On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill tell the story behind the largest manhunt in Ohio state history.* Robert Daniels and John West first met as cellmates in prison. Despite being paroled for good behavior, the two met up again outside the clink in July 1948 and embarked on a murderous crime spree. The media dubbed the motive "revenge". But the spirits have a different take... and it's far more sinister. Support Common Mystics on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/commonmystics...
Dec 01, 2022•54 min•Ep. 61
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill tell a true story of courage, perseverance and survival against all odds.* During the French and Indian War, Mary Draper Ingles and her two young sons were captured by Shawnee raiders. Soon after, her sons were taken from her and she was forced into servitude. It was at Big Bone Lick in present day Kentucky that she fled into the wilderness. Incredibly, she would trek 600 miles to get home. But her family would continue to be plagued by conflict and...
Nov 17, 2022•46 min•Ep. 60
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill unwittingly stumble upon a well known "Horror House" in Kentucky.* Located in Boone County, the Gaines Tavern is famous for its hauntings. No wonder. The area is a geographical unicorn with a prehistoric history of movement of humans and beasts. The tavern itself rose up from those old routes. First established as an inn, it would become many things over time... including the backdrop of many murders and suicides. Which souls cry out for a voic...
Nov 03, 2022•42 min•Ep. 59
Just in time for Halloween, Jen and Jill team up with Canadian podcasters Carling and Michelle to bring you their picks for the scariest places in the US and Canada.* The hosts of the I DID NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS podcast, Carling and Michelle brought the laughs... and the scares! But what's more fun than some friendly competition? We all know that Jen and Jill can hold their own in the creepy category! So, who won this spook-off??? Cast YOUR vote for the scariest location on Instagram and Facebook...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 58
On this bonus episode of Common Mystics we talk with our friend, the amazing psychic Michelle Holland. She dishes about growing up mystical in a non-believing family, coming out as psychic, living in haunted Joliet, Illinois, and experiencing ghosts and other entities. There are some legit scares here... and plenty of laughs! For more exclusive content like this, check out the subscription levels on our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/commonmystics . In the meantime, please enjoy... and ...
Oct 20, 2022•42 min•Ep. 57
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill stumble upon one of the most infamous crimes in the history of Savannah, Georgia. In 1909, a murderer savagely killed three women in a house at 401 W. Perry Street. The elderly homeowner Eliza Gribble, her daughter Carrie Ohlander and their border Maggie Hunter all perished after the horrific attack. Only Maggie lived long enough to name the killer. Yet, the police would wage a "race war" seeking an alternate culprit and the ultimate fate of the acc...
Oct 06, 2022•42 min•Ep. 56
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill explore the iconic Old West town of Tombstone, AZ. The gunfights of long ago still echo in the streets and the ancient town structures reverberate with energy. Most notable of these structures is the Bird Cage Theater. Operating as a theater, saloon, gambling house and brothel throughout the 1880’s, the Bird Cage remains a hotbed of spiritual activity. But one spirit calls out to the sisters louder than the others: the ghost of Russian Bill. Hanged ...
Sep 22, 2022•42 min•Ep. 55
This episode of Common Mystics is like no other, as Jen and Jill experience a portal through time. Reaching out from Dickinson, TX in 1955, spirit reveals the brutal slaying of Rubye McPherson, her son George McPherson and her mother Zola Norman. Murdered by a stranger, in cold blood, as they lie in their beds. Who would do such a thing.. and why? What would happen to the murderer? And what is the connection between Ridgeway, SC and Dickinson, TX? Listen now to this unbelievable tale of tragedy ...
Sep 08, 2022•50 min•Ep. 54
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill discuss the fatal crash of Eastern Flight 212 in Charlotte, NC in 1974. Seventy-two of the 82 people on board perished in a fiery blaze when the aircraft inexplicably smashed into the ground just shy of Douglas Airport. The DC-9 was well maintained and in working order. It's instruments? Functioning fine. The crew? Experienced and familiar with the aircraft. The weather? Good, except for some patchy fog. So... why on earth did the plane go down...
Aug 25, 2022•50 min•Ep. 53
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill go back to the Civil War era to tell the surprising story of Laura Jackson Arnold. A Southern woman, she boldly supported the Union despite the disparate views of her community, her husband and her legendary brother Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson. So, how do you think that turned out? Tune in now for this inspiring story about standing up for your beliefs in the face of adversity and learn why Jen and Jill feel a kinship with Laura Jackson Arnold. ...
Aug 11, 2022•47 min•Ep. 52
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill zero in on the restless voices of the women wronged by two well known men in West Union, WV, in the 1800's. The first, a prominent doctor and pillar of society. History remembers Dr. Charter for his compassionate care of the sick, Christian faith and local leadership. The second, a scoundrel turned saint. According to local legend, innkeeper Luke Jaco turned to God and began aiding runaway slaves after Dr. Charter saved him from death. The two men w...
Jul 28, 2022•48 min•Ep. 51
On this episode of Common Mystics a champion for equality is shot dead at the ballot box in 1883 Mississippi. John Prentiss "Print" Matthews seemed an unlikely hero for civil rights. Born to a wealthy slave holding family, he would go on to represent the political interests of both white and African American farmers in Copiah County during a divisive time. Reconstruction (1865-1877) had failed to secure equal rights for freedmen. By the 1880's, white supremacists had seized power and wielded it ...
Jul 14, 2022•49 min•Ep. 50
On this episode on Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill give voice to the notorious Samuel "Wolfman" Mason. Born in Virginia in 1739 to a distinguished family, Samuel's life would take a dark turn. By the end of the 18th century he and his clan of brigands would control the routes through the lawless West and terrorize travelers on the Natchez Trace. But while his underlings were robbing and murdering innocents, Samuel sought acceptance into polite society. Today, he seeks it still... in spirit. Lis...
Jun 30, 2022•47 min•Ep. 49
On this episode on Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill discuss the largest uprising of enslaved people in US history. It happened on the German Coast in Louisiana in 1811. Never heard of it? Neither had we. But the events are truly unfathomable. Led by slave driver Charles Deslondes, enslaved sugar plantation workers nearly overthrew the French plantation owners. The insurgents planned to follow the example of the Haitians and create their own free state. It was not to be. Instead, local militias a...
Jun 16, 2022•56 min•Ep. 48
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill discuss the Gunnison Massacre. In 1853, Captain John Gunnison was surveying the Utah Territory when his team was ambushed and attacked. Gunnison and seven others were slain. A US official concluded that the Pauite people were responsible for the murders. But, in his letters to his wife, Gunnison named different culprits. Who else would want the Gunnison party gone... and why? Jen and Jill use their psychic impressions to tell an alternate narra...
Jun 02, 2022•51 min•Ep. 47
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill tell an intimate story surrounding the legendary American author, Mark Twain. Across three decades, Twain summered with his wife and children in Elmira, NY. It was here that Twain wrote some of his most celebrated works and witnessed the birth of his daughters. But after the death of his beloved wife Olivia in 1896, Twain's relationship with his children grew strained. He banished daughter Clara from the home and institutionalized daughter Jean...
May 19, 2022•54 min•Ep. 46
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill dish about casting spells. Did you know that you can customize rituals and spells to meet your specific needs? The sisters discuss some common spells and share how they would make them their own. Also, Jen and Jill laugh about an elaborate spell they concocted to help a friend in need. Was it successful??? Find out now on this bonus episode of the Common Mystics Podcast. Support us on Patreon and get exclusive bonus content and monthly video ca...
May 05, 2022•52 min•Ep. 45
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill revisit their past travels to bring you another incredible story from America's past. Between 1853 and 1929, trainloads of children traveled from New York City to rural towns across the Midwest. Collected from orphanages, boarding houses and the city streets, they were put up for adoption. Some found new families and improved circumstances. Others did not. Just how many children were shipped west for adoption? What happened to those who didn't thriv...
Apr 07, 2022•55 min•Season 3Ep. 3
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill pay tribute to Tecumseh. The voice of this legendary Shawnee leader spoke out to them on the road in 2021, demanding to be heard. Born in 1768, Tecumseh lived in a world of dramatic change marked by conflict and war. As white and native cultures collided, he worked to unite the tribal peoples and form a united Indian Confederation. So what does Tecumseh have to say about the state of modern America? Find out now on this second episode of Common Myst...
Mar 17, 2022•53 min•Season 3Ep. 2
On this episode of Common Mystics the sisters honor yet another voice from their 2021 road trip to the Midwest. The spirit of York came through then, and has been with them ever since. York was an important member of Lewis and Clark's epic expedition of 1804-1806. Strong, skilled and capable, he contributed in major ways to their success. But while the other men earned double pay and land as compensation, York received nothing in return. Why? Because he was enslaved by William Clark. And even th...
Feb 23, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 1
On this special Christmas episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill share how they connect with loved ones who've passed. Are you looking for ways to honor your departed loved ones during the holiday season? Would you like some tips for feeling their presence and love? Jen and Jill talk about some simple ways to commune with spirit. Use your innate psychic abilities to send and receive love. Try simple meditation techniques to hold space for communication. Remember the joyful times and gather ...
Dec 20, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 20
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill continue their discussion of spirit possession. Listen in as they explore two documented cases that served as inspiration for William Peter Blatty's The Exorcist. Learn about Emma, a Wisconsin woman from the year 1928, whom demons tortured for much of her young life. Then, meet Robbie, a 14 year old from Maryland. His devilish ordeal would consume him for the first part of 1949. Tune in now as Jen and Jill discuss the chilling events that would...
Oct 28, 2021•50 min
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill delve into the terrifying phenomenon of possession. What are the different types and degrees of spiritual possession? How can your behaviors put you at risk? Finally, what can you do to protect yourself? Listen in as the sisters explore this eerie topic, and share some personal anecdotes along the way, on part one of this two part bonus series. Transcripts of this episode can be found here S2E18_ Transcript Bonus- Spirit Possession- Part 1 Link...
Oct 21, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 18
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill reflect on their first extended road trip as mystic podcasters. Seven states and ten stories later, Season 2 has revealed some unexpected themes and unearthed some family trauma. Listen in as Jen and Jill unravel the messages from spirit to learn more about themselves. Daddy issues are on display here, folks. Ever been to therapy? It's kinda like that. Transcripts of this episode can be found here S2E16_ Transcript Season 2 Road Trip Recap Link...
Oct 07, 2021•36 min•Season 2Ep. 16
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill relate the intriguing story of the Amidon Affair. In 1862 Dakota warriors murdered Judge Joseph Amidon and his son near the settlement of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. What prompted the natives to react with such violence against these peaceful farmers? What happened as a result of this murderous affair? How did this tragic event save the population of Sioux Falls? And finally, how did psychic impressions of horses, natives in ambush, a ghostly fo...
Sep 23, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 15
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill discuss an iconic outlaw of the American West. Jesse James was a legend in his own time. Teaming up with his brother Frank, they robbed banks, trains and stagecoaches throughout the Midwest. They also murdered men who got in their way. Yet, the exploits of the James brothers fascinated the public in the years after the Civil War. Their story has been told countless times in magazines, books, TV shows and movies. So what more is there to say??? ...
Sep 16, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 14
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill discuss a family of renowned doctors from the early 20th century. The Menninger family became giants in the psychiatric community. At a time when the mentally ill had few treatment options, they created an outpatient clinic in Topeka that focused on mental health. But the family standout was Dr. Karl Menninger. After publishing his first book in 1930, he contributed to a widely read advice column in the Ladies Home Journal. In it, he offered hi...
Sep 09, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 13
On this episode of Common Mystics Jen and Jill get personal. Have you ever had a HOLY SHIT moment? A moment when you realized that spirit was at play in your life? Maybe it was a moment of divine intervention on your behalf. Or maybe an otherworldly push to help someone else in need. Jen and Jill talk about their own such moments in this special bonus episode. What's more, they'd love to hear about your experiences. Email your own stories to commonmystics@gmail.com and they might be used in an u...
Sep 02, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 12
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill confront a gruesome crime spree from the pioneering days. Roaming the western trails in the 1800's was dangerous business. This was especially true for travelers on the Great Osage Trail in Labette County, Kansas. It was here that a cluster of disappearances led authorities to the homestead of the Bender family in 1871. The Bender's inn welcomed visitors from far and wide, offering them a stay for an evening... or longer. Listen in now to the s...
Aug 26, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 11
On this episode of Common Mystics Jennifer and Jill relate the incredible exploits of the legendary American frontiersman James Beckwourth. He was a pioneer, mountain man, guide, and scout. He forged a path through the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Lived among the Crow people. Founded towns. Married many women. Fought many men. Stole many horses. And published a memoir of his adventures before his death in 1867. Surely, you've heard of him. No? Neither had we... before his spirit called out to us. Li...
Aug 12, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 10
