Journey with Scary Savannah and Beyond to Georgia's historic and haunted Jekyll Island, once the exclusive Gilded Age retreat of America's wealthiest families—Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, J.P. Morgan, Pulitzer, and more. In this episode, we dive into the island's luxurious past, its role in birthing the Federal Reserve, the rise of modern golf, and its darker side: ghostly sightings at the Jekyll Island Club Resort, spectral bellhops, phantom cigar smoke, pacing presidents, eerie cottage hauntings, shadow figures in ancient cemeteries, and firsthand accounts of overwhelming dread from guests and staff. Blending history, mystery, and haunting lore, we uncover why Jekyll Island remains one of the most fascinating—and paranormally active—places on the Georgia coast. Whether you love true ghost stories, Southern history, or haunted travel, this episode brings the island's restless echoes to life.

Experience one of the South's most haunting true stories as Scary Savannah and Beyond dives into the tragic 1915 Con T. Kennedy Circus Train Wreck near Columbus, Georgia—a fiery collision that destroyed an entire traveling circus and sparked over a century of chilling ghost legends. Discover the history of the famed Kennedy Shows, the devastating crash that claimed performers, animals, and crew, and the eerie paranormal reports that followed: phantom train whistles, ghostly circus music, shadowy figures, and the heartbreaking spirit of a lost little girl. Blending true crime, Southern history, and paranormal mystery, this episode uncovers why the Con T. Kennedy wreck remains one of America's most terrifying and unforgettable circus disasters.

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Sources: Columbus State University Archives – Circus Train Wreck Photographs (SMC 124) Two contemporary photographs of the wreck site taken by John B. McCollum. Columbus State University Columbus State University Archives – Vertical Files on the Circus Train Wreck (1915) Archival vertical files with newspaper clippings, manuscripts, and other documentation. ArchivesSpace "12 Known Dead & Missing in Show Wreck" – Atlanta Georgian, Nov 24, 1915 Reports on death toll, missing persons, injuries, and Kennedy's statement. Georgia Historic Newspapers "Nearly Forty People Killed or Wounded …" – The Intelligencer (Anderson, S.C.), Nov 23, 1915 Coverage of the collision: number of missing / injured, and descriptions of the crash. Historic Newspapers HistoricColumbus.com — "From the Circus Train Wreck to the Man o' War" A detailed historical narrative of the accident, its aftermath, and community response. historiccolumbus Atlas Obscura — Circus Train Wreck Victims Memorial Description of the memorial in Riverdale Cemetery, with photos and historical context. Atlas Obscura Waymarking.com — Historic Riverdale Cemetery, Columbus, GA Information about the cemetery, including the circus‑tent shaped monument placed by Kennedy. Waymarking+1 ReadThePlaque.com — Historic Riverdale Cemetery Plaque Text of the plaque that mentions the Circus Train Wreck and the Kennedy Show memorial. Read the Plaque The Billboard Magazine, Nov 27, 1915 (Vol. 27, Issue 48) Trade‑magazine report of the crash, listing casualties and basic details. Wikimedia Commons

In this Scary Savannah and Beyond Halloween 2025 episode, Brett and Crystal take listeners from the haunted streets of Savannah up to Charleston, South Carolina, uncovering the chilling legend of Dr. Heinrich Ryngo—the so-called "Doctor to the Dead." Blending dark history, ghostly romance, and gothic horror, the hosts recount Ryngo's obsession with resurrecting his lost love, Angelique, through forbidden experiments that led to gruesome discoveries and his monstrous transformation. With humor, Southern charm, and eerie storytelling, they discuss Halloween costumes, America's favorite candies, and Charleston's haunted past before diving deep into Ryngo's twisted tale. Perfect for fans of true crime, paranormal legends, and Southern ghost stories, this episode is a haunting mix of mystery, history, and Halloween fun.

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https://www.forbes.com/sites/laneelee-1/2025/10/27/best-halloween-candy-2025-what-to-hand-out-and-what-to-skip/

In this hilarious yet jaw-dropping episode of Scary Savannah and Beyond, Brett and Crystal return from their new "secret" studio to deliver the latest chaos in the Tybee Island Police Blotter. From drunken "designated drivers" and golf cart DUIs to mysterious magnetic letter messages, porch pirates, and even a public urination arrest, the island's law enforcement saw it all this month. The duo adds their trademark Southern humor and witty commentary to each bizarre police report — including a fight over selfies, a stolen backpack full of "jewels," and a man crashing his e-bike into a trash can mid-DUI. Tune in for the weird, the wild, and the wonderfully ridiculous stories that prove truth really is stranger (and funnier) than fiction.

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In this episode of Scary Savannah and Beyond, Brett and Crystal return with a hilarious and chaotic edition of the Island Police Blotter, covering bizarre crimes and odd encounters from DUIs on golf carts to stolen wallets, missing flip-flops, sneaky shoplifters, and even handguns left behind in vacation rentals. Between the outrageous police reports, they weave in their own funny stories, sharp commentary, and plenty of banter about island life. From drunk drivers claiming "just one drink" to perfume clouds masking alcohol, and a hoodie that "escaped the scene of the crime," this installment is packed with small-town weirdness, true crime flavor, and laugh-out-loud comedy. Perfect for fans of paranormal podcasts, true crime with humor, and quirky Southern storytelling.

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Join Brett and Crystal on Scary Savannah and Beyond as they dive into the strangest cases from the Tybee Island Police Blotter in August 2025. From DUI arrests and wrong-way drivers to dine-and-dash disasters, forgotten firearms, feuding fishermen, bizarre bar bathroom incidents, and mysterious vandalism—this episode covers it all with humor, storytelling, and a dose of small-town chaos. If you love true crime, weird news, or southern oddities, you won't want to miss this hilarious recap of Tybee Island's latest police blotter. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe for more true crime, paranormal stories, and small-town mysteries every week!

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In this episode of Scary Savannah and Beyond, Brett and Crystal dive into the chilling legend of the Greenbrier Ghost, the only case in U.S. history where a ghost's testimony helped convict a murderer. Set in 1897 West Virginia, the story follows the tragic death of Elva Zona Heaster, whose spirit allegedly returned to reveal the truth about her husband's violent crime—ultimately leading to his conviction. Along the way, the hosts explore Appalachian folklore, eerie "haint" tales, graveyard dogs, restless spirits, and spine-tingling encounters that blur the line between superstition and reality. If you love paranormal history, true crime, and Appalachian ghost stories, this episode is a must-listen!

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Join Brett and Crystal on Scary Savannah and Beyond as they dive into the July 2025 Tybee Island Police Blotter, packed with wild small-town crime and comedy. From DUI arrests and mysterious marijuana "wafting" cases to suspicious teens with Hello Kitty bongs, bizarre nursing home threats, a man insisting his name is "Frog," and a restaurant regular asking both for meth and dates—this episode blends true crime, oddball antics, and hilarious commentary. If you love Tybee Island stories, true crime humor, and strange-but-true police reports, this is your ultimate summer episode!

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In this chilling episode of Scary Savannah and Beyond, Crystal and Brett uncover the haunting history of Atlanta's Ellis Hotel, site of the 1946 Winecoff Hotel fire—the deadliest hotel fire in U.S. history, claiming 119 lives. Once touted as "absolutely fireproof," the 15-story landmark became a death trap, sparking nationwide fire safety reforms. We explore the tragedy's unforgettable stories, from heroic rescues to Pulitzer Prize-winning photographs, and the lingering paranormal activity—phantom screams, vanishing figures, smoke alarms at 2:48 a.m., and ghostly faces in the windows. Join us as we blend true crime, history, and ghost lore in a gripping journey through one of Georgia's most infamous and haunted locations.

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Join Brett and Crystal for a wild ride through Tybee Island's June 2025 police blotter! From DUIs, hit-and-runs, and beachside mayhem to juveniles jumping off piers and a kitten left in a hot car, this episode is packed with true crime, bizarre behavior, and plenty of laughs. We break down local law enforcement activity, oddball arrests, and hilarious commentary—including a mysterious "wafting" trend and a bar brawl turned showdown. If you love small-town drama, dark humor, and southern chaos, you don't want to miss this!

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