Show-Me Spirits

👻 Show-Me Spirits – Episode: The Crescent Hotel: Healing Springs & Haunted Halls

Tonight on Show Me Spirits, Coy and Felicia head just across the Missouri border to explore one of the most infamous haunted locations in America — the legendary Crescent Hotel.

Perched high above the healing springs of Eureka Springs, the Crescent began as a luxury resort in 1886 before becoming the center of one of the darkest medical frauds in American history.

🥃 Spirit of the Episode

360 Huckleberry Vodka from Earth Friendly Distilling Company/McCormick Distilling Company in Weston, Missouri.

Huckleberry Midnight Fizz

Ingredients

2 oz huckleberry vodka

1 oz fresh lime juice

¾ oz simple syrup or honey syrup

3–4 oz club soda or lemon sparkling water

Ice

Optional: fresh blackberries, mint, or rosemary garnish

Instructions

Fill a rocks glass or copper mug with ice.

Add:

huckleberry vodka

lime juice

simple syrup

Stir well.

Top with club soda or sparkling lemonade.

Garnish with berries or a rosemary sprig.

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Love the ghost stories, history, and haunting pours we bring to life each episode? Help keep the spirits flowing by supporting Show-Me Spirits! Your donations go directly toward producing new episodes, researching legendary locations, and raising a glass to the supernatural side of history. Every contribution—big or small—helps us continue exploring the haunted heart of America, one story (and one spirit) at a time.

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🗂️ Sources for Tonight’s Episode:

https://crescent-hotel.com

https://www.americasmosthauntedhotel.com

https://www.ozarksfirst.com/daybreak-on-the-road/the-haunting-history-of-the-crescent-hotel/

https://www.ozarksalive.com/stories/crescenthoteleurekasprings

👻 Show-Me Spirits – Episode: Fearsome Critters: The Gumberoo of the Pacific Northwest

Deep in the fire-scarred forests of the Pacific Northwest, lumberjacks once whispered about a creature that couldn’t be killed. Bullets bounced off its skin. Blades were useless. And the only way to stop it was to set it on fire—at the risk of a violent explosion.

In this episode of Show-Me Spirits, we uncover the strange and fiery legend of the Gumberoo, one of America’s most bizarre fearsome critters. Born from logging camp folklore in the late 1800s, the Gumberoo was said to roam burned-out cedar forests, waiting in the ashes for its next victim.

Is it just a tall tale told to scare greenhorn loggers… or something far stranger?

🥃 Spirit of the Episode

Dark Matter

Logboat Brewing Co. – Columbia Missouri

Dark Matter is the perfect companion for this episode — a rich, dark ale with deep roasted notes, subtle sweetness, and a smoky edge that feels pulled straight from a forest campfire. Smooth, mysterious, and a little dangerous, it mirrors the legend of the Gumberoo itself: dark, resilient, and born from fire.

Pour a glass, settle in, and let the spirits speak.

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🗂️ Sources for Tonight’s Episode:

Fearsome Creatures of the Lumberwoods, With a Few Desert and Mountain Beasts by William T. Cox

Fearsome Critters by Henry Harrington Tryon (1939)

lib.lumberwoods.org

monster.fandom.com

1428elm.com

 longboatbrewing.com

🎙️ Show Me Spirits — Episode: The Bird Cage Theatre

Step back into the Wild West with this chilling episode of Show-Me Spirits, as we uncover the history and hauntings of Tombstone, Arizona’s infamous Bird Cage Theatre. Built in 1881 by William “Billy” and Lottie Hutchinson, the Bird Cage quickly shed its family-friendly image to become one of the rowdiest saloons, brothels, and gambling halls of its time—open 24/7 and notorious for its violence, vice, and an eight-year-long poker game that became legend. But the spirits of the Bird Cage never left. From the ghostly Lady in White gliding along the balcony, to echoes of laughter, gunfire, and a piano that plays itself—the theatre remains one of the most haunted places in the American West. Join us as we explore the dark history, restless souls, and lingering energy of the Bird Cage Theatre, where the show never truly ended.

🔮 Spirit of the Week: 

On this episode of Show-Me Spirits, we pour a glass of mystery with the 2022 Ozark Hellbender, a smooth and secretive red blend from the Ozark Mountain AVA. Just like the elusive creature it’s named for, this wine hides its blend beneath layers of intrigue—revealing notes of ripe red and black fruits with a pleasant toasty oak finish. A portion of every bottle sold supports hellbender conservation through the Saint Louis, MO. Zoo, making this the perfect pairing of good taste and a good cause.

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🎵 Music Now Streaming

A few of you asked about our original music — we’ve uploaded it to several streaming services. Just search “showmespirits” to find our spooky soundtracks and episode themes.

⭐ Help Us Grow

Love the show? Please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen — and hit that “follow” button on Spotify. It really does help us grow, and we appreciate it more than you know!

💀🍷 Support Show-Me Spirits

Love the ghost stories, history, and haunting pours we bring to life each episode? Help keep the spirits flowing by supporting Show-Me Spirits! Your donations go directly toward producing new episodes, researching legendary locations, and raising a glass to the supernatural side of history. Every contribution—big or small—helps us continue exploring the haunted heart of America, one story (and one spirit) at a time.

Donate here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/1f2fbabc-52b7-4496-bad2-76aaa69c6430/donations 

Thank you for supporting independent storytelling and the spirits that make Show-Me Spirits come alive!

🗂️ Sources for Tonight’s Episode:

stonehillwinery.com

Tombstonebirdcage.com

ghostcitytours.com

tombstonesilver.com

hmdb.org

thebirdcagetheatre.com

tombstonechamber.com

nps.gov/places/tombstone-historic-district.htm

🎙️ Show Me Spirits — Episode: The Wampus Cat

This week on Show Me Spirits, we dive into the dark forests of American folklore to explore the legend of the Wampus Cat — a fearsome and mystical creature rooted in Southern Appalachian and Cherokee traditions. Often described as a hybrid between a woman and a mountain lion, the Wampus Cat has haunted imaginations for generations with glowing eyes, a piercing scream, and a mysterious past.

🔮 Spirit of the Week: Ben Holladay 1856 Original

Our featured spirit this episode comes from the legendary Holladay Distillery in Weston, Missouri. Founded in 1856 and now operated by McCormick Distilling Company, Holladay has a rich history of crafting bold bourbon. We’re sipping on their Ben Holladay 1856 Original — aged 6 years, 100 proof, and Bottled-in-Bond. This smooth, complex bourbon is the perfect companion for tonight’s tale.

Learn more at: https://holladaybourbon.com/ben-holladay-bourbon/

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🗂️ Sources for Tonight’s Episode:

• appalachianhistory.net

• atlasobscura.com

• southernthing.com

• texascooppower.com – “Catch a Wampus Cat”

• americanfolklore.net – “The Wampus Cat”

In this episode, we will discuss Earnstine & Hazel’s the iconic haunted bar located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee. 

The spirit for this episode comes from 4 by 4 brewing company out of Springfield Missouri https://www.4by4brewingcompany.com/ and this episodes beer was O'Zapft Is!, a Bavarian expression that signifies the opening of the festival. At noon on the first day of Oktoberfest, the Mayor of Munich taps the first keg of beer at the Schottenhamel tent. In Munich it's a magical word meaning "it's time to party". A Marzen or Marzenbier is a lager that originated in Bavaria. This beer is rich in malt with a balance of clean, hop bitterness. 

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Sources for this episode below

https://www.thrillist.com/eat/memphis/earnestine-and-hazels-memphis-burger-dive-bar 

https://scoundrelsfieldguide.com/earnestine-and-hazels-memphis-dive-bar/ 

https://www.publicbooks.org/earnestine-hazels-in-memphis-a-place-known-for-its-dead/ 

https://www.earnestineandhazel.com/history 

https://www.vice.com/en/article/this-is-what-its-like-to-work-at-the-most-haunted-bar-in-america/ 

In this episode, we take a trip down some of the United States most haunted hiking trails.

A life with ghosts by Steve Gonsalves 

Alien Abduction: Travis Walton on Discovery + 

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Sources for this episode:

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/oregon/portland/haunted-hike-portland/ 

https://thatoregonlife.com/2021/10/haunted-trails-and-places-pacific-northwest/ 

https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/tripideas/haunts-hikes-10-haunted-trails-that-give-us-the-creeps-after-dark/ar-AA1hWreL 

https://www.visitportangeles.com/spruce-railroad-trail/ 

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/washington/lake-crescent-haunted-hike-wa/ 

https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/spruce-railroad 

https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/iron-goat-trail

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/washington/iron-goat-trail-haunted-hike-wa/ 

https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/us/washington/iron-goat-trail 

stlmag.com

roadtrippers.com

onlyinyourstate.com

alltrails.com

liveabout.com 

thegreatsmokies.com 

cityofwildwood.com 

In this episode, we delve into the dark and mysterious world of the Rougarou, the legendary werewolf of Louisiana. Join us as we uncover the origins, stories, and enduring significance of this fearsome creature.

Season of the Witch by Troy Taylor https://www.americanhauntingsbooks.com/product/season-of-the-witch/29?cs=true&cst=custom

The Devil’s Academy on Discovery + 

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Sources for this episode:

Https://peachtown.org/rougarou

https://Pelicanstateofmind.com

https://exemplore.com

https://whereyat.com

https://houmatoday.com

https://atlasobscura.com

https://blog.nwf.org

https://cryptidz.fandom.com

Special thanks to Jarred Pottz for providing the music for the podcast you can find more of his music on Soundcloud.

On this episode, we discuss the Ghost of Elvis Presley 

Haunted Graveyards of the Ozarks https://www.amazon.com/Haunted-Graveyards-Ozarks-America/dp/1609499840

American Werewolves from Small Town Monsters https://www.crackle.com/details/9484873b-7bd0-4df5-955c-33d2dc8a2f72/american-werewolves

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Sources for this episode:

Graceland.com

Biography.com

History.com

Thegurdian.com

Thethings.com 

https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1285146/Elvis-Presley-ghost-appearances-Elvis-cousin-Elvis-sightings

https://www.thethings.com/graceland-became-haunted-after-elvis-presley-passed-away/

https://outsider.com/entertainment/elvis-presley-graceland-is-iconic-memphis-home-haunted-kings-ghost/

https://www.ktnv.com/news/haunted-las-vegas-did-elvis-ever-really-leave-the-westgate

On this episode, we discuss the Ozark Howler 

THE DOGMAN TRIANGLE: WEREWOLVES IN THE LONE STAR STATE, DVD OR BLURAY https://www.smalltownmonsters.com/shop/the-dogman-triangle-werewolves-in-the-lone-star-state

AMERICAN HOTEL STORY: History, Hauntings, and Heartbreak in LA's Infamous Hotel Cecil https://www.richardestep.net/american-hotel-story/

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Sources for this episode:

ozarkhowler.info

ghostandmonsters.com

unlocktheozrks.com

ozarkhowler.net

coasttocoast.com

exploresouthernhistory.com

Discovery+ / Expedition X / Mysterious Creatures

Special thanks to Jarred Pottz for providing the music for the podcast you can find more of his music on Soundcloud.

On this episode, we discuss the urban legends and hauntings of the Riverdale Road in Colorado

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