History Goes Bump Podcast

Located in Seguin, Texas, Magnolia Hotel's history includes use as a fort and was built by a man rooted in Texas history as a colonist. Its current state is nothing like the grand hotel it had been once upon a time. Hotels tell many stories and this one includes murder and prostitution. Spirits are at unrest here. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Magnolia Hotel. Moment in Oddity features a mummified mascot and This Day in History features the opening of Radio City Music Hall.

On this year's Christmas Special, we are joined by special guest Dan Foytik of the 9th Story Podcast, The Wicked Library and The Lift. We discuss some of the history behind Christmas & the history of telling ghost stories on Christmas Eve. Most of our Christmas traditions are rooted in Victorian England. We are keeping that alive on the History Goes Bump Podcast and The 9th Story Podcast. Mark Nixon of http://shadowsatthedoor.com joins us to tell one of his own original stories as well!

Charles Dickens is the author of the beloved novel, "A Christmas Carol." Without the tale it would seem like Christmas, in our modern era. Why did Dickens choose ghosts? Did the idea of telling scary ghost stories originate with him? Join us as we explore the life of Charles Dickens and dive into his beloved classic, "A Christmas Carol, which is obviously quite haunted. Moment in Oddity features Marjorie McCall buried twice and This Day in History features the publication of "A Visit from St. Nicholas.

Alton, Illinois is considered one of the most haunted small towns in America. The former Milton Schoolhouse is one of the reasons for this reputation. Legends surround the school from murdered students to suicide to other deaths that lead people to claim that the currently bustling center of small business is haunted. Join us as we explore the history & hauntings of the Milton Schoolhouse. Moment in Oddity features the White Screamer and This Day in History features Washigton's troops entering Valley Forge.

Buffalo Trace Distillery is the oldest continuously operating distillery in the US. Herds of buffalo thundered across this area of Kentucky where the distillery stands & they carved a path, which is called a trace. Kentucky Bourbon is made here but there are more than just the drinkable spirits at this location. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Buffalo Trace Distillery. Moment in Oddity features beer made from elephant dung and This Day in History features the birth of Quantum Theory.

Many people mistakenly refer to the Homestead Sanatorium as an asylum, but it was never an asylum. For decades, those with TB called Homestead home and many of them died here. Is that why the place is rumored to be haunted? Or is it just because it is a large abandoned building with a history? Join us as we look at the history and hauntings of the Saratoga County Homestead Sanatorium. The Moment in Oddity features an underwater fake skeleton tea party and This Day in History features the Christmas Seals.

Santa Claus is probably one of the most familiar images intertwined with Christmas. But as we trace back the various traditions associated with the holiday season, we come upon a character that has been around longer than good old St. Nick & the warnings that came with him, were far more dire. On this episode, we will explore the origins, history & terror that are a part of the legend of Krampus. Moment in Oddity = the Dragon's Triangle & This Day in History features the abandonment of the Mary Celeste.

Coburg, Victoria, Australia didn't always have that name. It was originally known as Pentridge, home to Pentridge Prison. This prison was one of the most notorious in Australia for 146 years. Today, it is the setting for fashion shows, parties, conferences & even weddings. Spirits roam the cell blocks. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Australia's Pentridge Prison! Moment in Oddity features sheep farts downing a plane and This Day in History features Thomas Edison inventing the phonograph.

Happy Thanksgiving! In Ep85 we share legends from the Ojibwa Native American tribe: the legend of Indian Corn and the cryptozoological creature known as the Windigo. The Moment in Oddity features the Phantom of Flatwoods and This Day in History features the Great Storm of 1703. We so appreciate the support you all have given us whether it is listening, reviewing, sharing, joining us on air or at meet-ups, suggesting locations, helping with research or financially backing the show! Thank you!!

We are joined on the show today by Jim Dean, Creative Director of Haunted Walks, Inc. Ottawa is the capital of Canada. Within this city is located the historic jail known in previous years as the Carleton County Gaol. Treatment here for prisoners was not always humane. The jail is now a hostel but something from the past still remains. Many of these entities are not happy. Explore the history and hauntings of the Carleton County Gaol. Moment in Oddity features the Versailles Time Slip.

The city of San Antonio is home to the infamous Alamo. And right next to the Alamo sits the Emily Morgan Hotel. The hotel is considered the official hotel of the Alamo. It was once a state of the art medical facility. Today the hotel offers luxurious accommodations however there are reportedly ghosts in this building. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Emily Morgan Hotel. Moment in Oddity features the kidnapping of Charlie Chaplin's body.

Growing up, many of us sung a rhyme about the crime attributed to Lizzie Borden that began, "Lizzie Borden took an axe." But did this young woman actually commit the crime for which she was accused and aquitted? What was going on in this home with this family that people thought it was possible? Come explore the home, the family, the crime and the hauntings connected to the Lizzie Borden House. Moment in Oddity features the Watseka Wonder and This Day in History features the publication of Moby Dick.

Many people have heard of the Vanderbilt family. Their prominence lasted through to the mid 20th century until the "Fall of the House of Vanderbilt" occurred. Many of their mansions and other properties were torn down, but one survives today and is considered the largest home in America, the Biltmore Estate. And it just may still house the family in the afterlife. Could it be that this impressive mansion is haunted? Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Biltmore Estate.

Many people have heard the story about the Jersey Devil. The tale about a mother giving birth to a devil baby is not totally unique in history. Is this just another urban legend or is there some real history behind this tale of the Jersey Devil? Was this really more of a religious dispute that spawned a story to destroy a family name? Come with us as we look at the legend of the Jersey Devil. The Moment in Oddity features Black Blizzards and This Day in History features the patenting of the cash register.

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