Discover
Ghostly
208 Episodes
Reverse
In this episode of Ghostly, we look at Charleston, South Carolina to explore the dark legend of John and Lavinia Fisher, the infamous owners of the Six Mile Wayfarer House. Often described as America’s first female serial killer, Lavinia Fisher has become one of the most notorious figures in American ghost lore.
But how much of her story is true… and how much has been shaped by legend?
After their arrest for highway robbery in 1819, John and Lavinia Fisher were imprisoned in Charleston’s Old City Jail and executed in 1820. Over the years, stories about their crimes — and their restless spirits — have grown into one of Charleston’s most famous hauntings.
Today, visitors claim Lavinia Fisher still roams the halls of the Old City Jail, and her presence may also linger along the lonely road where the Six Mile Wayfarer House once stood.
The Six Mile Wayfarer House
The Six Mile Wayfarer House was an inn located just outside Charleston along a major road used by travelers entering the city. According to local legend, John and Lavinia Fisher ran the inn and secretly worked with a gang of highway robbers.
The story goes that Lavinia would charm travelers into staying the night and offer them tea. After they went to sleep, the victims were supposedly murdered and robbed.
However, historians have questioned parts of this legend. Some research suggests the Fishers were convicted only of highway robbery, not murder, and the number of bodies supposedly found near the inn may have been exaggerated over time.
Regardless of the historical debate, the story of the Fisher couple quickly became part of Charleston folklore.
Lavinia Fisher’s Famous Last Words
On February 18, 1820, John and Lavinia Fisher were publicly executed outside Charleston.
Legend says that as Lavinia stood on the gallows she defiantly told the crowd:
“If you have a message you want to send to hell, give it to me, and I’ll carry it.”
Whether these were her exact words or not, the dramatic quote helped cement her reputation as one of Charleston’s most infamous figures.
Hauntings at the Old City Jail
Charleston’s Old City Jail operated from 1802 to 1939 and housed criminals, pirates, and prisoners awaiting execution. With such a violent history, it has become widely known as one of the most haunted buildings in South Carolina.
Among the many reported spirits, Lavinia Fisher is said to be the most frequently encountered.
Reported paranormal activity includes:
Sightings of a woman in white believed to be Lavinia Fisher walking the halls of the jail
Apparitions appearing near the cells where the Fishers were once held
Visitors feeling pushed, scratched, or touched by unseen forces
Sudden choking sensations or shortness of breath on the staircase
The sound of the old dumbwaiter moving between floors, even though it no longer operates
Ghostly voices captured during paranormal investigations
Some investigators have even claimed that when asking spirits questions inside the jail, a voice responded with the word “devil”, echoing Lavinia’s legendary final statement.
As always, Ghostly leaves the final judgment up to you.
Listen now: GhostlyPodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Vote on the Evidence: Do you think Sterling Hill Mine is truly haunted? Cast your vote at GhostlyPodcast.com/polls Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources
https://www.tamedwild.com/a/blog/ghost-stories-the-six-mile-inn
https://luxurysimplifiedretreats.com/a-haunting-in-charleston-the-legend-of-lavinia-fisher/
https://fairweatherlewis.wordpress.com/2010/05/18/the-killer-innkeepers-of-six-mile-house/
https://nightlyspirits.com/a-charleston-ghost-story-the-ghost-of-lavinia-fisher/
https://hauntedus.com/south-carolina/old-charleston-jail-haunted
https://www.hauntedrooms.com/south-carolina/haunted-places/old-charleston-jail
https://www.legendsofamerica.com/sc-laviniafisher/
https://www.murderbygaslight.com/2010/10/legend-of-lavinia-fisher.html
https://www.southerngothicmedia.com/lavinia-fisher
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavinia_Fisher
Perched high in the West Hills overlooking Portland, Oregon, Pittock Mansion was completed in 1914 as the dream home of newspaper publisher Henry Pittock and his wife Georgiana. After only a few years in the home, both died, leaving behind the grand estate they had worked a lifetime to build. Today the mansion operates as a historic house museum — but many visitors and staff believe the Pittocks never truly left.
In this episode, Pat and Rebecca explore the history and hauntings of Pittock Mansion, often described as one of Portland’s most active haunted locations.
History of Pittock Mansion
Henry Pittock, publisher of The Oregonian, and his wife Georgiana built their 46-room estate high above Portland to reflect their success and to capture sweeping views of the city and Mount Hood. Completed in 1914, the mansion featured modern luxuries for its time, including central vacuuming, an elevator, and intercoms.
Georgiana died in 1918, and Henry passed away the following year. The mansion remained in the family until the 1950s and narrowly escaped demolition before Portland citizens rallied to preserve it. It opened as a public museum in 1965.
Some believe the couple’s brief time in their long-awaited home may explain why their presence is still felt today.
Reported Hauntings & Paranormal Activity
Visitors, volunteers, and staff have reported decades of unexplained activity throughout the mansion.
The Scent of Roses
Guests frequently report the sudden smell of roses appearing in empty rooms, especially in upper bedrooms. Georgiana Pittock was an avid gardener known for her love of roses, leading many to believe the fragrance signals her presence.
The Lights That Turn Back On
Staff closing the museum at night have reported shutting off all the lights, leaving the building, and turning back to see the entire mansion illuminated again.
The Groundskeeper Still at Work
Near the north side of the property, visitors report hearing shovels striking soil and heavy work boots approaching the house. Many attribute the sounds to the spirit of a former groundskeeper continuing his duties.
Moving Objects & the Watchful Portrait
Staff have reported furniture and décor shifting positions, and Henry Pittock’s portrait is said to move or appear to watch visitors as they pass.
The Playful Boy Spirit
Some reports describe a mischievous boy heard running along the servants’ stairs, laughing in empty rooms, and moving objects — pranks that feel playful rather than threatening.
As always, Ghostly leaves the final judgment up to you.
Listen now: GhostlyPodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Vote on the Evidence: Do you think Sterling Hill Mine is truly haunted? Cast your vote at GhostlyPodcast.com/polls Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources
The Pittock Mansion – Portland Ghosts blog
Haunted Pittock Mansion – US Ghost Adventures
The Ghosts of the Haunted Pittock Mansion – Portland’s Most Haunted Estate | Ghost City Tours | Ghost City Tours
beautiful Pittock Mansion : r/Portland
Pittock Mansion | Portland Oregon | Real Haunted Place
Pittock Mansion: America’s Happiest Haunted House? | Thought Catalog
Pittock Mansion Haunted By Ghosts Of Original Owners – HUS
Visit Portland’s Finest Historic House Museum | Pittock Mansion
History and Haunting of Oregon’s Pittock Mansion – Moon Mausoleum
Inside Pittock Mansion, The Legendary Haunted Estate Of Portland
Pittock Mansion Is The Most Haunted House In Oregon
Pittock Mansion – Wikipedia
This historic Oregon mansion is said to be haunted and visitors still report strange experiences
This Historic Oregon Mansion Is Said to Be Haunted and Visitors Still Report Strange Experiences
The Pittock Mansion – Portland, Oregon | American Ghost Stories
Often called one of Savannah’s most haunted homes, the Sorrel–Weed House has earned a reputation built on tragic legends, unsettling experiences, and decades of reported paranormal activity. Located beside Madison Square, the house sits at the crossroads of history, folklore, and modern ghost stories.
In this episode of Ghostly, we focus on the hauntings associated with the Sorrel–Weed House—examining the stories, the evidence, and the firsthand experiences that continue to draw visitors into its shadowed rooms.
Hauntings & Paranormal Evidence Discussed
• A Female Presence Upstairs Reports of cold spots, emotional heaviness, and the sensation of being watched—often linked to the tragic story of Matilda Sorrel.
• The Carriage House and “Molly” A controversial and heavily debated legend involving an enslaved woman, with visitors reporting physical reactions such as nausea, pressure, and an urgent need to leave the space.
• The Haunted Mirror Accounts of unexplained figures appearing in mirrors, reflections that don’t match reality, and photographs capturing what some believe are apparitions.
• The Basement Shadow movement, unexplained footsteps, camera malfunctions, and a strong sense of dread reported by visitors and investigators alike.
History vs. Folklore
Some of the Sorrel–Weed House’s most famous ghost stories are debated by historians, and not all details can be fully verified. In this episode, we explore where documented history ends and folklore begins—and why, regardless of the facts, visitors continue to report powerful and unexplained experiences.
As always, Ghostly leaves the final judgment up to you.
Listen now: GhostlyPodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Vote on the Evidence: Do you think Sterling Hill Mine is truly haunted? Cast your vote at GhostlyPodcast.com/polls Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this Episode
Was I Haunted at the Sorrel Weed House? – Deen on Deck. It’s a travel blog.The Historic Sorrel Weed House | Savannah’s Historic HomesSorrel Weed House | Most Haunted Locations in AmericaJames Caskey’s Blog: Chasing Phantoms – The Sorrel-Weed House: Haunted By Bad History? – September 05, 2013 17:04Haunted Savannah | Expedition X | DiscoveryGhosts of Sorrel Weed tour – Savannah Forum – TripadvisorSavannah Ghost Tours at the Sorrel Weed House | Haunted Ghost WalksSorrel Weed House | Savannah Georgia | Real Haunted PlaceSorrel Weed House: A Haunted GuideFamous Savannah Haunted House – Sorrel-Weed House — GET OUT N ABOUT With Kevin DurstHaunted History in Savannah: A Guide to the City’s Most Legendary Ghost Stories | Southern Belle Vacation RentalsUntimely Deaths and a Haunted Mirror: The Sorrel-Weed Houseofficialsavannahguide.com/sorrel-weed-houseSavannah Ghost Tours at the Sorrel Weed House | Haunted Ghost WalksSorrel–Weed House – WikipediaIs the Sorrel Weed House ghost tour worth it? : r/savannahSorrel Weed House: Let the Debunking Begin! – Savannah First-Timer’s GuideThe Sorrel-Weed House – US Ghost AdventuresGoing on the Sorrel-Weed House Ghost Tour ⋆ Middle JourneySorrel Weed House – Savannah Ghost ToursSavannah Ghost Tours at the Sorrel Weed House | Haunted Ghost WalksSorrel Weed House (Savannah, GA) Photos : r/ParanormalGhost Sightings in Savannah – Historic Sorrel-Weed House is Haunted
In this episode of Ghostly Podcast, we head to rural Coles County, Illinois to explore the haunted history and chilling paranormal activity reported at Ashmore Estates.
Originally part of the Coles County Poor Farm in the late 1800s, Ashmore later became a psychiatric hospital before closing for good in 1986. With documented deaths, an on-site cemetery, and decades of neglect, many believe the spirits of former residents still linger within the building.
A Brief History
Poor farm established in 1870, housing the impoverished and mentally ill
32 recorded deaths between 1870–1879
A cemetery built on-site due to high mortality
Current structure built in 1916
Psychiatric hospital operations ended in 1986
Reported Paranormal Activity
Visitors and investigators have reported:
Shadow figures in hallways and stairwells
Voices calling out names
Sudden cold spots
Objects moving or flying
Physical encounters including touches, scratches, and being shoved
Ashmore is often described as a place that responds to those inside it.
The Spirit of Elva Skinner
One of the most well-known spirits associated with Ashmore is Elva Skinner, a young child believed to have died in a fire in the original almshouse in the 1880s. Reports include childlike footsteps, whispers, laughter, and small hands tugging at clothing.
The Basement & Boiler Room
The basement—especially the boiler room—is considered the most intense area of activity. Visitors report aggressive encounters, loud bangs, heavy footsteps, and even being knocked to the ground by an unseen force.
Listen now: GhostlyPodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Vote on the Evidence: Do you think Sterling Hill Mine is truly haunted? Cast your vote at GhostlyPodcast.com/polls Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312) 869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Ashmore Estates
Ashmore Estates – Wikipedia
Ashmore Estates | Ashmore Illinois | Real Haunted Place
“illinois Ghost Stories And Pictures.” | “Ashmore Estates”, my nemesis | Facebook
Ashmore Estates Frightening Haunting in Illinois – HUS
A Grave Interest: Haunted Ashmore Estates – Ashmore, Illinois
I stayed the night at the haunted Ashmore Estates asylum.
Tragedy and Haunting of Ashmore Estates | Amy’s Crypt
Discovering the haunts of Ashmore Estates – The Daily Eastern News
Ashmore Estates – A Real Haunted House? – The Source
Ashmore Estates Investigation
Proof of Ghosts at Haunted Ashmore Estates Asylum/Poor Farm | Ashmore IL… : r/hauntedhouses
Adventures of Ashmore Estates | The Navigator
This Overnight Ghost Hunt In Ashmore, Illinois Will Haunt You
The Malicious Spirits of Ashmore Estates – Sequoit Media
Ashmore Estates Investigation 2020
Are the Ashmore Estates Haunted?
In this episode of Ghostly, Pat and Rebecca sit down with Mike Morrissey of the Last Three Rows of Horror Podcast to talk about his new documentary, Mike’s Paranormal Road Trip. Mike shares stories from the eerie locations he visited along the way – including sites previously featured on Ghostly, like the Bell Witch, the Roff House, and the Demon House of Indiana. His journey also led him to Ashmore Estates, where he encountered more than just an abandoned building. Listen to the episode, then check out the documentary for the full, spine-tingling experience.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
New Year’s Predictions 2026: Automatic Writing, Scrying & Tarot
Guest: Jacob Mayfield
As we step across the threshold into 2026, Ghostly Podcast looks to the other side—using ancient divination practices to glimpse what the coming year may hold. For our annual New Year’s Predictions episode, we’re joined by Jacob Mayfield, who helps guide us through three forms of divination: Automatic Writing, Crystal Ball Scrying, and Tarot.
This episode is part ritual, part experiment, and part prediction. Two of the divinations -Automatic Writing and Scrying – are interactive, meaning you can follow along and try them yourself at home as we do them in real time. Join Ghostly Society on Facebook or Patreon to see our results.
Will the messages be symbolic? Psychological? Paranormal? Or something else entirely? That’s for you to decide.
Divination #1: Automatic Writing
We begin with Automatic Writing, a practice said to allow messages to flow from the subconscious—or possibly from something beyond—without conscious control.
Listeners are invited to:
· Set an intention for 2026
· Quiet their mind
· Write continuously without editing or judgment
As we write alongside you, we interpret the messages that emerge and discuss what they may reveal about themes, warnings, and opportunities in the year ahead.
Divination #2: Crystal Ball Scrying
Next, we turn to scrying with a crystal ball, one of the most iconic and misunderstood forms of divination.
Together, we:
· Explain how to prepare your space
· Describe what to look for (and what not to look for)
· Share what we personally experience during the scrying session
Shadows, symbols, impressions, and mental imagery all come into play as we explore what 2026 may bring on a collective level.
Divination #3: Tarot Reading
Finally, we close with a Tarot reading for 2026, offering a structured look at the energies shaping the year ahead.
The cards reveal:
· Major themes and challenges
· Areas of growth and transformation
· Advice for navigating what’s coming
We discuss the symbolism of each card and how it may apply broadly—or very personally—depending on the listener.
Participate or Just Listen
About our Guest
Jacob Mayfield joins us for this episode to lend insight, interpretation, and grounded discussion as we explore these divination practices and what they might reveal about the year ahead. Jacob is “passionate about all things mystical, especially Tarot and Palm reading…[combining] traditional methods of divination and fortune-telling with a contemporary perspective.”
What Do You See?
Are these predictions glimpses of the future, reflections of the present, or something more mysterious? Listen, participate, and decide for yourself.
Happy New Year from Ghostly Podcast—and welcome to 2026.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the dark history and chilling ghost stories surrounding New Jersey’s Ringwood Mine and Ringwood Manor. From centuries-old mining tragedies to lantern-lit apparitions wandering the woods, Ringwood remains one of the state’s most active paranormal locations.
History of Ringwood
Iron mining in Ringwood began in the 1740s and eventually reached nearly 2,000 feet underground. Dangerous working conditions and numerous accidents left a long history of tragedy. During the Revolutionary War, the mines were operated by Robert Erskine, Washington’s surveyor general—whose spirit is said to linger to this day.
Hauntings & Evidence
The Hand in the Water – Archaeologist Edward Lenik reported seeing a pale hand and arm rise from a flooded mine shaft on Hope Mountain before being pulled back beneath the surface.
The Knocking Ghost – Miners heard mysterious knocking sounds deep underground, always before an accident. Some believed it was a protective warning; others said a dead miner was calling for “company.”
Robert Erskine’s Lantern – After Erskine’s crypt deteriorated, locals claimed to see his apparition—and even his skeleton—walking between the grave and Ringwood Manor, carrying a glowing blue lantern.
Blue Lights in the Manor – Visitors have reported glowing blue figures, cold spots, disembodied voices, and footsteps inside the manor, believed by some to be Erskine or a later resident.
A Modern Encounter – A local historian working late in the manor witnessed a translucent figure by the window holding a faintly glowing lantern, vanishing moments later.
Listen now: GhostlyPodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts.
Vote on the Evidence: Do you think Sterling Hill Mine is truly haunted? Cast your vote at GhostlyPodcast.com/polls
Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Spooky season: Ghost stories from the Ringwood mines
Visit the haunted Ringwood Manor in Ringwood State Park
Haunted Mine Histories: The Ghost of Robert Erskine • Edumine
GOSTS IN RINGWOOD MANOR – The New York Times
Ringwood Manor | Ringwood New Jersey | Real Haunted Place
RINGWOOD MINES/LANDFILL | Superfund Site Profile | Superfund Site Information | US EPA
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringwood_Mines_landfill_site
https://cumulis.epa.gov/supercpad/cursites/csitinfo.cfm?id=0200663
https://www.northjersey.com/picture-gallery/news/2025/09/11/photos-of-ringwood-peters-mines-site-through-the-years/86081876007
Beneath the quiet town of Ogdensburg, New Jersey, lies the Sterling Hill Mine, a labyrinth of tunnels stretching deep into the earth—and, some say, into the afterlife. With more than 77 recorded deaths and countless stories of strange lights, disembodied voices, and shadowy figures, this mine has earned a chilling reputation as one of New Jersey’s most haunted places.
In this episode of Ghostly Podcast, Pat and Rebecca descend into the darkness to explore the legends and evidence behind the hauntings of Sterling Hill. From the ghostly miner known as Bicycle Pete to whispers caught on EVP deep in the tunnels, the spirits of Sterling Hill seem determined to make their presence known.
Will you believe the hauntings are real—or just echoes of the past trapped in stone?
Evidence Discussed
· Whispered voices recorded in the tunnels saying “I’m scared.”
· Apparition of “Bicycle Pete”, seen pedaling near the mine long after his death.
· Shadow figure and ghostly push in the old dynamite storage room.
· Dark shape by the elevator shaft, where miners once descended to their deaths.
· Residual energy—flickering lights, cold spots, and phantom footsteps thought to be miners still working below.
Listen now: GhostlyPodcast.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Vote on the Evidence: Do you think Sterling Hill Mine is truly haunted? Cast your vote at GhostlyPodcast.com/polls Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312)869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Inside the Mine — The Sterling Hill Mining Museum
The Sterling Hill Mining Museum
Sterling Hill Mining Museum – Wikipedia
Origin of The Mine — The Sterling Hill Mining Museum
(21) Haunted 360°: Sterling Hill Mine – YouTube
(21) Ghost Hunting a Real HAUNTED MINE! – YouTube
Pics of my haul from the Sterling Hill Mine in NJ, a lot of these are fluorescent under UV! : r/rockhounds
(21) On the Offense | Kindred Spirits: Inside the Investigation | Travel Channel – YouTube
10 Ghost Mines from Around the World – Listverse
Fall_Winter+news+2021+proof.pdf
Since her tragic death in 1962, Marilyn Monroe has never truly left the spotlight. From her Brentwood home to Hollywood’s grandest hotels, countless witnesses claim to have seen her spirit – still luminous, still restless, and still haunting Los Angeles.
In this episode, Rebecca and Pat explore the many ghostly sightings tied to Hollywood’s golden girl. Is Marilyn’s lingering presence a sign of a soul that can’t find peace—or a reminder that legends never fade?
Haunting Highlights:
The Roosevelt Hotel: The famous full-length mirror that once reflected her face—and still does.
Brentwood Home: Whispers, footsteps, and warm embraces in the house where she died.
The Hippodrome: A wistful reflection on the Santa Monica Pier’s carousel mirrors.
Westwood Cemetery: A mysterious pink mist rising from her crypt.
On the Set of Blonde: Ana de Armas and the “séance” that brought Marilyn back to life.
Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Tags: Marilyn Monroe, Hollywood Ghosts, Celebrity Hauntings, Roosevelt Hotel, Brentwood, Westwood Cemetery, Paranormal, Ghost Stories, Ghostly Podcast
Vote & Share
Do you think Marilyn Monroe’s ghost still lingers in Hollywood? Vote “Believer” or “Skeptic” at ghostlypodcast.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and wherever you get your podcasts.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Phone
Got a ghost story you’re dying to share? Now you can! Ghostly has an official phone line. Call or text us with your spooky encounters—and if you leave a voicemail, you might hear it on the show! You can also just say hi, or make your voice heard in our latest polls.
Here’s how to vote: Text the episode title. Add YES if you’re a believer, NO if you’re a skeptic. Then, give it a haunting score from 1 to 10. Your opinion matters. Let us know what you think.
Here’s that number (312) 869-9929
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe Among Top Ghosts Sightings in Los
Hollywood ghost sightings
They Say Marilyn Monroe is the Hardest Working Ghost in Showbiz … – Blog
The Haunting Death of Marilyn Monroe – US Ghost Adventures
The Ghost Of Marilyn Monroe And The Ghost’s of The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel | Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel Paranormal Investigation And Overnight In The Marilyn Monroe Suite – Brocarde
Marilyn Monroe One Of The Ghosts Said To Haunt Hollywood
Marilyn Monroe: Her Mysterious Death, Ghostly Hauntings, and a UFO Conspiracy?
Ana de Armas Believes She Was Haunted by Marilyn Monroe on Blonde Set
A Psychic Talks Blonde, Ana de Armas, Marilyn Monroe’s Ghost
Marilyn Monroe’s Ghost ‘Sighted’ At Hollywood Hotel – The Sauce
Marilyn Monroe Haunts Here – Creepy LA: The Los Angeles Halloween Blog
Marilyn Monroe’s Ghost Haunts the Roosevelt Hotel – Amy’s Crypt
John Lennon’s death shocked the world — but for some, it seems his spirit never left. In this episode of Ghostly, we explore reports that Lennon’s ghost still lingers at the Dakota Apartments in New York City, where he was tragically murdered in 1980. From glowing apparitions in the archway to the sound of phantom piano music, believers claim Lennon continues to send messages of peace from beyond the grave.
Pat and Rebecca dig into the evidence, including sightings by Dakota residents, Yoko Ono’s own experiences, and even a few mysterious recording studio stories from Paul McCartney. Could these encounters mean Lennon is still trying to communicate—or are they simply echoes of grief, memory, and fame?
Stories & Evidence Discussed
Residents of the Dakota reporting a glowing figure of Lennon standing in the archway where he died.
Yoko Ono’s claim that she saw John sitting at the piano, telling her, “Don’t be afraid, I am still with you.”
Paul McCartney’s studio account of strange noises and equipment malfunctions while finishing “Free As a Bird.”
Julian Lennon’s story of the white feather—a symbol his father promised to send from the afterlife.
In This Episode
Rebecca shares the haunting accounts and emotional side of Lennon’s afterlife legacy.
Pat questions whether these experiences point to a ghostly presence or the powerful impact of collective memory.
Together, they debate: Is John Lennon truly haunting the Dakota, or are we just hearing the final notes of his legend?
Vote & Share
Do you think John Lennon’s ghost still lingers at the Dakota Apartments? Vote “Believer” or “Skeptic” at ghostlypodcast.comFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and wherever you get your podcasts.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
The Dakota – US Ghost Adventures
The Ghost of John Lennon: Does His Spirit Live On? – HubPages
Facebook
The Chilling (And Unsettling) Story Behind the Ghost That Haunted John Lennon’s House, According to Cynthia Lennon – American Songwriter
John Lennon’s Ghost Is Among the Most Sighted at His Former New York Apartment
The Dakota – The Little House of Horrors
“The Ghostly Tale of the Crying Lady in The Dakota: Separating Truth from Myth” | Horror
The Dakota haunted apartments – New York Ghosts
“There was just an overall feeling that John was around.” Paul McCartney on the ghost of John Lennon and “strange goings-on” that marked the recording of the Beatles’ ‘Anthology’ hits | GuitarPlayer
Seeks Ghosts: John Lennon’s Ghost
John Lennon’s Ghost Haunts New York’s Dakota Building – Amy’s Crypt
Mysterious TimesThe Haunting Presence of John Lennon’s Ghost
Was John Lennon’s Ghost Actually in the Studio During the Beatles’ Mid-1990s Reunion? -Beatles Fab Four Store Exclusively Beatles Only Official Merchandise
John Lennon – Wikipedia
JOHN LENNON.
Murder of John Lennon – Wikipedia
John Lennon | Biography, Songs, Imagine, Wife, Death, & Facts | Britannica
Does Joan Crawford Haunt this Earth?
In this episode of Ghostly, Pat and Rebecca explore one of Tinseltown’s most unsettling legends: the ghost of Joan Crawford and her Brentwood mansion.
After Joan’s death, the house became infamous for spontaneous fires, ghostly cries, and cold spots that never seemed to fade. Some say it’s Joan herself, unable to let go of the home she built. Others believe it’s something darker — an energy that fed on her turmoil and fame.
Joan Crawford’s daughter, Christina, claimed the home was haunted even during her childhood. She described unseen figures, icy rooms, and strange sounds from behind the walls. Later owners reported walls bursting into blue flame with no source of ignition, baffling firefighters and paranormal investigators alike.
So, was this a case of Hollywood hysteria… or a genuine haunting left behind by one of its biggest stars?
Episode Highlights
The ghostly evidence from Joan Crawford’s home
Christina Crawford’s chilling memories and what she saw as a child
Theories about spontaneous combustion and spiritual energy
How trauma, fame, and obsession might fuel a haunting
And in a special side segment — a quick trip to Poland for a dance with the Polish Disco Demon, a spirit said to be powered by rhythm, light, and emotion. Could energy and music explain hauntings like Joan’s?
Listen & Subscribe
Find Ghostly Podcast wherever you listen to shows!Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube | GhostlyPodcast.com
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
#JoanCrawford #GhostlyPodcast #HollywoodHaunting #MommieDearest #CelebrityGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHouses #PolishDiscoDemon #HollywoodLegends #TrueGhostStories
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Joan Crawford’s Haunted House
Did Joan Crawford’s Ghost Haunt the Set of ‘Mommie Dearest’? | Vanity Fair
Joan Crawford’s Poltergeist | Ghosts and Hauntings | Stronghold Nation
Celebrity ghosts and where they’ve been seen
Buyer Beware: The Haunted Homes of Hollywood The Hollywood Home
Top 10 Celebrity Ghost Hauntings | Articles on WatchMojo.com
The Joan Crawford Hour – Rosamond Press
Joan Crawford’s House Of Horrors – Halloween Every Night
Joan Crawford Biography
Joan Crawford House | Haunted Places | 426 N Bristol Ave Los Angeles, CA 90049
Joan Crawford – Wikipedia
The Best of Everything: A Joan Crawford Encyclopedia
Does Lucille Ball Haunt this Earth?
Was Lucille Ball’s comedic spark so strong that it refused to fade, even after death? In this episode, Ghostly explores the haunted legacy of America’s favorite redhead and the eerie reports that suggest Lucy never really left the stage.
From her Beverly Hills home on Roxbury Drive to her old offices at Paramount Studios, witnesses claim to have seen and heard signs that Lucille’s playful energy still lingers. Furniture moves on its own, mysterious voices echo from empty attics, and the faint scent of her favorite floral perfume drifts through darkened hallways. Even the I Love Lucy theme song has been heard playing from nowhere at all.
Rebecca shares five chilling tales of Lucille Ball’s ghostly presence and reads a first-person story inspired by one of the most famous sightings—the “Redhead at the Fence.” Pat weighs in with his skeptical take: is it truly Lucy’s spirit, or just the powerful memory of an icon who made the world laugh for generations?
Episode Highlights
Sightings of Lucille Ball’s apparition at her former home
Unexplained music and movement in her attic
Reports of Lucy’s signature perfume at Paramount Studios
Theories on why her spirit might still linger
Rebecca’s first-person ghost story: The Redhead at the Fence
Listen Now
Available on all major podcast platforms.
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube Join the Debate: Do you believe Lucille Ball still haunts her old haunts? Share your thoughts on social media using #GhostlyPodcast #LucilleBallGhost
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
#GhostlyPodcast #LucilleBall #HauntedHollywood #CelebrityGhosts
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Lucille Ball is Still With Us – Austin Ghost Tours
Hollywood Ghosts Of Roxbury Drive – Anne’s World of Wonder
Lucille Ball’s “I Love Lucy” Ghost Story — She Wore Stars
There’s a Good Reason Why Lucy Haunts Her Old Home
The Ghost of Lucille Ball | Ghosts and Hauntings | Stronghold Nation
(4) The Ghost Of Lucille Ball l Celebrity Hauntings – YouTube
I love lucy Fan | ‘I Love Lucy’: Does Lucille Ball’s ‘Playful’ Ghost Continue To Haunt Her Beverly Hills Home | Facebook
Paying our Respects to Lucy
(4) The Haunting of the Lucille Ball’s Beverly Hills Home – YouTube
5 Paranormal Places In Beverly Hills: Lucille Ball’s Home; Beverly Hills Hotel; Greystone Mansion | Beverly Hills, CA Patch
Lucille Ball Was Inspired By A Ghost To Star In ‘I Love Lucy’
The Ghost of Lucille Ball May Still Haunt Her Old Home and Office – HubPages
Lucille Ball – Wikipedia
22 Things You Never Knew About Lucy – Besame Cosmetics
‘I Love Lucy’: Does Lucille Ball’s ‘Playful’ Ghost Continue To Haunt Her Beverly Hills Home?
15 Lucille Ball Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
I Love Lucy | Ghosts Wiki | Fandom
Is Lucille Ball Haunting Her Old Home?
Lucille Ball’s Former Home Paranormal | Beverly Hills Paranormal | PANICd | Paranormal Database
Celebrity & Infamous Ghosts of America – Legends of America
‘I Love Lucy’: Does Lucille Ball’s ‘Playful’ Ghost Continue To Haunt Her Beverly Hills Home? MD19 – moviesnewstoday
Is the Hotel Monte Vista Haunted?
Standing tall in the heart of downtown Flagstaff, the Hotel Monte Vista has welcomed Hollywood stars, bank robbers, outlaws, and travelers for nearly a century. But many who checked in never left. From the infamous “Meat Man” of Room 220 to the two murdered women of Room 306, the Monte Vista is overflowing with tales of restless spirits. Guests have heard phantom knocks from a long-dead bellboy, seen a woman still rocking by her window decades after her death, and even been greeted by the ghost of a bleeding bank robber in the cocktail lounge.
In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the legends and ghostly evidence that make the Monte Vista one of Arizona’s most haunted hotels. Are these spirits real… or just part of the hotel’s colorful past? You decide.
Highlights in this episode:
The Meat Man and his strange obsession with raw meat (Room 220)
The elderly rocking chair woman of Room 305
The Ladies of Room 306 and their vengeful presence
The Phantom Bellboy—who even John Wayne encountered
The bank robber who bled to death in the lounge but still greets patrons today
Links & More: ghostlypodcast.com Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @GhostlyPodcast
Listen now and cast your vote at: ghostlypodcast.com/polls
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #HauntedHotels #HotelMonteVista #Flagstaff #ArizonaGhosts #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #SpookyTravel
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
The Haunted Monte Vista Hotel | Haunted Flagstaff
Hotel Monte Vista – Wikipedia
Hotel Monte Vista – US Ghost Adventures
About – Hotel Monte Vista
Haunted Monte Vista Hotel in Flagstaff, Arizona – Legends of America
Paranormal : r/Flagstaff
Yes it **Is** Haunted – Review of Hotel Monte Vista, Flagstaff, AZ – Tripadvisor
Haunting of Hotel Monte Vista in Flagstaff – Moon Mausoleum
Monte Vista Hotel – Haunted Houses
The Hotel Monte Vista – Phoenix Ghosts
172 Bodie Ghost Town
Is the Ghost Town of Bodie, CA Haunted?
Bodie, California was once a booming gold rush town, now a frozen relic in “arrested decay.” But is it just an empty historic site or one of the most haunted places in the West? In this episode, Ghostly explores the legends and paranormal evidence surrounding Bodie Ghost Town. From the infamous Bodie Curse, where stolen pebbles bring misfortune, to the ghostly maid of the Cain House, to the laughter of unseen children, the town is filled with chilling tales. We’ll also visit the grave of the Angel of Bodie and uncover stories of vengeance that linger long after death. Is Bodie truly cursed and haunted, or is it simply a ghost town in name only? Listen and decide!
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
The history of Bodie and its “arrested decay” preservation
The Bodie Curse: real letters of apology from visitors who returned stolen items
Hauntings at the J.S. Cain House, including the ghostly maid who loves children but torments adults
The Mendocini House and its mysterious aromas of Italian cooking and phantom laughter
The Angel of Bodie: the tragic story of Evelyn Myers and reports of her playful spirit
Tales of violence, vengeance, and restless spirits in Bodie’s final days
Listen now and cast your vote at: ghostlypodcast.com/polls
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #MarshallFieldMansion #HauntedChicago #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #ChicagoHaunts #SpookyHistory
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Bodie Ghost Town
Bodie Ghost Town – US Ghost Adventures
Bodie, California – A Ghostly Ghost Town – Legends of America
The Spooky Story of Bodie Ghost Town | Mammoth Lakes Blog
Bodie, the cursed ghost town – The Little House of Horrors
Bodie, California – Wikipedia
Bodie State Historic Park
The Spirit of Bodie: A Walking Tour of the Ghost Town | Visit Mammoth
Bodie Foundation Ghost Walk Tours of Bodie State Historic Park ghost town in Bodie, California. — Bodie Foundation
Bodie Ghost Town Spirits Frighten Visitors – Haunted US
Bodie Ghost Town – Haunted Houses
(11) GHOST WOMAN CAME TO ME IN BODIE GHOST TOWN… **SUPER HAUNTED** (CREEPY) – YouTube
This Ghost Town’s ‘Curse’ Isn’t What You Think | KQED
Bodie Cemetery – Haunted Houses
The Haunting of Bodie Ghost Town Frozen in Time – Moon Mausoleum
The Ghosts of Bodie | ParaYourNormal
Bodie, California: The Wild West Ghost Town Where the Past Never Dies | Horror
Is Fort Warren in Boston Haunted?
Fort Warren’s massive stone walls have guarded Boston Harbor since the Civil War—but they may also hold Boston’s most famous ghost. Discover the legend of the Lady in Black, hear the ghost stories and haunted history of Georges Island, and decide if this Civil War fort is truly haunted. Vote now at ghostlypodcast.com/polls.
Fort Warren, perched on Georges Island in Boston Harbor, has stood guard since the Civil War—first as a fortress, then as a prison, and now as a historic landmark. But beneath its impressive stone walls lies a legend that refuses to fade: the tragic tale of Melanie Lanier, better known as the Lady in Black.
According to the story, Melanie braved the icy waters and the risk of execution to free her Confederate husband from the Union prison at Fort Warren. But her daring rescue ended in heartbreak—and her own death—leaving her spirit to roam the fort in search of the man she lost. Over the years, soldiers, rangers, and visitors have reported shadowy figures in uniform, phantom footsteps that begin and end in the snow, music with no source, and the scent of vintage perfume drifting through the tunnels.
Other ghostly encounters include heavy stones rolling across empty rooms, footprints in fresh snow that appear from nowhere and vanish the same way, and sightings of shadowy Civil War soldiers patrolling the island’s tree line. But the most chilling accounts are of the Lady in Black herself—standing atop the fort’s entrance arch, chasing soldiers from their posts, and wandering the dark corridors with her lantern.
Is the Lady in Black still walking the dark corridors, lantern in hand? Or are these sightings nothing more than stories carried on the harbor wind? Join us as we explore the history, the hauntings, and the evidence—and then you decide: is Fort Warren truly haunted?
Listen now and cast your vote at: ghostlypodcast.com/polls
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #MarshallFieldMansion #HauntedChicago #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #ChicagoHaunts #SpookyHistory
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Haunted Fort Warren in Boston | The Ghosts of Fort Warren
Fort Warren’s “Lady in Black”…Debunked | Historical Digression
The Haunted History of Fort Warren | Nightly Spirits
Boston’s Lady in Black – Boston Ghosts
Fort Warren, Massachusetts – Legends of America
Boston Ghost Stories
George’s Island – Boston Ghosts
Fort Warren | Boston Massachusetts | Real Haunted Place
Unveiling the Tragic Tale of Melanie Lanier: The Lady in Black Haunting at Fort Warren in Boston Harbor
Fort Warren (Massachusetts) – Wikipedia
Georges Island – Boston Harbor Islands
Fort Warren | Haunted Places | Boston, MA
Feature: Lady ghost haunts Boston island – UPI Archives
George’s Island (2025) – All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
The 10 Most Haunted Forts in America | Haunted Rooms America
Fort Warren | Forts, Fortifications, & Other Forgotten Places
Fort Warren – History and Facts | History Hit
The Legend of the Lady in Black – Caught In Southie
Haunted Island – Uechi-Ryu.com
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area | TOURING FORT WARREN (GEORGES ISLAND) |
Is the William Kehoe House in Savannah Haunted?
In this episode of Ghostly, we are talking about the William Kehoe House, one of the most stunning locations in Savannah, GA. Built in 1892 by iron magnate William Kehoe, this grand home has seen decades of family life, tragedy, and even a stint as a funeral home. Today, it’s one of Savannah’s most luxurious bed and breakfasts… and one of its most paranormally active.
In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the ghost stories and legends that surround the Kehoe House:
Are the ghosts of William and Anne Kehoe still keeping watch over their home?
What’s behind the sounds of giggling children and little feet running down the halls when no children are allowed to stay?
Who, or what, is causing the unexplained touches and whispers reported by countless guests?
Could the building’s funeral home history still be echoing through the decades?
And is there any truth to the persistent legend of the “chimney twins”?
Join us as we break down the evidence, share chilling first-hand accounts, and debate whether the Kehoe House is truly one of Savannah’s most haunted places.
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #MarshallFieldMansion #HauntedChicago #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #ChicagoHaunts #SpookyHistory
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
The Kehoe House | #1 Savannah Hotel
Kehoe House – Wikipedia
The Haunted Kehoe House | Ghosts at the Kehoe House
Complete Guide To The Kehoe House Savannah
Haunted Hotels | The Kehoe House
Haunted Kehoe House – US Ghost Adventures
The Spirits of the Kehoe House – Savannah Ghost Tours
Kehoe House – Savannah Ghost Tours
The Hauntings At Kehoe House.
Haunted Hotels in Savannah, GA
William Kehoe House – Haunted Houses
Boo Business: William Kehoe, the Irish legend behind the famed Savannah ghost story
What’s the Most Haunted Bed and Breakfast in Savannah GA? – Savannah First-Timer’s Guide
Find Real Haunted Hotels in Savannah Georgia – William Kehoe House in Savannah Georgia
Kehoe House | Savannah Georgia | Real Haunted Place
seriously haunted – Review of Kehoe House, Savannah, GA – Tripadvisor
The Chilling Tales of The Ghosts Of Kehoe House – Moon Mausoleum
Kehoe House mansion, once owned by Joe Namath, nearly became nightclub
Davelandblog: Haunted Savannah, Pt. 1
William Kehoe: An Irish-American Underdog Success Story – Wise Guys Historical Tours
Is the Marshall Field Mansion Haunted?
In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the eerie legends surrounding one of Prairie Avenue’s most iconic homes. Believers claim to see a shadowy figure staring from the upstairs window, hear whispers calling the name “Marshall,” and feel sudden, icy cold spots that defy explanation.
We’ll dive into:
The mysterious death of Marshall Field Jr.
Reports of a ghostly man seen in the window
Disembodied voices heard in the halls
Chilling cold spots near the grand staircase
Paranormal connections to nearby Prairie Avenue mansions like the Glessner House
Was this mansion imprinted with energy from a family touched by scandal and sorrow? Or is it just another old house with a spooky reputation?
Listen as Pat and Rebecca examine the evidence and debate: is the Marshall Field Mansion haunted?
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
And tell us—do you believe?
#GhostlyPodcast #MarshallFieldMansion #HauntedChicago #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #ChicagoHaunts #SpookyHistory
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Marshall Field – Wikipedia
The Digital Research Library of Illinois History Journal : The History of the Marshall Field Mansion and Family.
Glessner House and the Ghosts of Prairie Avenue – Horror Obsessive
https://ghostcitytours.com/chicago/haunted-chicago/prairie-avenue
Prairie Avenue Ghost Hunt | American Ghost Walks
Hauntings on Prairie Avenue – Windy City Ghosts
Walking Tours — Glessner House
Vanished Chicagoland | Some of you may recognize the NOT-vanished Marshall Field Jr | Facebook
Haunted Tours of Historic Prairie Avenue | 10/04/2024 | Choose Chicago
2025 Prairie Avenue Haunted History Tour and Ghost Hunt (Chicago) – with Trusted Reviews
The All-Time Spookiest, Certifiably Haunted Chicago Sites
A Guide to Chicago’s Most Haunted Places – Chicago Magazine
2025 2-Hour Haunted History Chicago Night Tour – with Trusted Reviews
Glessner House Presents Shadows on the Street: Haunted Tours of Historic Prairie Avenue October 28, 2022 – PRESERVATION CHICAGO
The Story of a House: Shadows on the Street: Haunted Tours of Chicago’s Historic Prairie Avenue
Prairie Avenue
Learn more about Prairie Avenue: architecture.orgCheck out “Sin in the Second City” by Karen Abbott
Is White House Haunted by Ghosts Related to the War of 1812?
In this episode of Ghostly, we turn our attention to one of the most famous buildings in the world—The White House—and its mysterious connection to the War of 1812. When British troops set fire to the President’s House in 1814, they may have left behind more than just smoke and ashes.
We explore the ghostly legends that have lingered for over two centuries: the spirit of Dolley Madison, fiercely guarding her beloved Rose Garden… phantom British redcoats silently marching the North Lawn… and the terrifying figure known as the British Fire Starter, a disfigured officer seen striking phantom matches near the West Wing.
Are these spirits echoes of one of the darkest moments in Washington’s history? Or are they just ghost stories born from a nation’s trauma?
Join Pat and Rebecca as they debate the evidence, question the sightings, and uncover the spectral remains of the White House’s fiery past.
In This Episode:
The true story of the 1814 burning of the White House
The legend of Dolley Madison’s ghost in the Rose Garden
Chilling sightings of British soldiers in red coats
The haunting mystery of the British Fire Starter
Strange reports of burning smells in the Lincoln Bedroom
Listen now to uncover the secrets of White House Ghosts—and decide for yourself: are these hauntings real?
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you had a paranormal experience? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Subscribe & Review:
Enjoying Ghostly? Subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave a review—it helps more haunted history lovers find the show.
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
Visit our website, www.ghostlypodcast.com, to learn more about Ghostly, and, of course, give us your opinion on our polls.
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
The White House: The Most Important (Haunted) House in America – DC Ghosts
The White House’s best ghost stories | Constitution Center
British troops set fire to the White House | August 24, 1814 | HISTORY
The Haunted Houses of Washington | Headlines & Heroes
White House Ghost Stories – White House Historical Association
The White House: The Most Important (Haunted) House in America – DC Ghosts
Hauntings at the White House – Elections Daily
The Haunted Houses of Washington | Headlines & Heroes
The Nation’s Haunted Capital | GW Today | The George Washington University
The Octagon House – DC Ghosts
5 Famous Ghosts Haunting the White House | Strangling Bros. Utah
War of 1812 – Wikipedia
War of 1812 Overview – USS Constitution Museum
Is Asylum 49 Haunted?
In this episode, we dive into one of Utah’s most famously haunted places: Asylum 49, also known as the Old Tooele Hospital. It may be a haunted attraction today, but beneath the spooky props lies something far more real—and far more terrifying.
Once a private home turned poorhouse turned nursing facility, this building has seen its share of suffering… and some say the spirits never left.
In this episode, we explore five of the most compelling ghost stories from Asylum 49:
Wes, a former Alzheimer’s patient still wandering the halls—accompanied by a dark, malevolent entity.
The mysterious Man in Black, seen entering a locked room just before a patient’s death.
Nurse Maria and the glowing spirit portal she warns the dying to avoid.
Samuel F. Lee and his prankster son Thomas, who still roam their former home with unfinished business and playful energy.
Jessica, the child spirit who followed a guest home—and made herself very real.
We also share firsthand accounts from investigators, volunteers, and locals who’ve had spine-tingling experiences inside and beyond the walls of this haunted hospital.
Listen now to uncover the secrets of Asylum 49—and decide for yourself: are these hauntings real?
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you visited Asylum 49 or had a paranormal experience there? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
Visit our website, www.ghostlypodcast.com, to learn more about Ghostly, and, of course, give us your opinion on our polls.
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
The Most Haunted and Terrifying Asylum in Utah: Asylum 49 – US Ghost Adventures
asylum49
Possible ghost face caught on camera . Taken in Tooele, Utah in front of Asylum 49. Any thoughts? : r/ParanormalEncounters
(27) Asylum 49: The EXTREMELY Haunted Old Tooele Hospital Is TERRIFYING – YouTube
Utah’s Most Haunted: Restless spirits that wander ‘Old Tooele Hospital’
Old Tooele Hospital – US Ghost Adventures
Haunted and/or historic: 4 of Utah’s spookiest sites | KSL.com
Haunted Road Trip Through The West – Denver Terrors
The Old Tooele Hospital | Haunted Places | Tooele, UT
The Blog of Paul Genesse: The Haunted Hospital
Uncover Utah’s Ghostly Past: Haunting Locations That Give You Chills
(28) The Old Tooele Hospital Haunted Asylum 49 – YouTube
Are the Grounds of the Danvers State Hospital Haunted?
Is the former Danvers State Hospital in Massachusetts one of the most haunted places in America? Some say yes—and they have the EVPs, apparitions, and ghost stories to prove it.
In this episode of Ghostly, Pat and Rebecca dive into the dark and tragic history of Danvers State Hospital, once known as the “Danvers Lunatic Asylum.” From its controversial treatments and underground tunnels to its eerie connection to the Salem Witch Trials, Danvers has long been shrouded in mystery and fear.
Hear firsthand accounts of ghostly encounters from those who lived on the grounds, including the chilling story of a scowling woman in the attic. Discover the tales of full-bodied apparitions, unexplained screams, and mysterious fires. Was it just the trauma of the patients that left a psychic imprint—or is something more sinister at work?
As always, Pat gives the skeptic’s take, while Rebecca brings in the believer’s view. Then it’s up to you to decide: Is Danvers State Hospital haunted?
Vote now at ghostlypodcast.com/polls and make your voice heard!
Episode Highlights
History of Danvers State Hospital and its link to the Salem Witch Trials
Personal ghost stories from former residents
EVPs captured during investigations
Theories about the underground tunnels and Kirkbride Plan
The mysterious 2007 fire that destroyed parts of the site
Final debate: Haunted or not?
Join the Debate
Give us your vote on what you think at ghostlypodcast.com/polls. #TeamBeliever #TeamSkeptic
Have you visited the Danvers grounds or had a paranormal experience there? Share your story with us on social media @GhostlyPodcast or email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com.
Patreon and GhostlyX
Join our Patreon for all sorts of great extra Ghostly, including early, commercial-free episodes. Join today: ghostlypodcast.com/support/
Visit our website, www.ghostlypodcast.com, to learn more about Ghostly, and, of course, give us your opinion on our polls.
We want to hear from you with your ghost stories! Email us at info@ghostlypodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter at GhostlyPodcast.
Music for this episode was performed by Michael Rivers
“Pat Facts” and “Ghost Story” themes by Mondo
“Time for a Debate” theme by Gail Gallagher gailgallaghermusic.com
Sources for this week’s episode
Danvers State Hospital – US Ghost Adventures
Today I paid a visit to what remains of the Danvers State Hospital, the inspiration for Lovecraft’s Arkham Sanatorium. : r/Lovecraft
Danvers State Hospital – Wikipedia
Danvers State Hospital – FrightFind
Boston Mass, Vintage | Danvers State Lunatic Asylum is probably one of the most notoriously haunted and intriguing places on earth | Facebook
Danvers State Hospital Ghosts, MA | Haunted Rooms America
Danvers State Hospital | Danvers State Insane Asylum | Danvers State Hospital | Danvers, MA, United States
The Haunting of Danvers State Hospital: Madness Lingers | by Ujjwal Bhardwaj | Medium
Danvers State Hospital: Why It’s One Of History’s Most Infamous Asylums
NEW ENGLAND FOLKLORE: Danvers State Hospital Cemetery
America’s Haunted Hospitals Will Make You Shiver – Legends of America
Danvers State Hospital Hauntings | Ghostly Activities
(20) The History of Danvers State Hospital | A Haunting Institution of Abuse, Death | Mystery Syndicate – YouTube
Danvers State Hospital – Atlas Obscura
Spooky Places – Danvers State Hospital (Arkham Asylum) – HubPages
Creepy Pictures From Inside The Former Danvers Hospital For The Criminally Insane – Off-Topic – Open Carnage




I really loved this episode. I'm so torn on whether I'm a believe ror a skeptic for this one.
So stoked for this episode. I remember finding this movie when I was in high school and thinking that the 'based on a true story' bit was one of those VERY lose, VERY fictionalized, interpretation types. Terrifying movie, and sad story.
by far my favorite episode I cant wait for the rest of this series!
Yay, bonus Ghostly episode! so much fun!
do you have 37 hands? yup!
I love this podcast it's good for the for the soul..