All My Favorite People Are Dead

This week, we again welcome William Dickinson to our show! He tells us the horrifying story of John List and the gruesome murder he committed on his family. 

This week Sue shares with us the story of William Colin Bryant, just because she really wanted to know who the park was named after! Now you know. 

Shannon tells us the story of the murder of J. William Schatz in 1931 in Poughkeepsie NY. It took place on the lovely Garfield Place, and you'll never guess the ending of the story! 

This week we have a special guest! Ina Claire Gabler, a writer and teacher, shares with us her passion for the famous British writer George Eliot AKA Mary Ann Evans, and her fascinating and scandalous life. 

This week Sue shares with us the story of the "Cursed" flat of Curzon Square where so far two famous musicians have died. Would you live in a place where you knew people had died?    Also please support the Victorian Photography Studio - Fundraiser by Carla Rodriguez : Support Dave's Recovery from Studio Fire   And check out the Curio Cabinet of the Hudson Valley instagram.com/CurioCabinet_HV

This week, Shannon tells the stories of people (ok, we'll say it, Men) who died as a result of their inventions. 

This week, we have a special guest, Will Dickinson! He will tell us the tale of King Edward the VIII and George the VI of Great Britain. And we question what we would give up for love! 

This week, Sue discusses Jim Thorpe, one of the greatest American athletes, and his story of overcoming racism in its many forms. 

This week, Shannon talks about the weird life and work of one of the founders of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood in 1848, Gabriel Dante Rossetti. Enjoy! 

Yo Ho ho and a bottle of Manischewitz! This week, Sue talks about Jewish Pirates in History! Who knew that was a thing? 

Have you ever wondered what your last meal would be if you knew you were about to die? Well, today Shannon tells us about some pretty interesting famous last meals before people died!! 

In this week's episode, Sue talks about the Molly Maguires, a secret society of coal miners who fought for better working conditions in interesting ways. 

In this episode, Shannon talks about one of the most famous voices in the history of cinema and fellow Dutchess County Resident, James Earl Jones. 

In this episode, Sue somehow managed to connect the six wives of King Henry the 8th with Lena Horne. How does she do it? Listen! 

This week Shannon covers the fascinating raid on the little village of Deerfield Massachusettes which took place in 1704. There were many deaths and stories of struggle. You'll love it! 

This week Sue tells us about Max Yasgur and his farm that became the location of Woodstock. 

We are back for more! Better and Deader! In this episode we talk about the amazing, beautiful, and tragic Lee Miller. Born in Poughkeepsie and made famous for her looks and photography. 

We have made it to 75 episodes! So in this our diamond episode where we recap some of our favorite dead people and memories. 

This week Sue shares some odd stories (as only Sue can) of some crazy twins. Daisy and Violet Hilton and June and Jennifer Gibbons. Some weird shit for your listening pleasure. 

How many Opera singers do you know? Shannon only really knows one, Florence Foster Jenkins. This week we discuss the world's worst opera singer! 

In this week's show and in honor of International Women's Day, Sue covers Nellie Bly and her many adventures! 

How do you want to be remembered when you die? What words of wisdom do you want on your headstone? This week, Shannon shares some fabulous and weird epitaphs that are sure to make you smile. 

This week, Sue tells us the story of an early businessman and showman! He is the brains behind New York City's Steeplechase Park and selling sand in a box! 

This week Shannon tells the story of one of the most beautiful women in the world who also happened to have a brilliant mind. Hedy Lamarr had it all, but that doesn't always mean life is great. She gave us films and wifi and what did she get in return? 

This week Sue tells the story of the man who gave us fake monsters while he saved us from the real ones. Carl Laemmle was the brains behind Universal Studios and some of the greatest movies during the golden age of Hollywood. He also saved over 300 Jews from the Nazis.