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Mountain Mysteries: Tales from Appalachia

224 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 21 hours ago - ★★★★ - 97 ratings

Welcome to Mountain Mysteries: Tales from Appalachia, a true crime podcast hosted by Holly and Hailey. Join us each week as we dive into murders, missing persons cases, and other spooky and paranormal happenings in the mountains of Appalachia.

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Episodes

Tonetta Carlisle

March 28, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

In 1989 Tonetta Carlisle disappeared from her home in Chattanooga Tennessee and has never been seen again. A suspect has been presented but there are no solid answers.  Her mother is still holding out hope that answers will come.  Support the show

Execution Gone Wrong

March 21, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

This week, we dive into the case of Doyle Hamm, a convicted killer who was sentenced to death.  Doyle is one of the few people in US history who survived his own execution.   Support the show

Who Killed Justin?

March 14, 2024 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

When a young child is found dead on his parents' property, police question if those closest to the child may have been responsible.  After years of questions without answers, DNA evidence would point them right to a cold-blooded killer.  Support the show

Poplar Hill Haunting

March 07, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

This week, we travel to Hillsborough, NC and experience the haunted history of the Poplar Hill Mansion.  The home has a plethora of deaths  which have led to some terrifying hauntings! Renters of the home have run screaming!  Support the show

Death Row Granny

February 29, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

Velma had a normal life... marriage, kids, a home.  Her life seemed normal, that was until she started her murder spree.  Velma's crimes made her infamous, largely because she was one of the only grandmothers sitting on death row.  Join us this week as we learn more about this 'death row granny'! Support the show

The Short Family Homicide Part 2

February 22, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

This week we follow up with the investigation into the murders of Mr. and Mrs. Short along with the abduction of their daughter Jennifer.  Where is Jennifer?  Who took her and what was the motive?  Learn more as we conclude with part two.  Support the show

The Short Family Homicide Part 1

February 15, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Join us this week as we dive into the Short Family Homicide.  When both parents are killed and their daughter goes missing the town rallies together to search for her.  Who killed the Short parents, and where is Jennifer?  Support the show

The Colonial Parkway Murders

February 08, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

This week we are traveling to Virginia to discuss the Colonial Parkway Murders that occured between 1986-1989.  In recent years, it is believed that several other homicides may be tied to the same killer.  Support the show

The Ruthless Murder of Pearl Bryan

February 01, 2024 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Pearl Bryan had it all...wealth, beauty, charm and social status. The one thing she didn't have was true love. When she finally found the man of her dreams, he turned out to be evil incarnate. Join us as we travel to Kentucky and reveal more about this unspeakable crime.  Support the show

Letchworth Village

January 25, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Join us this week as we travel to New York to discuss the Letchworth Village.  This village was designed to be the new future for the care of those with mental illness.  However, overcrowding and abuse infiltrated the village.  We dive into the history and some of the horrific tales from the village.   Support the show

The Winecoff Hotel

January 18, 2024 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

Join us this week as we discuss the tragedy of the Winecoff Hotel.  This incident would prove to be the most deadly hotel fire in American History.  We discuss the history, the event, and some spooky guests who never checked out.  Support the show

The Ghost of Nell Cropsey

January 11, 2024 21:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

A young woman is found dead in Elizabeth City, NC.  Was it her suitor or another man? Legend says her ghost haunts the home where she was last seen. Support the show

Flat Rock Church

January 04, 2024 05:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

This week we travel to Flat Rock, NC to visit the Flat Rock Church. This church has its own spooky history and a few ghostly visitors to discuss.  Support the show

Serial Killer Henry Gaskins

December 28, 2023 16:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

This week we dive into the case of Henry "PeeWee" Gaskins.  This guy liked to talk and confess to things, but was any of it accurate?   Support the show

The Murders at Richards Mansion

December 21, 2023 05:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

When two Tennessee sisters and a young man are killed, the case is quickly closed, which leaves everyone scratching their heads.  Years later, will new evidence lead to answers?  Join us this week for a puzzling case!  Support the show

The Tragic Case of Katie Autry

December 14, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

When a fire alarm awakens students living in the Poland Hall Dormitory, most think it's a drill.  To everyone's horror there has been a fire, but so much more.  A young girl has been brutalized and is clinging to life.  Join us this week as we discuss the story of Katie Autry.  Support the show

The Church Hill Tunnel

December 07, 2023 23:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

A day late, but there's a great story headed your way tonight!  This one features a semi-collapsed tunnel underneath a prominent Richmond community.  It's not just any tunnel... some say, it's haunted! Support the show

The Hollywood Cemetery

November 30, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB

This week we travel to Virginia to the Hollywood Cemetery.  We dive into its history and some local haunts! Support the show

Rapid Fire Questions with Holly and Hailey

November 23, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MB

Happy Thanksgiving!  While we spend time with our families enjoy this fun episode where we ask each other some rapid fire questions and find out how much we truly know each other.  We will see you next week for another haunted tale! Support the show

Appalachian Thanksgiving Traditions- Bonus Episode

November 21, 2023 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Surprise! Since we posted late last week we have a surprise episode for you!  We talk about Appalachian Thanksgiving traditions.  How many of these do you do?  Support the show

Madalina Cojocari

November 16, 2023 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

This week we are in Cornelius North Carolina discussing the missing person case of Madalina Cojocari, a 12 year old girl.   There are many theories out there but the most important thing is finding her.   Support the show

Heath High Shooting

November 09, 2023 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

They didn't know when they woke up that something as common place as going to school would turn into a fight for their lives.  Join us this week as we discuss the Heath High School Shooting from 1997.  Support the show

The Salem Witch Trials

November 02, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

This week we bring you a spooky historical tale.  The Salem Witch Trials both fascinate and horrify us!  Enjoy this story, perfect for spooky season!  Support the show

Who Killed Betty?

October 26, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

This week we travel to Kentucky to discuss the case of Betty Gail Brown.  She was found in her car on Oct. 27 1961.  Who killed her 62 years ago?  Support the show

Annabelle the Doll

October 19, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

This week we tell the spooky tale of Annabelle the Doll.  Her haunted history may be too much to believe.  Let us know what you think!  Support the show

The Haunted North Bend Trail

October 12, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

Join us this week as we travel to West Virginia to the North Bend Trail.  Its a beautiful location with great hiking, scenic views and maybe a few ghostly friends.   Sources: https://wvstateparks.com/park/north-bend-rail-trail/ https://nuttyhiker.com/haunted-brandy-gap-tunnel-west-virginia/ https://www.appalachianhistory.net/2020/10/haunted-tunnels-the-silver-run-ghost-and-the-lost-tunnel.html Support the show

The Disappearance of Asha Degree

October 05, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MB

Join us this week as we head to Cleveland County NC.  Asha Degree was a beautiful young girl with her whole life ahead of her.  Asha disappeared from her home and was last spotted on the side of the highway.  Her family has not given up hope on finding Asha and neither should we.   Support the show

The Chili Scandal

September 28, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

The fall sickness is in the air.  This week we pulled from the vault of patreon to make sure you had an episode to enjoy!   Patreon folks, we will make it up to you we promise! This week we dive into a famous lawsuit; the Wendy’s Chili scandal!  Support the show

Forest Park Cemetery

September 14, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

This week we travel to Brunswick New York.  This cemetery has a crazy history and  has had some unfortunate occurrences.  Oh yeah, there are also some ghosts.  Sources:  https://exemplore.com/paranormal/A-Doorway-to-Hell-Forest-Park-Cemetery Support the show

Appalachian Omens

September 07, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Join us this week as we dive into some of the omens that surround Appalachian culture.  How many of these have you heard of?  Support the show

The Allenstown Four

August 31, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

This week we travel north to New Hampshire.  We look into the case of the Allenstown Four.  Four bodies found in barrels.  Why were they killed?  Who were they?  Listen to find out. Source:  https://allthatsinteresting.com/terry-rasmussen By Neil Patmore Support the show

A Charlotte Murder

August 24, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

This week we travel to Charlotte NC for a dramatic case that takes us from Virginia to NC.  Who killed an elderly couple in their home in the middle of the night?  Did one individual act alone or did he have help?  Support the show

How Many More?

August 17, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Join us this week as we discuss William Dean Wickline Jr., a serial killer who took the lives of at least three people.  But, are there more out there?  Let us know your thoughts. Support the show

Lost on the Trail

August 10, 2023 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Join us this week as we share another story from the Appalachian Trail.  What would you do if you stepped off the trail and were suddenly lost in the vast of the Appalachian wilderness?   Support the show

Only My Dead Friends

August 08, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Hey y'all!  Its Tuesday!  Surprise, Surprise! We just had to bring you this story from Kentucky that had us scratching our heads at the headline.   Support the show

The Biltmore Estate

August 03, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

This week we are in Asheville, NC at Americas Largest Home, The Biltmore Estate.  We dive into the history of the estate, which is fascinating in itself, and discuss some of the ghostly residents that are still on the property.   Support the show

A Knoxville Murder for Hire

July 27, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

This week we are back in Knoxville TN!  This crazy plot happened only a few months ago and we are here to tell you all about it.  What happens when a jealous friend finds hires a killer?  Listen to find out!  Support the show

The Haunting of the Tipton-Haynes House

July 20, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

This week we travel to Johnson City, TN to explore the Tipton-Haynes House.  This historic site has seen its fair share of sketchy history and the ghosts have a few things to say about it.   Support the show

The Mysterious Blood Rains

July 13, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

This week Holly takes us into the science of Blood Rain.  While this phenomena happens in many places throughout the world, North Carolina has seen its fair share!  Is it really blood, or something else?  Tune in to find out!  Support the show

The Knoxville Frankenstein

July 06, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB

This week we head back to the tried and true Knoxville, TN!  We travel back in time again this week to discuss the case of the Knoxville Frankenstein.  Is this tale just legend or is there some truth to it?   Let us know what you think! Support the show

The Tragic Love of Alice and Freida

June 29, 2023 04:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

Join us this week as we take a trip to the past and discuss a love that ends in tragedy.  When these two lovers are separated one will go to extreme lengths to keep the over...forever. Support the show

Holly and Hailey Q&Aa

June 22, 2023 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

With summer vacation in full swing we have pulled an episode out of the Patreon vault for you guys on our main channel!  Get to know us a little bit better and don't worry, we will be back with regular content next week!  Support the show

The Murders of Smuttynose Island

June 15, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

This week we travel to Maine!  A small fishing community is rocked when a horrific murder happens on the secluded Smuttynose Island.  A tragic tale made even worse by who did it.    Support the show

Eastern State Hospital

June 08, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Join us this week as we travel to Hailey's favorite place.... Colonial Williamsburg!!! We discuss the first psychiatric hospital in the country.  This place has a wild history from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War to present time.   Support the show

The Barter Theatre

June 01, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

This week we travel to Virginia to the historic Barter Theatre.  This theatre has a fascinating history and we learn how the theatre got its name.  We also discuss some ghostly patrons that are still in attendance.  Support the show

America's Most Haunted Lake

May 25, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

This week we travel to Georgia to visit Lake Lanier, better known as the most haunted lake in the US.This lake has a crazy history.  We dive into some of the tragedies and also the tragic, racist history of this lake.  Support the show

The Trinity Murders

May 18, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

A stop to ask for directions ends in tragedy.  This horrifying double murder rocks a small town and leaves us with so many questions.  Two young lives taken in the most brutal way.   Support the show

Little Girl Gone

May 11, 2023 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MB

Join us this week as we discuss the unsolved murder of Brittany Locklear.  "Little Brittany", as her schoolmates and teachers called her, was full of life and had dreams of being a pilot when she grew up.  Tragically her life was cut short and her murder has yet to face justice.  Support the show

Craggy Prison

May 04, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB

Join us this week as we explore the old Craggy Prison in Asheville, NC.  We have a great time discussing the possibilities of what could happen with this fantastic old building!  Support the show

The Rocky Top Murders

April 27, 2023 04:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

This week we are headed to Gatlinburg Tennessee.  The brutal murder of two employees at the Rocky Top Inn leads to an intense investigation and an even more interesting trial. Support the show