Episodes

  • Ep 309 - The Handcart Pioneer tragedyI

    Ep 309 - The Handcart Pioneer tragedyI
    May 5 2025
    n 1856, nearly 1000 Mormons recently immigrated from Europe set out for Salt Lake City to join the growing congregation there. Ohionative Levi Savage warned them it was too late in the year to travel through the snow-covered mountain passage - especially since the pioneers were walking the distance, pulling handcarts behind them. When church elders pressed forward, Levi agreed to go and help them, even knowing tragedy awaited.www.ohiomysteries.comfeedback@ohiomysteries.comwww.patreon.com/ohiomysterieswww.twitter.com/mysteriesohiowww.facebook.com/ohiomysteriesAdditional music:New Horizon - Aderin; Audionautix- The Great Unknown; The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • OM Backroads Ep:75. The Mysterious, Magnificent, Marvelous, Memorable Moonville Tunnel!

    OM Backroads Ep:75. The Mysterious, Magnificent, Marvelous, Memorable Moonville Tunnel!
    May 1 2025
    In this episode we explore the history and legends of the Moonville Tunnel in Vinton County, Ohio. We learn about the history of the town, how the tunnel was built, and the many notorious legends that surround this iconic tunnel. Today many people check this place out for themselves. It's a fantastic place to visit and an easy hike. If you are more interested, author Jannette Quackenbush has written many books about Moonville as well as offers tours, usually free of charge. Please check out her website to learn more or to book a trip. https://21crows.com Much research came from Rich Dahn, who is the historian for the Moonville Rails to Trails project and shares a lot of Moonville's history here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dxLDwaghLw Check out Ohio Mysteries Backwoods Facebook page!: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=page_user_activity&ref=notif⁠ Please check other podcast episodes like this at: ⁠https://www.ohiomysteries.com/⁠ Dan hosts a Youtube Channel called: Ohio History and Haunts where he explores historical and dark places around Ohio: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5x1eJjHhfyV8fomkaVzsA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Unresolved Ep. 22: Taylor Robinson

    Unresolved Ep. 22: Taylor Robinson
    Apr 24 2025
    On May 3, 2013, 19-year-old Taylor Robinson disappeared from an Akron home while working an overnight shift as a home health aide. Four months later, her remains were discovered by hikers in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Special Announcement and Rewind Unresolved Episode 4 Leslie Anne Barker

    Special Announcement and Rewind Unresolved Episode 4 Leslie Anne Barker
    Apr 21 2025
    An Ohio Mysteries/Akron Beacon Journal crossover In 1978, Akron school teacher Leslie Ann Barker attended a matchmaking event at the popular Reds discotheque in Akron, Ohio. But three hours after leaving the bar, she was found in her burning car, a few blocks from home. Ohio Mysteries: http://www.ohiomysteries.com Akron Beacon Journal: http://www.beaconjournal.com Jaun Sanchez- luzdeluna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • OM Backroads Ep:74. The Ageless Satchel Paige

    OM Backroads Ep:74. The Ageless Satchel Paige
    Apr 17 2025
    Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. Step into the windup and journey through the incredible life of Satchel Paige, a towering figure in baseball history whose story goes far beyond the mound. From the dusty diamonds of the Negro Leagues to the bright lights of Major League Baseball, Paige's blazing fastball and razor-sharp wit carved a path through segregation, skepticism, and the sands of time. Join us as we dive deep into the legend, legacy, and lasting impact of a man who defied the odds—and Father Time—to become one of the most iconic athletes of the 20th century. Whether you're a baseball buff or just love a good story of grit, humor, and greatness—this one’s for you. Check out Ohio Mysteries Backwoods Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=page_user_activity&ref=notif Please check other podcast episodes like this at: https://www.ohiomysteries.com/ Dan hosts a Youtube Channel called: Ohio History and Haunts where he explores historical and dark places around Ohio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5x1eJjHhfyV8fomkaVzsA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Ep 308 - The death of Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman

    Ep 308 - The death of Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman
    Apr 14 2025
    The rule that bans spitballs and requires major league umpires to throw out dirty balls was paid for in blood. In 1920, Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman was beaned in the head by a dirty ball. To this day, he remains the only major league player to ever die as a direct result of gameplay. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Additional music: New Horizon - Aderin; Audionautix- The Great Unknown; The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • OM Backroads Ep:73. The Wild Saga of Big, Bad, Bold Blinky Morgan

    OM Backroads Ep:73. The Wild Saga of Big, Bad, Bold Blinky Morgan
    Apr 10 2025
    Hello and welcome to another episode of Ohio Mysteries Backroads. In tonight's episode we explore the wild life and times of one of Ohio's most notorious outlaws, Charles "Blinky" Morgan. While a lot of Blinky's life would be shrouded in mystery, it was very clear that he was very good at fighting, stealing and lying! Learn all about his life of crime which would ultimately to lead a date with the hangman's noose. Check out Ohio Mysteries Backwoods Facebook page!: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558042082494¬if_id=1717202186351620¬if_t=page_user_activity&ref=notif Please check other podcast episodes like this at: https://www.ohiomysteries.com/ Dan hosts a Youtube Channel called: Ohio History and Haunts where he explores historical and dark places around Ohio: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5x1eJjHhfyV8fomkaVzsA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • Ep 307 - Zanesville's missing: Barbara Frame and Helen Robinson

    Ep 307 - Zanesville's missing: Barbara Frame and Helen Robinson
    Apr 7 2025
    In the early 1980s, two women vanished from their homes in the Muskingum County seat of Zanesville. Barbara Frame was a mother of three and recently divorced from an abusive husband who vanished after leaving her house to run errands in 1984. Helen Robinson, a CB enthusiast, disappeared with no explanation, her car found at a Columbus airport two years later. www.ohiomysteries.com feedback@ohiomysteries.com www.patreon.com/ohiomysteries www.twitter.com/mysteriesohio www.facebook.com/ohiomysteries Additional music: New Horizon - Aderin; Audionautix- The Great Unknown; The Great Phospher- Daniel Birch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins