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Sshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: I Kill KillersLaken's book club pick is I Kill Killers by S.T. Ashman - a dark, twisty thriller that asks what happens when justice isn't enough. Listen along to hear Laken and Shae's thoughts, final ratings, and a full discussion about the book!
2025-09-0235 min
Sisters Like UsLET'S DRINK ABOUT BEING ABLE TO RECORD LIVE!WE ARE BACK! And with a fun surprise to kick off this episode! This was the episode we recorded LIVE with friends in the audience on 8/9. IT WAS SO FUN to be able to interact live and chat!š„ Drink of the week: Cosmo's from Costcoš Things We Mentioned:Laken's Book: https://amzn.to/472s9QgAlly's Book: https://amzn.to/3Uv27h4Laken's Shorts: https://amzn.to/41c8utvAlly's Cookbook: https://amzn.to/41bNRxu
2025-08-181h 04Sshh..Mom is Trying to ReadAITA StoriesOn today's episodes Laken and Shae read Am I the A$$hole stories from Reddit but book-ish edition. Listen along to hear the stories and see if you agree or disagree with Laken and Shae on their opinions!
2025-07-2241 min
Sisters Like UsLET'S DRINK ABOUT LAKEN'S TRIP AND BIG PURCHASESFirst episode back after Laken's trip to Argentina! We talk about that, tattoos, some big purchases, AND something Ally said she would NEVER do!š„ Drink of the week: Laken's tea: https://amzn.to/4iSpBqX *The mug was a gift, sorry! š Things We Mentioned: Video explaining Laken's trip: https://youtu.be/lQvIHg1RhAs Ally's pill box: https://amzn.to/447evJW ā± Episode Timestamps: 00:00 ā Boring drinks 01:05 ā Laken's trip 07:37 ā Tattoos 10:47 ā TV S...
2025-04-0450 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: Behind a Closed DoorOn today's episode, Laken and Shae discuss Laken's February book club pick; Behind a Closed Door by J.D. Barker. Listen to find out their final ratings, review, and overall thoughts. Shae's February book club pick is All the Missing Pieces by Catherine Cowles.
2025-02-041h 08Sshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: Kill for Me, Kill for YouToday the girls discuss Laken's November pick; Kill for Me, Kill for You by Steve Cavanagh. Listen along as they discuss their final ratings, reviews, and thoughts. Shae's November book club choice is Still Beating by Jennifer Hartmann.
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2024-11-0551 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: HawkeToday Laken and Shae are discussing Shae's October pick; Hawke by Jescie Hall. Listen to hear their ratings, review and thoughts! They have also now created a Fable account for all the listeners to join in on and leave your own thoughts on each month's book club picks!
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2024-10-1543 min
Sisters Like UsEpsiode 39: Let's Talk Makeup Routines & Other FavoritesSomeone asked us to share our beauty favorites and so we dug deep! We both walk through our entire make up routine - every product we use. We also go through some current favorites using categories Laken used to use on her YouTube channel! š„ Drink of the week: Rose! ā± Epsiode Timestamps: 00:00 ā Changes 00:48 ā Rose of the week 01:42 ā DCC 02:34 ā SYTCYD 06:05 ā Other babies 08:00 ā Ally's Make Up Routine 21:50 ā Laken's Make Up Routine 31:32 ā Current Favorites š± Connect with us! Instagram: http...
2024-08-0345 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook club: The Hotel NantucketListen to Shae and Laken discuss Shaeās July pick; The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand. They talk about their final ratings and reviews. Lakenās August book club choice is announced at the end of the episode.
2024-07-1649 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: DrowningToday Laken and Shae discuss the first book for July; Drowning by T.J. Newman. Listen to find out if Shae and Laken enjoyed the book. Shaeās July book club choice is announced at the end of the episode!
2024-07-0234 min
Sisters Like UsEpsiode 23: Broadway ShowsIn this episode, we talk about one of Laken's favorite things ever!!! Broadway. Fun fact is that we both have a background in theatre, which you may know from previous episodes, however, Laken has seen & heard of way more than Ally has! In this episode, we go through 100 of the most popular shows and determine if Ally has seen it, heard of it, or wants to see it! We really hope you enjoy this episode as much as we do!
2024-04-0435 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: The TeacherJoin Laken and Shae as they discuss Lakenās bookclub book; They Teacher by Freida McFadden! They discuss their ratings, reviews, and thoughts. Book 2 for March is announced at the end of the episode.
2024-03-0545 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBook Club: King of CountryJoin along and Shae and Laken discuss the 2nd book club book for January; King of Country by C. W. Farnsworth. They talk about the rating & thoughts! Lakenās pick for February book club is announced at the end of the episode!
2024-01-1628 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadUnmissingListen along as Shae and Laken rate, review, and give their thoughts for the first book club book for November, Unmissing by Minka Kent. Novemberās book club #2 is announced at the end of the episode!
2023-11-0729 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadCar Chit Chat!Shae and Laken decided to do a spontaneous car chat! Listen along to all the random thoughts and opinions they have about books!
2023-10-3133 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadVerityListen along as Shae and Laken discuss Verity by Colleen Hoover. Verity was the book that got Laken back into reading and Shae into thriller books. Both read Verity last year and decided to re-read and do a recap!
2023-10-2428 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadIndigo RidgeListen along as Shae and Laken discuss Octoberās book 2 for the book club, Indigo Ridge by Devney Perry. See what their thoughts and ratings were! November book 1 is announced at the end of the episode!
2023-10-1730 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadMind F*ck SeriesListen to Laken and Shae discuss the Mind F*ck Series by ST Abby. They both have raved about this series; find out why itās such a favorite for both of them!
2023-10-1034 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadThey Never LearnJoin Laken and Shae as they discuss Lakenās October bookclub book, They Never Learn by Layne Fargo. Listen to their ratings, review, and thoughts!
2023-10-0325 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadLetās Talk BookTok!Join along as Shae and Laken talk about their favorite BookTok account, trends, likes, and dislikes!
2023-09-2654 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadWhispers of YouJoin Laken and Shae as they discuss Septemberās book 2, Whispers of You by Catherine Cowles. Listen along to what their rating and thoughts werenāt
2023-09-1933 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadBooks Worth the Hype and Not Worth the HypeListen along as Laken and Shae discuss popular books that we think are either worth the hype or not worth the hype!
2023-09-1235 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadKeep It In The FamilyListen along as Shae and Laken discuss September book 1 of the book club, Keep It In The Family by John Marrs.
2023-09-0554 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadAugust reads // September TBRListen along as Shae and Laken talk about their favorite books theyāve read in August and books they want/plan to read September!
2023-08-2943 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadReading/Book HacksListen along as Shae and Laken give tips and pointers on how to read books different ways on different apps!
2023-08-2246 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadDone and DustedListen along as Laken and Shae discus August book #2, Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage. Join the book clubās discussion post over on our Facebook page. ( https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094323962792&mibextid=LQQJ4d )
2023-08-1533 min
The Twilight TerrorsS2E6 (MINI)- The Myth of the Zodiac KillerIn this episode Laken and I discuss a new myth... that the infamous Zodiac Killer never existed. We dive into multiple theories and crime scenes throughout the Zodiac era. We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we did recording this one!
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2023-08-1316 min
inHER POWEREp 79 - How To Move Through Overwhelm & How To Get ClearIf you experience overwhelm, procrastination or feelings like your drowning underwater trying to catch your breath. This conversation is for YOU!In this episode I talk you through my unique mindset on overwhelm and why I rarely experience it and if I do HOW I catch it very quickly and dissolve it to continue to move.Ā Something I am asked a lot is āHow have you done it all without getting overwhelmedā. Iāve learnt key things along the way that have significantly compounded over the years that now Iām jus...
2023-08-1025 minSshh..Mom is Trying to ReadGet To Know Your Hosts!Listen along as Shae and Laken introduce themselves in this first bonus episode! They discuss TBR lists, July reads, August want to reads, and more! Goodreads Profile: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/165765682
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2023-08-0848 min
Sshh..Mom is Trying to ReadLocal Woman MissingJoin your hosts of Sshh..Mom is Trying to Read, Shae & Laken, this week as they discuss Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica. We are full of laughs and book talk! Listen as we rate, review, and share our thoughts & opinions on this week's book. We strive to make it seem like you're talking about your favorite books right along with your friends!
2023-08-0130 mininHER POWEREp 78 - One Thing You Need To Become SuccessfulIn this conversation I talk about the One Thing I believe you need to have and learn in order to not only be successful but stay the course no matter what.Ā This is a really important piece of how you commit to your growth and success not just when itās easy but also when we are presented with challenges, when things feel hard, and when itās not what we thought it would be.I invite you to contemplate on this and really look...
2023-07-2725 mininHER POWEREp 77 - Being SeenTall Poppy Syndrome, comparison and cutting people down is far to ānormalisedā in our culture and it doesnāt need to be. We all get to thrive in whatever is important for you.I decided to record this episode from my own experience recently in my next level of ābeing seenā and āvisibleā which I didnāt know had deeper layers to it as I have done so much work around this AND going to new levels it popped up to breakthrough.This comes from my recent c...
2023-07-2024 mininHER POWEREp - 76 Building The Life and Business of Your Dreams and Creating Wealth! with Sofia BernardiIām joined today by the amazing Sofia Bernardi.Ā Voted as one of the top 30 coaches to look out for in 2021 by the New York City Journal, Sofia Rose Bernardi is a Mindset & Business Coach helping female coaches run challenges and events so they can easily rise to $10K+ monthsĀ through The Rising Coach Method.Ā Sofia built a half-a-million-dollar coaching business by the age of 24 and credits her journey to the discovery of the combination of mastering your Psychology, Strategy, and Energy and the process she journ...
2023-07-1352 mininHER POWERRelationships + BizHey, Iām back in your earballs from some amazing episodes!In this episode, I decided to go deeper into an IG post that I wrote around my relationship with Daniel.ā10 things Iāve learnt about relationships after 10 years togetherā and I decided to add āhow this applies to businessā also.In June, we celebrated 10 years together and I am very happy about that. The marriage we have and the relationship we have cult...
2023-07-0637 minThe Twilight TerrorsEPISODE 12- The Deadly Brother DuoThis case has been on Laken's mind for years.. and I have found interest in it over the past year. We dive into the notorious case of two brothers who become horrific serial killers. We ask and answer all questions that we have about the case. We think you guys will really enjoy this one!
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2023-04-0114 minThe Twilight TerrorsEPISODE 11 (MINI)- Kirra Hart & Deontray FlanaganLaken and I have a special guest joining us this week... My roommate Audrey! We discuss many things in this episode but focus on two cases specifically. There are the cases of Kirra Hart and Deontray Flanagan. Like all true crime cases, these were hard to talk about, but we think it is important to spread awareness. We hope you enjoy this episode!
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2023-03-2821 min
Laken & Kyle at True Self Inc.The Perception Gap: Why it Matters and how to shift perspective to build shared understanding.In this episode, Laken & Kyle discuss communication in relationships with inherent power imbalances. Specifically, they talk about the importance of bringing awareness to the power balance of your relationships, why the power balance exists and who has the responsibility to bridge the gap in these relationships. They also discuss how not bridging the gap can lead to negative feedback loops, frustration, anger and fractured relationships (as opposed to stronger ones).
2023-03-2339 mininHER POWEREp 1 - I'm BACK! Life + Biz UpdateHey love,Ā Itās been a while and Iām back for Season 2 with the first episode to kick us off.Inside this episode, I share vulnerable and raw 2022 with myself, relationships, life, and business. I peel back the curtain on everything I lead myself through.The ups, downs, grief, celebration, and all things in between.Ā This is a relaxed conversation to give you an update on where Iāve been and I hope you enjoy it....
2023-03-1632 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Needs: What are they? Why do we have them? How do we meet them?In this episode, Laken and Kyle discuss the social-emotional needs, why we have them and how to meet them. They also discuss what happens when you may not be meeting your needs and how that can manifest in your life.
2023-03-1540 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Time: How do you spend it and why does it matter?In this episode, Laken and Kyle discuss our relationship with time and time management.
2023-02-1438 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Living with Intention: What is means and why you do it.In this episode, Laken and Kyle discuss what it means to live with intention, the difference between intention and purpose and how they implement this idea into their lives.
2023-02-0531 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Picking Your Battles: When, Why and How.We often get wrapped up in dealing with peopoe and problems without first evaluating what is really bothering us and what we want out of any given situation. In this episode, Laken and Kyle discuss their perpectives on how to manage and prioritize their energy and what they do before they engage a person to resolve a conflict.
2023-02-0236 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Pause: Why, When and How to respond instead of react in different areas of your lifeIn this episode, Laken and Kyle discuss āpausingā and giving yourself a chance to ārespondā versus āreactā. They also talk about trying to get out of your default emotional state and discovering how to feel better or different if you donāt know how.
2023-01-2030 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Boundaries: What are they? Why do we have them and how do we set them?In this episode, Laken and Kyle discuss their different perspective of boundaries. Each of them provide unique ideas on how to think about them and ways to establish them with the world.
2023-01-1934 minLaken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Personal Balance: What is it? Why do we do it? How do we implement it?In this episode, Laken and Kyle, discuss their different approaches to balance, what they try to balance and how they maintain it. Specifically, LAKE and talks about her method to achieve balance in her life and Kyle talks about the different things he tries to manage in his.
2023-01-1842 min
Laken & Kyle at True Self Inc.Personal Mission: Why you need it and how to choose it.In this episode Laken and Kyle talk about their unique paths in discovering their personal missions and how they use it to achieve their shared mission and vision. Specifically, they discuss their achievements, progress, growth, struggle and difficulties.
2023-01-1231 min
The Places You'll GoCarbondale, Illinois - Malicious Intent and The Hundley House HauntingsThe season finale will take us to rural southern Illinois. The Land of Lincoln will not disappoint with adventure or strange tales. Chance will lead us out with the unsolved Pyramids Apartments arson and Laken ends the season by exploring the chilling hauntings at the Hundley House. Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2022-03-1852 minThe Places You'll GoSpartanburg, South Carolina - A Kidnapping and a Cold Case, and Never at RestThis week our hosts transport us back into the Deep South for a Palmetto State adventure. After taking in the beauty of upstate South Carolina, Laken tells the tale of kidnapping, a cold case, and a psychotic real estate agent, Todd Kohlhepp. Then Chance will take us on a tour of the most haunted cemetery in Spartanburg, Oakwood a.k.a. Hell's Gate.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2022-03-1142 minThe Places You'll GoYellowstone National Park - 50 Miles to Die in Yellowstone and Lingering HistoryWe are celebrating the birthday of the first National Park in the world by exploring the beauty of this inspirational area. After our wild west exploits, Chance tells the peculiar story of the Yellowstone Zone of Death and Laken recounts the haunting tales of some of the park's specters.--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2022-03-041h 13The Places You'll GoBlacksburg, Virginia - The Virginia Tech Massacre and To Hell, Not BackAfter exploring the stunning Appalachian Mountains of western Virginia and enjoying the offerings of this quaint college town, Laken will tell the tragic tale of the Virginia Tech mass shooting and Chance dives into the lore of the Hell Hounds of Virginia.Sources: Cryptid Wiki, Reuters, and History.com--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2022-02-2557 minThe Places You'll GoManhattan, Kansas - St. Mary's Guests and Black FridayDon't write Kansas off, because our hosts will make it clear this week that, Wildcat country has so much to offer. After delving into the amazing adventures to be found in Kansas, Laken weaves the tale of the ghosts of the historical St. Mary's Hospital and Chance recounts the tale of The Great Flood of 1951.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2022-02-181h 12The Places You'll GoIndiana Dunes National Park - Girls Day and Wild at HeartTime to notch another installment in the National Parks series with one of the newest park in the system. Just because this park wasn't established until 2019 doesn't mean there aren't a plethora of amazing activities to take part in. After our adventure has ended, Laken will detail the disappearance of Anne Miller, Patricia Blough, and Renee Bruhl and Chance dives into the tale of the Michigan City Wild Child.Sources: https://blog.history.in.gov/mermaids-giant-turtles-and-wild-men-oh-my/#:~:text=In%20late%201839%2C%20a%20Pennsylvania,and%20very%20fond%20of%20water; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feral_child...
2022-02-111h 11The Places You'll GoToms River, New Jersey - Blind Faith Murder and The 13th ChildThis week we are headed to the Garden State for yet another east coast adventure. After guiding us through the sights of the Jersey Shore, Laken tells the peculiar tale of the murder of Maria Marshall and Chance will dive into the deep origins of the infamous Jersey Devil.Ā Sources: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/01/30/sons-fight-keep-blind-faith-killer-in-prison/22577249/; https://www.nj.com/news/2014/05/30_years_later_a_confession_to_the_murder_of_maria_marshall.html; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_O._Marshall; https://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/perfect-marriage-masked-husband-plot-wife-murdered-article-1.3482888; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J...
2022-02-0457 minThe Places You'll GoGrand Island, Nebraska - Like a Hurricane and The Witch's BridgeDon't sleep on the Corhusker State! Though Laken and Chance may not be big fans of their home state's western neighbor, they set their distain aside to take us on a Great Plains adventure (kind of). This week Chance will detail the tragic tale of the Schoolhouse Blizzard of 1888 and Laken recounts the story of the Witch's Bridge and ponders a possible curse.Ā Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schoolhouse_Blizzard; https://www.minnpost.com/minnesota-history/2013/01/125-years-ago-deadly-children-s-blizzard-blasted-minnesota/; https://web.archive.org/web/20171020084402/http://www.nebraskahistory.org/publish/markers/texts/blizzard_of_1888.htm; http://midwesternghostsandhauntings.b...
2022-01-2155 minThe Places You'll GoMilford, Delaware - An Innocent Victim and The Mysteries of Woodburn MansionThe first state definitely won't disappoint. This week our hosts guide us through the costal plains of Delaware on an amazing adventure. After enjoying all the banks of the Mispillion River have to offer Chance tells the story of the unsolved murder of Maricruz Sanchez and Laken will recount the many hauntings of Woodburn Mansion.Ā Sources: https://dsp.delaware.gov/2021/04/05/update-4-victim-identified-delaware-state-police-investigating-shooting-incident-and-requesting-publics-assistance-with-identifying-suspect-harrington/; https://www.delawareonline.com/news/; https://www.wdel.com/news/police-milford-woman-was-an-innocent-victim/article_ecf1a63c-96d3-11eb-ae88-1b26a870b8ea.html; https://vocal.media/horror/haunted-delaware; https://woodburn.delaware.g...
2022-01-1456 minThe Places You'll GoEly, Nevada - The Missing and the Hunted and Strange HappeningsThis week our hosts are going to have more fun than they can shake a stick at in the Silver State. After some fun in the High Desert, Laken will dissect the mysterious disappearance and murder of Tiffany Booth and Chance will regale us with the high strangeness surrounding UFO sightings around Ely.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2022-01-0756 minThe Places You'll GoWatertown, New York - The Monster of the Rivers and The Pirate of the Thousand IslandsThis week Laken and Chance will take us on a tour of the Empire State's most beautiful region. After our upstate adventure, Laken recounts the story of the notorious serial killer Arthur John Shawcross and the missteps that helped him hide in plain sight and Chance tell us of the legendary Pirate Bill Johnson.Ā Sources: https://www.biography.com/crime-figure/arthur-shawcross; https://murderpedia.org/male.S/s/shawcross-arthur.htm; https://allthatsinteresting.com/arthur-shawcross; Wikipedia--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in...
2021-12-3149 minThe Places You'll GoDenali National Park and Preserve, Alaska - Alexander's Adventure and Murder By DenaliAs we pass the Solstice and approach Christmas, our hosts will transport us to the Last Frontier this week. After exploring the massive Denali National Park and Preserve, Chance gives his take on the story of Christopher McCandless a.k.a Alexander Supertramp and Laken will tell the mysterious tale of the murder of Lynn Butler and Richard Casler.Ā Sources: Wikipedia, nps.gov, https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/content/news/Authorities-arrest-man-for-double-murder-including-the-murder-of-his-own-wife-429962573.html, https://www.christophermccandless.info/--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Se...
2021-12-241h 12The Places You'll GoNew London, Connecticut - David's Story and Don't Gawk Too LongThis week our hosts will transport us to the New England coast and the deep harbors and fresh air of the shores of the Thames River. The Constitution State, though small, has so much to offer. After adventuring through this historic and unforgettable city, Laken will tell us the somber story of the murder of David Jasmine and Chance will unravel the tale of the Glawackus.Sources: https://www.courant.com/community/glastonbury/hc-glastonbury-glawackus-legend-20140820-story.html; https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Glawackus; http://fearsomecritters.org/lexicon3.html; https://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/tiffany-farrauto-sought-help-before-allegedly-killing-son; https...
2021-12-1754 minThe Places You'll GoIdaho Springs, Colorado - Into the Woods of the Rockies and What Lives in Phoenix Gold Mine?Our hosts are finally back from a, far-too-long, hiatus and settled into their new home in the Rocky Mountain State. To celebrate becoming residents of Colorful Colorado, Laken and Chance decided to take us to a quaint town just off of I-70. This week Chance will discuss the unsolved disappearance of 14-year-old Elizabeth Ann Miller and Laken will dive into the lore surrounding the Tommyknockers of the Colorado mines.Ā Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knocker_(folklore); http://beadandneedle.blogspot.com/2012/10/the-phoenix-gold-mine-ghostly-sighting.html; https://mix1043fm.com/haunted-colorado-gold-mine-in-idaho-springs/; https://unidentified-awareness.fandom.com/wiki/Beth_M...
2021-12-1050 min
The Places You'll GoSuperior National Forest - It Walks the Woods and Wolves or MurderAs we approach the finale of The Six Weeks of Halloween, our hosts will guide us deep into the North Woods of Minnesota. Though the communities that surround this peaceful forest welcome visitors from around the globe with open arms, the woods hide darkness unlike anywhere in the world. This week, Chance will make us even more weary of the woods, as he warns us of the Wendigo lurking in the darkness and Laken questions the official account of the disappearance and death of Jordan Grider.Ā Sources: https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Wendigo; https://e...
2021-10-221h 14
The Places You'll GoShiloh National Military Park - We Should Have Just Camped and The Tennessee WildmanThe site of four bloody American Civil War Battles, one of which ranks amongst the single largest loss of life in United States history, is sure to harbor some dark secrets. After taking us on a tour of the rolling hills of southern Tennessee and northeastern Mississippi, Chance weaves a tale of strange happenings in the park after the shroud of darkness covers the forest and Laken recounts a tale of an obscure cryptid known as the Tennessee Wildman.Ā Sources: Wikipedia, The Chickasaw Nation, Cryptid Wiki, National Park Service.Audio Credit: https://f...
2021-10-151h 05
The Places You'll GoVernal, Utah - Hold Your Tongue and Frequent FlyersWe're finally headed back to the west ,Chance is pretty pumped. This stop on our mysterious Halloween tour of the United States takes us to, what may be, the darkest stop we've taken yet. You'll have to listen to understand since Chance will teach us about the Dark Shamans of Utah and why their names should not be uttered and Laken details the history of the ranch that borrows their real name.Ā Sources: Wikipedia, Spirit Magazine Vol 10 # 1 1997 Weirdness Update, Cryptid WikiAudio Credit: https://freesound.org/people/humanoide9000/sounds/457070/; h...
2021-10-081h 20
The Places You'll GoNew Orleans, Louisiana - All That Jazz and Always Carry a FrogThe second installment of The Six Weeks of Halloween takes our hosts down the mighty Mississippi to the Big Easy. After all, what tour of American hauntings would be complete without a trip to this magnificent city with a troubled past. After finishing our Crescent City adventure, Laken will detail the terrible crimes, and peculiar conclusion, of the Axeman of New Orleans and Chance takes us on a tour of NOLA's cryptids and spirits.Ā Sources: Wikipedia, https://www.chron.com/news/article/10-things-I-learned-about-zombies-in-New-Orleans-4657894.phpAudio Credit: https://freesound.org/people/humanoide9000/sounds/457070/; h...
2021-10-011h 32
The Places You'll GoSalem, Massachusetts - The Witch House and They Are WatchingThe Six Weeks of Halloween has finally begun and we are starting it off with the most iconic of all spooky cities in the United States. After our hosts lead us through the historic and haunting streets that witches call home, Laken haunts us with a tale from the Salem Witch House and Chance makes us weary of traveling too far into the Massachusetts woods as he chills us with a story of the Puckwudgie.Ā Audio sources:https://freesound.org/people/humanoide9000/sounds/457070/https://freesound.org/people/cylon8472/sounds/249686/
2021-09-241h 23The Places You'll GoSavannah, Georgia - The Storm That Never Was and What Haunts the StreetsThe Hostess City of the South will play hostess to our Season 2 finale! As Chance and Laken wrap up the best season yet and prepare for "The Six Weeks of Halloween" they will guide us through the oldest city in the Peach State and all of the amazing experiences she has to offer. After our southern adventure things take a dark turn as Chance recounts the heartbreaking story of the Sea Islands Hurricane of 1893 and Laken will explore the dark and mysterious hauntings that Savannah is riddled with.Ā Sources: https://www.g...
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The Places You'll GoMackinac Island, Michigan - In Broad Daylight and The Watch Never EndedIt's time to hop a ferry with our hosts this week as we head to the United States' second National Park and the first state park in the Great Lakes State. After taking a buggy ride around this quaint little community surrounded by Lake Huron, Laken explores the brazen and inexplicably unsolved murder of Frances Lacey and Chance will recount the chilling and innumerable hauntings of historic Fort Mackinac.Ā Sources: āMackinac Island, Inside, Up Close, and Personalā by Island Dennis Cawthorne; https://www.hauntedplaces.org/item/fort-mackinac/; http://hauntedhouses.com/michigan/fort-mackinac/; https://www.macki...
2021-08-271h 19The Places You'll GoCuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio - Mommy's in the Rug and There's Something Out ThereWith special guest Kallie at their sides, our hosts will guide us through the stunning Cuyahoga Valley in northern Ohio. Hilarity ensues as Laken, Kallie, and Chance explore the beauty of this scenic river valley and chat about all of the awesome things to do, despite Kallie's hatred for Ohio. After an unforgettable Ohio experience Laken recounts the tragic murder of Jessie Davis and Chance haunts us with the story of the abandoned village of Boston. Ā Sources: Wikipedia; https://itsmth.fandom.com/wiki/Peninsula_Python; https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/helltown-ohio; https://en.wikipedia.o...
2021-08-131h 32The Places You'll GoThe Shoals, Alabama - Runnin' Over Tom Clark and Some Never LeaveWe just can't seem to stay out of Appalachia! Can you really blame us? This week Laken and Chance take in the beauty of the Tennessee River Valley in each of The Shoals four unique communities. After touring this perfect part of Deep South, Chance recounts the heartbreaking and horrendous crimes of 'Mountain' Tom Clark and Laken tells the spooky tales of of the Ghost Bridge of Florence and the Sweetwater Mansion.Ā Sources: Wikipedia, http://hauntedhaven.blogspot.com/2018/08/alabama-bandits-mountain-tom-clark.html; https://www.alabamapioneers.com/outlaw-mountain-tom-clark/; https://www.alabamaheritage.com/from-the-vault/-the-legend-of-mountain-tom-clark; hauntedplaces.org; "A T...
2021-08-061h 09The Places You'll GoCumberland, Maryland - Who Killed Jean Welch? and Bad BloodLet's cruise down the National Freeway straight into C-Land. This week our hosts take us deep into the rolling Allegheny Mountains in the Maryland Panhandle and after an Old Line State adventure, Laken dives into the terrifying, unsolved murder of Jean Welch and Chance explores the age old feud between the Snallygaster and the Dwayyo (Hexenwolf).Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-07-301h 09The Places You'll GoNarragansett, Rhode Island - The Missing Heart of the Fudalis and the Guardian of Indian CornerRhode Island it's for me! This week our hosts will take us to the shore of the Ocean State for an amazing old world experience. After venturing along the Narragansett Sound, Laken discusses the peculiar disappearance of Wojciech Fudali and the mental health crisis that may help explain it, then Chance digs deep into the chilling tale of The Headless Skeleton of Indian Corner Road.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/th...
2021-07-2354 minThe Places You'll GoJackson, Tennessee - Without a Trace and Drivin' That TrainWe're goin' to Jackson! Well not that one but Jackson nonetheless. Join Laken and Chance this week as they cruise I-40 east straight into the rolling hills of the Volunteer State. Once our hosts have wound through Jackson's unforgettable downtown, Laken will talk about the unexplained disappearance of Bethany Markowski and Chance recounts the real story of Casey Jones.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-07-161h 02The Places You'll GoLancaster, Pennsylvania - The Nightmare at Nickel Mines and the Hauntings at Haldeman MansionIt's time to head for Amish country. Join our hosts this week in southeast Pennsylvania as they take in the beauty and uniqueness of the Keystone State. After a colonial adventure through the Red Rose City, Chance recounts the somber story of the West Nickel Mines school shooting and the Amish response to the tragedy and Laken haunts us with tales from historic Haldeman Mansion.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/th...
2021-07-0957 minThe Places You'll GoGlacier National Park, Montana - Jordan Graham's Cold Feet? and the Ghosts of GlacierThis week our hosts transport us to the Crown of the Continent. Join Laken and Chance as they discuss the amazing activities and experiences they partook in during their recent trip to Glacier National Park. Then, Laken will tell us the tale of Jordan Graham and Cody Johnson and Chance will recount the stories of the lingering spirits of the park.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-07-021h 20inHER POWEREp 52 - Drop the StoryWho would you be without your story?Ā The story of - Iām stuck, overwhelmed, I canāt do this, Iām never going to change etc etcIn this episode I talk about how our story becomes the thing we listen for in our lives therefore find evidence to validate the story and then inside of that reinforces more of the same storyOur story is holding us backKeeping us stuck at the same levelIn orde...
2021-06-2930 minThe Places You'll GoLake Charles, Louisiana - When the Devil Came to Mardi Gras and the Ghost of Toni Jo HenryThis week's adventure won't be far from an interstate. Join our hosts as they take us to southwest Louisiana for an awesome creole adventure. After traversing the lake area, Chance will tell us about the peculiar investigation into the murders of Pam and Eric Ellender and Laken will recount the Hollywood-worthy tale of Toni Jo Henry.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-06-251h 12The Places You'll GoBighorn National Forest, Wyoming - The Crow and the Spirits of the BighornsThe mountains are calling again. This week Laken and Chance will take us to the mighty Bighorn Mountains and the home of the Crow and Shoshone Nations. After traversing this million acre gem of the west, Laken will tell us the peculiar tale of the disappearance of Robert 'Bugsy' Springfield. To finish our journey, Chance will tell the lore of Lake Desmet and the Little People of the Pryor Mountains.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport th...
2021-06-1854 mininHER POWEREp 49 - Choose Your HardToday's episode is all about "Choosing Your Hard"! This is a juicy episode so I hope you enjoyĀ Laken xx
2021-06-1523 minThe Places You'll GoBurlington, Vermont - Operation Bada Bing and The Lake Champlain MonsterThis week Laken and Chance head to the largest city in Vermont! That might not be saying much but, Burlington has a lot to offer. After some adventure in the Queen City, Laken will try to unpack the crimes Sean Fiore (at least the parts that aren't redacted) and Chance attempts to uncover the truth behind the legendary "Champ".--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-06-111h 18The Places You'll GoPoint Pleasant, West Virginia - The Hauntings of Mason County and the Legend of Silver BridgeThis week our hosts will transport us to a truly paranormal city on the banks of the Ohio River. Join Laken and Chance as they visit the eclectic home of First Nations curses, spectral hotel staff, and possibly the most legendary of all cryptids...Mothman.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-06-041h 01The Places You'll GoLake Sakakawea, North Dakota - The Massacre at Turtle Lake and A Beast in the Missouri RiverJoin Laken and Chance as they transport us to the rural reaches of North Dakota and one of the nations largest reservoirs. Our hosts explore the breathtaking shores of Lake Sakakawea, visit the massive Garrison Dam, and grab some food on the Fort Berthold Reservation. Chance will delve into the most gruesome murder in North Dakota's history, the Wolf Family Massacre, and Laken transports us into an experience with the Miniwashitu.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/me...
2021-05-281h 16The Places You'll GoPaducah, Kentucky - The Tragedy at Heath High School and The Cohen That Never LeftThis week our hosts take us to the banks of the Ohio and Tennessee rivers amongst the rolling hills of Western Kentucky. Laken and Chance hop off of I-24 to visit this eclectic and charming city that is packet with peculiar history. Laken tells the gut-wrenching story of one of the first school shootings in the United States and Chance terrifies us all with the tale of the Paducah Hot Springs and a former tenant of a historic building that may have stuck around.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ht...
2021-05-211h 08The Places You'll GoRocky Mountain National Park, Colorado - A Monster on Deer Mountain and What's Eating William CurrenceOur hosts start Season 2 with a bang, transporting us to another of the stops on their honeymoon. Wind your way through the Rockies with Laken and Chance as they get pumped up recounting their unforgettable visit to the park, uncover the truth behind the murder of Sandra and Toni Henthorn, and piece together the mysterious death of William Currence.--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-05-141h 14The Places You'll GoEureka, California - The Missing Five and Where Bigfoot BeganCruise up the 101 with us as our Laken and Chance take us on an adventure through the redwood forests of Cali's Northern Coast. We found it! Eureka, that is. Join our hosts as they discuss the Victorian beauty of old town Eureka, the port city's unique history, and the splendor of the region's towering forests. This week Laken delves into the mystery surrounding The Missing Five and Chance excites us with the origin story of the cryptid that started it all for him.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://an...
2021-04-301h 20The Places You'll GoTaos, New Mexico - The Witch Hunter of Taos and the Song of the MountainsThis week our hosts guide us on a journey through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, with a little help from a special guest. Join Laken, Chance, and Macey as they discuss the unforgettable experiences found only in the most enchanting city in the Land of Enchantment. Then Chance weaves the tale of the supernaturally inspired murder of Roxanne Houston and Laken attempts to unearth the source of the Taos Hum.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport th...
2021-04-231h 00The Places You'll GoBadlands National Park, South Dakota - The Wounded Knee Massacre and the Tale of the Badlands BansheeWhat a bad place to start our National Parks Series (see what we did there). On this week's episode, our hosts kick off their newest series at the baddest of all the National Parks. They chat about the amazing wildlife and heart stopping views of the Badlands and dive into the offerings of the remote communities surrounding it. Chance gets emotional as he recounts the heartbreaking events that took place at Wounded Knee Creek on December 29th, 1891 and Laken chills us to the bone as she unwraps the legend of the Banshee of the Badlands.Ā --- This episode i...
2021-04-161h 03The Places You'll GoNorth Shore, Oahu, Hawai'i - The Tragic Murder of Telma Boinville and the Legend of the Mysterious Mo'oTime to leave the States, well the continental ones. Join Laken and Chance as they revisit one of the most beautiful places in the world and Chance's favorite vacation spot. Then, our hosts discuss the heinous murder of Telma Boinville and recount the legends of the Mo'o and the old woman of the highway.--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-04-091h 00The Places You'll GoTales from the Road - The Big AnnouncementLaken and Chance finally make their big announcement, only a month late. Then they tell some stories that didn't make the cut in the full length episodes on St. Augustine and Show Low.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-04-0524 minThe Places You'll GoMoscow, Idaho - The Unsolved Murder of Janice Foiles and the Day the Mountains CriedJoin Laken and Chance as they cruise into the Heart of the Arts on US-95 to visit a mountain town like no other. This week our hosts stroll historic downtown Moscow, bask in the beauty of the lush forests and rolling hills of the Idaho Panhandle, and attend exciting events at the University of Idaho. Finally, they unfurl the mystery surrounding the murder of Janice Folies and examine the terrifying events of the Great Fire of 1910 and the lasting impression it left on the region.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a po...
2021-03-261h 04The Places You'll GoBaraboo, Wisconsin - The Bone Breaker Killer and the Things that Bump Baraboo in the NightThis week our hosts exit I-90 and head for the edge of the Driftless Area in central Wisconsin. They chat about all of the circus-centric fun to be had in Baraboo (the home of the Ringling Bros), adventure through Wisconsin's wild places, and dig in for some great food and beer. Finally, Laken and Chance discuss the heinous crimes of Joe Clark and the strange hauntings of Baraboo.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: ht...
2021-03-1959 minThe Places You'll GoBar Harbor, Maine - The Mysterious Murder of Leslie Spellman and the Spirits of AcadiaThis week, cruise down Highway 3 with our hosts to majestic Mount Desert Island and take in bewitching views of Bar Harbor. After enjoying food and brew by the ocean, Laken and Chance discuss the circumstances surrounding the unsolved murder of Leslie Spellman, in 1977, and examine the haunting history of Acadia National Park.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-03-121h 06The Places You'll GoLake of the Ozarks, Missouri - Murder in the Missouri Hills and the Echoes of a Lost CityThis week Laken and Chance take you to the thrill hills of Missouri to recount vacations of their youth. Join or hosts as they reflect on trips long past on Missouri's largest reservoir, discuss an unsolved murder in the Ozarks, and follow the ghostly sounds of a city long past.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-03-0558 minThe Places You'll GoPuget Sound, Washington - A Salish Sea Mystery and Something Lurking in the DepthsHop in as Laken and Chance head to the far northwestern reaches of the continental United States. This week our hosts take you on a captivating tour of Washington State's largest body of water, investigate a mystery that haunts the region to this day, and try to figure out if a titan is hiding just below the surface of the sound.--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-02-261h 11The Places You'll GoSt. Augustine, Florida - A Deadly Feud and the Spirits of the First CoastExit I-95 with Laken and Chance as they visit the oldest city in the continental United States. This week our hosts chat about the deep south/island living vibe in this historic Spanish city, get your mouth watering over local eats and brews, dive into a not-so-mysterious feud turned murder, and recount some ghostly tales from America's First Coast.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-02-191h 20The Places You'll GoMissoula, Montana - Who is Christy Crystal Creek? And Some Garden City HauntingsJoin Laken and Chance as they adventure into Big Sky Country in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, try to unravel a web of serial murders and the identity of a victim, and recount the tails of a Montana haunted house.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-02-121h 17The Places You'll GoCape Lookout, North Carolina - A Tragic Murder and a Ship in the FogRide along with Laken and Chance to the southern tip of North Carolina's Outer Banks as they dream of a relaxing island vacation, discuss true crime, and get chills talking about the ghosts of the coast.Ā --- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-02-051h 11The Places You'll GoShow Low, Arizona - A Ghost in the Mist and Lights in the ForestJoin Laken and Chance as they discuss the amazing things to do in Show Low and learn a little more about the paranormal past of this picturesque mountain town.--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
2021-01-291h 00The Places You'll GoNewport, Oregon - Murder on the Coast and Kombucha in the Woods?This week Laken and Chance reminisce about one of their favorite cities, dive into a murder mystery, and try to figure out what makes all of the strange sounds in the forests surrounding Newport, Oregon.--- This episode is sponsored by Ā· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theplacesyg/support
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Leave To FindMeet Lily and Frankie, Laken's Special BuddiesMeet Laken's Special Buddies - Lily and Frankie. Lily is a grey puppy and we can't remember exactly where she came from. Frankie is as colorful as the rainbow and was a gift from grandpa. We want to know who you are and where youāve been! Come hang out with us over on Instagram @leavetofind. We canāt wait for you to see what we get up to and chat with you there! SHOW NOTES: Find them here WEBSITE: www.leavetofind.com
2020-09-2304 mininHER POWEREp 1 - Laken's StoryThis episode is to give you some insight into Lakenās story for the very first time. How she found her way from rock bottom to living inHER POWER and now lives her life in supporting other women to feel empowered on who they are here to be.
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