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Southern Mysteries Podcast

Southern Mysteries Podcast

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Unearthing the forgotten, the mysterious, and the legendary—one Southern story at a time. Hosted by Shannon Ballard, Southern Mysteries explores the rich and often untold history of the American South through a captivating mix of folklore, legends, unexplained mysteries, and true crime. Each episode uncovers a compelling tale from a Southern state, blending history with intrigue to reveal the fascinating stories that time left behind. While some episodes delve into chilling crimes, others spotlight legendary figures, ghostly lore, or baffling events.Sometimes the mystery is: why haven’t you heard the story?Copyright 2017 . All rights reserved. Biografías y Memorias Ciencias Sociales Crímenes Reales Mundial
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  • Episode 180 The Kidnapping of Barbara Jane Mackle

    Episode 180 The Kidnapping of Barbara Jane Mackle
    Dec 8 2025

    In December 1968, Barbara Jane Mackle was kidnapped from a motel room outside Atlanta, Georgia. The circumstances surrounding her abduction were so strange, investigators could barely make sense of them. The search for twenty year old Barbara Jane Mackle became a race against time that gripped her family and drew national attention.

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    Episode Sources

    • Miller, Gene. 83 Hours Till Dawn. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1971.
    • “FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives: Ruth Eisemann-Schier, 1969.” Federal Bureau of Investigation, Ten Most Wanted Program Archives.
    • “Kidnapped Heiress Rescued from Buried Box.” The Miami Herald, December 21, 1968.
    • “Barbara Mackle Found Alive.” The Atlanta Constitution, December 21, 1968.
    • “Agents Seize Suspect in Mackle Kidnapping.” The Miami Herald, December 21–23, 1968.
    • “Man Held in Heiress Kidnap Case.” The New York Times, December 22, 1968.
    • “Girl in Box Case.” Los Angeles Times, December 22, 1968.
    • “Suspect Caught in Marsh After Days on the Run.” Sun-Sentinel (Fort Lauderdale), December 1968.
    • “Woman on FBI List Seized in Oklahoma.” The Oklahoman, February 8, 1969.
    • United States v. Gary Steven Krist, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, 1969.
    • United States v. Ruth Eisemann-Schier, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, 1969.
    • FBI, Supplemental Case Report: Kidnapping of Barbara Jane Mackle, December 1968 (declassified portions).
    • Jordan, C.D. “Account of the Mackle Kidnapping Rescue.” Interview, FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin, 1970.
    • Associated Press. “Heiress Found Alive in Buried Box; Ransom Paid.” December 21, 1968.
    • United Press International. “Search Intensifies for Kidnappers After Ransom Drop Fails.” December 1968.
    • “Krist Granted Medical License Despite Record.” The Indianapolis News, July 23, 1985.
    • U.S. Department of Justice. “South Florida Man Sentenced in Cocaine Trafficking Case.” DOJ Press Release, 2006.
    • “Eisemann-Schier Paroled and Deported.” The Miami Herald, 1973.
    • Emory Wheel (Emory University). “Student Kidnapped from Decatur Motel.” December 18–22, 1968 coverage.
    • “The Mackle Kidnapping Revisited.” People Magazine (retrospective feature), 1998.
    • “Buried Alive: The 1968 Abduction of Barbara Mackle.” CNN.com, Crime Retrospective Series, 2003.
    • “83 Hours in the Earth.” CBS News Sunday Morning, archival retrospective segment.

    Episode Music

    Out of the Mines, courtesy of Ross Gentry, Asheville, North Carolina.
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  • Episode 179 The Mystery of Diamond Bessie

    Episode 179 The Mystery of Diamond Bessie
    Nov 24 2025

    In 1877, a young woman arrived in Jefferson, Texas, wearing diamonds and traveling with a man who claimed to be her husband. Days later, her body was found in the woods, and her name was unknown. She became known as Diamond Bessie, and her death led to one of the most sensational murder trials in Texas history. This episode of Southern Mysteries explores her life, the circumstances of her murder, the trials of Abe Rothschild, and the legacy of a woman the town refused to forget.

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    Episode Sources

    • Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) entry on "Diamond Bessie"
    • Handbook of Texas Online
    • Library of Congress Newspaper Archives
    • “East Texas in the 1800s: Jefferson and the Murder of Diamond Bessie,” Jefferson Historical Society
    • Oakwood Cemetery, Jefferson Texas burial records
    • University of North Texas Portal to Texas History
    • The Diamond Bessie Murder Trial – Jefferson Playhouse historical archives
    • “The Jefferson Murders” — archived article from The Dallas Morning News
    • East Texas Tales by Bob Bowman
    • Chronicling America – Historical newspaper records (Library of Congress)
    • Marshall, Texas Capitol Hotel registration archives (via local historical society)
    • “Diamond Bessie Reenactment Keeps History Alive” — Texas Highways
    • Ancestry records and obituaries (Watertown, NY) for Annie Stone / Bessie Moore
    • Archives of the Rothschild family business in Cincinnati (local historical collections)

    Episode Music

    Out of the Mines, courtesy of Ross Gentry, Asheville, North Carolina.
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  • Episode 178 Little Boy Lost - The Disappearance of Kenneth Beasley

    Episode 178 Little Boy Lost - The Disappearance of Kenneth Beasley
    Nov 10 2025
    In 1905, eight-year-old Kenneth Beasley, the son of North Carolina State Senator Samuel Beasley, walked out of his one-room schoolhouse in Poplar Branch, Currituck County—and vanished. What followed was one of the most haunting and controversial cases in North Carolina history. A bitter feud between two respected families, a trial built on circumstantial evidence, and a man’s death that left more questions than answers. Over a century later, the disappearance of the senator’s son remains unsolved. In this episode of Southern Mysteries, explore the loss, suspicion, and silence that still echo through the story of Kenneth Beasley—a mystery that has never let go of the Carolina coast. Join the Community on Patreon: Want more Southern Mysteries? You can hear the Southern Mysteries show archive of 60+ episodes along with Patron exclusive podcast, Audacious: Tales of American Crime and more when you become a patron of the show. You can immediately access exclusive content now at patreon.com/southernmysteries 🎧 Explore More Southern Mysteries Visit SouthernMysteries.com for more episodes and source lists. 📱 Follow on Social Media: Facebook: Southern Mysteries Podcast TikTok @southernmysteries Instagram: @southernmysteries Email: southernmysteriespodcast@gmail.com Episode Sources State v. Harrison, 146 N.C. 540 (1907) – Official North Carolina Supreme Court opinion detailing the 1907 conviction of Joshua T. Harrison for the kidnapping of Kenneth Beasley; includes procedural history, evidence summary, and court rulings.The News and Observer (Raleigh, N.C.), February 1905 – Original newspaper publication of the anonymous letter alleging a man seen with a crying boy in a buggy near Barco on the day Kenneth Beasley disappeared. The Elizabeth City Economist (Elizabeth City, N.C.), March 1907 – Contemporary reporting on the Pasquotank County trial of Joshua Harrison; includes witness testimony summaries and public reaction to the guilty verdict. The Norfolk Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, Va.), September 1907 – Coverage of Joshua Harrison’s suicide at the Gladstone Hotel following the Supreme Court’s decision; includes mention of the suicide note claiming innocence. The Richmond Times-Dispatch (Richmond, Va.), September 19, 1907 – Regional coverage of Harrison’s death and aftermath, quoting Senator Beasley’s reaction that Harrison “took his secret to the grave.”The Atlanta Georgian, September 1907 – Additional newspaper reporting on Harrison’s suicide, reprinting statements from North Carolina officials regarding the case outcome.Currituck County, North Carolina GenWeb Archives – Miscellaneous Newspaper Articles – Digitized transcriptions of early 20th-century reports on the Beasley case, including disappearance coverage, Harrison’s indictment, and excerpts from the Supreme Court opinion.Beach Glass Books – The Senator’s Son: The Shocking Disappearance of Kenneth Beasley, and the Trials of Joshua Harrison by Charles Oldham (2018) – Modern historical investigation into the case; draws from court records, newspaper archives, and local oral history.Most Notorious Podcast – Interview with Charles Oldham (December 7, 2023) – Discussion of the Beasley disappearance and Harrison’s trial; includes historical context on Currituck County politics and the culture of the early 1900s.Strange Company Blog – “Where is Kenneth Beasley?” (January 6, 2020) – Summary of the case using verified newspaper accounts; cites the News and Observer letter and the 1907 court proceedings.Find a Grave – Senator Samuel Mordecai Beasley (1863–1910) – Burial information and biographical details confirming Beasley’s death in Norfolk, Virginia.Find a Grave – Joshua Thomas Harrison (1839–1907) – Burial and genealogical data, confirming Harrison’s identity, family connections, and date of death.Currituck County Historical Society Records – Local archival notes and oral tradition references to the Beasley disappearance; confirm the location of Poplar Branch schoolhouse and family properties.North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources – State Archives, Raleigh – Holding references for Beasley and Harrison court and legislative documents, including the 1906–1907 Currituck Superior Court docket entries.U.S. Census Records, Currituck County (1900 & 1910) – Verification of Beasley and Harrison family members, occupations, and ages.Elmwood Cemetery Records (Norfolk, Virginia) – Burial registry confirming interment of Senator Samuel M. Beasley, 1910. Episode Music Out of the Mines, courtesy of Ross Gentry, Asheville, North Carolina.
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What a gem to find. A staff of one, Shannon Ballard, does an incredible job of researching, presenting, recording and producing this great podcast. She’s a wonderful storyteller!

A fun gem, and thank you Audible!

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If you are into history and crime this podcast brings it all together in a great storytelling set.
Shannon does an awesome job looking up the facts. Her storytelling is wonderful. I look forward to new episodes all the time.

Love this show!

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Great and to the point stories that are well researched. I love her voice as a podcaster. I wish I could give more stars!

Love this podcast

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Ms. Ballard tells the story with such eloquence. No drama, no giggles, no irrelevant jabber, no foul language here. Stories are told with class and respect. Well done.

Stories as they should be told

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It's pretty good despite her inserting her social justice warrior commentary. Her empathy for whatever down-trodden minority group really has been morphing into virtue signaling. Let the story work for itself. We all know what happened was bad. That is why you are telling it.

Good, despite....

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