History Goes Bump Podcast

The Ellis was once the Winecoff Hotel and it once dwarfed the other buildings. A devastating fire would kill over a hundred people in what has been dubbed the worst hotel fire in American history. Join me as I share the history and hauntings of the Winecoff Hotel. The Moment in Oddity was suggested by listener Jannae McCabe and features her grandfather being buried with bent legs and This Month in History features the trial of Marie Antoinette.

In a quiet neighborhood, just a few blocks away from Villisca's downtown, stands a very ordinary looking white frame house. I never imagined that I would eventually visit and tour the house, much less spend an evening sleeping inside. Join myself, Kelly and three listeners on this investigation of the Villisca Axe Murder House. The Moment in Oddity was suggested by Nicole Capps Dixon and features the Boojum of North Carolina and This Month in History features the Veil of Our Lady appearing.

The McInteer Villa began as a grand home for the McInteer family and over the last century it has been a place of comfort for many people. Through that time, it has not only been a place for the living, but also for, the dead. Join me and the owners of the McInteer Villa, Stephanie and Jeff Neal, as we discuss the history and hauntings of this historic home! The Moment in Oddity features the Human Fly dying at the Rutherford County Courthouse and This Month in History features the Reuben James torpedoed.

History Goes Bump turns 5 today! We've produced 350 episodes with over 4 million downloads and entertained while educating. But HGB isn't just about the production. It's about the community of listeners. So, as we've done for the last three anniversary shows, this anniversary special features a Flash Fiction contest with stories by our listeners. We've have our three winners and two runner-ups to share. Thanks for the listens! Everybody will be very happy with one of the announcements I make!

The Squirrel Cage Jail is very unassuming. No one would really know there was a jail inside. This was the inaugural ghost hunt hosted by History Goes Bump and seven listeners joined myself and Kelly as we searched for communication with something from beyond the veil. And we believe we received that. Join me as I share the investigation of the Squirrel Cage Jail in Council Bluffs! The Moment in Oddity features Jacob Miller, a war survivor and This Month in History features the premiere of The Magic Flute.

On this episode, I present a brief overview of the history of witch hunts starting with the early Biblical accounts of witches to the hysteria of the European and American witch hunts of the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries and beyond. People were left dead in their wake. This has left spiritual residue leading to hauntings. The Moment in Oddity features a death mask becoming model for Annie the CPR Doll and This Month in History features the Jetsons airing for the first time.

Join me as we explore Elkhart Cemetery in Illinois, Dawson Cemetery in New Mexico, Lone Fir Cemetery in Oregon, Spider Gate Cemetery in Massachusetts and Oakwood Cemetery in Texas! Moment in Oddity features the Mysterious Stone Monuments of Markawasi, Peru and This Month in History features King William II dies by accident or assassination.

The "Black Dahlia Murder House" is actually the John Sowden House. The man I believe killed Elizabeth Short lived here for a time and I believe he committed murders there. This has lead to hauntings. Join me as I explore the murder of the Black Dahlia, her killer and the history of the house that ties the two together, the Sowden House! The Moment in Oddity was suggested by Michael Rogers and features the Aztec Death Whistle and This Month in History features Congress Taking over lighthouses.

The Penitentiary of New Mexico has the dubious distinction of being the site of the worst prison riot in American history. What ensued during that riot, left behind a residue just begging to feed negative spiritual energy. There are those who claim the land here is cursed. Join me as I explore the history and hauntings of the Penitentiary of New Mexico! The Moment in Oddity features The Earling Possession and This Month in History features St. Columba's account of the Loch Ness Monster.

Keg Mansion Steakhouse in Toronto, Canada is considered Canada's most infamous and haunted restaurant. For many years, it was a home to some very well-known Torontonians. Several family members died here as well as a staff member. Many have claimed to have unexplained experiences at the steakhouse. Join me as I explore the history and hauntings of the Keg Mansion Steakhouse. The Moment in Oddity features the tree with matchmaking powers and This Month in History features Percy Shelley drowning.

The Mineral Springs Hotel in Alton, Illinois was a grand hotel that has faded and now houses shops and possibly spirits. This is said to be one of the most haunted locations in Alton and on this episode we share its stories as we venture into every nook and cranny from the dug out spaces underneath the building to the empty pool room and beyond. The Moment in Oddity was suggested by John Michaels and features the Peck San Theng Columbarium and This Month in History features German radar foiled.

Many consider Alton, Illinois to be one of the most haunted little towns in America. One of its haunted locations is the McPike Mansion. On this episode, Diane is joined by Kelly and they share their experiences and also share the experiences of listener Tammie Burroughs and her husband Brian and they take you inside the dark session they joined. The Moment in Oddity features the Gentle Giant, Robert Wadlow and This Month in History features the first anti-rabies vaccine being given.

This episode is going to be a little different and why shouldn't it be since this is officially HGB's 300th episode! On this episode, I will present here for your listening pleasure a bit of gay history that has hauntings connected to it. And then, my top 10 most haunted places I've visited! Join me on an exploration into my haunted gay life! The Moment in Oddity was suggested by Carren Sanders and features the Whispers of Yellowstone Lake and This Day in History features the Pulse Nightclub Massacre.

On this episode, we'll explore graveyards in New Hampshire, Florida, Colorado, Massachusetts, South Carolina and Georgia. Join me for Haunted Cemeteries 13! The Moment in Oddity features giant skeletons found in Lake Okeechobee and This Month in History features the first Drive-in Theater opening.

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is located in Colleville-sur-Mer, France. The Americans needed a place to bury their dead during World War II and this was the first American cemetery established on European soil during that war. There are over 9,000 soldiers buried here and it is one of the most visited graveyards in the world. For those that visit, it is a truly moving experience. Join me as I explore the stones and bones found here.