Please Note, this is a rebroadcast of a previous episode. Our regular schedule returns next week. 1994 would prove to be an awful year for the community of people surrounding Berlin Lake, Ohio. In the span of a year, the bodies of 4 people would be discovered in the woods off of Berlin Lake on a lonely, isolated Fewtown Road. The murders remain unsolved to this day. Lisa Watters, Andy Hussey, Kathryn Menendez and Sarah Boehm would all wind up here, their bodies discovered within a short distance...
Dec 05, 2024•52 min•Season 2Ep. 56
In 1986, Columbus police responded to a horribly mutilated body being found in a dumpster near the Ohio State University campus. It turned out to be David Hadaway, a local 19-year-old All-American boy next door with no history of trouble. To this day, police have not been able to find out a motive, a crime scene, or even a suspect. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Additional music: New Hori...
Dec 02, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 294
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. In Flip Side. The Story of Billy Milligan, we dive deep into the incredible and unsettling story of Billy Milligan — a man whose life became a landmark case in the study of dissociative identity disorder (formerly known as multiple personality disorder). Born in 1955, Milligan's case captured the world's attention when he was arrested for a series of violent crimes in the 1970s, only to later reveal that he had 24 distinct person...
Nov 28, 2024•32 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Summit County Sheriff's deputy Fred Hale became a millionaire after the death of his parents. His dad had made a small fortune as the inventor of the balloon tire. Hale was a minor local celebrity as the "millionaire deputy," and became well known to businessmen with whom he invested, many ladies he had relationships with (including two ex-wives), and lots of folks in the underworld after he later sought to become a private detective. So when he was murdered in 1974, there was no end to the list...
Nov 21, 2024•39 min
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Join us tonight for a dive into early spiritualism in Ohio as we discuss the Koon's family spirit room. Family patriarch Jonathan Koons built a cabin on their rural land in Athens County, Ohio and dubbed it their "spirit room". Visitors came from all over the nation to have an otherworldly experience. As the crowds would gather, the lights would darken and the spirits would begin. Soon musical instruments would begin to play seem...
Nov 21, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 54
In 1943, the 33-square-mile Ravenna Arsenal experienced an explosion of cluster bombs that killed 11 workers. This is the story of how that arsenal came to be, the top secret work of the employees who risked their lives to do it, and the stunning accident that marred its history. 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; The Gre...
Nov 18, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 293
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Join me tonight for the tragic disappearance of Tiffany Papesh and the suspect who may or not be guilty of the crime. Young Tiffany Papesh from Maple Heights, Ohio was on a quick errand when she seemed to vanish. This story details the main suspect, Brandon Lee Flagner, and his life of crime and bizarre involvement in Tiffany's disappearance. After he retracted his confession, the wheels were already in motion and a guilty verdic...
Nov 14, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 53
In 1925, a group of mushers and their sled dogs braved a blizzard to spend nearly a week relaying diphtheria serum from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska during a winter outbreak. The dog who led the final relay leg into town was Balto, who rose to fame as the face of the effort. But why is Balto stuffed and on display in Cleveland? The answer may surprise you. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Addi...
Nov 11, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 292
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Join us tonight for part 2 of our top 5 haunted locations in Ohio. Dan, Maria and Doug discuss their favorite haunted locations and their experiences there. Gore Orphanage, Mansfield Prison, Moonville Tunnel and more! Check out our Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=page_user_activity&ref=notif Please check other podcast episodes like this at: https://www.ohiomys...
Nov 07, 2024•34 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Join Paula in testing the skills of co-hosts Steve, Dan and Mike as they attempt to pronounce Ohio locations that can be a bit deceptive. Play along and see how you fare! 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; The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 04, 2024•26 min
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Join us tonight as we discuss our top 5 haunted locations in Ohio. Dan, Maria and Doug discuss their favorite haunted locations and their experiences there. Gore Orphanage, Mansfield Prison, Moonville Tunnel and more! Check out our Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=page_user_activity&ref=notif Please check other podcast episodes like this at: https://www.ohiomys...
Oct 31, 2024•51 min
The Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (www.bfro.net) investigates sightings of the big hairy fellow, and thanks to their detailed and exhaustive database, we can share some harrowing accounts from every part of the Buckeye State. Join us for this special Halloween tour of spooky encounters! 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 ...
Oct 28, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 289
Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Few buildings in Ohio have a more notorious history than the iconic Franklin Castle. In this episode we delve into the eerie history of one of Ohio’s most haunted landmarks. Join us as we explore the chilling tales, ghostly encounters, and unsolved mysteries surrounding Franklin Castle in Cleveland's West side. From its architectural grandeur to the tragic events that haunt its halls. Whether you're a history buff, a true crime e...
Oct 24, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Tonight's episode is an anthology of three short stories, each one a subject requested by an Ohio Mysteries listener. Who killed Linda Bissell (Findlay); The Wolfmen of Silver Creek (Norton); and the ghosts of Easter Sunday Massacre (Hamilton.) 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; The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch Learn more...
Oct 21, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 289
Hello and join us for another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Halloween season is upon us and we take a look at 4 little known urban legends from Ohio. We have a listener suggested story about Chester Badell, the man whose grave is rumored to be infested with snakes due to his avowed atheism and what happened to the statue that once towered over his grave. We look at the hidden mystery behind the violent albinos of Betty Lane in Dayton, the murderous rage of Swamp Road Sally and finally th...
Oct 17, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Tonight's episode is an anthology of four short stories, each one a subject requested by an Ohio Mysteries listener. The Ghost Ship of Lorain; The Christmas Eve Tragedy of 1890 (Barberton); The Hitman Theory (Findlay); The Girl in Blue (Kings Island.) 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; The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch Lea...
Oct 14, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 288
Hello and join us for another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Step back in time with us as we uncover the tragic story of the Republic, Ohio train wreck of 1887. In this gripping podcast, we explore the fateful day when two trains collided in a small town, leading to one of the deadliest rail disasters of the era. Through vivid storytelling and in-depth research, we delve into the lives of those affected, the challenges of railroad safety in the late 19th century, and the aftermath that sh...
Oct 10, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Since 1989, at least 110 people in Ohio have been freed from a wrongful conviction - including 39 serving time for murder, and 8 who were almost executed. We look closer at three cases: the exonerations of Ricky Jackson and Ronnie and Wiley Bridgeman after 39 years (Cleveland); the release of Tim Howard and Gary James after 26 years (Columbus); and Clarence Elkins' fight for freedom (Barberton). www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/myster...
Oct 07, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 287
Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Welcome to "Iron Roots," where we delve into the rich history and impact of iron and brick production in Southern Ohio. Join us as we explore the region's pivotal role in America's industrial revolution and contribution to the war effort, uncovering the stories of the people, the processes, and the communities that thrived around this vital industry. This episode brings to life the tales of innovation, resilience, and the challen...
Oct 03, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 48
During World War II and again at the start of the Cold War, the military called on civilians to staff thousands of posts to help keep a watch out for enemy aircraft. The program was called the Ground Observer Corps, and by 1952, Ohio had nearly 200 community stations, manned 24/7 by retirees, housewives, teenagers and other patriotic Americans. Not surprisingly, having so many trained eyes on the sky resulted in many reports of unidentified objects, several of which were verified by air force je...
Sep 30, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 286
Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. In this special episode we explore more Ohio urban legends including the Hoed of Lake St Mary, the legend of postboy hollow, the warlock's grave of New Philadelphia and the witch's grave of West Branch State Park These urban legends continue to fascinate people and mix humor and fright Tune in and learn all about these spooky and sometimes fun legends Also joining us is special guest Doug who adds insight and opinion on these leg...
Sep 26, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 47
A fatality is such a rare event at a theme park or fair, we could only find 17 deaths in Ohio over the course of 150 years. But when tragedy strikes, it is often made all the more chilling because it always comes when people are in the midst of having carefree fun. In this episode, we revisit the worst days at Kings Island, Cedar Point, the Ohio State Fair and local county fairs. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.face...
Sep 23, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 285
Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Just a quick note before we begin. There was a problem with the original audio file and it has been corrected. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope you enjoy the episode. In this episode we announce the departure of Mike from Ohio Mysteries Backroads. We thank Mike for his contributions and the fantastic stories he has shared. His wealth of knowledge and insights will surely be missed and hope he pops in from time to time....
Sep 19, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 46
In 1884 during the Hocking Valley Coal Strike, a small group of miners shoved blazing carts into several mine shafts. Left undiscovered for several days, it grew into a fire that would not be stopped, fed by unlimited fuel and thousands of oxygen-rich fissures in the bedrock. The fire still burns today, seen as puffs of smoke through the floor of Wayne National Forest. This is the story of how that 140-year conflagration changed the topography, the lives and the future of a once-thriving coal re...
Sep 16, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 284
Ohio state and local authorities identified Thomas Collier Jordan as the man who raped Michelle Puett and murdered Janice Christensen in 1987. But they noted it might only be the start of learning the breadth and depth of his violent past. Sure enough, a couple of days after their announcement, Vicki Faranucci stepped forward to identify Jordan as the man who had raped her. This is the last installment of a 3-day series, done in collaboration with the Akron Beacon Journal. Ohio Mysteries and the...
Sep 12, 2024•27 min
Thomas Collier Jordan was a drifter from Cleveland who's rap sheet was filled with various theft offenses scattered over several states. There was one violent assault against a woman on a criminal resume that spanned five decades - but now authorities are learning he was a serial rapist and a killer. This is the second of a three-day series, done in collaboration with the Akron Beacon Journal. Ohio Mysteries and the Beacon teamed up in 2021 to begin UNRESOLVED, a series of episodes about cold ca...
Sep 11, 2024•33 min
Michelle Puett was 17 when a man pulled her into the woods of a park and raped her repeatedly over a couple of hours. And afterward, she had to brave the painful and terrifying hospital examination. What she could never imagine is that not only would authorities learn who attacked her 37 years ago, but her rape kit would solve a murder. This is the first of a three-day series, done in collaboration with the Akron Beacon Journal. Ohio Mysteries and the Beacon teamed up in 2021 to begin UNRESOLVED...
Sep 10, 2024•24 min
Ohio Mysteries and the Akron Beacon Journal launched their collaborative "UNRESOLVED" series on unsolved crimes in 2021. The first episode featured the 1987 murder of Janice Christensen in Hudson. Last month, law enforcement identified Janice's killer. Coming this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, a 3-part series about Janice's case was solved using the rape kit from another woman --- and how the announcement has since brought forth a third Summit County victim, with officials expecting others to...
Sep 08, 2024•6 min
Hello and Welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries: Backroads. Join us as we delve into one of the most captivating and controversial criminal cases of the 20th century—The Dr. Sam Sheppard Murder Case. This riveting podcast explores the 1954 murder of Marilyn Sheppard, the subsequent arrest of her husband, Dr. Sam Sheppard, and the sensational trial that followed. We’ll examine the evidence, the media frenzy, and the lasting impact of the case on the American legal system. Was Dr. Sheppard ...
Sep 05, 2024•43 min
A century ago, Niagara Falls tourists enjoyed a winter attraction - ice forming a bridge over the river beneath the falls. When the ice broke free in 1912, a Cleveland youth turned from safety to help a struggling couple. Crowds were helpless to stop the ice floe from sailing them into crushing rapids. But where did the river hide their bodies? www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Learn more ab...
Sep 02, 2024•26 min
