Where Our Minds Wander

Wes and Beth explore the Beatles’ tie to cursed apartments. Beth covers Flat 12 in London and Wes covers the Dakota Building in NYC.   Our Sources: https://livinglondonhistory.com/death-in-mayfair-the-cursed-flat-of-curzon-square/ https://flashbak.com/the-death-of-cass-elliot-and-keith-moon-at-harry-nilssons-macabre-mayfair-flat-422551/ https://nyghosts.com/the-dakota/ https://thelittlehouseofhorr...

 Wes and Beth share listeners’ stories of their supernatural experiences. Middle music: Credit: https://www.purple-planet.com Support the show All our links: Our website:  www.whereourmindswander.com/ Our email: whereourmindswander@gmail.com  Facebook : www.facebook.com/WhereOurMindsWander Support the Show:  www.whereourmindswander.com/support/ Our Merch store: www.teepublic.com/stores/where-our-m...

Episode Description: Wes and Beth dive headlong into the life of rocket scientist and occultist Jack Parsons - a man who was not only a genius but someone who even Aleister Crowley said went too far.  Our Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Parsons https://bi.org/en/famous/jack-parsons https://tech.caltech.edu/2025/03/04/jack-parsons-revolutionized-rocketry/ www.britannica.com/biography/Ja...

Wes and Beth share the history and some ghostly encounters at the iconic Boston hotel www.historichotels.org/us/hotels-resorts/omni-parker-house-boston/history.php www.omnihotels.com/hotels/boston-parker-house/property-details/history https://historyofmassachusetts.org/omni-parker-house-hotel/ https://ghostcitytours.com/boston/haunted-places/haunted-omni-parker-hotel/ https://bostonghosts.com/omni...

Beth tells the unbelievable but true story of the Loudun Possessions of 1632. Wes tells of the many ghosts that haunt the Whaley House, the “most haunted house in America.”  Our sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loudun_possessions www.bps.org.uk/psychologist/looking-back-possessions-loudun www.encyclopedia.com/science/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/loudun-nuns www.thecollector.co...

Wes and Beth discuss the “most haunted prison in all of England,” including its turbulent history and stories of the paranormal.  Sources Used: www.capitalpunishmentuk.org/sheptonm.html www.sheptonmalletprison.com/plan-your-day/history/ www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-somerset-35829980 www.sheptonmalletprison.com/paranormal-news/ghost-stories-from-behind-bars-the-white-lady/ https://thelittlehouseofho...

Episode Description: Beth shares the tale of the terrifying Green Lady of the Chateau de Brissac. Meanwhile,Wes shares three lumberjack “fearsome critters” that may still be lurking out there in the woods. Our Sources:  https://darktourists.com/visiting-chateau-de-brissac-loire-valley/ https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-famous-people/ch-teau-de-brissac-and-ghost-green-lady-006045 https://thel...

Beth poses the question, "Was Emilia Bassano the true Shakespeare?" Or not? Meanwhile, Wes investigates the eerie Sayre Mansion in Pennsylvania. Our Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emilia_Lanier https://deveresociety.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/NL-2020-27-1-JAN_KG-P21-30.pdf www.history.com/articles/did-shakespeare-really-write-his-own-plays www.biography.com/authors-writers...

This week, Beth delves into the mysterious disappearance of William Morgan, a case that has intrigued historians and conspiracy theorists alike for decades. Meanwhile, Wes shares eerie tales about banshees, the legendary spirits known for their wailing cries that foretell death.  Our Sources: https://history.nycourts.gov/case/people-v-mather/ www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-masonic-murder-that-...

Beth shares the amazing Arctic survival story of Ada Blackjack. Wes examines the hauntings at The Ridges, a former asylum.  Our Sources: https://oceanwide-expeditions.com/blog/ada-blackjack-forgotten-queen-of-arctic-expedition-survivors www.nps.gov/articles/000/ada-blackjack-stranded-on-wrangel-island.htm https://daily.jstor.org/ada-blackjacks-secret-weapon/ www.atlasobscura.com/articles/ada-black...

 Wes shares the creepy history  of the Valley of Headless Men in Canada’s Northwest Territory. Beth shares the ghostly happenings at Shank’s Tavern in Pennsylvania.  Our sources: https://99wfmk.com/the-waheela/ www.fodors.com/world/north-america/canada/experiences/news/the-haunting-history-of-this-canadian-national-park www.ancient-origins.net/unexplained-phenomena/nahanni-valley-0016177 www.fodor...

Wes tells the creepy tale of the Belmez Faces. Beth explores the haunted Riddle House at Yesteryear Village.  Our Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riddle_House https://palmbeach.floridaweekly.com/articles/the-haunting-of-riddle-house/ https://miamihaunts.com/the-spirits-of-the-riddle-house/ www.floridavisiting.com/places/haunted/riddle-house-yesteryear/ https://the-line-up.com/riddle-house w...

Beth shares the remarkable story of a teenager’s successful solo circumnavigation of the globe beginning in 1965. Wes shares the remarkable story of a missing child, a wrongful conviction, and kidnapping from 1912. Our sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Lee_Graham https://sailmagazine.com/cruising/sailing-with-robin-lee-graham/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/robin-lee-graham www.boating...

  Episode description: Beth talks about the incredible history and hauntings at the Halifax, Nova Scotia restaurant. Wes explores the legend and mysteries of the Devil’s Bible.  Sources Used: www.piercingmooncreations.com/the-five-fishermen-restaurant/ www.fivefishermen.com/history/ https://globalnews.ca/news/3434202/eerie-encounters-at-the-five-fisherman-a-historic-halifax-eatery/ www.ctvnews.ca/...

Beth takes a look at the disappearance of Flight 19 in the Bermuda Triangle. Wes explores several haunted bathrooms.   Our sources https://www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/disasters-and-phenomena/flight- https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2021/october/mysterious- https://mikesirota.com/myths-and-legends-haunted-bathrooms-around-the-world/ https://weirddarkness.com/hauntedbat...

Wes and Beth share the amazing story of Sarah Winchester and how her mansion gained its legendary reputation for being plagued by ghosts.  Sources Used:  https://winchestermysteryhouse.com/ www.housebeautiful.com/design-inspiration/a27481666/winchester-mystery-house/ https://california.amateurtraveler.com/winchester-mystery-house/ https://usghostadventures.com/haunted-stories/why-the-winchester-ho...

Beth explores the many layers of the intriguing Maury Island UFO incident. Wes examines the Great Emu War of 1932. Plus, there's an exploding whale thrown in.  Sources Used:  www.vashonbeachcomber.com/news/time-again-75th-anniversary-of-the-maury-island-incident/ www.crystalinks.com/mauryisland1947.html www.humanities.org/spark/how-washington-state-spawned-the-men-in-black/ www.nwlegendsmuseu...

 Beth talks about the mysterious stone structures of Gungywamp in the Connecticut woods. Wes talks about the not-so-elusive Ohio Grassman, a bigfoot creature spotted in all 88 counties of Ohio.  Our Sources www.perrytribune.com/news/ohio-grassman-legend-has-brought-attention-to-county/article_f3fabf12-ea61-11ec-b40c-cf9dc7134d12.html www.southernstylesweettees.com/blog/june-17 www.southernstyleswe...

Wes and Beth explore the unique historical and haunted hotel in Jefferson, Texas where your immersive stay might include some ghosts.  Sources Used: www.historicjefferson.com/pages/about-us www.hauntedrooms.com/texas/haunted-places/haunted-hotels/jefferson-hotel-jefferson https://npiweb.com/Blog/Posts/haunted-places-series-jefferson-hotel https://visitjeffersontexas.com/history https://knue.com/ha...

Wes and Beth tell both sides of the Devil at the Crossroads legends- the myth and the true life story of the mysterious Robert Johnson.  Sources used: https://magnoliatribune.com/2023/07/13/robert-johnson-the-man-myth-legend-and-legacy/ https://guitar.com/features/history/beyond-the-crossroads-the-tragic-real-life-of-robert-johnson/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Johnson www.visitclevelandms...

In this week's episode, Wes and Beth delve into the legend of Mothman, a winged creature associated with Point Pleasant, West Virginia. This creature became well-known due to numerous sightings in the 1960s. Sources Used: https://folklife.si.edu/magazine/mothman-point-pleasant-west-virginia www.mothmanmuseum.com/mothcam.html https://wchstv.com/news/local/man-photographs-creature-that-resemble...

Once a speakeasy and the home to one romantic tragic love story, Belhurst Castle and Winery is a popular wedding venue today. Wes and Beth discuss the castle’s haunted history. Sources Used: www.belhurst.com/history/ www.belhurst.com/geneva-new-york-castle-belhurst/ www.christinesmyczynski.com/belhurst-castle.html https://michaelkleen.com/2019/10/30/isabellas-spectral-form-chills-guests-at-genevas...

Wes and Beth explore the many legends, first-person encounters, and history of the infamous New Jersey road. Sources Used:  https://weirdnj.com/stories/clinton-road/ www.roadrunner.travel/tours/exploring-the-mysteries-of-the-most-haunted-road-in-the-usa/ https://sanctuaireveroniquelessard.wordpress.com/english-versions/clinton-road-new-jersey-usa/ www.westmilfordmessenger.com/news/local-news/the-o...

Wes and Beth take a deep dive into Ontario’s best-documented poltergeist case.  Sources Used: https://archive.org/details/baldoonmysterywi00mcdo https://hauntedwalk.com/news/the-baldoon-mystery/ www.torontoghosts.org/index.php/the-province-of-ontario/south-western/305-chatham-kent-the-baldoon-mystery www.thesarniajournal.ca/top-story/eerie-baldoon-mystery-story-refuses-to-give-up-the-ghost-7972076...

 Wes and Beth discuss several UFO sightings in Vermont, spanning from 1907 to now.  Sources Used: www.wcax.com/2021/12/03/reliving-history-behind-former-air-force-base-nek/ www.sevendaysvt.com/arts-culture/from-ufos-to-starlink-vermont-has-a-long-history-of-strange-things-in-the-sky-36630572 www.vermonter.com/abandoned-air-force-base-east-haven-vermont/ www.abandonedspaces.com/conflict/north-conco...