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Lore of the South

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Where you'll find Southern lore, legends, odd histories, ghost stories, trivia and more.

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E40 Angel Glow of Shiloh

April 03, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 7.27 MB

In E40 we talk about the mysterious glow that settled over some of the fallen soldiers at the battle of Shiloh.  That seemingly saved the lives of hundreds of the wounded. Looking for some family fun in North FL?  Check out Break the Code escape rooms, arcade and GellyBall course. https://breakthecodelakecity.com/. Tell them you heard about them from Kelly at Lore of the South Citations  Civil War soldiers and the mystery of the glowing wounds: Tunnel Hill Heritage Center and Museum. Tunn...

E 39 Le Feu Follet-Fools Fire

March 20, 2022 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.26 MB

Don't let the Feu Follet draw you from your path.  Hear all about this phenomenon known as Le Feu Follet or the Will o' the Wisp in E39. Be sure to follow us on Instagram an Facebook for photos and other show info. T-shirt contest coming soon so be on the look out for that! Citations  Kinchen, C. (2021, May 4). The mystery of the louisiana feu follet. Pelican State of Mind. Retrieved March 18, 2022, from https://pelicanstateofmind.com/louisiana-love/mystery-louisiana-feu-follet/  10 thing...

E 39 Le Feu Follet-Fools Fire

March 20, 2022 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.26 MB

Don't let the Feu Follet draw you from your path.  Hear all about this phenomenon known as Le Feu Follet or the Will o' the Wisp in E39. Be sure to follow us on Instagram an Facebook for photos and other show info. T-shirt contest coming soon so be on the look out for that! Citations  Kinchen, C. (2021, May 4). The mystery of the louisiana feu follet. Pelican State of Mind. Retrieved March 18, 2022, from https://pelicanstateofmind.com/louisiana-love/mystery-louisiana-feu-follet/  10 thing...

E38 Queen Bess

March 06, 2022 21:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

In E38 we hear about young Delia Green and her sad end.  Then to wrap up Black History Month and move into Women's History Month, I tell the story of Queen Bess the very first Female, African American & Native American pilot. Look for us on social media for pics and show updates.  Info to come about a t-shirt contest so stick around for that.  If you want to get in touch and aren't a social media type you can email the show at [email protected] Special thank you to Enocha Edenfield...

E37 Fort Mose

February 20, 2022 20:00 - 12 minutes - 8.53 MB

Sorry for the delay folks!  Enjoy this first of two episodes dedicated to Black History Month. In E37 we explore the history of the first free black city in North America, Fort Mose. Please leave us a positive, five star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  If you would like to get in touch or are interested in purchasing a LotS T-shirt you can email the show at [email protected] Enslaved: Peoples of the historical slave trade. Enslaved Peoples of Historical Slave Trade. (1970, J...

E36 Come on Down to the Piggly Wiggly

January 23, 2022 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.03 MB

In E36 we lighten things up a bit, with the brief history of the grocery store.  Who knew they were a southern invention? We've got a limited run of Lore of the South screen printed Ts.  Sizes Sm-2x, priced at $25 and that should include shipping unless you're one of our three overseas listeners, then there might be a slight upcharge.  Photos of the T's are posted on our FB and Instagram accounts.  If interested send me an email at [email protected] Citations CBS Interactive. (2017,...

E36 Come on Down to the Piggly Wiggly

January 23, 2022 20:00 - 13 minutes - 9.03 MB

In E36 we lighten things up a bit, with the brief history of the grocery store.  Who knew they were a southern invention? We've got a limited run of Lore of the South screen printed Ts.  Sizes Sm-2x, priced at $25 and that should include shipping unless you're one of our three overseas listeners, then there might be a slight upcharge.  Photos of the T's are posted on our FB and Instagram accounts.  If interested send me an email at [email protected] Citations CBS Interactive. (2017,...

E35 Not so Sweet Lavinia Fisher

January 10, 2022 17:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

Was Lavinia the first female serial killer in the US, or just the head of a murdering gang of highwaymen?  I'll let y'all decide. In my recommendations I'm happily sharing all of Enocha Edenfield's social media accounts.  She's a journalist, historian, grave preservationist and now a tour guide.  She shares amazing stories about Savannah's history and has a knack for uncovering where the city's ghost stories truly come from.  TikTok -https://www.tiktok.com/@saltwavesspanishmoss Youtube-ht...

E34 Mystery of the Eilean Mor Lighthouse

December 26, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

Join for our last of out Straight Outta the South episodes for the month of December.  I've really enjoyed doing these and I hope you all have enjoyed listening.  In this episode we visit the Flannan Islands off the coast of Scotland and the lighthouse of the Eilean Mor.  I try my hand at a Scottish accent and it doesn't end well, so please excuse it!  If you haven't please leave us five stars and a review on Apple Podcast.  It also appears that Spotify has started allowing ratings, so giv...

E33 Ogres, Trolls and Gnomes Oh My!

December 24, 2021 21:00 - 12 minutes - 8.62 MB

Bonus Christmas special time!  Join us for listeners choice of Christmas Cryptids, in our LotS Straight Outta of the South for the month of December.  You'll meet a pair of Ogres, their giant pet cat, their Troll like sons and a Gnome. All of whom have a love for yuletide traditions. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays & Yule from Kelly and producer Mike C, B. (2014, December 18). Legends of the tomte. SKANDIUM. Retrieved December 15, 2021, from https://www.skandium.com/blogs/news/legends-of-t...

E32 A Very Haunting Holiday

December 12, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MB

Hey Y'all!  Happy Holidays!  LotS is bringing the spooky back to Christmas!  For centuries our ancestors would gather round and tell each other ghost stories during the longest and coldest nights of the year.  For the month of December that's what I aim to do as well.  E32 takes us straight outta the south y'all and across the pond to England.  I hope you all enjoy these Christmas ghost stories from the UK. citations  Budd, D. (n.d.). Home. BellaOnline. Retrieved December 8, 2021, from http...

E31 Native American Burials

December 01, 2021 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.17 MB

Wrapping up Native American Heritage Month a few days late.  Join us in learning about the Mississippi Mound Culture and Florida's Peat Burials. Special thanks to Dr Chris Esing for his help with my research and thanks to Joyce Feagle for suggesting the topic. Look for us on Facebook and Instagram I always post pics to go along with each episode.  If you'd like to get in touch you can email the show at [email protected] Citations Crystal River Archaeological State Park. Trail of Fl...

E31 Native American Burials

December 01, 2021 23:00 - 13 minutes - 9.17 MB

Wrapping up Native American Heritage Month a few days late.  Join us in learning about the Mississippi Mound Culture and Florida's Peat Burials. Special thanks to Dr Chris Esing for his help with my research and thanks to Joyce Feagle for suggesting the topic. Look for us on Facebook and Instagram I always post pics to go along with each episode.  If you'd like to get in touch you can email the show at [email protected] Citations Crystal River Archaeological State Park. Trail of Fl...

E30 The Singing River

November 14, 2021 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MB

Join us for a Native American legend in honor of Native American Heritage Month.  The Singing River by Kenny Roberts https://youtu.be/0W2Seb-p7Tw Citations Cox, D. (2014, March 17). Mississippi's Singing River - The Mysterious Song of the Pascagoula. Retrieved November 13, 2021, from http://southernhistory.blogspot.com/2014/03/mississippis-singing-river-mysterious.html.  Indian Tribes of Mississippi. Ms archaeology trails - special topics. (n.d.). Retrieved November 13, 2021, from http...

E30 The Singing River

November 14, 2021 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.49 MB

Join us for a Native American legend in honor of Native American Heritage Month.  The Singing River by Kenny Roberts https://youtu.be/0W2Seb-p7Tw Citations Cox, D. (2014, March 17). Mississippi's Singing River - The Mysterious Song of the Pascagoula. Retrieved November 13, 2021, from http://southernhistory.blogspot.com/2014/03/mississippis-singing-river-mysterious.html.  Indian Tribes of Mississippi. Ms archaeology trails - special topics. (n.d.). Retrieved November 13, 2021, from http...

E29 The Halloween Special

October 31, 2021 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.82 MB

Join us on Wright Square located the in Haunted Historic Downtown Savannah, GA for two ghost stories especially picked just for y'all. Citations The ghost of Alice Riley: The ghost story of Alice Riley. Ghost City Tours. (n.d.). Retrieved October 24, 2021, from https://ghostcitytours.com/savannah/ghost-stories/alice-riley/.  Harris, M. (2014, October 31). Murder & Lies: The ghost of Savannah's Wright Square. Savannah Morning News. Retrieved October 24, 2021, from https://www.savannahnow.c...

E28 The Bloody Benders

October 24, 2021 20:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Y'all picked it, I wrote it & Mike produced it!  Join us for the gruesome tale of the Bloody Benders America's first serial killer family.  Also shout out to Heather for the show suggestion. Look for the show on social media just search Lore of the South.  I always share pics to go along with each episode.  You can also email the show at [email protected] Citations  25 interesting facts about Kansas you did not know. Hoffman Home Inspections. (2018, November 14). Retrieved October 2...

E27 Swearing in a Ghost

October 10, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MB

Did a ghost truly solve her own murder?  Give E27 a listen and see what you think. Citations Anderson, B. (n.d.). Greenbrier Valley west virginia. Greenbrier Valley. Retrieved October 9, 2021, from https://greenbrierwv.com/editorials/the-greenbrier-ghost.  Anthony, D., & Reynolds, G. (n.d.). The Dollop E147 The Green Briar Ghost .  Fun Facts about West Virginia . Fun facts about West Virginia. (n.d.). Retrieved October 9, 2021, from https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Educational/Kids_Page/fun_f...

E26 999 Ghost and your Granny Might be One

September 26, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MB

In honor of the 30th anniversary of Halloween Horror Nights, I give you spooky happenings at  four of the major theme parks.   Please share your favorite episode with a friend and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast Be sure to follow us on FB and Instagram If you want to contact me please email the show at [email protected] Video of American Sings https://youtu.be/_6Kx5WM-I_M citations The doomed aviator haunting the Universal Studios Backlot. Creepy LA: The Los Angeles Hal...

E26 999 Ghost and your Granny Maybe One

September 26, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MB

In honor of the 30th anniversary of Halloween Horror Nights, I give you spooky happenings at  four of the major theme parks.   Please share your favorite episode with a friend and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast Be sure to follow us on FB and Instagram If you want to contact me please email the show at [email protected] Video of American Sings https://youtu.be/_6Kx5WM-I_M citations The doomed aviator haunting the Universal Studios Backlot. Creepy LA: The Los Angeles Hal...

E26 999 Ghost and your Granny Might be One

September 26, 2021 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MB

In honor of the 30th anniversary of Halloween Horror Nights, I give you spooky happenings at  four of the major theme parks.   Please share your favorite episode with a friend and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast Be sure to follow us on FB and Instagram If you want to contact me please email the show at [email protected] Video of American Sings https://youtu.be/_6Kx5WM-I_M citations The doomed aviator haunting the Universal Studios Backlot. Creepy LA: The Los Angeles Hal...

E25 Working Overtime

September 12, 2021 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.06 MB

A southern quickie devoted to haunted workplaces.  If you want to get in touch you can email the show at [email protected]  Thank you all for the 2,500 downloads!  Please rate and review the show and share us with your friends.  Talk to y'all later on Lore of the South! Shownotes Gina Belli Read more from Gina, Belli, G., Gina, R. more from, & Gina Belli Read more from Gina. (2019, October 16). Read these 6 Spooky stories the next time you're working late. PayScale. Retrieved Septem...

E24 The Spicewood Creek Monster

August 29, 2021 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Spicewood Creek Monster and the Marble Falls Bear King.  Were they only tall tells or were some dads and a yellow journalist really talking about a Texas Bigfoot?  Tell us what you think on our social media accounts just search for the show on Facebook and Instagram. Side-note:  This one is dedicated to the memory of my dad 6/18/1942 to 9/2/2001.  He was something else.  Love ya Dad! citations Clifton, D. (2018, October 4). Legend of the bear king of marble falls. 101 Highland Lakes. https...

E23 Mrs Ona "Oney" Judge Staines

August 15, 2021 22:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Welcome to the two episode weekend!  After this double release we should be back to our normal schedule of every other week.  Meet Oney Judge, the slave that was never caught.  Once owned by the Father & Mother of our country George and Martha Washington.  Thank y'all for listening!  look for us on social media and if you'd like to get in contact you can email the show at [email protected]. Please share your favorite episode with a friend and leave a 5 star review where you're able....

E22 The Great Storm of 1900

August 14, 2021 21:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

September 8, 1900 the day of the Great Storm.  The worst natural disaster to ever hit the US and our third edition in our six part hurricane season specials. This episode comes with a trigger warning.  This storm was a mass casualty event and some of the events that took place afterwards were equally horrific.  I mention in the podcast about the Hymn "Queen of the Waves" it can be heard during the telling about the lost orphanage. video links https://youtu.be/lhFgF4L97zE https://youtu.b...

E21Uncle Nearest Green

July 18, 2021 21:00 - 8 minutes - 5.73 MB

Meet the man that was nearly forgotten to time.  The man who trained a world famous whiskey maker, the man who is a legend in his own right, Uncle Nearest Green. Look for Lore of the South on FB and Instagram for pics that go along with each podcast & also for podcast updates.  Want to get in touch? email me at [email protected].  If you like our little podcast please leave us a 5 star review and share us with a friend.  Thanks for listening! citations About Nearest Green. Nearest G...

E20 The Gray Man

July 04, 2021 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Part two in our six part hurricane series.  The Gray Man of Pawley's Island, SC.  Happy Independence Day, while we're at it! Youtube video of the Gray Man's appearance ahead of Florence https://youtu.be/Nl7oZEuYb8M citations- The Haunted Battlefields of Savannah, Georgia. Ghost City Tours. (n.d.). https://ghostcitytours.com/savannah/haunted-places/bloody-battlefields/.  Overdeep , M., & Overdeep, M. (2018, September 13). WATCH: "The Gray Man," South Carolina Ghost Said to Warn Locals B...

E19 Bombs Away

June 20, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7 MB

Feb of 1958 the a Broken Arrow event occurred off the shores of Tybee Island, Ga and that's what we're talking about today on Lore of the South If you enjoy the podcast please leave us a written five star review, it would be greatly appreciated. Want to contact me or have a show idea you can email me at [email protected] or find the show on social media by searching our name. citations 1958 Tybee ISLAND mid-air collision. (2021, April 09). Retrieved June 02, 2021, from https://en.wik...

E18 Storm's A Brewin'

June 06, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.46 MB

Welcome to part one of a six part series!  Hurricane season 2021.  Each month you'll get the history or paranormal happenings of a hurricane, from June to November.  This episode delves into the history of storm predictions.    I mentioned a trip to Savannah, if y'all have any requests from that city please let me know.  I'd love to cover any requests. Gallegos Emily Gallegos is a travel-lover, E., Gallegos, E., & Gallegos, E. (2020, February 20). 13 old-fashioned ways to predict the weath...

E18 Storm's A Brewin'

June 06, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 7.46 MB

Welcome to part one of a six part series!  Hurricane season 2021.  Each month you'll get the history or paranormal happenings of a hurricane, from June to November.  This episode delves into the history of storm predictions.    I mentioned a trip to Savannah, if y'all have any requests from that city please let me know.  I'd love to cover any requests. Gallegos Emily Gallegos is a travel-lover, E., Gallegos, E., & Gallegos, E. (2020, February 20). 13 old-fashioned ways to predict the weath...

E17 It Came from Outer Space

May 23, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.25 MB

Hey Y'all!  Thanks for joining us for E17!  In this episode we discuss either the luckiest or unluckiest woman on the planet, Anne Hodges.  She might be the only person who ever survived this type of other worldly experience. As promised a video of the Chelyabinsk Meteor https://youtu.be/gRrdSwhQhY0 Betz, E. (2020, May 28). Seven times people were killed by meteorites. Retrieved May 01, 2021, from https://astronomy.com/news/2020/05/death-from-above-7-unlucky-tales-of-people-killed-by-meteo...

E17 It Came from Outer Space

May 23, 2021 02:00 - 9 minutes - 6.25 MB

Hey Y'all!  Thanks for joining us for E17!  In this episode we discuss either the luckiest or unluckiest woman on the planet, Anne Hodges.  She might be the only person who ever survived this type of other worldly experience. As promised a video of the Chelyabinsk Meteor https://youtu.be/gRrdSwhQhY0 Betz, E. (2020, May 28). Seven times people were killed by meteorites. Retrieved May 01, 2021, from https://astronomy.com/news/2020/05/death-from-above-7-unlucky-tales-of-people-killed-by-meteo...

E16 Skunk Ape

May 09, 2021 04:00 - 7 minutes - 5.06 MB

First off!  Happy Mother's Day!  I totally forgot to say so in the podcast!    It's been a hot minute since our last cryptid.  I was informed that we owed y'all one.  It's a southern - quickie, but I hope you all find it entertaining.  If you do, share your favorite episode with a friend. Remember we're back to our original format of every other week.  It seems like it's more double for us.  Looking forward to hearing from y'all on our social media account.  Search Lore of the South on Face...

E15 Very Superstitious

April 25, 2021 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MB

Today we examine why we have certain superstitions and where they come from. Have a story you'd like to share or a show idea email me at [email protected] Follow us on social media, just search Lore of the South Citations Castile, E. (2016, May 13). 10 weird southern SUPERSTITIONS to remember On Friday the 13th & Beyond. Retrieved April 24, 2021, from https://www.bustle.com/articles/160631-10-weird-southern-superstitions-to-remember-on-friday-the-13th-beyond Daily, F., Author Foun...

E15 Very Superstitious

April 25, 2021 04:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MB

Today we examine why we have certain superstitions and where they come from. Have a story you'd like to share or a show idea email me at [email protected] Follow us on social media, just search Lore of the South Citations Castile, E. (2016, May 13). 10 weird southern SUPERSTITIONS to remember On Friday the 13th & Beyond. Retrieved April 24, 2021, from https://www.bustle.com/articles/160631-10-weird-southern-superstitions-to-remember-on-friday-the-13th-beyond Daily, F., Author Foun...

E14 Pirate King Jean Laffite

April 12, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Join us for some pirate lore-  swashbuckling, heroic redemption and the downfall of the Pirate King Jean Laffite.  Supposed hero of the Battle for New Orleans. Look for photos to go along with this and each episode of Lore of the South.  Search for us on Facebook and Instagram. Please take a moment and leave us a five star written review on your favorite podcast platform.  It would be a huge help in growing the show. Jean Laffite. (n.d.). Retrieved April 12, 2021, from https://www.britann...

E14 Pirate King Jean Laffite

April 12, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Join us for some pirate lore-  swashbuckling, heroic redemption and the downfall of the Pirate King Jean Laffite.  Supposed hero of the Battle for New Orleans. Look for photos to go along with this and each episode of Lore of the South.  Search for us on Facebook and Instagram. Please take a moment and leave us a five star written review on your favorite podcast platform.  It would be a huge help in growing the show. Jean Laffite. (n.d.). Retrieved April 12, 2021, from https://www.britann...

E13 The Harvey Girls

March 28, 2021 04:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MB

In this Southern Quickie we venture West to learn about the Harvey Girls and how their service in the hospitality industry, helped to tame the Wild West.  Just in time for Women's History Month. Please leave us a five star review and share us with a friend.  Also be share to follow us on social media, I always post pics to go along with each episode. Citations  Clark, J. (2020, July 22). Who were the harvey girls - and why do they matter? Retrieved March 21, 2021, from https://www.xanterr...

E12 St Francis Inn

March 21, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MB

St Francis Inn AKA the Garcia/Dummett House.    In this episode we cover the old house's history and the most famous of her ghost stories.   As promised here are links for booking a stay at the St Francis Inn and one for The Odd Macabre-  https://stfrancisinn.com https://www.theoddmacabrecompany.com Next time we're in St Augustine, we'll definitely be booking an experience with The Odd Macabre, whether it's a paranormal investigation or one of their fun scavenger hunts. Citations    (Nove...

E12 St Francis Inn

March 21, 2021 04:00 - 13 minutes - 9.48 MB

St Francis Inn AKA the Garcia/Dummett House.    In this episode we cover the old house's history and the most famous of her ghost stories.   As promised here are links for booking a stay at the St Francis Inn and one for The Odd Macabre-  https://stfrancisinn.com https://www.theoddmacabrecompany.com Next time we're in St Augustine, we'll definitely be booking an experience with The Odd Macabre, whether it's a paranormal investigation or one of their fun scavenger hunts. Citations    (Nove...

E11 The Spirit of Mammoth Cave

March 07, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Mammoth Cave, y'all!  This place should be on everyones bucket list, one of the seven wonders of the world.  Listen as I recount its history of exploration, with a sprinkling of ghost stories.  Be sure to follow us on FB and instagram, just search Lore of the South.   Please leave us a five star and written review.  If you do, be sure to screen grab it send to [email protected] along with your address and I'll mail you a LotS fridge magnet or keychain. Youtube link with interview wi...

E11 The Spirit of Mammoth Cave

March 07, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Mammoth Cave, y'all!  This place should be on everyones bucket list, one of the seven wonders of the world.  Listen as I recount its history of exploration, with a sprinkling of ghost stories.  Be sure to follow us on FB and instagram, just search Lore of the South.   Please leave us a five star and written review.  If you do, be sure to screen grab it send to [email protected] along with your address and I'll mail you a LotS fridge magnet or keychain. Youtube link with interview wi...

E10 Cursed Places and things

February 28, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.77 MB

Welcome to the 10th episode!  A Southern Quickie, about cursed places and things.  Had to make this one a quickie as our main editing computer went on the fritz and is in the shop.   If you would be so kind as to leave us a five star and written review, I'd love to read your it aloud on a future episode!  Plus is you're amongst the first ten to do so and email me a screen grab of said review and your address to [email protected] I'll mail you a Lore of the South fridge magnet. TV, N...

E9 Fort Worth Stockyards

February 21, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.33 MB

Welcome to Cowtown!  In this episode we're talking about the history of the Fort Worth Stockyards and some of her ghosts.  Special thanks to listener and old high school buddy David Leslie, for supplying the voice of the auctioneer! First ten listeners to leave a written 5 star review, email me a screen grab and your address to [email protected] and I'll mail you a Lore of the South magnet and read your review on a future podcast. Trigger warning for y'all, I mention child prostitut...

E8 Dead President Roadshow

February 14, 2021 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.73 MB

Join us for a Southern Quickie President's Day Special.  Today's show will take you on a dead presidential roadshow.  Hear about three southern president's ghost stories. First ten listeners to send me a screen grab of their written 5 star review will receive a Lore of the South Magnet!  Send your screen grab and address to [email protected].  I'll also read your review out on a future episode. Citations 45 odd facts About U.S. Presidents. (2013, March 27). Retrieved February 03, ...

E7 Hero Robert Smalls

February 07, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

Join us in celebrating Black History Month, where we retell the legendary tale of Robert Smalls a true American hero of the Civil War. Robert Smalls, from Escaped Slave to House of Representatives. (2013, November 06). Retrieved January 20, 2021, from https://www.pbs.org/wnet/african-americans-many-rivers-to-cross/history/which-slave-sailed-himself-to-freedom/ Robert Smalls. (2021, January 19). Retrieved January 20, 2021, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Smalls Did you know that ...

E6 Louisiana's Rougarou

January 24, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.38 MB

Listener's choice this week!  Y'all chose the state and I chose the topic.  Enjoy the old tale of the Rougarou!  We want to hear y'alls stories! Please email the show at [email protected]  If you don't feel comfortable typing out your story,  feel free to record it on your phone and email me the audio file. Support the Show.

E5 Fort Frederica & Christ Church

January 10, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MB

Brief history of Fort Frederica and the odd and haunting history Of Christ Church.  If you have a story you'd like to have shared on the show please email me at [email protected] IV, Lewis Powell. “‘There's a Light’-Christ Church, Frederica.” Southern Spirit Guide, 24 Dec. 2018, www.southernspiritguide.org/theres-a-light-christ-church-frederica/.  Cox, Dale. Christ Church and Cemetery - St. Simons Island, Georgia, www.exploresouthernhistory.com/christchurch.html.  Fort Frederica Na...

E5 Fort Frederica & Christ Church

January 10, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MB

Brief history of Fort Frederica and the odd and haunting history Of Christ Church.  If you have a story you'd like to have shared on the show please email me at [email protected] IV, Lewis Powell. “‘There's a Light’-Christ Church, Frederica.” Southern Spirit Guide, 24 Dec. 2018, www.southernspiritguide.org/theres-a-light-christ-church-frederica/.  Cox, Dale. Christ Church and Cemetery - St. Simons Island, Georgia, www.exploresouthernhistory.com/christchurch.html.  Fort Frederica Na...

E4 Southern New Year Traditions

December 31, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.02 MB

Southern New Years traditions and superstitions. Rattray, Diana. Good Luck Foods and What NOT to Eat on New Year's Day. www.thespruceeats.com/southern-new-years-day-dinner-3057537. Burchard, Jeremy. “6 Uniquely Southern New Year's Traditions.” Wide Open Country, 23 Dec. 2019, www.wideopencountry.com/the-strange-new-years-traditions-of-the-south/.  Support the Show.