Step into the shadowy corridors of the Lemp Mansion, one of America’s most haunted homes, where the legacy of wealth, power, and despair lingers. In this episode of Obscurities, we unravel the chilling history of the Lemp family, whose brewing empire was marred by untimely deaths, suicides, and ghostly encounters. Discover how this opulent St. Loui…

In this episode of In The Wild, we dive into the world of survival skills and nature immersion with Matt Howe and Ansley Roberts, founders of Rainwalk Rewild. Their outdoor survival school is more than just a place to learn essential skills—it's a journey back to our roots, connecting with the land and rediscovering ancient practices that have kept…

The vast wilderness of Wyoming became the backdrop for an incredible story of hope, determination, and the unbreakable bond between humans and their canine companions. In this episode of In The Wild, we delve into the harrowing tale of Jade, the beloved rescue dog of Tim Paul and Laura Wilderman, who went missing. Jade braved the unforgiving terrai…

Join us as we delve into the chilling tales surrounding the infamous Cecil Hotel, from the mass of mysterious deaths and disappearances to the haunting paranormal activity that has plagued its halls. Are the spirits of the Cecil's troubled past still lingering within its walls? Tune in to uncover the secrets that lie hidden within the Cecil Hotel's…

From its inception in the late 1800s to its transformation into a historical landmark nestled in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, Sloss Furnace has witnessed a multitude of tragedies and inexplicable events. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

In this gripping episode of Dirty Hands, we dive into the harrowing story of the Essex Whaleship, whose doomed voyage in 1820 inspired Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick. Journey with us as we explore the fateful encounter between the Essex and a vengeful sperm whale, leading to one of the most infamous shipwrecks in maritime history. Hear how the crew's …

Join us on an extraordinary journey with Tom Williams, the founder of Desert Island Survival, an adventure travel company that offers unique survival experiences on uninhabited tropical islands. In this podcast, Tom shares his incredible story of transitioning from a desk job selling software in England to winning the first season of "Alone" UK, wh…

In this episode we explore the eerie history of the WW Hartwell House in Plattsburgh, New York. Once the stately residence of a prominent local businessman, this historic home has long been the center of ghostly tales and mysterious occurrences. We'll explore the life and times of William W. Hartwell, whose tragic demise is said to have left a spec…

In this heart-wrenching episode of "In The Wild," we recount the devastating story of Courtney Henderson and Gavin Caruso, whose adventurous spirit led them on a hiking trip that turned into a tragic ordeal. What began as a beautiful escape into the wilderness soon descended into a fight for survival as unforeseen challenges arose, testing their en…

In this chilling episode of Obscurities, we delve into the eerie tale of the Red Lady of Wellscroft Lodge. Perched on a mountaintop, Wellscroft Lodge stands as a picturesque yet haunting estate, known for its stunning architecture and... ghostly resident. Local legends speak of a sorrowful figure, draped in a flowing red gown, who roams the halls a…

Poveglia Island has witnessed centuries of turmoil and death, from its days as a quarantine station during the plague to its time as a mental asylum. Stories of restless spirits, eerie whispers, and shadowy figures have turned Poveglia into a place of fear and fascination. Join us as we delve into the island's harrowing past, exploring the chilling…

Born into a family of explorers and adventurers, Ryker Webb's life seemed destined for extraordinary experiences. From a young age, he exhibited an insatiable curiosity for the unknown, often disappearing into the wilderness for days on end, leaving behind only cryptic notes and clues to his whereabouts. Though his last expedition into the depths o…

Setting sail in 1914 with the goal of crossing the frozen continent, Shackleton and his crew faced unimaginable challenges as they became trapped in the ice of the Weddell Sea. With their ship crushed by the relentless pressure of the ice, they found themselves stranded on the desolate ice floes, thousands of miles from civilization. Join us on an …

Join us on a chilling journey into the depths of the paranormal as we uncover the harrowing tale of the Kennedy Ife Exorcism. In this episode, we delve into the mysterious events that unfolded in the small town of Enfield, London where a family was plagued by inexplicable occurrences. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…

Join us as we recount the events leading up to that fateful day, when a massive undersea earthquake off the coast of Sumatra triggered a series of devastating tsunamis that ravaged coastlines across South and Southeast Asia. The Alvarez Bayon family, vacationing in Thailand's Khao Lak region, found themselves directly in the path of the oncoming ts…

Join us for a spine-tingling episode of Obscurities as we delve into the enigmatic world of the Belmez Faces phenomenon. These mysterious images, known as the "Faces of Belmez," emerged on the floor of a Spanish home in the 1970s, captivating the world with their eerie appearance and sparking intense speculation about their origins. See Privacy Pol…

Join us as we delve into the haunting history of this seemingly innocuous Iowa home, which became the scene of one of the most brutal and unsolved crimes in U.S. history. On a fateful night in 1912, the Moore family and two young houseguests were savagely murdered in their beds, victims of a mysterious assailant who left no clues behind. Over a cen…

In this gripping episode, we step back in time to the spring of 1945 as we uncover the tragic story of the Gremlin Special, a sightseeing tour that ended in disaster for the twenty-four men and women aboard a Douglas C-47 Skytrain. From excited anticipation to unforeseen peril, their journey was about to take a dark turn. Don't pay hundreds of doll…

Welcome to this episode of Unbreakable, where we share stories of resilience, perseverance, and triumph in the face of adversity. Today, we'll be diving into the incredible journey of Eric Lemaque, a former professional hockey player turned snowboarder who survived eight days lost in the French Alps. Join us as we uncover the harrowing tale of surv…

The incredible story of Mauro Prosperi, a participant in the Marathon des Sables, a grueling six-day endurance race through the Sahara Desert. When a unexpected sandstorm hits and sends Prosperi off course, he finds himself lost and alone in the vast desert with limited supplies for 10 days.Narrative.fm

In this gripping episode, we delve into the remarkable true story of Ada Blackjack, a woman who found herself thrust into the unforgiving wilderness of the Arctic. Stranded on Wrangel Island with a group of ill-fated explorers, Ada's resilience and determination became the stuff of legend as she faced unimaginable challenges to survive. Join us as …

As the episode unfolds, we learn of the myriad challenges Harry encountered—from a serious head injury to battling malnourishment and dehydration. Through sheer willpower and resourcefulness, Harry devised ingenious ways to procure food, build shelter, and signal for rescue, despite being weakened by his injuries and the harsh conditions.…

In this episode of Obscurities, we uncover the fascinating history behind the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, exploring the legends of ghostly apparitions that haunt its corridors and the unsolved mysteries that linger in the mountain air. From its opulent origins as a haven for the elite to its role in wartime espionage, this luxurious retreat has a…

Surviving in cold temperatures under precipitation all alone, with no plan or equipment to speak of, is a tall order for any human being. Multiply that several times for how tough it must be on a small three year old, but that was exactly the scenario for Ryker Webb. The Montana toddler was playing on June 3rd of 2022 with the Webb family dog outsi…

Mary Grimm is a free-spirited adventurer who has always had a passion for exploring the unknown. Born and raised in a small town in Oregon, Mary had a deep love for nature and a curiosity that could never be quenched. From a young age, Mary dreamt of traveling the world and experiencing different cultures. She spent hours reading books about far-of…

October 29th, 2012. A couple of days before Halloween. New Yorkers were told to prepare for this day starting the week prior. Hurricane Sandy had formed in the Western Caribbean Sea on October 22nd, and meteorologists feared for the worst for residents nearest to the coast. Kim Joyce, a resident of Staten Island, was one of those told to evacuate h…

New England is a huge area of the Northeast in the U.S. consisting of Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire. Although these states all possess their own unique charm, scattered throughout them you will find some of the most amazing hikes that our country has to offer. These hikes are far from the big city, and …

Bruce Gordan, a wildlife enthusiast and adventurer, became widely known for his remarkable friendship with a polar bear. Bruce grew up in a small town in Alaska, surrounded by the beauty and magnificence of nature. From an early age, he developed a deep love and fascination for wildlife. As a young boy, Bruce would spend hours observing animals in …

Kristie Cataffo-O’Brien was visiting Bahia Beach with her husband Thomas over this past summer of 2023. A beautiful area with clear waters and of course palm trees, a staple of The Sunshine State. Thomas and Kristie’s trip to Bahia was about as far from the daring adventures of Steve Irwin as you could get, both geographically and in the events pla…

The wilderness can be an unforgiving environment. While you may be just miles from civilization, if something unexpected happens, you need to deal with the matter utilizing your wits and tools, supplies, and preparations you made for the trip. Some are ill-equipped for such difficulties, while others will rise above the situation and display extrao…

Basketball cards have been around for over 100 years, even prior to the inception of the National Basketball Association (NBA.) It was not until the 1980s however, until they really began to take off and create that similar trading frenzy that baseball cards had. With now-legendary players like Charles Barkley, Reggie Miller, Hakeem Olajuwon, Patri…

When we hear of shark attacks, the species we think of most often is usually the deadly Great White. This could be due to movies so deeply embedded in popular culture (specifically “Jaws”) or even the focus on Great Whites in the highly popular Shark Week series that has aired every July for an amazing 35 years. If you’re a huge fan of Shark Week, …

While urban areas populate the state of Maine, particularly along the eastern coast of the Atlantic Ocean, there are vast wilderness areas across the state, even along the oceanside coast. Popular with tourists, the state and local economies benefit from an influx of $8.2 billion in outdoor recreation dollars. Acadia National Park, called the Crown…

Established in 1934, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park covers parts of North Carolina and Tennessee and features some of the highest mountains in eastern North America. The Great Smoky Mountains are part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a division of the Appalachian Mountain Range. The Appalachian Trail, which runs from Maine to Georgia, passes t…

What does it mean to live off the grid? Living off the grid means operating one's life without a physical connection to public utilities—self-reliance with your own energy sources, often renewable such as solar and wind. Off-grid living frequently means living in a secluded area, away from the country's population—actual wilderness survival, supply…

Though you may feel you are in a safe location, you never know when you will be faced with a survival situation. There are no formal boundaries between the wilderness and humanity. Nature has a way of encroaching into areas which may surprise us.Narrative.fm

The Little Moose Mountain Wilderness Area is in the western middle section of Adirondack Park, south by southeast of Seventh Lake in the Fulton Chain. The area encompasses over 12,000 acres but is bordered on all sides by other regions of the Adirondack Park. If you were lost, wandering out of the region would not help facilitate a rescue, as you w…

Mountain lions, also known as cougars, panthers, pumas, or catamounts, are all the same animal. In fact, the scientific name, 'Puma concolor,' is sometimes known as 'the cat of many names.' Naturalist, writer, and Utah native Claude T. Barnes listed 40 English names for a mountain lion, along with 18 names from South America and 25 from Native Amer…

These Boy Scouts in the Adirondack mountains of New York took a hike and a climb that lead to days they never knew were coming..Narrative.fm

In the Wild details amazing stories of survival. In our episode "Cougar Attack," we told the unbelievable true story of Marine Corps veteran Anne Hjelle living to tell about being pummeled by a vicious predator. Our "Mama Grizzly VS Father and Daughter" episode detailed father and daughter Johan and Jenna Otter surviving a grizzly attack. But not a…

Long time listeners of this podcast know that a common theme of In the Wild are the dangers of national parks. All 63 of them designated in the U.S. are a sight to see, but it should not be overlooked that these parks experience a total of over 300 deaths each year. But what about if you take heed to the necessary precautions often mentioned, and c…

Somnambulism: A sleep disorder involving complex motor acts; also referred to as sleepwalking. But what happens when those complex motor behaviors involve criminal acts? There have been a few cases in history where defendants have claimed this excuse for violent crimes with deadly consequences. But can you really get away with murder with this excu…

A scorpion symbolizes evil, death, destruction, and unpleasant situations. Filmmakers have long used imagery of scorpions to convey the above moods in a storyline. Scorpions themselves are unique. Classified as predatory arachnids, they are related to spiders. Scorpions have eight legs and a pair of pincers extruding from their front limbs. But wha…

For over three years here at In the Wild podcast, we’ve told dozens of real-life stories of survival. Many of these situations take place deep in the woods, with families and individuals simply looking to escape and enjoy nature, only to be unsuspectingly attacked by ferocious predators in their natural habitat. We asked our listeners what their gr…

We all have dreams, or accomplishments that we wish to check off the ol’ bucket list during our time here. Some of them are more ambitious than others, and some that you’d need a nice chunk of time to complete. That’s why many of these milestones are put off until retirement, with people wishing they had the time off from work to get out and make a…

In 1805, a four-year-old boy named Paul Gasford separated from his family and became lost in the wilderness. The boy's remarkable story of survival grew into a bit of a legend. By his own remarkable contrivance and wisdom, after four days' travel, Paul got safely to his parents at Niagara, 40 miles from the place where he was lost.…

There are three different types of macronutrients that make up our diet: carbs, fats, and proteins. All three are needed in order for us to live optimally. There are some people who restrict their intake of one of the following dramatically though, namely those on the keto diet, who drastically reduce their carb intake. Exceptions aside, all three …

Imagine an ordinary commercial flight within the continental U.S. taking a turn for the worse due to the emergence of geese…blinding the pilots, and malfunctioning the equipment. The plane goes down submerging into ice-cold water that floods the aisles, as passengers rush to escape drowning alive. This indeed took place on a wintery day in Queens, …

With today’s technology, it is easy to stay in touch. But sometimes, someone cuts off all communication without any explanation. Ghosting is a relatively new term, most frequently used when someone disappears and avoids all contact, usually from a romantic partner in a casual dating relationship. But what if your spouse goes missing completely? And…

The murder of young Texas couple Shane Stewart & Sally McNelly has been a mystery for decades. For nearly three decades, there had been virtually no progress in cracking the case. The story begins in 1987 in a Central Texas ranching town when 17-year-old Sally McNelly took a liking to a cute and muscular boy a year younger. Shane Stewart and Sally …