Phantom Train
03/10/23 • 9 min
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.coasttocoastam.com/article/british-cops-report-hearing-phantom-train/
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.coasttocoastam.com/article/british-cops-report-hearing-phantom-train/
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The Kelly-Hopkinsville ”Little Green Men” Encounter
This episode dives into the bizarre and enduring mystery of the Kelly-Hopkinsville "Little Green Men" Encounter, a case often cited as a significant Close Encounter of the Third Kind.
Here's a breakdown of the key details discussed:
- Geraldine Sutton Stith's Account: The episode features an interview with Geraldine Sutton Stith, the daughter of Elmer Lucky Sutton, one of the eleven individuals who claimed to have been terrorized by strange creatures on their rural Kentucky farm in the summer of 1955. [01:01]
- The Initial Sightings: Learn about the first sighting by Billy Ray Taylor, who reported seeing an unusual oval, silver object with rainbow colors in the sky. [02:16] Later that evening, both Billy Ray and Lucky Sutton encountered the first of the creatures, described as having large ears, glowing eyes, and arms that extended to the ground. [05:40]
- The Farm Under Siege: Hear the incredible story of how the family reacted to the appearance of multiple creatures, including their attempts to shoot the beings, which seemed to have no effect. [08:46]
- Seeking Help in Hopkinsville: Understand the family's fear and their decision to seek assistance from the authorities in Hopkinsville. [09:01]
- The Official Response: The episode details the investigation by local police and others, who arrived at the farm but found no concrete evidence of the creatures. [09:46]
- The Aftermath for the Sutton Family: Learn about the profound impact of the encounter on the Sutton family, leading them to sell their farm within two weeks due to fear. [14:24] The episode also notes that the case was never officially investigated by any higher authorities. [17:21]
- Challenging Explanations: While some have proposed alternative explanations for the sightings, such as owls, cats, or monkeys, the speaker, Geraldine Sutton Stith, firmly believes it was an encounter with extraterrestrial beings. [25:42]
- Addressing Misconceptions: The episode clarifies a common misconception about the case, stating that alcohol was not a factor during the night of the alleged encounter. [35:56]
Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/9
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
Check out Geraldine's Etsy page for her books and merch:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/aliensandgoblins
Information on Geraldine's appearance on UFO Witness:
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Where is Andi?
This episode focuses on the ongoing search for 24-year-old Andi Wagner, who was last seen in Evansville, Indiana, on August 6, 2022.
Here's a summary of the key information discussed:
- The Search Efforts: The episode highlights the active involvement of Andi's family and friends in the search, including their efforts on the "Where is Andi?" Facebook page. [02:52]
- Community Collaboration: Learn about the collaboration between Rick White, the former Emergency Management Director in Union County, Kentucky, and YouTubers Trey and Ronnie, who organized searches in local waterways. [04:21]
- Family Insights: Hear a clip from an interview with Andi's cousin, Frankie Lee, who discusses the unusual circumstances surrounding Andi's disappearance and mentions a neighbor's involvement with ring camera footage. [06:02]
- Search Updates and Theories: The host interviews Rick White about the planned search efforts and his perspectives on the case, including potential reasons for the lack of progress in the investigation. [18:21]
- Call for Information: The episode concludes with a direct appeal to anyone who may have information about Andi's whereabouts to contact the Evansville Police Department at 812-436-7979. [32:44]
Show Notes: https://www.rivercitymystery.com/11
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
Where is Andi - Facebook Group
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In this episode:
Interview with Rick White, former Emergency Management Director in Union County, Kentucky.
Rick's TikTok: Front Porch America
JuJu's Rabbit Hole - Interview with Franky Lee (Andi's cousin)
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