Unrest in Peace

To continue the soon-to-be tradition of telling Christmas ghost stories like they did WAAAYYYY back in the day, Chrysanthe and Lia sit down to share and enjoy the story "Smee" by A.M. Burrage. It's guaranteed to give you chills... or at least some sort of chill.

P.S. - Also, we know we posted this after Dec. 25, but it's still being released during the Twelve Days, so Happy 11th Day of Christmas!

Madame Delphine LaLaurie was a popular NOLA socialite who delighted in throwing the best parties in the mansion that she owned. But as we all may know, she was also hiding horrors that are enough to turn anyone's stomach.

We're making a stop in New Orleans, LA to visit the LaLaurie Mansion. Step inside as Chrysanthe and Lia explore the origins of the mansion, and its former inhabitants who may not be altogether "former".

Resources:

• Wikipedia: Delphine LaLaurie

• Nolaghosts.com: The LaLaurie Mansion

• Ghostcitytours.com: The Haunted LaLaurie Mansion

TRIGGER WARNING:

This episode of Unrest in Peace will be discussing disturbing topics, such as suicide, homicide, medical procedures, and the poor treatment of those with mental illness.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with mental illness or suicidal thoughts, call the SAMSHA Help line at 800-662-4357 or the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 (United States).

Episode References:

• Wikipedia
• AllThatsInteresting.com
• RoadUnraveled.com
• LegendsofAmerica.com
• Portals to Hell

An American castle, haunted tunnels, and ghost children? Pythian Castle has them all! Join Lia and Chrysanthe as they talk all about it while pronouncing the name wrong the entire time!

References:

- Buzzfeed Unsolved Supernatural

We're bringing tradition BACK! This holiday, Chrysanthe and Lia share all about the old English tradition of Christmas ghost stories. It's a fun, creepy pastime that we hope to resurrect right here! 

Happy Holidays from us to all of you!

References:

• History.com - How Ghost Stories Became a Christmas Tradition in Victorian England - Elizabeth Yuko
• History.co.uk - NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: THE FORGOTTEN TRADITION OF CHRISTMAS GHOST STORIES
• MentalFloss.com - 7 Spine-Tingling Tales of Christmas Ghosts - Claire Cock-Starkey

What's more appropriate than a paranormal podcast releasing a a special episode on Halloween? Ghost Host Chrysanthe brings her parents, Jim and Donna, on to guest host our second Ghost Box Session. Together, the three share the stories of the house in which Chrysanthe grew up. We're sure everyone will find something to love and scream about in this episode.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Ever wonder where Stephen King got the idea for the book "The Shining"? Well, wonder no more! Lia and Chrysanthe spill all in this week's episode on the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, CO. This jus may be the most ghosts we've talked about on this podcast yet...

References:

• Wikipedia - F.O. Stanley, The Stanley Hotel
• NightlySpirits.com
• OutThereColorado.com
• TheTravel.com

Lia tells the tale of the legendary Queen Mary, quite possibly one of the most haunted sea vessels that you can visit today.

References:

- Buzzfeed Unsolved Supernatural

- Hailey Reese - Attacked by a Ghost on The Queen Mary

In lieu of a normal full episode, Lia and Chrysanthe bring you the first mini episode for the podcast, or as we will call it, our first "Ghost Box Session". We share a little bit about us through a spooky themed Q&A to give you a little more information about the women who bring you your weekly dose of hauntings.

Where we found the questions:

- www.madamewriterblog.com - 30 Spooky Halloween Tag Questions

Travel with Lia and Chrysanthe to the Xochimilco Canals to the legendary Island of Dolls. Is it haunted or just creepy? Find out on this week's episode!

References and Works Cited:

• Medium.com - History of the ‘Island of the Dolls’ near Mexico City - Sabana Grande
• Discovery.com - The Island of the Dolls has a Murky and Terrifying History - Reuben Westmaas
• DustyOldThing.com - Mexico’s ‘Island of the Dolls’ has a Creepy History - Anastasia Arellano
• IsladelasMunecas.com
• Buzzfeed Unsolved Supernatural
• Discovery UK