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Dive deep into Lake Michigan’s most chilling true stories: the Rouse Simmons “Christmas Tree Ship” that still haunts the waters after sinking in 1912, and Waugoshance Lighthouse where a prankster keeper’s ghost terrorizes visitors over a century later.
Explore with me these well-documented ghost sightings, archaeological discoveries, and ongoing paranormal activity on America’s deadliest Great Lake.
Features the tragic tale of “Captain Santa” Herman Schuenemann and 17 lost souls, plus the infamous John Herman whose supernatural pranks continue to this day. Real history, real hauntings, real Lake Michigan maritime mysteries.
RESOURCES & REFERENCES:
•Wisconsin Historical Society Maritime Archaeology Reports
•Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum Archives
•National Archives Maritime Records (RG 21)
•Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary
•Rogers Street Fishing Village Museum, Two Rivers, WI
•Gulliver Historical Society Lighthouse Records
•“Michigan’s Haunted Lighthouses” by Dianna Higgs Stampfler
•“The Historic Christmas Tree Ship” by Rochelle Pennington
All historical facts verified through primary sources and maritime archaeological evidence.
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
Ep 6 Saint Nazianz: Wisconsin's Cursed Religious Colony
Deep in Wisconsin lies Saint Nazianz - a tiny town with one of the darkest paranormal reputations in the Midwest. Founded in 1854 by German priest Father Ambrose Oschwald, this religious commune was meant to be paradise. Instead, it became something far more sinister.
When Oschwald died in 1873, houses shook across town simultaneously. His body never decomposed for 53 years. For over 150 years, Saint Nazianz has been plagued by supernatural reports including the abandoned JFK Prep School that investigators call one of Wisconsin’s most haunted locations.
Join me as we explore documented history, witness testimonies, and the ongoing mystery of whether this former religious colony remains cursed.
**Sources & References:**
- Wisconsin Historical Society records
- NBC26 News paranormal investigation report
- Manitowoc County Historical Society archives
- The W-Files paranormal database
- Saint Nazianz Historical Marker documentation
- Cult of Weird paranormal research
- Local historian Bob Domagalski interviews
- Wisconsin Frights paranormal guide
- Historical newspaper archives
- Firsthand witness accounts and investigation reports
**Tags:** haunted Wisconsin, Saint Nazianz ghost stories, paranormal history, cursed towns, Father Ambrose Oschwald, JFK Prep School haunting, true ghost stories, Midwest mysteries
BONUS EP: The Bleeding Grave of Kate Blood & Riverside Cemetery
Wisconsin’s most infamous haunted cemetery holds a dark secret.
At Appleton’s Riverside Cemetery, the grave of Kate Blood allegedly drips real blood during full moons. But was Kate really an axe-murdering witch, or is this 150-year-old legend hiding a tragic truth?
We investigate the chilling paranormal activity at this historic cemetery - mysterious knocking from mausoleums, electronic malfunctions, ghostly apparitions, and the infamous bleeding tombstone. Then we reveal the shocking truth about Kate Blood’s real story and how an innocent tuberculosis victim became Wisconsin’s most notorious “witch.”
Discover the real Kate Blood (1851-1874), explore professional paranormal investigations, and learn how urban legends develop around tragic deaths.
**Resources & References**
Primary Historical Sources:**
- **Appleton Historical Society Archives** - Official records of Kate Blood’s life and death
On December 29, 1972, Eastern Air Lines Flight 401 crashed into the Florida Everglades, killing 101 people in one of aviation's most tragic accidents. But the Flight 401 crash was just the beginning of this true ghost story. When Eastern Air Lines salvaged parts from the Flight 401 wreckage and installed them in other aircraft, airline employees began reporting something impossible – real ghost encounters with the dead crew members aboard other flights.
In this paranormal podcast episode, we dive deep into one of the most well-documented hauntings in American history. From Captain Robert Loft ghost sightings appearing in first class to Flight Engineer Don Repo's apparition staring out of overhead bins, these weren't vague supernatural experiences but detailed encounters with apparently solid spirits who continued trying to protect passengers even after death. Despite Eastern Air Lines' threats to fire employees who spoke about the Flight 401 ghost sightings, the paranormal reports persisted for 18 months until the airline quietly removed all salvaged aircraft parts from their fleet – and the aviation ghost sightings stopped.
Join Creepy Shit Podcast for this chilling tale of aviation tragedy, corporate cover-ups, and protective spirits who refused to abandon their posts. This true haunting story explores documented paranormal activity, ghost encounters on airplanes, and one of aviation's most mysterious supernatural cases. Perfect for fans of true ghost stories, aviation mysteries, paranormal investigations, and real haunting experiences.
Today on Creepy Shit Podcast, we are exploring haunted salons – real haunted salons, and as an actual hairstylist of nearly 20 years, this episode is going to make you think twice about who could be standing behind you during your next salon visit.
We investigate two documented cases of paranormal activity in active beauty salons. First, the historic Dorris House in Grapevine, Texas, where salon owner Lauren Jackson experiences bottles of red nail polish mysteriously flying off shelves and lights turning on by themselves. Then we visit Jazz Hair Salon in South Shields, England, where owner Sheena Carmichael deals with unplugged dryers spinning on their own and a disembodied voice telling customers to "get out."
I'll share my own unexplained encounter from two decades behind the chair, plus explore why beauty salons seem particularly prone to ghostly activity. These aren't just ghost stories - they're documented experiences from professional businesswomen willing to risk their reputations by speaking about the unexplainable.
**Content Warning:** This episode contains some explicit language and descriptions of potentially unsettling paranormal activity.
### RESOURCES & REFERENCES
**Featured Haunted Locations:**
- **Renata Salons** (Dorris House) - 224 East College Street, Grapevine, Texas
- Built: 1896 by Dr. Thomas Benton Dorris
- Listed on National Register of Historic Places
- Owner: Lauren Jackson (since 2003)
- **Jazz Hair Salon** - Frederick Street, Laygate, South Shields, England
- Building History: Former Unionist club (1950s)
- Owner: Sheena Carmichael (32+ years in business)
In this episode of Creepy Shit, we dive into the forgotten folklore of the Nokken, a sinister water spirit from Scandinavian mythology. More methodical than monster, this shape-shifting entity uses hauntingly beautiful music to lure victims to watery graves. From ancient folklore to documented encounters in the late 19th century, discover why our ancestors feared still waters and beautiful melodies coming from misty lakes. Draw your own conclusions about what might still be lurking beneath the surface of remote Nordic waters.
**Content Warning:**
Contains descriptions of drowning, child endangerment, and psychological horror.
**Resources & Further Reading:**
1. Kvideland, R., & Sehmsdorf, H. K. (1988). *Scandinavian Folk Belief and Legend*. University of Minnesota Press.
- Comprehensive academic collection of Nordic folkloric entities, including several accounts of the Nokken.
2. Lindow, J. (2002). *Norse Mythology: A Guide to Gods, Heroes, Rituals, and Beliefs*. Oxford University Press.
- Contains contextual information about water spirits in Norse mythology.
3. Christiansen, R. T. (1964). *The Migratory Legends: A Proposed List of Types with a Systematic Catalogue of the Norwegian Variants*. FF Communications.
- Classification system of legend types including the Nokken (water spirit) traditions.
4. Simpson, J. (1988). *Scandinavian Folktales*. Penguin Folklore Library.
*Fair warning: this episode contains disturbing medical content that may affect your sleep. You've been warned!
What would you do if your body stopped obeying your mind? If you could think, feel, and see everything around you—but couldn't move a single muscle to show the world you were still in there?
Between 1917 and 1928, a mysterious epidemic swept the globe, leaving millions of people locked inside their own bodies. The medical community had never seen anything like it. They still haven't.
This week, I'm diving into one of the most terrifying medical mysteries in history—a disease that made people question everything they thought they knew about consciousness and free will. We'll explore cases that sound like something out of a nightmare, and discover why some experts believe this nightmare could be far from over.
Think you can handle knowing what it's like to be completely aware but utterly helpless? Think you want to understand what happens when your brain declares war on your body?
Press play if you dare. But don't say I didn't warn you.
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
Ep. 1 Shadows in the Glass: Uncovering the Truth at Myrtles Plantation
Ever stare into an old mirror and wonder what the hell it's seen before you came along? At Louisiana's Myrtles Plantation, the mirrors don't just reflect—they remember.
In this premiere episode, I'm diving into America's allegedly "most haunted home" where handprints appear on mirrors no matter how many times they're cleaned, ghostly figures show up in photographs, and visitors report being watched by something that definitely isn't on the tour.
But here's where shit gets interesting: the famous ghost stories they tell tourists? Mostly bullshit. The ACTUAL history and unexplained phenomena? Way creepier than the made-up stuff.
Join me as I separate haunted fact from fiction, explore the cultural folklore behind Southern hauntings, and figure out why some places just feel wrong, even when you're standing in broad daylight with twenty other people.
Welcome to Creepy Shit, where sometimes the strangest stories are the true ones.
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
Ep. 14 Terrible Tilly: The Deadliest Lighthouse in America
You guys, I cannot believe I haven’t told you about Terrible Tilly yet. This lighthouse off the Oregon coast is absolutely insane - and I mean that in the most terrifying way possible. We’re talking about Tillamook Rock Lighthouse, but everyone calls it Terrible Tilly because, honestly, what else would you call a place that’s basically a death trap perched on a rock in the middle of the Pacific Ocean?
So picture this: it’s 1879, and someone thought it would be a brilliant idea to build a lighthouse on this tiny, wave-battered rock that’s constantly getting demolished by 100-foot waves. The construction alone killed multiple people, and that was just the beginning. The lighthouse keepers who got stationed there? Let’s just say their job description should have included “must be okay with potential death by giant wave or complete mental breakdown.”
I’m talking about keepers getting swept into the ocean, supply boats that couldn’t even reach the rock for months at a time, and storms so intense that waves would crash over the entire 130-foot structure. These guys were literally trapped on a rock with no way off, watching the ocean try to kill them every single day. And the stories of what happened to some of these keepers… honestly, you’re going to need to hear this.
Trust me, after this episode, you’ll understand why Terrible Tilly earned its nickname and why it’s considered one of the most haunted and dangerous lighthouses in America. This is lighthouse horror at its absolute finest.
**RESOURCES FOR FACT-CHECKING & REFERENCE:**
- Oregon Historical Society Archives
- U.S. Lighthouse Service Records
- Coast Guard Historical Records
- Maritime Accident Reports (1879-1957)
- University Research Papers on Tillamook Rock
Ep. 13 The Great Peshtigo Fire: Echoes from the Ash
On the same night as the Great Chicago Fire, a deadlier inferno consumed the town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin, killing over 1,200 people in what remains America’s most devastating wildfire. But the tragedy didn’t end when the flames died out. For over 150 years, residents and visitors have reported phantom fires in the woods, voices warning of danger, and spirits still searching for loved ones they lost in the chaos.
Join us as we explore the documented paranormal phenomena surrounding the Great Peshtigo Fire of 1871. From cemetery apparitions and museum hauntings to helpful spirits guiding lost travelers to safety, this Wisconsin tragedy seems to have left a permanent psychic imprint on the landscape. We’ll dig into historical accounts, modern investigations, and eyewitness reports that suggest some loves are too strong to be extinguished by death.
This isn’t just another ghost story - it’s a deep dive into how extreme trauma can burn itself into a place so deeply that it becomes part of the environment itself. Whether you’re a believer or a skeptic, the consistency of reports spanning decades will make you question what you think you know about life, death, and the power of human connection.
**Content Warning:** Discussion of historical tragedy, death, and fire-related trauma.
Resources & References
Historical Sources
- Peshtigo Fire Museum Archives - Primary documents and survivor accounts
- Wisconsin Historical Society Collections - Official records & newspaper accounts from 1871
-The Great Peshtigo Fire: An Eyewitness Account by Reverend Peter Pernin (1971 reprint)
- Fire at Peshtigo by Robert W. Wells - Comprehensive historical analysis
- Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Historical Records - Transportation and evacuation documentation
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Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
- **Jack Sargeant** - Local Appleton historian specializing in Kate Blood research
- **Appleton Cemetery Association** - Current cemetery management and historical preservation
- **Local Paranormal Investigation Teams** - Professional ghost hunters and researchers
- **Wisconsin Folklore Specialists** - Academic experts on regional legends and mythology
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
- **Fuller, John G.** *The Ghost of Flight 401: An Extraordinary True Story* (1976) - The definitive book on the ghost sightings, based on extensive interviews with witnesses
- **Serling, Robert J.** *From the Captain to the Colonel: An Informal History of Eastern Airlines* (1980) - Provides skeptical perspective on the ghost claims
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Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
**Primary Source Materials:**
1. "Grapevine, Texas: Ghost stories in one of the city's oldest homes" - WFAA News
- "Dorris-Brock House Historical Marker" - Texas Historical Commission
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
- Accessible translations of traditional tales featuring water spirits.
5. Eriksson, L. (1889). *"Minnen från Sjön"* [Memories from the Lake]. Archives of Northern Swedish Folklore Collection, Uppsala University.
- Primary source account referenced in the episode.
6. Boberg, I. M. (1966). *Motif-Index of Early Icelandic Literature*. Bibliotheca Arnamagnæana.
- Contains catalogued motifs related to musical supernatural beings.
7. Olrik, A. (1921). *Principles for Oral Narrative Research*. Indiana University Press.
- Early scholarly work on Nordic folklore collection methods.
8. The Nordic Museum Archives, Stockholm - Collection of auditory folklore recordings from Northern Sweden (1925-1945).
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
- Local Newspaper Archives (1879-present)
Paranormal Investigation Reports (2000-present)
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
- Haunted Wisconsin by Michael Norman & Beth Scott - Regional paranormal compilation
*All paranormal accounts referenced are from documented sources including historical society interviews, official reports, and credible witness statements. Historical facts verified through multiple primary sources and academic research.*
Hello to all my fellow wanderers of the weird... the curious collectors of the uncanny... the strange and unusual souls who feel most at home in the shadows. Welcome to Creepy Shit.
Each week, I'll take you on a journey through genuinely haunted locations where the veil wears thin, unravel forgotten folklore that explains why that cold spot won't leave your bedroom corner, and share the essential knowledge.
No bullshit, no over-dramatic whispers, just the authentically creepy stories and spiritual survival skills you crave. Think of this as your paranormal field guide – equal parts campfire tales, cultural history, and "what to do when that shadow in the hallway definitely isn't your coat rack."
So come on, strange and unusual friends. Let's explore the unexplained together. New episodes weekly – for those who know the night has always held more truth than the day.
Follow on Instagram @creepy_shit_podcast for haunting images, paranormal evidence, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the research behind each episode.
