Episodes

  • The Mysterious Disappearance on Route 3: The Colin Gillis Enigma
    Jul 16 2025

    Uncover the shocking truth behind the mysterious disappearance of Colin Gillis on Route 3. In this episode, we dive into the eerie events surrounding his vanishing, exploring the theories and clues that have left investigators baffled. From eyewitness accounts to cryptic evidence, we'll delve into the darkest corners of this intriguing case. Join us as we unravel the tangled threads of Colin Gillis' fate and try to answer the haunting question: What happened to him on Route 3?

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    36 mins
  • Chilling Legends from Haunted Civil War Battlefields
    Jul 9 2025

    Delve into the dark side of American history as we explore the chilling legends from haunted Civil War battlefields. From ghostly apparitions to unexplained occurrences, these creepy tales will send shivers down your spine. The Civil War was one of the bloodiest conflicts in American history, leaving behind a trail of death and destruction. It's no wonder that many of these battlefields are said to be haunted by the restless spirits of soldiers who lost their lives. Join us as we delve into the most haunted battlefields and uncover the eerie legends that surround them. Get ready for a journey that will leave you sleeping with the lights on.

    If you plan to travel to any or all of these sites, I have provided links to recommended Hotels and tours below.

    Gettysburg Battlefield: Accommodation: Hotel Gettysburg- https://www.hotels.com/affiliates/gettysburg-hotel-gettysburg-united-states-of-america.Nd3X1oV

    Tour: Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour- vi.me/Pt2iC

    Antietam Battlefield: Accommodation: Renovated WV Schoolhouse: History Buffs Heaven!- https://www.hotels.com/affiliates/renovated-wv-schoolhouse-history-buffs-heaven-kearneysville-united-states-of-america.iWmnTTK

    Tour: Antietam National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour- vi.me/ALaJb

    Chickamauga Battlefield: Accommodation: The Carpentry Hotel- https://www.hotels.com/affiliates/the-carpentry-hotel-dalton-united-states-of-america.OH5CdKa

    Shiloh National Military Park-TN- Accommodation: Days Inn by Wyndham Savannah - https://www.hotels.com/affiliates/days-inn-by-wyndham-savannah-crump-united-states-of-america.0GuNMw4

    Brandy Station, VA- Accommodation: Days Inn By Wyndham Culpeper- https://www.hotels.com/affiliates/days-inn-by-wyndham-culpeper-culpeper-united-states-of-america.1oeSMaL

    Vicksburg, MS- Accommodation: Duff Green Mansion- https://www.hotels.com/affiliates/duff-green-mansion-vicksburg-united-states-of-america.YhqIseB

    Tour: Vicksburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour- vi.me/r6JVG

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    48 mins
  • Investigating Chilling Paranormal Encounters from the AMERICAN REVOLUTION
    Jul 2 2025

    Uncover the dark secrets of America's past as we delve into the most terrifying paranormal encounters from the American Revolution. From haunted battlefields to cursed colonial towns, we'll explore the chilling evidence that suggests the ghosts of the Revolution still linger. Join us on a spine-tingling journey as we revisit the most infamous events in American history and uncover the shocking truth behind the paranormal activity that continues to haunt us to this day. Are you brave enough to face the ghosts of the American Revolution?

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • The Mysterious Fate of the Sodder Kids on Christmas Eve!
    Jun 24 2025

    On Christmas Eve in 1945, a tragedy struck the Sodder family when five of their nine children mysteriously disappeared from their home in West Virginia. The event became one of the most baffling and enduring unsolved mysteries in American history. In this video, we'll delve into the events of that fateful night and explore the various theories surrounding the disappearance of the Sodder kids. From arson to abduction, we'll examine the clues and evidence that have left investigators and the public stunned for generations. Join us as we unravel the haunting tale of the Sodder children and try to uncover what happened on that Christmas Eve. What do you think happened to the children?

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    22 mins
  • Discover the Spine-Chilling Castle Legends of Haunted Europe
    Jun 18 2025

    Explore the darkest corners of Haunted Europe, where the continent's most spine-chilling castle legends come to life. From the eerie towers of Eastern Europe to the foreboding fortresses of the West, we'll delve into the terrifying tales that have haunted generations. Join us as we uncover the mysteries behind these haunted strongholds and discover the sinister secrets that lie within their crumbling walls. So, be prepared for a journey that will leave you sleeping with the lights on!

    Budget-friendly places to stay at each location in the video, in case you would like to visit. LEAP Castle recommendation: Kinnitty Castle Hotel- https://expedia.com/affiliates/kinnitty-hotels-kinnitty-castle-hotel.6WFNVTP Bran Castle Recommendation: Conacul Törzburg-https://expedia.com/affiliates/bran-hotels-conacul-torzburg.4ZIPFYh CHÂTEAU DE BRISSAC recommendation: Novotel Angers Centre Gare- https://expedia.com/affiliates/angers-hotels-novotel-angers-centre-gare.VCHOOFd EDINBURGH CASTLE Recommendation: Orocco Pier- https://expedia.com/affiliates/edinburgh-hotels-orocco-pier.jQLm9Yg PREDJAMA CASTLE Recommendation: Postojna Cave Hotel Jama- https://expedia.com/affiliates/postojna-hotels-postojna-cave-hotel-jama.3beIu4S HOUSKA CASTLE Recommendation- Chateau Hotel Liblice- https://expedia.com/affiliates/liblice-hotels-chateau-hotel-liblice.yM1nylz 🔗 AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: This video contains affiliate links for Expedia. I earn from qualifying purchases and bookings, but it doesn't affect your price.

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    41 mins
  • The Word That Haunts History: Roanoke's CROATOAN Mystery
    Jun 8 2025

    Imagine returning home after three years to find your entire neighborhood empty—not destroyed, just carefully abandoned. Your family, neighbors, newborn granddaughter... all gone. The only clue? A single word carved into wood: "CROATOAN." This nightmare became reality for John White in 1590, and 430+ years later, we still don't know what happened to the 115 people who vanished from Roanoke Island.

    📋 EPISODE SUMMARY

    Deep dive into America's greatest unsolved mystery—the Lost Colony of Roanoke. Governor John White left his daughter and newborn granddaughter to fetch supplies, but was delayed three years by the Spanish Armada. When he returned: empty settlement, mysterious carving, no answers.

    🎧 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER

    • Complete timeline from colony establishment to disappearance
    • Why John White abandoned his family for three critical years
    • Leading theories: Native integration, Spanish attack, gradual extinction
    • Modern DNA research and archaeological discoveries
    • The human tragedy behind America's first missing persons case

    👥 KEY FIGURES

    • John White - Governor who lost his family
    • Virginia Dare - First English child born in America
    • Eleanor Dare - White's daughter, colonist

    🔍 MAJOR THEORIES

    1. Integration - Colonists joined Native American tribes
    2. Spanish Attack - Forces eliminated the settlement
    3. Gradual Death - Relocated but slowly died out

    🧬 MODERN INVESTIGATIONS

    • DNA analysis of potential descendants
    • Archaeological excavations on Hatteras Island
    • Ground-penetrating radar discoveries
    • Spanish archive research

    🌟 CALL TO ACTION

    ENGAGE: Share your theories with #RoanokeMystery

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    EXPLORE: Visit Roanoke Island or support archaeological research at First Colony Foundation

    Check out some of the great hotels on the Island! https://expedia.com/affiliates/hotel-search-roanoke-island.2wwbk25

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    34 mins
  • Welcome to the Common Historian Podcast
    Jun 8 2025

    Brief introduction to the podcast and preview of the first content that will be covered.

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    1 min