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Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort

Capital City Museum

This podcast features the stories of Frankfort & Franklin County--specifically the kind guaranteed to keep you up at night.

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59:42

The Ballad of Governor Goebel

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/10/30

“That’s a sorryful tale and as sorryful a tune as ever was.”In the decades following the assassination of Governor Goebel, the tale of his life and death was passed around by word of mouth… and, occasionally, with fiddle accompaniment. In this finale episode for season 5 of Kentucky Deceased, Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner presents a 1937 recording of a ballad memorializing Governor Goebel’s assassination, followed by a conversation with musician and educator Brett Ratliff about Kentucky’s ballad

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39:53

Gabe's Guide to Kentucky Cryptids

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/10/23

Opportunity knocks... and so does Bigfoot.In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner interviews Gabe, and 11-year-old author who shares his extensive knowledge of Kentucky cryptids and his mission to make spine-tingling tales accessible to young readers.

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67:52

Odd and Unknown

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/10/16

What makes a good ghost story?In this special episode, recorded live at the Paul Sawyier Public Library as part of the Frankfort Heritage Lecture Series, Dr. Hasken-Wagner presents some of Frankfort's odd phenomena from the historical record and invites consideration for how to approach these bizarre occurrences as a folklorist and historian. Not strictly storytelling, not strictly debunking, and not strictly verification, this presentation offers tools for handling the weirder moments from our

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86:26

Sown in the Stars

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/10/09

Discover why some gardeners swear by planting beans “in the arms” and how the stars may favor your green thumb - or even determine the best day to get a haircut.Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner speaks with Berea College's Dr. Sarah Hall, author of Sown in the Stars, about the practice of agricultural timing based on lunar and astrological cycles. Dr. Hall reveals how generations of farmers and gardeners have consulted almanacs and homemade calendars to determine when to sow and when to reap. Thanks to

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63:38

Madam Palmer, Palmist

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/10/02

Can you measure your future by the palm of your hand? What exactly does "The Man Who Knows" know? Do ghosts have to pay taxes?In this special episode, recorded live at Paul Sawyier Public Library, Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner explains the practice of palmistry, the prolific history of palmists in Frankfort, and how the esoteric practice was embraced... and legislated. - - - PALMISTS NAMED Madam Watson Madam Palmer, Palmist The Mysterious Lady Madam Margaret Madam Elsie May Madam Leona Madam

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7:45

Upcoming Events + Season Five Preview

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/09/24

Do you feel that chill in the air? Not yet? Well, one can dream.Nonetheless! Spooky season is fast approaching, and Kentucky Deceased is preparing to release its fifth season! Prepare for stories about palmistry, moon phases, and murder ballads - all centered right here in your backyard of Frankfort, Kentucky. UPCOMING MUSEUM EVENTS Wednesday October 1, 6-9 pm: Second annual Museum After Dark. Join us at the Capital City Museum to enjoy a night market, live music, tarot and oracle readings, and

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01:05

Book Release! Russ Hatter's "Franklin County Reference"

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2025/02/24

The Capital City Museum is proud to announce its newest book will be available this week - Russ Hatter’s Franklin County Reference! It's the product of years of work that former city historian Russ Hatter has completed at the Capitol City Museum for a grant funded by the Franklin County fiscal court. Join us for the release party at the Capital City Museum (325 Ann Street in Frankfort, KY) from 5-7 on Wednesday, February 26th. Book signing starts at 5, with a presentation at 6. See you

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01:20:27

Into the Wallwood - Author Interview

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/10/31

Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner chats with Frankfort author Luke Hosley about his approach to crafting strange - yet familiar - worlds. Enjoy snippets of Hosley's sci-fi, small-town horror, and audio drama work in this season's finale episode of Kentucky Deceased.LINKS Time Before Crime Into the Wallwood The Lost Art Of Podcast Author Facebook

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57:52

Project Blue Book

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/10/24

From 1947 to 1969, the U.S. Air Force investigated unexplained aerial phenomena in a study known as Project Blue Book. Join Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner as she explores a range of UFO sightings recorded in and around Frankfort - including during a national uptick in January, 1967. - - - CONTENT WARNING Medical abuse of disabled people, eugenics

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53:28

Odds and Ends

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/10/17

Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner brings together a collection of stories gathered from around Frankfort. Encounter vanishing hitchhikers and ghostly cries, hear about end-times prophecies and legends of river monsters, and visit the city landmarks of Devil’s Umbrealla... and the Capital City Museum herself. - - - STORIES The Vanishing Hitchhiker Crybaby Lane “Apocalypse Reviewed” The Loch Four Monster Odd Customs of Halloween Devil’s Umbrella Ghost Investigation at the Capital City Museum - -

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01:13:53

Liberty Hall Historic Site

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/10/10

Join Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner on a journey through the haunting history of Liberty Hall Historic Site with curator John Walker. Hear tales of a mysterious Spanish opera singer, a peeping-Tom British soldier, and - of course - the famous Gray Lady herself.

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54:47

The Leestown Witch

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/10/03

Kentucky Deceased is back for season four with the story of Franklin County's resident witch. Host Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner guides listeners back to 1913 to meet the family of Lily Harp, whose death was attributed to a curse. Discover the bizarre story of stockings hidden in a pillow, a grieving family's desperate search for answers, and the chilling rituals they believed could unveil the witch's identity.

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02:20

Kentucky Deceased Book Launch Party

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/09/25

We are one week out from MUSEUM AFTER DARK and Kentucky Deceased release party!!!Kentucky Deceased is an 8x10 hardcover book written by Zack Poehlein and designed by Katherine O’Dell of Derby City Midnight. The book dives into four stories from the annals of the award-winning Kentucky Deceased podcast, presenting legends and folklore from around the Capital City and Franklin County in a new light. Kentucky Deceased examines what the supernatural, paranormal, and the bizarre mean to a community

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04:28

Book Announcement! Kentucky Deceased by Derby City...

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2024/08/19

To sign up for pre-order notifications visit here: https://mailchi.mp/1df65e5c46ef/kydeceasedWe're releasing a book of new and familiar stories just in time for Halloween! Kentucky Deceased is an 8x10 hardcover created in collaboration with Derby City Midnight. Inside are four tales of the strange and supernatural, complete with supporting documents and photographs. All beautifully written and designed by the awesome powerhouse duo! 1. The Kentucky og-Eater - a previously unknown and unreported

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01:04:46

The Satan Tapes

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2023/10/31

It's Halloween and we're proud to offer a very special treat for this year's season finale - a vintage WFKY broadcast featuring a moderated discussion between a Satanic priest and a Christian seminary professor. Grab a warm drink, a flickering fireplace, and some pearls to clutch as you hear tales of "nameless rites and unspeakable orgies".Episode notes: This episode includes an in-depth conversation about Satanism, with frequent references to Hell, damnation, and Christianity. Sex and sexuality is

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01:08:45

The Era of Manifestations

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2023/10/26

[Re-uploaded due to file issue] The Shakers at Pleasant Hill are most often remembered for their material practicality, spiritual asceticism, and unique song tradition; however, firsthand accounts of the Shakers reveal an apocalyptic religion which often veered into the esoteric and occult. Join your host Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner as she welcomes Derby City Midnight's Zack Poehlein who guides listeners through tales of heavenly visions, ghostly apparitions, and channeled hymns.

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01:00:58

Lights over Lawrenceburg

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2023/10/19

A decade ago, a carful of people saw something strange in the skies over Anderson county. Join your host Dr. Eleanor Hasken-Wagner as she welcomes, Jennifer, who tells a story of lost time, recovered memories, and otherworldly strangers. Episode notes: This episode contains references to forced abductions, missing time, religious trauma associated with spontaneous healing, cancer, chemotherapy, and recreational drug use.

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26:33

Beasts of the Bluegrass

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2023/10/12

Join special guest host Hannah Hutcherson on a monstrous tour of Fort Hill. From the eponymous Mangler to the Rougarou, learn which creatures you may want to keep an eye out for in our neck of the woods. The Beasts of the Bluegrass tour is a night walking tour offered every Wednesday night in October. Tours start at the Sullivan House Visitor's Center at 7 PM. Get your tickets at https://capitalcitymuseum.com/booking.html CONTENT WARNING: Some of the material on this tour may be disturbing for young

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55:37

The Beauchamp–Sharp Tragedy

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2023/10/05

In November of 1825, a Kentucky legislator is murdered in his home - but it's far from a standard political assassination; rather, the killing of Solomon Sharp by Jereboam Beauchamp was motivated by a wicked and tragic love story which inspired works by Edgar Allan Poe and Robert Penn Warren. Episode notes: This episode contains the description of a murder, suicide and self harm, and the references to anti-Black racism.

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01:06:16

It’s more than just a game...

Kentucky Deceased: Hauntings of Frankfort ·

2022/10/31

A special follow-up to the premiere episode of our first season, this episode takes a deep dive into one of the most fascinating finds to come out of the archival collection at the Capital City Museum! Join us as we learn more about how one man's experience with a Ouija board led him to the potential solution to an unsolved crime and a deep-dive into the world of the occult. Episode notes: there are references to sexual assault in this episode. Additionally, the audio from the interview

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