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Kentucky History & Haunts157. Was Governor Desha's Son A Serial Killer?What happens when a newly elected Governor of Kentucky finds his political career consumed by corruption scandals, a burning state capitol…and his son’s sensational murder trials? In this episode, we dive into the dramatic rise and infamous downfall of Governor Joseph Desha — and his son Isaac, who may have been one of Kentucky's first serial killers.We begin with Joseph’s early life as a frontier soldier turned influential political powerhouse. He championed national expansion and state infrastructure — while waging a bitter political battle to reshape Kentucky’s judiciary.Just months into his term as gove...
2025-10-2942 min
Kentucky History & Haunts155. Unsolved Murder of Prestonsburg Mayor George Archer- Pt. 2Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of a murder scene and a suicide. Please use care deciding when or whether to listen.We pick up moments after Mayor Dr. George P. Archer is found shot beside his car outside his clinic in Prestonsburg, KY (July 12, 1973). A witness reports a beige-on-green Buick LeSabre fleeing the scene—similar to the car driven by Judith Archer, the city clerk and executive director of the Housing Authority, married to Archer’s cousin William “Bill Tom” Archer. As rumors snowball (including an alleged affair), timelines shift, pressure mounts, and within eight days Judith d...
2025-09-3021 min
Kentucky History & Haunts154. Unsolved Murder of Prestonsburg Mayor George Archer- Pt. 1Content Warning: This episode discusses a murder scene in detail as well as a suicide. Please use care deciding when or whether to listen.In this episode of Kentucky History & Haunts, we travel back to 1970s Floyd County to uncover the high-profile—but surprisingly underreported—murder of Prestonsburg Mayor Dr. George P. Archer.Born into a prominent Eastern Kentucky family of doctors and civic leaders, Archer carried on a legacy of medicine, public service, and political influence. From expanding healthcare access in rural communities to transforming Prestonsburg’s infrastructure and serving as mayor, Archer’s career w...
2025-09-2930 min
Kentucky History & Haunts151. Brigadier General Charles YoungIn this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Brigadier General Charles Young — a man born into slavery in Mays Lick, Kentucky, during the Civil War who went on to break barriers across the U.S. military and beyond. Despite facing relentless racism, repeated demotions, and exclusion due to his race, Young became a pioneer and trailblazer, achieving numerous historic firsts as a Black officer in the U.S. Army.You'll learn about Young's journey from his family’s escape to freedom in Ripley, Ohio, through his tough years at West Point, his service with the Buffalo Sold...
2025-07-1531 min
Kentucky History & Haunts150. Junius Booth & The Passenger Pigeon FuneralEpisode 150 (hooray) explores the historical significance of the Passenger Pigeon, the life of Junius Booth, and the cultural impact of extinction. It delves into the tragic story of the Passenger Pigeon, once abundant in North America, and the role of hunting and habitat loss in its extinction. The discussion also highlights the life of Junius Booth, father of John Wilkes Booth, and his connection to the passenger pigeon, revealing the intertwining of history, theater, and wildlife conservation.Get a copy of My Thoughts Be Bloody: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/My-Thoughts-Be-Bloody/Nora-Titone/9781416586067
2025-05-0532 min
Kentucky History & Haunts148. Dr. Mary Ellen BrittonDr. Britton was the first black woman in Kentucky to practice medicine... but there is so much more to her story! Born in Lexington in 1855, she grew up a free black citizen and went to private schools in Lexington, then Berea college. She studied medicine in Battle Creek, Michigan under Dr. Kellogg. Dr. Britton helped open the Colored Orphans home in Lexington. She caused a stir at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. She protested the Separate Coach bill in the 1890s- her speech later published in the Lexington Herald-Leader.She was a teacher, writer, doctor and...
2025-02-2635 min
Kentucky History & Haunts147. Stephen Bishop & Slavery at Mammoth CaveIn the late 1830s, the owner of Mammoth Cave hoped to attract more tourists to the area. One of the key figures in making that happen was a slave named Stephen Bishop. Stephen became one of the most popular guides in the caves history, as well as a brave and savvy explorer, responsible for the expansion of the cave system with his discovery of several 'new' areas like the Bottomless Pit and Ruins of Karnak.It was stipulated in his owners will that Stephen was to be emancipated seven years after the owners death, and he was...
2025-01-1827 min
Kentucky History & Haunts146. A Century Ago in Kentucky- December 1924Welcome to another installment of 'A Century Ago in Kentucky', where I share some of my favorite newspaper clippings from Kentucky newspapers in 1924. This episode includes stories of prisoners celebrating behind bars, while others are set free in time for the holidays, hundreds of gallons of wine are poured into the sewer by the Feds, plus fires and other accidents, burglars, crossword puzzles, and a special appearance by my great-grandfather!
This episode includes clippings from the Louisville Courier-Journal and The Lexington Herald-Leader.
This podcast is researched, written, recorded and produced by me, Jessie Bartholomew. To...
2024-12-2423 min
Kentucky History & Haunts145. Tuberculosis Experiments in Mammoth CaveIn the 1840s, a doctor from Louisville purchased Mammoth Cave. One of his motives for purchasing the land was to conduct an experiment by inviting tuberculosis patients to live underground during the winter months to cure them.
It did not go well.
For more on this topic, check out THE PURSUIT OF HEALTH IN THE MAMMOTH CAVE, published in the Bulletin of the History of Medicine, 1971, by Stanley Sides & Harold Malloy.
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2024-11-2625 min
Kentucky History & Haunts142. The Preacher & The Felon- Part 1- Reverend Phillip FallThis is part one of a two part series about the Fall family. Part one discusses the life of Phillip Fall, preacher, teacher, Southern sympathizer. Phillip Fall made connections with major religious figures in Kentucky during the Reformation movement. One of Phillip's sons, William, would later have a son named Albert Fall, who holds the infamous title of being the first U.S. Cabinet member convicted of a felony. Part two will focus on the life of Albert Fall, Phillip's grandson, and let me tell you, it's a very different story.
Much of the research from part...
2024-02-1930 min
Kentucky History & Haunts137. A Century Ago in Kentucky- Dec. 1923Welcome to another installment of the A Century Ago in Kentucky series. This month we have fistfighting judges, yuletide bribes, a destructive cow, a Christmas tree accident, and much more! Please leave a review wherever you listen and be sure to follow the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/kyhistoryhaunts. Follow the show's Instagram @kyhistoryhaunts and if you have topic suggestions, feedback, or just want to say hello you can email kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.com. To send me, Jessie, a holiday or Happy New Year card, you can mail them to 9115 Leesgate Rd Suite A, Louisville, KY, 40222. Happy Holidays!
2023-12-1830 min
Kentucky History & Haunts130. Spiritualist Medium Mary Langley- Covington, KentuckyMary Langley was born Mary Hinderer in Ohio in the 1880s. In her early years, she and her family moved to Indiana near Camp Chesterfield, a popular community for spiritualists and mediums. By the 1920s, Mary was a successful medium, traveling regionally to offer her services. By the mid-1920s she was working in Covington, where she was arrested and put on trial for disorderly conduct. The local authorities believed Mary Langley was a fraud after exposing her by raiding a séance at her home. Her dedicated followers disagreed, and many continued to defend her in the days l...
2023-10-1050 min
The Art Of CoachingE286 | Jessie Piper: Trauma Transformed: How to Find Success Despite Coming From a Broken HomeToday we are going to dismantle a myth - the myth that leadership is reserved for those with perceived backgrounds and clear past stories that fit neatly into little success templates.
If you're somebody that's ever felt alienated by the traditional leadership discourse, this episode is for you because of our guest and the unique background and insight she brings.
Our guest, Dr. Jesse Piper, is a living counterexample to the conventional leadership narrative. She was raised by her grandmother after a turbulent early childhood marked by her parents’ struggle with substance abuse. And her stor...
2023-08-071h 00Kentucky History & Haunts119. The Time A Kentucky Judge Was Offended By PantsThis episode covers a 1970s lawsuit filed by two Louisville women denied a marriage license by the county clerk. It also covers the Louisville Gay Liberation Front of the early 70s. For more on this topic, check out the article ‘It Could Be Dangerous! Gay Liberation and Gay Marriage in Louisville, Kentucky, 1970’ by Catherine Fosl. Available here: https://muse.jhu.edu/article/571585/pdf ✨ For additional sources visit www.kyhistoryhaunts.com ✨ To become a monthly supporter (even $1 a month helps!) please visit https://anchor.fm/jessie-bartholomew
2023-06-1925 minKentucky History & Haunts115. Stories from Kentucky Explorer Magazine- Part 1Jessie reads some of her favorite articles and short stories from Kentucky Explorer Magazine. This episode includes stories from Volume 15, Number 7- January, 2001. The stories range in dates from late 19th to early 21st century. To suggest a future topic please email kyhistoryhaunts.com. To make a one time donation, you can send any dollar amount through Venmo to @jessie-bartholomew
2023-04-3026 min
Kentucky History & Haunts111. James 'Honest Dick' Tate Fooled Everyone in FrankfortJames William Tate was born near Frankfort, Kentucky in 1831. When he was seventeen he started working at the post office, but quickly transitioned to a career in politics. He was elected State Treasurer in 1867- a position he would maintain for the next two decades. He was loved, trusted and respected by his colleagues and the citizens of Kentucky. That is until 1888, when everything changed. This is the story of James ‘Honest Dick’ Tate.
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2023-01-2326 minKentucky History & Haunts110. Alvin Shipwreck KellyShipwreck was born Aloysius Kelly in the late 1800s. His early life was full of tragedy but he went on to live a daredevil life of adventure, which is how he ended up spending so much time in Kentucky, doing stunts on airplane wings and atop the Courier Journal building in Louisville. Crowds of thousands gathered in the city to watch him perform. This is the story of Alvin Shipwreck Kelly. To leave Jessie a holiday tip by following this link at scrolling to the bottom- https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew
2022-12-2430 min
Kentucky History & Haunts108. Octagon Hall- The HistoryEpisode 109: Octagon Hall- The History. This episode covers the history of a 175 year old building in Franklin, Kentucky, including the role it played in the Civil War. More information at www.octagonhallmuseum.com
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2022-12-1120 minKentucky History & Haunts107. Captain Mary MillerPortland, Kentucky native Mary Millicent Miller was begrudgingly given a steamboat captain’s license in the 1880s. She was the first woman in the United States to obtain one. Check out the updated store at https://www.kyhistoryhaunts.com/merch. To leave Jessie a one-time donation for her work on the show, go to https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew and scroll down to ‘Buy Jessie A Coffee.’ To suggest an episode topic send an email to kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!
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2022-11-1424 minKentucky History & Haunts106. Jessie Visits the Anderson HotelI covered the Anderson Hotel back in June of this year. But when Jeff Waldridge messaged me that I didn’t have the full story, I jumped at the chance to take a tour and interview him. Here’s the full story of the haunted Anderson Hotel in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. For more info, and to check out the new merch, go to www.kyhistoryhaunts.com. Please review, rate and subscribe wherever you’re listening to the show. To leave Jessie a tip, head to https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew and scroll to the bottom of the page.
2022-11-0744 min
Kentucky History & Haunts104. Cemetery Road Murders- Part 2In 1948 an elderly couple was brutally murdered in their rural Bowling Green home. But who would do such a thing? And why? For more on this story check out the book The Cemetery Road Murders by Wes Swietek- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-cemetery-road-murders-wes-swietek/1137739616. To buy Jessie a cup of coffee for her work on these episodes, head to https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew. And to browse KYHH merch go to https://www.kyhistoryhaunts.com/merch
2022-10-2938 min
Kentucky History & Haunts103. Cemetery Road Murders- Part 1In 1948 an elderly couple was brutally murdered in their rural Bowling Green home. But who would do such a thing? And why? For more on this story check out the book The Cemetery Road Murders by Wes Swietek- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-cemetery-road-murders-wes-swietek/1137739616. To buy Jessie a cup of coffee for her work on these episodes, head to https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew. And to browse KYHH merch go to https://www.kyhistoryhaunts.com/merch
2022-10-2846 minKentucky History & Haunts102. Listener Stories- Three Haunted HousesThese stories were sent in by Chris from Frankfort, KY. Although he tells me he now lives in the less haunted town of Erlanger. These are a lot of fun. If you have paranormal experiences from anywhere in the state of KY to share, please email them to kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.com. To send Jessie a tip for all her work on this podcast, head to www.bio.site/jessiebartholomew. For more info on the area Chris wrote about in Haunted House #2, go to https://denison.edu/magazine/spring-2012/140138
2022-10-0832 minKentucky History & Haunts101. Haunted NewportThis episode covers the hauntings of the Glenn Playtorium mentioned in the last two episodes, as well as the beautiful and spooky Southgate House. To tip Jessie for her hard work on this episode please visit https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew
2022-09-2614 minKentucky History & Haunts100. Newport Mob Stories- Part 2This is not your typical Kentucky history lesson. Something entirely unique happened in Northern Kentucky in the early 20th century. The mob took control of Newport and left a lasting impression on the area. For more information on this topic check out the book ‘Wicked Newport: Kentucky’s Sin City’. To buy Jessie a cup of coffee for her hard work creating this podcast, please visit https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew
2022-09-1938 minKentucky History & Haunts99. Newport Mob Stories- Part 1This is not your typical Kentucky history lesson. Something entirely unique happened in Northern Kentucky in the early 20th century. The mob took control of Newport and left a lasting impression on the area. For more information on this topic check out the book ‘Wicked Newport: Kentucky’s Sin City’. To buy Jessie a cup of coffee for her hard work creating this podcast and to celebrate her hundredth episode, please visit https://bio.site/jessiebartholomew
2022-09-1848 minKentucky History & Haunts81. Exonerated- Joyce Watkins & Charlie DunnThis is the story of a couple wrongly accused of the murder of a four year old girl named Brandi Jessie in 1987. Listener discretion advised.
2022-01-2328 minKentucky History & Haunts77. A holiday message from JessieNo episode this week because I wasn’t thinking ahead and the research I’m working on is just too gruesome for the holidays! Thank you for listening and supporting all year long. Can’t wait to bring you more stories in 2022.
2021-12-2401 min
Pine OvercoatPurification RundownFor this episode, Jessie discusses an element of Scientology she is really not a fan of- the Purification Rundown.
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2021-07-0824 minKentucky History & Haunts55. Disappearance of Ann GotlibIn June 1983, twelve year old Ann Gotlib went missing. There was plenty of speculation as to what happened to her. Decades passed and the case remained ice cold. Until 2008 when police made a startling announcement. This case technically remains open, and a body has never been recovered.
2021-07-0814 min
Kentucky History & Haunts54. Hayswood HospitalIt’s for sale! And everyone is buzzing about it so I thought I’d put together a little overview of the history of the building and the site. *I am a licensed Realtor in the state of Kentucky. The hospital is not my listing!
2021-07-0116 minKentucky History & Haunts53. A Colonel and a JudgeColonel Buford murdered Judge Elliott in cold blood in the middle of the day in Frankfort, Kentucky. His subsequent conviction and life after murder were quite interesting.
2021-06-2421 minKentucky History & Haunts52. Road Trip- Maple Hill Manor & MoreI stayed overnight at haunted Maple Hill Manor. I also had dinner at haunted Shaker Village, and the haunted Boone Tavern. I didn't see any ghosts, but I ate and slept well. I'll tell you all about that, plus my visit to the International Paranormal Museum and more in this episode.
2021-06-1723 minKentucky History & Haunts51. Louisville Riots- 1855You might know this piece of Louisville history as “Bloody Monday.” This is the day 22 (or so) people lost their lives on Election Day as ‘nativists’ tried to keep Catholics and ‘foreign-born’ people from voting. This episode will discuss the events that led up to election day, the events of the day, and the aftermath. If you have a topic suggestion or I need to make a correction, message me via social media or email kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.com. For additional resources, head to www.kyhistoryhaunts.com.
2021-06-0732 minKentucky History & Haunts50. How Kentucky Places Got Their Names- Part 1I got this great book called Kentucky Place Names by Robert Rennick and this episode is just me reading some origin stories to you and chuckling about them. Enjoy!
2021-06-0417 min
Kentucky History & Haunts49. Judge Roy BeanThis Kentucky native wrought havoc out West before (and after) becoming a man of the law in the late 1800s.
2021-06-0121 min
Kentucky History & Haunts48. WAVERLY- AFTERThis episode will provide details from our guided tour of Waverly Hills as well as my report on our paranormal investigation. Stay tuned til the very end for the “Ernie” recording. For photos and other resources head to www.kyhistoryhaunts.com
2021-05-2726 minKentucky History & Haunts47. Della Faye SutoriusFive husbands was one too many for Della Faye. This episode is a KYHH road trip. Della was from Auxier, Kentucky but the bulk of this story takes place across the river in Ohio.
2021-05-2517 min
Kentucky History & Haunts46. WAVERLY HILLS- BEFOREThis is a great conversation with special guest host Gary Lockard who tells us all about the history of Waverly Hills Sanatorium- which many believe is the most haunted place in the US. This conversation was recorded before our overnight trip to Waverly. Stay tuned for follow up!
2021-05-171h 02Kentucky History & Haunts45. Rod Ferrell & The Vampires- Part 2Rod Ferrell was born in Murray, Kentucky in 1980. He had an unstable upbringing, surrounded by drug use, often neglected, probably abused, and without a father figure. He started telling his friends he was an ancient vampire and that he was immortal. And they could be too, if they let him drink their blood. Things took an especially dark turn in November 1996 when Rod was sixteen. He and three friends left Murray to pick up two more friends in Florida, then on to New Orleans to start new lives as a vampire family. A double homicide derailed their plan.
2021-05-1333 min
Kentucky History & Haunts44. Rod Ferrell & The Vampires- Part 1Rod Ferrell was born in Murray, Kentucky in 1980. He had an unstable upbringing, surrounded by drug use, often neglected, probably abused, and without a father figure. He started telling his friends he was an ancient vampire and that he was immortal. And they could be too, if they let him drink their blood. Things took an especially dark turn in November 1996 when Rod was sixteen. He and three friends left Murray to pick up two more friends in Florida, then on to New Orleans to start new lives as a vampire family. A double homicide derailed their plan.
2021-05-1024 minKentucky History & Haunts43. Sarah “Sadie” Frances PriceSarah Frances Price was a teenager during the Civil War. When the war came to an end, both her parents died, along with her brother. Then she was bedridden for a year with a mysterious ailment. When things finally started looking up, she became an accomplished researcher and published many works on native Kentucky plant and animal species.
2021-05-0618 minKentucky History & Haunts42. The Cicadas Are Coming!Every seventeen years, Kentucky gets a visit from a new batch of periodical cicadas. They are loud, they are numerous, but they are generally not harmful, except to young trees and vineyards. You’ll come away from this episode armed with all kinds of great cicada fun facts. Enjoy!
2021-05-0308 min
Kentucky History & Haunts41. Ventriloquism & the Vent Haven MuseumLearn the eerie origins of ventriloquism, how it evolved into the modern form of entertainment it is today, and then enjoy an overview of the fascinating Vent Haven Museum started by W.S. Berger- now home to over 980 ‘figures’ plus oodles of other memorabilia. Check out venthaven.org to learn more and book your appointment.
2021-04-2913 minKentucky History & Haunts40. Nancy Green- Aunt JemimaIt’s difficult to decipher which information about Nancy Green’s life is true. In this episode, I’ve tried to separate fact from fiction, while giving an overview of Green’s life and the racist stereotypes perpetuated by the flour companies who used her (and others after her) for their brand. For more on this topic check out The NY Times article ‘Nancy Green, Aunt Jemima- Overlooked’; the Medium article ‘Aunt Jemima- It was Never About Pancakes’; NPR’s ‘The Fight to Commemorate Nancy Green: The Woman who Played Aunt Jemima’; and USA Today’s ‘Fact Check: Aunt Jemima Model Didn’t Create Brand,
2021-04-2214 minKentucky History & Haunts39. Narcotic Farm- LexingtonIt was progressive. It was controversial. It was sometimes unethical. The advancements made at the US Public Service Hospital are often overshadowed by the highly questionable experiments conducted on volunteer inmates... experiments sometimes funded by the CIA as part of Operation MKULTRA. For more, find the air dates for KET’s Narcotic Farm documentary on the KET website. Also check out the Forbes Articles ‘The Narcotic Farm and the Little Known History of America’s First Prison for Drug Addicts’ by Clary Estes. Plus the IRETA article ‘A Look at Treatment History: The Narcotic Farm’
2021-04-1915 minKentucky History & Haunts38. True Crime- Kevin DunlapIn 2008, Kevin Dunlap pretended to be interested in buying a home for sale in the Roaring Spring community. The owner let him in, where he proceeded to tie her up, rape her, leave her for dead, set the home on fire and murder her children. He was arrested and charged three days later, but an evaluation of his mental state brought up questions about his competency. For details on this case, see Dunlap v. Commonwealth- Kentucky Supreme Court decision June 20, 2013. On behalf of this episode, please consider making a donation to The Center for Women and Families at www.thecenteronline...
2021-04-1519 min
Your Louisville, TodayMax Atherton- Audi LouisvilleMax is the Business Manager at Bluegrass Audi and we did speak about cars for a while but we also discussed local and national politics and a whole bunch of other interesting topics so tune in for the season 1 finale and don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss the premier of season 2 this fall. And in the meantime, go buy an Audi from Max and subscribe to my other podcast, Kentucky History & Haunts, available wherever you listen. Thanks for listening and supporting local.
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2021-04-1339 minKentucky History & Haunts37. Why Public Officials Can’t Duel in KentuckyWhile dueling has been out of style for quite some time in the state of Kentucky, public officials must still swear under oath before taking office that they’ve never participated in a duel or challenged anyone to fight one. Find out why in today’s episode. Be sure to check out the Smithsonian Magazine article ‘Duel!’; the PBS article ‘The History of Dueling in America’; and the fabulous article by Z.F Smith from the Register of Kentucky State Historical Society ‘DUELING, and Some Noted Duels by Kentuckians’
2021-04-1224 minKentucky History & Haunts36. HAUNTED- Anne Mitchell & John Bell HoodThis is a love story. That turns sad. And then violent. And then spoooooky. A woman fell in love with a man, but was forced into marrying someone else. Find out how she retaliates... Check out this story and more Kentucky mysteries in the book ‘Myths and Mysteries of Kentucky’ by Mimi O’Malley & Susan Sawyer
2021-04-0813 minKentucky History & Haunts35. Montgomery Blair- Dred Scott v. Sanford and Other ThingsA person with a unique role in political history. I didn’t choose this guy because he was an exceptionally great guy, but because his series of roles was interesting and his life might make for a good tv show. This is the story of Montgomery Blair. For more on The Belknap Scandal check out historynet.com/belknap-scandal-fulcrum-disaster
2021-04-0515 minYour Louisville, TodayRyan Tucker- Chef Prep MealsNext level meal prepping. Ryan has been a chef for a long time, and a personal trainer too, so he understands the importance of taste AND nutrition when it comes to meal prepping. Check out his menu at thechefprepmeals.com on any given week. It all looks AMAZING. You can also find them on Facebook, and on Instagram @thechefprepmeals
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2021-04-0228 min
Kentucky History & Haunts34. Aviatrix Willa BrownSo. Many. Firsts. This woman was not afraid to set records. I get so excited talking about her accomplishments. I hope you enjoy the story of Aviatrix Willa Brown as much as I enjoyed researching it. For more on some of the topics I cover in this episode check out ‘The Other Harlem’ on airspacemag.com. ‘Tuskegee Airmen’ on history.com and ‘Lieutenant Willa Brown- Aviatrix, Maker of Pilots’ by Tanja Spitzer for The National WWII Museum.
2021-04-0111 minKentucky History & Haunts33. Nurse Mary W. ArvinMary Arvin was born in Henderson, Kentucky. She graduated from nursing school in Owensboro and then joined the Red Cross Harvard Base Unit #5 which was sent to France in 1917. She cared for patients throughout the war years and witnessed two German night raid bombings before coming home to Kentucky and being honored by all three major allied forces. This is the first installment of BADASS KENTUCKY WOMEN.
2021-03-2912 minKentucky History & Haunts32. Louis Sansbury Takes on CholeraCholera was a real problem in the 1800s. We didn’t know where it came from or how to treat it. In Springfield, Kentucky, one slave stayed behind while his owner and several other people fled the area completely. He ran the businesses of those who left while caring for the sick and dying. Research comes from ‘It Happened in Kentucky’ by Mimi O’Malley, and The National Center for Biotechnology Information.
2021-03-2510 minYour Louisville, TodayJarrod Prince- King Smoked Meats & Copper KitchenWe cover so much in this episode- from operating a food truck to the science of cooking, to adapting for the pandemic. Plus Jarrod brought me brisket before the interview that was out of this world. Find Jarrod at kingsmokedmeats.com, on Facebook at Copper Streatery and Kings Smoked Meat Company and on Instagram @copperkitchenlou
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2021-03-2336 minKentucky History & Haunts31. Brenda Sue Schaefer- Part 3In the late 1980s, a Louisville woman named Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing. For months, police and FBI were extremely frustrated. They knew who did it, but they didn’t have the evidence to prove it. After going cold for months, they finally got a break in the case. But what would normally be an ending to a tragic true crime story, would just be the beginning. Get ready to be frustrated! For details on this case, check out the book ‘Double Jeopardy’ by Bob Hill. On behalf of this series, I’m asking listeners to make a donation to The Cent...
2021-03-2242 minKentucky History & Haunts30. Brenda Sue Schaefer- Part 2In the late 1980s, a Louisville woman named Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing. For months, police and FBI were extremely frustrated. They knew who did it, but they didn’t have the evidence to prove it. After going cold for months, they finally got a break in the case. But what would normally be an ending to a tragic true crime story, would just be the beginning. Get ready to be frustrated! For details on this case, check out the book ‘Double Jeopardy’ by Bob Hill. On behalf of this series, I’m asking listeners to make a donation to The Cent...
2021-03-1838 minYour Louisville, TodayBrandi & Brandon Ray- Shades WhiterWho doesn’t love bright sparkly teeth!? Brandon & Brandi let me be their guinea pig last month and let me tell you, the experience was perfect! If you’ve never had your teeth whitened before (like me) this will be a great listen for you. We also talk about opening a business during a pandemic, their business model and future goals. You can find them at www.shadeswhiter.com, on Instagram @shadeswhiterky and on Facebook.
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2021-03-1618 min
Kentucky History & Haunts29. Brenda Sue Schaefer- Part 1In the late 1980s, a Louisville woman named Brenda Sue Schaefer went missing. For months, police and FBI were extremely frustrated. They knew who did it, but they didn’t have the evidence to prove it. After going cold for months, they finally got a break in the case. But what would normally be an ending to a tragic true crime story, would just be the beginning. Get ready to be frustrated! For details on this case, check out the book ‘Double Jeopardy’ by Bob Hill. On behalf of this series, I’m asking listeners to make a donation to The Cent...
2021-03-1541 min
Kentucky History & Haunts28. Madame Belle Brezing of Lexington- Part 2Find out what happens to Belle and her Megowan St. mansion in part 2 of the Belle Brezing story. A great resource on Belle and the history, politics and economic revolution of Lexington is the book ‘Madam Belle: Sex, Money and Influence in a Southern Brothel’ by Maryjean Wall.
2021-03-0827 min
Kentucky History & Haunts27. Madam Belle Brezing of Lexington- Part 1Belle Brezing had a difficult childhood and early life. The odds were definitely against her. But she managed to create a life so interesting and impactful we still consider her a Lexington Legend today. Find out how her life was intertwined with politics, economics, and of course the lucrative horse industry during the late 1800s and into the early 1900s. Be sure to check out the book ‘Madame Belle: Sex, Money and Influence in a Southern Brothel’ by Maryjean Wall.
2021-03-0425 minYour Louisville, TodayDinah Volante- Euro DistrictGet ready to have a major crush on Dinah. She’s the founder of Euro District, Udderly Euro and Eurotrash Apparel Company. From organizing car shows to designing apparel, to writing for international automotive magazines, there seems to be nothing she doesn’t dabble in. For more info go to www.eurotrashapparelcompany.com, www.theeurodistrict.com and www.udderlyeuro.com. Also find her on Instagram @theurodistrict and @eurotrashapparel
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2021-03-0232 minKentucky History & Haunts26. Lillian Patrick & Mary Magdalene PittsThis episode will be tough to listen to. Both of these children were murdered before they even had a chance to really live. But their stories are every bit a part of Kentucky history as any other topic I’ve covered and touch an important point which is- if you suspect someone is abusing or neglecting a child, go with your gut and report it. To report in Kentucky, you can call the Kentucky Statewide Child Abuse Hotline at 1-877-597-2331
2021-03-0122 minYour Louisville, TodayEmory Williamson- AMPEDEmory Williamson is the kind of person you just want to be around, who inspires you to be better. He is involved with many local charities and organizations. You can find his podcast/radio show at www.forwardradio.org/two-nuts-in-a-pod. For more info on the BLM movement go to www.blackliveslouisville.org and to learn more about the Louisville Safety Zone go to www.facebook.com/lousafetyzone
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2021-02-2655 minKentucky History & Haunts25. Mastodon Graveyard- Boone Co.Mastodons and stag moose and giant sloths, oh my! This story is actually a little sad but also fascinating and you will come away with some excellent fun facts for future use. Source material for this episode includes “It Happened in Kentucky- Remarkable Events That Shaped History” by Mimi O’Malley and ‘Pre-Historic Animals in Kentucky and the Ohio Valley’- R.B. Gilbert- Register of Kentucky State Historical Society Vol. 7 No. 20
2021-02-2512 minKentucky History & Haunts24. Louisville Rail HistoryLouisville has toyed with the idea of bringing back commuter light rail. And some say the infrastructure is already there in Louisville. Here’s a brief history of streetcar and commuter rail transportation in Louisville and the surrounding region. For a great photo archive go to historiclouisville.weebly.com/interurban-elevated-rail.html. Other source material include ‘A Brief History of the Louisville & Nashville Railroad’ by Charles B. Caster & ‘Curious Louisville: Why Did Our Streetcars Go Away? And Can We Bring Them Back?’ By Erica Peterson (WFPL). Send me your thoughts.
2021-02-2214 minKentucky History & Haunts23. Alma Kellner- Part 3Find out the fate of Joseph Wendling. Check out Shawn M. Herron’s book ‘Louisville’s Alma Kellner Mystery” and please on behalf of this story go to www.stjohncenter.org/support-our-mission and donate to a wonderful cause. Thank you
2021-02-1836 minYour Louisville, TodayKarla Haas- Rudy Greens Doggy CuisineKarla Haas is the owner of Rudy Greens Doggy Cuisine- a 100% human edible food for dogs. Her dog food features simple recipes comprised solely of human edible, wholesome ingredients, prepared with integrity and transparency. You can find Rudy Greens on Facebook and Instagram, and you can place an order at www.rudygreens.com
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2021-02-1636 minKentucky History & Haunts22. Alma Kellner- Part 2If you missed part 1, go back to episode 22 and then come back to this one. In this episode, Captain Carney makes the journey home with his suspect, Joseph Wendling. From the book ‘Louisville’s Alma Kellner Mystery’ by Shawn M. Herron
2021-02-1527 minKentucky History & Haunts21. Alma Kellner- Part 1Eight year old Alma Kellner vanished without a trace in Louisville, KY in December 1909. Her disappearance shocked the city and the way things played out afterwards are so bizarre, I’m sitting here talking about them over 100 years later. Thank you to Shawn M. Herron for doing SO much research and authoring the book ‘Louisville’s Alma Kellner Mystery.’ Much of this story takes place in St. John's Church, which is now the site of St. John Center for Homeless Men. On behalf of this episode, please go to www.stjohnscenter.org/support-our-mission. Thank you
2021-02-1126 minKentucky History & Haunts20. Hopkinsville GoblinsOwls? Monkeys? Hallucinating drunks? Or did a group of tiny green men really land their UFO in Kelly, Kentucky on the night of August 21, 1955? Sources include ‘Mysterious Kentucky- The History, Mystery and Unexplained of the Bluegrass State’ by Barton M. Nunnelly; ‘Strange Kentucky Monsters’ by Michael Newton and history.com/news/little-green-men-origins
2021-02-0414 minYour Louisville, TodaySean Belden- Le MooSean is Sous Chef at Le Moo in Louisville Kentucky. We talk about why he became a chef, where he worked before Le Moo, how he’s had to adapt for COVID, what he loves to cook, other restaurants he loves in Louisville and more. Find Sean on Facebook or on Instagram @skbelden. Find Le Moo on Facebook & Instagram or at lemoorestaurant.com
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2021-02-0237 minKentucky History & Haunts19. True Crime- Virginia CaudillThere is one woman on death row in the state of Kentucky. That woman is Virginia Caudill. She was convicted in 2000, along with her accomplice Johnathan Wayne Goforth. The strange thing about this is that we don’t truly know which one of them committed the murder. We do know that neither of them tried to stop it. So they both sit on death row, awaiting an execution date. Enjoying the show? Help a girl out by heading over to anchor.fm/Jessie-Bartholomew and support for just .99 cents per month! Many thanks!
2021-02-0118 minKentucky History & Haunts18. Pope Lick MonsterThis mischievous creature hangs out around the Pope Lick Trestle- a tall, bridge-like structure about 15 miles from downtown Louisville. Though his existence is an urban legend, the consequences of his story are very real. Check out the short film The Legend of The Pope Lick Monster. Plus the Atlas Obscura Article “Pope Lick Trestle Bridge.” And the Courier Journal articles “Pope Lick ‘monster’ survivor mentally crushed” from 2016 and “15-year-old girl dies in yet another train accident on the Pope Lick trestle” published in 2019.
2021-01-2812 minKentucky History & Haunts17. Killer Coroner- LouisvilleDr. Hugh McCollough was re-elected to his position as Jefferson Co. coroner and all was well. Until the peacock incident. From the book Cruelly Murdered by Keven McQueen
2021-01-2523 minYour Louisville, TodayTyler Ohlmann- Rosie Dane Dog TrainingTyler Ohlmann owns and operates Rosie Dane Dog Training in Louisville, Kentucky. You can find him at rosiedanedogtraining.com or on Facebook.
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2021-01-2324 minKentucky History & Haunts16. NUCLEAR- Maxey FlatsSo much nuclear waste, y’all. This story takes place in Hillsboro, Kentucky, where the state approved a site for the Maxey Flats Waste Disposal Facility in the 1960s. What could possibly go wrong? I’ll tell you what.
2021-01-2120 minKentucky History & Haunts15. Tent Girl- GeorgetownA body is found in 1968. Thirty years later she’s identified, but with her identification comes more questions than answers. Instead of donating to the podcast, for this episode I’m asking listeners to go to thecenter.org and click donate in the top right corner. Thank you. Check out Crime Junkie 2018 episode MURDERED- TENT GIRL + Huffington Post- A Body in Kentucky- The 30 Year Long Mystery of Tent Girl + theartofkilling.com/2020/03/08/tent-girl
2021-01-1823 minKentucky History & Haunts14. HAUNTED- Liberty HallDo you love a creepy ghost? A friendly ghost? A lovesick ghost? No matter your preference, you can find them at Liberty Hall- a stately brick building in Frankfort, constructed by the first Kentucky Senator, John Brown. Check out Libertyhall.org for more info and to schedule your tour this spring!
2021-01-1417 minYour Louisville, TodayLaura Hogue- Pit Bulls of St. FrancisLaura works with Pit Bulls of St. Francis, a foster-based, all breed rescue in Louisville, Kentucky. Their goal is to lower shelter intake by rehabbing and finding amazing forever homes for dogs in need. Learn more by visiting https://www.pitbullsofstfrancis.org or find them on Facebook.
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2021-01-1434 minKentucky History & Haunts13. Murder of Marlene OakesIn Verona, KY, a daughter desperately seeks closure about her mother’s murder over two decades prior. The story gets dark fast but has a (kind of) happy ending. Instead of donating to the podcast, for this episode I’m asking listeners to go to thecenter.org and click donate in the top right corner. Thank you
2021-01-1116 minKentucky History & Haunts12. Police UFO Sighting- LouisvilleThe year is 1993. An excited police officer gets a chance to fly in the helicopter instead of his regular street patrol. But he gets more than he bargained for.
2021-01-0712 minYour Louisville, TodayBrittany Cummings- Wichin’ Pizza Virtual EateryBrittany Cummings opened Wichin’ Pizza in March of 2020 right when the pandemic shut everything down! The “solo-preneur” has overcome obstacles and grown her business in a difficult restaurant climate. Wait til you see her food. Head to wichinpizza.com and follow her on Instagram @wichinpizza and Facebook at Wichin Pizza.
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2021-01-0520 minKentucky History & HauntsTrue Crime- Randy HaightRandy Haight has spent most of his life behind bars, across several counties in multiple states. In 1985 he brutally murdered Patricia Vance and David Omer. Sources for this episode include Office of the Fayette Commonwealth’s Attorney, Deseret News: Age Related Ilness Catching up with Death Row, The Associated Press: KY Inmates Sue Over Restrictions on Pastoral Visits, Supreme Court of Kentucky Haight v. Commonwealth, Kentucky Department of Corrections and KYforward.com
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2021-01-0422 minKentucky History & Haunts11. Where the Heck is Daniel Boone Buried?Boone was a great explorer, not a savvy businessman. But where are his remains? Missouri? Kentucky? Both? Neither? We’ll probably never know, but it makes for a great story.
2020-12-3117 minKentucky History & Haunts10. HAUNTED- Old Talbott Tavern & Jailer’s InnJesse James. The Dungeon Room. Ghost babies. Bourbon. What doesn’t Bardstown have? I can’t wait to stay in The Jail Cell. Maybe I’ll do a follow up episode.
2020-12-2813 minKentucky History & Haunts9. Edgar Cayce- The Sleeping Prophet of Christian CountyHead trauma or god-given talent!? Who knows. His life story is pretty wild. No matter what you believe, his contributions to holistic medicine are real. This episode highlights the chain of events in Edgar Cayce’s life that labeled him the father of holistic medicine.
2020-12-2418 minYour Louisville, TodayBill Friel- CCIM/Principal BrokerBill Friel was born in Rochester, NY but has made a life in Louisville, KY where he runs Weichert, Realtors- ABG Properties.
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2020-12-2222 minKentucky History & Haunts8. Meat Shower- Bath CountyAn unexplained event that occurred in Bath County, KY. Scientists couldn’t determine why it happened or how it happened. Just that it did. (It was probably vultures or a weird veggie-like substance.) A butcher named Frisbee even sampled the mystery space meat.
2020-12-2111 minYour Louisville, TodayBobby SchiavoneBobby is Vice President of Commercial Sales with Weichert, Realtors ABG Properties. His newest business venture is named after the Nimbus 2000 and he has an adorable new puppy named Gia!
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2020-12-1822 minKentucky History & Haunts7. Kentucky UFO Abduction- StanfordThree women from Liberty thought they were going to have a laid-back birthday dinner in Lancaster. They were in for much more. Like burning eyeballs and antisocial parakeets. Also how great is the name Dr. Leo Sprinkle?
2020-12-1713 minKentucky History & Haunts6. Southern Exposition- LouisvilleJust history- no haunt! An amazing event took place in Louisville in the 1880s that changed the course of the city’s industrial role in our country. Huge structures were built and visitors flocked from all over the world to take part in the Southern Exposition.
2020-12-1410 minKentucky History & Haunts5. Murder on Chestnut St- LouisvilleCharles Brownfield made a lot of bad decisions. Like getting married the same day he met his wife. Or gambling away an inheritance. But it gets way worse. Anything can happen... it’s the 1880s! Instead of donating to the podcast, for this episode I’m asking listeners to go to thecenter.org and click donate in the top right corner. Thank you
2020-12-1021 minKentucky History & Haunts4. A Grave Mistake- Octavia HatcherOctavia Hatcher married a prominent Pikeville businessman in the late 1800s. They were so excited to start a family and live a long happy life together. Things didn’t go as planned.
2020-12-0813 minKentucky History & Haunts3. Jane Crawford Didn’t Have TwinsEphraim McDowell comes to the rescue in the 1800s of a woman misdiagnosed with twins. What she was actually carrying in her belly was way more menacing than the idea of two extra mouths to feed!
2020-12-0413 minKentucky History & Haunts2. Harrodsburg- The Mysterious Ballroom DancerA luxurious resort atop a hill overlooking the town. A mysterious guest. An extravagant ballroom dance and a tragic ending.
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2020-11-3000 minKentucky History & Haunts1: William Kriel- A Louisville Jeckyll & HydeThis guy had everybody fooled. A beloved local butcher, things turned sour when he visited his recently separated wife, Margaret. Join me to learn the fate of William and Margaret Kriel of Louisville, KY. Instead of donating to the Patreon for this episode, I urge my listeners to make a donation to The Center for Women and Families in Louisville. Go to thecenteronline.org and click “donate” in the top right corner. Thank you
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