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Latest Episodes

159: The Vanishing of Judge Crater: New York’s Greatest Mystery
November 20, 2024

In this episode of Hometown History, we uncover the mysterious disappearance of Judge Joseph Force Crater, an event that captured the nation’s attention in 1930 and coined the phrase “to pull a Crater.” Judge Crater’s sudden vanishing after a dinner in Ne

158: How a Telegraph Cable Launched Tiffany & Co. to Fame
November 04, 2024

In this episode ofHometown History, we dive into the surprising story of how a monumental achievement in telecommunications catapulted Tiffany & Co. to fame. In 1858, Charles Tiffany seized on the success of the first transatlantic telegraph cable by

157: The Vanishing of Ambrose Bierce: A Literary Mystery
October 21, 2024

In this episode ofHometown History, we delve into one of the most fascinating literary mysteries of the 20th century: the disappearance of Ambrose Bierce. A celebrated writer, Civil War veteran, and the sharp wit behindThe Devils Dictionary, Bierce van

156: Beneath the Greenbrier: America’s Cold War Bunker Exposed
October 10, 2024

In this episode of Hometown History, Shane reveals the secret story of the Greenbrier Resort's hidden underground bunker, built during the Cold War to house Congress in case of a nuclear attack, and how the local town kept this massive secret for over 30

155: The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872
September 19, 2024

In this intriguing episode ofHometown History, we unravel the tale of one of Americas most audacious cons: The Great Diamond Hoax of 1872. What began as a whispered rumor of hidden diamonds in the vast American wilderness quickly escalated into a full-b

154: Secrets in Stone: The Mystery of Coral Castle
September 04, 2024

In this episode ofHometown History, we delve into the enigma of Coral Castle, a mysterious structure hidden in the sunny shores of Florida. Built single-handedly by Edward Leedskalnin, a man of modest stature, this architectural marvel is composed of mas

153: Crafting a Revolution: The Legacy of Paul Revere
August 19, 2024

In this episode ofHometown History, we journey into the life of Paul Revere, not just as the legendary rider who warned of the British invasion, but as the Founding Father of Propaganda. Through his craftsmanship and powerful engravings, Revere ignited t

152: The Mad Butcher of Kingsbury Run
August 14, 2024

In this chilling episode ofHometown History, we journey back to the fog-laden streets of 1930s Cleveland, where the shadow of the infamous Cleveland Torso Murderer loomed large over the city. From the grim discovery of the first victim on the shores of L

151: Beyond the Myths: The Real Secret Societies of America
August 08, 2024

Welcome back to Hometown History. In todays intriguing episode, we delve into the shadowy world of secret societies. Often shrouded in mystery and conspiracy, these organizations evoke images of clandestine meetings and sinister agendas. However, not all

150: Shadow of Pearl Harbor: The Internment of Japanese Americans
July 31, 2024

Welcome back to Hometown History. In this episode, we delve into one of America's most troubling chapters: the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, over 120,000 Japanese Americans were uprooted from t