Podcasts about local lore

Grandpa Bill Asks:Ever wanted to explore Portland like a local?

Join Morgan Knudsen and Mike Browne on "Supernatural Circumstances" as they delve into the fascinating world of introducing the paranormal to children. Their guest, author and adventurer Jeff Finup, shares insights from his book "Wisconsin Legends for Kids," weaving tales of mysterious creatures and lesser-known legends from the Badger State. From werewolves to ghostly phantoms, Jeff discusses how to spark curiosity and wonder in young minds about the unexplained. Dive into the enchanting stories of Wisconsin's hidden history and explore how to make the paranormal accessible to all ages.  Wisconsin Legends Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wisconsin-legends-podcast/id1636116635  GET Jeff's BOOK: https://www.amazon.ca/Wisconsin-Legends-Kids-Jeff-Finup/dp/B0D3HY1DSV  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Put on those seatbelts for another wild adventure with Joey and Gil on the second leg of our Cryptid Road trip! This time, we delve into the mystical realms of the Pacific Northwest to uncover the secrets of cryptids like the Lake Chelan Dragon, Colossal Claud, and the elusive Wampus Cat. From legendary tales to humorous banter, join us as we explore these mysterious creatures and the folklore that surrounds them. Also, find out who is in the Council of Cryptids.You can check out the first episode of the Cryptid Road Trip Here (Episode 99). Remember to follow us on Patreon for exclusive content and become part of our community! BCR Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/BlackCatReport/Contact Us: Email: contact@blackcat.report Listener Idea Submission Form: https://bcr.link/ideasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/black_cat_report/Sources: Lake Chelan Dragonhttps://www.pnwtkitsap.com/cryptids-and-creatures-of-the-pnw/https://chelanlookout.com/blog/history-lake-chelan/#:~:text=The%20Chelan%20Natives,of%20the%20Interior%20Salishan%20language.https://pnwag.net/pnw-tribes-and-oregon-state-receive-forest-investments/https://mvlresort.com/2020/09/01/legend-of-the-dragon-of-lake-chelan/https://hangar1publishing.com/blogs/cryptids/lake-chelan-dragon?srsltid=AfmBOoqGy5dHrMINaHubPZiP5uebpU6XYDKMjEXi3bRcdnhDRid_9T5cColossal Claude:https://hangar1publishing.com/blogs/cryptids/oregon-cryptidshttps://www.thenewsguard.com/community_paid/offbeat-oregon-colossal-claude-the-great-columbia-bar-sea-serpent/article_7df40f0a-4773-11ea-acf4-678991ac3ee4.htmlhttps://www.iflscience.com/colossal-claude-from-oregon-folklore-accused-of-causing-underwater-eruption-68065https://www.oregonencyclopedia.org/articles/sea-serpent-lore/https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Colossal_Claudehttps://northamericancryptids.com/colossal-claude/Idaho Wampus Cat:https://hangar1publishing.com/blogs/cryptids/idaho-cryptidshttps://hangar1publishing.com/blogs/cryptids/idaho-cryptids?srsltid=AfmBOopt-zyR6CUYVGfmciTTxZt9-mZM88ykddkuKob_NJYBVH69WHW4https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wampus_cathttps://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Wampus_Cathttp://www.lib.lumberwoods.org/fc/wampuscat.htmlhttps://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/18162690/1https://bonnercountydailybee.com/news/2010/jan/05/wampus-cat-mascot-celebrates-75-years-7/MUSIC CREDITS:Outro Music: Lounge Jungle by Curt S D Macdonald: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://download.audiohero.com/track/41504269⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Music Licensing Agreements: ⁠⁠https://blackcat.report/music-licensing-agreementAAM509_05_ForgetMeNot by Michael Benghiathttps://download.audiohero.com/track/47694799AutoDriving L2TRANS_24_1 by Sound Ideashttps://download.audiohero.com/track/1455901128-Sails-Set_Full_FM2219 by Alex Khaskin (SOCAN) https://download.audiohero.com/track/45389349#CryptidRoadTripChapters00:00 Introduction01:07 The Cryptid Road Trip Begins04:08 Exploring the Lake Chelan Dragon07:02 The Legend of Captain Chelan09:58 The Transformation of the Stowaways12:58 Witness Accounts and Sightings15:51 The 1945 School Bus Incident19:01 Local Lore and the Sea Dragon21:59 The Pirate Festival and Conclusion30:32 The Journey Begins: Road Trip to Oregon32:41 Exploring Cryptids: Colossal Claude and Bermuda Bob35:54 Colossal Claude: The Gentle Giant of the Columbia River37:28 Sighting Stories: Encounters with Colossal Claude44:42 Theories Behind Colossal Claude: Whale or Plesiosaurus?50:41 The Legacy of Colossal Claude: A Sentimental Farewell56:11 The Council of Cryptids57:05 Idaho: A State of Cryptids58:40 The Wampus Cat: Origins and Legends01:02:42 The Wampus Cat's Powers and Abilities01:11:42 The Wampus Cat's Role in Ecosystems01:13:42 Wrap-Up and Future AdventuresTags:#MythicalMonsters #FolkloreLegends #PodcastCommunity #LakeChelanDragon #ColossalClaud #WampusCat⁠ #CryptidRoadTrip #BlackCatReport #BCR

On this episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois speaks with local author, human rights activist and educator Joe Chianakas about his upcoming horror novel Darkness Calls, set for release on March 4.

Grandpa Bill's Grunts & Groans-Grandpa Bill's Grunt's & GroansEver wanted to explore Portland like a local?

In this episode, Fred interviews John, who shares multiple chilling encounters in the Alaskan outdoors that suggest the presence of Bigfoot. John's experiences span from the early 1970s to 2017, including strange vocalizations, eerie campfire encounters, and sightings of large, hairy beings. Additionally, Fred recounts a recent encounter shared by Richard and Samantha in Hope, Alaska, involving unsettling surveillance and aggressive behavior from an unknown creature. Another tale describes Brian and Derek's terrifying trip near Cordova, where they were harassed by a mysterious screaming entity. These stories contribute to the growing ledger of Bigfoot sightings and encounters in Alaska, urging listeners to stay alert when venturing into the wilderness. Get Our FREE NewsletterGet Brian's Books Leave Us A VoicemailVisit Our WebsiteSupport Our SponsorsVisit Untold Radio AMVisit HIMS.COM00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:13 Early Encounters in the 70s 01:40 Odd Calls and Unseen Visitors 03:20 Hairy Man Sighting by the River 04:57 Hunting and Sasquatch Sighting 07:31 Tracking and Trinkets Experiment 14:27 Close Encounter with a Sasquatch 24:19 Richard and Samantha's Gold Claim Experience 30:12 Samantha's Unease and Richard's Plan 30:51 The Encounter Begins 33:18 A Terrifying Confrontation 37:50 The Aftermath and Local Lore 39:44 Brian and Derek's Hunting Trip 40:37 Eerie Silence and Unseen Watchers 46:18 Strange Noises and Growing Fear 52:00 A Night of Terror 01:01:40 A Hasty Retreat 01:04:12 Reflections and WarningsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sasquatch-odyssey--4839697/support.

Sara brings us the tale(s) of the Finley Ghost in Finley, Washington.     Sources https://www.reddit.com/r/TriCitiesWA/comments/p1k9c4/does_anyone_know_the_exact_location_where_the/ https://keyw.com/finley-ghost-video-drowned/ https://newstalk870.am/boy-ghost-columbia-river/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p95HDR5-KyI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaQ9F6yvThM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6qXrCXV-sM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKjjhtjIhaA  

Welcome to another Local Lore. This week, Lor jets off to Minnesota to investigate the infamously haunted Split Rock Lighthouse. Thanks for the amazing books, Casserole Cait. Have some local lore to share with UBMC? Tap here! JOIN THE PATREON FAMILY!

Summer safety tip: if you see a racoon acting drunk during the day, avoid it (and probably call Animal Control). This week, Hannah tells Katy about the legendary Mad Stone that might be able to help you if you ignore that advice, and get bitten by a rabid animal. The girls talk about werewolves, science, more reasons to distrust birds, vaccination efforts, and what to do if you wake up to find a bat in your room. The tangents are plentiful, but the story is a fun one (plus, free medical advice!) So pour your drinks, check your pets' vaccination records, and join us for this tale of Local Lore!Sources: https://www.jstor.org/stable/1498258?seq=9https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/mad-stones-rabies-cure-eerie-feelinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rabies#Signs_and_symptomshttps://www.pasteur.fr/en/research-journal/news/history-first-rabies-vaccination-1885https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/specific_groups/veterinarians/potential_exposure.html#:~:text=If%20the%20owner%20is%20unwilling,within%2096%20hours%20of%20exposure.https://countryroadsmagazine.com/art-and-culture/history/the-madstone/Support the Show.Follow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

While we covered Louisiana last season in our Small Town Getaways journey, we didn't quite look at the state through the type of lens we do today. For this Local Lore & Legends episode, we dig into the best Louisiana urban legends to ever be told. Louisiana already has a level of mystery to it, whether it's the voodoo culture or the swamplands. And with both the culture and land type, certain stories have swirled for years, creating a spectacular set of Louisiana folklore that must be heard.Louisiana Urban Legends We'll Cover Where Did The Grunch Come From? What Exactly Is A Rougarou? Is The Honey Island Swamp Monster Real? Should You Follow A Louisiana Ghost Light?Timestamps:(06:30:00) Louisiana Ghost Light(18:55:00) The Grunch(22:45:00) The Honey Island Swamp Monster(24:27:00) The Most Haunted Places In LouisianaThanks for taking this Local Lore & Legends journey with us! As mentioned, here are a few of our OnlyInYourState articles for you to keep reading!The Best Folktales & Legends In LouisianaThe Greatest Urban Legends To Come From LouisianaNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Have you ever stood on the train tracks and looked down the rails into the darkness, hoping to see the mysterious light everyone says sometimes appears? Have you seen the light yourself? This week, Hannah tells Katy about the Maco Light (a true Local Lore for these NC-based podcasters), and the other very similar stories featuring a gruesome train mishap, and a headless ghost wandering around with a lantern. The girls talk local geography (spoiler: there's a Maco and a Macon in NC, and a Chapel Hill in TN), swamp chemistry, which came first: the telegram or the taxi, the merits of sleep masks, and plenty of train puns! We're getting back to our roots (literally and figuratively), and we hope you'll come along for the (train) ride! So pour your drinks, and join us for this tale of Local Lore! Sources:https://web.archive.org/web/20111228012923/http://www.wilmingtonrailroadmuseum.org/content/joebaldwin.phphttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maco_lighthttps://www.ncpedia.org/maco-lighthttps://www.wkrn.com/special-reports/haunted-tennessee/ghost-light-haunts-chapel-hills-railroad-tracks/https://lylerussell.net/2022/09/25/tn-gl-episode-2-the-headless-signalman-and-the-chapel-hill-ghost-light/https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/article/moonlight-white-barn-owls/https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsta.2014.0206https://www.popsci.com/jack-o-lanterns-marsh-lights/https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/light-of-saratogahttps://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/big-thicket-lightSupport the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

This week, we're on a break, so we're revisiting one of our most popular episodes from Season 2 - Lore Lore & Legends. Who's ready for some hauntings and history?!We're heading to Sara's home state of Ohio for this special episode for Season 2 Local Lore & Legends. Are you familiar with Ohio urban legends? How much do you know about The Monster of Minerva, or the only known witch trial to occur in Ohio? Like many other states we've covered, Ohio has its fair share of urban legends, spooky tales, and mysterious creatures. With some expert insight into the best Ohio legends and mysteries, the Not Your Average Bucket List hosts take everyone on a chilling adventure through the state.Ohio Urban Legends We'll Cover What are some of the best Ohio urban legends? What really happens overnight in the Ohio State Reformatory? Ohio Melon Heads The Only Known Witch Trial To Occur in OhioTimestamps:(06:00:00) Ohio Has Its Own “The Watcher” Letter Writer(9:45:00) A Few Haunted Spots In Ohio(11:40:00) The Hauntings of Margaret Shilling(20:57:00) The Ohio State Reformatory(29:46:00) The Only Known Witch Trial To Occur in OhioIn this episode, our hosts dig into some of the best Ohio urban legends and haunted tales. Plus, as always, take a look at these OnlyInYourState articles for more creepy Ohio articles:The Ultimate Terrifying Ohio Road TripOhio State ReformatoryOhio Urban Legends & Cryptids: An Interview With An ExpertNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Deep in the heart of Appalachia, there's a legend of a pale race of cave-dwelling people, who only come out at night, and who may or may not have been driven to extinction. This week, Hannah tells Katy about the Moon-Eyed People of Appalachia (thank you Amanda, for the suggestion!). The girls talk problematic white history, blind Pelicans, gay whales, genetics, Welsh pronunciations, and whether or not the Moon-Eyed People actually existed (and whether they still exist today!) It's a great follow up to the Giant Skeletons episode (ep. 199) and the whacky history white settlers tried to impose to justify colonization; plus a few fun facts about Indigenous Americans and their very long, rich history. Pour those drinks, grab a snack, gather your kids (it's a kid-friendly one), and join us for this tale of Local Lore! Sources:https://www.penn.museum/sites/expedition/moon-children-of-san-blas-islands/https://web.archive.org/web/20130127191203/http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2013/01/130125-albino- albinism-tanzania-witch-doctors/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albinism_in_humanshttps://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge- core/content/view/BB0EC319CD247F5FEA8B4A477D9C9052/S0025727300025357a.pdf/the-legend-of-a-white-native- race.pdfhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/moon-eyed-peoplehttps://northcarolinaghosts.com/mountains/moon-eyed-people/scary-truth/ https://northcarolinaghosts.com/mountains/moon-eyed-people/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1932351/pdf/ajhg00558-0085.pdf https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/20/uk/welsh-americas-history-intl-hnk/index.html https://www.thesylvaherald.com/news/article_63be7a46-193a-11eb-bcb1-9b6452791b80.html https://www.ancient-origins.net/myths-legends-americas/moon-eyed-people-0016334 Support the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

What's the most exotic meat you've ever tried? Gator sausage and scorpion have nothing on this episode. This week, Hannah tells Katy the legend of the Demon Butcher of Palos Park, and the horrifying (and stomach-turning) truths in it. The girls revisit a few cannibals from Ep. 24, find a great movie recommendation, and dive headfirst into how the sausage was made back when our great grandparents were buying it from the grocery store. This one is a bit of a roller coaster, both in that the "stories" vary wildly, and in that it might make you puke. So choose your drinks carefully, avoid food at all costs, and join us for this gross tale of Local Lore.Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/06/nytnow/no-hot-dogs-do-not-contain-human-meat.htmlhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation-now/2015/10/26/report-human-dna-found-hot-dogs/74617102/https://windycityghosts.com/the-demon-butcher-of-palos-park-il/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motel_Hellhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweeney_Toddhttps://www.snopes.com/search/human%20meat/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Methenyhttps://www.history.com/news/upton-sinclair-the-jungle-us-food-safety-reformshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Junglehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5raj0ZFoeIlXyMwBUv8Man?si=8w9RepzsR1WsjVIv6k6K5QSupport the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

As I nestled into my chair across from Renee Stewart of Lake Minnetonka Magazine, the cozy hum of our shared love for community storytelling set the stage for a conversation rich with insight. Renee, with her wealth of experience, illuminated the intricate dance of crafting a publication that mirrors the pulse of our local life. We unpacked the magic behind selecting stories that resonate—a task that balances reader interests with the vibrant themes that define our neck of the woods. Our chat eventually wove its way to the deep emotional threads that local stories tug at. From the heavy hearts of grieving parents to the light of recognition in the eyes of those we feature, the conversation underscored the profound impact of sharing these human experiences. With a spark of spontaneity and the warmth of new friendships, this episode is a love letter to the community that continually inspires us, reminding us that every story, every voice, adds color to the vibrant mosaic that is Lake Minnetonka.Learn more at https://www.tonkatalk.com where we share more about our Lake Minnetonka community, including upcoming events and our take on local experiences.Connect with us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TonkaTalk/If you have feedback, questions, or suggestions of a future guests creating community and connection, email natalie@tonkatalk.com We appreciate your support in sharing Tonka Talk Community and Connection with someone you think could benefit from our content.

Welcome back Shedheads!This week the boys are talking about some strange local oddities that Sean found in his area. Have you ever studied a map of your town? We explore some strange areas in the town of Plymouth Massachusetts.The guys get into cool books from their childhood. Did you ever read any of these classic stories?Finally, we wind down as the boys discuss the phenomenon of talking dogs and cats that have been captured on social media. Are our pets learning to speak in our language?The Independent RiotDeep dives with experts and madmen into life's most interesting topics. If you're an...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showWant More Shedtime Podcast?Want to Find the Show on your FAVORITE STREAMING SERVICE?Want more EXCLUSIVE CONTENT only available to the Shedheads?Visit the Shed on the web :http://www.shedtimepodcast.comFind the Shedtime Podcast on Instagram : @ShedtimePodcast

Saint John rapper Stephen Hero's latest album is a celebration of the local characters and the urban legends that give the Port City its characteristic gritty vibe.

It's the Friday news roundup! The City Cast team is keeping it light heading into Halloween week. We're bringing you some local lore, extremely insider-y Pittsburgh costume ideas, and our recommendations for lesser-known horror films shot in and around the city. Find more Hallo-weekend fun here: Subscribe to get Monday's Hey Pittsburgh newsletter and see photos of the mysterious moving morgue Check out old photos showing how they moved the Allegheny County morgue The Gibson Girl and her homicidal husband were both born in Western PA We covered the true story behind the urban legend of Pittsburgh's glowing “Green Man” Pittsburgh's weird history of alligators on the loose There's a new entry in Pittsburgh's scary movie canon: Lifetime's “Handyman from Hell” Find Pittsburgh-themed Halloween costumes on the City Cast Pittsburgh website If you decide to dress up as Mr. Yuk, be sure to read up on his origins Want some more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We're also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Leigh dives into the unexpected director behind 1992's little-known horror masterpiece Braindead (released in the US in 1993 as Dead Alive) while Lori introduces alchemy through the 2018 British television series A Discovery Of Witches.GET UPDATES ON THE IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS DOC HERE!TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE.Support the showMERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING!WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS!UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCASTPO BOX 12738PITTSBURGH, PA 15241

Welcome to Witch Whispers, our weekly minisode series coming to you every Wednesday. Each week, Leigh and Lori will take turns picking a  bite-sized magical topic to hold you over until our full-length Friday episode.Let's talk astrology. This week, Leigh explores all things LIBRA: the most enigmatic of the air signs.TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE.Support the showMERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING!WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS!UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCASTPO BOX 12738PITTSBURGH, PA 15241

In the fourth edition of this special series, the UBMC crew answers anonymous audience questions and gives a personal survival guide for the autumn season.YOU ARE NOW LISTENING TO AN AWARD-WINNING PODCAST, FOLKS! CHECK US OUT IN THE PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HERE AND HERE. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT!TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE.Support the showMERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING!WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS!UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCASTPO BOX 12738PITTSBURGH, PA 15241

Welcome to Witch Whispers, our weekly minisode series coming to you every Wednesday. Each week, Leigh and Lori will take turns picking a bite-sized magical topic to hold you over until our full-length Friday episode.This week, Lori kicks off her new segment, Local Lore, with the infamous Pittsburgh legend known as Green Man's Tunnel!YOU ARE NOW LISTENING TO AN AWARD-WINNING PODCAST, FOLKS! CHECK US OUT IN THE PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER HERE AND HERE. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT!TO VIEW A COMPLETE LIST OF OUR RESOURCES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE.Support the showMERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING! MERCHANDISING!WANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW? EMAIL UBMCPOD@GMAIL.COM (SUBJECT LINE "LOCAL LORE") THE STORY OF YOUR MOST INFAMOUS LOCAL FOLKLORE AND LEGENDS!UNCLE BOB'S MAGIC CABINET PODCASTPO BOX 12738PITTSBURGH, PA 15241

We've officially wrapped Local Lore & Legends, season two, of the Not Your Average Bucket List. It's been a wild ride for 15 episodes of urban legends, local folklore, and surprising history for the states we've covered. In this quick wrap-up for the podcast season, we talk about our favorite episodes we've covered and a few things we've learned throughout the journey. What was our favorite state we featured? Did we have any favorite cryptids? What are a few places we wished we had covered but didn't? What will Not Your Average Bucket List cover in season THREE?!Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you know or love one of the 15 featured towns, call or text 805-298-1420 and tell us what you love about it (and have a chance to have your clip featured on the show). You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Massachusetts Urban Myths, Lore, and LegendsWelcome back, listeners, to another spine-tingling episode of Not Your Average Bucket List - Local Lore & Legends. This season we've been delving deep into the mystical, macabre, and historical findings across the United States. Today, we're embarking on a journey through Massachusetts local lore and urban legends, and this one is a doozy! Prepare yourselves for our final episode of the season as we explore the rich tapestry of stories that have haunted the shadowy corners of the Bay State for generations.Massachusetts Urban Legends We'll Cover What are Pukwudgies? A deep dive into the Salem Witch Trials What is The Bridgewater Triangle? The Spider Gates Cemetery - a gateway to hell?Timestamps:(02:20:00) Pukwudgies - A Massachusetts Cryptid(06:55:00) The Massachusetts Salem Witch Trials(24:32:00) The Bridgewater Triangle(26:35:00) The Massachusetts Gateway To HellReady to shop better hydration? Use our special link (https://zen.ai/notyouraveragebucketlist3) to save 20% off anything you order.Thanks for taking this Local Lore & Legends journey with us! As mentioned, here are a few of our OnlyInYourState articles for you to keep reading!https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/massachusetts/urban-legends-ma/Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

For our second-to-last episode of Local Lore and Legends for Not Your Average Bucket List, we're heading up north to the great state of Alaska. Not only does Alaska have a ton of unexplored wilderness which already causes trouble for missing people, but there are other unexplained phenomena that we cover in this episode. For instance, did you know there was such a thing as an Alaska Triangle? Or how about the fact UFOs might be hiding away in Mount Hayes? We cover all this and more Alaska urban legends in Episode 13.Alaska Urban Legends We'll Cover What are the Kushtaka? Is The Alaskan Triangle real? Is there an Alaska UFO Base in Mount Hayes? Let's Discuss the Alaskan Vortex.Timestamps:(04:00:00) Cryptids In Alaska(05:45:00) Legend Of The Otter Man (Kushtaka)(08:45:00) Alaskan UFOs(15:40:00) The Alaskan TriangleThanks for taking this Local Lore & Legends journey with us! As mentioned, here are a few of our OnlyInYourState articles for you to keep reading!https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/alaska/kushtaka-land-otter-legend-ak/https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/alaska/ak-urban-legends/https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/alaska/the-creepy-small-town-in-ak-with-insane-paranormal-activity/Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Utah is a surprising gateway for unexplained phenomena, urban legends, and more. Some of the best Utah urban legends are featured in our latest Local Lore & Legends episode by Not Your Average Bucket List. Our hosts, Sara and Marisa, go deep into the Utah folklore with the history of Skinwalker Ranch. Plus, the episode covers the Bear Lake Monster - is it real? Is it just a story that snowballed? Also, our hosts discuss Ted Bundy and his only known survivor from a botched attack in Utah, as well as what happens when you steal wood from Escalante Petrified Forest!Utah Urban Legends We'll Cover What is the Bear Lake Monster? What is the curse surrounding Escalante Petrified Forest? Wait, Ted Bundy lived in Utah!? One word: Skinwalkers.Timestamps:(04:45:00) Bear Lake Monster(12:00:00) Escalante Petrified Forest(16:35:00) Ogden - Most Haunted Town in Utah(22:50:00) Skinwalkers & Skinwalker RanchThanks for taking this Local Lore & Legends journey with us! As mentioned, here are a few of our OnlyInYourState articles for you to keep reading!https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/utah/ut-urban-legends/https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/utah/ut-lake-monsters/https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/utah/emos-grave-ut/Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

In 1989, they say a demon broke the fiery bonds of Hell and escaped through a hole foolishly dug by mortal humans trying to reach the center of the earth; that demon would flit about restlessly until it finally came to rest inside the tiny infant body that would become your favorite podcast cohost: Katy. That story might not have made the rounds on the internet in the 90's, but a similar one did: Russian geologists, in their bid to reach the earth's mantle (and gain the title of "world's deepest hole") inadvertently broke through into a mysterious cavern, nine miles below the surface of the earth, and to their horror, heard the screams of thousands of damned souls burning in a lake of fire. This week, the girls will discuss what's fact and what's fiction in this spooky legend, and as always, leave you with some solid facts that might scare you almost as much as the prospect of Hell bubbling just nine miles under our feet. Be prepared for childhood religious trauma, geology facts, and lots and lots of jokes about "deep holes" because apparently this podcast is run by 13 year-old boys. Get the sunglasses and the Holy Water, and strap in for a deep dive (get it?) into this tale of Local Lore!Sources: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-deep-is-the-deepest-hole-in-the-world/https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/kola-superdeep-boreholehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kola_Superdeep_Borehole#Researchhttps://skeptoid.com/episodes/4307https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/news/apr17/dwh-protected-species.html#:~:text=Marine%20mammal%20researchers%20concluded%20that,in%20the%20Gulf%20of%20Mexico.https://www.americanprogress.org/article/the-lasting-impact-of-deepwater-horizon/https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/the-well-to-hell/https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/giant-hole-ground-has-been-fire-more-40-years-180951247/https://worldcrunch.com/what-the-world/eternal-flame-fallshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baba_GurgurSupport the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

Today we sat down with Michelle Cox.  Michelle is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents…..

While we covered Louisiana last season in our Small Town Getaways journey, we didn't quite look at the state through the type of lens we do today. For this Local Lore & Legends episode, we dig into the best Louisiana urban legends to ever be told. Louisiana already has a level of mystery to it, whether it's the voodoo culture or the swamplands. And with both the culture and land type, certain stories have swirled for years, creating a spectacular set of Louisiana folklore that must be heard.Louisiana Urban Legends We'll Cover Where Did The Grunch Come From? What Exactly Is A Rougarou? Is The Honey Island Swamp Monster Real? Should You Follow A Louisiana Ghost Light?Timestamps:(06:30:00) Louisiana Ghost Light(18:55:00) The Grunch(22:45:00) The Honey Island Swamp Monster(24:27:00) The Most Haunted Places In LouisianaThanks for taking this Local Lore & Legends journey with us! As mentioned, here are a few of our OnlyInYourState articles for you to keep reading!The Best Folktales & Legends In LouisianaThe Greatest Urban Legends To Come From LouisianaNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Rather than your regularly scheduled Local Lore & Legends episode, we're trying something a bit new. We are highlighting the top 10 things to do in Florida for June 2023. This is going to be a new monthly series going forward. So, with that said, are you ready to dive into a month full of exciting things in Florida?!1. Tube Down The Itchetucknee2. Frank Pepe Pizzeria Delray Beach3. Her Turn Surf Fest at Flagler Beach4. Panhandle Watermelon Festival5. Smorgusburg Miami6. Cool off in Wekiwa Springs7. Westgate River Ranch - Spend the Night8. Frost Science Museum - Mummies of the World: The Exhibition9. Carillon Miami - Wellness Spa - Miami10. Bok Tower Gardens - WalesFor the full breakdown of all of these events, including when and where to go, check out our feature article on OnlyInYourState: The 10 Best Things To Do In Florida In June 2023.

Quick - name the first three things to come to mind when you think about the state of Maine. Did any of them involve a loch-ness monster? How about a Maine cryptid? Likely not. We came into this Season Two episode of Not Your Average Bucket List with some preconceived notions about Maine that were quickly debunked. However, there are a few incredible Maine urban legends that we wanted to share. Take this incredible journey with us to Maine to discover the best cryptids, legends, lore, and more!Maine Urban Legends We'll Cover What are some of the best Maine cryptids? Wait, Maine has a Loch Ness Monster?! The Tomb of Johnathan Buck How many unique cryptids does Maine have? Where is the Old Narrow Gauge Volunteer Trail in Maine?Timestamps:(05:55:00) Maine's Very Own Loch Ness Monster(07:43:00) The Casco Bay Sea Monster(09:55:00) We Play Guess That Cryptid!(18:45:00) Old Narrow Gauge Volunteer Trail Murder(21:25:00) Stephen King's Fictitious TownsThanks for taking this Local Lore & Legends journey with us! As mentioned, here are a few of our OnlyInYourState articles for you to keep reading!The 9 Best Maine Urban Legends12 Reasons Why Maine Is The SpookiestThe University of Southern Maine Ghost StoryNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

We're heading to Sara's home state of Ohio for this special episode for Season 2 Local Lore & Legends. Are you familiar with Ohio urban legends? How much do you know about The Monster of Minerva, or the only known witch trial to occur in Ohio? Like many other states we've covered, Ohio has its fair share of urban legends, spooky tales, and mysterious creatures. With some expert insight into the best Ohio legends and mysteries, the Not Your Average Bucket List hosts take everyone on a chilling adventure through the state.Ohio Urban Legends We'll Cover What are some of the best Ohio urban legends? What really happens overnight in the Ohio State Reformatory? Ohio Melon Heads The Only Known Witch Trial To Occur in OhioTimestamps:(06:00:00) Ohio Has Its Own “The Watcher” Letter Writer(9:45:00) A Few Haunted Spots In Ohio(11:40:00) The Hauntings of Margaret Shilling(20:57:00) The Ohio State Reformatory(29:46:00) The Only Known Witch Trial To Occur in OhioIn this episode, our hosts dig into some of the best Ohio urban legends and haunted tales. Plus, as always, take a look at these OnlyInYourState articles for more creepy Ohio articles:The Ultimate Terrifying Ohio Road TripOhio State ReformatoryOhio Urban Legends & Cryptids: An Interview With An ExpertNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Season Two of the podcast is rounding the halfway mark, and this week we're discussing all things New Jersey. As we keep trucking along with Local Lore & Legends state-by-state, we dig into New Jersey urban legends and NJ local lore in the best ways. Our hosts, Sara and Marisa, share their personal stories and insights into urban legends from New Jersey, including what happens at night on Shades of Death Road. Of course, it wouldn't be a New Jersey podcast episode without talking about the New Jersey Devil, right? Plus, we dig into other NJ cryptids, as well as a few other OnlyInYourState terrifying tales.New Jersey Urban Legends We'll Cover Is Netflix's The Watcher a true story? What is the origin of the New Jersey Devil? What happens on Shades of Death Road? Wait, New Jersey has a loch-ness monster?!Timestamps:(03:55:00) The Story Of The Watcher(11:00:00) Shades of Death Road(18:20:00) New Jersey Devil Original StoryAs far as weird animals in New Jersey are concerned, nothing can be weirder than the New Jersey Devil. Is it a cryptid? Is it just New Jersey folklore? But also, why is the New Jersey Pine Barrens SO creepy? In this episode, our hosts cover all the best New Jersey tall tales and beyond. Plus, as promised, take a look at these OnlyInYourState articles for more creepy New Jersey fun:13 Reasons That New Jersey Is The Most Terrifying, Spookiest StateOne Of The Most Haunted Forests In North America Is Right Here In New JerseyThe Mythical Creature That Tormented A Small New Jersey Town Will Give You NightmaresNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

In this special bonus episode of Not Your Average Bucket List: Local Lore & Legends, we sit down with Heather Moser from the film production company Small Town Monsters. Heather Moser grew up in the foothills of Appalachia, and her heart is squarely on collecting spooky tales from the region and diving into historical and genealogical records. She is a classics professor, author, and researcher. She is most proud of her roles as a researcher and producer for the film production company Small Town Monsters and helping launch Small Town Monsters Publishing! You can read some of her work in the first and third volumes of The Feminine Macabre and the Into the Fray Weird Writer blog archives. You can contact her on Instagram @paganhistorian or via email: heather@smalltownmonsters.com.A Few Cryptids We'll Discuss In This Episode:BigfootMothmanWendigoGoatmanVeggiemanSquonkTimestamps:(23:18:00) Who is the West Virginia Cryptid Veggieman?(24:55:00) Who is Pennsylvania Cryptid Squonk?(31:24:00) The Definition Of A Cryptid(41:00:00) When is Monster Fest In Ohio?Thank you so much to Heather Moser for being a guest on the show. Check her out this summer at Monster Fest in Ohio, where Small Town Monsters will be premiering their latest film Canton Palace On the Trail of Bigfoot: Land of the Missing. Small Town Monsters also has a brand new book coming out on May 23, 2023, so make sure to grab a copy. Also, if hearing about the cryptid Squonk resonated with you (us, too), check Heather out as one of the speakers at Squonkapalooza.Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

As we dive deeper into Season Two of the podcast, we're focusing on Local Lore & Legends state-by-state. However, this week we're taking a detour in order to really learn about cryptids, cryptid culture, as well as some cryptid backstories. If you look at cryptids by state, which we have each week, you'll notice a lot of familiar trends - glowing red eyes, oftentimes winged, usually huge in stature. Yet, a lot of questions have arisen during the podcast recordings this season that landed us right here - an episode dedicated to all things cryptids in the United States.Cryptid Questions We'll Cover What is the cryptids definition? Do cryptids differ by state? Where did cryptids originate? What is cryptozoology?Timestamps:(00:50:00) The Definition Of A Cryptid(3:45:00) What is Cryptozoology?(11:18:00) How Did Cryptids Come To Be?Cryptids are considered animals that cryptologists and others believe to exist in the wild but likely aren't recognized by science or have substantial proof of existence. But perhaps the fascination with cryptids comes from the anecdotal stories that are attached to each creature. Ready to learn about the best urban legends, folklore, and most popular cryptids for every state each week? Subscribe to Not Your Average Bucket List for weekly updates!Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Join Shayn, Orin, & Jennie for our very first "Local Lore" on The Carolinas. On this one we dive into The Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp, The Beast of Bladenboro, & The Mordecai House. Thanks for tuning in to the 32nd episode of "Bizarre Encounters". Don't forget to like, follow, share, & review. We appreciate it!.Send us a message if you have had an encounter and would like to be on the show OR would like to have your encounter read/played on the show!!!.*NEW UPDATE*​"Bite Size Bizarrities"Come one, come all and gather round as Shayn, Orin, & Jennie share bite size portions into the bizarre around the campfire..Social Media/Merch/Patreon/Email/Submit Encountershttp://linktr.ee/bizarreencounters...Please Check Out:.Inquiries of our Reality (Shayn)Social Media/Email/Donate/Merch/Patreonhttp://linktr.ee/inquiriesofourrealitypodcast.The Framework: UFO Research Center (Orin)https://www.instagram.com/theframeworkufo/.100percent___thatwitch (Jennie)https://www.instagram.com/100percent___thatwitch/.CryptoteeologySpecializing in wearable cryptids and monsters and the stories behind them. Discover a relatable monster for any casual occasion.https://www.cryptoteeology.com/https://www.instagram.com/cryptoteeology/https://www.facebook.com/Cryptoteeology.Open Minds Media (OMM)https://linktr.ee/open_minds_media...Intro & Outro By:Socio-Beathttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sociobeat/conundrumhttps://socio-beat.bandcamp.com/..Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bizarre-encounters/donations

The Pass The Controller Podcast is a show where a couple of best friends dive into the latest in gaming and nerd culture. In this episode, Brenden, Mike, and Dom sit down to chat about some of their favorite things from PAX East 2023 including Mina The Hollower, Rift of the Necrodancer, Slay the Princess, and WrestleQuest as well as some PTC lore or just nonsense from their younger days that most likely won't mean anything to you if you aren't from the North Shore of MA. Please get vaccinated, boosted, and be respectful to those of us still wearing masks. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to the show! More delicious content at: passthecontroller.io/ patreon.com/passthecontroller twitter.com/passcontroller instagram.com/passcontroller twitch.tv/passcontroller discord.gg/zzSNaHt Intro & outro music courtesy of the Super Soul Bros. supersoulbros.com Episode sponsored by Goodnight Fatty goodnightfatty.com instagram.com/goodnightfatty

Get ready for Season 2, Local Lore & Legends, as Sara and Marisa talk about all the best creepy Nevada facts, including haunted ghost towns in Nevada and all things UFO related. Do you know there are haunted mines in Nevada that still to this day report paranormal activity? Do you believe in Area 51, Nevada? Get ready to explore all of these things and more in Episode 3 of Not Your Average Bucket List. What are creepy Nevada facts? Is Area 51 Nevada real? What is the most haunted place in Nevada? Are there really more Nevada ghost towns in inhabited towns?Timestamps:(00:43:00) Do We Believe In UFOs?(15:32:00) The Most Haunted Place In Nevada(19:32:00) UFO-Themed Road Trip Through NevadaThis season of the podcast, we're diving deep into some of the country's best urban legends and folklore. Nevada is no strange to tall tales, especially with a history that is so rich in terms of silver and gold mining and Old Western stories. Nevada folklore and Nevada urban legends run the gamut, from creepy ghost towns that emptied out after the Golf Rush to some of the best UFO sightings in the country.Not Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

For this Season 2 episode of Local Lore & Legends, Sara and Marisa discuss some of the best Georgia urban legends and folklore. To start, we head down to Savannah, Georgia, to find out the truth behind the 17hundred90 Inn ghost story. Is there really a 17hundred90 haunted room 204? What's the truth behind Anna Powers, and how did she die? Is the 17hundred90 inn's history really terrifying?17hundredInn Only In Your State ArticleAfter this adventure in Savannah, we head over to Lake Lanier to find out why is Lake Lanier so dangerous. There have been numerous Lake Lanier deaths over the years, which some people have tied to the Lake Lanier town underwater and the cursing of the lake. In this podcast episode, we talk about the Lake Lanier haunted history, as well as how this underwater ghost town came to be. Lake Lanier, Georgia Only In Your State ArticleIn this episode, we'll touch on: What is the 17hundred90 Inn history? The biggest 17hundred90 Inn ghost story. 17hundred90 Inn haunted room - is Anna Powers still there? Why is Lake Lanier so dangerous? Is there really a Lake Lanier town underwater?Timestamps:(10:55:00) 17hundred90 Inn Haunted History(20:47:00) Lake Lanier's Sordid PastNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

We're kicking off a brand new season of Not Your Average Bucket List with our introductory episode. This season we're covering Local Lore & Legends throughout the United States. While we're not trying to be the best urban legends podcast to ever exist, we want to tackle some of the best urban legend examples throughout various states and dive deep into what makes these stories so creepy. Each week we'll research some of the most popular and creepiest urban legends, abandoned buildings, scary stories, and beyond. Have you ever heard of the Jersey Devil? Do you know the Ohio State Reformatory history? We cover all of this, plus: Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar in New Orleans Skinwalker Ranch in Utah The Seguin Island Lighthouse Hauntings in Maine The Devil's Chair in Florida Area 51 in NevadaTimestamps:(03:10:00) Only In Your State Creepy Coverage(07:55:00) South Dakota Secret Vault, Mount Rushmore(15:45:00) Lightning Round: Get To Know Your HostsNot Your Average Bucket List PodcastGet In Touch!If you have personal experiences with any of the local lore and legends mentioned above, call or text 805-298-1420! We'd love to hear your thoughts on these creepy, potentially haunted places and maybe even share your clip on the show! You can also reach out to us via email at podcast@onlyinyourstate.com.

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. To learn more about Michelle and her books go to: https://michellecoxauthor.com/ The Storytellers hosted by Grace Sammon, focuses on individuals who choose to leave their mark on the world through the art of story. Each episode engages guests and listeners in the story behind the story of authors, artists, reporters and others who leave a legacy of storytelling. Applying her years of experience as an educator, entrepreneur, author, and storyteller herself, Grace brings to listeners an intimate one-on-one experience with her guests. Visit Grace at her website www.gracesammon.net. Contact Grace about being a guest on the show, email her at grace@gracesammon.net Follow Grace: On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Twitter https://www.twitter.com/GSammonWrites On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-sammon-84389153/ #TheStorytellers #Storyteller #Storytellers # Storytelling #AuhtorInterview #LetsTalkBooks #LeaveYourMark #AuthorLife #StorytellerLife #historicalfiction #fiction #bookseries #mysetery #romance #1930s The Storytellers is a copyrighted work © of Grace Sammon and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. To learn more about Michelle and her books go to: https://michellecoxauthor.com/ The Storytellers hosted by Grace Sammon, focuses on individuals who choose to leave their mark on the world through the art of story. Each episode engages guests and listeners in the story behind the story of authors, artists, reporters and others who leave a legacy of storytelling. Applying her years of experience as an educator, entrepreneur, author, and storyteller herself, Grace brings to listeners an intimate one-on-one experience with her guests. Visit Grace at her website www.gracesammon.net. Contact Grace about being a guest on the show, email her at grace@gracesammon.net Follow Grace: On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GraceSammonWrites/ On Twitter https://www.twitter.com/GSammonWrites On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-sammon-84389153/ #TheStorytellers #Storyteller #Storytellers # Storytelling #AuhtorInterview #LetsTalkBooks #LeaveYourMark #AuthorLife #StorytellerLife #historicalfiction #fiction #bookseries #mysetery #romance #1930s The Storytellers is a copyrighted work © of Grace Sammon and Authors on The Air Global Radio Network.

What lives under a bridge, has a hypnotizing voice, and is NOT here to teach you about train safety? It's the Pope Lick Monster! This week, Hannah is joined by special fill-in co-host, Jarek, to talk about Kentucky's very own cryptid, the Pope Lick Monster, and why this goat/sheep man is more dangerous than you might think! From fun facts about trains, to talking marine life, and more, you don't want to miss this one!So pour your drinks, brush up on the rules for the drinking game (Jarek jumps ahead a lot!), and get ready for a tale of Local Lore!Sources:https://u.osu.edu/popelickmonster/reality-in-legend/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pope_Lick_Monsterhttps://www.onlyinyourstate.com/kentucky/pope-lick-monster-legend-ky/https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/pope-lick-trestle-bridgehttps://www.southerngothicmedia.com/blog/2018/12/7/monster-001-the-pope-lick-monsterhttps://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2016/05/05/pope-lick-monster-survivor-says-charges-unfair/83840134/https://theparklands.org/location/train-trestle/#:~:text=Built%20in%20the%20late%201800s,Superstition%20haunts%20this%20region.https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2020/05/28/parents-louisville-girl-savanna-bright-killed-pope-lick-trestle-sue-railroad/5273184002/https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2019/05/28/pope-lick-trestle-train-accident-kills-15-year-old-girl/1256313001/https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/article/seals-mimic-speech/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2632493/https://youtu.be/oMSoR7eLdAohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satyrhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goatman_(urban_legend)Support the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

Car trouble, a pesky neighborhood rooster, and wiping out on the sidewalk… Have Hannah and Katy been cursed by a witch? Was Hannah a petty witch in a past life, handing out curses over pie? This week, the girls talk about the legend of Hannah Cranna, the Wicked Witch of Monroe! Find out why this mysterious, resourceful, and robust lady was villainized by her peers, and what became of her after her death. It's been awhile since we did a witchy tale, and this one feels like just the right fit! So pour the drinks, get the snacks, and enjoy this bit of Local Lore! Sources: https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/hannah-cranna-connecticut-witch-didnt-stand-trial/https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticutmagazine/article/The-CT-Files-Hannah-Cranna-The-Wicked-Witch-of-17041731.phphttps://the-avocado.org/2022/10/27/the-hannah-cranna-night-thread/https://www.westfield.ma.edu/historical-journal/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Callis-combined-summer-2005.pdfhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monroe,_ConnecticutSupport the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series, a mystery/romance saga set in the 1930s Chicago often described as “Downton Abbey Meets Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries.” To date, the series has won over sixty international awards and has received positive reviews from Library Journal (starred), Booklist (starred), Publishers Weekly, Kirkus, and various media outlets, such as Popsugar, Buzzfeed, Redbook, Elle, Brit&Co., Bustle, Culturalist, Working Mother, and many others. Cox also pens the wildly popular, “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog chronically the lives of Chicago's forgotten residents. She lives in the northern suburbs of Chicago with her husband and three children and is hard at work on her next novel.  Follow the Best Book Ever Podcast on Instagram or on the Best Book Ever Website   Host: Julie Strauss Website/Instagram   Guest: Michelle Cox Website/Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/BookBub/TikTok   We are hard at work on our annual Kids/YA Gift Giving Guide. Do you know a young person who'd like to talk to me about their favorite book? For more information, GO HERE!   Previous Kids/YA Episodes:   2021 2020   And, just for fun, here's an episode of outtakes from my chats with kids.   Discussed in this episode: My Cousin Rachel by Daphne DuMaurier Henrietta and Inspector Howard Series by Michelle Cox: A Girl Like You A Ring of Truth A Promise Given A Veil Removed A Child Lost A Spying Eye The Interview Show on PBS (filmed at The Hideout Bar Chicago) My Cousin Rachel film adaptation Get Out tea scene Life After Life by Kate Atkinson Behind the Scenes at the Museum by Kate Atkinson   (Note: Some of the above links are affiliate links. If you shop using my affiliate link on Bookshop, a portion of your purchase will go to me, at no extra expense to you. Thank you for supporting indie bookstores and for helping to keep the Best Book Ever Podcast in business!)

It's Wednesday evening and you need to grab like two things from the store (and maybe a coffee or a cute candle) and you really don't want to deal with the Walmart crowd, so where do you go? Around here, it's a no brainer: Target. BUT before you head out the door, think twice about the relative safety of that glowing red oasis; or more specifically, of the parking lot. This week, Hannah dives deeeeeeep into her personal inbox for a chain email from 2009 warning of the dangers of Target parking lots and new ploys by criminals to lure unsuspecting victims to harm. Katy gets to read said chain email, plus a bonus email at the end, and the girls talk about real life Target abductions and whether or not this newest "lure" is at all practical.It's not the least bit spooky (sorry), but it will get you thinking and it might just keep you a tiny bit safer (stop balancing your checkbook in your car, GIRLS!) So pour your drink of choice and settle in for this tale of Local Lore!Sources: https://abcnews.go.com/US/mother-year-child-abducted-target-parking-lot-packing/story?id=89214508https://www.actionnews5.com/2022/09/06/target-kidnapping-suspect-arrested-charged/https://www.nbc12.com/2022/07/04/man-arrested-connection-attempted-robbery-target-parking-lot/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upxCfY-HAw4https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Kelsey_Smithhttps://www.registerguard.com/story/news/2020/07/10/police-with-no-witness-cooperation-close-case-in-target-parking-lot-lsquokidnappingrsquo/112703442/https://www.dtnext.in/city/2020/01/06/allwoman-gang-uses-elderly-as-bait-to-kidnap-rob-womanhttps://www.snopes.com/fact-check/targeted-for-crime/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothea_Puentehttps://www.sfgate.com/local/article/california-serial-killer-dorothea-puente-17318261.phphttps://thewickedtruth.medium.com/abducted-from-a-target-parking-lot-murdered-now-she-saves-lives-6baa1117adb3Support the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

In today's episode we explore four spooky stories and local legends from the Appalachian region in honor of the autumn season and the atmosphere of this time of year. TailyPo/TailyBone, Spearfinger, the Greenbriar Ghost & the Unsolved Murder of Mamie Thurman are the four tales that we dig into today. (TW: Some gruesome depictions in the last two stories).---Articles referenced in this week's episode:1) https://www.sacred-texts.com/nam/cher/motc/motc066.htm2) https://www.scaryforkids.com/tailypo/3) https://perma.cc/23BK-M59K4) https://www.appalachianhistory.net/2018/06/unsolved-murder-of-mamie-thurman.html5) https://www.appalachianhistory.net/2018/01/greenbrier-ghost.html6) https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4679---Support the podcast at http://link.tree/rednecksrising

Who's that tall, blond, pale girl between the ages of 12 and 30, standing in the corner of the dance hall acting kind of gloomy and not talking to anyone? It could be Katy (although she'd likely be talking to you about any number of her current hyperfixations and/or her kid or dogs), or, if you're in Justice, IL, it could be the infamous specter, Resurrection Mary! This week, Hannah tells Katy about the ghostly gal that haunts the streets, cabs, and dancehalls of Justice, and her possible tragic backstory. From why on earth she chose the disco era to make her return to dancing, to what drink choices you might offer the local spirit, and all that's in between. It's part Local Lore, part Spooky Story, and all in good fun. So pour your drinks, grab a blanket, and join us for this week's tale! Sources:https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-1992-10-25-9204060394-story.htmlhttps://medium.com/@jahernandez_writes/resurrection-mary-5923948510cehttps://web.archive.org/web/20210620070116/http://www.ghostvillage.com/resources/2007/features_03232007.shtmlhttps://ghostresearch.org/sites/resurrection.htmlhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resurrection_MarySupport the showFollow us @thetaleswetellpodcast on Facebook and Instagram, or thetaleswetellpodcast.comSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/thetaleswetellpodcast?Click here for merch!

Trick or treat, smell my feet, give me something good (and not poisoned) to eat! It's officially fall, which means it's time to start planning your costume, stocking up on candy, or mapping out your trick or treating route! And this week, in the spirit of the holidays, Hannah tells Katy about the pervasive Halloween myth that everyone seems to have heard in one form or another: that you'd better check your trick or treating candy before eating it, because bad people put razor blades, needles, poison, and more in the treats they give out to children. Is it true, or just a Halloween trick? Join us as we look back through the very few instances in history of tainted Halloween candy, and find out what/who you should really be afraid of (spoiler: it's not strangers with candy this time.) It gets a little rough at times (because people are the worst), but if you hang in there with us, you'll make it October 31 well informed, and well prepared. So pour the drinks, break out the flannel shirts, and settle in for this spooky tale of Local Lore! Sources: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1fgTIO8zDCxdtvzb4ZAgiQ?si=2N4KvPQTRMiz_c54H2LcxAhttps://tinyurl.com/4h2kpt72https://tinyurl.com/6jrsptejhttps://tinyurl.com/3tm9cwerhttps://www.nytimes.com/1970/10/28/archives/those-treats-may-be-tricks.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/1959/11/04/archives/coast-dentist-hunted-wanted-in-halloween-treat-that-made-children.htmlhttps://thecounter.org/fear-of-tainted-halloween-treats/https://tinyurl.com/2p8zh4ythttps://www.joelbest.net/halloween-sadismhttps://tinyurl.com/3vp6xz23https://tinyurl.com/yc2rx6f7https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronald_Clark_O%27Bryanhttps://tinyurl.com/yc32thj8https://tinyurl.com/3kwh2ayuhttps://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2711459https://open.spotify.com/episode/12M8nA1zGgSm1IobgqEAx1?si=Y_Cu4i54RuKESc-xnKpT7ghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_Tylenol_murdershttps://tinyurl.com/2z3xjkukhttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/tylenol-murders-1982Support the show

Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. Her books have won over 50 international awards and have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Foreword, Elle, Redbook, Brit&Co., POPSUGAR, Buzzfeed, and many others.  Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade.  She lives in Chicago with her husband, three children, and one naughty Goldendoodle and is hard at work on her latest novel.   https://michellecoxauthor.com/ https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxauthor https://twitter.com/michellecox33 https://www.instagram.com/michellecoxwrites/ https://www.bookbub.com/authors/michelle-cox https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cox-ab8700193/ ***Head on over to Creatrix Compass and explore our many offerings from free inspiration to get your creative juices flowing to creativity classes to creativity coaching and life coaching for creatives.  It can all be found at: https://www.creatrixcompass.com Your donation helps us continue to spread creativity throughout the land.  Thank you! https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=2PM3V82XDS7GA  Music: Good Friends Inc by Jonathan Boyle 

Michelle Cox - the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series - talks about how her spunky, sleuthing, sexy character Henrietta is based on a real woman. We're talking about book 5 in the series - A Child Lost - where multiple story lines of crime and passion weave together. It's easy to pick up the threads even if you're new to Henrietta's adventures. And, while there aren't any cliff hanging loose ends, you will find clues to draw you to Book 6, which is coming out this fall.  You'll hear us talk about the book's theme of lost children and the way poetry worked its way into this 1930's story.  You'll also hear a few minutes from the audiobook narrated by Jayne Entwistle - an Audie Finalist -  A Voice Arts Award winner - known for her work on book series - who you might have also seen acting in television shows like The Good Place.   Thanks to Brooke Warner at She Writes Press for connecting me to Michelle. If you'd like to hear more - please look for the audiobook of A child Lost on Libro.fm - I found all 5 of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard books in Libro.fm's library  - as well as more than 80 books narrated by Jayne Entwistle. Using this affiliate link supports the podcast and a local book store of your choice. Book 6 in the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series will be out this fall. Check out Michelle's blog Novel Notes and Local Lore on her website.  Thanks for listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theresa-bakken/support

Welcome Michelle Cox to The TufFish Show, a place to help writers and aspiring authors get out of their own way to leave a legacy by telling the stories they want to share through writing their own books and confidently sharing them with others. The writing process can be tough and the business side can feel scary, but TufFish makes both feel smoother and achievable. Visit https://www.jennifermilius.com/tuffish to learn more. A few of the nuggets Michelle shared during our chat included: tips for historical fiction research and balancing information overload, the audiobook process she followed as well as things to think about when deciding a publishing path. Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. Her books have won over 50 international awards and have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Foreword, Elle, Redbook, Brit&Co., POPSUGAR, Buzzfeed, and many others. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. She lives in Chicago with her husband, three children, and one naughty Goldendoodle and is hard at work on her latest novel. Visit https://michellecoxauthor.com/ Book purchase links: A Girl Like You A Ring of Truth A Promise Given A Veil Removed A Child Lost

Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. Her books have won over 50 international awards and have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Elle, Redbook, Brit&Co., Popsugar, Buzzfeed, and many others.Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. She lives in Chicago with her husband, three children, naughty Goldendoodle and is hard at work on her latest novel.Buy Michelle's books and follow!Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ybdYneWebsite: https://michellecoxauthor.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxauthorTwitter: https://twitter.com/michellecox33Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellecoxwrites/Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/michelle-coxLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cox-ab8700193/Music by Jam HansleyFollow us and buy our books:Website: https://www.4horsemenpublications.comAll Social Media: @DrinkingwithAuthors

Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. Her books have won over 50 international awards and have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Elle, Redbook, Brit&Co., Popsugar, Buzzfeed, and many others. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. She lives in Chicago with her husband, three children, naughty Goldendoodle and is hard at work on her latest novel.Buy Michelle's books and follow!Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ybdYneWebsite: https://michellecoxauthor.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxauthorTwitter: https://twitter.com/michellecox33Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellecoxwrites/Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/michelle-coxLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cox-ab8700193/Music by Jam HansleyFollow us and buy our books:Website: https://www.4horsemenpublications.comAll Social Media: @DrinkingwithAuthors

Can poltergeist activity really destroy a building, or is it just local lore? When objects started moving of their own accord on a Welsh farm, it was assumed an evil spirit was at work. But following a botched exorcism there was no stopping its destruction, which including first destroying the contents of a building, followed by the building itself. Could this all have been the work of a single poltergeist, or was there something else at work? A local folk tale claims the property is cursed and, with the curse seemingly coming true, many assumed that it was more than a coincidence. For all of the terrifying details, join author Mark Rees (Ghosts of Wales) as he explores the real-life case of the evil spirit on the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales podcast.   What is the Ghosts and Folklore of Wales with Mark Rees podcast? In early 2020, Mark Rees launched the world's first podcast dedicated to Welsh ghost stories, folklore, myths and legends. By combining his unique research and insights from many books and articles with long-lost tales from dusty old tomes, this weird and wonderful podcast takes a fascinating look at the country's countless curious subjects. New episodes are uploaded every Thursday and feature everything from real-life encounters with pesky poltergeists to fantastical beasts from the Mabinogion and the skulled-headed Christmas favourite herself, the Mari Lwyd. Be sure to subscribe, and for more details and to get in touch with Mark Rees, please visit: Mark Rees homepage Mark Rees on social media Books by Mark Rees Ghosts of Wales podcast

Fifth in the Henrietta and Inspector Howard Mystery Series, A Child Lost (She Writes Press, 2020) begins in 1935, with Henrietta's younger sister, Elsie, falling in love with Gunther, a German refugee. He has come to America to locate Liesel, the mother of a little girl he's been caring for, and has been working in maintenance at Elsie's school. Elsie begs Henrietta and Clive to help find Liesel, which leads to the old Dunning Asylum on Chicago's north side. The little girl, who has been having epileptic fits, is also spirited away to the horrible place. Henrietta and Clive brave filth and chaos to get her out, but Henrietta later realizes that everything wasn't as it seemed. Meanwhile, Clive is assigned to investigate a spiritualist living on the north shore, who might be robbing people of their valuables. It seems like a boring case until Henrietta starts falling for the spiritualist's visions. Michelle Cox holds a B.A. in English literature from Mundelein College, Chicago and is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also, marmalade. I interview authors of beautifully written literary fiction and mysteries, and try to focus on independently published novels, especially by women and others whose voices deserve more attention. If your upcoming or recently published novel might be a candidate for a podcast, please contact me via my website, gpgottlieb dot com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Fifth in the Henrietta and Inspector Howard Mystery Series, A Child Lost (She Writes Press, 2020) begins in 1935, with Henrietta's younger sister, Elsie, falling in love with Gunther, a German refugee. He has come to America to locate Liesel, the mother of a little girl he's been caring for, and has been working in maintenance at Elsie's school. Elsie begs Henrietta and Clive to help find Liesel, which leads to the old Dunning Asylum on Chicago's north side. The little girl, who has been having epileptic fits, is also spirited away to the horrible place. Henrietta and Clive brave filth and chaos to get her out, but Henrietta later realizes that everything wasn't as it seemed. Meanwhile, Clive is assigned to investigate a spiritualist living on the north shore, who might be robbing people of their valuables. It seems like a boring case until Henrietta starts falling for the spiritualist's visions. Michelle Cox holds a B.A. in English literature from Mundelein College, Chicago and is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also, marmalade. I interview authors of beautifully written literary fiction and mysteries, and try to focus on independently published novels, especially by women and others whose voices deserve more attention. If your upcoming or recently published novel might be a candidate for a podcast, please contact me via my website, gpgottlieb dot com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series, a mystery/romance saga set in the 1930s Chicago often described as “Downton Abbey Meets Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries.” To date, the series has won over fifty international awards and has received positive reviews from Library Journal (starred), Booklist (starred), Publishers Weekly, Kirkus, and various media outlets, such as Popsugar, Buzzfeed, Redbook, Elle, Brit&Co., Bustle, Culturalist, Working Mother, and many others. Cox also pens the wildly popular, “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog chronically the lives of Chicago's forgotten residents. As you listen to our interview, you will discover, How To Write A Best Selling Book Series!

Latest Spoken Label Podcast is with the Author Michelle Cox, author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series.as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there." Her series 'Henrietta and Inspector Howard' is described as "“Downton Abbey meets Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries!” “Henrietta and Clive are a sexy, endearing, and downright fun pair of sleuths. Readers will not see the final twist coming.” ―Library Journal, starred review “Fans of spunky, historical heroines will love Henrietta Von Harmon.” ―Booklist, starred review “Henrietta and Inspector Howard are the best pair of sleuths I've come across in ages. A fantastic start to what is sure to be a long running series.” ―Tasha Alexander, New York Times bestselling author More about Michelle can be found at her website which is "https://michellecoxauthor.com/"

While there is definitely something so healing about being around huge bodies of water, under the depth, some lakes can hold some spooky secrets. This episode, we are chatting about two different lakes: Lake Lanier in North Georgia and Long Island's very own Lake Ronkonkoma. Recorded and Edited by Allison Varca and Meghan Pavlovsky. Music Credits to Michael Vontas. Sources: https://www.onetravel.com/going-places/america-s-most-haunted-lakes-and-ponds/ https://travelnoire.com/georgia-lake-lanier-haunted-twitter-chimes-in https://www.cnn.com/2020/10/31/us/lake-lanier-urban-legends-trnd/index.html https://www.gainesvilletimes.com/life/life-top-stories/history-center-recounts-tales-about-ghosts-of-gainesville/ https://ronkonkomachamber.com/myths-legends/ https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.thetravel.com/is-lake-ronkonkoma-haunted/amp/ https://patch.com/new-york/sachem/the-legends-of-lake-ronkonkoma

@Passion, People & Purpose #author #writer #books #series #mysteries Hello Everyone, Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and many others, so she might be onto something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. Quick Summary: 00:18 Introduction 01:49 Passion & Interest 05:53 Questions from Audience 12:02 Fun Segment 16:33 Career/Work/Volunteering 19:54 Tips/Advice/Books 22:40 Leadership 24:39 Closure & Thank you So watch the complete episode - https://youtu.be/jtbutz9Uza4 Listen to the complete episode - https://anchor.fm/vaishali-lambe/episodes/SoLeadSaturday-Episode-75-Michelle-Cox-author-writer-books-series-mysteries-e10fi3r If you have any more questions to her, please feel free to reach out @LinkedIn or @Twitter Until we meet, happy leading and let's lead together. Stay safe. Bye for now. Find me on - YoutTube - https://bit.ly/3dA0Qko Twitter - https://twitter.com/vaishalilambe LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaishali-lambe/ Podcast Community Site - https://vaishalilambe.club/ Instagram - @PassionPeoplePurpose Website - https://www.vaishalilambe.com/soleadsaturday Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/vaishalilambe17 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soleadsaturday/id1496626534?uo=4 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xMzFiYTA0MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0bFOIm9EGFalhPG8YPBhVp --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vaishali-lambe/support

Today's podcast features guest writer Michelle Cox! If you're thinking of writing historical fiction, this is the perfect episode for you! Even if you aren't, this is a good way to understand getting the "when" of your story right. Michelle and I talk about the importance of nailing the accuracy when writing a historical story. And we also dig into how she handles fears, even after writing over a half-dozen books! Sit back and be ready to take some notes! A little info on Michelle Cox: Michelle Cox is the author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. Her books have won over 50 international awards and have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Elle, Redbook, Brit&Co., Popsuger, Buzzfeed, and many others. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn’t have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade. She lives in Chicago with her husband, three children, naughty Goldendoodle and is hard at work on her latest novel. Check out the Henrietta and Inspector Howard Series! Check out Novel Notes of Local Lore! Follow Michelle Cox on Instagram! If you like this episode, please give it a review on iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Amazon Podcasts!    Follow me on the internet:   Website - Instagram - Twitter   Have questions, comments? Share online with the hashtag #pttppodcast or send me an email: renayle(at)pentothepaper(dot)com!   Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License

Novelist Michelle Cox shares her experiences working with a hybrid publisher, the real-life inspiration for her successful Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. Her books have won over 50 international awards and have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Foreword, Elle, Redbook, Brit&Co., Popsuger, Buzzfeed, and many others. Visit her website: MichelleCoxAuthor.com Read her blog here. Get her books by clicking here. Instagram: @michellecoxwrites Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxauthor Get the Tee for when you're into your own mysterious goings on...click here! Buy Alex Greenwood's books on Amazon.com. Be sure to check out Alex's public relations show, PR After Hours, available wherever you get your podcasts, and on AnchorFM. Original theme music "Mysterious Goings On" by Jamie Green. Want your own cool score for your podcast or website? Contact Jamie at Greenhouse Consulting. Check out Jamie's interview on the show here. This episode of the Mysterious Goings On Podcast was recorded and mixed at Green Shebeen Studios in beautiful Kansas City, Missouri. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission. We are an Amazon Associates seller, some of our links may earn us a commission. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/j-alexander-greenwood/message

Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing Michelle Cox. Michelle is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series. She also writes Novel Notes of Local Lore, a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. Her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and more. It’s highly possible that Michell may have once lived in the 1930s and, since time travel has yet to be invented, she has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. She is a lover of board games, period dramas and big band music. Also, marmalade. In this episode Michelle and I discuss: How her experiences working in a nursing home influenced her novel. Her method for writing societal issues revolving around wealth, women’s roles, and mental health. Her decision to use She Writes Press and what sets them apart from traditional and self-publishing. Plus, her #1 tip for writers. For more info and show notes: diymfa.com/348

Have you ever seen a windowless white van on the streets and regarded it with suspicion, even though it was probably a day laborer doing odd jobs and needing a large space for his various tools? Did your mother (or teacher, coworkers, aunt, etc.) ever warn you against parking next to a windowless van because someone could just open the doors and snatch you? Have you ever seen that scene in Silence of the Lambs where Buffalo Bill lures a woman into his van by getting her to help him move a couch? If you said yes to any of these, then you definitely need to hear this episode, because at least one time in history, these rumors were based in tiny bit of horrify and sadistic truth. Join us as Hannah tells Katy about the Toolbox Killers--Lawernce Bittaker and Roy Norris--who drove their creepy van around in 1979, abducted countless women, and tortured/killed at least five. The girls are drinking a hodgepodge of red wines and whiskey, so you know it's going to get dark. Pour your own, and dive into the twisted history behind this Local Lore. Link to the David Tennant movie Katy references: https://www.sundancenow.com/play/d07ec82184e487ceSources: https://wtop.com/news/2012/10/the-futile-search-for-a-white-van-in-shootings/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lawrence_Bittaker_and_Roy_Norrishttps://medium.com/california-dreaming/norris-and-bittaker-the-toolbox-killers-345825737302https://www.abc.net.au/news/2009-05-16/man-in-white-van-an-urban-myth/1685570https://www.insider.com/suspicious-white-van-unfounded-facebook-stories-causing-mass-hysteria-2019-12https://spokus.eu/en/white-van/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marc_Dutrouxhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michel_Fournirethttps://www.snopes.com/fact-check/white-van-facebook-hoax/

Michelle Cox is an award-winning writer of historical fiction, with a few mysteries under her belt. She pens a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s long-forgotten residents, titled “Novel Notes of Local Lore.” • https://www.mirandaoh.com • https://www.jennagreene.ca • http://michellecoxauthor.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxauthor Twitter: https://twitter.com/michellecox33 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellecoxwrites/ Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/michelle-cox Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cox-ab8700193/ Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/michelle-cox-610476432 Don’t forget to Subscribe to our Channels…We’d love to have you join us! Listen & watch our Episodes on the following platforms: • Quill & Ink YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCteb3aK-k6-RixxysdnICYg/featured • Anchor FM: https://anchor.fm/quill--ink-podcast-for-book-lovers • Quill & Ink Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SFt2D1GYKOIu888CAU8c8?si=d3mP6WVnSrmXet5063-WVw • Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/authorsontheair • Authors on the Air YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/AuthorsOntheAir • Authors on the Air Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6nZK7LnWNny7Oo22B8r4FG?si=FSedbWRQTke_VvTTQ7XKgg • Blubrry: https://blubrry.com/authorsontheair/ Also don’t forget to follow us on the socials: • https://www.instagram.com/quillandinkposcast/ • Twitter: @podcastquill *This is a copyrighted podcast owned by the Authors on the Air Global Radio Network and Creative Edge Publicity*

On this episode of The Milford House Mysteries, Sherry Knowlton speaks with  mystery author Michelle Cox. We’ll discuss her latest mystery, A Child Lostas well as the rest of her unique, multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series. I’ll also ask Cox about  Novel Notes of Local Lore, her weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents, and why she’s such a fan of thirties-era Chicago. Cox suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Milford House Mysteries Hosts - Sherry Knowlton is the author of the Alexa Williams series of murder mysteries including Dead of Autumn, Dead of Summer, Dead of Spring, Dead of Winter, and Dead on the Delta (releasing February 2021). Joan (JM) West is the author of the Carlisle Crime Cases series including Dying for Vengeance, Courting Doubt and Darkness, Darkness at First Light, Had a Dying Fall and Things Strangled.  

In this episode, Rumpel and Frog explore some local lore from the hills of their hometowns in Connecticut. Rumpel does some research on the Makiawisug (aka Little People). Meanwhile, Frog tells some local legends about a vagabond called Leather Man and the infamous Farmington resident (from back in the day) Will Warren. If you love hiking the local trails and exploring the many trap-rock dens that Connecticut River Valley has to offer, you will love hearing about these two unusual men who were said to inhabit those spaces. After our storytelling, we turn our attention to all the tastes and treats of this bountiful season. Rather than forage for stitching patterns, this time we look into indigenous recipes, local farms, and heirloom flavors to celebrate the season in true locavore fashion. Bon Appetit! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/no353l5/message

It's our first "Mini Bar" episode! Kristin and Lindsey talk all about death akin topics and pair it with a particularly heinous shot. This week we cover the ways people who were accused of witchcraft where put to the test and our shot is set on fire. Join us for a quick burst of knowledge, humor, and alcohol! Where can you find us?: https://deathwalksintoabar.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.facebook.com/DeathWalksIntoABarhttps://www.instagram.com/deathwalksintoabar/Wanna buy us a coffee?: https://ko-fi.com/deathwalksintoabarSay hi or send episode ideas: deathinabarpodcast@gmail.comKristin:https://www.instagram.com/kristin.rhea/Lindsey: https://www.instagram.com/vermillionvermont/Music:https://www.eastboundjesus.com/

Our first live event recording! As if Halloween, a full moon, and Mercury in retrograde weren't enough. Kristin and Lindsey bring all the spook-spook, talking about ghost stories, including one very very close to home. Where can you find us?: https://deathwalksintoabar.buzzsprout.comhttps://www.facebook.com/DeathWalksIntoABarhttps://www.instagram.com/deathwalksintoabar/Wanna buy us a coffee?: https://ko-fi.com/deathwalksintoabarSay hi or send episode ideas: deathinabarpodcast@gmail.comKristin:https://www.instagram.com/kristin.rhea/Lindsey: https://www.instagram.com/vermillionvermont/Music:https://www.eastboundjesus.com/

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as "Novel Notes of Local Lore," a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade.A CHILD LOST-When Clive, anxious to distract a depressed Henrietta, begs Sergeant Frank Davis for a case, he is assigned to investigating a seemingly boring affair: a spiritualist woman operating in an abandoned schoolhouse on the edge of town who is suspected of robbing people of their valuables. What begins as an open and shut case becomes more complicated, however, when Henrietta―much to Clive’s dismay―begins to believe the spiritualist's strange ramblings.Meanwhile, Elsie begs Clive and Henrietta to help her and the object of her budding love, Gunther, locate the whereabouts of one Liesel Klinkhammer, the German woman Gunther has traveled to America to find and the mother of the little girl, Anna, whom he has brought along with him. The search leads them to Dunning Asylum, where they discover some terrible truths about Liesel. When the child, Anna, is herself mistakenly admitted to the asylum after an epileptic fit, Clive and Henrietta return to Dunning to retrieve her. This time, however, Henrietta begins to suspect that something darker may be happening. When Clive doesn’t believe her, she decides to take matters into her own hands . . . with horrifying results.

Tragic news! We're already more than halfway through spooky season :( But not to worry, Lindsey and Erica keep the spirit alive by talking about an American werewolf: the rougarou. Join us as we find legal loopholes to this curse and Erica once again butchers the French language. Submit your cryptid, ghost, or otherwise spooky stories to JustMightExistPodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram for updates on the show! We can't wait to share our findings with you. You can also find episodes uploaded on our YouTube Channel. Intro and Outro sample "For What It's Worth" by Buffalo Springfield Sound effects and backing music courtesy of ZapSplat.com. Sources: Wikipedia Cryptidz Wiki – Rougarou Cryptidz Wiki – Deridder Roadkill “The Rougarou” by Kris Davidson “Werewolves of the Swamp, the Loup-Garou has Terrorized South Louisiana for Decades” by Melissa Watson “Rougarou Keeps its Claws in Local Lore” by Laura McKnight

Today, we are discussing a mysterious phenomenon that has puzzled Galveston and Houston, TX natives for years!

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there.  Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something.  Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn’t have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music.  Also marmalade. Michelle 5th book -- comes out in Late April 2020… A CHILD LOST - which she talks about with Lou Diamond in a special episode pulled from Bedside Reading's Authors That Thrive. *** CONNECT TO LOU DIAMOND: www.loudiamond.net SUBSCRIBE TO THRIVELOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast  

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there.  Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something.  Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn’t have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music.  Also marmalade. Michelle 5th book -- comes out in Late April 2020… A CHILD LOST - which she talks about with Lou Diamond in a special episode of Bedside Reading's Authors That Thrive.

When Michelle's first husband died unexpectedly at the age of 32, she was left caring for a 2 year old son by herself. The experience brought her to her knees. Michelle questioned everything and felt a loss of identity. She dug herself out of that dark place. Michelle shares these powerful nuggets of life wisdom: - there's no timeline for grief - be kind to yourself - don't rush through it - talk through your grief - you will get through it - leverage your faith system - you will love again - there's no limit on love - the hole inside will eventually heal - read books on grief - join grief groups Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents.  She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there.  Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something.  Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn’t have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music.  Also marmalade. http://michellecoxauthor.com/ tags: Michelle, Cox, author, writer, Henrietta, Inspector, Howard, book, series, Novel, Notes, Local, Lore, blog, Chicago, storiesthatempower.com, stories that empower, empowering stories, empowerment stories, stories of empowerment, stories of empowering others, self empowerment stories, stories empower, inspire, inspiring, inspiration, uplift, uplifting, upliftment, hope, light, Sean

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. Her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, Elle, and many others. She resides in Chicago. ABOUT THE BOOK - A CHILD LOST In her latest HENRIETTA AND INSPECTOR HOWARD NOVEL "A CHILD LOST," Clive and Henrietta find themselves investigating the disappearance of a German immigrant woman who has left behind an epileptic child.  Their search leads them to Dunning, a notorious insane asylum, where Henrietta begins to suspect very dark things may be occurring.  When Clive doesn't believe her, she decides to take matters into her own hands . . .  Links: Website: http://michellecoxauthor.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/michellecoxauthor/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/michellecox33 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellecoxwrites/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cox-ab8700193/

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as "Novel Notes of Local Lore," a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there. Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something. Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn't have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music. Also marmalade.MichellecoxWrites.com

Michelle Cox joins me in the Cozy Corner to chat about A Veil Removed, book 4 in the award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series. A blend of history, romance, and mystery, the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series has been described as "Downtown Abbey meets Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries" with a dash of Jane Austen. Michelle also writes “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. Find Michelle at www.michellecoxauthor.com Twitter: @michellecox33 Facebook: @michellecoxwrites Instagram: michellecoxwrites Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/michelle-cox Newsletter: http://michellecoxauthor.com/newsletter-sign-up/

Michelle Cox joins me in the Cozy Corner to chat about A Veil Removed, book 4 in the award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series. A blend of history, romance, and mystery, the Henrietta and Inspector Howard series has been described as "Downtown Abbey meets Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries" with a dash of Jane Austen. Michelle also writes “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents. Find Michelle at www.michellecoxauthor.com Twitter: @michellecox33 Facebook: @michellecoxwrites Instagram: michellecoxwrites

Michelle Cox is the author of the multiple award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series as well as Novel Notes of Local Lore, a weekly blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents.  She suspects she may have once lived in the 1930s and, having yet to discover a handy time machine lying around, has resorted to writing about the era as a way of getting herself back there.  Coincidentally, her books have been praised by Kirkus, Library Journal, Publishers Weekly, Booklist and many others, so she might be on to something.  Unbeknownst to most, Michelle hoards board games she doesn’t have time to play and is, not surprisingly, addicted to period dramas and big band music.  Also marmalade. You can find her at her website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and BookBub.  

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An unedited recording of the third Local Lore Locavore Night at The Gatherings in Surry on March 23, 2019, featuring neighbors “telling tall tales of Surry from some old timers. True or nearly so.” Production: Matt Murphy What was it like for Surry in the 1970’s to suddenly have the old Hattie Morgan Farm on the East Blue Hill Road become the center of a Zen community, its barn a theater and concert hall? Listen to the stories of pre -zendo time told by Joy Small and Audrey Carter. Charles Guilford talks about the Zendo community and Bill Raiten of the New Surry Theater take the stage to reminisce from a rich backlog of unforgettable stories.

Michelle Cox holds a B.A. in English literature from Mundelein College, Chicago, and is the author of the award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series, as well as the weekly “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a blog dedicated to Chicago’s forgotten residents.  Cox lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and three children and is currently hard at work on Book 5 of the series. In her vast free time, she also sits on the Board of the prestigious Society of Midland Authors and is a reviewer for the New York Journal of Books. http://michellecoxauthor.com/  

In this episode, we are joined by a very special guest! The delightful and knowledgeable Kim Brittingham stops by the Jubilee to tell us about some Victorian history that happened right in our own back yard!

Michelle Cox holds a B.A. in English literature from Mundelein College, Chicago, and is the author of the award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard series, as well as the weekly “Novel Notes of Local Lore,” a blog dedicated to Chicago's forgotten residents. Cox lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and three children and is currently hard at work on the fifth book of the series. In her vast free time, she sits on the Board of the prestigious Society of Midland Authors and is a reviewer for the New York Journal of Books. "Cox's eye for historical detail remains sharp… A pleasant, escapist diversion.” —Kirkus Reviews "The mix of sleuthing and aristocratic life pairs well with Rhys Bowen's Royal Spyness series.” —Booklist "A Promise Given is a well-told story which had me immersed and wanting more. Well done!” — Windy City Reviews "Fans of Henrietta and Inspector Howard will delight in Michelle Cox's latest novel. Romantic and atmospheric, A Promise Given offers an intriguing glimpse into 1930s Chicago, by weaving in authentic period details and exploring the social tensions of the day. The unlikely pairing of the Howards—two characters from very different worlds—provides a tender love story." —Susanna Calkins, award-winning author of the Lucy Campion Historical Mysteries http://michellecoxauthor.com/

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Michelle Cox is the author of the award-winning Henrietta and Inspector Howard book from the A Ring of Truth fantasy series. She is also the author of the Novel Notes of Local Lore blog, which tells the story of forgotten residents of Chicago. In this interview she will talk about the relationship with your publisher and your publicist and the importance of having both while still maintaining your budget. She will also go a bit in depth with her amazing career so far, especially after learning about hybrid publishing, while also sharing great nuggets with us:    Writing takes a lot of maturity, you can’t write a novel until you are at least 40 years old (understand why and where this comes from on the interview); Your book must have a solid bone structure on which to hang its organs. The arc of the book is very important; Finding a good publishing partner is very important but you as the author has the biggest role in your own success; And finally build your platform, whether it is through blogging, public speaking, guest posting, social media, email list building or anything else; just build it up!

Michelle Cox faces Henrietta Von Harmon, a young woman trying to find her way in Chicago, against Clive Howard, a detective. The year is 1935. Michelle's writing is taut. Her writing flows -- it just flows. Her book "A Girl Like You" isn't just set in Chicago. It takes place during a time in America when the social and political climate were in flux.  Michelle's two blogs are "How To Get Your Book Published in 7,000 Easy Steps" and "Novel Notes of Local Lore". Tune into Off The Shelf Book Talk Radio to get the inside scoop on Henrietta and Clive. Find out what makes them tick, bump heads, come together.  During the Off The Shelf Book Talk radio interview, Michelle and radio host, Denise Turney, will share book marketing tips. They will also share tips that could help you to get your stories not only written, but published. Set your calendar - Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 11am/EST (New York City time)! Dial (347) 994-3490 to catch the show live! 

The second episode of Mountain Mythic, a Pique Newsmagazine podcast production recorded at WMN Studio in Whistler, B.C. On this episode we dig into some local lore — from the enduring legend of Sasquatch to the tale of Dusty the Horse. We picked the brain of Whistler Sasquatch enthusiast Scott Green and spoke with local author, musician and patron of the arts Stephen Vogler.

Our first ever podcast is filled with personal paranormal stories from a haunted house we lived in when we were younger. A story from our mother about a witch, ghosts roaming the halls at a haunted Elementary school, a jumping mirror, and much more! Podcast Produced by: Robert Limon (host), David Limon (host/background sounds/music), Jasmnie Limon (research), Kory Earle (graphics), “Bum Tab” Nathan Limon (background music and sounds).