History Goes Bump Podcast

Maitland Gaol is considered Australia's hardest jail. For nearly twenty years the gaol has stood empty, but for 150 years this jail housed some of Australia's worst criminals. Behind the sandstone and razor-wire of this modern day tourist attraction, some of the worst brutality occurred from murders to rape and of course, suicides. Inmates claim that the cells were concrete coffins. This kind of energy and emotion usually feeds unexplained activity. Rumors of hauntings permeate the stories about the gaol. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Maitland Gaol! Moment in History features the Fertility Chair and This Day in History features Francis Scott Key being inspired to write the Star Spangled Banner. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Check out the show notes:  http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-68-maitland-gaol.html Become an Executive Producer of the show:  http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Raynham Hall in New York has seen much history in its time. The homestead survived the Revolutionary War and occupation by a British regiment. It was part of a spy ring as well. It has survived years of additions being added to the building and the changing of hands. Something else has survived from the past as well. It would seem the spirits of the former occupants have decided to stay as well. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Raynham Hall. Moment in Oddity features a strange creature found in Russia and This Day in History features the patent of the sewing machine. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-67-raynham-hall.html Support the show and become an executive producer!  http://patreon.com/historygoesbump

Sometimes a place is needed to help with reforming young people when they wander down the wrong road in life. That is what the Ohio State Reformatory was originally meant to do: help wayward young men get back on the right road. The beautiful Gothic reformatory built of iron and limestone is so picturesque that it was used as a location in the movie, "The Shawshank Redemption." But what happened to many of the residents of this building was anything, but beautiful and certainly was not about truly reforming young men. Stories that include torture, beatings and other misdeeds are numerous. And wherever strong emotions are built up, we usually find some kind of unexplained phenomenon. Come with us as we venture inside the Ohio State Reformatory! The Moment in Oddity features the Hammersmith Ghost and This Day in History features a pretender claiiming the throne as King Richard IV. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here:  http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-po

Deep in the Bayou, originates the legend of a mysterious creature. There are more than gators, Cottonmouths, snapping turtles and the giant rat-like Nutria in the swamps. Haunting howls in the middle of the night indicate that something large, wild and scary roams about the mangroves. Tales about this creature have been passed down through the generations. Were these stories created just to scare the children and keep them from wandering into the swamp or to get them to behave? Are these tales just simply made up to explain the disappearance of domestic animals? Join us as we delve into the legend of the Rougarou. Moment in Oddity features burial pods and This Day in History features Frederick Douglass' escape from slavery. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here:  http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/09/hgb-podcast-ep-65-legend-of-rougarou.html Become an Executive Producer of the show for only $1 a month. Unlock exclusive content like the Haunted True

Pittsburgh is the original "Gateway to the West" and began as a Frontier Fort. In the 1900s, the Federal Courthouse was built in a design that leaves much to be desired particularly compared to the more interesting Allegheny County Courthouse. But the Federal Courthouse is quite interesting when considering the rumors that it is haunted. Pittsburgh is a very haunted city and this location is just one of the many spots harboring those still here in the afterlife. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Pittsburgh's Federal Courthouse! Moment in Oddity features Surgeon Barbers and This Day in History features the patent of the Kinetoscope. We also discuss an interesting study on how hauntings might make people more honest. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures contributed by Dan Foytik of 9th Story Studios:  http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-64-pittsburghs-federal.html

This will be the last BounsCast offered publically on the main History Goes Bump Podcast feed. Future BonusCasts like this one will be offered as exclusive content to those pledging $5 a month or above. For the price of a cup of coffee, you can help keep the History Goes Bump Podcast in production and growing. Our goal would be to bring you at least 10 episodes a month on the free feed and lots of other fun stuff like contests and virtual ghost tours on video or through Periscope. On this BonusCast, Diane shares an interview she conducted with writer Robert Schneck a couple of years ago about his story, "The Bridge to Body Island," which features the legend of the Bye Bye Man. This story is the inspiration for a supernatural Hollywood thriller set to be released in 2016. Enjoy!

Being born into poverty does not usually relegate someone into a life of opulence and superstardom; a fame so great that everyone knows the person by just one name. Such was the life of Elvis Presley. It was a life cut short 38 years ago this month, but the legacy of Elvis lives on whether it be his influence on music, style or entertainment. After his death, it was popular for there to be sightings of Elvis. Some thought he faked his death so he could live a normal life. While many sightings have been of fully alive people who happened to look like the man dubbed "The King of Rock and Roll," other sightings have been of a ghostly image of Elvis. On this episode, we explore the life and afterlife of Elvis Presley. The Moment in Oddity features La Pascualita (a life-like mannequin) and This Day in History features the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-63-life-and-afterlife-of.htm

Moses Cone Manor is also known as Flat Top Manor and is located in the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area in North Carolina. It is a beautiful mansion built by Moses Cone at the turn of the last century. Cone loved the home and some wonder if perhaps he is still there in the afterlife. The tales that surround the manor include tales of moving furniture, ominous noises, strange happenings and even grave robbing. Our listener and North Carolina resident Steven Pappas joins us as a special guest host as we share the history and hauntings of the Moses Cone Manor. The Moment in Oddity features an underwater river and This Day in History features the first air mail in America. Become an executive producer of the show by becoming a patron:  https://www.patreon.com/historygoesbump?ty=h Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here:  http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/08/hgb-podcast-ep-62-moses-cone-manor.html

Some of the most infamous trials in American history revolve around a small town in Massachusetts named Salem. Salem and witches have become intertwined through the years and a study in human psychology surrounding the events of the Salem Witch Trials reveals a very heinous side to humanity. The use of the terminology "witch hunt" was inspired by the Salem Witch Trials. Today, we explore not only the historic events themselves, but what led several communities to turn on their neighbors leading to deadly results. We also will look at the tales of curses and hauntings that spawned from the Salem Witch Trials. Moment in Oddity features the Palm Sunday Case and This Day in History features the first time prize fighting rules were put to paper. The History Goes Bump Podcast is completely listener supported and we want to keep it ad free and sponsor free. This is a show for you and by you! We put a lot of time, energy and resources into the production of the show. If you have the means, you can donate to the show

Danvers State Hospital sits on land that once was inhabited by Native Americans. Through the years the area was settled by Europeans and became known as the town of Salem. Later, the town of Salem would be broken into smaller towns and the city of Danvers was established. A state hospital was built here that became home to not only the terminally or drastically ill, but also the mentally ill. As is the case with so many hospitals and sanatoriums that we have researched, this was not necessarily a good home for people. Years of abuse and deaths have led what used to be Danvers State Hospital to be considered one of the most haunted places in Massachusetts. Reports of hauntings continue today despite the fact that it has now been converted into apartments. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Danvers State Hospital. Moment in Oddity features the lady in black and This Day in History features the founding of the Firestone Tire Company. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show no

The history of the town of Plymouth, Massachusetts is unique in that most Americans are familiar with the start of this settlement and that is why it is known as "America's Hometown." After all, we have a national holiday inspired by events that took place in Plymouth: Thanksgiving. There are some misconceptions about the history of the Pilgrims and Plymouth and many people may not think about the history that has continued on into the afterlife. In this episode, we will bring you the history and the hauntings of Plymouth. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com

On this BonusCast, we take the listeners behind the scenes and share our introductory conversation with Patrick Keller of the Big Seance Podcast before we get into talking about the Myrtles Plantation. We also have outtakes featuring our bloopers and other items that reveal just how professional we are around here. Enjoy!

Mineral Wells, Texas is most famous for the mineral springs that are there. In the early 1900s, the city became a place for those seeking healing from the curative effects of the mineral springs. To provide lodging for these guests, a hotel was built named for its builder, the Baker Hotel. There are more than just mineral spirits hanging around the Baker Hotel. There are allegedly ghosts in this hotel. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of the Baker Hotel. Moment in Oddity features the death of President Zachary Taylor and This Day in History features the Battle of Harlaw. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-58-baker-hotel.html

Queen's Park in Toronto is a beautiful picturesque park that was a part of the early park movement in Canada. Within it's borders, it holds the magnificent legislative building. The park is encircled by the city that grew up around it and enjoyed by many. Some of those that enjoy the park are doing so in the afterlife. There are at least five spirits that have been encountered at the Legislative Building. There was another building here before the government structure, an asylum. Do the ghosts of the past haunt the marble hallways of this place? Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Queen's Park. The Moment in Oddity features Janus Cats and This Day in History features the hanging of five women in the Salem Witch Trials. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-57-queens-park.html

On today's episode, we are joined by special co-host Patrick Keller of The Big Seance Podcast! Patrick is not only a paranormal investigator, but he also recently visited the Myrtles Plantation and shares his experiences there. Southern charm abounds at the beautiful Antebellum Myrtles Plantation. The mansion has been restored to its former glory and houses much of the original architectural and decorative features. The city where it is located has a deep history and once was a very important city in the south. The Myrtles Plantation is considered one of the most haunted places in Louisiana.The story behind the hauntings is tragic and many people claim to have had experiences while staying at the Myrtles, which is now a Bed & Breakfast. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings at the Myrtle Plantation. Moment in Oddity features the mummy of Bishop Peder Winstrup and This Day in History features the first World's Fair held in New York City at the Crystal Palace. Check out our website: http://history

The Old Jail in Charleston, South Carolina is an architecturally beautiful building that dates back to the early 1800s. The jail has seen its share of thieves, murderers and even pirates. A stone building that has stood for centuries tends to carry far more than just memories of years gone by. The spirits of those who were locked inside the structure still seem to resonate within those walls. Death may not have been the end for those condemned. Do some of these people still carry on in the afterlife? Let's explore the history and hauntings of Charleston's Old Jail. The Moment in Oddity features the Hardy Tree and This Day in History features the invention of the corn cob pipe. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-55-old-charleston-jail.html

The Buxton Inn is the state of Ohio's oldest continuously operating inn that has stayed in the same location and same building. Since 1812 it has offered travelers a comfortable place to stay. Perhaps the inn is too comfortable. Based on the experiences of patrons and employees, it would seem that the inn is so inviting, many spirits have decided to stay here in the afterlife. Staying at the inn is like taking a step back in history. Join us as we step back and investigate the history and hauntings of this grand old inn. The Moment in Oddity features Animal Cults in Ancient Egypt and This Day in History features America's Independence Day. Check out the website:  http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/07/hgb-podcast-ep-54-buxton-inn.html

About 1.5 miles off the shores of San Francisco, California lies a rocky island with the infamous name "Alcatraz." Some of the most notorious criminals in American history were sent to a prison built on the island that bears the same name because of the impossibility of escape. But long before the likes of Al Capone, Machine Gun Kelly and Robert "Birdman" Stroud came to the island affectionately nicknamed "The Rock," the island housed a light house and a military prison. Many desperate souls wiled away their lives on Alcatraz Island and many of those souls seemed to have stayed. Those souls include not only prisoners, but banished Native Americans. Some claim a portal exists on the island. Come with us across the cold waters of the San Francisco Bay as we explore the history and hauntings of Alcatraz. The Moment in Oddity features Dancing Mania and This Day in History features the St. Hilaire Train Disaster.

The Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles is not a place where most people would want to rent a room.That might be why the Cecil Hotel was reported closed, but do not be fooled, the hotel just changed its name to Stay on Main and advertises itself as a hostel. Not only is it a budget hotel frequented by transients, but it has a creepy and murderous past that has caused it to be a source of numerous tales of haunting experiences. This infamous history includes suicides, disappearances, murders and serial killers. The hotel made news in 2013 when the funny tasting water coming out of the faucets was linked to a dead body in the water tower. A disturbing video related to this death has gone viral. You might want to turn on the lights for this episode as we explore the history and hauntings of the Cecil Hotel. The Moment in Oddity features the Dylatov Pass Incident and This Day in History features coffee planting in Hawaii. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes, videos and pictures can be fou

It's back to Australia on today's episode! The Monte Cristo Homestead is considered to be the most haunted house in Australia. Today, we are joined again by our friend from Down Under, Freya, and we are going to share the history and hauntings of this beautiful home in New South Wales. After you listen, you might just agree that this home really does belong on our "infamous" most haunted list! The Moment in oddity features the Green Children of Woolpit and This Day in History features the Continental Army leaving Valley Forge. If you enjoy the show, please consider leaving us a review! Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes and pictures can be found here: http://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2015/06/hgb-podcast-ep-51-monte-cristo-homestead.html