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Christina Bagaglio Slentz is Associate Director for Creation Care for the Catholic Diocese of San Diego. Learn about how her diocese prioritizes climate action here.In this episode, we often refer to Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato si' and the ways that faith communities are living out its stated goals. We also discuss the theme “seeds of peace and hope,” the official theme for the 2025 ecumenical Season of Creation.Many thanks to Christina for sharing her wisdom in this conversation!Christina SlentzTRANSCRIPTChristina Slentz I think this really can help us understand the way that the cry of the Earth, these environmental climate extremes, or the variability that we're experiencing, leads to greater exposure—but how one community can face that exposure and adapt or bounce back fairly quickly and another may not really have that capacity.Debra Rienstra Welcome to the Refugia Podcast. I'm your host, Professor Debra Rienstra. Refugia are habitats in nature where life endures in times of crisis. We're exploring the concept of refugia as a metaphor, discovering how people of faith can become people of refugia: nurturing life-giving spaces in the earth, in our human cultural systems, and in our spiritual communities, even in this time of severe disturbance. This season, we're paying special attention to churches and Christian communities who have figured out how to address the climate crisis together as an essential aspect of their discipleship.Today, I'm talking with Dr. Christina Bagaglio Slentz, Associate Director for Creation Care at the Catholic Diocese of San Diego. Christina has a background in sociology, with a PhD in international studies and global affairs. She's also a Navy veteran. Today, she serves a diocese of 97 parishes, helping to guide and empower people in their creation care work. The Diocese of San Diego is a microcosm of diverse biomes and diverse people, and it's a fascinating example of refugia, because as a diocese, they are doing all the things. Christina and I talk about Laudato si', solar energy, economics, eco spirituality, environmental justice advocacy, the centrality of the Eucharist, and the mutuality between caring for neighbor and caring for the Earth. Let's get to it.Debra Rienstra Christina, thank you so much for being with me today. I really appreciate talking to you.Christina Slentz Thank you, Debra, for having me. I'm really excited to be here.Debra Rienstra So I am eager to hear more about the Diocese of San Diego, because it seems that you have been very intentional and thoughtful and ambitious about your creation care agenda, and we're going to get into the details of that in just a minute, but I want to start with you. So tell us your hero origin story. How did you get into faith-based environmental work and into your current position?Christina Slentz Well, to be honest, I never saw it coming in many ways. I was working in the global affairs area, looking at sources of conflict and cooperation and how political economy intersects with those dynamics, and that was my academic area of focus. And at the same time, I've always been a catechist in the Catholic church since the 90s, and my church life was pretty comfortable, I would say, and active. But I didn't really see those two things coming together until Laudato si', the encyclical written by Pope Francis on the care of our common home, was released in 2015, and this really started to bring more overlap between these two areas in my life. And I would say, increasingly, then there was a lot of interplay between those focus areas for me. And eventually this position became available in the Diocese of San Diego, and a friend mentioned it to me, and I thought that is actually the perfect vocation for me. And I really feel like I understood it to be a vocation, not just a job.Debra Rienstra Yeah, I think I can relate to everything you just said. I think we came to this work from different areas of specialty, but yeah, like you, I feel like we've had these mid-career shifts where suddenly our area of specialty—in my case, literature and creative writing—has become energized by—in your case, Laudato si', in my case, other documents as well as Laudato si',—and we've sort of taken this fascinating and yeah, I would agree, vocational, turn. So let's talk a little bit more about Laudato si'. I imagine our listeners know at least a little bit about it. It's been so enormously influential. It's such an amazing landmark document. Could you talk a little bit about how you've seen Laudato si' diffuse through the Catholic Church, especially the American Catholic Church?Christina Slentz Yes, I think, to be honest, it has had a complicated journey with the Catholic community here in the United States. Very much like the issue of climate change in the global community, the United States has struggled with these dynamics—I think the way that they involve our economics and some of our very strong ideology about economic freedom and what that means to people. And so I think it's fair to say that while Laudato si' was very warmly received around the world, it has struggled in the United States as a whole, and that includes the American Catholic community. That said, there have been—like your description of refugia suggests——there have been these pockets, though, where I think that particular dynamics existed, and there was fertile ground for seeds to be planted. And the Diocese of San Diego is one of them. The Diocese of—the Archdiocese of Atlanta was another. There are a couple around the country, and I do think some footholds were created. In addition, one of the things that is particularly interesting about the encyclical Laudato si'—and an encyclical is just a document that a pope writes and then circulates, right, this is where the word encyclical comes from—circulates around until everyone's had a chance to read it. We can imagine in medieval times, you know, how this must have been a challenge. And I think that, you know, this challenge exists, but Father Emmett Farrell is the founder of this ministry in my diocese, and Father Emmett just celebrated his 60th anniversary of his ordination, and Father Emmett will say he has never seen an encyclical translate to action the way that Laudato si' has. And in particular, there is a Vatican online platform called the Laudato si' Action Platform, where Catholics—either parishes, schools, orders of sisters or religious—can get on this platform and learn about the dynamics that we face. They can see how our values are distilled into seven goals, and then they can reflect on their behavior, using this tool to sort of measure where they are, and then write a plan of action and upload it and share it with each other. And Father Emmett really celebrates how amazing it is that, you know, that we're going to lean into technology and use it for the good.Debra Rienstra Oh, awesome. There's so many things I want to follow up on in that answer. And I want to begin by just thanking you for being honest about pushback to Laudato si' in the US. And I want to go back to that in just a second, if it's okay. And then I want to thank you for the way you've thought about, you know, some of these dioceses like the mighty San Diego and the mighty Atlanta as sort of refugia spaces. And we'll come back to that again too, I really hope, and I want to hear some more details about your particular diocese. Why do you think there has been pushback in the American Catholic Church? You mentioned economic reasons, and you know, Pope Francis and Pope Leo now have both been very pointed in their critique of climate denial, of greed, of exploitation, injustice, war, economic systems that many Americans have sort of held as almost sacrosanct. So what are you noticing in Catholic conversations about that critique? Why are people resisting the critique and why are people saying, “No, that's right”—what are the motivations behind each of those responses?Christina Slentz So, you know, we could probably talk about this all day.Debra Rienstra Probably, yeah.Christina Slentz Because economic peace, I think, is really difficult to think about. You know, if we take the United Kingdom, for example, it's a country very much like the United States. So many of our you know, American culture and tradition and customs come out of that early launching that we experienced from, you know, Great Britain. And yet, as the topic of climate change came forward, Margaret Thatcher, who was, you know, a real compatriot of President Ronald Reagan at the time, she really took the scientific approach in thinking about climate change, and this set them on a path that's really different from the path that we experienced. And certainly, oil is a big factor in our economy. And I think it can be a real challenge for people to weigh the goods, you know, because we have to be honest, there are goods in both sides of these dynamics. When we understand the gravity, though, of climate change, if we're allowed to really get into those dynamics without the noise that has been kind of confronting that potential, then I think we can see that the good outweighs, you know, those alternative goods associated with continuing in the fossil fuel realm. But this is why we talk about a just transition, right? I think that many people who are hearing this noise, right, they don't understand that Pope Francis and others, you know, is really arguing for a just transition, and that would seek to care for the people that are going to be affected by whatever change in economic policy might make.Debra Rienstra Yeah, and more and more, those economic changes are actually positive in favor of transition in ways that they weren't even 5-10 years ago.Christina Slentz Yeah, I think it's amazing. We actually had some good momentum going until recently.Debra Rienstra Yeah, you know, I would love to get us all talking about a just and joyful transition, because it's more and more possible. And maybe we'll come back to that a little bit later too, when we talk about ecological spirituality. But let's go back to these places within the American Catholic Church, even, that are saying, “Oh yes, Laudato si', yes, let's go.” And San Diego diocese is one of those places. You had an action plan already in 2019. I think it's impressive that a diocese could get a plan together in four years. So good job. Knowing how long everything takes in church settings. So just give us a list of your accomplishments. What have you been up to since 2019? What are the kinds of things you've dipped your toes into?Christina Slentz Sure, and to be fair, I want to give some good credit to some others. You know, the Archdiocese of Atlanta had created their creation care action plan. This gave us some really good kind of framework to think about when we created ours. And there was a team that preceded me. They were all volunteers, very multidisciplinary in their backgrounds, everything from theologians to medical doctors who had worked with indigenous communities, you know, theologians, missionaries, energy engineers, and they really pulled this together early on. And this plan I now recognize as what climate action planners might refer to as an aspirational plan. It's all the things you could do in our area, and it serves as a really good resource for our parishes and schools as they think about what they might do in their Laudato si' action platform plans, and those are yearly plans that are really targeted on what we're going to do. So, you know, one of the things that they did early on was really push to solarize. And you know, we do have the great fortune of, one: climate here in San Diego, right? You know, we're sort of famous for that. And then you know, two: the other thing is that, you know, it was very normative to be shifting to solar, and continues to be an economic choice that is not really as politicized here as much as it might be elsewhere. And then the third thing was this is, you know, the magic number three is to have a bishop that is supportive. And so Cardinal McElroy—now Cardinal McElroy, then Bishop McElroy—really promoted this solarization. And at this point we have about 54% of our parishes solarized. And when I think now, you know, the Paris Climate Agreement says we want to have about half of our carbon emissions reduced by 2030 then you know, we're sitting at about half. Our building where I'm located is called our pastoral center. Some Catholic communities call it their chancery. And our solar array here provides over 80% of our electricity to the building. Our local utility is about half renewable energy, a little bit more. So with that in mind, you know, our electricity here to our building is a little over 90% coming from renewable energy, and this lets us have seven electric vehicle charging stations in the parking lot so I can go to work and charge my car at the same time.Debra Rienstra Lovely.Christina Slentz So that was one big thing. I would say our other really big kind of landmark action that also was largely driven by Cardinal McElroy, was to divest of fossil fuels. And, you know, this is a real challenging thing to accomplish. We set a goal of no more than 5% of, you know, the earnings of both direct and indirect investment to be coming from fossil fuel. And after a year, we evaluated how we were doing, and we were actually hitting—not we, you know, the financial folks doing this—were hitting less than 3%. So, you know, we said, “Okay, I think we can say that this was successful, and we're still here.” So that was really exciting, and we didn't do it to be virtue signaling. Just, you know, for some of your listeners may not know, but the USCCB, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, has a document that directs socially responsible investment for all areas. And so this is just one more area of socially responsible investment that the Diocese of San Diego has embraced.Debra Rienstra Yeah, yeah. So we've got money, we've got energy. How many parishes would you say are on board with this, doing yearly goals, selecting from the menu of fun ideas—what percentage of your parishes would you say are involved?Christina Slentz So I gotta, Debra, that's a little bit of a good question. I think, you know, we did just describe two very top-down approaches. And one of the things that our group, you know, when I came on board in 2022, we decided is, you know, we really wanted to push that grassroots. And so we see parishes demonstrating a range of behaviors, and I was initially surprised, but they actually behave a lot like countries around the world. And so, you know, you think, oh, that's going to be different. But, you know, you can also have three children, and they all behave differently, and you know, sometimes that's surprising as well, when they have the same parents. And so one of the things that I have really tried to do was offer more events that are here at the diocesan level. We have 97 parishes, and then we have—so sometimes we'll see individuals that are really on board, and they come from a parish where, at the parish level, not a lot is happening. Sometimes we have individuals that are participating, and they are doing a ton at their parish and succeeding. And then we have parishes where the pastor is leading the charge. And then on top of that, I would say there are parishes where they have solar and they have drought-resistant landscaping, and they have LEED silver certified buildings that, you know, are very environmentally friendly. And yet, you know, at the parishioner level, you know, not as much activity happening. So it is an array of activities. I would say probably half have had some kind of interaction with us, or have had parishioners or students participate in our programs. But you know, we reflect the American Catholic community, which reflects the broader American society as well. So there are places where we struggle, and then there are places where we see a lot of action and shining.Debra Rienstra Yeah, sure. And I really appreciate that. And I think listeners can relate to that range of involvement too. Maybe they are in any one of those categories or some other category themselves. And you know, as you say, it's the modeling of— even if it's a minority, it's the modeling and the enthusiasm and the even implicit sort of educating of others that can make this work spread too. So I want to list the seven goals of the Laudato si' action platform, because I think they're really, really great and helpful to people who are not in the Catholic Church, but in other aspects of the church, you might find these goals useful too. So here are the goals: response to the cry of the Earth, response to the cry of the poor, ecological economics, adoption of sustainable lifestyles, ecological education, ecological spirituality, community resilience and empowerment. So I want to start with the first three. We've talked a little bit about economics and how dicey that can be, but I wonder if you could describe how you see the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor as basically the same cry, as Pope Francis said in Laudato si'. How do you see that, especially in your region?Christina Slentz Yeah, so thank you. I think these two are kind of the crown jewels, right? And they sum up what we see happening very well. I think that the other goals are valuable because they sort of pull out the dynamics that we really understand as informing those two big—response to the cry of the Earth and cry of the poor. So as someone who was looking at this through the lens of being a social scientist, I found these two goals to really sum it up well, because it is not just the exposure to the environment that causes our concern for these dynamics. It's the exposure as well as the sensitivity of that population. And then this helps us understand also, maybe some vulnerability that that population might have. So for example, we had significant flooding about a year and a half ago in January, the month of January, and the same rain fell on a parish in the southern part of the Diocese, close to our Mexican border, in an area that is, you know, less wealthy, probably demonstrates some socio economic features that we would associate with marginalized communities. And then it also fell on a parish in Coronado, California. And some people might recognize the Hotel Del Coronado as an iconic location. It's a beautiful community. There's a lot of wealth. There's a lot of human capital as well. You know, very highly educated group, and so the buildings at two of two parishes in each of these locations were completely flooded. But, you know, the parish in Coronado was up on its feet within a week. And of course, they had repairs that had to be done, but they were able to get a hold of those folks, get them in, pay the bills, get it all done. And the parish on the south side had catastrophic flooding to its school, and the school was a total loss.Debra Rienstra Oh, wow.Christina Slentz So I think this really can help us understand the way that the cry of the Earth, these environmental climate extremes, or the variability that we're experiencing, leads to greater exposure, but how one community can face that exposure and adapt or bounce back fairly quickly, and another may not really have that capacity. And so you can't really pull them apart, because just measuring precipitation doesn't always give you the whole story.Debra Rienstra That's a very, very helpful answer to that. And I sometimes hear in religious circles, you know, “Well, we have to worry about other people, why should we worry about owls or whatever?” And the answer is: well, because what happens in nature affects people. So this is about loving your neighbor. Even if you're not convinced by the idea that we love the Earth for its own sake because it's beloved of God, we still have to love our neighbor. And this is a neighbor issue as well. So thank you. That was very helpful as an explanation.Christina Slentz One of my favorite kind of messages is, you know, having been a student of globalization, you know, I think that we live in a globalized world. You can't put that toothpaste back in the tube, right? Maybe there are some things we can do and that can be helpful, but the bottom line is, our actions have ripple effects, and so no matter what we do, we are going to have these impacts on people far beyond those we know and love on a day to day basis. And when we care for the Earth, we mitigate those effects on people all around the world, and so our caring for creation really is just love of neighbor at global scale.Debra Rienstra Ah, lovely. Yeah, so it works both ways. If you love neighbor, you love the Earth. If you love the Earth, you love your neighbor.Christina Slentz That's right.Debra RienstraHi, it's me, Debra. If you are enjoying this podcast episode, go ahead and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform. If you have a minute, leave a review. Good reviews help more listeners discover this podcast. To keep up with all the Refugia news, I invite you to subscribe to the Refugia newsletter on Substack. This is my fortnightly newsletter for people of faith who care about the climate crisis and want to go deeper. Every two weeks, I feature climate news, deeper dives, refugia sightings and much more. Join our community at refugianewsletter.substack.com. For even more goodies, including transcripts and show notes for this podcast, check out my website at debrarienstra.com. D-E-B-R-A-R-I-E-N-S-T-R-A dot com. Thanks so much for listening. We're glad you're part of this community. And now back to the interview.Debra Rienstra Let's think about some of those more personal goals. I don't know, maybe they're not just personal, because everything is systemic too. But I want to talk about that sustainable lifestyle goal, adoption of sustainable lifestyle. So what does that mean, and how are people doing that in San Diego?Christina Slentz So I have a really amazing parish, St. Thomas More, and they have created a community garden that not only functions as a place for their parish to gather and work together, it also is open to the public, so it has an evangelical capacity as well. And they also collect recyclable cans and bottles and then take those to a facility where they can be paid for that recycling work, and then they take the money, and then they put it into this garden that allows them to gather and have a mission and have evangelical outreach. So I think of this as such a wonderful circular kind of example that is, you know, feeding them in many ways. You know, they have this sense of community. They have this sense of common, shared mission. They have a good relationship with the neighborhood around them, people that may be of different faiths or of no faith at all. And then they're also in good relationship with Mother Earth, and doing what they can to, you know, practice this sort of sustainability, or also a little bit like circular economics, I guess I would say as well. And I think one of the things that the Catholic Church is emphasizing is synodality, and our synodality really calls us to be community, to have a shared mission and really inviting participatory action. So in my building here, where we sort of have the headquarters, you know, we also have gone to compostables for all of our events, and we try to minimize any kind of single use plastics. But, you know, there's that dreaded moment at the end where everybody has to go to the three, you know, receptacles. Everyone panics, especially if I'm near them, and I feel terribly, you know, like, should I step away? Should I give them a moment to give them help? Is that overreach? And so, you know, but we all fumble through together, and that's where I've kind of said, like, “Look, it's not easy for me either. Like, God forbid I put the wrong thing in the wrong can, right?” So I think that there's this way where we all are coming together to sort of take on this work. And, you know, we're not going to be perfect, but, you know, I think that it does foster community when we take this on, and then also recognizing how, you know, now we are living with greater simplicity, and we are impacting the Earth, you know, to a lesser extent.Debra Rienstra Yeah, nothing bonds people like pulling weeds together, or standing over the recycle bins going, “Hmm.” It's okay. We don't have to indulge in recycling guilt, you know, just do your best. So I want to move on to ecological spirituality. I love that phrase. It's not one you hear everywhere. And I wanted to remind listeners that San Diego Diocese is the most biodiverse diocese in the US. Maybe we wouldn't have expected that, but you've kind of got everything there. So I want to talk about ecological spirituality in the context of that actual place. I love the sentiment you quoted from Laudato si' in an article you wrote recently. It was an idea from Pope Francis that in the beauties and wonders of the Earth, we experience God's friendship with us. And so I wanted to ask you how you're helping people in your parishes reconnect to the Earth where you are, and thus, and this is how you put it, “revive something of our true selves.”Christina Slentz Yeah, one of my favorite pieces in Laudato si': Pope Francis alludes to having a place in childhood where we felt a sense of awe and wonder. And I think that that awe and wonder allows us to get back to childhood in some ways, before there was a lot of noise before there was all the different distractions. And I think that that true self is also a little freer to connect to God. I think sometimes about little children and baby Jesus, you know, and that sort of immediate connection that's not really complicated, you know, it's just comfortable. Or feeling the love of God like being a child sitting on the lap of your mom or your dad. And so encouraging people, or providing opportunities for this return to that place of awe and wonder, I think is really important. I think that at the heart of our inability to care for creation is this estrangement from our Creator. So we won't care for something if we don't love it. And in this way, ecological spirituality may be step one in all of this, right? So I think we are really lucky, being here. As I mentioned, our climate is beautiful. It is a beautiful place. We have everything from the ocean to mountains to desert, and many people who live here do really connect with the geography and the beauty of where we are, and so inviting them to take a moment to just pause and think about those places. Think about their senses as they move through the memory of that space, I think is really important before we start any of the other conversations. And so I try to do that, and then we share about it. And I have yet to find somebody that says, “Oh, I just didn't have a place.” Everybody has a place. And many people will say, “I really struggled, because I love this place, and I love that place,” you know. And so it is really great to hear. And I think people really come out of an exercise like that with this new sense of common ground as well. And I think that is so important, right? Because if you ask people like, “Raise your hand, who hates trees?” No one's gonna do it, right? Don't even think anyone does. Or “Raise your hand if you like to litter.” No one's going to say, like, “Oh yeah, I really love throwing things out my window.” And so there is a lot more common ground. And I think that eco spirituality invites us to find out how much we have in common, and actually how much we all yearn for that place of connectedness.Debra Rienstra Oh, yeah. I've noticed, you know, people have so many different feelings that motivate what they might do in a faith and climate space, and there's anger, there's fear, a lot of anxiety. But the trick, I think, is to get to the center, which is love. And the quickest way to do that, maybe, is to find that early love, or a love that's developed over many, even generations, in a particular place, if you're lucky, and you're rooted in some way. I feel like we also, as people of faith, haven't made enough of a case that being closer to the creation is, in fact, a pathway to God. And I see that in a lot of the writings that you have too. It's a way of understanding God better. It's a way of allowing God to speak to us that we sometimes underestimate, I think. There's other ways, of course, but it's one that we tend to underestimate. It is a way to deeper spirituality. So getting people to be in touch with that, it sounds like you've you've worked on that a little bit.Christina Slentz We're very lucky. The Franciscan tradition is pretty rich and present here. The Franciscan School of Theology is located here at the University of San Diego.Debra Rienstra There we go.Christina Slentz I have several secular Franciscans on my team, and a few Franciscan friars. And you know, that's very much at the heart of St. Francis and St. Claire's tradition. St. Bonaventure, who is a Franciscan, actually calls nature, or the environment, the created world, like another book. It's another gospel that tells us something about God's plan.Debra Rienstra Yeah, yeah. So I wanted to quote from Pope Leo's message for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, which was September one. And I found his message so encouraging, and especially this particular paragraph, it's along the line of seeds here. He writes, “In Christ, we too are seeds, and indeed seeds of peace and hope. The prophet Isaiah tells us that the Spirit of God can make an arid and parched desert into a garden, a place of rest and serenity. In his words, a spirit from on high will be poured out on us, and the wilderness will become a fruitful field, and the fruitful field a forest. Then justice will dwell in the wilderness and righteousness abide in the fruitful field. The work of righteousness will be peace, and the work of righteousness quietness and trust forever. My people will abide in a peaceful habitation, in secure dwellings and in quiet resting places.” So we have this beautiful vision and the sense of vocation of who we are and who our communities are as seeds of peace and hope. So it seems like you experience that in the San Diego Diocese. Are there some particular examples that have been really meaningful and important to you, where you see that “seeds of hope” metaphor being played out?Christina Slentz Yeah, I would point to two areas that I would offer up as good examples. One is a parish that is located in what's called Barrio Logan. It is an ecologically marginalized community. The highways literally forced the school to be moved when they put the highway in right down the middle of the community. And that's the I-5. So it runs all the way from Canada to Mexico. Big highway. In addition, the Coronado Bridge connects to the highway right there. The Navy base is there, and the Port of San Diego all intersects there. So their air quality is really degraded, and it's a socio-economically poor area. It is also a predominantly Hispanic community there. But the Jesuit pastor there, Father Scott Santa Rosa, is a very good community organizer. He led the parish when they were confronted by another warehouse that was going to be added at the port. And the proposal by the company violated the Port Authority's standards, but they were seeking a waiver, and Father Scott brought in the Environmental Health Coalition. He brought in a theologian from University of San Diego. He invited the youth to present on Laudato si' to the adults and really empowered the community, which is that seventh goal of Laudato si', it's very connected to environmental justice. And then they learned, they grew, they came to an understanding that this was not acceptable, and that they wanted to be a voice for their community. They—we traveled. I was very fortunate to kind of engage with them in this process.And we traveled to the Port Authority building the night before the Port Authority was going to make their decision on this, whether or not to grant this waiver. And we said a rosary, which consists of five sets of 10 Hail Marys, roughly. And between each set, somebody spoke and gave their witness. And one of the women stood up and said, “I never thought I would speak publicly in my whole life. I can't believe I'm here. I can't believe I'm speaking, but I found my voice because of this issue.” And I thought, even if we lose, that's such an amazing win that people felt connected to their environment. They understood that they have a voice. They understood their own dignity and the dignity of their community, and felt that it was worth standing up for. And the next day we went, there was demonstration and public witnessing and praying, and then they went in and spoke at the actual hearing. And the first thing that the chairman of the board said, in response to everyone's comments was, “Well, I'm a Catholic, and we have three priests that were here today.” And you know, how many times does a public official make a statement of faith? You know, I thought, “Okay, win number two!” And you know, I'll just go ahead and cut to the chase. And they turned down the company that wanted to put the warehouse in and said, “You know, we just don't think that you've convinced the local community that the benefits of this would be worth it.” And it was amazing.And so that place, they continue to also tend to the care of migrants. They have begun the work of accompanying migrants that are going for their court appointed hearings for their asylum process. And you know, those are not outcomes that are generally favorable, but they are just going and being present with them and, you know, we are on the border. We understand how some of these environmental impacts do entangle with human mobility. And so, you know, there's a lot that this community, that is really one of our poorest communities in San Diego, has brought to the wider San Diego Diocese as more parishes and local Catholics are now mimicking what they have done and joining in this mission, and so they've been an incredible source—this tiny little parish in a poor part of the Diocese with terrible environmental impacts, has actually been a place where things have blossomed and grown, and they actually do have an amazing garden as well.Debra Rienstra Wow, that's an incredible story, and exactly a story of empowerment and resilience, as you suggested, and a story of how low-resource people are not necessarily low-resource people. They have other kinds of resources that may not be visible to the outside, but that can be very powerful, and especially when one of those is faith. It was such a great example of people motivated not only by their, you know, sort of survival, but their faith to do this work. Yeah, wonderful.Christina Slentz I think they understand the impact, right? So if you can shut your windows and turn on your air conditioning, maybe you don't get it.Debra Rienstra Yeah, right. So what would you say are your biggest obstacles and your biggest joys in your work right now?Christina Slentz I think the biggest obstacle is coming up against Catholics and/or Christians, or really any person of faith. But I think this may be especially true to Catholics and Christians who think that our social actions have to be an “either/or” choice, and they resist a “yes/and” mentality, and so they put different issues in competition with each other, right? And, you know, sometimes they think about Cain and Abel, right? This sort of jealousy or comparison can be a real problem. Instead of saying, “Okay, maybe we don't fit in a neat box, but as Catholics, you know, we have to do all the things.” And that kind of privileging one issue or another issue makes us vulnerable to those who would seek division and competition. And I think that when we look at God, you know, God loves all of it, right? God is love, and so there isn't that discrimination in the example of our Creator, and I would, of course, we aren't perfect, you know, but we should aspire to that same kind of comprehensive love.Debra Rienstra Yeah, and we do it together. We don't all have to do every last one of the things. We do it together. What about joys? What are your greatest joys right now in your work?Christina Slentz I think that coming together is really a joy. When I first started this work, I felt like a unicorn. I could either be the only person of faith in an environmental group, or I could be the only environmentalist in a faith group. And so it just was a feeling of being awkward all the time. And I do think that just in the three years that I've been in this position, I am seeing momentum build. I think ecumenicalism is super helpful in this regard. And I think that increasingly people are finding each other, and they are starting to get a little bit of a wake up call. I think it is unfortunate that people in the United States have had to experience some significant catastrophes and human loss and impact before they start to awaken to the issue of climate change or environmental degradation. I think plastics are really a pretty significant issue as well, but I think that more and more, people seem to be coming around to it, and whenever we celebrate together, that gives me joy.Debra Rienstra Yeah, I agree. I'm seeing it happening too, and it keeps me going. It keeps me going to connect with people like you, and every door I open, there's more people of faith doing amazing work, and we are building that mycelial network. And it's pretty great. So what is your favorite gift of the Catholic Church, a gift of wisdom on creation care that you wish everyone would receive?Christina Slentz I am not sure I would say that this is my favorite. But maybe I think that it is very important, is that, you know, in the Catholic community, communion, Eucharist, is really, you know, the summit for Catholics, that each week, at a minimum, we are going to celebrate this liturgy. We break open the Word, and then we celebrate the Eucharist. And one of the things I, you know, find very compelling is the fact that Jesus celebrates at the Last Supper with bread and wine. Jesus didn't get grapes and, you know, a piece of meat, to celebrate that these were both chosen items that were not just created by God, but they involved, as we say, in our celebration, the work of human hands. And so this really represents this call to co-creation, I think. And if that is something that you know, is really at the heart of Catholicism, this, you know, summit of our faith to celebrate the Eucharist—in that, we are called to co-create. And so this tells us something about how we are meant to exist in relationship with the Creator. You know, God reveals God's self to us in the beauty of this creation or in the gift of the Eucharist, and then, in turn, we are called to respond to that love. Otherwise the revelation isn't complete, so our response is to care for creation or to receive the Eucharist, and then go and serve as God has called us to serve. So maybe, maybe this is something that we can offer up.Debra Rienstra So beautifully said, and the intimacy of eating, you know, taking the material, the fruit of the earth and the work of human hands, into ourselves, responding by the Spirit, that intimacy, that physicality, there's a reason that that is the central ritual.Christina Slentz And you know, if I could give you one last image connected to that—because then we become the tabernacle, right? And we think about Noah and the ark, right? And how, you know, creation is destroyed, but the ark holds this refugia right and until it's time for this moment of reconciliation and forgiveness and then renewed flourishing. And you may or may not have heard this story, but when the LA fires raged in Pacific Palisades in January of 2025 the fires swept across the parish and school called Corpus Christi Parish, and it is the home parish of brother James Lockman, one of my dear, dear volunteers. And there was a firefighter who went back to look at the ruins that evening, and he was Catholic, and he came across the tabernacle from the church, and it was the only thing that survived. And when they opened it up, it was pristine on the inside and undamaged. And that Sunday, they took it to St. Monica's Parish, which is one of the very animated creation care parishes in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, and they celebrated Mass there because Corpus Christi did not have a parish right to celebrate in that weekend. And I think about that tabernacle as being, you know—it's to reflect that Ark of the Covenant, right, Ark of Noah, the Ark of the Covenant. And then we have the tabernacle now, and that space of refuge that was preserved, you know. And then, of course, when we take the Eucharist into ourselves, we become that tabernacle. We're walking tabernacles, right? So we are also, then, places of refuge and where we know that God is with us and we can go and serve.Debra Rienstra Christina, it has been such a joy to talk to you. Thank you for your wisdom, for your inspiration, for the way that you deploy your expertise in such compassionate and far reaching ways. It's just been a pleasure. Thank you.Christina Slentz Oh, thank you so much for having me. I really enjoyed talking today with you, Debra.Debra Rienstra Thanks for joining us. For show notes and full transcripts, please visit debrarienstra.com and click on the Refugia Podcast tab. This season of the Refugia Podcast is produced with generous funding from the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship. Colin Hoogerwerf is our awesome audio producer. Thanks to Ron Rienstra for content consultation as well as technical and travel support. Till next time, be well. This is a public episode. 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Send us a textPhantom History explores the eerie side of historic locations, but interviews providing that insight are often full of surprises that don't make it into the episodes. Listen to your host, Steve Blanchard, and paranormal investigator and D.O.A. Investigations Youtuber Eric as they discuss the historic Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, California.Eric worked as a security guard in the building for two years and has his fair share of paranormal encounters to share. Enjoy the conversation, and if you haven't already, listen to the scripted podcast about the hotel that preceeds this episode.Support the show

Send us a textWorking as a security guard in the massive, historic Hotel del Coranado in southern California gave Eric an up close and personal look at the true hauntings of the complex. The building dates back to the 1880s and has a well-known haunted reputation. During his time working at the hotel, guests shared their experiences and evidence with Eric, and for a short time, he even slept in a portion of the attic, where he saw evidence of paranormal entities with his own eyes. Support the show

Alex Sharpe, CEO of Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week's Signature Owners Meeting in San Diego at Hotel Del Coronado about the state of the travel agency cooperative and how it just adjusted its executive ranks. Sharpe also details the newest marketing and technology programs for member agencies, as well as how Signature sees the evolving travel market. For more information, visit www.joinsignaturetravelnetwork.com. Alex Sharpe, CEO of Signature Travel Network, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last week's Signature Owners Meeting in San Diego at Hotel Del Coronado about the state of the travel agency cooperative and how it just adjusted its executive ranks. Sharpe also details the newest marketing and technology programs for member agencies, as well as how Signature sees the evolving travel market. For more information, visit www.joinsignaturetravelnetwork.com.

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic tale of Kate Morgan and her enduring presence at San Diego's Hotel del Coronado. Through historical records and eyewitness accounts, we explore the circumstances surrounding her mysterious death and the subsequent reports of paranormal activity that have captivated guests and researchers alike. Join us as we delve into the hotel's storied past, examining the blend of history and legend that continues to make the Hotel del Coronado a focal point for those intrigued by the supernatural.

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic tale of Kate Morgan and her enduring presence at San Diego's Hotel del Coronado. Through historical records and eyewitness accounts, we explore the circumstances surrounding her mysterious death and the subsequent reports of paranormal activity that have captivated guests and researchers alike. Join us as we delve into the hotel's storied past, examining the blend of history and legend that continues to make the Hotel del Coronado a focal point for those intrigued by the supernatural.

Renowned for his eclectic urban style and Baja-Med cuisine, Chef Chad White is fluent in life and food on both sides of the border. Born in Spokane, WA, he received his culinary training while serving in the US Navy. After a stint cooking at the famed Hotel Del Coronado, Chef White moved to Tijuana and opened La Justina Gastro Pub. After an acclaimed run at La Justina and a stint on Top Chef, White returned to his hometown of Spokane, Washington, and opened Zona Blanca Ceviche Bar, High Tide Lobster Bar, and TTs Old Iron Brewery and Barbecue. He was a James Beard regional finalist in 2020.Trail Feast, his latest venture, combines rugged exploration with fine dining. Guests can explore challenging trails, enjoy custom culinary experiences cooked over an open flame, and relax with expertly crafted cocktails. It's the ultimate blend of adventure and indulgence. To receive notification about the Slow Baja Trail Feast event please email me here.This podcast mentions Overland Expo, La Justina, and Trail Feast

Summer is here in San Diego and so are the tourists. With our near perfect weather and beaches, it's no surprise that our city is a big travel destination. But if you live here — it can be easy to take it all for granted. This summer, you might consider taking a staycation instead. From luxury hotels to beautiful campsites, San Diego has plenty of options for you to take a trip right here at home. This hour, we explore how to plan your perfect staycation in San Diego. Whether a hotel bed or sleeping bag is more your style, there's plenty of options out there. Plus, we talk about how to make the most out of traveling with kids. Guests: Jackie Bryant, business development strategist at San Diego Magazine Shelby Stanger, host of REI podcast “Wild Ideas Worth Living" Jennifer Kolari, child and family therapist and founder of Connected Parenting Jackie Bryant's staycation recommendations: Hotels/Resorts Seabird Resort - Oceanside (kid friendly/adult) Mission Pacific Resort - Oceanside (kid friendly/adult) Gaylord Pacific - Chula Vista Alila Marea Resort - Encinitas Inn at Moonlight Beach - Encinitas Harrah's Resort - Valley Center Lafayette Hotel - North Park (kid friendly) Town and Country Resort - Mission Valley - (kid friendly) Manchester Grand Hyatt - Downtown San Diego (kid friendly) Lazy H Ranch - Valley Center Catamaran - Mission Bay Bahia Resort - Mission Bay Bianchi Pizza and Pasta Hotel Marisol - Coronado  Read more on Jackie Bryant's Guide to Local Spa and Resorts The Hotel Del Coronado Read Jackie Bryant's Review on the hotel's renovations Nobu Read San Diego Magazine's look into Coronado's Nobu Veranda Read San Diego Magazine's look into Coronado's Veranda Food and Drink Merenda Wine Bar - https://www.sdcl.org/blogs/post/learn-a-language-with-rosetta-stone/ Read Jackie Bryant's Review on Merenda Little Fox Cups and Cones - Oceanside Read Jackie Bryant's Review on Little Fox Cups and Cones Wrench and Rodent - Oceanside Read more in Jackie Bryant's article on food trends in San Diego

In this sun-soaked episode of the Vibrant Voice, Cody & Meagan are kicking off summer vibes early by sharing their all-time favorite summer vacation spots. Whether you're craving coastal luxury, desert relaxation, or a mountain escape, we've got the perfect list of destinations that will inspire your next getaway—or give your property some hospitality ideas worth stealing.

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic tale of Kate Morgan and her enduring presence at San Diego's Hotel del Coronado. Through historical records and eyewitness accounts, we explore the circumstances surrounding her mysterious death and the subsequent reports of paranormal activity that have captivated guests and researchers alike. Join us as we delve into the hotel's storied past, examining the blend of history and legend that continues to make the Hotel del Coronado a focal point for those intrigued by the supernatural.

On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic tale of Kate Morgan and her enduring presence at San Diego's Hotel del Coronado. Through historical records and eyewitness accounts, we explore the circumstances surrounding her mysterious death and the subsequent reports of paranormal activity that have captivated guests and researchers alike. Join us as we delve into the hotel's storied past, examining the blend of history and legend that continues to make the Hotel del Coronado a focal point for those intrigued by the supernatural.

The KPBS program "Historic Places" looks behind-the-scenes at ongoing efforts to preserve the hotel's buildings. Plus, what the nonprofit arts organization WorldBeat Cultural Center has in store this season. And a weekend arts preview.

En esta ocasión, les cuento sobre el Hotel Del Coronado, ubicado en una isla frente a la ciudad de San Diego, y algunas de las historias de fantasmas que dicen embrujan el lugar.  https://terrorcercadeti.com/  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/terrorcerca/  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/terrorcerca/  GoodReads - https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/130049089-terror-cerca-de-ti 

Did you know Thanksgiving has its own ghostly tales? From the tragic railroad specters of New York and Pennsylvania to the mysterious Kate Morgan at Hotel Del Coronado, uncover the spine-chilling secrets of Thanksgiving ghosts on this week's episode of The Ghost Report with Lisa Morton! #ThanksgivingGhosts #HauntedHolidays

Join us for the haunting Thanksgiving story of the mysterious Kate Morgan, the lingering ghost of the Hotel Del Coronado -- and then help us spread the word about some upcoming events!HOLIDAY SALE! We're offering 20% off all the books you buy if you use the promo code HOLIDAY when you check out. And also, if you spend $25 or more, you'll get a free gift bag for your books. Order books at AMERICANHAUNTINGSBOOKS.COM and just be sure to use the promo code HOLIDAY. That sale ends on December 14.BIG EVENT AT THE AMERICAN ODDITIES MUSEUM! Join us at the American Oddities Museum in Alton, IL on November 30 from 12-5 PM. Troy's new book, DEVIL'S CARNIVAL, will be officially out that day. Plus, we'll have a brand new exhibit opening in the museum (biggest one yet) and we'll also have a free performance by FREAKSHOW DELUXE, friends of ours who keep sideshows alive in the modern day. It's going to be great so come by, get the new book, see the show, check our the museum and lend us your support for Small Business Saturday! Check it out at DINNERANDSPIRITS.COM/CARNIVALThanks for your support!Our Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: https://shopify.com/hauntings Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-hauntings-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  Bob and his producer Brendan Thomas talk about Brendan's first visit to Hotel Del Coronado on Brendan's birthday. This leads to a discussion of Coronado during Christmastime and Christmas decorations in general. Click on your podcasting platform below to subscribe to The Bob Siegel Show: Apple  |  Google  | Spotify |  TuneIn  | Blubrry | […]

  Bob and his producer Brendan Thomas talk about Brendan's first visit to Hotel Del Coronado on Brendan's birthday. This leads to a discussion of Coronado during Christmastime and Christmas decorations in general. Click on your podcasting platform below to subscribe to The Bob Siegel Show: Apple  |  Google  | Spotify |  TuneIn  | Blubrry | […]

In this haunting episode, host Lisa Helton explores the chilling stories of three remarkable women whose lives and spirits continue to resonate through history. I share the tragic tale of Kate Morgan, whose restless spirit haunts the Hotel Del Coronado; the eccentric Sarah Winchester, whose grand mansion stands as a testament to grief and persistence; and the innocent Dorothy Good, the youngest victim of the Salem witch trials, whose lingering presence serves as a reminder of the innocence lost in times of turmoil. Drawing from the compelling narratives found in "The Haunted History of Invisible Women", by Leanna Hieber & Andrea Janes, this episode uncovers the deep connections between their experiences and the societal challenges women have faced throughout history.

Business owners in Ocean Beach are on high alert after a string of burglaries. Improvements could be coming to the rail line from San Diego to Los Angeles. Hundreds of workers at one of San Diego's most iconic hotels could vote to go on strike. Here's NBC 7's Nichelle Medina with the top stories of the day.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One person has been killed in National City after undercover deputy opened fire at a car dealership. A workers strike at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront could expand to include hundreds of employees at the Hotel Del Coronado. The Miramar Air Show returns this weekend. The country's largest department of defense airshow runs through Sunday. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Robert Marucci, commercial director for Hotel Del Coronado, talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last month's Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas about his famed hotel located just across the bay from San Diego and known as a haven for celebrities and vacationers alike. The Hotel Del has been recently refurbished and there are other projects in the works to keep this historic property on top as a marquee resort. For more information, visit www.hoteldel.com. If interested, the original video of this podcast can be found on the Insider Travel Report Youtube channel or by searching for the podcast's title on Youtube.

In 1892 a mysterious woman checked into The Hotel Del Coronado. The events over the next few days would lead to tragedy and mysterious circumstances that are yet to be explained. Who was the beautiful stranger and does her ghost still haunt the halls of this historic hotel? Due to the nature of this episode, listener discretion is advised. The subject of discussion in this episode involves suicide. 

In this special episode, we take a delightful detour from our usual topics as Margaret shares her recent travel adventure on an Amtrak train from Oregon to San Diego. Join us as she recounts the entire experience, from the cozy and scenic overnight train ride to the highlights of her stay at the historic Del Coronado Hotel, where she and her husband enjoyed some much-needed relaxation. Whether you're a travel enthusiast or simply curious about a unique journey, this episode offers a charming glimpse into a memorable trip filled with adventure and relaxation. Tune in for a fun and refreshing story that takes you from the rails to the shores of San Diego! Want to listen to episode #143 with the story about our stay at the Haunted Del Coronado Hotel in October 2023? Here's the link! Everything Envy Links: Amazon Store: ⁠⁠Shop Everything Envy⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠Everything.Envy⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠EverythingEnvy⁠⁠ Pinterest: ⁠⁠EverythingEnvyy⁠⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠EE Amazon Deals⁠⁠ Sign up for our newsletter: ⁠⁠EE Newsletter⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠Everything Envy⁠⁠ Affiliate Link: ⁠⁠AppSumo⁠⁠ Affiliate Link: ⁠⁠ClickFunnels⁠⁠ ******* The TECH tools we use in our podcast recording studio: ⁠⁠⁠Influencer⁠⁠⁠ Our ⁠⁠Free Vision Board Template⁠⁠ ******* Home Tour of our Studio House on Amazon Beyond: ⁠3D Tour⁠ Check out our blog for amazing behind the scenes pics: ⁠Blog⁠ Are you interested in becoming an Amazon Influencer? Click ⁠HERE⁠ to learn more! If you have a question for us or something you'd like us to talk about on this podcast, please leave us a comment in the box below. (Note: Only visible on mobile devices) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everythingenvypodcast/support

We're continuing our descent into Dark Summer with a look at some of the most haunted, summery resorts in the world. Would you dare stay a night in the most haunted room at the Hotel Del Coronado? TW: Suicide Check out our merch here: https://www.heartstartspounding.com/stickers  This episode is brought to you by Liquid IV. Turn your ordinary water into extraordinary hydration with Liquid I.V.® Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V.® when you go to liquidiv.com and use code HSP at checkout.   This episode is also sponsored by Apostrophe. Apostrophe is an online platform that connects you with an expert dermatology team to get customized acne treatment for your skinGet your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/HSP when you use our code: HSP Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to ad-free listening and bonus content. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. We have a newsletter now! Be sure to sign up for updates and more.

This week, Danielle covers the murder of Megan Barroso and Zee finishes the story of Beautiful Stranger - Kate Morgan - and the haunted Hotel Del Coronado.Stalk us here!Merch - ghosts-n-heauxsTwitter - ghostsnheauxsInstagram - ghosts_n_heauxsFacebook - GhostsnHeauxsPodcastAnd don't forget to send your stories to ghostsnheauxs@gmail.com

Episode 66: One of the biggest problems online business owners face is that nobody knows that they exist.You might have an amazing product or service that you offer, but if you can't get exposure and traffic to your offer, then you really don't have a business.In this episode, Frank King reveals his secrets for getting on one of the biggest stages in the world to get the word out about you and your business, AND he teaches us how to leverage those stages to build your email list, generate leads, and get paying customers and clients.About Frank King: Frank was a writer for The Tonight Show for 20 years and has been a speaker and comedian for 38 years, and now is a “Mental Health and Wellness in the Workplace” Speaker and Comedian.He's fought a lifetime battle with Depression and Suicidality, turning that long dark journey of the soul into 12 TEDx Talks, sharing his lifesaving insights on mental health and wellness with colleges, corporations and associations.He holds the record for the longest non-stop comedy club road trip (2,629 nights in a row), and has shared the stage with Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Dr. Ken Jung, and Jeff Foxworthy, among others.He was the opening act for The Beach Boys, Randy Travis, Nancy Wilson, Neil Sedaka, The Four Tops, and Lou Rawls (two New Years Eve shows at the Hotel Del Coronado).Frank has also survived 2 aortic valve replacements, double bypass, heart attack, and losing to a puppet on Star Search and lived to joke about all of it.Download Frank's “5-Star Speaker Toolkit” - https://getpaid4speaking1.com/speaker-branding-kit-downloadConnect with Frank:https://howtomakemoneyspeaking.com http://www.facebook.com/thementalhealthcomedian http://www.instagram.com/mentalhealthcomedian http://www.twitter.com/theMHcomedian https://www.youtube.com/thementalhealthcomedian https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankkingthemhcomedianWant to learn more about how to build a successful online business from the ground up? Grab your FREE copy of our online course, "Zero to $20k Blueprint" where you'll learn how to build a simple, scalable online marketing system that will quickly generate paying customers & clients for your online business.Get it NOW, by visiting our website at https://DigitalTrailblazer.com✅ Connect With Us:Website - https://DigitalTrailblazer.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/digitaltrailblazer/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@digitaltrailblazerTwitter: https://twitter.com/DgtlTrailblazerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/DigitalTrailblazer

Donna tells the story of the Hotel del Coronado. A stranger, who happens to be a single woman, comes to stay and people take notice. Kerri covers the story of the Noah Espada- not to be confused with her mispronunciation at the beginning of the story. His need for revenge takes him on a murderous spree. If you have any local true crime, local urban legend/lore, ghost stories.. we want them all!! We want to hear from YOU. Especially if you have any funny Ambien stories! Email us at aparanormalchicks@gmail.com Join The Creepinati @ www.patreon.com/theAPCpodcast

Donna tells the story of the Hotel del Coronado. A stranger, who happens to be a single woman, comes to stay and people take notice. Kerri covers the story of the Noah Espada- not to be confused with her mispronunciation at the beginning of the story. His need for revenge takes him on a murderous spree. If you have any local true crime, local urban legend/lore, ghost stories.. we want them all!! We want to hear from YOU. Especially if you have any funny Ambien stories! Email us at aparanormalchicks@gmail.com Join The Creepinati @ www.patreon.com/theAPCpodcast

When Lottie A. Bernard checks into the Hotel Del Coronado in November of 1892, the staff is mesmerized by the mysterious woman they call “the beautiful stranger.” She appears in the lobby alone, without any luggage, anxiously awaiting the arrival of her brother. A few days later her body is found on the steps leading to the Pacific Ocean, her death ruled a suicide. The mystery only unravels from here as the staff realizes nothing the woman said was true. Who was she? Why was she there? And has she ever truly left? Join us as we explore the real identity of the beautiful stranger, theories about her death, and a hilariously unhinged tangent from Alana.Content Warning: Suicide ideation Tea of the Day: Green Pomegranate Tea Theme Music by Brad FrankSources:Ghostings at the Hotel Del Coronado: Kate Morgan and Isadore Rush by L. Simshttps://hoteldel.com/timeline/kate-morgan-mystery-begins/https://allthatsinteresting.com/kate-morganhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1989-12-17-me-1486-story.htmlhttps://www.sandiegomagazine.com/things-to-do/i-tried-it-room-3327-at-hotel-del-coronado/article_b01c8240-2a9e-11ec-a649-970bf63c613d.htmlhttps://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/local-history/sd-me-archives-kate-morgan-20171120-story.htmlhttps://www.historicmysteries.com/hotel-del-coronado-beautiful-stranger/https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1989-12-17-me-1486-story.htmlhttps://www.historichotels.org/us/hotels-resorts/hotel-del-coronado/history.phphttps://paranorms.com/kate-morgan-ghost/https://dreamingcasuallypoetry.blogspot.com/2013/11/who-was-beautiful-stranger-part-3.htmlhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/27532454/?terms=Hotel%20del%20coronado&match=1http://iagenweb.org/fremont/bios/morgan_kate_14.htmhttps://www.newspapers.com/article/the-los-angeles-times-kate-morgan-1/31434359/https://dreamingcasuallypoetry.blogspot.com/2013/11/who-was-beautiful-stranger-part-3.htmlhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-mar-02-me-then2-story.htmlThe Daily Nonpareil - 29 Oct 2003, Wed · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/962972276/The Sacramento Union - 30 Nov 1892, Wed · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/42204798/San Francisco Chronicle - 06 Dec 1892, Tue · Page 1 https://www.newspapers.com/image/27532454/Los Angeles Herald - 09 Dec 1892, Fri · Page 5 https://www.newspapers.com/image/87581929/

Happy Monday, fellow spookies! This week, Holly covers the bizarre unsolved murder of Blair Adams. Then, Danyelle tells us all about San Diego's haunted Hotel Del Coronado   Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

There's no other way to describe the Hotel del Coronado in San Diego other than magnificent. The structure is unique and easily recognizable with its Queen Anne Victorian architecture and white clapboard exterior topped with red turrets. Much has been added to it through the years to modernize it, but the original 1888 hotel still dominates the scene. A beautiful stranger came to stay in 1892 and she was found dead at the hotel. And now that hotel is famously haunted by her spirit. From the hotel, one can see the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, which also is apparently haunted. Join us as we explore the history and hauntings of Hotel del Coronado. The Moment in Oddity features a gold coin treasure and This Month in History features the Lincoln penny. Check out the website: http://historygoesbump.com Show notes can be found here: https://historygoesbump.blogspot.com/2023/08/hgb-ep-501-hotel-del-coronado.html Become an Executive Producer: http://patreon.com/historygoesbump Music used in this episode:  Main Theme: Lurking in the Dark by Muse Music with Groove Studios (Moment in Oddity) Vanishing by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4578-vanishing License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license (This Month in History) In Your Arms by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3906-in-your-arms License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Outro Music: Happy Fun Punk by Muse Music with Groove Studios The following music was used for this media project: Wonders of the Ocean by Geoff Harvey from Pixabay

Happy Thursday Besties!! We start off this week's episode with a good ole game to get us chatting about all of our favorite things from childhood!! Cast your votes on the best of the best over on our Instagram @CreepsAndCrimesPodcast Morgan starts us off today by covering the haunting history of the Hotel Del Coronado and the famous ghosts that still reside there, one being the iconic Kate Morgan, the lady in black, and the lady in white- who HATES all of the gift shop knick-knacks! Taylar then covers the murders of Robert Farberger and Eva Caudell from Chicago, IL that were investigated by Dect. Rafael Tovar after hearing the case for the first time on Anatomy of Murder "Lover's Lane" Episode!See yall next Thursday for our Back to School Special! Love ya sm! TTYL!!This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Download the Drizly app or go to Drizly.com and use code CREEPSANDCRIMES to receive $5 off or $0 delivery fee* off your next orderTake your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today! Go to Prose.com/creepsandcrimesTreat yourself to the best shape wear on the market and save 20% off at honeylove.com/creepsandcrimes Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

San Diego is a favorite of Lyn's family with its fantastic weather, plentiful outdoor options, beauty and so many activities to choose from. Lyn shares an "audio tour" of this SoCal gem with her top tips and recommendations for where to stay and what to see and do. Additional Resources: My Favorite Things to Do in San Diego (video) 35 Suntastic Things to Do in San Diego article 7 Glorious San Diego Beaches to Discover article 8 Reasons to Consider Hotel del Coronado for Your San Diego Stay article InterContinental San Diego Tour & Review (video) Best Western Island Palms & Marina Hotel review (video)

In this episode: What Were They Thinking. Today we discuss a few odd topics that include a teenager that decided to cover his parents entire kitchen with peanut butter, appliances and all. We also discuss a plane passengers desperate cries for HELP because of breath that was killing him. More stories like these will have you asking, "What Were They Thinking?" Good Luck Sleeping. Get ready for story time as we tell a few stories of Mystery, Death, Murder and Hauntings from around the world. The Life and After Life of Kate Morgan. In 1892 a traveler that was mysteriously killed while waiting for her lover. She haunts a beautiful travel destination on an island along the coast of San Diego called The Hotel Del Coronado. And also the story of Teresa Fidalgo, A Ghost Who Haunts Social Media. In 1983 a vehicle accident in Portugal took the life of a young woman that haunts the location still to this day. While driving one late night, a group of friends spot a young woman walking along the road side and invite her into their car for a ride. You have to tune in to hear the rest. And lastly We respectfully visit the unimaginable case of a Florida cheerleader that was tragically stabbed 114 times. Tristyn Bailey, a 13 year old cheerleader was murdered by a 14 year old monster. Our hearts truly go out to the families involved in this one. The families of both sides are respectfully in our prayers. Whattttittttissss segment. Is the TikTok Time traveler a quack or the real deal? We discuss his most recent predictions and scratch our heads at the same time. Have aliens come to pick 8000 of us up yet? Will we become part squirrel and grow the newly found love for honey roasted peanuts? You gotta listen to find out. *Information for this episode was gathered from Mirror.co.uk, NBCNews and Paranormalcatalog.net. Hopefully you all enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording this one. Thank you so much for listening, see you on the next one. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifetastic/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifetastic/support

The picturesque island of Coronado, situated in the resort city of San Diego, California, is crawling with the Secret Service in preparation for the arrival of William "Bill" Jefferson Clinton, saxophonist extraordinaire and 42nd President of the United States of America. Clinton is scheduled to deliver a speech at the historic and famously haunted five-star Hotel Del Coronado, located close to three military bases, on the 27th. Coincidentally, a two-day UFO conference is taking place at the Del Coronado, hosted by Yvonne Smith, a certified hypnotherapist specializing in PTSD and alien abductions and founder of the Close Encounter Research Organization (CERO). During the weekend, the island will become the site of an abduction event on a scale never seen before or since, allegedly involving President Clinton himself. After an investigation that lasted nearly two decades and involved hundreds of hours of regression therapy with witnesses, Smith uncovered a disturbing story in which a dozen or more people, conveniently all members of CERO, were simultaneously abducted from their rooms on two consecutive nights at different locations. It's got all the hits, folks. Grab your abduction Bingo cards and join us as we discuss cape-wearing aliens, perplexed Greys struggling with blankets, a man's relentless quest to show his penis to every living organism on earth and we're not talking about President Clinton here, and so, so much more. If YELP had been a thing back then, all of these establishments would've gone out of business. Sources: Coronado: The President, The Secret Service and Alien Abductions: ISBN-13: 9781499195019 LA Times: https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1994-01-06-vl-9120-story.html IMDB Theme song: "Ufo" by Floats, available on Soundcloud, iTunes and Spotify Logo designed by Megan Lagerberg T-Shirt Designs by The Great Desdymona Check out ourstrangeskies.com for all things related to the podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 1892 an woman going by the name Lottie Bernard checked in to the Hotel del Coronado in Coronado, CA. Within a few days she would be deceased and everything she told the hotel, including her identity, would be thrown into question. Who is the woman who checked in and why did she die? These questions would eventually be answered...or would they? And is it possible there's a ghostly connection? Plus history of the illustrious Hotel del Coronado,If you would like to support us we have a Patreon page at: https://www.patreon.com/californiatruecrime Website and End Notes: californiatruecrime.com CaliTrueCrime Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/california-true-crime?ref_id=24335Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calitruecrime Twitter: https://twitter.com/calitruecrime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calitruecrime

On the 12th Day of Christmas my travel log gave to me: 12 hour layovers 11 dollar coffee 10 nasal swabbings 9 flights delaying 8 lanes a-merging 7 dollars per gallon 6 damaged presents 5 SCREAM-ING KIIIIDDDDSSSS 4 shuttle changes 3 canceled dinners 2 missing shoes And a drunk uncle in Q-A-NONNNNNNNNNNNN Happy Hanukkah. Merry Christmas. Happy Kwanzaa. Merry Festivus. We're airing our grievances and wishing you the best in 2023. Thanks for joining us this year! #emptynest #fulltank Social: linktr.ee/skiptownallstars Check out our sponsor, Anytime Mailbox, at skiptownallstars.com/anytime

In Part 2 Annie discusses the theories of who the woman found dead at the Hotel Del Coronado might be, based on what little evidence we have. Lottie Bernard? Lizzie Wylie? Kate Morgan?  Someone else, entirely? Some of the impressive paranormal activity at the hotel is also discussed.

The Hotel Del Coronado, is the largest wooden Victorian resort hotel in the world. On Thanksgiving Day, 1892 a beautiful young woman checked in, using the unaccompanied ladies entrance. Five days later, her lifeless body was found on the steps leading to the beach. This was only the beginning of a series of baffling clues; who was this woman, and how did she come to such a sad end? Today we discuss the incomparable Hotel Del, from its inception and construction to the most infamous, (but not the only) mystery whose secrets she keeps to this day.

This hotel room may have a 2-year waiting list, but at least you can blame the empty mini-bar on the ghost. Join Chase and Lily as they recall their recent visit to the infamous Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, California. Later, they discuss the first eight films from their October movie watch list.

Welcome back for another episode of Spookified!!!  In this episode we are exploring the beautiful and haunted city of San Diego, California!!!  First, we will check out the historic Whaley House which served many different purposes throughout the years, and now hosts a ton of ghosts.  Then later we turn our attention to the iconic Hotel Del Coronado where we share a story about a mysterious guest that apparently has never left.  Sit back, grab your favorite drink, and let's get spooky!Hello Spookified listeners! We want to hear from you! Feel free to contact us if you have any paranormal experiences you'd like to share or want us to feature a haunted location near you. You can reach us at the following: Email us at spookifiedpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @spookifiedpodcast Twitter: @spookifiedpod

Nicole demonstrates a half-shell crochet pattern while Angela dives into the history & haunts of the Hotel Del Coronado in Coronado, California. Then we review In the Mouth of Madness (1994). See the YouTube Demo of Nichi on a Half Shell Website: https://theominousstitch.podbean.com/ Instagram: @theominousstitchpodcast Facebook: The Ominous Stitch Podcast Email us your spooky stories so we can do Listener Stories Episode: theominousstitch@gmail.com TikTok: @theominousstitchpodcast Twitter: TOStitchPodcast

In this episode of Priority Status, Vice President, Marrissa Mallory uncovers the surprising secrets of the hotel that put Southern California on the map—Hotel del Coronado. She delves into the history of the grand Damme with "The Del's" Heritage Manager Gina Petrone, and learns what it's like to play host to celebrities and icons from Marilyn Monroe and Charlie Chaplin to Frank Sinatra and Al Pacino; Presidents from Franklin Roosevelt to Ronald Reagan, and America's founding families including decades of Vanderbilts to Carnegies. The National Historic Landmark hotel—credited as the genesis the American beach vacation—has been serving up nostalgia to travelers far and wide for more than 130 years, and has completed big plans to ensure it preserves its prized nostalgia for generations of travelers to come.

San Diego is known for its rich history and vibrant culture. It's also known for having some of the most active haunted locations on the west coast. Join us as we dive into the history of the Hotel Del Coronado, and the tragic mystery surrounding the death of a beautiful stranger. We also explore what some say could be the most haunted house in the United States. The Whaley House. Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/TYngGQgE33 Follow on twitter: http://twitter.com/htghoststories Follow on instagram: http://instagram.com/hometownghoststories Hosted by: Rob Coakley, Jesse Wilkins and Dave Wilkins Narrated by Jesse Wilkins http://twitter.com/kingcoakley http://twitter.com/jessecwilkins http://twitter.com/davewilkins12 Catch the Live Stream on twitch as well: http://twitch.tv/idoubletake Music by: Jesse Wilkins http://soundcloud.com/djdoubletake

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Tales of The Beautiful Stranger and her tragic story set off stories and accounts from people who have witnessed ghosts in the rooms of The Coronado Hotel in California.Have an idea? Email us at hello@adarkmemory.com or through our website https://ADarkMemory.comResearched by Madeline Guerra, and produced by Edwin Covarrubias.

Join us as we check into the Hotel Del Coronado! We'll discuss hauntings, and the death of a beautiful stranger. Who was she? Why was she there? Was she murdered? For more information on our sources, please visit our website: http://www.truecreeps.com/ (www.truecreeps.com) https://www.patreon.com/truecreeps (https://www.patreon.com/truecreeps) https://www.teepublic.com/user/true-creeps (https://www.teepublic.com/user/true-creeps) Twitter @truecreeps Instagram @truecreepspod Facebook.com/truecreepspod Email us at truecreepspod@gmail.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podsights - https://podsights.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

The Residuals have their first haunted sleepover! Join Emily & Joy at the Hotel Del Coronado on Coronado Island in Southern California. Don't let the beautiful setting fool you, there are ghosts in the gift shop, residual Victorian guests, & an energy vortex that stopped our hosts in their tracks. Did they actually stay in the infamous Kate Morgan Room all night or did the run away screaming? 

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