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November 26, 2025179 Ringwood Mines
In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the dark history and chilling ghost stories surrounding New Jersey’s Ringwood Mine and Ringwood Manor. From centuries-old mining tragedies to lantern-lit apparitions wandering the woods, Ringwood remains one of the state’s most active paranormal locations.
History of Ringwood
Iron mining in Ringwood began in the 1740s and eventually reached nearly 2,000 feet underground. Dangerous working conditions and numerous accidents left a long history of tragedy. During the Revolutionary War, the mines were operated by Robert Erskine, Washington’s surveyor general—whose spirit is said to linger to this day.
Hauntings & Evidence
The Hand in the Water – Archaeologist Edward Lenik reported seeing a pale hand and arm rise from a flooded mine shaft on Hope Mountain before being pulled back beneath the surface.
The Knocking Ghost – Miners heard mysterious knocking sounds deep underground, always before an accident. Some believed it was a protective warning; others said a dead miner was calling for “company.”
Robert Erskine’s Lantern – After Erskine’s crypt deteriorated, locals claimed to see his apparition—and even his skeleton—walking between the grave and Ringwood Manor, carrying a glowing blue lantern.
Blue Lights in the Manor – Visitors have reported glowing blue figures, cold spots, disembodied voices, and footsteps inside the manor, believed by some to be Erskine or a later resident.
A Modern Encounter – A local historian working late in the manor witnessed a translucent figure by the window holding a faintly glowing lantern, vanishing moments later.
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Sources for this week’s episode
Spooky season: Ghost stories from the Ringwood mines
Visit the haunted Ringwood Manor in Ringwood State Park
Haunted Mine Histories: The Ghost of Robert Erskine • Edumine
GOSTS IN RINGWOOD MANOR – The New York Times
Ringwood Manor | Ringwood New Jersey | Real Haunted Place
RINGWOOD MINES/LANDFILL | Superfund Site Profile | Superfund Site Information | US EPA
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringwood_Mines_landfill_site
https://cumulis.epa.gov/supercpad/cursites/csitinfo.cfm?id=0200663
https://www.northjersey.com/picture-gallery/news/2025/09/11/photos-of-ringwood-peters-mines-site-through-the-years/86081876007
56 min
November 12, 2025 178 Sterling Hill Mine
Beneath the quiet town of Ogdensburg, New Jersey, lies the Sterling Hill Mine, a labyrinth of tunnels stretching deep into the earth—and, some say, into the afterlife. With more than 77 recorded deaths and countless stories of strange lights, disembodied voices, and shadowy figures, this mine has earned a chilling reputation as one of New Jersey’s most haunted places.
56 min
October 29, 2025 177 Marilyn Monroe
She was Hollywood’s brightest star — a woman whose beauty, talent, and tragedy defined an era. But for Marilyn Monroe, death didn’t end the performance.
Since that August night in 1962, her spirit has been seen all across Los Angeles — sitting quietly on a bench at the Santa Monica Pier, gliding past mirrors at the Roosevelt Hotel, or drifting like a soft pink mist above her grave at Westwood Cemetery.
Some say she’s searching for peace. Others think she simply loved the limelight too much to ever step away.
Either way, one thing’s certain — in Hollywood, Marilyn Monroe will always have top billing.
1 hr
October 22, 2025 176 John Lennon
Even after his tragic death outside the Dakota Apartments, many believe John Lennon’s spirit never left. In this episode, Ghostly explores sightings of Lennon’s ghost, Yoko Ono’s haunting encounters, and strange happenings in the recording studio. Is Lennon still sending messages of peace from beyond the grave—or are these echoes of a legend that refuses to fade?
1 hr 5 min
October 15, 2025 175 Joan Crawford
Hollywood glamour, scandal, and ghosts — this episode of Ghostly Podcast takes you inside the haunted legacy of screen legend Joan Crawford. From chilling childhood memories to walls that mysteriously burst into blue flame, her Brentwood mansion has terrified owners for decades. Was it Joan herself still holding onto fame beyond the grave, or something darker feeding off her energy? Pat and Rebecca debate one of Tinseltown’s eeriest hauntings — and even spin across the dance floor with a brief look at the Polish Disco Demon, a spirit said to come alive through rhythm and light.
1 hr
October 08, 2025 174 Lucille Ball
Was Lucille Ball’s comedic spark so strong that it refused to fade, even after death? In this episode, Ghostly explores the haunted legacy of America’s favorite redhead and the eerie reports that suggest Lucy never really left the stage.
54 min
September 10, 2025 173 Hotel Monte Vista - AZ
Standing tall in the heart of downtown Flagstaff, the Hotel Monte Vista has welcomed Hollywood stars, bank robbers, outlaws, and travelers for nearly a century. But many who checked in never left. From the infamous “Meat Man” of Room 220 to the two murdered women of Room 306, the Monte Vista is overflowing with tales of restless spirits. Guests have heard phantom knocks from a long-dead bellboy, seen a woman still rocking by her window decades after her death, and even been greeted by the ghost of a bleeding bank robber in the cocktail lounge.
1 hr 8 min
August 27, 2025 172 Ghost Town of Bodie in California
Bodie, California — once a booming Gold Rush town, now preserved in “arrested decay” — is often called one of the most haunted towns in the West. In this episode of Ghostly, we explore the chilling legends and ghostly evidence that linger among Bodie’s crumbling buildings and quiet cemetery.
Hear the stories of the infamous Bodie Curse, where stolen souvenirs bring years of bad luck until they’re returned; the haunted Cain House, where a ghostly maid comforts children but torments adults; the aroma of phantom Italian cooking at the Mendocini House; and the tragic tale of the Angel of Bodie, a little girl whose spirit still plays in the graveyard. We also uncover the violent deaths and eerie curses that marked Bodie’s final days as a settlement.
Is Bodie truly cursed and haunted, or is it simply a relic of the Gold Rush with larger-than-life stories? Listen and decide!
59 min
August 13, 2025 171 Fort Warren, Boston
Fort Warren’s massive stone walls have guarded Boston Harbor since the Civil War—but they may also hold Boston’s most famous ghost. Discover the legend of the Lady in Black, hear the ghost stories and haunted history of Georges Island, and decide if this Civil War fort is truly haunted. Vote now at ghostlypodcast.com/polls.
46 min
July 30, 2025 170 Kehoe House
In this episode of Ghostly, we are talking about the William Kehoe House, one of the most stunning locations in Savannah, GA. Built in 1892 by iron magnate William Kehoe, this grand home has seen decades of family life, tragedy, and even a stint as a funeral home. Today, it’s one of Savannah’s most luxurious bed and breakfasts… and one of its most paranormally active.
58 min