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Kentucky History & Haunts

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

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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Who was “Kentucky Frank”?

Scout. Showman. Snake wrangler. Shooting gallery owner. Wild West performer. Serial storyteller. And eventually, a 72-year-old man who made headlines for marrying a thirteen-year-old Kentucky girl.

In this episode of Kentu... more

This week, we’re heading back to April 1926, where Kentucky newspapers delivered an especially chaotic mix of adventure, crime, odd headlines, and unexpectedly wholesome trivia. First, we follow Louisville native Jonathan Duff Reed Jr., who beat out ... more

This week, we’re heading back to April 1926, where Kentucky newspapers delivered an especially chaotic mix of adventure, crime, odd headlines, and unexpectedly wholesome trivia. First, we follow Louisville native Jonathan Duff Reed Jr., who beat out ... more

In August 1925, fourteen-year-old Mary Vickery vanished from the coal camp of Coxton in Harlan County, Kentucky. Her father, miner E.C. Vickery, stopped going underground and began searching above it, combing hollows and writing desperate letters for... more

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 187 ratings
  • 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

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    AnzioB75
    United States5 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!

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  • Enjoyable!

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

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    United Statesa year ago
  • Fascinating Kentucky stories

    Great research with pleasing narration. Expertly done.

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    5
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    United States2 years ago
  • Kentuckian

    So happy you are back!!

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Many comment on local pride and nostalgic connection to Kentucky.
Audience appreciates mix of history and true-crime with Kentucky focus.
Listeners praise host's storytelling voice and pacing.
Fans value deep research and transparent sourcing.

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What is Kentucky History & Haunts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

History, true crime, and regional curiosities from Kentucky are explored through deeply researched storytelling that blends archival material, local lore, and vivid narration. Episodes frequently balance historical context with engaging crime narratives, myth-busting, and spotlighting underrepresented figures, making the show both educational and highly entertaining for listeners with an interest in the Bluegrass State. A standout trait is the host's clear emphasis on sourcing and presenting nuanced, multi-part narratives, often spanning multiple episodes to flesh out complex histories and lesser-known stories. This approach, combined with a strong sense of regional pride, makes it particularly appealing to fans of local history who enjoy t... more

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