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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Apr 10

Ayyy! Reward is my favorite.

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Apr 9

In the summer of 1936, a young woman named Helen Clevenger checked into Room 224 of Asheville's historic Battery Park Hotel-and never checked out. Her brutal murder sent shockwaves through the city and sparked a sensational investigation that ended with more questions than answers.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Apr 2

Legends whisper of mysterious sirens luring travelers to their doom along the French Broad River—but could there be more to these eerie tales? From ghostly apparitions to unexplained drownings, the river holds secrets that stretch back centuries.

www.GhostsInTheMountains.com

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 29

Thank you so much for the recommendations. Really looking forward to researching and exploring that direction in a culturally sensitive way.

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 26

The mystery deepens! In Part 2 of our Brown Mountain Lights series, we pick up where we left off diving into the history, research and theories of this unexplained phenomenon. We are also joined by astrophysicist Dr. Dan Caton to explore the lights from a scientific perspective.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 20

Yeah for sure. I want to approach everything with respect as I’m coming from a place of genuine interest and curiosity. I feel there is so much that can be learned about the supernatural or paranormal from Cherokee tradition and perspective.

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 20

The mound in Franklin is fascinating. We try to incorporate a lot of Cherokee history and legends into our deep dives on various topics and try to approach that perspective as respectfully as possible. Have you been to Judaculla Rock before?

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 20

I’d love to hear about some of your experiences in the area. Transylvania County definitely has a very unique energy to it. We both live in Asheville now. & yeah, Micah was in the first episode showing them around the Brown Mountain area.

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 20

Hey there, great to meet you! I actually grew up in Brevard (my dad is a retired Pisgah Forest Ranger). Also love the Newkirks!I’m a museum member & our other co-host (Caleb) is Micah Hanks’ brother. We just talked to Allen Greenfield in our new Brown Mountain Lights episode as well.
-Austin

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 19

Not far from Asheville, a mystery lingers over the mountains-strange glowing orbs flicker and dance along the ridges of Brown Mountain, defying scientific explanation. Theories range from ghostly spirits and extraterrestrial visitations to secret underground bases and interdimensional portals.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 18

Check out the cover of this vintage Ripley’s Believe It or Not! comic featuring the infamous Strangling Oak that we discussed in our last episode.

(Issue #80 - August 1978)

#GhostsInTheMountains #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #RipleysBelieveItOrNot #ParanormalPodcast #StranglingOak
#WelshLegend

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 12

This week, we’re diving into the chilling Celtic tale of The Strangling Oak of Nannau Estate—a historic Welsh legend tied to a family whose bloodline reaches all the way to Western North Carolina.

What about this tree has terrified generations? & how does this tale from Wales connect to Appalachia?

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 11

If you enjoyed our latest episode on the Reynolds Mansion, you’ll love Reynolds Mansion: An Invitation to the Past by Micah Hanks! This book is the perfect companion to our deep dive into the history and hauntings of this Southern antebellum home.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Mar 5

Step inside the enigmatic Reynolds Mansion, a Southern antebellum home with a past as rich as it is mysterious. This week, we’re joined by Micah Hanks, author of The Reynolds Mansion: An Invitation to the Past, to uncover the chilling history and eerie encounters tied to this historic home.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 26

In this week’s chilling episode, we dive into three terrifying lesser-known tales from the dark corners of Western North Carolina. From Yancey County to Rosman to Asheville, these eerie encounters remind us that evil has many faces - some lurking in the shadows, others staring right back at us.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 25

We found the Boojum at TireSquatch in Pisgah Forest! This incredible sculpture brings the legendary creature to life. Stop by and see Marcia & Virginie if you are into art, history, bigfoot, or the paranormal in general.

#Boojum #PisgahForest #Tiresquatch #AppalachianLegends #Bigfoot #Sasquatch

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 24

Thank you for the support! Hope that you enjoy the show

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 19

If only I knew this information before recording this episode!

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 19

This week on Ghosts In The Mountains, meet The Boojum—a mysterious, shaggy creature said to roam the Balsam Mountains, hoarding gems and peeking at unsuspecting hikers.

Is this a classic Sasquatch tale? Or something else entirely?

Listen now on wherever you get your podcasts!

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 18

Our (relatively) fearless leaders/hosts Austin Burgess (left) & Caleb Hanks (right) at the famous and (pretty dang) haunted Elaine’s Piano Bar at the historic Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC! This is one of our favorite places to relax and talk about the strange history of Western North Carolina.

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Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 12

This week on Ghosts In The Mountains, we’re exploring the dark past of the historic Smith-McDowell House and the fascinating history of EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomena).

What mysterious voices might be lurking in the shadows of this Asheville landmark?

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 11

If you haven’t yet, check out the design for our WNC Hurricane Helene Relief shirts. All proceeds from these shirts will go directly to support victims of Helene in Western North Carolina. Your purchase will help provide much-needed aid to those still impacted in the aftermath of the storm.

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 8

Episode #3 on Chimney Rock, NC is out now! A place known for breathtaking views, eerie legends, and strange encounters. Is there more than meets the eye in these misty mountains? Head over to Ghostsinthemountains.com or find us on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to find out.

#ParanormalPodcast

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 5

Check out our Helen’s Bridge themed Ghosts In The Mountains merch. This week’s episode is also live on all platforms, diving deep into the haunting legend of Helen’s Bridge.

Get your gear and catch the latest episode at GhostsInTheMountains.com

#HelensBridge #ParanormalPodcast

Ghosts In The Mountains @ghostsinthemtns.bsky.social · Feb 3

In the latest episode of Ghosts In The Mountains, we’re diving deep into the eerie legend of Helen’s Bridge—a haunting tale of love, loss, and lingering spirits.

Tune in to the rest of the episode at GhostsInTheMountains.com

#HelensBridge #CampfireTales #ParanormalPodcast #Haunted
#Asheville #WNC

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