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The Places You'll Go

Laken and Chance Oliverpodcasters.spotify.com
True crime, urban legends, hauntings, and beer. Join Laken and Chance on a comedic journey down the back roads of America as they discuss the places they've been, the places they're headed, and the weird things that happen there.
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Episodes

Lake Charles, Louisiana - When the Devil Came to Mardi Gras and the Ghost of Toni Jo Henry

This week's adventure won't be far from an interstate. Join our hosts as they take us to southwest Louisiana for an awesome creole adventure. After traversing the lake area, Chance will tell us about the peculiar investigation into the murders of Pam and Eric Ellender and Laken will recount the Hollywood-worthy tale of Toni Jo Henry.

Jun 25, 20211 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Bighorn National Forest, Wyoming - The Crow and the Spirits of the Bighorns

The mountains are calling again. This week Laken and Chance will take us to the mighty Bighorn Mountains and the home of the Crow and Shoshone Nations. After traversing this million acre gem of the west, Laken will tell us the peculiar tale of the disappearance of Robert 'Bugsy' Springfield. To finish our journey, Chance will tell the lore of Lake Desmet and the Little People of the Pryor Mountains.

Jun 18, 202154 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Burlington, Vermont - Operation Bada Bing and The Lake Champlain Monster

This week Laken and Chance head to the largest city in Vermont! That might not be saying much but, Burlington has a lot to offer. After some adventure in the Queen City, Laken will try to unpack the crimes Sean Fiore (at least the parts that aren't redacted) and Chance attempts to uncover the truth behind the legendary "Champ".

Jun 11, 20211 hr 18 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Lake Sakakawea, North Dakota - The Massacre at Turtle Lake and A Beast in the Missouri River

Join Laken and Chance as they transport us to the rural reaches of North Dakota and one of the nations largest reservoirs. Our hosts explore the breathtaking shores of Lake Sakakawea, visit the massive Garrison Dam, and grab some food on the Fort Berthold Reservation. Chance will delve into the most gruesome murder in North Dakota's history, the Wolf Family Massacre, and Laken transports us into an experience with the Miniwashitu.

May 28, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Paducah, Kentucky - The Tragedy at Heath High School and The Cohen That Never Left

This week our hosts take us to the banks of the Ohio and Tennessee rivers amongst the rolling hills of Western Kentucky. Laken and Chance hop off of I-24 to visit this eclectic and charming city that is packet with peculiar history. Laken tells the gut-wrenching story of one of the first school shootings in the United States and Chance terrifies us all with the tale of the Paducah Hot Springs and a former tenant of a historic building that may have stuck around.

May 21, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Eureka, California - The Missing Five and Where Bigfoot Began

Cruise up the 101 with us as our Laken and Chance take us on an adventure through the redwood forests of Cali's Northern Coast. We found it! Eureka, that is. Join our hosts as they discuss the Victorian beauty of old town Eureka, the port city's unique history, and the splendor of the region's towering forests. This week Laken delves into the mystery surrounding The Missing Five and Chance excites us with the origin story of the cryptid that started it all for him.

Apr 30, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Taos, New Mexico - The Witch Hunter of Taos and the Song of the Mountains

This week our hosts guide us on a journey through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, with a little help from a special guest. Join Laken, Chance, and Macey as they discuss the unforgettable experiences found only in the most enchanting city in the Land of Enchantment. Then Chance weaves the tale of the supernaturally inspired murder of Roxanne Houston and Laken attempts to unearth the source of the Taos Hum.

Apr 23, 20211 hrSeason 1Ep. 15

Badlands National Park, South Dakota - The Wounded Knee Massacre and the Tale of the Badlands Banshee

What a bad place to start our National Parks Series (see what we did there). On this week's episode, our hosts kick off their newest series at the baddest of all the National Parks. They chat about the amazing wildlife and heart stopping views of the Badlands and dive into the offerings of the remote communities surrounding it. Chance gets emotional as he recounts the heartbreaking events that took place at Wounded Knee Creek on December 29th, 1891 and Laken chills us to the bone as she unwraps ...

Apr 16, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Tales from the Road - The Big Announcement

Laken and Chance finally make their big announcement, only a month late. Then they tell some stories that didn't make the cut in the full length episodes on St. Augustine and Show Low.

Apr 05, 202124 min

Moscow, Idaho - The Unsolved Murder of Janice Foiles and the Day the Mountains Cried

Join Laken and Chance as they cruise into the Heart of the Arts on US-95 to visit a mountain town like no other. This week our hosts stroll historic downtown Moscow, bask in the beauty of the lush forests and rolling hills of the Idaho Panhandle, and attend exciting events at the University of Idaho. Finally, they unfurl the mystery surrounding the murder of Janice Folies and examine the terrifying events of the Great Fire of 1910 and the lasting impression it left on the region.

Mar 26, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Baraboo, Wisconsin - The Bone Breaker Killer and the Things that Bump Baraboo in the Night

This week our hosts exit I-90 and head for the edge of the Driftless Area in central Wisconsin. They chat about all of the circus-centric fun to be had in Baraboo (the home of the Ringling Bros), adventure through Wisconsin's wild places, and dig in for some great food and beer. Finally, Laken and Chance discuss the heinous crimes of Joe Clark and the strange hauntings of Baraboo.

Mar 19, 202159 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Bar Harbor, Maine - The Mysterious Murder of Leslie Spellman and the Spirits of Acadia

This week, cruise down Highway 3 with our hosts to majestic Mount Desert Island and take in bewitching views of Bar Harbor. After enjoying food and brew by the ocean, Laken and Chance discuss the circumstances surrounding the unsolved murder of Leslie Spellman, in 1977, and examine the haunting history of Acadia National Park.

Mar 12, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Puget Sound, Washington - A Salish Sea Mystery and Something Lurking in the Depths

Hop in as Laken and Chance head to the far northwestern reaches of the continental United States. This week our hosts take you on a captivating tour of Washington State's largest body of water, investigate a mystery that haunts the region to this day, and try to figure out if a titan is hiding just below the surface of the sound.

Feb 26, 20211 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 7

St. Augustine, Florida - A Deadly Feud and the Spirits of the First Coast

Exit I-95 with Laken and Chance as they visit the oldest city in the continental United States. This week our hosts chat about the deep south/island living vibe in this historic Spanish city, get your mouth watering over local eats and brews, dive into a not-so-mysterious feud turned murder, and recount some ghostly tales from America's First Coast.

Feb 19, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Home - Spooky Stuff and a Serial Killer

In this episode we introduce ourselves to the world by talking about the town we know best. Burlington, Iowa is home to more than just two nerdy podcasters. (We promise they won't all be this long...)

Jan 15, 20211 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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