Have you ever wondered what events led to the state of Minnesota's decision to abolish the death penalty? Or perhaps you're curious about the spirits that still linger to this day after their untimely death by execution. Well, the answers are a lot closer to home than you may realize. A statue at the entrance of the building in today's episode is said to bring good luck if you rub its toe. You might wanna do that before you listen to today's episode...there's a lot going on here.

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We're back! Happy new year to all of you. We hope it was filled with fun, friends, family, and FRIGHTS! Dan is officially in Spain, and apparently so are the ghosts. Today we talk about a Spanish national museum that has a long and rich history...of hauntings. Is it true that three nuns are buried beneath the entrance to the building? Listen to find out!

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The holidays are a joyous time of year filled with family, food, and good feelings...or are they? If you thought getting coal in your stocking was bad, just imagine what the naughty kids in these winter legends have to deal with. Today we discuss holiday folklore from around the world. And let's just say it gets quite dark. So I hope you behaved this year, or else you might get an unwelcome visit from one of these shady characters. You've been warned!

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Put on your flannel and get ready to chop some wood, because today we're taking you to a remote Minnesota town by the name of Bena. Here you'll find an iconic resort and general store with a cute name. What's not so cute, though? This area used to be home to a prisoner of war encampment, so you know there are some haunts to be had. We also watch to some paranormal recordings that honestly shook us to the core. HOW DID THAT BOTTLE FLY LIKE THAT?! Give it a listen and send us your thoughts.

If you'd like to watch the videos that we discuss in todays episode, you can find them and further reading material on the following page: http://www.paranormalfiles.org/index.php/evidence/bena/

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We must be dehydrated... Because yes, we're talking about another body of water. Yes, this lake does actually go by the moniker 'Haunted Lake'. And believe you me, it definitely lives up to its name. We'd recommend not camping on the shores of this place.

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Today we pick up where we left of last week, just a quick 10 mile jaunt north to Red Wing Minnesota. Who knew that the home town of a famed boot brand could also hold such paranormal surprises. Sinking ships and...a hotel morgue? You'll just have to tune in to find out.

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Cryptid, who? We never knew her. Today we learn some new vocabulary and discuss our past education...which seems questionable at times with some of the things that come out of our mouths. Listen and get learnt with us! We might even discover some fun creatures along the way.

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Today, The Grim Cities is taking its first field trip out of Minnesota. As the weather here begins to plunge into the depths of despair that is a Minnesota winter, we daydream about a warm secluded island in the heart of the Venetian Lagoon. But is this place really the paradise we are hoping for? Put on your swimsuit and find out with us.

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Think St. Paul is the boring twin city? ...THINK AGAIN! Grab a drink because, unlike today's story, we're no longer suffering through the times of prohibition. Corruption and ghosts and kidnappings, oh my! This one's a doozy.

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In today's episode we go back to school! College debauchery, haunted walkways, and getting mysteriously locked out of your dorm room? Yeah, it's all in there. Join us as we reminisce about our alma mater, the University of Minnesota - Twin Cites.

We also touch on some heavy topics in this episode. If you or anyone you know is struggling, resources are available 24/7. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255.

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