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Kentucky History & Haunts

Jessie Bartholomew
Kentucky
Louisville
Belle Gunness
Prohibition
Mammoth Cave
Tuberculosis
Albert Bacon Fall
FDA
Louisville, United States
Floyd Collins
Teapot Dome Scandal
Charles Young
Rainey Bethea
Civil War
Lucy Hicks Anderson
Indiana
Passenger Pigeon
Eddyville Prison
Food and Drug Regulations
Cincinnati, United States

History, true crime & bizarre happenings in the bluegrass state. Kentucky is a treasure trove of unique people, events, and places dating as far back as the mastodon! You don't have to be from Kentucky to appreciate these stories. Subscribe today and share with a friend. Please email topic suggestions to kyhistoryhaunts@gmail.com. Visit the website to browse our merch at kyhistoryhaunts.com. And p... more

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In Part Two, John Reinhardt Pflanz Jr. finally sees his longtime campaign for a modern Louisville jail become a reality—but the new building brings plenty of new problems.

After the jail opens in 1905, Pflanz contends with smuggling, faulty heating,... more

After briefly encountering Jailer John Reinhardt Pflanz Jr. in our episodes about Rainey Bethea, I went looking for a little more information—and wound up with a 10,000-word story.

Born to German immigrants in Louisville’s Portland neighborhood, Pfl... more

In Part One, we followed Rainey Bethea’s story through the murder of Lischia Rarick Edwards, his arrest, conflicting confessions and remarkably swift trial. After a proceeding lasting only a few hours, a jury deliberated for less than five minutes be... more

Rainey Bethea is remembered as the last person publicly executed in Kentucky—and, depending on the source, the last person publicly executed in the United States. But his story did not begin at the gallows, and the familiar version of what happened i... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: 163. A Century Ago in Kentucky- March 1926 | Part 2

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Decker
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Jessie Bartholomew
Host of Kentucky History & Haunts, main narrative voice

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 190 ratings
  • Kentucky Gal Approved

    As a central Kentucky native and frequent visitor to the Mammoth Cave National Parks... I LOVE this podcast and learning about our amazing state.

    Audible
    5
    AK
    United States3 months ago
  • You are a storyteller

    Jessie B you have a voice I want to listen to,& your stories are engaging

    I look forward to your podcast. Lots of podcasts that I try out have great & interesting topics(paranormal) but their voices are terrible, ramble too much & don’t address it

    I get frustrated.

    Your a breathe of fresh air

    & you get right to it

    I have wonderful memories of grade school going to our local library for story telling.

    Thank you Jessie

    Marie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnzioB75
    United States8 months ago
  • Wide Range of Kentucky History

    Been really enjoying learning so much unique stories of those who have lived and shaped the state! Thank you. I love that you are a realtor, like myself, and pursue knowledge of the people who resided in and stewarded the places we enjoy today!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ecojubilee
    United Statesa year ago
  • Enjoyable!

    This podcast is well done. Pleasing narrator and good stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    IProtestNicknames
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  • Fascinating Kentucky stories

    Great research with pleasing narration. Expertly done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twainharte
    United States2 years ago

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Shows thorough research and well-paced storytelling about Kentucky history.
A narrator with a compelling voice and engaging delivery that keeps listeners hooked.
Listeners appreciate the mix of crime, history, and local lore with credible sourcing.
Fans value the host's clear passion for Kentucky history and accessibility of complex topics.

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A history- and culture-forward show that blends deep-dive archival storytelling with true crime and quirky Kentucky lore. Episodes center on historical figures, notable crimes, public events, and regional curiosities, often told with narrative flair, archival quotes, and generous sourcing. The host(s) spark interest through multi-episode arcs and vivid anecdotes, making complex local history approachable and entertaining for both serious history buffs and casual listeners who enjoy pulse-pounding storytelling connected to the Bluegrass State. A standout trait is consistently thorough research paired with strong narration and clear calls for audience engagement and cross-promotion with related media and local history topics.

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Kentucky History & Haunts launched 6 years ago and published 173 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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