Mysterious Circumstances

'Mafia Spies' by Thomas Maier, is a true story of espionage and mobsters, based on the never-before-released JFK Files. Revolving around the outlaw friendship of Johnny Roselli and Sam Giancana, two mob buddies, and their fascinating world. A spy exposé, murder mystery, and shocking true story that recounts America's first foray into the assassination business. Who killed Johnny and Sam—and why wasn't Castro assassinated despite the CIA's many clandestine efforts? Mafia Spies is streaming now on Paramount+ and Showtime. Book is here —> https://www.amazon.com/dp/151077890X?&tag=skyhorsepub-20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I get to talk to Brian Stannard, author of the book 'Alcatraz Ghost Story', based on the life of Roy Gardner. Roy was an American criminal active during the 1920s. He stole a total of more than $350,000 in cash and securities and several times escaped from custody. He is said to have been the most hunted man in Pacific Coast history, having had a $5,000 reward for his head three times in less than a year. The newspapers in the West referred to him as the "Smiling Bandit", the "Mail Train Bandit", and the "King of the Escape Artists." He was one of the first inmates transfered to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. For more info on Roy's crazy life. you can pick up Brian's book here..... Alcatraz Ghost Story: Roy Gardner's Amazing Train Robberies, Escapes, and Lifelong Love Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alexander Solonik was a Russian gangster, known for his reputation as a notorious hitman in the Russian criminal underworld. Also known as Sasha-Macedonian and Superkiller, Solonik admitted to committing 43 contract murders and was involved in Russian Mob activity for much of the 1990s until disappearing after his third escape from prison. Solonik was found dead in Athens, Greece, in 1997. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charles Walton was found murdered on February 14th, 1945 in Warwickshire, England. The foremost police detective of the era, Chief Inspector Robert Fabian, led the investigation into Walton's death. The chief suspect for the murder was Alfred John Potter. However, there was insufficient evidence to convict Potter and the case is currently the oldest unsolved murder in the Warwickshire Constabulary records. The case has also earned notoriety due to its supposed connection with the local belief in witchcraft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

War Against the Mafia: How a Prosecutor and an FBI Agent Devastated the New York Mob. The true story of two law enforcement figures—one an FBI agent, the other a federal prosecutor—who led some of the most relentless and successful attacks on organized crime in American history. A unique and unexpected set of circumstances caused former federal prosecutor Dan Dorsky and former FBI agent Mike Campi to finally step forward and reveal themselves. The result is this tour de force, which details their years operating deeply in the trenches to devastate the mafia. You will learn how they took down a staggering array of mob bosses, underbosses, consiglieri, capos, soldiers, and other legends from all five New York crime families. You can get more details and purchase the book at the link below: https://www.amazon.com/War-Against-Mafia-Prosecutor-Devastated/dp/1510778020/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3T9GTDFW5CSIZ&keywords=war+against+the+mafia&qid=1694793572&s=books&sprefix=war+against+the+mafia%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Gary Simonds is a highly experienced neurosurgeon, former head of an academic neurosurgery program at Virginia Tech/Carilion Clinic. He is a Professor, and teaches regularly at, the Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.He was a biochemistry major at Dartmouth College. He went on to medical school at Rutgers and Neurosurgery residency and medical research fellowship at Walter Reed. He also holds a master's degree in Health Care Delivery Science from Dartmouth. Gary has written and spoken widely on the subjects of neuroscience, medical school admissions, humanism, medical socioeconomics, medical ethics, burnout, personal wellness, spirituality, death and dying, and the interface between science and religion. He's also the author of the book 'Death's Pale Flag', which combines neurosurgery and the paranormal. In this episode we discuss his book and also talk about the paranormal, sleep paralysis, near death expierences, and so much more. You can pick up a copy of his book 'Death's Pale Flag' anywhere. -- https://www.amazon.com/Deaths-Pale-Flag-Gary-Simonds/dp/B003R3111Ehttps://www.amazon.com/Deaths-Pale-Flag-Gary-Simonds/dp/B003R3111E Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On July 3, 1929, police officers walked into the house located at 3587 Saint Aubin Street in Detroit. Inside, they found a man named Benny Evangelista dead, seated behind his desk. His hands were neatly folded in his lap as though in prayer. Upstairs they found Mrs. Santina Evangelista and their four children dead as well. Benny was known as a mystical healer and many people in the community sought his help. So why would someone want to kill the entire family with an axe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Varginha UFO Incident involves a series of events in 1996 when residents of Varginha, Brazil claimed seeing one or more strange creatures and at least one unidentified flying object (UFO). Other associated claims include the capture of one or more extraterrestrial beings by the Brazilian authorities, animal fatalities at a zoo, and a woman impregnated by an extraterrestrial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The young Wyrick family had moved to the small town of Ellerslie, Georgia after buying their first house in 1989. Heidi's parents, Andrew and Lisa, wanted to move to the town to have a fresh start and to be in a safe place to raise a family. Shortly after moving in, Heidi had a new imaginary friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the last episode I mentioned that I had an interview with someone who recently saw the Brown Mountain Lights. Shane was nice enough to come on and tell us about his experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, there's no shortage of folklore, legends, and ghost stories. Here are some of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in June of 2022 I decided to stay the night with a group of people at the Indiana State Sanatorium. This episode is done a little different than most. In this one I narrate the different audio clips we picked up while we were there and also add some context to what's going on in each one. Saturday, June 10th, 8:30pm - Sunday, June 11th, 4am. Come join me!!!  Fairfield County Infirmary in Ohio.. https://ghosthuntsusa.com/haunted-locations/fairfield-county-infirmary-ghost-hunt/ July 15th, Live Show in Buffalo https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hillbilly-horror-stories-brohio-mysterious-circumstances-live-in-buffalo-tickets-460240771537 August 19th, Live Show in Detroit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hhs-7th-anniversary-in-detroit-tickets-459396787157 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Skystone was discovered in 1990 by Angelo Pitoni, an archaeologist and geologist, in Sierra Leone, West Africa. Local legends stated that the stones were actually beings that once lived in the sky. Pitoni sent the stone for analysis to laboratories in Rome, Germany, Switzerland, and Tokyo. Researchers concluded that the stone was different from any other stone found on Earth, probably originating outside the planet.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are dreams? This is something scientists have been trying to discover and explain for hundreds of years. There is a lot of reference to dreams in recorded history, in philosophical studies and religious texts. So what DO we know about dreams?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The nun, Sister Mary Janina, came up missing in 1907 and most everyone in town was in on the search, including bloodhounds and even a clairvoyant. Father Edward was dead set to find Sister Janina's body.....and he did. Sister Janina's body was discovered 11 years after her disappearance in a shallow grave in the basement of the church. What happened to Sister Janina and how her body ended up in the basement of the old church is a secret the building would not tell. Her death remains a mystery and whoever knew about it kept their secret.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

William Holbert, also known as Wild Bill, is a self-confessed murderer, and ex-cartel hitman from Hendersonville, North Carolina. He is currently serving a 46-year sentence for the killings of five Americans in Panama. Bill links........ LONG LIVE THE KING WILD BILL https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09P8WNZXP/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_5B9ZNEMWWJAEGD45A5FT FRIENDS OF BROTHER BILL https://facebook.com/groups/1408678842817598/ Instagram @holinessbill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

William Holbert, also known as Wild Bill, is a self-confessed murderer, and ex-cartel hitman from Hendersonville, North Carolina. He is currently serving a 46-year sentence for the killings of five Americans in Panama. Bill links........ LONG LIVE THE KING WILD BILL https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09P8WNZXP/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_5B9ZNEMWWJAEGD45A5FT FRIENDS OF BROTHER BILL https://facebook.com/groups/1408678842817598/ Instagram @holinessbill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

EXORCIZO, te, immundissime spiritus, omnis incursio adversarii, omne phantasma, omnis legio. (I cast thee out, thou unclean spirit, along with the least encroachment of the wicked enemy, and every phantom and diabolical legion.) — From the Roman Ritual of the Catholic Church, its Rite of Exorcism Is 'The Exorcist' based on a true story? Yes it is.  This is Real-life tale of Roland Doe's possession. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an episode of listener submitted ghost stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a short one, but it's about the process of an autopsy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As legend has it, there is an ancient curse associated with the mummys and tombs of the Egyptian pharaohs. Disturbing these embalmed remains has been said to bring bad luck, illness and death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As legend has it, there is an ancient curse associated with the mummys and tombs of the Egyptian pharaohs. Disturbing these embalmed remains has been said to bring bad luck, illness and death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're a fan of the old Coast to Coast AM with Art Bell.... you're going to love this interview. Since 1977, Brian Bowden has used his spare time to explore several areas of interest. His experiences in the paranormal realm cover everything from encounters with Sasquatch, Dogman, spirits, and several UFO experiences. Each has been the driving force in his quest for more knowledge and ultimately answers. He joined the Bronxville Paranormal Society (BPS) at it's inception and is now the Director. Bryan is the creator, producer and co-host of the critically acclaimed "Beyond The Realm" Radio Show, co-host of “Inside The Goblin Universe” radio program, and host of NoBoBuMe (which stands for -Nobody But Me). Bryan is currently a member of the International Remote Viewers Association, the Founder and Director of both the New York State UFO Project and the New York State Sasquatch Organization, and he's the North American correspondent for Outer Limits Magazine. He also has several appearances on Dave Scott's Spaced Out Radio and has appeared in numerous newspaper articles, independent films, and television series. He has appeared in seasons of Red Earth Uncovered, and also appeared on “Into the Unknown”, a new paranormal series on the Travel Channel hosted by Cliff Simon. He filmed for the upcoming UFO documentary “Star Children of Pine New York” and did a 2-hour UFO Special for the Travel Channel and Discovery+. Bryan is working on a series of new books based on his experiences, investigations, and theorie and is currently developing new Intellectual property for both television and the big screen.   New York State UFO Project NYSUFOP YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCPD8c3JBNajNk5B-kzluYqA   Bronxville Paranormal Society BPS YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCQnAg7Udwijtt8ePYTpq43w   Inside The Goblin Universe YouTube https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCG8qspgGU2RuCbMSS7DaYXA   Podcast: www.InsideTheGoblinUniverse.Podbean.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas J. Colbert is an American consultant, writer, producer and former media executive. He is the co-author of The Last Master Outlaw, a book that documents his five-year cold case investigation of D. B. Cooper suspect Robert Rackstraw. The book became the subject of a documentary on the History Channel which Colbert exec-produced. He was a story researcher for CBS and Paramount Pictures and founder of media service Industry R&D. He now heads The Case Breakers, a group of 45+ investigative specialists who volunteer their time to help solve the 250,000 unsolved cold cases in the U.S. You can also see him on the latest Netflix documentary, D.B. Cooper : Where Are You?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samuel ‘Mad Sam' DeStefano was a gangster who became one of the Chicago Outfit's most notorious sociopathic killers. Chicago-based FBI agent William Roemer, considered DeStefano to be the worst torture-murderer in the history of the United States. The Outfit used the mentally unstable and sadistic DeStefano for the torture-murders of many people, including Sam's own bother. However, due to DeStefano's deranged mental state, the Outfit never let him become a made man. At least one Outfit insider also claimed DeStefano was a devil worshiper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Samuel ‘Mad Sam' DeStefano was a gangster who became one of the Chicago Outfit's most notorious sociopathic killers. Chicago-based FBI agent William Roemer, considered DeStefano to be the worst torture-murderer in the history of the United States. The Outfit used the mentally unstable and sadistic DeStefano for the torture-murders of many people, including Sam's own bother. However, due to DeStefano's deranged mental state, the Outfit never let him become a made man. At least one Outfit insider also claimed DeStefano was a devil worshiper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Collier Landry was 11 when his father brutally murdered his mother and buried her in the basement. Landry was only 12 when he took the stand at his father's trial and testified against him. The jury convicted his father John after six hours of deliberations. After all that, Collier still went through a lot of struggles. Now, he's an advocate who wants others to know, there is life after murder. You can find Collier's information and podcast at his website : https://www.collierlandry.com You can also stream his documentary 'A Murder in Mansfield' on several different platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We got a small update on the Lake Mead situation. Just a few possibilities and theories of who the body in the barrel could be. Huge thank you to the guys at the Mob Museum in Las Vegas for their research and expertise in this field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clinton Road isn't just the most haunted street in New Jersey; some have called it the most haunted road in America. There are many stories surrounding this spooky street, but perhaps the seclusion is what makes it most eerie. The legends claim that the road has been host to ghosts, witches, unearthly cryptids. What do you believe? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On May 1st, a body was found inside a barrel at Lake Mead, just outside of Las Vegas, Nevada. The remains were found near Hemenway Harbor. Investigators believe the victim was murdered sometime in the 1970's or early 80's. Officials say the victim died from a gunshot wound. Then, as Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department continues to investigate, on May 6th, a second set of human remains were located at Callville Bay. Police believe this victim was not murdered. Experts say more discoveries at the lake are likely as water levels continue receding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On September 7, 1987, Tom Young closed up his bookshop and along with his dog, Gus, disappeared. Nine months later, a new resident of this tiny town, Keith Reinhard, opened an antique shop at exactly the same location. On August 7, 1988, Keith closed up his shop for the day. Less than two hours later, Keith Reinhard also disappeared. Strangest of all, Keith was writing a book about Tom's disappearance, when he also suddenly vanished. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're a fan of the old Coast to Coast AM with Art Bell.... you're going to love this interview. Since 1977, Brian Bowden has used his spare time to explore several areas of interest. His experiences in the paranormal realm cover everything from encounters with Sasquatch, Dogman, spirits, and several UFO experiences. Each has been the driving force in his quest for more knowledge and ultimately answers. He joined the Bronxville Paranormal Society (BPS) at it's inception and is now the Director. Bryan is the creator, producer and co-host of the critically acclaimed "Beyond The Realm" Radio Show, co-host of “Inside The Goblin Universe” radio program, and host of NoBoBuMe (which stands for -Nobody But Me). Bryan is currently a member of the International Remote Viewers Association, the Founder and Director of both the New York State UFO Project and the New York State Sasquatch Organization, and he's the North American correspondent for Outer Limits Magazine. He also has several appearances on Dave Scott's Spaced Out Radio and has appeared in numerous newspaper articles, independent films, and television series. He has appeared in seasons of Red Earth Uncovered, and also appeared on “Into the Unknown”, a new paranormal series on the Travel Channel hosted by Cliff Simon. He filmed for the upcoming UFO documentary “Star Children of Pine New York” and did a 2-hour UFO Special for the Travel Channel and Discovery+. Bryan is working on a series of new books based on his experiences, investigations, and theorie and is currently developing new Intellectual property for both television and the big screen.   New York State UFO Project NYSUFOP YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCPD8c3JBNajNk5B-kzluYqA   Bronxville Paranormal Society BPS YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCQnAg7Udwijtt8ePYTpq43w   Inside The Goblin Universe YouTube https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCG8qspgGU2RuCbMSS7DaYXA   Podcast: www.InsideTheGoblinUniverse.Podbean.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Black Sox Scandal was a Major League Baseball scandal in which eight members of the Chicago White Sox were accused of throwing the 1919 World Series against the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for money from a gambling syndicate. Despite acquittals in a public trial in 1921, Judge Landis permanently banned all eight men from professional baseball. For information on the live show on April 23rd in Louisville, Kentucky - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-unruly-in-louisville-tickets-204857984747 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the second interview I've had with Terry Hobbs. In this one, we discuss what he thinks about the evidence they just found and the DNA testing. We also talk about CrimeCon and the upcoming panel that will be discussing an interview he did for that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Black Sox Scandal was a Major League Baseball scandal in which eight members of the Chicago White Sox were accused of throwing the 1919 World Series against the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for money from a gambling syndicate. Despite acquittals in a public trial in 1921, Judge Landis permanently banned all eight men from professional baseball. For information on the live show on April 23rd in Louisville, Kentucky - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-unruly-in-louisville-tickets-204857984747 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1928, under the advice of a woman named Nellie Noll aka The River Witch of Marietta, John Blymire believed that he had been cursed by Nelson Rehmeyer. Blymire and his accomplices broke into Rehmeyer's home to find his spell book and break the curse. They were unable to find the book, but did find Rehmeyer himself, whom they killed and mutilated in hopes that this would lift the curse. The three men then set fire to the house, hoping to remove remnants of the curse, as well as to destroy evidence of their murder. However, the house did not burn down as they had hoped. This led to many people further believing that Rehmeyer was a witch and that his power prevented the destruction of the house. The resulting trial drew national media attention and became known as the "witchcraft murder." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In September 1974, 31 year old Michael Taylor and his wife Christine began attending a Christian Fellowship Group. Over the next few weeks, Michael became an enthusiastic member of the church. What happened next is difficult to gauge. Michael's breakdown, and his erratic behavior in the days that followed, led the church group to believe that an exorcism was in order. On October 5th, they subjected him to a battery of attempts to cast the demons out from him, screaming at him until around 7:00 the next morning. During the court case that followed, one of the preachers involved would state that they'd managed to exorcise over forty demons from Michael, leaving behind only three, associated with "murder, violence, and insanity." A few hours later, police were at the Taylors' home investigating a murder. Michael had been discovered roaming the streets naked, covered in blood and screaming about the Devil. Inside the family home, Christine's body lay mutilated. What happened to Michael Taylor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pretty short and to the point Q&A episode to ring in the 200th!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the early morning hours of March 18, 1990, thirteen works of art were stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. Guards admitted two men posing as police officers responding to a disturbance call. The thieves tied the guards up and looted the museum over the next hour. The case is unsolved; no arrests have been made and no works have been recovered. The FBI has valued the haul at $500 million, and the museum is offering a $10 million reward for information leading to the art's recovery, the largest bounty ever offered by a private institution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the 1930s Depression, America made heroes of outlaws who took what they wanted at gunpoint. John Dillinger came to evoke this Gangster Era and stirred mass emotion to a degree rarely seen in this country. He operated with a group of men known as the "Dillinger Gang", which was accused of robbing 24 banks and four police stations, among other activities, including many escapes from jail. Dillinger was killed by federal agents outside the Biograph Theater on the night of July 22, 1934. Many people still believe it wasn't him that was killed that night. Did Dillinger pull off one last great escape? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we know, a lot of the John Dillinger debate relies on the autopsy report and the heart condition that was found in the man that was killed outside the Biograph Theater in 1934. In this episode I interview Steven Rossmoore. Steve is a retired medical doctor and was nice enough to take a look at the autopsy of John Dillinger and shed some light on what the condition really is and give his opinion on what it means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the 1930s Depression, America made heroes of outlaws who took what they wanted at gunpoint. John Dillinger came to evoke this Gangster Era and stirred mass emotion to a degree rarely seen in this country. He operated with a group of men known as the "Dillinger Gang", which was accused of robbing 24 banks and four police stations, among other activities, including many escapes from jail. Dillinger was killed by federal agents outside the Biograph Theater on the night of July 22, 1934. Many people still believe it wasn't him that was killed that night. Did Dillinger pull off one last great escape? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the 1930s Depression, many Americans made heroes of outlaws who took what they wanted at gunpoint. One man, John Dillinger, came to evoke this Gangster Era and stirred mass emotion to a degree rarely seen in this country. He operated with a group of men known as the "Dillinger Gang", which was accused of robbing 24 banks and four police stations, among other activities including many escapes from jail. Dillinger was killed by federal agents outside the Biograph Theater on the night of July 22, 1934. Many people believe it wasn't actually him that was killed. Did Dillinger pull off one last great escape? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this interview I talk to Jen Bucholtz. As you know, I've had her on the podcast before. She a member on 'The Case Breakers' and also one of the hosts of the new podcast 'Break the Case.' We talk about the recent Zodiac update, the current case she's covering on her podcast, as well as the cases I'm covering on my other podcast. She's always great to talk to and I always appreciate learning something new. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jonathan Paul Luna was an American lawyer found dead under mysterious circumstances in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania while serving as an Assistant United States Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland. Luna had been stabbed 36 times with his own pocketknife and then drowned in a creek next to his car. Investigations have proven inconclusive, and there is debate on whether Luna's death was murder or suicide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices