Episodios

  • Mimosas & Mayhem at the Stanley Hotel

    Mimosas & Mayhem at the Stanley Hotel
    May 23 2025
    Summertime is upon us! We’ve penciled in some time to sip rosé and soak up the sunshine so we’ll be sprinkling in some periodic breaks from our own content creations. Of course, we’d never leave you high and dry. This week, our friends Shea & Jody of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast are taking us down a previously Patreon-Only rabbit hole of haunted history and horror movies!

    In this bonus episode, Shea recounts her own spine-tingling visit to the legendary Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado—the very place that inspired Stephen King's The Shining. From the hotel's origins in the early 1900s to its brush with horror fame in the 1970s, you'll hear all about its ghostly reputation and eerie vibes. But things get even wilder when Shea and Jody, fueled by Mad Dog Mimosas, dive into their favorite horror flicks. As the champagne flows, so do the laughs—and Shea's voice gets a little, uh, spirited too! This one's a fun, fizzy ride through history and horror.

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    48 m
  • Operation Beaver Drop: Idaho's 1948 Aerial Wildlife Relocation

    Operation Beaver Drop: Idaho's 1948 Aerial Wildlife Relocation
    May 20 2025
    Summertime is upon us! We’ve penciled in some time to sip rosé and soak up the sunshine so we’ll be sprinkling in some periodic breaks from our own content creations. Of course, we’d never leave you high and dry. This week, our friends Shea & Jody of the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes podcast share the story of one of the weirdest—and most unbelievable—government projects in Pacific Northwest history. In 1948, Idaho launched one of the strangest wildlife relocation efforts in U.S. history—dropping live beavers out of airplanes into the remote wilderness. Sounds like folklore, but it’s true.

    Join their exploration of this bizarre historical event in depth: who greenlit it, how they pulled it off, and what happened to the beavers who took the plunge. The story combines government problem-solving at its most eccentric, animal relocation tactics of the 20th century, and the lasting legacy of this truly wild conservation effort. Whether you’re a fan of weird history, bizarre and yet somehow true stories from the wild, or simply love an offbeat narrative based in the Pacific Northwest, this episode is for you.

    Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts.
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    30 m
  • Ghosts, Gays, & Gambling - Portland’s Crystal Hotel

    Ghosts, Gays, & Gambling - Portland’s Crystal Hotel
    May 13 2025
    In this spooky and delightfully unhinged episode, we’re joined by “extra special” guests Shea & Jody from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes to explore the strange history and haunted happenings of Portland’s Crystal Hotel, a pizza-slice-shaped building with a century of stories baked in.

    Located in the Pearl District, this vibrant, music-themed boutique hotel—now owned by McMenamins—has a rich and colorful past. It’s been everything from an auto parts store and a hotspot for underground gambling, to a string of lively nightclubs and a men’s-only subterranean bathhouse. Today, thanks to its significance as a safe and social space for Portland’s LGBTQ+ community, it can be found on the National Register of Historic Places.

    Whether you’re into true crime, paranormal encounters, or offbeat local history, this episode has something for you. Don’t miss this deep dive into one of Portland’s most fascinating hotels!

    Visit our website! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Patreon, & more! If you have any true crime, paranormal, or witchy stories you'd like to share with us & possibly have them read (out loud) on an episode, email us at pnwhauntsandhomicides@gmail.com or use this link. There are so many ways that you can support the show: BuyMeACoffee, Spreaker, or by leaving a rating & review on Apple Podcasts. Sources
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    52 m
  • Deadly Domestic Violence in Vancouver: Meshay & Layla

    Deadly Domestic Violence in Vancouver: Meshay & Layla
    May 6 2025
    In March 2023, Meshay Melendez and her daughter Layla Stewart disappeared from Vancouver, Washington. Despite multiple red flags and an active no-contact order, Meshay’s abusive ex-boyfriend, Kirkland Warren, was free — with devastating consequences. In this heart-wrenching episode, we uncover the tragic story of Meshay Melendez and her 7-year-old daughter, Layla Stewart, whose lives were cut short. This case shines a light on the cracks in the system when it comes to domestic violence protections and the urgent need for systemic change and nuanced dialogue that produce real change.

    Join us as we trace the chilling timeline:
    • Meshay’s turbulent history with Warren, including prior domestic violence.
    • Court decisions that left Warren free despite extreme risk assessments.
    • The heartbreaking discovery of Meshay and Layla’s bodies.
    • Warren’s shocking criminal past, his manipulation of the legal system, and the final sentencing.
    ⚠ If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), text "START" to 88788, or visit thehotline.org.

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    1 h y 1 m
  • Portland's Shanghai Tunnels

    Portland's Shanghai Tunnels
    Apr 29 2025
    Booze, Brothels, and the Dark Side of Portland’s Past (Feat. Rainy Day Rabbit Holes)

    What happens when you toss two hilarious Pacific Northwest history podcasts into Portland’s creepiest tunnels with beer, ghosts, and a whole lot of sass? This. You get this glorious chaos.

    In this unhinged crossover episode, Shea and Jody from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes team up with Caitlyn and Cassie from PNW Haunts & Homicides for a deep, dark dive beneath the streets of Portland, Oregon. From damp brick passageways to flannel-wearing apparitions, the crew recounts their visit to the Shanghai Tunnels Tour at Old Town Pizza & Brewing, while also dissecting the problematic roots of the term “shanghaied,” historic embellishments, and whether ghost pee is a thing. Expect history, hilarity, hauntings—and maybe some drunken shenanigans.

    👻 Learn more or book your own tunnel tour: Shanghai Tunnels Tour at Old Town Pizza & Brewing

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    57 m
  • The Cliff House Curse: Ghosts, Shipwrecks, & Fiery History in San Francisco

    The Cliff House Curse: Ghosts, Shipwrecks, & Fiery History in San Francisco
    Apr 22 2025
    Remember Jake the Alligator Man? Turns out his bizarre backstory might be tangled up with one of San Francisco’s most mysterious landmarks — The Cliff House. In this episode, we dig into the cursed history of this seaside icon: from explosive shipwrecks and devastating fires to ghostly apparitions, secret tunnels, and maybe even a mummy curse (?!).

    We’ll explore how The Cliff House rose, burned, rose again (multiple times) and how the Land’s End area had everything from seedy roadhouses to Victorian castles, extravagant bathhouses, amusement parks, taxidermied sea lions, forgotten cemeteries, and yes — Egyptian artifacts. We dive into the tale of Adolph Sutro, his cliffside empire, the ruins of Sutro Baths, and the eerie hauntings that still chill this foggy coastline.

    Is the area cursed by misplaced relics? Haunted by forgotten souls? Or just steeped in really bad luck? If you love lost history, ghost stories, and a healthy dose of weird… this one’s for you.

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    1 h y 27 m
  • Oregon's Deadliest Shooting – Umpqua Community College

    Oregon's Deadliest Shooting – Umpqua Community College
    Apr 15 2025
    On October 1st, 2015, tragedy struck the quiet town of Roseburg, Oregon, home to the Umpqua Community College campus. When 26-year-old Christopher Sean Harper Mercer opened fire, it became the scene of Oregon’s deadliest shooting. He fired erratically on both students and staff, senselessly killing nine people, wounding several, and leaving countless others with unimaginable trauma.

    Investigators would slowly uncover the story of the man behind the violence and what led him down such a deadly and destructive path. Much of his time was spent, either isolated, or in the darkest corners of the internet. That’s where his penchant for violent, hateful ideologies seemingly began. In this episode, we peel back the layers of a deeply disturbing story—exploring Harper Mercer’s childhood, his struggles with mental health, his obsession with guns, and his dogmatic descent into incel and racist philosophies.

    As we remember the victims, this case serves as a grim reminder of America’s ongoing mass shooting crisis. While this story undeniably centers around violence and loss, it’s also a story of resilience and humanity even amidst horror and in the face of tragedy. We also honor the incredible bravery of survivors, including Chris Mintz, a U.S. Army veteran and student who risked his life to save others during the attack. This is the story of survival, heroism, and tragedy in Snyder Hall.

    Honoring the Lives Lost: Lawrence Levine, Lucero Alcaraz, Quinn Glen Cooper, Lucas Eibel, Jason Dale Johnson, Treven Taylor Anspach, Rebecka Ann Carnes, Kim Saltmarsh Dietz, Sarena Dawn Moore

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    1 h y 24 m
  • Eliza DeWolfe: Scandalous Love & Suffrage

    Eliza DeWolfe: Scandalous Love & Suffrage
    Apr 8 2025
    Ever wondered how free love, feminism, and scandal shaped the 1800s Pacific Northwest? Join Caitlyn as she tags along with Shea of History Unhinged: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes. *This episode contains piping hot old-timey PNW tea!* 🫖 Learn all about free love and feminism in 1860s PNW as well as an iconic woman of the day. In the rugged 1800s Pacific Northwest, one woman defied societal norms with bloomers, boldness, and a passion for equality. Meet Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfe, a trailblazer whose story still inspires.

    This episode unravels tales of unconventional relationships, daring dress reform, and the enduring fight for women’s suffrage. Packed with humor, history, and heartfelt moments, it’s a wild ride into the past. Discover the roots of the free love movement and its surprising ties to early feminism. Follow the bold actions of Eliza DeWolfe as she challenges 19th-century social norms. Learn how dress reform became a symbol of freedom and suffrage in the Pacific Northwest.

    Uncover the wild story of free love advocate Eliza DeWolfe in 1800s Pacific Northwest. Scandal, feminism, and boldness await! Listen now!

    Chapters & Timestamps:
    00:00 - Introduction: Meet Shea from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes and Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides.
    00:10 - Free Love Origins: The surprising history of free love, starting in the 2nd century.
    00:33 - Eliza’s Defiance: Riding in bloomers and the "conjugal alliance" scandal.
    00:43 - Dress Reform & Suffrage: Eliza’s lasting impact on women’s rights.
    00:58 - Final Thoughts & Takeaways: Celebrating Eliza’s legacy.

    Don’t forget to visit our rainydayrabbitholes.com if you enjoyed this episode! Special thanks to Bethany Kay Matthews for her invaluable research.

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    48 m
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