The Lesser Known Pod

Ashlee and Liz
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The Lesser Known Pod

You thought you knew these National Parks, but some of the most common areas you visit are riddled with lesser-known spots and stories within. On this podcast, we tell you anything from true crime events that happened to interesting facts about strange and unusual places around the world.

  1. Eerie Everglades: Haunted Mysteries of the Wetlands

    JAN 28

    Eerie Everglades: Haunted Mysteries of the Wetlands

    In this episode, we mark a significant milestone—our one-year anniversary! We're diving deep into some eerie stories that connect the skies to the swamps. First, we explore the haunting tale of Flight 401, where a small malfunction led to a devastating crash. Remarkably, the survivors defied the odds, and even more chilling, reports of ghostly sightings of the pilots have surfaced on other flights. We also take a dark turn into the history of Edgar Bloody Watson, one of the most notorious figures in Everglades lore. Known for his violent reputation, Watson’s plantation became a site of mysterious disappearances and grisly murders, leading the community to take matters into their own hands. Join us as we uncover the sinister history and the paranormal forces still lingering in the Everglades, blending true crime, history, and the supernatural in one haunting episode. Links: Haunted Everglades: The Ghostly Plane Mystery  Full Documentary https://www.boatingmag.com https://www.ranker.com https://www.findagrave.com John G. Fuller's "The Ghost Of Flight 401" (1976) Morbid Podcast NPShistory

    32 min
  2. Everglades AKA River of Grass

    JAN 19

    Everglades AKA River of Grass

    Welcome back to another episode! Today we're talking about Everglades National Park! One of the most down played U.S National Parks. We're going to be talking about how the park got its name, invasive species and how they got there, interesting facts about the park, and devastating plane crashes within the park. So buckle up and lets ride! Sources: Small plane crash: https://www.news4jax.com/news/2018/07/24/flight-school-closing-after-4-killed-in-everglades-crash/ Flight 401: https://www.faa.gov/lessons_learned/transport_airplane/accidents/N310EA https://www.thisdayinaviation.com/29-december-1972/ https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/tragedy-in-the-everglades-remembering-the-crash-of-eastern-airlines-flight-401-50-years-later/2937046/ Flight 592: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/community/miami-dade/article269950832.html#storylink=cpy Python invasion: https://www.history.com/news/burmese-python-invasion-florida-everglades Facts: https://www.nps.gov/ever/learn/news/parksignificance.htm https://dogwoodalliance.org/2023/10/did-you-know-7-facts-about-the-everglades-national-park/ https://www.campliveoakfl.com/7-interesting-facts-florida-everglades-kids/ https://morethanjustparks.com/11-surprising-everglades-national-park-facts-facts-trivia/ https://www.evergladesholidaypark.com/blog/everglades-surprising-facts/ https://www.evergladesholidaypark.com/blog/things-you-didnt-know-about-everglades/ https://www.thetravel.com/bizarre-things-about-the-everglade-swamp/ Parks Safety?: https://www.cocoweb.com/the-safest-and-most-dangerous-national-parks-in-the-united-states/?srsltid=AfmBOoo_-KfNp_35LV5A63zf8LdrvkLJ-9aU3FH1IdZpjrkdxQICaC_F Incident reports: https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/ever.htm https://spotcrime.com/FL/Everglades/missing-persons History/Folklore/Disappearances: https://crimereads.com/the-history-of-the-florida-everglades-is-a-history-of-crime-and-mystery/ https://www.ranker.com/list/creepy-everglades-stories/jacobybancroft https://listverse.com/2024/05/16/10-chilling-accounts-of-disappearances-in-everglades-national-park/

    47 min
  3. Desert Legends: Secrets of Saguaro National Park

    12/30/2024

    Desert Legends: Secrets of Saguaro National Park

    In this episode,  we explore the paranormal aspects of Saguaro National Park, discussing its legends, haunted hotels, and the spiritual significance of the Saguaro cacti to the Indigenous people. Some of the topics we discussed are: - John Dillinger's capture at Hotel Congress in Tucson. - Hotel Congress' ghost stories and haunted rooms. - The Tohono O'odham people and their deep spiritual connection to the Saguaro cacti. - Petroglyphs and the ancient Ho'akam people. - Reports of shadow figures in the Rincon Mountain District. - The Cactus Cat, not the best cryptid, but still pretty cute!Are you ready for a trip to Seguaro? Join the conversation: Have you ever had a creepy encounter in the wilderness—or anywhere else? We'd love to hear your story! Share it with us on Instagram or shoot us an email at thelesserknownpod@gmail.com.   Don’t forget to subscribe, AND If you’re enjoying the show, a quick rating or review really helps out!

    34 min
  4. Saguaro NP - 2 Parks In 1 And Double The Fun

    12/19/2024

    Saguaro NP - 2 Parks In 1 And Double The Fun

    In this episode, we’re going to be talking about Saguaro National Park. We'll explain how the park got its name, interesting things about the park, a mysterious missing persons case, a crazy/weird way to die, and a felonious plane crash. Thanks for tuning in and we hope you enjoy! Sources: Missing person: https://tucson.com/news/local/recreational-hiker-34-vanished-in-manning-camp-quest-in-1994/article_3d59d168-41ad-58bf-aedc-ab17dc2b09b3.html Fun Facts: https://www.vacationraces.com/2023/06/28/4-fun-facts-about-saguaro-national-park/ https://morethanjustparks.com/saguaro-national-park-facts/#:~:text=Perhaps%20the%20most%20surprising%20of,Tucson%20between%20the%20two%20sections. https://www.parkchasers.com/2019/10/15-surprising-things-we-learned-at-saguaro-national-park/ Incident reports: https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/sagu.htm News:  https://www.backpacker.com/news-and-events/news/rabid-fox-attacks-hikers-saguaro-national-park/

    29 min
  5. Mysteries of Kenai Fjords National Park

    12/10/2024

    Mysteries of Kenai Fjords National Park

    In this episode, we’re heading to one of the most stunning and mysterious places in Alaska—Kenai Fjords National Park. It’s a land of glaciers, rugged wilderness... and a few ghosts.   In this episode we discuss:   The Van Gilder Hotel: Ever wondered what it’s like to share a hotel with a ghost? Meet Fanny Guthrie Baum, the spectral resident of this historic spot, who’s said to make her presence known to guests. The Treacherous Mud Flats: These landscapes might look harmless, but they’ve claimed lives and left behind a spooky reputation. Could the spirits of those who were trapped still linger? The Ghost Forest: Imagine a forest frozen in time. This eerie reminder of the 1964 earthquake feels like stepping into another world—and it’s not just the trees that seem to be stuck there. Abandoned Cabins: There’s something unsettling about those old, empty cabins left behind by miners and trappers. Visitors say they can feel the energy of the past, and it’s not always friendly.   If you love stories where history and the paranormal collide, you’re going to love this one.   Join the conversation: Have you ever had a creepy encounter in the wilderness—or anywhere else? We'd love to hear your story! Share it with us on Instagram or shoot us an email at thelesserknownpod@gmail.com.   Don’t forget to subscribe, AND If you’re enjoying the show, a quick rating or review really helps out!     Links: https://puzzleboxhorror.com/encyclopedia-of-supernatural-horror/van-gilder-hotel/   https://www.hauntedrooms.com/alaska/haunted-places/haunted-hotels   https://www.nps.gov/anch/planyourvisit/avalanches-mudflats-and-bears-oh-my.htm   https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/83363890/adeana_kay-dickison   https://akfatal.net/Dickison.htm   https://www.independent.co.uk/news/illinois-man-mud-flat-alaska-death-b2344302.html   https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/kefj.htm

    30 min
  6. Kenai Fjords - A Pathway to the Cure

    12/01/2024

    Kenai Fjords - A Pathway to the Cure

    In this episode we explore the past and present of Kenai Fjords National Park. Once a pathway that aided in getting a cure across the state, now a beautiful park for all to see. Come listen with us as we go into interesting facts, cute creatures, and the story of two huskies who lead a challenging expedition. Sources: Oil spill and glacier incident: https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/kefj.htm https://npshistory.com/publications/kefj/exxon-valdez-20th-anniv.pdf Mile marker 0: https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/original-iditarod-trail-start-mile-0 Man dies from AlaskaPox: https://www.gpb.org/news/2024/02/14/man-died-alaskapox-last-month-heres-what-we-know-about-the-virus https://time.com/6694518/what-is-alaskapox Teen hiker dies from Cardic Arrest: https://www.homernews.com/news/boy-15-dies-after-going-into-cardiac-arrest-while-hiking-harding-icefield-trail/ https://www.kdll.org/tags/kenai-fjords-national-park Glacier monitoring: https://www.nps.gov/kefj/learn/nature/glaciermonitoring.htm Whale Boating accident: https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/kefj.htm General Information: https://www.nationalparked.com/kenai-fjords#:~:text=Five%20Random%20Facts%20About%20Kenai,particularly%20popular%20to%20look%20for. Unique Facts: https://morethanjustparks.com/kenai-fjords-national-park-facts/ Puffin Facts: https://mainecoastislands.org/puffin-facts/ Funny Tweets: https://cheezburger.com/22959621/23-tweets-from-our-witty-wildlife-experts-at-the-national-park-service-for-a-midday-mood-boost

    43 min
  7. Haunted Badlands

    11/15/2024

    Haunted Badlands

    In this episode, things get spooky with the paranormal side of Badlands National Park. We get into the history, from the brutal conditions Native American tribes and settlers faced, which apparently stirred up some ghostly legends. Then, we talk all about the haunted spots, like Cedar Pass Lodge, and dive into the infamous Banshee of the Badlands—a spirit with a mix of reputations, sometimes seen as a fierce protector, other times as a lost soul searching for her family. We’ll cover stories of eerie encounters, from sightings of the mysterious Woman in White to the stoic Lone Sentinel, who people swear they’ve seen guarding the landscape. And of course, we’ll share some tips on how to plan a visit to the Badlands if you’re curious about exploring the haunted and beautiful mysteries of the park for yourself.   https://www.cedarpasslodge.com/plan/history-of-badlands-national-park/   https://moonmausoleum.com/the-legend-of-the-badlands-banshee-haunting-the-prairie/   https://www.nps.gov/podcasts/tales-from-the-badlands.htm     https://trailofhighways.com/the-mystery-myths-of-the-badlands/   https://npshistory.com/morningreport/incidents/badl.htm   https://www.wall-badlands.com/news/article/whispers-in-the-wilderness-the-story-of-the-badlands-banshee-743/   https://www.southdakotamagazine.com/a-spirited-place   https://www.paranormalcatalog.net/ghosts/the-banshee-of-the-badlands   https://outdoorgearweb.com/campfire-tale-7-the-tale-of-the-banshee-of-the-badlands/

    37 min
  8. Badlands NP - Fossils Uncovered

    11/08/2024

    Badlands NP - Fossils Uncovered

    Sources: Facts: https://softschools.com/facts/national_parks/badlands_national_park_facts/2861/ https://www.travelsouthdakota.com/trip-ideas/story/14-surprising-facts-about-south-dakotas-black-hills-and-badlands https://parkjunkie.com/parks/badlands/facts/ https://outdoors.com/things-you-didnt-know-badlands-national-park/ Stronghold District: https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/aerial-gunnery-range.htm https://www.nationalparked.com/badlands https://www.thegreatestroadtrip.com/badlands-national-park The Ghost Dance: https://parkjunkie.com/parks/badlands/facts/ Buffalo War: https://www.pbs.org/buffalowar/buffalo.html Pig Dig: https://npshistory.com/publications/badl/brochures/pig-dig.pdf Sue: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Sue https://npshistory.com/publications/badl/index.htm https://morethanjustparks.com/badlands-national-park-facts/

    55 min
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You thought you knew these National Parks, but some of the most common areas you visit are riddled with lesser-known spots and stories within. On this podcast, we tell you anything from true crime events that happened to interesting facts about strange and unusual places around the world.

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  • Creator
    Ashlee and Liz
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Ashlee and Liz
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