Gather around, creepy crew, because this one stopped me dead in my tracks & then you voted and requested for more, and I love to deliver.

At Edington Priory Church in Wiltshire, England — a 14th-century medieval priory consecrated in 1361 — there is a stone coffin that exists in a permanent spiritual no-man’s-land. It doesn’t rest in the ground. It doesn’t rest inside the church. It sits mounted on the boundary wall, sealed, ornate, and shrouded in legends so dark they’ll make your skin crawl.

The Church has no records. Historians have no consensus. And whoever — or whatever — lies inside has been denied holy ground for centuries.

The why is where it gets really interesting.
We’re going to talk about it.

Get ready to explore one of America’s most haunted cities! We’re diving DEEP into Salem, Massachusetts—where history, tragedy, and the paranormal collide in the most spine-chilling ways possible.

In this episode, we’re taking you on a twisted tour through Salem’s most significant and sinister locations. We’ll uncover the real story behind Gallows Hill, where nineteen innocent people were executed during the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. But that’s just the beginning—we’re also exploring the some of the most Haunted Inn's for your stay and the eerie energy that blankets this entire town.

And we’ve got something EXTRA special for you—we’re joined by the amazing Mandy and Avery from the Thick Thighs, Creepy Vibes podcast! Together, we’re swapping stories, discussing the lingering hauntings that plague these historical landmarks, and getting into why Salem remains one of the most paranormally active places on Earth.

From spectral sightings near the execution site to unexplained phenomena at the Witch Trials Memorial, this episode is PACKED with creepy history, supernatural theories, and the kind of dark mysteries that will keep you up at night.

Whether you’re a history buff, a paranormal enthusiast, or just obsessed with all things spooky, this Salem deep-dive is not to be missed!

In 1863, blood seeped from under the door of 716 Dauphine Street in New Orleans’ French Quarter. What police found inside was one of the most brutal mass murders in American history—an entire household hacked to pieces, and a wealthy Turkish nobleman buried alive in his own courtyard.

This isn’t the LaLaurie mansion. This isn’t Marie Laveau. This is the true story of the Sultan’s Palace massacre—a case of international revenge, Ottoman assassins, and a crime so violent it still haunts New Orleans today.

We dive deep into the documented police reports, explore theories about stolen treasure and royal theft, and examine over 150 years of paranormal activity reported at this location. From phantom music and exotic incense to apparitions on the balcony, 716 Dauphine Street remains one of the French Quarter’s most actively haunted—and least known—locations.

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References & Resources

Historical Sources:

∙ New Orleans Police Department Records, 1863 (Louisiana State Archives)

∙ “The Times-Picayune” historical archives, 1863-1865

∙ “Historic New Orleans Collection” - French Quarter property records

∙ Federal occupation records, New Orleans Civil War period

Books:

∙ Haunted New Orleans: Southern Spirits, Garden District Ghosts, and Vampire Venues by Colin Dickey

∙ The Ghosts of New Orleans by Troy Taylor

∙ New Orleans Ghosts, Voodoo, and Vampires by Kalila Katherina Smith

Additional Research:

∙ French Quarter historical walking tour documentation

∙ Dauphine Street property deed transfers (New Orleans Notarial Archives)

∙ Ottoman Empire historical records regarding missing nobility (limited availability)

∙ Contemporary tenant accounts and paranormal investigation reports (various online sources, 1990s-present)

Note: Some specific details of the massacre vary between sources due to sensationalized reporting common in the 1860s. This episode prioritizes documented police records and corroborated accounts.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​