Beneath the Evergreens

In 1859, the Pig War brought the United States and Great Britain to the brink of war on Washington's San Juan Islands after an American farmer shot a British-owned pig that had wandered into his potato patch. What began as a simple dispute quickly escalated into an international standoff, with hundreds of American soldiers and British warships facing each other across the island, yet remarkably, n...

For more than a century, Spokane’s Davenport Hotel has stood as a symbol of elegance, luxury, What if your favorite Irish pub was once Seattle's busiest mortuary, where thousands of the city's dead began their final journey? This week, we uncover the dark history of Kells Irish Pub, exploring deadly scandals, forgotten tragedies, and the chilling legends of Charlie, the silent man who still appear...

For more than a century, Spokane’s Davenport Hotel has stood as a symbol of elegance, luxury, and Pacific Northwest history. But beneath its grand architecture and celebrity-filled past lurk tales of unexplained phenomena, from the mysterious Lady in White wandering the mezzanine to ghostly activity in Room 1105 and the hotel’s vintage elevators. In this episode of Beneath the Evergreens , we expl...

In 1885, the city of Tacoma carried out one of the most organized expulsions in Pacific Northwest history when hundreds of Chinese residents were forced from their homes by city leaders, businessmen, and armed mobs in what became known as “The Tacoma Method.” This week on Beneath the Evergreens , we uncover how racism, labor tensions, and the Chinese Exclusion Act fueled a campaign of intimidation...

On today’s episode of Beneath the Evergreens , Ana and Jessy explore a chilling mystery from Washington State’s past. Over the course of one summer in the late 1800s, three devastating fires erupted across the state, leaving destruction and unanswered questions in their wake. Was it the work of a serial arsonist, a tragic coincidence, or something even more sinister lurking beneath the surface? Tu...

In this episode, we dive into the haunting and tragic story of the Whitman Mission near Walla Walla, where Protestant missionaries Marcus and Narcissa Whitman sought to convert the Cayuse people while navigating growing cultural tensions on the Oregon frontier. As disease spread along the Oregon Trail in 1847, mistrust deepened after measles devastated Native communities, leading many Cayuse to bl...

In this episode, we explore the mysterious disappearance of Leah Roberts, a free-spirited young woman who set off on a solo journey to Washington State in 2000 after enduring immense personal loss and becoming inspired by The Dharma Bums. Days later, her abandoned Jeep was discovered at the bottom of an embankment in Whatcom County, but Leah had vanished, leaving behind eerie clues that led invest...

In this episode, we uncover the disturbing true story of Michelle “Shelly” Knotek, a woman once viewed as a caring and selfless pillar of the small town of Raymond, Washington, who was later accused of hiding unimaginable abuse behind closed doors. What began as a home that appeared to offer refuge to struggling friends, relatives, and vulnerable people slowly transformed into a place of fear, man...

In this episode, we uncover one of the Tri Cities’ most terrifying legends, the mysterious Finley Ghost said to wander the dark roads and riverbanks outside of Kennewick. But this story becomes even more chilling as we investigate the real life disappearance of Toni Rae Atchley, a 54 year old woman who vanished without a trace in July 2022. Her abandoned 2017 Toyota Corolla was discovered near the...

In November 1987, young couple Jay Cook and Tanya Van Cuylenborg set out from British Columbia on a short trip to Washington, but after boarding a ferry to Seattle, they vanished without a trace. Days later, Tanya was found murdered in Skagit County and Jay was discovered in Snohomish County, revealing a brutal, calculated crime scene that spanned multiple locations. Despite decades of investigati...

A chance meeting at a Costco food court sparks a romance but quickly spirals into something far darker. What begins with a Mariners date ends in a chilling chain of deception, disappearance, and violence. Strange texts, a missing mother, and a terrifying attack on her son leave a family desperate for answers. As investigators close in, the suspect’s shocking behavior only deepens the mystery. This...

Deanne Hastings grew up in isolation in rural Nevada before moving to Spokane, where her life shifted after her parents’ divorce and the emergence of bipolar disorder. Despite the challenges, she fought to rebuild, becoming a devoted mother and starting over with new relationships and goals. In November 2015, after a day filled with promise and a fresh start at cosmetology school, she disappeared...

In 1947 Eugene, 23 year old Virginia Harington shot her husband, Gene Harington, in the quiet hours of the morning, insisting it was self defense. What led up to it was a long, suspicious night of drinking, unanswered questions, and a marriage that may not have been as stable as it appeared. Virginia claimed Gene threatened her with a gun, yet the scene told a different story, one that hinted he m...

In 1903, a charismatic preacher named Edmund Creffield arrived in Corvallis and quickly drew followers into a secretive, emotionally intense movement that would soon be labeled the “Holy Rollers.” As devotion deepened, families were torn apart and shocking allegations of control, manipulation, and “spiritual purification” ignited fear across the community. The conflict reached a violent climax in...

In 1996, a father and son made a chilling discovery in the woods of rural Polk County, human bones bound, hidden, and forgotten beneath a tarp. For over two decades, the woman known only as the “Mill Creek Bones” remained a haunting mystery, her identity lost to time. Then, in 2019, a breakthrough led by Yolanda McClary and cutting edge genetic genealogy finally gave her a name: Kathy Thomas. But...

In 1924, near Ape Canyon on the slopes of Mount St. Helens, a group of gold prospectors claimed they were attacked through the night by towering, ape-like figures that hurled rocks and battered their remote cabin, an incident that became one of the Pacific Northwest’s most enduring wilderness legends. Decades later in 1950, experienced skier Jim Carter vanished on the same mountain after leaving h...

A quiet act of kindness turns into a nightmare when Seattle pharmacist Geoff Ramseth is gunned down after walking a pregnant friend to her car late one night. As police search for answers, a disturbing connection emerges between Geoff’s murder and a violent man with ties to his family. Months later, that same man is convicted of killing his own 9-year-old daughter, raising chilling questions about...

In 2006, Washington State policy advisor Gilbert Mark Gilman drove to Olympic National Park for what should have been a short walk along the Staircase Rapids Loop Trail. After briefly speaking with a park ranger, he entered the forest and was never seen again. Despite extensive searches, investigators found no trace of Gilman, leaving behind more questions than answers. In this episode of Beneath...

The Capitol Hill Massacre shook the underground rave community in Capitol Hill, turning a night of music and connection into tragedy. A group of young “rave kids,” immersed in late-night parties and tight friendships, suddenly found themselves at the center of violence that would forever change their scene. As details unfolded, questions about drugs, trust, and escalating conflict revealed how qui...

The Ghoul of Grays Harbor… or a union leader caught in the crossfire of power and politics? This week we dive into the chilling legend of Billy Gohl,  the man accused of turning Aberdeen into the “Port of Missing Men.” Was he a calculated killer… or the victim of a ruthless takedown? ⚓ Waterfront secrets 🌫️ Disappearances in the fog 📰 Media frenzy & myth-making 👇 What do you think? A k...

In this episode of Beneath the Evergreens, Ana and Jess dive into one of Washington’s strangest legends and uncover the secrets of a hidden PNW haunt. First, we plunge into the dark, churning waters beneath the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, where whispers of a massive octopus have echoed for decades. Was it a misunderstood sea creature? A sailor’s tale gone wild? Or something far more mysterious rising f...

In 1996, ancient human remains discovered along the Columbia River in Kennewick, Washington sparked one of the most controversial archaeological cases in U.S. history. Scientists argued the 9,000-year-old skeleton could rewrite theories about the first Americans, while Native American tribes insisted the Ancient One was their ancestor and should be returned for burial. What followed was decades of...

It is the winter of 1910, and travelers are attempting to cross what we now know as Stevens Pass. At the time, the only way to move somewhat safely through the mountains, especially in winter, was by train. One such group is forced to stop when a brutal storm sets in… and then the unthinkable happens. The deadliest avalanche in the region comes crashing down on the stranded travelers, plunging the...

In this episode of Beneath the Evergreens, Ana and Jess dive into the bizarre true-crime story of the Washington bank robber known as “Hollywood.” Using Hollywood-grade prosthetics and disguises, he terrorized banks across the state and even set the record for the largest amount ever stolen from a single Washington bank. But the strangest part? He lived hidden in the woods, building his own treeho...

In this unhinged bonus episode, Jess and Ana take a quiz to discover their cryptid spirit animals, serving pure chaos and laughs while giving listeners a sneak peek at the kind of exclusive Patreon content coming your way in the next few months.