After a bit of a break, Taylor and Vin are back to share more spooky cities and delicious cocktails with you! And we're starting in the Big Easy! Here's the first part of our deep-dive into New Orleans, LA. And we're bringing a guest, Richmond author, Angie Judson, along for the ride. In this episode, Taylor gives us a little more history on Voodoo and it's place in New Orleans' culture. She also explains why Marie Laveau was more of a badass than any of us realized. Vin tells us how to make the classic New Orleans cocktail, the Sazerac. 

If you'd like to learn more about this week's guest, you can follow on Instagram at @Angiejudsonauthor or head to her website: https://www.angiejudsonauthor.ink/ 

In true L.A. style, we're bringing you a sequel! This is the second part of our exploration into the City of Angels, or maybe more accurately, the City of Ghosts! This week, we're enjoying a classic cocktail in a copper cup, the Moscow Mule. And Vin gives us a little more history into this vodka based drink. Meanwhile, Taylor takes us out to sea on a ship that is full of paranormal activity, The RMS Queen Mary. 

We're exploring the City of Angels this week: Los Angeles! But there's a lot more to LA than just the glitz and the glamour of Hollywood. In the first part of our exploration of this city, Taylor takes a look at the unsettling story of Elisa Lam, who died mysteriously at the Cecil Hotel (now Stay on Main) back in 2013. Meanwhile, Vin gets us in the spirit of LA with a drink named after a famous eatery, The Brown Derby. 

We're back from our holiday break and ready to talk about Vin's hometown, Charlottesville, Virginia! We talk an awful lot about Thomas Jefferson, and Taylor may or may not know how to pronounce the names of her haunted locations, Monticello and Michie Tavern. And Vin makes us our first tequila cocktail, The Cavalier! Plus, we discuss some strange audio we picked up in one of our previous episodes. 

It's the holiday season, and, here at Restless Spirits, we're celebrating with all the legends folks used to tell their children to keep them behaving all year round. We've got appearances from Krampus, Belsnickel, and other terrifying figures, like Gryla from Iceland and her Yule Lads. Of course, we also have an appearance from a woman who was just trying to keep her house clean until the Magi got in the way, La Befana! Plus, Vin gives us a drink worthy of the holidays,  Hot Buttered Rum. Happy Holidays from Restless Spirits!

This week, Taylor and Vin explore Fredericksburg, Virginia. As the hometown of George Washington and the site of a major Civil War battle, it's a city steeped in history, and your hosts learn a little something about the nation's first president along the way. It's also home to Taylor's alma mater, the University of Mary Washington, which has its own set of urban legends. Plus, Vin gives us a recipe straight from the 19th Century! So, join us as we take a closer look at Fredericksburg! 

Howdy, y'all. This week we're covering Music City: Nashville, TN. And some of those country music greats might still be hanging around Broadway. Taylor takes a closer look at the Ryman Auditorium and tells the tale of the Bell Witch. Meanwhile, Vin tells us how to make up a drink to satisfy any thirsty cowboy, the Tennessee Gold (a.k.a. The Gold Rush). So, grab your boots and cowboy hat, and join us as we explore the spookier side of Nashville. 

Savannah, Georgia, known for its Southern charm and hospitality, but also for its many, many ghosts. Seriously. A lot of ghosts. Taylor explores just two of its haunted buildings (and gives a rather spirited review of Ghost Adventures): The Moon River Brewing Company and The Mercer-Williams House. Meanwhile, Vin has whipped up his own drink creation that's perfect for sipping on a front porch. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the spooky tales of Savannah. 

What better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than with the Puritans! This week we're exploring Salem, Massachusetts. Taylor is, of course, talking to us about the Salem Witch Trials, breaking down what happened and what might have caused the panic throughout the town. She's also giving us a glimpse into the scariest haunted house she's covered so far: the Joshua Ward House. Meanwhile, Vin is getting into the spirit with a drink appropriately named The Salem Witch.