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Jessica Cooper and Alex Suriano explore and celebrate the strange and unusual history of Detroit with a side of humor. They tell stories, share a cocktail, and have some laughs while discussing the great and sometimes ooky spooky city they love.

Alex Suriano, Jessica Cooper


    • Mar 23, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 155 EPISODES


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    Ep. 151 - There's Something About St. Aubin (St. Aubin st Massacre continued & the other St. Aubin St Massacre)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2023 69:39


    In this episode Jess & Alex catch up on the tree that almost took out Alex's house, some watches, and life. Then Jess continues on with more information about the St. Aubin Street Massacre, before telling Alex about the OTHER St. Aubin street massacre. Was Benny Evangelista only Benny Evangelista? What happened just a mile away a short time later? And what happened on the same street in 1990 that has some eerie similarities? Tune in to find out. staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 150 - We're Back! (The Detroit Occult Murders Revisited)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 103:49


    Our time off went a little longer than planned, but, we're back! And, we're re-visiting and oldie but a goodie - The Detroit Occult Murders (ep.4) with a slightly deeper dive. What happened to Benny Evangelist and his family? Who are the suspects? And what motives may they have had? Stick around after to hear a synopsis of the first few chapters of Benny's self-published book: "The Oldest History of the World." staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 149 - ROAD TRIP to Roll Down (How Jerry Selbee found a loophole in the lottery)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 84:08


    Jess & Alex catch up, talk about parades, trips to NYC, & trash food. Then Jess tells Alex the story of how Jerry Selbee found the loophole in the lottery, created an llc, and played for nearly 10 years pretty much professionally. How much did he win? What was the loophole? And what does a group of college kids have to do with it all? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 148 - A Real Turkey (Henry Ford)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 50:49


    Alex and Jess catch up after a few weeks off. They chat a little and then Alex tells Jess about the man behind the cars - Henry Ford, diving into the good, but mostly the bad and the ugly. What publication did he put out for near a decade? How did he have a large influence over WWII? And what was his "peace ship?" Tune in to find out this and more staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 147 - Croakie's Utopia Party Island Inc P2 The Sequel (Dog Lady Island & The Dogman of Michigan)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 66:54


    This week Jess and Alex briefly chat about a few pieces of housekeeping. Then Jess does a double header and brings two stories for the dogs (can't resist the chance for a pun.) First up she tells Alex about Dog Lady Island just off the coast of Monroe, MI. How many uses has the island had? Who was left on the island for decades alone? And what failed ventures have been there? Next up is the legend that is Dogman, Michigan's own cryptid. When did the legend start? What happened on the radio to make it more well known? And was a dogman caught on film? Tune in to find out! AND - Check out Weiss Distilling Co in Clawson, MI (especially before the end of October to have one of the cocktails named after a few stories we've covered!) staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 146 - We Love a Recommendation (82 Alfred Street & Only Lovers Left Alive)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 81:39


    Alex and Jess catch up in general and end up talking about the movie Bros a bit. Then Alex tells Jess about 82 Alfred Street, and surprises her with a movie watch, why? Because 82 Alfred street was one of the main filming locations for the movie "Only Lovers Left Alive." Why was that house chosen? What was inside and used in the movie? And what is the 2013 movie about? Join to find out! And of course... staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 145 - A Collage (St. Andrews Hall, The St. Andrews Society, John Sinclair, & The Fifth Estate)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 65:29


    Join us this week and Jess & Alex catch up a little. The Jess tells Alex a story about The history behind St. Andrews Hall, and a few sides journeys into the history of some of the people who have been a part of it's history. Who built the hall? Who was one of the first people to book musical acts there? And what other pieces of history was he involved in? Tune in to find out. And as always; #staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 144 - So Many Rhymes (May & Nay Ford)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 47:46


    Alex & Jess talk about Autumn, and go over some Pumpkin Spice items that just shouldn't exist. Then Alex tells Jess about May Denton, aka May Ford, married to Nay Ford. What put May in the papers? What did she have to say about all of it? And how is "Kansas City Ed" involved? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 143 - Your Uncle in the Furniture Business (The Murder of Harvey Leach)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 39:09


    "You've got an uncle in the furniture business" was a popular jingle in the 1970's around Metro Detroit well known from the Joshua Doore commercials. But what happened to owner Harvey Leach the day before his wedding? And how does it have some (possible) deep connections to another cold-case from the 1970's? Tune in to find out staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 142 - Alex Was There With His Phonograph (The Detroit Stock Market)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 49:15


    After a little time off, Alex & Jess catch up a bit and talk about trips and things they've watched. Then Alex tells Jess about the Detroit Stock Market. How long did it last? How did it get it's own building? And what led to it's end? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 141 - ACTUAL ROAD TRIP to Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 50:27


    This is a bit different from our regular episodes - After years we've finally done it, completed an ACTUAL road trip. Recording on it didn't work out but we've got some ookies and some spookies from Marshall, MI to share with y'all. Things got pretty busy, but we didn't disappear! We're back for one more summer episode, then we will be back to our regular weekly episodes in September, until then STAY STRANGE! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 140 - Pasta Salad Season (Michigan LGBTQ History Pt. 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 78:26


    This week join as Alex finishes his three part episode about Michigan's LGBTQ History. But first Alex and Jess talk summer picnic foods & create "Reiteration roundup." Then Alex tells Jess the last part of his three part series about Michigan's LGBTQ History. Covering the '80s through to 2022, this episode touches on Gay Panic, ACT UP, Drag Pageants, and where Michigan and the LGBTQ community stand today. What new ridiculous laws were passed? What does the Jenny Jones show have to do with this episode? And where are things at today? Tune in to find out. And as always, #staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 139 - Gaily Speaking (Lesser known LGBTQ Events & Figures in Michigan's History Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 77:24


    Alex & Jess warm-up with some vocal exercise, talk "Murder She Wrote," & about psychic abilities. Then Alex continue to tell Jess Part II of his 3 part series of Lesser known LGBTQ Events & Figures in Michigan's History. How did one man gain 6 million followers, and then get arrested? What ridiculous laws were in state before the 60's? And, how did one MSU student's disappearance lead to Dungeons & Dragon's becoming part of the Satanic Panic of the 80's? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 138 - Happy Pride Y'all! (A few figures/stories from Michigan's Alphabet Mafia Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022


    Join Alex & Jess as Alex tells some stories about lgbtqia+ stories, and people throughout Michigan's history. staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 137 - When You Can't Make Homemade, Store Bought is Just Fine (David Hahn, The Radioactive Boyscout)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 73:34


    Jess & Alex chat about Alex's new favorite at home activity, podcasts they enjoy, & Jess's now former dream of playing Blanche Devereaux in something. Then they settle in and Jess tells Alex the story of David Hahn also known as the Radioactive Boyscout. What did he build in his mom's shed to require the EPA coming in? How did he get his hands on materials for his project? And why did he not get his Eagle Scout status in the end? Join us to hear more! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 136 - Indoor Bonfire (The Short Life of Hotel Pontchartrain)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 60:18


    Alex & Jess catch up on what their watching, Waffle House, and Andrew Garfield. Then Alex tells Jess about the short life of Hotel Ponchetrain that went from the hottest new hotel in town to shut down in 13 years. What made it shut down so quickly? Why was it the place to hear all of Detroit's hot goss? And why was the an indoor bonfire on purpose? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 135 - And He Ra-ah-an, He Ran so Far Away-ay-ay

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 67:12


    Warning: This episode contains descriptions of a very gruesome crime and scene Jess and Alex catch up and talk about hanging in the backyard in the summer, new shows they've watched, and if they think Carol Baskin's husband was fed to a tiger or not. Then Jess takes Alex on a Road Trip to Williamston, MI to tell him about the 1897 gruesome crime that was committed at 320 Elevator St. In a twist, there is no question whodunit, or how they did it, it just raises a lot of questions about the state of mental health care then and now. *May is Mental Health Awareness month - Mental health matters staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 134 - We're Gonna Need a Bigger Building

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 37:10


    Alex & Jess catch up about what they've been watching, talk about camping, and make the decision to do some of the things they talk about doing. Then Alex tells Jess about the many identities of 7300 Woodward, otherwise known as the Lakeshore Building on Woodward. What 18 hold wonder did it once house? What was the building first built as? And why was it renovated only 3 years after opening? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 133 - The Man Who Died Twice?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 61:16


    On this week's episode Jess and Alex catch up and talk about what they've been watching (some new things, and some rewatches,) and some updates about lingering questions from past conversations. Then Jess tells Alex about the wild ride that was the aftermath and murder of Effie Phipps. What lead up to the murder? Why was figuring out where the murderer she be tried complicated? And did a man really die twice? Tune in to hear all this and more! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 132 - Crossword Enthusiast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 48:03


    Alex and Jess catch up on some things they've watched, Alex's new creative outlet, and their true feelings about public bathrooms. Then Alex tells Jess the chilling story of the Murder of Charles Housden by his soon to be ex-wife Nina. How was Nina caught? What terrifying things did she say afterwards? And what did she do to pass the time after the murder? Tune in and find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 131 - Fruitland

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 53:44


    Jess & Alex catch up as usual. They chat about what they're watching, 90's trends they skipped, and Alex's new art class! Then they go on a little "Road trip" as Jess tells Alex about the South Lyon Hotel, and some of the ghosties that might exist there and elsewhere in South Lyon, MI. How was the local area almost called Fruitland at one point? What happened to the South Lyon hotel not once but twice that caused major rebuilds? And, what was moved in the 1800's that might be the cause of all the spooks? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 130 - The Lost Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 54:14


    WERE BACK!!!! After a few weeks off, Alex & Jess are back to catch up on what they've been watching. Then Alex tells Jess all about the old Wayne County Building that stands in the middle of downtown, but doesn't get used for much anymore despite it's grand appearance. How did the cities municipalities quickly outgrow the building not long after construction? What is in the time capsule from 1997? And, how much did scaffolding cost the city? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 129 - Michigan Princess

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 86:18


    Join us as this week Jess & Alex recommend some shows and movies. Then Jess tells Alex the tale of Princess Clara - the Michigan Princess. How was she born into a lavish life? How did she save a prince from financial ruin? And how long did it take for her to fall in love with and run away a violinist? All this & more this week, tune in! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 128 - TKO

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2022 67:58


    Alex and Jess talk about what they've been creating in their "chopped" kitchens during the last snow storm. while they sip on some sangria. Then Alex tells Jess about the life of Joe Louis. What age did Joe Louis start fighting at? How did he change the sport of golf? And how did the IRS screw him over? Join us to find out! Psst.. if you're into tangents stay tuned after the closing song staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 127 - Friends Have the Best Meet Cutes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 74:28


    This week Jess & Alex talk about Valentines day (because that's when it was recorded), reflect on their very minimal knowledge of all things Superbowl and Alex tells Jess a little about the cruise he just got back from. Then Jess tells Alex about 60's civil rights activist Viola Luizzo and her murder. How did it happen? What was the aftermath? And how did it lead to a lawsuit against the FBI over a decade later? Join us staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 126 - Road Trip back to Battle Creek

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022


    Alex and Jess try to figure out sports theme songs, the canceled Adele concert, and pet insurance. Then Alex takes them back to Battle Creek to tell Jess about the mysterious death of Daisy Zick. Did the murder weapon come from the Kellog's factory where she worked? How many witnesses probably saw the assailant? And how did the case end after interviewing 800 people? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 125 - A Kerfuffle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 66:30


    In this episode Jess & Alex talk about living in their Comfy's (Blanket Sweatshirts,) Alex's fancy Lego set, and different forms of burial. Then Jess tells Alex about the tragedy that happened to the DeLisle family in 1989, and the bizarre trials and proceedings that followed. How did the media have a heavy hand in the trial? Who took the stand? And what updates have happened in the past year? Join us to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 124 - All the Flakes! (Kellogg Brothers Pt. 2/2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2022


    Join this week for the second part of the Kellogg Brothers! Jess and Alex warm up sipping on some hot toddies, catch up a toddy, and then Alex continues telling all about the John Harvey Kellogg, his brother, and the eventual creation of Cornflakes. How far can a feud go? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 123 - Road Trip: The Kellogg Brothers (Pt 1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 53:35


    Alex and Jess chat a little and then Alex dives in to part 1 of a 2 part story. This week he tells Jess about the creation of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, the upbringing of John Harvey Kellogg, and how he eventually ran the Battle Creek Sanitarium. What kinds of procedures was he a large proponent of? How did he "clinically" use yogurt? And why exactly did he make everyone collect their stool samples all day everyday? The answers to these questions and more in this weeks episode! Join us! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

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    Ep. 122 - I Think Therefore I Scam

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 45:05


    Happy 2022! We're back with a new story this week! First Jess & Alex chat about the end of 2021. Then Jess tells Alex about Detroit's Chameleon, William Douglas Street Jr. How did he perform 36 hysterectomies with no medical license? What were the reviews of his legal services? And what was the final scam he pulled in 2013 that eventually led to his arrest in 2015? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    BONUS Episode - Cinema Strange - Scream

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 27:53


    Bonus episode! This is a little different from our regularly scheduled show. Join us for a sneak peak at Cinema Strange, one of our patreon exclusive releases. In this episode Alex & Jess discuss the movie SCREAM. Alex has never seen it, and Jess is revisiting. Let us know what you think about the movie by sending us a message! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 121 - The You Can See Canada Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 53:48


    Jess and Alex sip on some coffee and catch up a little. Then Alex tells Jess the wild history of formally Cobo Hall. Why was the name Cobo problematic? Why did the name change a 3rd time after less than 5 years? And exactly HOW MUCH did it cost to build? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 120 - Numbent (Is Not a Word)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 56:31


    This week Jess & Alex catch up for a bit while sipping on some Moscow Yules. Then Jess tells Alex a story starting with the Satanic Panic of the 80's & 90's. She then tells him about the terrible murder of Stephanie Dubay. And the story finishes with talking about the largest Satanic Temple. staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 119 - Two Wrongs Don't Make a Right

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 54:45


    Jess and Alex talk about some weird jobs they had. Then they take a moment to recognize the tragedy that happened in Oxford, MI last week (6:40-14:00.) After they chat about a few shows they've been watching and Alex dives into a story. He tells Jess about the history and creator of the Brightmoor Neighborhood. What were new residents promised before they even arrived? What did they get? And who's money saved the residents in the end? Tune in to find out. staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 118 - Squabble, Squabble, Squabble

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 58:42


    Jess and Alex catch up after thanksgiving, talk a few movies, and dive into their love of Joan Cusack. Then Jess tells Alex the story of the life of Joseph Campau. How did he gain his wealth? What did he carry with him everywhere? And why were there soooo many lawsuits against him? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 117 - The Whole Ruth & Nothing But the Ruth

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2021 49:34


    We start this week with a big thank you to all of our listeners and Alex tries to see how many languages he can say "thank you" in. Then Jess and Alex talk about Sting, various dead technologies, and when computers frustrate while sipping on some cranberry mimosas. Then Alex tells Jess all about the Boroo Gang. How did the group get started? What was their biggest heist? In the end who was convicted and who walked free? staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 116 - It's a Collage!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 63:58


    Jess and Alex talk about the Tchotchkes, Dolls, & the metaverse. Then Jess tells Alex about Hotel Yorba as a collage; it's history, The White Stripes, and the Disappearance of Phyllis Flynn, all before reading some google reviews of the hotel. staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 115 - The Paper Clip Department

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 63:03


    Join this week as Jess & Alex catch up, talk about what they've been watching, and the homework they got from Scaring is Sharing. Then Alex tells Jess about the history of J.L. Hudson's. Who started the store? What is happening to the old Hudson's site now? And just how many bathroom stalls were there? Tune in to find out! And send us your memories of Hudson's to detroitstrange@gmail.com! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 114 - When the Coffee Date Doesn't Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 54:40


    Join this week, as Jess & Alex discuss how it can be Spooky Season whenever, Mandela Effects, and the delights that are Cyndi Lauper & Jeff Goldbloom. Then Jess tells Alex the story of the discovery of Phillip "Phil" Traci's body in 1984. How was the case grossly mishandled? Why was one of his best friends treated like a suspect? And, what other crime scenes around town may have been connected? Tune in this week to find out! The non-profit mentioned in this episode is: Equality Michigan (https://equalitymi.org/) staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 113 - Prophet for Profit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 51:59


    On this week's Detroit Strange, Jess and Alex talk about more information from last week's story about the Crouch Family, Getting Spooked, and "Classic" Thanksgiving Movies. Then Alex takes Jess on a road trip to Kirkland, Ohio to talk about Jeffrey Lundgren and his followers. Why did they choose Kirkland? What did they do there? And what ever happened to the Avery family? All this and more on this week's Detroit Strange staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 112 - It Was a Dark and Stormy Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 55:40


    This week Jess and Alex talk about costume ideas, the perks of being millennials, and if flip phones will ever really make a come back...Then they sip on some Cinnamon spice Apple Cider and Jess takes Alex on a little Road trip just outside of Jackson, MI to tell him the story of the Crouch Farm quadruple homicides. While this case was never solved there are some pretty good leads...Who could have done it? What motives were floating around? And how was there a confession given just a few years ago? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 111 - Buried By Candle Light

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2021 48:33


    This week Jess and Alex talk about being guests on "Scaring is Sharing" for their 50th episode! (Part of the Planet Ant Network) Then Alex tells a story of the Lady Bluebeard of Detroit, Euphemia Mondich. How many times was she married? How many survived? And what was the damning piece of evidence she couldn't explain away? All this and more on this week's Detroit Strange! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 110 - Same Architect!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 65:23


    This week Jess & Alex meet mid-day to record and chat about what they've been watching in the past week and decide to sip on some hard ciders to get into the fall season. Then Jess tells Alex two stories about some buildings in the city with rumors of paranormal activity; St. Agnes Cathedral & The Detroit 6th Precinct (McGraw) Building. What do the two building surprisingly have in common? (You can probably already guess) Who visited St. Agnes in the 80's that filled the seats once again? And what caused 5 workers during building clean up at the old 6th precinct building to quit on the spot? Join us to find out! And of course... staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 109 - Since You've Been Gone

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 50:19


    This epsiode Alex and Jess chat about everyone's favorite internet website; snopes.com, the development of how news spreads on tik tok, and Reeses holiday shaped peanut butter cups. Then Alex dives in to tell Jess about 3 Michigan "Ghost Towns." What is Michigan's Pompeii? Where is Michigan's Atlantis? And what is the connection between moss and a possible curse?  Join us this week to find out! And of course... staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 108 - Pick Your Poison

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021


    Join Jess & Alex this week as they catch up about some strange things they've learned, using torches, and a few bad puns while sipping on some Fig Rosemary Cocktails. Then Jess dives in to tell Alex about the story behind, and continued lore of the Dixboro Ghost. Who was she? How did she die? What secret did she know that sent her to her grave? Come for the story, stick around for the poor Irish accent! This week's sources: https://dixboro.com/about-us/about-ghost/ https://www.mlive.com/annarbornews/2008/04/dixboro_ghost_part_of_local_lo.html findagrave.com Ann Arbor News, October 30, 2000 Story by Marilyn Trumper-Samra “155-year-old legend tells of a ghost who lurked in Dixboro” From aadl.org http://glakes-tales.blogspot.com/2015/04/ mentalfloss And of course, staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 107 - There's Something about Lewen

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 55:53


    Join us this week as Alex and Jess talk a few movie recommendations and then Alex tells Jess all about the alias queen Sarah Elizabeth Lewen? What were some of her many crimes? What horrendous thing did she do that finally landed her in jail? And what career did one of the detectives from her case end up doing later? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 106 - Detroit's Own Cecil Hotel

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 47:02


    Join this week and Jess and Alex still can't stop thinking about pizza, chat quickly about what their watching, and sip on some Truly Punches. Then Jess tells many stories about what she's decided to call Detroit's version of the Cecil Hotel; The Savoy/Hotel La Salle/Hotel Detroiter/Carmel Hall. How did famous early radio broadcast celebrity Jerry Buckley meet his death in the lobby? What else was going on that gave July 1930 the nickname 'Bloody July' in the city? What final discovery in the 80's led to the building being closed for over decade before it was demolished? Tune it to find out all this and more! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 105 - It's Hip to Be Square

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 53:31


    This week Alex and Jess talk about perscription drug ads, board games, and camping whil sipping on some Spicer's (#notsponsed) wine. Then Alex dishes up a saucy story about Detroit Style Pizza. Who came up with it? How are the pizza world championships involved? And how has it recently become a food trend? All this and more on this week's episode! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 104 - The Great Big Nincompoop

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 66:01


    Join us this week as Jess and Alex talk a little about trips they had, the stars, and ideas for reality shows. Then Jess dives in and tells Alex all about the man behind the road; Augustus Woodward. How was he involved in early money laundering? Why was the street named after him? And what other bafoonery turned him into the original snow bird? Tune in to find out! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 103 - That's a Big Building

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 49:53


    Welcome to episode 103! This week Alex and Jess talk about the party they had for their 100th episode, complete with karaoke contest. Then Alex tells Jess about the mammoth building that is well known in the Detroit skyline, none other than The Detroit Renaissance Center! What cutting edge 70's design elements were included in it? If you've been to Atlanta or LA why does it look so familiar? And just how many bedsheets do they have to wash in the hotel? Tune in for all this and more! staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

    Ep. 102 - How to go Bankrupt

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2021 55:41


    This week Jess & Alex explore the deep questions like "how do I walk?," they chat about some fun upcoming ideas, beer cocktails, and a listener updated. Then Jess tells Alex about the history of Stroh's. Which Strohs family member came here originally? How did the company survive during prohibition? What decisions led to the company being sold? staystrange Email us your interesting Detroit stories, story suggestions, or just to say hey: detroitstrange@gmail.com IG & Twitter: @detroitstrange Patreon: @detroitstrange And check out our Threadless shop for merch! (detroitstrange.threadless.com)

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