Strange Colorado

Melissa Hodges
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Strange Colorado

Unsettling and lesser known tales from the darker side of the Centennial State.

  1. 10/26/2023

    Ouija: Denver Origins

    Everyone has at least heard of Ouija boards at one point. Mysterious, fun, eerie, dangerous, fake... most people have a strong feeling one way or the other regarding this game you can find at your local Target. But what is it about this simple game that has us spooked? How did it get its name? How is it tied to Colorado's history? In this episode, we answer all of these questions WITHOUT having to contact "the other side."

    35 min
  2. Most Haunted: Central City Cemetery

    10/12/2023

    Most Haunted: Central City Cemetery

    Once dubbed "The Richest Square Mile on Earth," the small 19th-century mining town of Central City still boasts being the richest square mile. The riches have changed, however, from gold to ghosts.

    32 min

  3. 09/28/2023

    A Town Haunted by History: Trinidad, Colorado

    What is now essentially a stop to grab gas or a snack on your way into or out of the state along I-25, Trinidad Colorado is a dichotomy of wild west architecture, rural lifestyles, an edgy art scene, and an epicenter of counterculture in our state. What stories lay buried beneath it's streets and watch over the land from Simpson's rest? In this episode, we find out.

    56 min

  4. 09/15/2023

    The Bone Wars

    You've heard about the gold rush, but did you know that another type of rush brought fame and fortune to those men tough and smart enough to discover a different type of precious material in the dirt of our state? While silver and gold are great, the object of this frenzy was something even more unique... dinosaur bones. In this episode we learn how and why the Morrison formation was discovered and the reality TV-level drama that spurred it all on.

    32 min
  5. The Story of Elitch Gardens & Theatre

    08/31/2023

    The Story of Elitch Gardens & Theatre

    What do you think of when you hear the word “Elitch?” Elitch Gardens is part of the fabric of Colorado. It's a summer rite of passage. Standing too long in the line for a ride, the bland food, the nodding lifeguards in the waterpark, if you know--you know. But the story behind the REAL gardens and the woman who spent her life fighting to keep the gates open is an inspirational tale many of those who have lived here their whole lives in this state have never even heard, until now.

    36 min

  6. 04/06/2023

    The Sand Creek Massacre

    The darkest day in Colorado was also this state's dirtiest secret for many, many years. The atrocities and violence that were perpetrated against innocent men, women, and children were covered up to save face for many of our state's historic leaders. In this episode, we are going to take a long look at the dark side of humanity and uncover the truth behind the Massacre at Sand Creek.

    1h 15m

  7. 02/18/2023

    Deconstructing Conspiracies of the Denver International Airport with Jamie Hodges

    Theories abound when it comes to one of the largest airports in the nation, located right here in Denver. Secret Societies, aliens, the apocalypse, and giant toilets. What, is any of these conspiracies, is true? In this episode, we interview Jamie Hodges who has been working in the tunnels at DIA for years to find out what really lies beneath.

    38 min

  8. 02/03/2023

    Just Passing Through: Infamous Killers in Colorado

    Colorado is a destination for many travelers and transplants each year thanks to its abundance of natural beauty, but how many of them are hiding dark and dangerous secrets? This week, we cover some of the most infamous killers in American history that paid Colorado a visit.

    55 min
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Unsettling and lesser known tales from the darker side of the Centennial State.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Hodges
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Melissa Hodges
  • Show Website
    Strange Colorado

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