9 episodes

A collection of interesting tales of mystery from those areas a bit off the beaten path. The stories will involve missing persons, ghosts, strange phenomena, & other mystifying stories.

The Historian's Miscellany Jason "Sid the Historian" Sidel

    • Fiction
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

A collection of interesting tales of mystery from those areas a bit off the beaten path. The stories will involve missing persons, ghosts, strange phenomena, & other mystifying stories.

    Episode 7 - Alien Encounter near Ashland, Nebraska

    Episode 7 - Alien Encounter near Ashland, Nebraska

    Policeman Herbert Schirmer has an alien encounter/abduction on December 3rd, 1967. He recounts his experience at UFO convention in Florida sometime later. SourcesJasorka, Michael. December 3rd, 1967. An Alien Encounter. Bombshell Comics. Police officer Herbert Schirmer talks about being taken onboard a UFO, Nebraska, December 3, 1967. YouTube. Accessed March 5, 2023. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-XpymjSBo0Schirmer, Herbert. “CD Audio Recording from a Flo...

    • 25 min
    Episode 6 - St. Charles Haunting

    Episode 6 - St. Charles Haunting

    In this episode, I explore a personal haunting by multiple spirits at my former home in St. Charles, Missouri. The entities in this one ranged from harmless children to a sinister presence. This is a short one, but hope you enjoy it. I really want to hear your feedback on your own personal hauntings. Leave us that info at one of the places below:Twitter - @sidthehistorianInstagram - The_historians_miscellanyFacebook - The Historian's MiscellanySupport the Show.Check ou...

    • 6 min
    Episode 5.5 - Update

    Episode 5.5 - Update

    It has been quite a few weeks since I have dropped an episode. We will let you know what to expect in the near future. Stay Curious!Support the Show.Check out our social media:Facebook: The Historian's Miscellany @ https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=the%20historian%27s%20miscellanyInstagram: The Historian's Miscellany @ https://www.instagram.com/the_historians_miscellany/Twitter: @SidtheHistorian

    • 2 min
    Episode 5 - The Lucky 15

    Episode 5 - The Lucky 15

    This episode heads to Beatrice, Nebraska in 1950. A church exploded at the planned time of choir practice. What happened to the 15 people that were supposed to be prepping for Sunday's service? We will tell their story. Thanks for listening. Reach out to us on Facebook (The Historian's Miscellany) or on Twitter (@sidthehistorian) to give us feedback on the shows or suggestions on things to investigate. I look forward to all your comments. Remember to Stay C...

    • 10 min
    Episode 4 - Della Sorensen

    Episode 4 - Della Sorensen

    Episode 4 is about a serial killer in Howard County, Nebraska. She lived only about 10 miles from where I grew up. Who would ever imagine that there was a serial killer in Dannebrog, Nebraska? We discuss the happenings and confession of serial killer, Della Sorensen. Little did I know when I started looking into this story, Della was related to your narrator. Stay Curious!Resources:Thanks to EpidemicSound.com for providing the music and sound effects.A string of ...

    • 13 min
    Episode 3 - Aliens In Rural Nebraska

    Episode 3 - Aliens In Rural Nebraska

    Episode 3 – Aliens in Rural NebraskaThis episode takes us to Dundy County, Nebraska in 1884 when they had a crazy alien sighting by a group of cowboys heading out for a local roundup. The details of the crash landing and multiple witnesses (including a couple who were severely hurt) were documented well. Resources:Thanks to EpidemicSound.com for providing the music and sound effects.A Celestial Visitor. A Startling and Curious Story from the Ranges of Dundy County. A Blazin...

    • 12 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

Carola from KJHS ,

Intriguing Tales

Sid the Historian tells the most interesting, well researched (and cited) stories!
I am a true crime buff so I’m anxious for the next drop the moment I finish listening to a story.
I love Sid’s voice too - it adds to the intrigue!

Lisa B in NE ,

Great stories from a great story teller!

Wow!! Interesting stories!! There are so many baffling & mysterious stories out there. I love learning about them and can't wait for the next episode!!

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