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Beneath the polished wood and fine dining of Philadelphia’s famous floating restaurant lies a history soaked in salt, shadows, and sorrow. In this episode of Obscurities, we step aboard The Moshulu—the world’s largest remaining four-masted sailing ship—and uncover the eerie stories that linger in her steel bones. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the quiet coastal town of Delray Beach, Florida, the Blue Anchor Pub stands as more than just a charming piece of British history—it holds ghostly secrets brought over from its original home in London. Dismantled and shipped across the Atlantic, the pub may have carried more than wood and stone in its journey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mount Hope Cemetery in Rochester, New York, holds more than just the remains of the past—it harbors whispers of the unexplained. In this episode of Obscurities, we uncover the eerie legends and paranormal activity said to haunt its historic grounds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tucked deep within the canals of Xochimilco near Mexico City lies a haunting island like no other—Isla de las Muñecas, or the Island of Dolls. What began as one man’s eerie tribute to a drowned girl spiraled into a chilling spectacle of decaying dolls, nailed to trees and dangling from branches, their eyes seemingly following every visitor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nestled in the quiet hills of Proctor, Vermont stands a Victorian-Gothic mansion that looks like it was plucked straight from a European fairy tale—but Wilson Castle holds far more than architectural wonder. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From the tragic tale of Nettie Dickerson to the spectral presence of actor Junius Brutus Booth, we unravel the chilling history and paranormal activity that make Dock Street Theatre a true Southern gothic mystery.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In 1966, two Brazilian men were found dead on Vintém Hill under bizarre circumstances that continue to perplex investigators and conspiracy theorists alike. Lying side by side, their bodies were discovered wearing matching lead masks—shields with no eyeholes—alongside cryptic notes. Were they victims of a cult ritual, a failed experiment, or something even more otherworldly?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
A ringing phone in the dead of night. A voice that knows too much. A terror that lingers long after the call ends. In this episode of Obscurities, we unravel the chilling mystery of the Phone Stalker—a faceless tormentor who infiltrated lives through eerie messages, cryptic threats, and an uncanny knowledge of victims' personal lives. Was it a cruel prank, a skilled hacker, or something far more sinister?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Once a prison, now a paranormal hotspot—the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio, has a history as dark as its crumbling cell blocks. Built in 1886, the gothic fortress housed thousands of inmates, some of whom never left. From tales of tortured spirits to eerie sightings in the infamous solitary confinement, the reformatory’s chilling past continues to echo through its halls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tucked away in the picturesque town of Stowe, Vermont, Gold Brook Bridge—known to locals as Emily’s Bridge—carries with it a chilling legend of love and tragedy. Said to be haunted by the spirit of a heartbroken woman named Emily, the bridge is a hotspot for paranormal encounters, with reports of ghostly screams, scratches on vehicles, and an oppressive energy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nestled in the heart of Alabama, the historic Colonel C.C. Pegues’s house has stood for over a century, bearing witness to generations of history—and mystery. Once the home of a decorated Confederate officer, this antebellum mansion holds more than just the echoes of its storied past.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of Obscurities, we unravel the eerie lore surrounding Bonaventure, from the tragic story of Little Gracie to the unsettling sightings of shadowy figures. Join us as we explore the thin veil between the living and the dead in one of America's most mysterious burial grounds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nestled in the Ozark mountains, the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, is more than just an architectural gem; it’s famously known as one of the most haunted hotels in America. Join us as we delve into the eerie legends and paranormal happenings that have haunted this historic hotel for decades. From its beginnings as a luxury resort to its dark turn as a fraudulent hospital run by a charlatan doctor, the Crescent Hotel’s walls seem to hold onto the memories of those who met tragic fates within them.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tucked away near the historic Salado Creek, Victoria's Black Swan Inn is a place where history and mystery intertwine. From its roots in Texas history to the unsettling events that have left an indelible mark on the property, this iconic location holds secrets that defy explanation. In this episode of Obscurities, we delve into the eerie encounters and whispered tales that surround the inn, exploring what makes it a hub for unexplained phenomena. What stories does the Black Swan Inn have to tell, and why do its mysteries continue to captivate those who visit?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this chilling episode of Obscurities, we unravel the dark and twisted mystery behind the infamous Chop Chop House murder case. Hidden behind a seemingly ordinary home in a quiet neighborhood, the discovery of dismembered remains shocked the nation and exposed a web of secrets and deception. We delve deep into the investigation, from the eerie clues uncovered by police to the sinister motives behind the crime. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Step into the shadowy corridors of the Lemp Mansion, one of America’s most haunted homes, where the legacy of wealth, power, and despair lingers. In this episode of Obscurities, we unravel the chilling history of the Lemp family, whose brewing empire was marred by untimely deaths, suicides, and ghostly encounters. Discover how this opulent St. Louis mansion, once the heart of high society, became a notorious hotspot for paranormal activity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join us as we delve into the chilling tales surrounding the infamous Cecil Hotel, from the mass of mysterious deaths and disappearances to the haunting paranormal activity that has plagued its halls. Are the spirits of the Cecil's troubled past still lingering within its walls? Tune in to uncover the secrets that lie hidden within the Cecil Hotel's sinister history.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From its inception in the late 1800s to its transformation into a historical landmark nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, Sloss Furnace has witnessed a multitude of tragedies and inexplicable events.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode we explore the eerie history of the WW Hartwell House in Plattsburgh, New York. Once the stately residence of a prominent local businessman, this historic home has long been the center of ghostly tales and mysterious occurrences. We'll explore the life and times of William W. Hartwell, whose tragic demise is said to have left a spectral imprint on the property. Tune in for a spine-tingling journey into one of Plattsburgh’s most haunted homes, where history and the supernatural collide.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this chilling episode of Obscurities, we delve into the eerie tale of the Red Lady of Wellscroft Lodge. Perched on a mountaintop, Wellscroft Lodge stands as a picturesque yet haunting estate, known for its stunning architecture and... ghostly resident. Local legends speak of a sorrowful figure, draped in a flowing red gown, who roams the halls and grounds of the lodge. Who was she in life, and why does she remain tethered to this place in death?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
so intriguing. keeps my interest and teaches me despite my short attention span lol.
I love this podcast and Debbie Rochon is one of a kind.