Southern Ghost Stories

While the Tennessee State Prison is best known as the place where Tom Hanks filmed The Green Mile, the old prison is believed to be one of the most haunted places in the Volunteer State. For 90 years the prison was home to some of the most vile murderers, rapists and other hardened criminals. In fact, James Earl Ray, the man who killed Dr. Martin Luther King spent time in the prison before it was shut down in 1992.

Join us as we take a deep dive into the history and hauntings of the old Tennessee State Prison. Also, don't forget to download the Nashville Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play Take your own ghost tour of Nashville at your own pace. Our new book Southern Ghost Stories: Ghosts of Gallatin goes in depth into the history of the town and the square and makes an excellent companion to the podcast.

Built in 1900, the old Bullitt County courthouse was ground zero for one of the most deadliest train crashes in the history of Kentucky in December 1917. Two trains full of people who had been out Christmas shopping collided approximately 40 feet from the building. While the injured were taken to nearby churches and hospitals the dead were brought to the courthouse.

Since the deadly crash 'The Lady in Lace' has been spotted inside the courthouse and people claim to see and hear strange things inside the building.

Join us as we take a deep dive into the courthouse and the deadly train wreck. Also don't forget to check out the Louisville Ghost Map app in iTunes and Google Play. Take your own ghost tour at your pace with you phone!

Anyone who goes to Savannah, Georgia is familiar with the Waving Girl statue on River Street. Honoring local woman Florence Martus, the statue was erected in 1971 and is considered to be the unofficial greeter to every ship that comes into the Port of Savannah.

Although Florence was a beloved and celebrated figure in the low country some say her spirit isn't happy as the statue has been moved in recent years. Some say at night the statue has been known to come alive and the young lady has been seen moving her arms back and forth signaling to ships in the night.

Join us as we take a closer look at all the paranormal activity surrounding the bronze statue on River Street! Also, don't forget to download the Savannah Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play. Take your own ghost tour of Savannah at your own pace.

In the heart of the Garden District you will find the Harris-Maginnis House, one of the most haunted houses in New Orleans. The old mansion has been converted into an inn and after numerous tragedies that have taken place in the home several spirits have allegedly stayed behind.
Join us as we take a deep dive into the history and hauntings of the Magnolia Mansion.

Also, don't forget to download the New Orleans Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play. Take your own ghost tour of New Orleans at your own pace.

In 1849 Samuel Parkman loaned Dr. John Webster some money after he fell on hard times. The loan would be the root of one the greatest murder mysteries of the mid-19th century that shook Boston to it's core.

Does Parkman still roam the halls of his townhouse across the street from Boston Common? Join us as we take a deep dive into Parkman murder and how it still affects his old residence today.

Also, don't forget to download the Boston Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play. Take your own ghost tour of Boston at your own pace.

Originally built on Bridget Bishop's apple orchard in Salem, Massachusetts, Lyceum Hall was one of the premier venues in New England in 1800s. With lectures and debates from notable authors and dignitaries people flocked to Lyceum Hall in the 19th century. Eventually the historic building was turned into a restaurant that burned to the ground in 1914. The structure was rebuilt and is home to one of the finest seafood restaurants in New England. However, the historic property is said to be extremely haunted.Join us as we take a deep dive into the history and hauntings of the old Lyceum Hall. Also, don't forget to download the Salem Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play Take your own ghost tour of Nashville at your own pace. Our new book Southern Ghost Stories: Ghosts of Gallatin goes in depth into the history of the town and the square and makes an excellent companion to the podcast.

In the 19th century the Nashville Stockyard was one of the largest livestock markets in the southeast due to it's proximity to the Cumberland River and accessibility to Memphis, Louisville and Cincinnati. However, in the 1950s the markets dried up and eventually the property was turned into a fancy steakhouse. Over the years strange things began happening at the restaurant and it became known as one of the most haunted places in Nashville. Join us as we take a deep dive into the history and hauntings of the old Nashville Stockyards. Also, don't forget to download the Nashville Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play Take your own ghost tour of Nashville at your own pace. Our new book Southern Ghost Stories: Ghosts of Gallatin goes in depth into the history of the town and the square and makes an excellent companion to the podcast.

Originally a silent movie theatre in the heart of Savannah Georgia, the Lucas Theatre opened in 1921 and was the first building in the Low Country to have air conditioning. However, as television became increasingly more popular the theatre saw a steep decline in attendance and had to shut down in 1976. The theatre is still around and is thought to be one of the most haunted places in Savannah.

Join us as we take a closer look at all the paranormal activity in the historic theatre! Also, don't forget to download the Savannah Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play. Take your own ghost tour of Savannah at your own pace.

On North Water Avenue, in Gallatin, Tennessee you will find one of the best Hamburger joints in the state. However, the building dates back to the 1870s and was originally a pharmacy where a local pharmacist treated (sometimes unsuccesfully) patients with different ailments such as cholera.

Today Swaney-Swifts serves most-watering burgers with a side of boo! The spirits of children are said to roam the building racing back and forth and playing tricks on employees.

Join us as we take a deep dive into the history and hauntings of Swaney-Swifts on the Gallatin square. Also, don't forget to download the Nashville Ghost Map in iTunes and Google Play Take your own ghost tour of Nashville at your own pace. Our new book Southern Ghost Stories: Ghosts of Gallatin goes in depth into the history of the town and the square and makes an excellent companion to the podcast.

Home of notable Kentucky politician Charles Anderson Wickliffe, the Wickland Mansion is one of the largest and nicest antebellum mansion in Bardstown, Kentucky. Known as the "Home of Three Governors" the Wickland Mansion is said to be one of the most haunted places in the Commonwealth.

Join us as we take a deep dive into the live of Wickliffe and his opulent haunted mansion.

Also don't forget to check out the Louisville Ghost Map app in iTunes and Google Play. Take your own ghost tour at your pace with you phone!