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Ohio Mysteries
Each week Paula and Stephen explore unsolved murders, lost shipwrecks, local legends and more! https://www.ohiomysteries.com. https://www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries https://www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries https://www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio
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OM Backroads Ep:82. Murder Ridge Ohio
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we explore the Ohio serial killer, Cletus Reese, who murdered 3 men on his farm in rural Ohio near the small town of Nellie in Coshocton County. The murders took place in 1954 and the once bucolic family farm took on the dubious name: Murder Ridge. We take a look at the life of Cletus Reese and the 3 murders that lead to his ultimate death at the Lima State Hospital. Note: This episode contains descriptions of...
Jul 03, 2025•31 min
Ep 314: Louis Sockalexis: The inspiration for the Cleveland "Indians"
In 2021, the Cleveland Indians were renamed the Cleveland Guardians. But many urged that the team not forget the man who inspired the nickname. Louis Sockalexis was the first Native American to play in the major leagues, spending a sensational yet tragic three-year career with Cleveland.www.ohiomysteries.comfeedback@ohiomysteries.comwww.patreon.com/ohiomysterieswww.twitter.com/mysteriesohiowww.facebook.com/ohiomysteriesAdditional music:New Horizon - Aderin; Audionautix- The Great Unknown; The Gr...
Jun 30, 2025•20 min
OM Backroads Ep:81. 3 Ohio Roadside Attractions: Leatherlips Monument, Castalia Blue Hole and Strinkers Grove Amusement Park
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we explore 3 Ohio roadside attractions with Backroads flair. When Ohio was still considered the countries frontier, legendary Wyandot leader "Leatherlips" helped broker peace deals with the European settlers. This didnt sit well with his fellow tribesman and would ultimately cost him his life. A striking monument stands today in his memory, evocative of the legendary "Sitting Bull" monument. Overlooking the Sc...
Jun 26, 2025•18 min
OM Backroads Ep:80. The Mysterious disappearance of Mary Grimes Wallace of Xenia, Ohio
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we have a very strange mystery with a surprising twist. On the cold dark morning of January 10, 1954, in a lonely rail yard a railroad work would observe a mysterious figure of a man, slipping away into the darkness of night, slinking away from the tracks. Almost immediately, the railroad worker would observe the corpse of a woman, having experienced severe trauma and very much dead despite a lack of blood at ...
Jun 19, 2025•14 min
Ep 313: The saboteurs: Operation Pastorius
In 1942, Hitler ordered German saboteurs be sent to America with resources to blow up industrial infrastructure and hinder the United States in supplying its forces and allies in World War II. Eight men were dropped off on the east coast by submarines, with the intention of meeting in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 4 to begin their campaign. www.ohiomysteries.comfeedback@ohiomysteries.comwww.patreon.com/ohiomysterieswww.twitter.com/mysteriesohiowww.facebook.com/ohiomysteriesAdditional music:New Horizo...
Jun 16, 2025•25 min
OM Backroads Episode 41 (Rebroadcast): The devestating Lorain/Sandusky Tornado of 1924
Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries, Backroads! Today we take a look back at the Lorain/Sandusky tornado of 1924. On January 28, 1924, a wickedly devastating tornado struck the lake front cities of Sandusky and Lorain, Ohio. 88 people would ultimately lose their lives by this powerful storm. The storm would forever alter the city and change the lives of countless families. Check out our Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=p...
Jun 15, 2025•27 min
Ep 312: Roy Rogers: The King of Cowboys
Leonard Franklin Slye was born to humble beginnings in Cincinnati in 1911. Nothing suggested the person he would become - a music, film, TV and radio star who took the world by storm as Roy Rogers.www.ohiomysteries.comfeedback@ohiomysteries.comwww.patreon.com/ohiomysterieswww.twitter.com/mysteriesohio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 08, 2025•25 min
OM Backroads Ep:79. The Cedar Point Museum: Our conversation with David Kaman, Candy Frankowski and Ken Miller about the Cedar Point Museum
In this episode Dan speaks with David Kaman, the Executive Director of the downtown Sandusky, Ohio Cedar Point Historical Museum, Candy Frankowski, the Curator of the Museum and historian and author, Ken Miller, about the Cedar Point Museum which recently opened in downtown Sandusky. While not directly affiliated with Cedar Point or Six Flags, the museum honors the memory and history of the this historic amusement park. With thousands of park artifacts, this museum is driven by this group of ded...
Jun 05, 2025•53 min
Episode Rewind-The Beverly Hills Supper Club fire
In 1977, a fire at the Beverly Hills Supper Club in Southgate, Ky. killed 165 people. More than half were from Ohio. In the past decade, two new books on the subject argue that the cause wasn't an accident, but arson set by the Cleveland mafia against a business owner who wouldn't sell to them. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Audionautix- The Great Unknown The Great Phospher- Dan...
Jun 02, 2025•32 min
OM Backroads Ep:78. Our interview with Don Hilton, the author of "Murders, Mystery and History of Lorain County, 1824-1956"
In this episode Dan and Doug interview Don Hilton who is the author of 12 books (and counting) detailing crime, history and mystery in Lorain County, Ohio and also Crawford County, PA. As well, Don has written fascinating works of fiction too. Tune in and listen to his fascinating research, stories and tales he has learned along the way. Don's website can be found at: https://www.dhiltonbooks.net We also discuss Daniel Brady's excellent history blog at: https://danielebrady.blogspot.com Check ou...
May 29, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Ep 311: Two Mabels; one body
In 2003, a badly decomposed body was discovered near a West Carrollton dam of the Great Miami River, in Montgomery County. When word got out that it was an elderly black woman, there were two Dayton-area families who anxiously awaited for the coroner to make an announcement. Was it Maebell Dawson, or Mabel Moore - both older black women who had vanished from their homes in the previous two years. One family would have closure; the other would not.www.ohiomysteries.comfeedback@ohiomysteries.comww...
May 26, 2025•21 min
OM Backroads Ep:77 The mysterious disappearance of pilot Jim Hysong Jr., the phantom car of Route 56 and Medal of Honor winner Lewis Shephard.
In this episode Dan and Doug discuss the mysterious case of Jim Hysong Jr. He piloted a plane, taking off from Toledo, OH and was never seen from again. Despite rumors of a crash into Lake Michigan, other stories began to appear of the plane being spotted years later. Nobody really knows what happened and the mystery continues to this day. We also discuss the mystery "ghost car" of highway 56 near Hocking hills. Some report seeing this mystery sedan to this day. Finally we examine the life and t...
May 22, 2025•35 min
Ep 310: The Lazarus Lizard, Kent's Black Squirrels, and the feral swine
People visiting Cincinnati are usually stunned to find the city has a thriving lizard population - thanks to a little boy who released some reptiles smuggled from Italy. And new students to Kent State University are often thrilled to see a black squirrel for the first time, a species introduced to the campus in the 1950s. But not all newish residents of Ohio are welcomed. Just ask the folks in the south and southeast where a feral type of boar that crossed into the state 40 years ago is proving ...
May 19, 2025•20 min
OM Backroads Ep:76 Author Neil Sater discusses the Gnadenhutten Massacre
In this episode we are joined by author Neil Sater, an author of historical fiction. His most recent book is a mystery involving the Gnaddenhutten Massacre: the killing of 96 pacifist Moravian pacifist Native Americans (primarily Lenape and Mohican) by US Militiamen on March 8, 1782, at the Moravian missionary village during the Revolutionary War. Neil provide's fascinating insight into this tragic event and its consequences while striving to maintain authenticity and cultural respect. His books...
May 15, 2025•28 min
Rewind UNRESOLVED Ep. 11. Part 1&2: Tommy Sumerix and Ruth Guthrie
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May 11, 2025•44 min
Unresolved Ep. 23 - Carol Zastudil
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May 08, 2025•25 min
Ep 309 - The Handcart Pioneer tragedyI
n 1856, nearly 1000 Mormons recently immigrated from Europe set out for Salt Lake City to join the growing congregation there. Ohionative Levi Savage warned them it was too late in the year to travel through the snow-covered mountain passage - especially since the pioneers were walking the distance, pulling handcarts behind them. When church elders pressed forward, Levi agreed to go and help them, even knowing tragedy awaited.www.ohiomysteries.comfeedback@ohiomysteries.comwww.patreon.com/ohiomys...
May 05, 2025•27 min
OM Backroads Ep:75. The Mysterious, Magnificent, Marvelous, Memorable Moonville Tunnel!
In this episode we explore the history and legends of the Moonville Tunnel in Vinton County, Ohio. We learn about the history of the town, how the tunnel was built, and the many notorious legends that surround this iconic tunnel. Today many people check this place out for themselves. It's a fantastic place to visit and an easy hike. If you are more interested, author Jannette Quackenbush has written many books about Moonville as well as offers tours, usually free of charge. Please check out her ...
May 01, 2025•45 min
Unresolved Ep. 22: Taylor Robinson
On May 3, 2013, 19-year-old Taylor Robinson disappeared from an Akron home while working an overnight shift as a home health aide. Four months later, her remains were discovered by hikers in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2025•23 min
Special Announcement and Rewind Unresolved Episode 4 Leslie Anne Barker
An Ohio Mysteries/Akron Beacon Journal crossover In 1978, Akron school teacher Leslie Ann Barker attended a matchmaking event at the popular Reds discotheque in Akron, Ohio. But three hours after leaving the bar, she was found in her burning car, a few blocks from home. Ohio Mysteries: http://www.ohiomysteries.com Akron Beacon Journal: http://www.beaconjournal.com Jaun Sanchez- luzdeluna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21, 2025•27 min
OM Backroads Ep:74. The Ageless Satchel Paige
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. Step into the windup and journey through the incredible life of Satchel Paige, a towering figure in baseball history whose story goes far beyond the mound. From the dusty diamonds of the Negro Leagues to the bright lights of Major League Baseball, Paige's blazing fastball and razor-sharp wit carved a path through segregation, skepticism, and the sands of time. Join us as we dive deep into the legend, legacy, and lasting impact of ...
Apr 17, 2025•18 min
Ep 308 - The death of Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman
The rule that bans spitballs and requires major league umpires to throw out dirty balls was paid for in blood. In 1920, Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman was beaned in the head by a dirty ball. To this day, he remains the only major league player to ever die as a direct result of gameplay. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Additional music: New Horizon - Aderin; Audionautix- The Great Unknown;...
Apr 14, 2025•23 min
OM Backroads Ep:73. The Wild Saga of Big, Bad, Bold Blinky Morgan
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we explore the wild life and times of one of Ohio's most notorious outlaws, Charles "Blinky" Morgan. While a lot of Blinky's life would be shrouded in mystery, it was very clear that he was very good at fighting, stealing and lying! Learn all about his life of crime which would ultimately to lead a date with the hangman's noose. Check out Ohio Mysteries Backwoods Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/profil...
Apr 10, 2025•56 min
Ep 307 - Zanesville's missing: Barbara Frame and Helen Robinson
In the early 1980s, two women vanished from their homes in the Muskingum County seat of Zanesville. Barbara Frame was a mother of three and recently divorced from an abusive husband who vanished after leaving her house to run errands in 1984. Helen Robinson, a CB enthusiast, disappeared with no explanation, her car found at a Columbus airport two years later. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysterie...
Apr 07, 2025•21 min
OM Backroads Ep:72. Death Aboard the SeeAndBee: The disappearance of Norene Mozee
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we are joined by friend of the show Wendy Koile, author of 4 fantastic books. We discuss the mysterious 1940 death of Noreen Mozee. Mrs. Mozee would embark on the luxury liner, SeeAndBee in Cleveland, Ohio on an overnight journey to Buffalo, NY. However something went wrong along the way and Noreen Mozee would go missing, along with her money and jewelry until her battered body would be discovered washed up on...
Apr 03, 2025•41 min
Ep 306 - The inspiration for Rocky
In 1975, boxing great Muhammad Ali faced off against an underdog - Chuck Wepner - in a match held at Summit County's Richfield Coliseum. Wepner held up for almost 15 full rounds, and even scored a rare knockout against the reigning world champ. Wepner's performance in Ohio inspired an out-of-work actor named Sylvester Stallone to sit down over the next three days and pen the script for one of Hollywood's most iconic films. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomyst...
Mar 30, 2025•21 min•Season 1Ep. 306
OM Backroads Ep: 32. REBROADCAST: Ohio's Famous Animals
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. This week’s episode brings us the incredible stories of four famous animals with strong Ohio ties. All four of these beloved animals were nationally recognized for their achievements, accomplishments and heroics. Join us we discuss the extraordinary lives of Colo, Balto, Bing, and Smoky and celebrate their rightful place among the most famous animals in history! We have a Facebook Page! Learn more about our episodes and what's co...
Mar 27, 2025•23 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Ep 307: The Lusitania
In 1915, a German submarine torpedoed the passenger liner RMS Lusitania, killing nearly 1,200 people, including many Ohioans. We tell the story of the tragedy through the lives of people like Charles Frohman, a Sandusky native who coined the term "stars" for describing beloved actors, and Theodate Pope, a Cleveland woman who became one of the first licensed architects in the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24, 2025•31 min
OM Backroads Ep:71. Don't get too close to the edge: The mysterious death of Eva Volpe
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we are joined by our friends Wendy Koile, author of 4 fantastic books, and Sherry Spenzer, an author and historian with the Avon Lake Historical Society. We discuss the mysterious 1932 death of Eva Volpe. The 21 year old Miss Volpe was a governess of an area family and was visiting her mother in Lorain when she disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Her body was soon found nearby at the base of a cliff on...
Mar 21, 2025•34 min
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