Lore, Legends, and Laundry

Elizabeth Scudder•rss.com

A collection of lesser known and well known lore and legends from the paranormal and true crime world that we discuss while tackling those mounds of laundry that we have all been hiding like skeletons in the closet.

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Harry Houdini and the Afterlife

Harry Houdini is best known as the greatest magician and escape artist of all time. But after the death of his mother, Harry began his search into what happens when we die and how to contact the dead. As part of his search, he made a promise to contact the people he trusted most with a secret code to let them know that there is more to life after we die. The question was not whether it could be done, it was if Houdini actually accomplished this impossible task.

Dec 04, 2022•1 hr 19 min

The Winchester Mystery House

There are rumors swirling about an Heiress who would go on to visit a medium upon her husband's death only to be told that she must use her fortune to build a house for spirits and if she were to stop building, this is when she would die. This is the legend of Sarah Winchester, Heiress to the Winchester Repeating Arms Company and the home she constructed, The Winchester Mystery House.

Nov 18, 2022•28 min

The Legend of H. H. Holmes and the Murder Castle

Many of great and exciting things came from the 1893 Chicago World's fair.....it also held some not-so-great and unexciting things, like a Murder Castle and an (alleged) serial killer. Some speculate that H. H. Holmes built the "castle" to lure unsuspecting Fair goers to their deaths in order to sell their skeletons to medical schools, others would say that he built it so he could collect insurance money, and some believe it to be nothing but an elaborate tale in order to sell newspapers. Either...

Nov 10, 2022•32 min

Beer, Beasts, & Battleships: PBR me ASAP

What happens when you mix spirits with...well, spirits? You get Beer, Beasts, & Battleships. This is our first sub-cast episode for Lore, Legends, and Laundry, hosted by Sean. On this Halloween Special, We will be getting to the bottom of the legend behind Pabst and their Blue Ribbon, the spirits that haunt the brewery, and also getting to the bottom of our own spirits....if you know what I mean.

Oct 30, 2022•32 min

The Legend of the Devil and Loftus Hall

The most haunted house in Ireland has a long, dark history from battles, the owner vanishing, a woman locked away for most of her life, and even the Devil himself gracing the grounds with his presence. We dive deeper into the legends hidden within the walls of Loftus Hall.

Oct 28, 2022•15 min

Ghosts of Central State Asylum

With Halloween fast approaching, you might find yourself visiting a haunted house with a hospital or asylum theme...did you ever wonder why this is even considered as something scary? Some of the most horrific things happened within the walls of Central State Asylum, resulting in 25,000 unmarked graves and countless spirits left to wander its sprawling grounds.

Oct 20, 2022•14 min

The Mystery of the House on the Rock

This week's episode is about a legend that Sean grew up hearing and will be presenting for us! Where did it come from? Why was it built? With tales of a rivalry with Frank Lloyd Wright, It has inspired novelists and cinematographers alike. But what's really going on within the walls of this mysterious "house"? Join us over on facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/460376806008019/

Oct 14, 2022•20 min

The Haunting of the Bell Witch

Deep in the rural parts of Tennessee, a 200 year old legend began. Now known as the oldest, most documented Paranormal event in history. Will she return to haunt the current descendants? Join us over on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/460376806008019/

Oct 06, 2022•22 min

Legend of the Crescent Hotel

Labeled as Arkansas most haunted location, the secrets hiding within its walls flow like the hot springs that attracts its inhabitants. Murder, illness, and unfortunate accidents are just a few of the reasons why you may never leave after checking in. Join us over on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/460376806008019/

Sep 29, 2022•16 min

The Legend of Sautee-Nacoochee and Stonepile Gap

In this weeks episode, we will cover the legend of Sautee-nacoochee or better known as the Native American Romeo and Juliet. Buried together under a large mound adorned with a gazebo, but is the legend all what it may seem? But this isn't the only burial with a sordid past, as the grave of Trahlyta will bring only bad luck to those who dare disturb it. Join us over on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/460376806008019/...

Sep 27, 2022•14 min

Legend upon Log Town Hill

How many times have you passed by a house and heard the legend that it is haunted? What if the stories hidden within its walls were more than anyone suspected? This is a legend full of twists and turns, lies, secrets, and murder. Join us over on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/460376806008019/

Sep 16, 2022•24 min

The Curse of Lake Sydney Lanier

On this weeks episode, we will be discussing the legends surrounding the mysterious deaths and hauntings of Lake Sydney Lanier. Built in the 1950s, it has since been a hotbed for freak accidents, mysterious deaths, and said to be cursed. Join our patreon page for exclusive access to our Quick Wash Series or join our facebook page for pictures and discussions about each episode! As always, Thank you so much for listening! https://www.facebook.com/groups/460376806008019/ https://patreon.com/Lorele...

Sep 08, 2022•13 min

The Phantom of the King Opera House

In this weeks episode, we will cover the true story behind the legend of the Phantom of the King Opera house. A 100 year old legend filled with love, lies, and murder or is it? Here is the link to our patreon page for exclusive access to the Quick Wash series! https://patreon.com/Lorelegendslaundry?utm medium=clipboard copy&utm source=copyLink&utm campaign=creatorshare_creator

Sep 01, 2022•20 min

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