Get ready to journey into the fascinating past of White Hall Manor, former home of Cassius Marcellus Clay, an outspoken abolitionist, publisher, and diplomat. Feel the eerie chill as we wander through the grand Manor, a place reputed for its active spirit activity, and shed light on the complex legacy of Clay, a man whose contributions to American history are often overlooked.
Join us in this riveting discussion with Mustafa Gadolori, star of the Haunted Discoveries and Craig Owens, founder of Bazaar Los Angeles and author of Haunted by History. Together, we peel back the layers of Clay's intriguing life, from his fearless stance against slavery to his influential role in the sale of Alaska. Listen closely as tales of Clay's fiery personality, his controversial affairs, and connections with the Russian royal family unfold. Brace yourselves as we weave together history and the paranormal in a unique narrative that is sure to leave you captivated. So turn down the lights, turn up the volume, and let's get hunting!
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- Books:
- Finstad, Suzanne. Natasha: The Biography of Natalie Wood. New York: Random House, 2001.
- This biography is one of the most detailed accounts of Natalie Wood’s life. It includes in-depth interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues, and covers her complex relationship with her mother, Maria, her marriage to Robert Wagner, and her career highs and lows. This book provided background on Natalie’s family, her early life, and the pressures she faced, as well as details about her first and second marriages to Wagner.
- Davern, Dennis and Rulli, Marti. Goodbye Natalie, Goodbye Splendour. Medallion Press, 2009.
- Co-written by Dennis Davern, the captain aboard Splendour during Natalie’s last weekend, this book provides Davern’s account of the events surrounding her death, Wagner’s involvement, and his later testimonies. It was a primary source for understanding Davern’s relationship with the couple and details of the fateful Thanksgiving weekend.
- Finstad, Suzanne. Natasha: The Biography of Natalie Wood. New York: Random House, 2001.
- Articles and Websites:
- Vanity Fair: "Natalie Wood’s Fatal Voyage" by Sam Kashner, March 2012.
- This in-depth article investigates Natalie Wood's life, the influence of her mother, her relationship with Wagner, and her final days. It provided insight into the challenges Natalie faced balancing family and career in the years before her death.
- The Los Angeles Times: “After 30 Years, Natalie Wood’s Death Remains an Open Case” by Richard Winton, February 2018.
- This article covers the 2011 reopening of Natalie Wood’s case, with statements from the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and updates on Wagner’s status as a “person of interest.” It was useful for understanding the ongoing investigation and Wagner's relationship with the authorities.
- Town & Country: “The Mystery Surrounding Natalie Wood’s Death” by Sam Dangremond, February 2018.
- This article provides an overview of Natalie’s relationships with Wagner, her family dynamics, and new witness statements from people on Catalina Island that night, contributing details about the Thanksgiving weekend on Splendour and interactions between Natalie, Wagner, and Walken.
- Vanity Fair: "Natalie Wood’s Fatal Voyage" by Sam Kashner, March 2012.
- Documentaries and Media Coverage:
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