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Horrific History & Hauntings

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Nov 1, 2023 • 17min

Unveiling the Legends of Black Aggie

Explore the eerie tales and haunted history surrounding Black Aggie, a spooky statue believed to cause blindness, miscarriages, and barren grass. Delve into the sculptor's history, legal disputes, legends and stories, including vandalism and superstitions. Plus, don't miss the promotions for other podcasts and social media accounts.
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Oct 25, 2023 • 42min

Alphabet of Death (E-F)

This episode explores different ways to die starting with the letters E and F, including eating disorders, lead poisoning, Ebola virus, deadly falls, historical fashion practices, airplane crashes, challenges faced by landlords, and disturbing crimes and violence.
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Oct 18, 2023 • 32min

Haunted Lighthouses and Water

Embark on a ghostly voyage as we uncover haunted lighthouses and eerie waters. From phantom keepers to mysterious depths, join us for tales of maritime spirits. Explore haunted lighthouses with spooky encounters and eerie legends, including the Plymouth Lighthouse, Heceta Head Lighthouse, and Boca Grande and Sol Coe Point Lighthouses. Discover haunted ships and ghostly sightings like the legend of the Flying Dutchman. Experience fear and urges near the ocean at night, and hear about engagement and updates from the podcast.
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Oct 11, 2023 • 26min

Hitchhiking Beyond the Grave

Explore the legend of Resurrection Mary, a ghostly hitchhiker in Chicago. Hear encounters with Resurrection Mary, including a mysterious disappearance from a moving car. Discover the sinister hitchhiking ghost who causes havoc in the back seat. Learn about explaining hitchhiker stories through hallucinations and hypnotic states. The hosts also discuss their other podcasts, social media links, and thank the listeners.
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Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 7min

Spooktacular Origins: Unmasking the History of Halloween

Unearth the origins of jack-o'-lanterns, costumes, and spooky tales of Halloween. Discuss Nazi occupation in Ukraine, pumpkin carving in Ireland, and the legend of Stingy Jack. Explore traditions like bobbing for apples and the cultural significance of spiders and zombies. Also, learn about unusual Halloween treats and affiliate links to support the show.
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Sep 30, 2023 • 43min

GGG Presents - From D20s to Demons: D&D’s Dance with the Satanic Panic (Content Warning)

CONTENT WARNING! We talk about sensitive subjects such as suicide in this episode. 988 Is the Suicide and Crisis LifelineStep into the past with all three of us in the Gruesome Gaming Group as we explore the tumultuous era of the 80s Satanic Panic, where Dungeons & Dragons found itself on trial. Our episode peels back the layers of hysteria and dives deep into the true impact of this controversy. Learn how a game of imagination and adventure became a symbol of fear, and how it ultimately emerged unscathed, leaving an indelible mark on the world of tabletop gaming.Find all our social/content links here or email us at gruesomegaminggroup@email.comWhat to share your thoughts with Beth? horrifichistory.haunting@gmail.comAffiliate LinksStudents, EBT/SNAP users can get 50% off a Prime MembershipD&D Starter SetMazes and Monsters (Rent/Buy) - Prime Video Mazes and Monsters (PDF/Hardback) - AmazonDungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves MovieMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-zambo/centuries-ago License code: G7NQNOSITE82HKQPThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy
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Sep 27, 2023 • 37min

Blood on the Trail: Murders on the Appalachian Trail

Explore the dark side of the famous Appalachian Trail with discussions on murders, kidnappings, and crimes committed on the trail. Learn about the Ronald Sanchez, Jr. murder case, the challenges faced by hikers, and the investigation and arrest of suspects. Delve into the murder of Diane Goode and the ongoing mysteries surrounding these chilling incidents.
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Sep 23, 2023 • 32min

Lake Lanier’s Haunting Past: Accidents, Murders, and Ghosts

Explore the dark history of Lake Lanier, a place plagued by tragic accidents and unsettling paranormal activity. Learn about a tragic train crash, racially motivated violence, and the controversy surrounding the lake's creation. Hear accounts of ghostly apparitions and mysterious sounds experienced by those who dare to venture near its shores.
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Sep 20, 2023 • 37min

Mothman Part 2: The Mothman Festival and the TNT Igloos

Explore the intriguing history of Point Pleasant, West Virginia and its association with the Mothman. Immerse yourself in the lore and mystery surrounding the Mothman at the annual Mothman Festival. Venture into the TNT Area and discover the World War II-era bunkers called TNT Igloos. Learn about the tragic event of the Silver Bridge Collapse that shook Point Pleasant. Delve into various Mothman sightings in different locations, including Lake Michigan and lover's lane. Discover the connection between Mothman sightings and UFO reports.
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Sep 13, 2023 • 30min

Mothman

Discover the fascinating connection between the Mothman sightings and UFOs in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Learn about the expanded edition of the book 'Mothman' and explore the history of the area. Uncover the alleged curse on Point Pleasant and the intriguing details about the TNT area. Delve into the contamination and cleanup efforts in the area. Learn about the construction and collapse of the Silver Bridge and its connection to the Mothman sighting.

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