Halloween Countdown 2018, Day 22

[eldritchhobbit]

(Art by RJDaae.)

In the past I have recommended the podcast Astonishing Legends, but it’s worth repeating. This year, hosts Scott and Forrest have truly outdone themselves.

Scott and Forrest pursue their mission to take a look at legendary strange and unusual events from throughout history and interview people who’ve had close encounters with the unexplained. They strive to bring you everything that’s entertaining about those stories and remind you that it’s okay to laugh at scary stories and, respectfully, even the people that tell them. “Put your headphones on, settle in for your commute and get ready to experience a show like nothing you’ve ever heard before.”

Even in a year of outstanding episodes, the multi-part series devoted to Chicago’s urban legend of the phantom hitchhiker “Resurrection Mary” stands out as a highlight. Here are the episodes: Part One (Episode 102), Part Two (Episode 103), Part Three (Episode 104), and Part Four (Episode 105).

To set the stage, have a listen as Ian Hunter sings “Resurrection Mary.”

"Ian Hunter Resurrection Mary" (Watch on YouTube)

Comments

[acciochocolate]

The Phantom Hitchhiker is scary but sad, too.

[eldritchhobbit]

I agree 100%!

[lizziebelle]

I started listening to AL the last time you recommended it, and it's one of my very favorites. I love how they dive deep, go off on tangents, and cover so many interesting topics. The guys have a great relationship, and they make it fun even when it's scary.

There's a really great AL group on Facebook. I've never seen any trolling or arguing there; it's an awesome group of people.

I ordered one of the hoodies, and I love it! I'm waiting for someone to comment on it when I wear it out, but nothing so far. :)

[eldritchhobbit]

I love this! I’m so glad to hear the FB group is so wonderful and congenial. I guess it’s not surprising, given how good-natured Scott and Forrest are. I’m with you: I like their tangents and jokes and back-and-forth with each other almost as much as all of the research and insights they share on the different topics. I particularly respect that they can disagree - and even evolve in their own thinking and admit when their perspectives change. Great stuff.

I’ve been really tempted by the hoodie. Now thanks to your recommendation I’m going to have to get it! 😁