauntings in Louisville, check out our book, Southern Ghost Stories: Louisville.
Is an old doctor's office that has been converted into a shopping center haunted by a Union soldier? We dig into the aftermath of the Battle of Franklin to find out just who the ghost in the building really is!
From Los Angeles to Arkansas and Nashville, Tony and Susan Alamo built an empire leaving countless victims in their wake. The grifters of God made were an infamous duo that will be remembered for years.
But, did you know there is a ghost story surrounding the Alamos? After Susan Alamo’s death, the government raided the couples compound in Arkansas and found that her body had been removed from a mausoleum on-site.
Where did the body go? What did Tony Alamo do with his wife’s remains? An old church he owned where a female specter has been seen may unlock the answer…
For more info on the Alamos check out the book Southern Ghost Stories: West Nashville.
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