River City Mystery - Investigating mysteries in southern Indiana, southern Illinois, and western Kentucky

A hoard of 700 civil war-era gold coins was found buried at an undisclosed Kentucky cornfield in July, 2023. Was this a unique case, or is it possible that buried treasures may be found all over the tri-state area?

This episode explores the intriguing phenomenon of phantom trains, sharing eerie accounts and legends of trains heard or even seen when no physical train is present. Here's a summary of the occurrences discussed: Police Hear a Ghost Train: The episode begins with a news story about two police officers in Swadlincote, England, who reported hearing a phantom train on a railway line that no longer exists. [01:12] Barbie's Revival Experience: Matt's sister, Barbie Deig, recounts her own unsettling experience from the early 1990s at a revival where she and many others distinctly heard a train despite no train being visible. [03:41] Famous Phantom Train Legends: Matt discusses well-known instances of phantom trains throughout history, including the spectral sightings of Abraham Lincoln's funeral train. [08:15] Share Your Stories: The host encourages listeners who have had similar experiences with phantom trains or who attended the mentioned revival to share their stories on the podcast's Discord server. [08:46] Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/10 Join the River City Mystery Discord channel to meet others from the tri-state area who are into true crime and the paranormal. https://www.rivercitymystery.com/discord https://www.staffordshire-live.co.uk/news/local-news/terrifying-ghost-train-reported-swadlincote-8218578 https://www.facebook.com/SwadlincoteSNT/posts/pfbid02atTUUMR1XQ6X3fkEdawy7UCADgWDryLRcHgKDet1nDKrWGSzyare8fQnBukYN7PCl https://www.coasttocoastam.com/article/british-cops-report-hearing-phantom-train/

This episode features an interview with author, medium, and paranormal investigator Joni Mayhan, who shares her experiences and knowledge of the paranormal, with a particular focus on the historically rich town of New Harmony, Indiana. Here's a breakdown of the fascinating topics covered: Introduction to Joni Mayhan: Learn about Joni's background as an author of books on haunted locations in Posey County and New Harmony, Indiana, and her belief in the importance of history in understanding paranormal activity. [01:02], [01:09] The Unique Energy of New Harmony: Discover why New Harmony is considered a unique location for paranormal phenomena, possibly due to its history of utopian societies and potential geological factors. [02:38] Acceptance in a Small Town: Hear about Joni's experience as an openly practicing medium and paranormal investigator in a small, religious community. [05:14] Haunted Ghost Walks: Learn about the popularity of Joni's ghost walks in New Harmony and their contribution to the town's tourism. [06:41] First Encounter at the Arbor House: Joni recounts her initial paranormal experience in New Harmony at the Arbor House, where she encountered the spirit of an older woman. [08:32] Upcoming Public Investigation: Find out about an upcoming public paranormal investigation at the historic Arbor House. [08:25] Clairaudience Explained: Understand Joni's ability to perceive paranormal activity through hearing specific tones. [09:55], [13:12] Being a "Ghost Magnet": Joni describes herself as someone who attracts paranormal activity and the importance of having a mentor for protection. [14:24] Goals of Paranormal Investigations: Learn about Joni's objectives during investigations, which include assisting residents and helping spirits transition. [16:18] Activities of Ghosts: Explore the possibilities of what ghosts might do in their afterlife. [17:57] New Harmony as a "Thin Place": The episode discusses the concept of New Harmony being a location where the veil between the living and the dead is thin. [19:05] Unusual Hauntings: Hear about the strange case of a newly built Dollar General store that is reportedly haunted. [19:48] Likely Haunted Locations: Joni shares insights into the types of places, such as nursing homes and hospitals, that are often associated with hauntings. [24:14] Paranormal Investigation Equipment: The episode mentions the tools commonly used in paranormal investigations, including Spirit Boxes and SLS cameras. [25:51] A Skeptical Investigator: Discover that Joni identifies as a skeptic who values evidence and approaches paranormal phenomena with caution. [27:45] Animal Sensitivity to Ghosts: Learn about the belief that animals, especially cats, can detect the presence of ghosts. [31:37] Ghostly Interactions: The varying abilities of ghosts to interact physically with their surroundings are discussed. [33:10] Earthbound Spirits and Suicide: Joni shares her experiences with spirits of individuals who died by suicide often remaining Earthbound and her ability to assist them in crossing over. [34:07] Communicating with Ghosts: Hear about Joni's methods of communicating with ghosts, sometimes through automatic writing. [35:14] The Afterlife Mystery: The difficulty in obtaining information about the afterlife from Earthbound spirits is mentioned. [37:03] Validating Ghostly Presence: Learn about the techniques used to validate the presence of ghosts during paranormal investigations. [37:23] Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/8 Join the River City Mystery Discord channel to meet others from the tri-state area who are into true crime and the paranormal. https://www.rivercitymystery.com/discord Haunted New Harmony | Where History and Hauntings Collide (jonimayhan.com) Joni Mayhan (@jonimayhan933) TikTok | Watch Joni Mayhan's Newest TikTok Videos Amazon.com: Joni Mayhan: books, biography, latest update

This episode features an interview with Joe Weigant, the founder of Evansville Paranormal Investigations and Consulting (EPIC) and a retired detective with the Evansville Police Department. Joe shares his unique perspective on paranormal investigations, blending his law enforcement background with his abilities as a psychic and spirit communicator. Here are the key topics discussed in the episode: Introduction to Joe Weigant: Learn about Joe's background as a retired detective and his current work as a psychic and spirit communicator. He also owns Tri-State Holistic Wellness, where he utilizes energy work for holistic healing. [01:18] The Philosophy of EPIC: Discover EPIC's approach to paranormal investigations, which focuses on resolving paranormal issues by communicating with and helping spirits cross over, rather than solely collecting evidence. [02:27] Reasons for Spirits Remaining Earthbound: Joe explains the various reasons why spirits might linger in the earthly realm, including fear of judgment, strong attachments, or a lack of awareness of their passing. [09:54] Methods of Spirit Communication: Understand the challenges spirits face when trying to communicate and the common forms of communication, such as Electronic Voice Phenomena (EVPs) and shadowy figures. [17:41] Distinguishing Spirits from "Demons": Joe clarifies the difference between typical spirits and what are often referred to as "demons," describing the latter as entities from other dimensions that feed on emotional energy, particularly fear. [27:52] Case Study: Dog-like Creatures and a Powerful Entity: Hear a compelling account of a specific paranormal case where Joe encountered unusual dog-like creatures and a powerful entity that required intervention from Archangel Michael. [37:48] Case Study: Helping Murdered Native American Spirits: Joe recounts his experience helping a group of Native American spirits who were murdered and unable to move on. [45:38] The Practice of Smudging: Learn about the ancient practice of smudging, which involves burning specific elements to clear negative energy, and the importance of the practitioner's intention. [01:04:16] Understanding the Prayer Position: Joe explains the significance of the prayer position in the context of aromatherapy and various cultural practices. [01:21:50] Joe's Experience on Paranormal 911: Get insights into Joe's appearance on the Travel Channel show Paranormal 911, including his perspective on the differences between his actual experiences and how they were portrayed on television. [01:23:08] Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/6 Join the River City Mystery Discord channel to meet others from the tri-state area who are into true crime and the paranormal. https://www.rivercitymystery.com/discord https://www.tristateholisticwellness.com/ https://www.facebook.com/paranormalpeace/#

During the summer of 1940, a home just outside of Odon, Indiana, caught fire 28 times in a single day. Witnessed by many, the cause of the fires remains a mystery to this very day.

My wife and I had an encounter with something unusual while taking a walk around Garvin Lake in Evansville on the evening of Saturday, August 21, 2021.