The Ouija Broads: Tales from the Pacific Northweird

The Broads return with a new season about castaways, explorers, and wanderers. We open with Fu Sang, the legendary land that some believe is Oregon...

We close Skid Road with the man who gave it another one of its many names: Maynardtown. What makes a middle-aged doctor leave his family in Cleveland behind and trek the Oregon Trail? How far can someone go for the chance to marry the woman he loves? Most importantly, what is a magoozle and how does it give us not just Skid Road, but Seattle itself and even the entirety of Washington State? Only one way for you to find out... come join us for one last romp on the wrong side of the tracks.  This episode brought to you by washingtonstatelandforsale.com.   Ouija & Broads is available at this link.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon takes us down... deep down into the Seattle Underground! Let's learn about Bill Spiedel and the unique world he helped preserve beneath Seattle's streets.  (We kinda allude to this at one point but Spiedel did like a dash of flavor with his history, so let's take it all with a "as told by" grain of salt. I still don't quite buy that anybody lived with reverse toilets as a daily problem.) This episode brought to you by washingtonstatelandforsale.com.   Ouija & Broads is available at this link.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

This time we went all in on one block. Yes, one individual singular solitary block of Seattle. But there's quite a bit to say about this block, as it turns out. This is also an episode where the story necessitates talking about the anti-Asian attitudes and policies of late 19th/early 20th century Washington State and the U.S., including the Chinese Exclusion Act and the internment of Japanese Americans during WW2. You know our style, we don't get into detailed descriptions of hate crimes or anything, but like always, use your judgment and be good to yourselves.

Devon tells Liz about the Flower of the North, Klondike Kate Rockwell! Content notes: Kate gets engaged while underage (probably), and toward the end of his life, Pantages was accused of sexually assaulting a minor. No details, we basically just say 'this was the accusation, he went to trial, he was convicted, then acquitted,' but wanted to give you the heads-up.  Ouija & Broads is available at this link. 

In our continuing Skid Road coverage, we explore how the business of pleasure shaped early Seattle.  Content notes: Plenty of mentions of sex work in here, one dude is accused of having an underage mistress, and there's a fatal shootout at the end. The West! Jeez...  Ouija & Broads is available at this link.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

The tale of the Golden Spruce and Grant Hadwin finds its conclusion at long last. 

Welcome to Ouija Broads: Skid Road! We kick things off with the tale of Henry Yesler, Seattle's city father who's really more of a city vodka aunt, his adventures, his influences, the Seattle he knew, and the intriguing women he loved. 

Liz and Devon emerge from their subterranean stronghold to tell people about technical turbulence, the new season's premiere date, and a delightfully surprising show tie-in.   Ouija & Broads is available at this link.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about an animal that's made up, despite also being real.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

We're back! Devon tells Liz the first part of a tale about a very special tree: where it came from (botanically and spiritually) and what made it so special. CW: Mentions of the impact of colonization on the Haida people, including a smallpox epidemic. Brief mention of slavery. 

At long long last! The treasure, the lighthouse, the court battle, the things that remain. What a ride this story was.  For potential content concerns, all the same bad news is going on - drowning, shipwreck, etc. - and we also reference the Lincoln assassination and its method a few times. Also a brief opium mention. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

We continue our Graveyard of the Pacific coverage with the Brother Jonathan, an antebellum sidewheeler that loaded itself up with a fortune in gold and a rogue's gallery of Northwestern notables before running afoul of the Dragon's Teeth of St. George's Reef.

Devon tells Liz two tales from the Graveyard of the Pacific: a lost anchor, and a mysteriously abandoned ship.  CW: One of the theories for the abandoned ship involves a murderer and there's a brief mention of blood. And if you got that thalassophobia this is not your ep, my friend. 

Liz tells Devon about some spooky cryptids and a less spooky, more sweet one, too. CWs: Some mentions of guns being used by eager cryptid hunters, but nobody actually hits anything. We also briefly discuss deer with chronic wasting disease. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about a Seattle mansion with ghosts up to the rafters.  Content warnings are along the typical ghost story lines - some of the variations of the ghost legends involve murder, in a few of those the victim is a baby. The first owner of the house died a horrific real-life death by suicide and that's discussed at 13:30-15:00, then is mentioned again at the very end of the episode. 

Liz tells Devon the tale of a strange Spokane institution, its namesakes, and what comes next for its signature creatures.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz two stories about the wondrous power of spite.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/    

Liz tells Devon about a very interesting mansion in British Columbia, the people who lived there, their lives after death, and the mansion's own life after death.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about a very only-in-Alaska situation.... Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about the exciting conclusion (or is it?) to the decade-long hunt for Forrest Fenn's treasure! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about a legendary pirate treasure of the Oregon coast.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about famed performers who trod the stage, by which of course we mean some pet moose who also may or may not have been vaudeville performers.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz the tale of two Spokane women who walked all the ding-dang way to New York City. WALKED!  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Everybody staying inside seemed so much more far-fetched when we taped this... ah well, what about an army barracks full of Alaskans, a giant earthquake, and a washing machine mishap? Enjoy! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/  

Devon wraps up the story of the Donner expedition. CW for starving, death, and references to cannibalism.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

In the first half of an epic two-parter, Devon tells Liz the tale of the Donner Party and their not-so-excellent adventure. Somewhat evident, but uh... CW for starving, death, and references to cannibalism.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about the sharks of Puget Sound, with a focus on the very weird six-gills and their mysterious behavior.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about three of the newest green options for body disposal in Washington State. Blunt discussion about dead bodies in this episode, including some of the grosser stuff, so steer clear if that's not your thing.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon the tale of Spokane hometown boy Rainbow Man. CW: Some violence mentioned, and Rollen was not the most mentally well dude.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about Pike Place Market and some (more) of its signature ghosts.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about our home-grown bryophyte bandit of Idaho.  CW: Drug use.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about the mystery of the Mima Mounds. Also, we get sidetracked on a whole discussion about glitter.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about the enigmatic Bird Woman of the Shoshone, including highlights of her time with the Corps of Discovery, some of the many ambiguities about her limited historical presence, and the conflicting reports of when and where she died. CW: Westward expansion bad vibes, Sacajawea was abducted at 11 and sold to a man who got her pregnant by age 15, spousal abuse.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about a very strange intercontinental animal delivery expedition.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

An early standout gets its own feature episode as Liz tells Devon all about the Manito-Hillyard line.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz all the surprising things that make the common crow much weirder (and cooler) than most know.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about what she learned at the Second Annual Sasquatch Roundup, including tales from Ken "Rainbow Cougar" Edwards, Alasquatch and the Port Chatham Hairy Man, a review of different sasquatches from the Northwest, and an update on her belief in Bigfoot or lack thereof.  The whole episode has elements about the conference woven in, but Sasquatch discussion proper starts around 30 min. 

Liz tells Devon the tale of our hometown semi-nudist and full iconoclast, Willie Willey.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about Ezra Meeker, an OG Oregon Trail pioneer who, in his twilight years, LARPed the trail to fame and glory. Liz is excited and doesn't actually let Devon tell the story until about 20 minutes in.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about an entire ghost city in Alaska, the science that probably explains it, and the hoax that definitely doesn't.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz about a mountain, a ghost, and an amazing race. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Liz tells Devon about assorted strangeness associated with Fairchild Airforce Base, including murder, ghosts, nuclear armaments, and urban legends. WARNING! Fairchild had a mass shooting that is *extremely* briefly mentioned and a B-52 crash that is discussed in somewhat more detail, so steer clear if either of those is going to stress you out.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Crime, but not too scary! Devon tells Liz about what happened when some bumbling bandits tried to get rich quick by snatching a young heir to a timber fortune.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

It's technically politics, but we promise it's zero stress. Liz tells Devon the tale of two elected officials of the Northwest with four legs each.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/  

Devon tells Liz the story of the good ship Andelana, its fateful end, and the legends that followed after.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

We haven't done episode 99 yet! Buckle up anyway! Most of the Northweird content is in the first section, and then it is tremendously meta. Topics discussed include ten short versions of stories that won't get their own episodes, our favorite episodes of our own and each others', advice on getting into podcasting, why you should do a regional podcast, and listener questions. 

The Ouija Broads fragrances are tested and discussed, with various digressions.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/  

Liz tells Devon the story of the legendary Martha Canary, better known as Calamity Jane - and the Montana woman who claimed to be her daughter.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

Devon tells Liz the story of Washington's Lady of the Lake.  CW: If you are squeamish about dead bodies, BAIL NOW and go listen to one of the episodes about dogs or food, because that is the whoooole episode. Plus, CW for domestic violence.   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/

A little true crime, a little haunting, a little history, a mysterious place. CW: Murder, incest-y vibes.  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ouijabroads Website: https://ouijabroads.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuijaBroads/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theouijabroads/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theouijabroads/