History Goes Bump: Ghost Tours For The Mind
693 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsPodcast dedicated to the side of history that goes bump in the night. Every episode's content features community time that includes listener mail and experiences, a “Moment In Oddity” and “History Of The Day” segments and then interviews and discussions about a historic location, event or person and the hauntings associated with the subject of the particular show. The tagline for the show is “Ghost tours for the theater of the mind” and our goal is to entertain you while creeping you out just a bit.
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Ep. 74 - Gettysburg
October 09, 2015 09:16 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThe Battle of Gettysburg is perhaps the most famous battle of the Civil War. President Abraham Lincoln even gave one of his most enduring speeches from Gettysburg and named it the Gettysburg Address. Nearly every American knows the first line, which reads, "Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal." Many men died during that battle and it was truly the turnin...
Haunted True Crime Teaser - The Black Dahlia
October 08, 2015 11:43 - 2 minutes - 2.28 MBThe History Goes Bump Podcast offers an exclusive podcast named Haunted True Crime. Our most recent episode features the case of the Black Dahlia and the hauntings associated with that murder. This is a teaser to give listeners a taste of the content we share with supporters of our show at the $5 or above level each month. For the price of a fancy cup of coffee, you can get several BonusCasts each month in addition to the roughly two a week regular episodes we pump out. We do all this becaus...
Ep. 73 - Bran Castle
October 05, 2015 11:59 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBBran Castle is more famously known as Dracula Castle. Originally, the Teutonic Knights claimed this spot and had a wooden fortress on the site in the 1200s, but eventually a new castle would be built and it possibly might have been a place where Vlad the Impaler passed through. Queen Maria would take possession in the 1920s and turn the fortress into a fairytale castle. Bram Stoker chose this location as the setting for part of his novel "Dracula." Stoker never visited the castle and thus hi...
HGB First Anniversary Special
September 30, 2015 22:24 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBWe are a year old! What started as a fun side endeavour into the world of podcasting has become a community and so much more than we ever imagined. We thank each and every one of our listeners for their support and for listening. Here's to a great year and an even better year to come! In this special, we introduce everyone to our HGB Research Crew - they share a little about themselves and their paranormal experiences along with answers to some "tough" questions we asked them - and we end th...
Ep. 72 - The Life and Afterlife of Bruce Lee
September 28, 2015 00:33 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBJust the mere mention of the name Bruce Lee conjures visions of martial arts fighting and movies. Bruce Lee fought discrimination to become the most famous American of Asian descent. He is considered the most influencial martial artist of all time. Fame was elusive and once found, it perhaps was not what Bruce Lee had dreamed it would be. His candle did not burn long as he died at the young age of 32. Some say it was a curse that took his life. A curse that carried over and took the life of ...
Ep. 71 - The Flamingo & Bally's Casinos
September 24, 2015 08:56 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBLas Vegas has always been considered "Sin City" because of the permissiveness of what most people consider to be sin like gambling, sex, drinking, prostitution and much more. Las Vegas was a warm retreat for gangsters at one time and some of those gangsters helped Vegas to become the city it is today. People driving towards Las Vegas witness the glow on the horizon from all the neon lights that sparks the imagination. What child hasn't sat stunned in the car watching all the blinking lights?...
Ep. 70 - Haunted Tombstone
September 21, 2015 10:21 - 49 minutes - 45 MBWe are joined on today's episode by author and medium Janice Carlson to discuss her experiences in Tombstone, Arizona. Tombstone calls itself "The West's Most Famous Town" and it probably is just that. Come with us as we explore the history and hauntings of Tombstone! The Moment in Oddity features the Backward Imposter Body and This Day in History features the publications of the Hobbit. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: http://historygoesb...
Ep. 69 - Landers Theater
September 17, 2015 09:16 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBWhat is it about theaters that causes them to so often have tales of haunting experiences? Is it the emotions that are displayed on the stage and evoked in the audience? Are they just more prone to accidents and death? Landers Theater in Springfield, Missouri is one such theater. This theater has stood for decades and seen much history. Famous performers took to the stage, including Lillian Russell and Lon Chaney. When motion pictures became the thing, the theater adapted. But there is more ...
Ep. 68 - Maitland Gaol
September 14, 2015 11:34 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBMaitland 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 a...
Ep. 67 - Raynham Hall
September 10, 2015 11:14 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBRaynham 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...
Ep. 66 - Ohio State Reformatory
September 07, 2015 10:42 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBSometimes 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...
Ep. 65 - The Legend of the Rougarou
September 03, 2015 09:21 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBDeep 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 tal...
Ep. 64 - Pittsburgh's Federal Courthouse
August 31, 2015 02:04 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBPittsburgh 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 his...
HGB BonusCast 7 - The Story of the Bye Bye Man
August 26, 2015 11:18 - 8 minutes - 7.38 MBThis 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 ...
Ep. 63 - The Life and Afterlife of Elvis Presley
August 24, 2015 01:41 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBBeing 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 sighting...
Positively Scary Arachnid - or - PSA
August 21, 2015 11:12 - 7 minutes - 6.98 MBWe've added a new level to our sponsorship rewards! Hear all about the details regarding becoming an Executive Producer of the podcast (yes, you can put that on your resume!) and gaining access to our new Haunted True Crime BonusCast. The first one is already available at Patreon! If you have the means, please consider donating at least $1 a month - that's cheaper than a cup of coffee! Not that I'm saying we're cheap...okay, so we might be...
Ep. 62 - Moses Cone Manor
August 17, 2015 09:56 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBMoses 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...
Ep. 61 - Salem Witch Trials
August 10, 2015 10:14 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBSome 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 lead...
Ep. 60 - Danvers State Hospital
August 03, 2015 17:21 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBDanvers 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 necessar...
Ep. 59 - Haunted Plymouth, Massachusetts
July 29, 2015 04:28 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBThe 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 histor...
HGB BonusCast 6
July 27, 2015 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBOn 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!
Ep. 58 - The Baker Hotel
July 24, 2015 02:41 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBMineral 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 featu...
Ep. 57 - Queen's Park
July 19, 2015 11:14 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBQueen'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 ghos...
Ep. 56 - The Myrtles Plantation
July 14, 2015 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBOn 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 importan...
Ep. 55 - The Old Charleston Jail
July 09, 2015 09:35 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThe 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 a...
Ep. 54 - The Buxton Inn
July 04, 2015 16:26 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe 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 ha...
Ep. 53 - Alcatraz
June 29, 2015 11:14 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBAbout 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...
Ep. 52 - The Cecil Hotel
June 24, 2015 08:57 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBThe 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 ...
Ep. 51 - Monte Cristo Homestead
June 19, 2015 09:26 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBIt'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 Co...
HGB BonusCast 5
June 16, 2015 21:54 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this fifth BonusCast from History Goes Bump, you will hear a bit about the phenomenon that is the podcast Lore, which is currently taking iTunes by storm, and you will also hear a clip from Diane's co-hosting adventure on The 9th Story Podcast - you know the clip where the haunted music box makes an appearance or rather doesn't, but Diane and Dan are freaked, so something happened! Also, there are some more outtakes from the show, particularly featuring Denise's non-existent giggling - uh...
Ep. 50 - The Legend of the Devil's Footprints
June 14, 2015 10:09 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBWe love covering urban legends and we have another one for this episode. Urban legends can be as recent as the Charlie, Charlie Game that went viral on the internet a couple of weeks ago or they can reach back into the past. The legend surrounding the Devil's Footprints dates back to 1855. The Devil's Footprints is an unexplained mystery that is one of the strangest stories we have ever heard. The only theory that has really survived the test of time is that the Devil paid a visit to Devon, ...
Ep. 49 - Pocatello High School
June 09, 2015 10:30 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBPocatello High School in Idaho is a beautiful historic school that has made the top ten on a very unique list. Pocatello is one of the top ten scariest high schools in America! There is more to this revelation than just whispered rumors among students in the hallways. Closed circuit TV has picked up strange anomalies. One would think a school in Idaho would not be a place where multiple deaths have occurred, but Pocatello is different. One of the deaths was even part of a twisted suicide pac...
Ep. 48 - Waardenburg Castle
June 04, 2015 09:03 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWaardenburg Castle sits in the woods of Waardenburg Village in the Netherlands. The castle has survived for centuries, enduring wars including World War II, pillaging, passing through the hands of many families and severe demolition. The castle is both magnificent and creepy at the same time. The odd shape of the castle and its unique turrets add to the mystique. The long history of the castle includes some tragic and horrific events. Bodies have been found buried in the cellar, ghosts haunt...
Ep. 47 - Gunter Hotel
May 30, 2015 06:45 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBThe Gunter Hotel is a historic hotel owned by Sheraton that is located in beautiful San Antonio, Texas. The hotel provides high end accommodations and amenities that include an old time barber shop. There is more than meets the eye at the Gunter Hotel though. A long history that includes a horrific murder mystery has led many to believe that the hotel is haunted. And based on people's experiences, this hotel very well could be host to at least one restless spirit. The Moment in Oddity featur...
HGB Road Trip 2015 - Nashville
May 25, 2015 11:58 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBHistory Goes Bump is roadtripping and this is the final episode from the road! Diane and Denise visited Music City, better known as Nashville and took in some of the historic buildings and a ghost tour with Nashville Ghost Tours. On this show, they share a brief history and then the hauntings that take place at some of the historic buildings including the state capitol!
HGB Road Trip 2015 - St. Charles
May 23, 2015 20:30 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBHistory Goes Bump is road tripping and stopped over in St. Charles, Missouri. This beautiful historic downtown area is a treasure of history and hauntings! Lewis and Clark left on their historic expedition from this area. Michael Henry was the tour guide for our ghost tour and he shared a wealth of knowledge. In this podcast from the road, we share a brief history of the town and some of the hauntings going on there!
HGB Road Trip 2015 - Haunted Farmland
May 23, 2015 00:36 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBHistory Goes Bump spent a few days in the middle of Iowa farmland, hanging out with family. Our location just happened to be a spot where some unexplained experiences have occurred. Denise and Diane are joined by special guest hosts, Jordan, our eleven year old niece, Jacob, our five year old nephew, and Christy, Diane'sister. We also share the story about a haunted farm in Indiana and the legend of the Bell Witch from Tennessee.
HGB Road Trip 2015 - Chicago
May 20, 2015 02:18 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBHistory Goes Bump is in Chicago. Denise and Diane share a brief history of the city and several of the haunted locations in the city. Highlights include Resurrection Cemetery, the site of the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, the Hull House, the Water Tower and thr Murder Castle.
HGB Road Trip 2015, Day 2 - Louisville
May 17, 2015 15:19 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBDenise and Diane have traveled to Louisville, Kentucky on Day 2 of the History Goes Bump Road Trip 2015. They share a brief history of the city and the hauntings that have been a part of the city for decades, including those at Waverley Hills Sanatorium!
HGB Road Trip 2015 - Chattanooga
May 17, 2015 00:22 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBDenise and Diane have hit the road and they are taking listeners with them! Here is Day 1 of Road Trip 2015 with their first stop in Chattanooga! Listen as they travel from Chattanooga to Louisville, Kentucky and share a brief history of Chattanooga and the hauntings of this city that they learned about on the Chattanooga Ghost Tour with Kevin.
Ep. 46 - Norwich State Hospital
May 14, 2015 11:20 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBNorwich State Hospital in Connecticut served as a home and place of treatment for the mentally ill for a hundred years. As is the case with many old insane asylums, treatment methods were arcane and in some cases torturous. Mental illness was not understood and people were mistreated years ago. Places that harbor pain and suffering seem to capture the energy for all eternity and that energy tends to lead to supernatural activity. Is it because spirits become trapped? Are evil beings attracte...
Ep. 45 - The History and Haunting of Dolls
May 09, 2015 07:01 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBDolls are one of the oldest and original toys. Dolls have been used for more than just play though. Sometimes they are used in religious rites, for magic or education. The main characteristic of dolls is the fact that they are made to resemble human beings. Could some dolls carry more than just a resemblance to humans? Could some of them contain a soul or spirit? Join us as we explore a brief history of dolls and then share the tales of many dolls that seem to do more than just sit idly ...
Ep. 44 - Haunted Disneyland
May 04, 2015 10:15 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBThe Haunted Mansion at California's Disneyland Resort is one of the park's more famous and beloved attractions. What if that mansion were really haunted? Could it be? And what of the rest of the park? Could a park that was the heart and soul of Walt Disney go on without his spirit somehow sticking around? Disneyland was inspired by a dream to build a place where all the members of a family could have fun and this "Happiest Place on Earth" has been fulfilling that dream for sixty years. Come ...
Ep. 43 - Valley of the Kings
April 29, 2015 09:15 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBEgypt is a land of ancient treasures and wonders. Pharaohs were honored in death with immense public monuments that we know as pyramids. The Old Kingdom of Egypt built monuments in Giza and the Nile Delta. The New Kingdom pharaohs of Egypt wanted to be buried closer to their dynastic roots and they had their crypts built in the hills of Luxor. This area became known as the Valley of the Kings. The Valley of the Kings would end up housing the remains of at least sixty Egyptian nobles. Pharaoh...
Ep. 42 - Leap Castle
April 24, 2015 22:59 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBLeap Castle in Ireland had it's beginnings in blood and death and is one of the longest continually inhabited castles in the world. Gothic windows and ivy covered towers give the castle a truly stereotypical look. The history contained within the castles walls is fascinating and covers centuries of war and fires. The best way to describe the history is as a murder soap opera. In more recent times, it has been under extensive restoration. Castles and rich histories go hand in hand with haunti...
Ep. 41 - Tranquille Sanatorium
April 19, 2015 10:55 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBOn the outskirts of Kamloop, British Columbia lies what remains of a once thriving self-sufficient city for the sick. Tranquille Sanatorium is a complex made up of over forty buildings that once housed the sick and later the handicapped. The grounds were beautiful and tranquil and today attempts are being made to revitalize the location. But not all is tranquil at the Sanatorium. Spirits continue to knock about the place. The years of loneliness and sadness seem to have been absorbed into th...
Ep. 40 - Australia's Port Arthur
April 14, 2015 09:12 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBToday's episode features a special guest co-host! Seventeen year old Welsh/Australian Freya joins us to help share the history and hauntings, including her own experience! Port Arthur is part of a World Heritage site Tfeaturing former Australian jail sites and it is an open air museum. Australia has a harsh history since it was established as a place for Britain to send her convicts. Many of the prisoners from Ireland's Kilmainham Gaol were sent to Australia. Port Arthur's prison became the ...
Ep. 39 - Hotel Jerome
April 09, 2015 09:21 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBHotel Jerome is located in the heart of the city of Aspen in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. The luxury hotel provides high end amenities in a truly historic building. Hotel Jerome was built by a man who wanted it to be a model of excellence for years to come. And it has been that, but it also has been something else. The Hotel Jerome is apparently so luxurious that some guests never want to leave, forever. The Hotel Jerome is haunted. Moment in Oddity features the drunk zookeeper and the c...
Ep. 38 - The Lemp Mansion
April 04, 2015 18:09 - 33 minutes - 31 MBThe Lemp family and lager beer go hand in hand. What started out as a grocery business grew into a beer empire in St. Louis, Missouri that brought success and wealth to the Lemp family. But the history of the Lemp family is far from happy. Their story is one of sadness and tragedy. And that tragedy has led to rumors of hauntings at their home, the Lemp Mansion, in St. Louis. The Moment in Oddity features a tragic coincidence for brother and This Day in History features Martin Luther King Jr....
HGB BonusCast 4 - Outtakes
March 31, 2015 13:19 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MBAs a special thank you to our listeners, here is BonusCast 4 featuring some outtakes from the show. We're not sure you'll think of it as much of a gift, but we pull back the curtain to reveal we aren't perfect...shocking we know! Enjoy!