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Breaking some eggs, it's time to start smoking, another nugget from the psych hospital, some of the latest gnews, the undeniably awesome Shelley Duvall, suicide isn't painless, a screenwriting master, Alice doesn't live here anymore, screw the Kennedys, Charles Darwin and his natural selection of mail, hoping for another act, the mind-blowing Rubik's cube, the masterful Brian Eno, a forgotten horror movie, and long walks with the dearly missed Chris Cornell. Stuff mentioned: Billy Joel "I Go to Extremes" (1989), Billy Joel Storm Front (1989), Happy Days "Hollywood: Part 3" (Season 5/Episode 3, September 20, 1977 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QO0D0jF83lc), Detour (1945), The Great Space Coaster (1981-1986), Brewster McCloud (1970), M*A*S*H (1970), Johnny Mandel (music) and Michael Altman (lyrics) "Suicide is Painless/Theme from M*A*S*H" (1970), Popeye (1980), Popeye Village Malta (https://popeyemalta.com), The Shining (1980), Chinatown (1974), Shampoo (1975), The Two Jakes (1990), Sam Wasson The Big Goodbye: Chinatown and the Last Years of Hollywood (2020), Maureen Callahan Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed (2024), Elizabeth Beller Once Upon a Time: The Captivating Life of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy (2024), Brian Eno Here Come the Warm Jets (1974), Eno (2024), Alcatraz East Crime Museum (https://www.alcatrazeast.com), Bad Dreams (1988), The Chambers Brothers "Time Has Come Today" (1967), The Electric Prunes "I Had Too Much to Dream Last Night" (1966), Sid Vicious "My Way" (1978), Andrew Wyeth "Christina's World" (1948 https://www.moma.org/collection/works/78455), Chris Cornell "Follow My Way" (1999), Chris Cornell Euphoria Morning (1999), Soundgarden "The Day I Tried To Live" (1994), and Soundgarden Superunknown (1994).
Ally Pennington is a historian and the Artifacts and Programs manager for Alcatraz East Crime Museum: https://www.alcatrazeast.com/ Intro/outro music: Particle House Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From the Alcatraz East Crime Museum and Jack the Ripper guided tours to the Phnom Penh killing fields, ‘dark tourism' is now a multi-million-pound global industry. What is the attraction and where is the line between acceptable and problematic dark tourism drawn? In this episode, Becky Taylor speaks with Adam Lynes, Craig Kelly and James Treadwell, editors of '50 Dark Destinations' about what dark tourism is, why we're drawn to such macabre forms of tourism and the unique aspects the internet has brought to the industry. Find out more about the book: https://policy.bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/50-dark-destinations Intro music: Cold by yoitrax | @yoitrax Music promoted by www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US
Ally Pennington is a historian and the Artifacts and Programs manager for Alcatraz East Crime Museum: https://www.alcatrazeast.com/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alcatrazeasttn Twitter: https://twitter.com/AlcatrazEast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alcatrazeast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alcatrazeast Intro/outro music by: Particle House Other music by: Ooyy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode is focused less on the history of a hometown, than a hometown that specializes in history. Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is famous for tourist attractions and southern hospitality but it's also a hotbed of local culture and storytelling. There are more than two dozen museums and galleries in the area, and whatever your interests happen to be, there is likely something that will appeal to you. A personal favorite of mine, for obvious reasons, is the Alcatraz East Crime Museum, and on this most recent visit I was able to sit down with the head of their collection.Visit us online at: Itshometownhistory.comFind us on all platforms: https://link.chtbl.com/hometownhistorySupport our podcast by becoming a patron at: Patreon.com/itshometownhistoryEpisode Sponsor:- Right now Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off your first three months. Visitritual.com/HOMETOWN- Find your inner detective --Download June's Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! - Go to catalinacrunch.com/HOMETOWN for 15% off your first order—plus FREE shipping.
Doc stops into the Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to learn about Bundys, and Gacys, and bears, oh my! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The twins took at trip to Alcatraz East. They share their experience and what they loved and learned. This place is for all true crime fans.
Krisha & Frank are at Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge to get a preview of the new temporary exhibit, “From Car to Incarceration… Ted Bundy's Final Arrest” that opens to the public on Saturday, October 10, 2020. Chief Operating Officer Janine Vaccarello joins Krisha & Frank for an interview about the case of Bundy's final victim, 12-year-old Kimberly Leach. Bundy said that violent pornography ignited the beast in him when combined with what he called “liquid courage.” Krisha & Frank also stop by the crime lab exhibit at Alcatraz East to see the display case featuring the work of Dr. Bill Bass, founder of the Body Farm. Today's episode is sponsored by BoneZones.com (don't forget the S) where you can buy books and merchandise autographed by Dr. Bass. Please subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell for notifications: https://YouTube.com/KrishaAndFrank Subscribe to our podcast on your choice of apps including https://krishaandfrank.podbean.com/ Sign up for a 30-day trial of Audible Premium Plus and get a free premium selection that's yours to keep. Go to http://www.audibletrial.com/KrishaAndFrank Find us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/KrishaAndFrank https://www.instagram.com/KrishaAndFrank https://www.twitter.com/KrishaAndFrank Thanks! K&F
Candice Cook, spokesperson for Alcatraz East Crime Museum, an interactive crime museum in the Smoky Mountains, providing an in depth look at the mind of a psychopath, how some of the most notorious criminals like Ted Bundy and Charles Manson got justice, and what can be done to hopefully prevent heinous crime before it begins.
If you love something enough can you bring it back to life?Ford is a giant company and trying to get them to bring back the Bronco is not going to be easy. There are two groups working towards that end. On the outside, there are dedicated fans and owners around the country. They meet on weekends, drive the back-country trails, and dream of a new Bronco. On the inside, there is a handful of Ford employees scattered around the corporation working secretly to create the conditions for a rebirth.Sonari Glinton uncovers the final resting place of a concept car that went nowhere, and discovers a series of full-size clay models that were never before seen publicly.But will it all be enough to bring back Bronco?for more info: broncopodcast.ford.com
What was happening inside Ford that night?The OJ Simpson chase happened more than 25 years ago, and yet there are still a lot of questions about its impact. For the first time ever we take you inside Ford to discover what was happening that night: Inside a Ford factory, Inside the Ford Call Center, and inside the Chairman’s office. It’s all in an effort to answer the question, “Why did Ford kill the Bronco?”It turns out there is one suspect no one ever considered: A group of people that had nothing to do with the Bronco during its first two decades. Is it possible that the biggest threat the Bronco would face during its incredible run would be….. Millennials?for more info: broncopodcast.ford.com
Rachael Penman, director of artifacts and exhibits at the Alcatraz East Crime Museum, joins the boys to talk about what people can expect when they visit the 25,000 square foot museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, shares some of the most popular exhibits (i.e. Ted Bundy's VW, OJ Simpson's White Bronco and the 9/11 gallery) and tells the story of a painting by John Wayne Gacy that features the signatures of close to fifty baseball Hall of Famers and former president Richard Nixon as well as a baseball signed by Charles Manson and Juan Corona.
The Island in Pigeon Forge is one of the top destinations in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Marc and Ann spent the day there and talk about all the wonderful things you can do.Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Hotel, Paula Deen's Family Kitchen, The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, and Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery, are just a few of the great places to visit.The dancing fountain, surrounded by rocking chairs, is one of the attractions where guests love relax.Marc and Ann share details about how to get discount tickets to some of the attractions.My Smoky Mountain GuideThe Island in Pigeon Forge
Your favorite crime museum in Pigeon Forge is unveiling a new exhibit this July! The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation exhibit will give visitors a behind-the-scenes look at TBI’s work and cases in their community. We’ve got all the details on the new TBI exhibit at the Alcatraz East Crime Museum. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Exhibit […] The post Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge Adds New TBI Exhibit appeared first on Visit My Smokies.
The Frank & Kira Show 5/28/2020
It's Ricky's first day on the job as a gumshoe apprentice and there's a lot of evidence to go through. The story goes that one late night in Manhattan, Harry was picked up by a creepy but handsome man driving a VW Beetle but found she couldn't get out. She luckily managed to make a run for it but years later was convinced the driver was none other than the infamous serial killer Ted Bundy. Ricky & Tony's black book is the envy of the pop detective world and to crack this case they need the best experts. An informant from the Alcatraz East Crime Museum who now own Ted Bundy's car is sure to know the gritty details of that VW Bug and if there was ever an expert who could give the inside scoop on Ted Bundy, it's self confessed ‘Bundyphile' E.J Hammon. Was the pop world very nearly deprived of Blondie, or was it a creepy case of mistaken identity? Ricky & Tony will find out, one way or another... If you have a pop mystery you'd like solving get in touch at rickyandtony.com or email podcast@rickyandtony.com Tweet and follow the podcast @rickyandtonypod. See the office on Instagram From Globe Productions Producer: Gareth Evans Creative Producers: Will Nichols, Geoff Lloyd Researcher: Eloise Carr
The Alcatraz East Crime Museum just announced a new exhibit for visitors to enjoy! The exhibit, called “Alcatraz Art Escape,” will feature Alcatraz Island-themed artwork. There has been a huge fascination with the artwork of prison artists, and now when you visit Pigeon Forge you can see for yourself! We’ve got all the details on […] The post Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge Opens New Exhibit: Alcatraz Art Escape appeared first on Visit My Smokies.
Starting May 17, the Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge opened a new temporary exhibit! The exhibit is a memorial for Nicole Brown Simpson, former wife of O.J. Simpson. We’ve got all the details on what to expect at the temporary exhibit and the Alcatraz East Crime Museum. Passion for Life: Nicole Brown Simpson […] The post Alcatraz East Crime Museum Opens New Temporary Exhibit: Nicole Brown Simpson appeared first on Visit My Smokies.
January 24 marked 30 years since the execution of the infamous serial killer, Ted Bundy. To go along with the anniversary, the Alcatraz East Crime Museum unveiled new items in their Ted Bundy exhibit. Some of the items were made public for the first time. We’ve got all the details on the new Ted Bundy […] The post Alcatraz East Crime Museum Reveals New Ted Bundy Display appeared first on Visit My Smokies.
Making a Mania: The Steven Avery Saga and Why We're Obsessed
We talk true crime obsessions with Molly Fitzpatrick, a New York-based freelance journalist who covered the 2017 CrimeCon, and Janine Vaccarello, COO at Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Read Molly's report from CrimeCon: https://tinyurl.com/RingerCrimeCon
If you’ve ever wondered what it was like to be on a police stakeout, now is the time to find out! The Alcatraz East Crime Museum has a new addition: a surveillance van. The van was previously used by the Food and Drug Administration and a Georgia police department. Visit My Smokies has the inside […] The post Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge Adds New Artifact: Surveillance Van appeared first on Visit My Smokies.
Alcatraz East Crime Museum in Pigeon Forge, TN now features a number of new interactive exhibits and artifacts that are sure to enthrall true crime fans. Dedicated to the history of crime in America, this popular museum covers everyone from Jesse James to O.J. Simpson. To help you make the most of your next vacation, […] The post Pigeon Forge Crime Museum Adds New Interactive Exhibits and Artifacts (Including Charles Manson’s Guitar) appeared first on Visit My Smokies.