Strange Colorado
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Everyone has at least heard of Ouija boards at one point. Mysterious, fun, eerie, dangerous, fake... most people have a strong feeling one way or the other regarding this game you can find at your local Target. But what is it about this simple game that has us spooked? How did it get its name? How is it tied to Colorado's history? In this episode, we answer all of these questions WITHOUT having to contact "the other side."
Once dubbed "The Richest Square Mile on Earth," the small 19th-century mining town of Central City still boasts being the richest square mile. The riches have changed, however, from gold to ghosts.
What is now essentially a stop to grab gas or a snack on your way into or out of the state along I-25, Trinidad Colorado is a dichotomy of wild west architecture, rural lifestyles, an edgy art scene, and an epicenter of counterculture in our state. What stories lay buried beneath it's streets and watch over the land from Simpson's rest? In this episode, we find out.
You've heard about the gold rush, but did you know that another type of rush brought fame and fortune to those men tough and smart enough to discover a different type of precious material in the dirt of our state? While silver and gold are great, the object of this frenzy was something even more unique... dinosaur bones. In this episode we learn how and why the Morrison formation was discovered and the reality TV-level drama that spurred it all on.
What do you think of when you hear the word “Elitch?” Elitch Gardens is part of the fabric of Colorado. It's a summer rite of passage. Standing too long in the line for a ride, the bland food, the nodding lifeguards in the waterpark, if you know--you know. But the story behind the REAL gardens and the woman who spent her life fighting to keep the gates open is an inspirational tale many of those who have lived here their whole lives in this state have never even heard, until now.
The darkest day in Colorado was also this state's dirtiest secret for many, many years. The atrocities and violence that were perpetrated against innocent men, women, and children were covered up to save face for many of our state's historic leaders. In this episode, we are going to take a long look at the dark side of humanity and uncover the truth behind the Massacre at Sand Creek.
Theories abound when it comes to one of the largest airports in the nation, located right here in Denver. Secret Societies, aliens, the apocalypse, and giant toilets. What, is any of these conspiracies, is true? In this episode, we interview Jamie Hodges who has been working in the tunnels at DIA for years to find out what really lies beneath.
Colorado is a destination for many travelers and transplants each year thanks to its abundance of natural beauty, but how many of them are hiding dark and dangerous secrets? This week, we cover some of the most infamous killers in American history that paid Colorado a visit.
The discovery of gold leads to bar room brawls, madams, murder, and LOTS of ghosts. Cripple Creek has everything you could want from a Wild West era mining boom town, and thanks to its perfectly preserved state, many of the town's original residents from it's glory days still haunt the halls of her historic structures.
The legend and legacy of Margaret Tobin Brown is larger than life, just like she was. When it comes to Molly, her survival of the sinking of the TMS Titanic is just the tip of the iceberg. And rumor has it, she and a few of her friends still frequent her Capitol Hill Home.
Pueblo Colorado has been the site of many defining moments in Colorado's history. On track to be the most prosperous and largest city in Colorado, the flood of 1921 washed away more than just most of the downtown area and its inhabitants. Today we will wade through the history of this tragedy and the souls left behind in its wake.
Moose may not be something you see every day in Colorado, but their numbers are on the rise. Each year, reports of moose attacks increase in our state. So why are they dangerous, and how do you stay safe in moose country?
Old Town Fort Collins is a picturesque glimpse into the booming economy of the early years of our state. But for one family in 1888, life in the growing city was less than perfect. This is the story of Fort Collins in 1888 and the grusome murder of Eva Howe.
The bombing of United flight 629 was the largest-scale mass murder in our state that you probably haven't heard of. It was also the first attack on a commercial airliner in the U.S. In this episode, we cover the what, where, when, why, and who behind this unthinkable tragedy.
In an unassuming part of Brighton Colorado, there is a stretch of road that holds more dangers than just potholes and blind curves. What is the real story behind the legends that haunt Riverdale Road?
Like so many frontier towns that are now nothing but shells of their former glory days, Dearfield Colorado stands as a reminder of dreams denied. But this ghost town is unique because of who lived there and what it represents to our history as a state today.
If the Wild West had a main street, it would be the Oregon Trail. The trail through Colorado is steeped in a harrowing history of hope, struggle, battle, bloodshed, and loss. In this episode, we will revisit its well-worn ruts and relive some of the history of this trail and those who traveled it.
The Black Forest in Colorado is a great place to live. Its stately Ponderosa Pines have long been a staple of the area and a signature feature of the land for those who have lived in the area for nearly a millennia. But one home in this picturesque location has been the source of one of the most well-documented hauntings in the state, and possibly the entire United States.
We continue our deadly animal encounter series with a favorite of many Coloradans, the black bear. These creatures are beautiful to watch from a distance and are known to be docile and shy, but sometimes, black bear and human encounters go bad. Very bad. Hear some of those stories and how to avoid becoming one of those stories in this beary interesting episode.
A quick tale of the ingenuity and problem-solving skills of early high-country dwelling Coloradans and how they made doo in deep snow.
With Spring just around the corner and getting back out into nature on our minds, it's always good to remember the original inhabitants of our state and how dangerous they can become when humans enter their homes. In the first of a short series on the dangerous animals in Colorado, we feature... the Mountain Lion.
In October of 2009, for 2 hours, the world held its breath as the story of a saucer-looking balloon floated above the landscape of Northern Colorado. A frantic call to 911 alerted officials to the horrifying truth that a 6-year-old boy was likely trapped inside and in serious danger. But the REAL story began once the balloon finally landed...
The Brairhurst is known for its preserved historic grandeur as an 1876 Tudor house where you can get an excellent meal with a view of Pikes Peak. But the former family home of a successful Colorado business magnate holds more within its walls than just delicious eats. Who haunts the Briarhurst?
The recent devastation of the Marshall Fire in Boulder county has shed some light on an extreme fundamentalist cult right here in our own backyard. Who are the Twelve Tribes and what are they doing here in Colorado?
The Reynold's Gang left a wake of devastation in their path as they made their way across the South and into Colorado, pilfering what they could in the name of the Confederacy during the Civil War. But what they're most known for today is the stolen loot they buried in the mountains of Colorado that has never been found.
It's one of the first creatures that come to mind when someone mentions cryptids. Many think this mysterious ape-like giant is a myth, but others swear they've actually run into them in the remote places of Colorado. Today we are going on a hunt for the elusive Bigfoot.
The beautiful and historic Gold Camp Road is a great place to get out and enjoy the natural wonder of Colorado. But, there is a darkness that is woven through the history of this location that refuses to stay quiet.
Wishing you all a safe and happy holiday season. See you in 2022!
The authors of the book "A Haunted History of Denver's Croke-Patterson Mansion take a deep dive into the history and haunting of the massive mansion in the heart of the Capitol Hill neighborhood. What entities wander its expansive 15,000 square foot halls, and what do they want?
A Colorado beer dynasty, the mysterious death of its founder, and the kidnapping and murder of his grandson who had taken his place at the head of the company. The Coors family's story of the American dream is peppered with tragedy.
