Ghosts of the Windy City: Chicago’s Haunted Past

In this episode, we delve into the shadowy corners of Chicago’s history, exploring its most chilling legends and haunted landmarks. From the spectral sightings at Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery to the twisted legacy of H.H. Holmes’ Murder Castle—now eerily repurposed as a post office—each story unveils a deeper connection between the city’s past and its paranormal present. They also examine the haunting tale of Resurrection Mary and the unsettling myth of the Devil Baby of Hull House. Along the way, they discuss historic tragedies continue to shape the city’s ghost stories. Tune in for a journey through one of America’s most haunted cities.

Windy City Para Fest

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Topics Of Episode

Here's a list of places and topics discussed in the episode:

Bachelors Grove Cemetery

• History of the cemetery
• Paranormal phenomena
• Blue light orbs
• Disappearing house legend
• Ghostly apparitions

H.H. Holmes Murder Castle

• Holmes' background
• Murder Castle's design
• Victims and murder methods
• Conversion to post office
• Paranormal reports

Resurrection Cemetery

• Resurrection Mary legend
• Vanishing hitchhiker story
• Archer Avenue haunted locations
• St. James Sag Church
• Time slip phenomena

Hull House

• Historical background
• Devil Baby legend
• Jane Addams' involvement
• Paranormal rumors
• Immigrant history

Additional Discussion Points

• Chicago's haunted history
• Potential Native American connections
• Prohibition era context
• Al Capone family connection
• Upcoming Windy City Parafest bonus episode

The episode covered a comprehensive overview of Chicago's paranormal and historical sites, blending historical context with supernatural legends.

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"Don't Die on Me" – MYUU

"Haunted" – Ross Bugden

"Realize – Flow Into Darkness"

"It's In The Fog" – Darren Curtis Music

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