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Stones, Bones & Shadows

89 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

STONES, BONES & SHADOWS explores fascinating cemeteries and burials around the world. Hear about monuments, statues, catacombs and crypts, and of course, the inspiring stories of the people who are buried there! AND let's not forget the eerie tales that surround them.
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Episodes

Ep. 72 Just A Good 'Ole Boy

February 13, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

This week we are talking about a famous country musician with an outlaw flare.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 71 Interview with a Taphophile: Wiltwyck Cemetery

January 23, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

This week we are headed to New York to talk about Wiltwyck Cemetery.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep. 70 Luss Kirkyard

December 12, 2022 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

This week we are travelling to Scotland where we encounter Luss Kirkyard.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/luss-kirkyard --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 69 Interview with a Taphophile: Epoch Preservation

November 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

After a long break we are back! And starting off this week, we are bringing you an Interview with a Taphophile!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 68 Hunting Ghosts in Jerome (Re-release)

October 24, 2022 17:33 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

Happy Spooktacular! Enjoy this blast from the past! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 67 Sorrel Weed House

October 17, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

We are continuing our Spooktacular this week, and we're headed to Savannah, Georgia to the Sorrel Weed House.  For a full list of sources go to, www.stonesbonesandshadowpodcast.com/post/sorrel-weed-house --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 66 Interview with a Taphophile: Chris Woodyard

October 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

Happy Spootakular taphophiles! This week we are bringing you an interview with Chris Woodyard, the other of the Victorian Book of the Dead. Chris has so many great stories and we are grateful that she decided to be on the podcast with us this week! Also, we will be doing a give away of a signed copy of Chris' book on Instagram so make sure you give us a follow in order to see what to do to win! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/mes...

Ep 65 The Cave of the Stone Sepulcher

October 03, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

We are starting our Spooktacular off this week with a trip to Belize. We'll take you through a cave to a place where the Mayans did human sacrifices.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/the-chrystal-maiden --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 64 Louis L'Amour: Passin' Through

September 26, 2022 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MB

This week we learn all about a famous Western Novelist, Louis L'Amour and all about his wild adventures.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 63 Cemetery by they Sea

September 19, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

This week we are headed to San Juan, Puerto Rico. Join us as we talk about some of the famous people that are buried there.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

EP 62 Sedona's Story

September 12, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

This week we are headed to Sedona, Arizona to learn the history behind the woman the town was named after. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/sedona's-story --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 60 Interview: Mindful.Mortician

August 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

This week we have another interview, but this time it's with a mortician who is just beginning their journey through the death care industry. For more information, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/interview-mindful.mortician --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 61 Interview: Mindful.Mortician

August 29, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

This week we have another interview, but this time it's with a mortician who is just beginning their journey through the death care industry. For more information, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/interview-mindful.mortician --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 60 Natchez

August 22, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

This week we are headed to Natchez, where we are going to take you on a little tour of the cemetery there. Join us for all of the weird and tragic stories we found! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 59 Interview: The Life Forest

August 15, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

This week we have an interview with a woman named Mel Bennet. She is an amazing woman with a different concept for a cemetery. Tune in to find out more! For more information about The Life Forest, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/interview-the-life-forest --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 58 Our Little Rascal Gang

August 08, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MB

Some of you may be familiar with the Little Rascals. Whether it's from the 1930-40's or 1994, we are going to learn about a few main characters in the original cast. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/our-little-rascal-gang --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 57 A Grand Tragedy

August 01, 2022 07:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

The Grand Canyon, a beautiful and majestic wonder of the world, has a dark history to it. Join us as we unbury the secret of two deadly airplane crashes that took place there. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/a-grand-tragedy --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 56 La Sagrada Familia: Antoni Gaudi

July 26, 2022 07:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Our destination is Barcelona, Spain this week. We talk about famous architect, Antoni Gaudi. For a full list of sources go to, www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/la-sagrada-familia-antoni-gaudi --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 55 Evita: La Dama de la Esperanza

July 18, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

This week we are headed to Argentina! We dig into some amazing stories about the people buried there. Including a woman who influenced the country so much she is seen as almost a deity.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 54 The Bones Beneath Paris

July 11, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

This episode we are headed to the beautiful Paris. A city bursting with history, but underneath all of that beauty lies dark tunnels full of bones. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/the-bones-beneath-paris --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 53 Interview with a Taphophile: Shannon Scott

July 04, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

This week we are bringing back Interview with a Taphophile with a man named Shannon Scott. He is a tour guide that gives tours out of Bonaventure and other amazing cemeteries in Savannah, Georgia.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 52 A Sacred Place

June 27, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 46 MB

This week were are going to Charleston where we discover a cemetery with an interesting background.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 51 Lafayette Cemetery

June 20, 2022 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

We are headed back to New Orleans this week, but this time we are going to Lafayette Cemetery located in the Garden District.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 50 Walking Through Westminster

June 13, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MB

Westminster Abbey is a beautiful chapel built like a cathedral. The people buried here numerous and pretty well known. Join us as we talk about some of those people.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 49 Interview with a Taphophile: Kelly Burstow

June 06, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 93.3 MB

This week we have another Interview with a Taphophile, Kelly Burstow from Australia! She tells us a story that is quite similar to Ed Snyder's. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 48 Our Favorite Episodes

May 30, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

We are celebrating our one year anniversary!! We are all so excited to share with you some clips from our favorite episodes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 47 The Pineapple King

May 23, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MB

On a recent trip to Hawaii we learn about the king of pineapple himself. Join us as we discover the crazy true story behind the King. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 46 Interview with a Taphophile: Photo Angel Project

May 09, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MB

This time we interview the amazing founder of the Photo Angel Project. For more information, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/interview-with-a-taphophile-photo-angel-project --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 45 Hillerman Country

May 02, 2022 07:00 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

This week, we are talking about Tony Hillerman, a Native American author who published some of the best mystery novels. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 44 Patriots & Pon Pon Church

April 25, 2022 07:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

We are headed back to Charleston, to learn all about an amazing revolutionary patriot and the ruins of Pon Pon Church. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowpodcast.com/post/patriots-and-pon-pon-church --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 43 I Am Spartacus

April 18, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MB

Tony Curtis was a well known actor from movies like Some Like It Hot or Spartacus. Join us as we learn about some of his history and they interesting things that he was buried with.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/i-am-spartacus --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 42 Interview with a Cemetery Traveler: Ed Snyder

April 11, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MB

We spun a twist on Interview with a Taphophile, and this week we are talking with Ed Snyder. He's a photographer, blogger, and cemetery traveler. To find out more about Ed Snyder, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/interview-with-a-cemetery-traveler-ed-snyder --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 41 Charleston's Circular Church

April 04, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

This week we are in Charleston, South Carolina, where the Circular Congregational Church is. It is the oldest burial ground in South Carolina. We learn all about Death's Head and some of the history behind the church there. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/charleston's-circular-church --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/st...

Ep 40 Hombre Muy Bravo

March 28, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MB

This week we go back to the wild west to talk about a notorious outlaw, Augustin Chacon.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/hombre-muy-bravo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 39 Interview with a Taphophile: The Cemetery Tour Guide

March 21, 2022 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

We are bring back our Interview with a Taphophile with Karie Bible! She is a cemetery tour guide at the Hollywood Forever Memorial Cemetery. We are so excited to hear from her. For more info about Karie, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/interview-with-a-taphophile-the-cemetery-tour-guide --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 38 The Best Girl Scout

March 14, 2022 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

This week we learn about the founder of the Girl Scouts of America. You'll find yourself truly inspired by this amazing woman as we continue to celebrate Women's History Month! For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/the-best-girl-scout --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 37 Women of War

March 07, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

This month is Women's History month, and we wanted to start it off with an episode about some amazing women who served as nurses in some very prominent wars. So many things happened to put us where we are today. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadow.com/post/women-of-war --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 36 Freedmentown

February 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

This episode, we took a trip to Freedmen's Cemetery in Dallas, TX. The history behind it is full of sadness but also a bit of hope. Join us as we learn about Black history! For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/freedmentown --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 35 Remembering JFK

February 21, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Since today is President's Day, we have decided to pay homage to one of the most infamous. John F. Kennedy was not only an influential president, his death is still one that is emphasized today.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/remembering-jfk --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 34 Say Goodnight Gracie

February 14, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

This Valentine's Day we decided to celebrate it with a classic couple, George Burns and Gracie Allen.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/say-goodnight-gracie --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 33 Valentino: The Chic Sheik

February 07, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MB

This week we are headed to old Hollywood! Where we learn about Rudy Valentino, a popular silent film star. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/valentino-the-chic-sheik --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 32 Who was John Miller?

January 31, 2022 07:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

How much do you know about Billy The Kid? His death is shrouded with mystery and conspiracy. What do think really happened to him? For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 31 Keeping Up with the Jones'

January 24, 2022 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

We are staying in Georgia this week, and talking about a large family. It all started with Nobel Jones. For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/keeping-up-with-the-jones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 30 Bonaventure & the Victorians

January 17, 2022 07:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MB

This week we are headed to Savannah, Georgia to explore the well known and very large Bonaventure Cemetery. Learn about the strange practices of the people living during the Victorian era, and some of the people buried there. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 29 Oakwood Angels & Unmarked Graves

January 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

We are back with our first episode of 2022! We are so excited to be back and making episodes again. This week we are travelling to Tyler, Texas to Oakwood Cemetery. There were so many amazing angels and heart wrenching stories, we couldn't resist making an episode.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/oakwood-angels-and-unmarked-graves --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: ...

Ep 28 The One Horse Open Sleigh

December 20, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

On our Christmas episode, we talk about the origins of Jingle Bells! Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and have a Happy New Year! Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We are excited to see what the new year brings! For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/the-one-horse-open-sleigh --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbo...

Ep 27 Interview with a Taphophile: Stones Over Bones

December 06, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

In the days before we had technology, men carved headstones by hand, the symbols were different and often what was written was simple. This week we speak with a Taphophile about how he has learned to be a headstone carver.  To find out more, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/stones-over-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 26 Fortune's Bones

November 22, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

Riverside Cemetery in Connecticut, has some amazing people buried there with great stories. Join us as we dig into the history that lies beneath. For a full list of sources, got to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/fortune-s-bones --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 25 The Unbreakable Code

November 15, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

In honor of those who served this Veteran's Day, we dive into some of our lesser known heroes, the Navajo Code Talkers. Brave Native American men who fought in WWII and provided an unbreakable code.  For a full list of sources, go to www.stonesbonesandshadows.com/post/the-unbreakable-code  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support

Ep 24 Interview with a Taphophile: Loren Rhoads

November 08, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MB

This week we are bringing back our Interview with a Taphophile series. Our guest is author, photographer, and taphophile Loren Rhoads. For more information about Loren, go to www.stonesbonesandshadowspodcast.com/post/interview-with-a-taphophile-loren-rhoads --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stonesbonesandshadows/support