Cemetery Row
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsJoin Lori, Hannah and Sheena as they explore the most fascinating stories found in cemeteries.
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Illicit Substances
April 15, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB4/20 is coming up, so this episode is dedicated to illicit substances. Sheena covers legendary Appalachian bootlegger Mahala Mullins. Hannah takes us to Mexico to explore Jardines del Humaya, a cemetery full of drug cartel members' opulent mausoleums. She also covers drug dealer Adolfo Constanzo and the murder of Mark Kilroy (trigger warning: this story is especially graphic). Lori covers bootlegger Willie Carter Sharpe and the "King of Bootleggers" George Remus.
Haunted Cemeteries and Mansions
April 01, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBGet the springtime spookies with this episode of Cemetery Row! Hannah discusses Kansas' haunted Stull Cemetery, Lori covers the Ada Witch and the murder of Louiza Catherine Fox, and Sheena covers the successes and tragedies of the Lemp family and their haunted mansion.
Grab Bag - Haunted Cemeteries, Jane Does and Writers
March 11, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 33.8 MBGet ready for some interesting stories in this episode of Cemetery Row. The Olive Branch Jane Doe that we covered in an earlier episode was identified this week, so Lori covers more Jane Does whose identities have also been discovered. Hannah covers the spooky haunted Bachelor's Grove Cemetery in Illinois. And Sheena celebrates Women's History Month by sharing the life of writer Dorothy Parker.
Black Excellence '24
February 26, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBHappy Black History Month! In this episode, Sheena covers Susie King Taylor, the first Black woman to teach a free school in Georgia, the first Black woman to self-publish her memoirs and the first Black nurse in the Civil War. Lori shares the story of cowboy Nat Love, one of the most famous heroes of the Old West. Hannah covers rap legend and actor DMX.
Hotties
February 12, 2024 20:00 - 2 hours - 56.1 MBHappy Valentine's Day! In this episode, the girls cover historical hotties. Lori takes us back to Mount Everest to discuss mountaineer Andrew "Sandy" Irvine. Hannah covers the tragic story of actress and model Dorothy Stratten, and Sheena discusses innovative storyteller/director/actor Orson Welles.
Grab Bag - Science Fiction, WWII, Murder and Football
January 29, 2024 16:00 - 2 hours - 62.3 MBThis week's episode of Cemetery Row is a grab bag full of completely random stories with absolutely nothing in common at all! Hannah covers science fiction author Philip K. Dick and football legend Dick Butkus. Sheena tells the scandalous, murderous story of Evelyn Dick, and Lori covers decorated fighter pilot Richard "Dick" Bong.
New Year’s Eve
January 15, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBWe’re kicking off 2024 with a New Year’s themed episode!
The Aloha State
December 18, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBTake a journey to Hawaii with us on this episode of Cemetery Row! The girls cover notable Hawaiians and Hawaii cemeteries. Hannah shares Hawaiian hauntings, and Lori covers the Burial Mound at the Zoo. Sheena covers Alfred Apaka, "The Golden Voice of Hawaii," and Ray Emory, who fought to identify unknown soldiers killed in Pearl Harbor.
Vermont: Granite, Ice Cream and Mansions
November 28, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBIn this week's episode of Cemetery Row, travel to interesting cemeteries and mausoleums in Vermont, the Green Mountain State. Hannah covers a variety of cemeteries and graves, including the Flavor Graveyard and the grave of Figure, the first Morgan horse. Lori discusses Hope Cemetery and the sculptors who made some of the cemetery's most fascinating tombstones. Sheena shares the successes and tragedies of the Smith family who lived in beautiful Shard Villa.
Water Towers, Mummies and Grandmas
November 13, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBOn this week's Grab Bag episode of Cemetery Row, the ladies cover a variety of topics - Lori shares her grandma's story, as well as the story of the man behind the XYZ grave. Hannah discusses the haunted Chicago Water Tower, and Sheena covers Memphis lawyer Finis Bates and his connections to John Wilkes Booth and Hollywood.
Haunted Bridges, Houses and Forests
October 30, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 35.6 MBHappy Halloween! This week the girls bring you fiction and non-fiction tales of terror. Hannah reads a few terrifying creepypastas, Lori shares some local legends from Meridian, Mississippi, and Sheena covers the Woodruff-Fontaine House, a haunted Memphis mansion.
Unsolved Murders, Cryptids and More
October 16, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBSpooky season continues on Cemetery Row! Hannah shares the story of the Grimes Sisters and the “creepiest bar in the USA.” Lori tells spooky skin-walker tales and Sheena covers two hometown murders.
Ghosts and Gaffs
October 02, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 33 MBHappy Spooky Season! In this episode of Cemetery Row, the girls cover spooky stories - Hannah tells us about the Fox Sisters, who talked to ghosts; Sheena discusses Homer Tate and his freak taxidermy and other weird creations; and Lori shares a co-worker's story about the time a ghost predicted her love life.
Country Music
September 18, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBYee haw! The Cemetery Row girls celebrate country music and cover music legends who died too soon. Learn about Hank Williams, Patsy Cline and Keith Whitley - and their final resting places - on the latest Cemetery Row.
Bonus Episode - Talking Crypt
August 21, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 33.7 MBEnjoy a fun, slightly serious fireside chat with the Cemetery Row girls! We're joined by special guest/friend of the pod Spencer Pleasants (aka Amnesia Devereaux) to discuss concerts and planning your final wishes. You'll laugh, you'll cry... you'll mostly laugh.
Comedians
August 07, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 35.8 MBGet ready to laugh! This week the Cemetery Row gals cover comedians and where they're buried. Lori shares the story of trailblazing comedian, actress, director and producer Mabel Normand, who mentored Charlie Chaplin. Sheena covers Jackie "Moms" Mabley, the first successful Black female standup comedian whose career spanned more than 50 years. Hannah covers comedian, screenwriter, actor and producer Rodney Dangerfield, who as we all know, got no respect.
Explorers and Adventurers
July 24, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBSet sail and join us as we cover explorers and adventurers on this episode of Cemetery Row. Hannah shares the stories of John "Grizzly" Adams and James "Tiger" Whitehead. Lori covers Robert Falcon Scott's expeditions to the Antarctic regions. Sheena covers the adventures of Memphian Richard Halliburton.
Summer Grab Bag: Witches, Curses and Beards
July 10, 2023 16:00 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this summertime grab bag episode, Lori and Hannah cover haunted and cursed tombstones. Sheena covers Joseph Palmer, who was “persecuted for wearing the beard.”
Pride 2023
June 26, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBHappy Pride Month! In this week's episode, we take a look at incredible LGTBQ+ folks from history. Hannah shares the story of German physician and sexologist Magnus Hirschfeld, and Lori covers Margot Heuman, the first queer Jewish woman known to have survived concentration camps during World War II. Sheena covers artist and musician Norma Tanega.
Michigan Murders and More
June 12, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBThis week the girls cover true crime stories and cemeteries from the Great Lakes State. Hannah covers a very unusual graveyard, plus the murder of Rose Larner. Lori shares the haunting story of the Morris murders, and Sheena covers Detroit's cursed St. Aubin Avenue.
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 29, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBThis week’s episode is in honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Hannah shares legends of Guam, Lori covers astronaut Ellison Onizuka, and Sheena discusses pioneering Chinese-American chef and business woman Joyce Chen.
Grab Bag
May 22, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBThe topics for this week’s episode range from a best friend to a wrestler to unique burial practices from around the world. Hannah covers the hanging coffins of Sagada, Philippines, as well as a few other interesting cemeteries. Sheena shares the story of Memphis wrestler Sputnik Monroe. Lori shares the final resting place of her best friend, Shannon Smith.
Hauntings
May 01, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 31.9 MBThis week the Cemetery Row girls cover haunted houses, cemeteries and bars. Lori covers the haunted graves of Augusta Bitner and Jennie Steeves. Hannah covers the Liar's Club and discusses the Chicago cemetery haunted by a clown. Sheena tells the story of the most haunted house in Mississippi, the McRaven House.
Inventors
April 17, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBIn this episode of Cemetery Row, the girls cover inventors and revolutionaries who changed industries. Hannah covers department store entrepreneur Montgomery Ward and Hughes Tool Company founder Howard Hughes Sr. Lori shares the story of Edward Craven Walker, inventor of the lava lamp. Sheena covers women who revolutionized the audiobook industry, including the founders of Caedmon Records, Marianne Mantell and Barbara Holdridge.
We'll Never Let Go - Stories from the Titanic
April 03, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 36 MBThe Titanic sank 111 years ago this month. In this episode, the girls share stories from the "unsinkable" ship. Sheena covers writer, geographer, feminist and Titanic survivor Helen Candee. Lori covers shipwreck-surviving expert Violet Jessop, who was known as the "Queen of Sinking Ships." Hannah gives us a round-up of notable Chicagoans who were aboard the Titanic - some survived, and some did not.
BONUS - Cemetery Symbolism, Oracle Decks and Magic with Stacey Williams-Ng
March 27, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 31.8 MBOn this bonus episode of Cemetery Row, the girls chat with Memphis artist Stacey Williams-Ng about her upcoming oracle deck based on cemetery symbolism. Learn about the difference between tarot and oracle decks, Stacey’s creative process and her favorite cemeteries.
Drag is Not a Crime
March 20, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 37 MBSupport your local drag queens and kings! This week the Cemetery Row girls share the stories of incredible and influential drag stars. Sheena covers drag king Stormé DeLarverie, who fought for LGBTQ+ rights at Stonewall, and Hannah covers the influential and historic House of Xtravaganza, including members Angie and Venus. Lori covers the Grease Sisters: Kitty Litter, Lily White and Alvina Laverne.
World Record Breakers and Holders
March 06, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 33 MBThe tallest, the oldest, the most haunted... this week, the Cemetery Row ladies cover people, chickens and islands that hold or broke world records. Topics include the world's tallest man, Robert Wadlow; Herb Kent, a Chicago DJ with a seven-decade career; the Island of the Dolls, which holds the world's largest collection of haunted dolls; and Matilda, the world's oldest chicken.
Black Excellence '23
February 20, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 33.1 MBHappy Black History Month! This week the girls cover Black trailblazers. Lori shares the story of Absalom Boston, the first African-American captain to sail a whaleship with an all-Black crew. Hannah covers Charles Young, the first African-American National Park Superintendent (as well as the first Black military attaché and the first Black man to achieve the rank of colonel in the U.S. Army). Sheena tells the story of Sister Thea Bowman, a Black Catholic religious sister, teacher, musician, ...
Love You to Death
February 06, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 30.9 MBFeel the love with this Valentine's Day-themed episode! Lori shares the sweet love stories of couples who died within minutes of each other. Hannah tells the story of Saint Olga of Kiev, known for her subjugation of the Drevlians, the tribe that killed her husband. Sheena covers the story of Walter Samples, a Memphis bachelor at the heart of a murder mystery involving love, secrets, and milk.
Awesome Animals
January 23, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 38.8 MBThe Cemetery Row girls honor awesome animals on this week's episode. Lori shares the story of Smoky the Yorkie, who served in World War II. Hannah covers Morris the Cat, the mascot for 9Lives cat food, and Gef the Talking Mongoose. Sheena covers movie star Jimmy the Raven and the real Smokey Bear.
Golden Anniversary
January 09, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 29.5 MBIt’s the 50th episode of Cemetery Row! In celebration, the girls cover anything related to gold. Hannah uncovers the Varna Necropolis, which contains the world’s oldest gold treasure and jewelry. Lori shares the story of Anna DeGraf, who was a part of the Yukon Gold Rush while searching for her son. Sheena covers the “first gold-digger” Peggy Hopkins Joyce, known for marrying and divorcing millionaires.
Christmas Mayhem 2022
December 26, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBHappy Holidays from Cemetery Row! In this holiday-themed episode, Sheena covers the deadly Santa Claus bank robbery, Lori shares the story of the "Christmas Tree Lady" Jane Doe, and Hannah covers Ronald Gene Simmons' Christmas week murder spree.
Funeral Folks
December 12, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBThis week, the girls cover funeral homes and funeral directors who made a difference in their communities. Hannah tells us about Peter Stefan, director and owner of a Massachusetts funeral home that promises to take in every body, including one of the Boston bombers. Lori covers Jim Sullivan, whose California funeral home became one of the first to accept victims of the AIDS epidemic. Sheena covers historic Memphis funeral home R.S. Lewis & Sons, which prepared Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s bo...
Firsts
November 28, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBOn this week’s Cemetery Row, the girls discuss “firsts” - Sheena covers Frances Thompson, the first Black transgender woman to testify before Congress; Hannah shares the story of Laika, the first dog in space; and Lori tells us about Annie Edison Taylor, the first person to successfully go over Niagara Falls in a barrel.
Murder Ballads
November 14, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBThis week the Cemetery Row ladies cover true crime stories that inspired songs and murder ballads. Sheena covers the Lawson family murders and Lori discusses the murder of Laura Foster that inspired the song “Tom Dooley.” Hannah dives into the histories behind two songs, the Drive-By Truckers’ “Ramon Casiano” and Nirvana’s “Polly.”
BONUS - Spooky Story Spooktacular
October 31, 2022 16:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBHappy Halloween! In this bonus episode, the girls share their favorite scary stories and creepypastas.
Spooky Season
October 24, 2022 15:45 - 1 hour - 35.8 MBHappy (almost) Halloween! This week, the Cemetery Row girls dive into all things spooky: Hannah tells us about history's most interesting witches, Sheena uncovers the origin story of the "Ghostbusters" franchise and Lori introduces us to the creepy cryptid Tailypo.
Local Legends
September 26, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBThis week the Cemetery Row girls dive into local legends. Lori shares the story of the Bride of Annandale, Hannah introduces us to Resurrection Mary, and Sheena uncovers the truth behind a Memphis murder rhyme.
Ripped from the Headlines
September 12, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBIn this week’s Cemetery Row, the girls cover real-life stories that inspired books, movies and more. Sheena covers the story of Jeremy Delle, who inspired Pearl Jam’s hit song “Jeremy,” and the murder that inspired the Oscar-winning film “A Place in the Sun.” Lori discusses the life of horse diver Sonora Webster Carver, who inspired the film “Wild Hearts Can’t Be Broken.” Hannah covers Ed Gein, who inspired countless horror films including “Psycho” and “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”
Historic Cemeteries We Love
August 22, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 33.6 MBThis week, we geek out about historic cemeteries we love. Lori covers Merry Cemetery in Romania, Sheena talks about Colonial Park Cemetery in Savannah, Georgia, and Hannah covers New York’s Sleepy Hollow Cemetery.
Rich Weirdos
August 10, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 28 MBThis week it’s all about the lifestyles of the rich and weird. Sheena covers the statue-loving businessman and author Lord Timothy Dexter, Hannah discusses the massive John and Sarah Davis memorial in Kansas, and Lori shares the story of socialite Sandra West and her powder blue, two-door casket.
Happy Times Grab Bag
July 25, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBThis week’s theme? Anything we want. Lori discusses how Mount Everest has become a cemetery for those who died in an attempt to reach the top. Sheena covers Savannah, Georgia, sculptor John Walz and his most well-known monuments, and Hannah takes to the grave of Ned the extraterrestrial.
Pro Roe
July 13, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBIn the wake of the Supreme Court decision, the Cemetery Row ladies are covering an array of topics relating to abortion rights. Hannah shares the stories of Dr. Gisella Perl, who provided abortions to pregnant people in Auschwitz, and Civil Rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer who fought against, among other issues, forced sterilization. Sheena covers Gerri Santoro, whose photo has been used to fight for abortion care, and Lori covers Becky Bell, who died as a result of parental consent laws.
Gay Hollywood
June 27, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBAs Pride month continues, the girls cover three gay Hollywood icons: Innovative director Dorothy Arzner, Hollywood pimp Scotty Bowers and "Latin lover" Ramon Navarro.
Pride 2022
June 13, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 30.7 MBHappy Pride Month! In this episode, we explore the lives of activist Sarah Hegazi, playwright and activist Larry Kramer, and legendary entertainer Wayland Flowers (and, of course, Madame).
Outlaws
May 30, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 33.3 MBThe Cemetery Row ladies cover three different outlaws.
Athletes
May 16, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 36.1 MBTouchdown! Home run! This week the Cemetery Row girls cover athletes. Sheena covers wrestler/actor/evangelist Max Palmer and slain baseball star Dolly Stark. Lori covers Kentucky Derby winner Exterminator and jockey Isaac Murphy and Hannah covers cycling legend Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor.
Artists
May 02, 2022 16:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBOnly the Cemetery Row gals can bring murder and the occult into an episode about artists: Lori discusses artist (and murderer) Richard Dadd, Hannah covers occultist and artist Austin Spare and Sheena covers modernist jeweler Art Smith.
Medical Miracles
April 20, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 29.6 MBThis week’s episode is all about life-saving discoveries and amazing survival stories. Hannah covers Phineas Gage’s survival story, Lori discusses the discovery of insulin and Sheena covers the story of Christene and Nick Skubish.