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Join hosts Arica Frisbey, Mike Gallagher and Nick Lien as they cover some of Michigan's most notable historical events, urban legends and oddities.... more
FAQs about Thumbing Through the Archives:How many episodes does Thumbing Through the Archives have?The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.
December 27, 2024John Norman Collins - Part 3 of 8As this is the third part in our longest series to date, we recommend starting from the beginning if you're just joining us. With less than a month between the murders of 16-year-old Maralynn Skelton and 13-year-old Dawn Basom, police must account for a confusing timeline and a growing number of victims. How does "in loco parentis" tie into everything, and what did this mean for the surrounding colleges impacted by the Michigan Murders? It is advised that any listeners sensitive to descriptions of violence against women or graphic crime scenes skip this entry....more1h 23minPlay
December 27, 2024John Norman Collins - Part 2 of 8We’re back with our second part on our deep dive on the Michigan Murders. Last time we focused our attention on the murders of Mary Flezar in 1967 and Joan Schell in 1968. We'll be covering the death of a third victim by the name of Jane Mixer in March of 1969--a year that would see the killings of at least four other women. This episode has a content warning due to its subject matter. If you are sensitive to descriptions of graphic crime scenes or violence against women, we advise that you skip this one....more1h 23minPlay
December 27, 2024John Norman Collins - Part 1 of 8From 1967 to 1969, one person terrorized southeastern Michigan, leaving five (or potentially six) victims in their wake. Join us as we unravel the many details of one of the most infamous murder trials to have ever occurred in Michigan. The likes of which may have impacted California, as well. Due to the timespan and nature of these events, this is the first of eight episodes on the Michigan Murders....more1h 25minPlay
December 27, 2024Haunted Mansions of the ThumbA very early (or late) Happy Halloween! On this special episode, we’ll be exploring the haunted tales of two semi-famous Michigan sites: the Loop-Harrison Mansion and the Bruce Mansion. They’re so creepy, you just might want to visit them....more1h 25minPlay
December 27, 2024Charles Lord - Part 3 of 3As we near the end of our first three-parter, there are still several questions left remaining in this confusing case . . . and several loose ends that need tying up. Those questions (and more) to be answered as the police close in on the Lord brothers. Be sure to stay tuned for next week's episode, where we'll be moving on from Charles Lord and tackling an even more obscure topic....more1h 20minPlay
December 27, 2024Charles Lord - Part 2 of 3Last time we left off, the Lord brothers had fled from the scene of the crime, leading to a country-wide goose chase. With the police left searching for answers and the community still reeling from the events that had transpired, it seemed like the case was as good as unsolved. The brothers weren’t content staying out of the limelight for long, though....more1h 8minPlay
December 27, 2024Charles Lord - Part 1 of 3The Lord family arrived in Elk Township around 1899, almost three decades after the Thumb’s first towns had already been established. Well-liked, well-renowned, and well-known–all that would change after a grisly murder (and robbery) rocked the family to their core. What shocked everyone, however, was that the perpetrator may have also been part of the family....more1h 11minPlay
December 27, 2024History of SnoverCome discover the origins of Snover, a place often overlooked in Michigan’s history. With a population of 300 in 2020, this community might seem sleepy, but its story is certainly not a snoozer. What lies hidden beneath its surface? Stay tuned to find out more!...more1h 39minPlay
December 27, 2024The Morris Murders - Part 2 of 2Pinkertons, the Matteson brothers, and hidden crimes--oh my! We might be wrapping up our investigation into the Morris Murders, but there are still plenty of surprises left on this wild trail. Some residents even claim that the nearby graveyard remains haunted, particularly following the fire that burned down the farmhouse, but more on that later....more59minPlay
December 26, 2024The Morris Murders - Part 1 of 2One family above all others remains tangled up in Decatur's past. The Morrises were considered the village darlings, but that all came to an end in September of 1879. In one foul swoop, their lives were snuffed out and the murderer lost to the pages of history. With the sheer number of suspects involved, this case remains unsolved--even over a century later....more1h 15minPlay
FAQs about Thumbing Through the Archives:How many episodes does Thumbing Through the Archives have?The podcast currently has 41 episodes available.