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Mysterious Pacific Northwest

Mysterious Pacific Northwest

The pacific Northwest is home to some of the most beautiful places but also a mysterious dark history. From Big Foot to haunted cemeteries, serial killers, ship graveyards and notorious murders, each week your hosts Jen and Sarah will feature tales from the darkest places and people of the PNW.

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00:45:11

Bootleggers, Brothels, and the Wild Legacy of Creek...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/03/14

Step back in time to when Ketchikan was Alaska’s rowdiest frontier town! Creek Street wasn’t just a picturesque boardwalk—it was the heart of the red-light district, home to bold and independent women like Dolly Arthur, who ran some of the most infamous brothels in the Pacific Northwest. During Prohibition, bootleggers and rum runners smuggled illegal liquor through secret tunnels and floating barrels in Ketchikan Creek. While the red lights went dark in the 1950s, the town’s scandalous past still

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00:15:36

Beacons of the Coast: The History of PNW Lighthouses

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/03/12

Join us as we embark on a journey along the rugged coastline of the Pacific Northwest, exploring the history, stories, and mysteries of its iconic lighthouses. From the towering beacons guiding ships through treacherous waters to the fascinating lives of the keepers who maintained them, this series will uncover the significance of these coastal landmarks. We’ll delve into their architectural marvels, the unique challenges they faced, and the local myths that surround them. Whether you’re a history

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00:20:34

When trust is Betrayed: The infamous Tsawwassen...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/03/10

This episode centers on the lives of Sharon Huenemann and her mother, Doris Leatherbarrow, whose tragic murders in 1990 shocked the Tsawwassen community. Sharon, a dedicated mother, and Doris, a successful businesswoman, were both well-known and loved by those around them. Their lives were violently cut short by a murder-for-hire plot orchestrated by Sharon’s son, leaving the community grappling with the devastating loss. The episode delves into the lasting impact of their deaths on their family,

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00:58:32

Mysteries of the Sky: The infamous McMinnville UFO...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/03/07

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing history of the McMinnville UFO photos, one of the most famous sets of alleged extraterrestrial evidence captured in the 1950s. We'll explore the story behind the photographs taken by Evelyn and Paul Trent in May 1950, showcasing what they claimed to be a flying saucer hovering above their farm. We'll discuss the impact these images had on UFO culture, their role in sparking interest in unidentified flying objects, and the subsequent

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00:26:29

Murder, Money, and Mystery: The Leathers Oil Killings

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/03/03

In 1994, three women were found executed inside a Gresham, Oregon gas station, and all evidence pointed to former employee Tyrom Walter Thies. But before police could arrest him, Thies vanished without a trace. Did he escape justice, die in the wilderness, or meet a more sinister fate? Join Mysterious Pacific Northwest as we unravel the crime, the manhunt, and the haunting theories that remain unsolved to this

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00:37:30

Echoes of Playland: A Seattle Amusement Legacy

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/28

Playland Amusement Park was a popular amusement park located in Seattle, Washington, operating from 1930 until 1961. It featured a variety of rides, games, and attractions, including a wooden roller coaster, a carousel, and various carnival-style games. The park was known for its vibrant atmosphere and family-friendly entertainment. Over the years, it became a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike. However, due to declining attendance and increasing maintenance costs, Playland eventually

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00:49:32

The mysterious life and deaths of Cindy James part 3

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/20

Cindy James was a Canadian woman whose mysterious death in 1989 remains a topic of intrigue and speculation. Over several years leading up to her death, she reported numerous incidents of stalking and harassment, including receiving threatening phone calls and finding her home vandalized. Despite investigations, the police were unable to identify a suspect.On June 8, 1989, Cindy was found dead at an abandoned home in Richmond, British Columbia. Her body was discovered with her hands bound and a

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02:05:18

Mysterious PNW x Perplexed

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/17

We are so excited to share an episode from Perplexed, they have quickly became one of our favorite Podcasts! We hope you enjoy this special episode of Mysterious PNW x PerplexedThe interrogation of 14-year-old Michael Crowe in 1998, following the murder of his sister Stephanie, involved intense and prolonged questioning by police, who used psychological pressure and suggested he might have killed her without remembering it. Despite a lack of physical evidence, Michael eventually confessed, though

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00:44:49

The mysterious life and deaths of Cindy James part 2

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/16

Cindy James was a Canadian woman whose mysterious death in 1989 remains a topic of intrigue and speculation. Over several years leading up to her death, she reported numerous incidents of stalking and harassment, including receiving threatening phone calls and finding her home vandalized. Despite investigations, the police were unable to identify a suspect.On June 8, 1989, Cindy was found dead at an abandoned home in Richmond, British Columbia. Her body was discovered with her hands bound and a

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00:55:39

The mysterious life and deaths of Cindy James Part 1

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/14

Cindy James was a Canadian woman whose mysterious death in 1989 remains a topic of intrigue and speculation. Over several years leading up to her death, she reported numerous incidents of stalking and harassment, including receiving threatening phone calls and finding her home vandalized. Despite investigations, the police were unable to identify a suspect.On June 8, 1989, Cindy was found dead at an abandoned home in Richmond, British Columbia. Her body was discovered with her hands bound and a

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00:19:27

Govan's Grim Legacy: The brutal axe murders of Jesse...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/11

In the early 1900's the quiet homesteading community of Govan, WA was rocked by what many call the most gruesome murders in Washington state history. In 1902, Judge Jesse Alvis Lewis and his wife Penelope Lewis, were brutally axed to death on their ranch just outside of town. The crime has never been solved and left a dark mark on this tight pioneering community. Years later a man was gunned down at a saloon in town and a mother & son were brutally murdered on their farm in 1941. While time has

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00:32:37

The Arsonist of Old Town: Who Set the Pomona Hotel...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/10

In the heart of Portland’s Old Town, the Pomona Hotel fire of 1975 became one of the city’s deadliest tragedies, forever altering fire safety regulations. What started as a routine night in a decaying single-room occupancy hotel quickly turned into a nightmare when an arsonist ignited a blaze that spread with terrifying speed. With escape routes cut off and flames consuming the historic building, desperate tenants fought for survival while a heroic bystander risked everything to save lives. But who

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00:47:06

Ghost Towns of the PNW part 3

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/07

Ghost towns in the Pacific Northwest are remnants of once-thriving communities that have been abandoned or significantly depopulated. These towns were often established during the region’s mining and logging boom in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. However, as industries declined or resources were depleted, people moved away, leaving behind empty buildings and a sense of history frozen in time. Today, these ghost towns attract visitors who are intrigued by their eerie charm and the

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00:39:41

Echoes of Cloverdale: The Tragic Story of Heather Thomas

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/02/03

In October 2000, 10-year-old Heather Thomas was abducted and murdered by Shane Ertmoed, a 23-year-old man from Cloverdale, British Columbia. After a thorough investigation, Ertmoed was convicted of first-degree murder and abduction, and sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole for 25 years. The tragedy deeply affected Heather's family and the Cloverdale community, leaving a lasting impact on their sense of safety and child protection

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01:07:34

Mysterious PNW Holiday road trip: Hammersmith Nude...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/01/17

London has been the scene of some history's most brutal serial murders, this was true again in the 1960’s. The bodies of 8 nude and strangled women were found near the River Thames leaving behind a decades old mystery of who committed these atrocities. The Hammersmith Nude Murders left a dark mark on the history of West

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00:41:24

Mysterious PNW Holiday Road Trip: Oklahoma Legends

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/01/13

This episode we explore Oklahoma’s folklore, focusing on the mysterious Oklahoma octopus, a cryptid believed to haunt lakes and rivers. It also covers the legend of the Deer Woman, a supernatural figure from Native American traditions who embodies both beauty and danger. Additionally, the episode delves into Choctaw legends, offering insight into the rich cultural stories that teach lessons about nature, spirituality, and human behavior.Episode

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00:28:11

Mysterious PNW Holiday road trip : Vigilante Justice,...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/01/10

On this stop of our Mysterious PNW Holiday trip, we head to Lubeck, Germany and the case of Marianne Bachmeier. On May 5, 1980 Marianne’s life would be changed forever. A predator lured Marianne’s 7 year old daughter Anna into his home, sexually assaulted her, murdered and ultimately disposed of her in a cardboard box. When Klaus Grabowskis trail began, no could have known that vigilante justice would be carried out instead of justice from a court of

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01:00:55

Mysterious PNW Holiday Road Trip: The Staircase...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/01/06

Kathleen Peterson's mysterious death in 2001, found at the bottom of a staircase with severe head injuries, led to the arrest and conviction of her husband, Michael Peterson, for first-degree murder. Despite the prosecution's claims of a violent attack, Michael's defense argued it was an accidental fall, and questions about the reliability of forensic evidence and expert testimony persisted throughout the trial. After serving eight years in prison, Michael entered an Alford plea in 2017, maintaining

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00:30:18

Mysterious PNW Holiday Road Trip: The Wineville...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2025/01/03

The next stop on our Mysterious PNW Holiday Road trip, we head to the former town of Wineville, CA, now Mira Lima and the shocking crimes of Gordon Northcott & the infamous Chicken Coop Murders. Gordon Northcott was found guilty of the murders of 3 young boys in 1930 and was executed the same year. His crimes shocked California, and to this today we are still wondering the true extent of his

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00:26:28

Mysterious PNW Holiday Road Trip: Convicts, Sewers,...

Mysterious Pacific Northwest ·

2024/12/30

In 1828, a daring gang of ex-convicts pulled off Australia’s first-ever bank robbery by tunneling through the sewers to steal £14,000 from the Bank of Australia, a sum worth millions today. The plot was masterminded by a group of unlikely criminals, including a blacksmith, shoemakers, and a plasterer, who used their insider knowledge and a few homemade tools to carry out the heist. While some of the stolen money was recovered, the majority remains lost, fueling legends of hidden treasure around

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