On this special A Closer Look Episode, the ladies share their spooky tales from their tour at the worlds most haunted ship, The Queen Mary after diving deep into its history on Episode 35 "Ladies Who Go on a Ghostly Voyage".

If you have been to The Queen Mary and have any chilling stories or photos from your time on the ship, email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with any stories or photos!

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In this week’s episode, Lindsay opens the storybook and tells an often forgotten unsettling fairytale: Bluebeard. As the Quail Oak is poured, the ladies open doors they shouldn’t, gush over colorful beards, and recount their favorite Taylor Swift music videos. So grab a yearless sauvignon blanc and try to find the moral of this twisted tale. Ladies Who Dye Their Beards will ensure you never ignore the ick again.

TW:

Death, gore, murder

Sources:

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In this week’s episode, Jessie gives the ladies nightmares with tales of: The Rake. As the Martin’s Rake is poured, the ladies have telepathic dreams of ghost children, gush over Heidi Klum’s Medusa costume, and strengthen their hive mind with Lindsay’s return! So grab the nearest rosé and don’t look at the edge of your bed, Ladies Who Watch You Sleep will have you securing your eye mask extra tight tonight.

TW

Suicide, death, horror

Sources:

“The Rake” by Bryan Somerville on Creepypasta Wiki

“The Rake” by Lizsower13 on Ghosts in the Burbs

“Based on a True Story” by Jacob Geers on Culture Crush

A TikTok video by Babysyd91

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In this special Halloween episode, Sammy takes the ladies back to the start of all Halloween festivities: Samhain. As the Misfits and Mavens is poured, the ladies tell scary stories of a jealous ghost, discuss lucid dreaming in cloud cities, and bob for apples (for love, of course). So grab your spookiest Pinot Noir and don your costumes, Ladies Who Celebrate Fire Festivals will have you eager to share fun facts at every party. 

NOTE: Jessie’s mic and video cut out with 20 minutes left. We did the best we could, but technology put up a good fight.

“Samhain” by Editors on History.com

“Wheel of the Year” by Anon on thenewpagan.wordpress.com

“Who Were the Druids? Demystifying the Mystics of the Ancident Celtic World” by I.E. on Irish Myths

“6 Halloween Rituals Rooted in the Ancient Celtic Festival of Samhain” by I.E. on Irish Myths

“What Is Samhain? (Definition and Etymology)” by I.E. on Irish Myths

“Halloween 2025” by Editors on History.com

“Samhain to Soulmass: The Pagan origins of familiar Halloween rituals” by Beverley D’Silva on BBC

“A Brief History of Samhain: When (and Where) Did Halloween’s Celtic Predecessor Get Its Start?” by I.E. on Irish Myths

“Spirits of Samhain: Irish mythical creatures that haunt us on Halloween” by staff on Ireland.ie

“About Puca” by staff at Puca halloween Festival

Uncover Halloween's origins in Ireland by staff at Ireland.com

Some divination and rituals with apples:

https://mossandmagic.com/apple-magic-rituals-and-spells-using-the-fruit-of-the-season/

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In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes the ladies on a trot with one of Halloween’s spookiest stories: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and The Headless Horseman. As the Doc’s Cider is sipped, the ladies fawn over trombones, decide the difference between Georges and read an excerpt from Julie Peters’ witchy new book. So grab your favorite cider and hold on to the reins, Ladies Who Lose Their Heads will surely have you stopping in Sleepy Hollow in no time.

Sources:

Irving, Washington. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Project Gutenberg.

“Sleepy Hollow & The Haunted Hudson.” American History Hit, podcast, October 31, 2022

“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Wikipedia, last modified October 21, 2025.

Kellermeyer, M. Grant. “The Truth Behind the Legend: Historical Inspirations for Irving’s Horseman-Haunted Sleepy Hollow.” OldStyleTales, September 4, 2018 (updated November 21, 2023).

“Beyond Sleepy Hollow: Other Headless Horsemen.” Notebook of Ghosts, January 15, 2023.

Wiggins, Steve A. “Naming Sleepy Hollow.” Steve A. Wiggins, July 13, 2025.

“Headless Horseman Bridge.” and other excerpts from Visit Sleepy Hollow.

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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes the ladies aboard one of America’s most haunted ships: The Queen Mary. As the Spyglass is sipped, the ladies fight off curses, try out new Oktoberfest contraptions, and refuse to make their beds. So grab your favorite cabernet sauvignon and ready your sea legs, Ladies Who Go on a Ghostly Voyage will have you cackling and cowering all at the same time. 

TW

Death, murder, suicide

Sources:

“Hauntings of the RMS Queen Mary” Uncredited at US Ghost Adventures

“We Tried It: I Spent a Spooky Night Aboard the Queen Mary — One of the Most Haunted Hotels in America” by Julie Jordan for People Magazine

"There's Something about Mary (but It's Not What You've Heard)" by Chris Perley on Skeptical Inquirer

"My Family Spent The Night on the Most Haunted Ship in the World. This is What Happened" by Rina Nehdar on L.A. Family Travel

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In this week’s episode, the ladies celebrate their one year birthday with trivia, creepy pastas, and superlatives. As the champagne flows, the ladies gab about their fondest haunted experiences, test their knowledge on lore, and share their birthday presents with you! So get your party hat and your favorite glass of bubbly, Ladies Who Turn One, will have you giggling all day long. 

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In this week’s episode, Sammy starts the fall season off strong with the reason behind everyone’s favorite decor: Jack o’Lanterns. As the Pumpkin Spice is sipped, the ladies get inspired by fall candles, romanticize male friendship, and read another listener lore. So grab the nearest fall-themed Chardonnay and break out your carving kit, Ladies Who Try PSLs will have you yearning for your 500th rewatch of Halloweentown in no time.

Sources:

“How Jack O’Lanterns Originated in Irish Myth” by staff on History.com

“Stingy Jack and the History of the Jack-o’-Lantern” by Les Hewitt on Historic Mysteries

“The Jack-O-Lantern’s Origins” by Andrew Huntley on Carnegie Museum of Natural History

“The Legend of Sean na Gealaí/Stingy Jack: From Mischievous Crook to Piteous Spook” by Helen de Búrca on Gaelchultúr.com

“Stingy Jack and the Birth of the Jack O'Lantern” by Anon on Saints & Scholars

“Heaviest jack o’lantern” by Staff at Guiness World Records

“Illinois is the nation’s leading pumpkin producer. Here’s why” by Anna Koh on IPM News

“The Jaw-Dropping History of the Jack-O’-Lantern: A Tale of Turnips, Samhain, and Severed Heads” by I.E. on Irishmyths.com

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In this week’s episode, Lindsay touches on everyone’s favorite misunderstood dark magic: Curses. As the Black Girl Magic is sipped, the ladies lament about high school reunions, reinvent trademarking, and call upon the power of Etsy witches. So grab your favorite sparkling brut, and don’t add to the curse counter, Ladies Who Won’t Put a Spell on You will be sure to have you watching your lungs and liver in no time.

Sources:

Bernstein, M. H., Blease, C., Locher, C., & Brown, W. A. (2024, February 16). The nocebo effect: History and contemporary applications. Mayo Clinic Press.

Wikipedia contributors. (2025, September 21). Apotropaic magic. Wikipedia.

Stavrou, A. (2025, April 30). Archaeologists unearth lucky penis pendant near Hadrian’s Wall. The Independent.

Education.com. (n.d.). Curses: What are they and are they real? Education.com.

Ancient Origins. (2019, April 25). Ancient curses: Five ways to create calamity in the ancient world. Ancient Origins.

Stack Exchange. (2016, April 9). Why are curse words called "curse" words? English Language & Usage Stack Exchange.

Connect Paranormal Blog. (n.d.). Curses and hexes in history. Connect Paranormal Blog.

No Longer Lukewarm. (2020, April 26). Word curses are real: Speak life & not death. No Longer Lukewarm.

Snarky Lisa. (2025, March 1). How to curse someone (with high efficacy). Medium.

Laitner, M. (2013). The Kennedy curse. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.

Bible Study Tools. (n.d.). Are there generational curses? What the Bible teaches on the subject. Bible Study Tools.

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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us back to school with Nigeria’s scariest teacher: Madame Koi Koi. As La Belle Angele is poured, the ladies gush over merch, giggle about slumber parties, and pressure their peers into eating butter sandwiches. So grab your favorite Syrah and don’t leave the dorm at night, Ladies Who Want Their Shoe Back will have you hiding under the covers all night long.

TW:

Child abuse, death, horror

Sources:

“Beauty hurts: Madam Koi Koi” by JM Plumbley on Monster Meet

“Nigerian Myth #2: The Story of Madam Koi Koi” by simisola2 on steemit

“Madam koi koi” by rain_girlll on Reddit

“Lady Koi Koi: The Red-Heeled Ghost of Nigeria” by Hector Navarro on Factschology

“The Story Behind KO..KO..KA (A Yoruba Mythological Story” by dave7658 on Hive Blog

“Yoruba Dream Symbols” from The Adventure of Akin Blog

“Historical and Sociocultural Relevance of Royal ‘Ahenema’ sandals in Asante Culture” from Exploring Visual Cultures by Osuanyi Quaicoo Essel

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In this week’s episode, Sammy explores one of the internet’s favorite creepy pastas: the Backrooms. As the Hall is poured, the ladies desire new witchy bathroom decor, share their weekly menty-bs, and yearn for spooky Mario Kart. So grab the nearest Sauvignon Blanc and choose the right path, Ladies Who Walk Through Liminal Spaces will have you second guessing your office space in no time.

TW

Slight horror

Sources:

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In this special Closer Look episode, the ladies sit down with the award-winning team behind Hulu's newest documentary, Blood and Myth: creator James Dommek Jr. and director Kahlil Hudson. Adapted from the wildly successful Audible series Midnight Son, Blood and Myth follows James' journey in his Alaskan town when a respected Iñupiaq actor (Teddy Kyle Smith) becomes a fugitive after a series of violent crimes. Upon his arrest, Teddy claims that the Iñukuns, mythical humanoids of his culture, influenced him to do it. As the conversation flows, Kahlil and James regale the ladies with tales of how they were able to skirt the legal system and sit down with Teddy in jail, how the Alaskan wilderness became a main character in their folklore, and their run-ins with the Iñukuns. In this exciting discussion of folklore, empathy and returning to your roots, the ladies were left in awe and with the strange feeling that maybe the Iñukuns aren't so mythological after all...

Blood and Myth streams on Hulu September 4th. Make sure you let the ladies know what your thoughts at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com!

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In this week’s episode, Jessie gives life to one of the scariest artifacts in paranormal history: Annabelle, the doll. As the Magic Box is sipped, the ladies practice their yeast screams, justify their fears of Ouija Boards, and learn of a surprising tie in to a controversial comedian. So grab your favorite red blend and the nearest holy water, Ladies Who Are Not Mocking You is sure to leave you censoring your thoughts and checking your rear view mirrors.

TW

Sudden death

Sources:

“Meet the Real Haunted Doll Behind ‘Annabelle’” by Katie Serena on All That’s Interesting

“What is the Annabelle Doll and Why Are People So Convinced it’s Haunted?” by Becca Wood on Today

“Annabelle The Haunted Doll” Uncredited on bostonghosts.com

“My Life Turned into a Nightmare After Meeting the Real Annabelle Doll” by Marisa Martinez on Wicked Horror

“Real ‘Annabelle’ story shared by Lorraine Warren at Milford’s Lauralton Hall” by Pam McLoughin on New Haven Register

“10 Facts About Famed Paranormal Investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren” by Adam Hunter on Mental Floss

“Comedian Matt Rife Reveals He Is Now Guardian of the ‘Haunted’ Annabelle Doll After Purchasing Paranormal Investigators’ Connecticut Home” by Kelsi Karruli on realtor.com

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In this week’s episode, Sammy takes the ladies on a wild ride through the happiest place on Earth: Disneyland! As the Forever Young is poured, the ladies struggle through minor concussions, pitch the hottest new movie, and discuss all things named Kevin. So get your Fast Pass, a fresh churro, and some Disney spirit, Ladies Who Must Be 40 Inches Tall to Ride will have you searching for your favorite new ghosts on your next trip!

TW: Death

Sources:

YOUTUBE VIDEO: “5 DISNEYLAND GHOSTS Caught On Video” by WOWsoAmaze on Youtube

(https://youtu.be/OT-mUZxjdWE?si=AzzjtkGfN4VHlPnl)

"Here’s How a Four‑Page Contract Started The Walt Disney Company" by Anon on The Walt Disney Company

“Walt Disney’s Laugh‑O‑grams, 1921‑1923" by Russell Merritt and J.B. Kaufman on Silent Film Festival

"Hollywood Cartoonland: Walt Disney's Alice Comedies" by Lucas Seastrom on waltdisney.org

"Why Alice Changed The Fate of Disney Forever" by Anon on The Disney Classics

"About Walt Disney" by staff at D23 on D23.com

"Disney Worker Recounts Ghostly Experience on 'Haunted' Children's Ride" by Kathleen Joyce on WanderWisdom 

"Haunted Winnie the Pooh Ride at Disneyland" by knmckeon on USC Digital Folklore Archives

"Is the Most Haunted Ride at Disney Hiding in Plain Sight?" by Eva Miller on Inside the Magic 

"Home – 21 Royal – Disneyland" by staff at 21 Royal Disneyland on 21royaldisneyland.com

"8 Secret Places Only Cast Members Know About in Disneyland" by Robin Burks on AllEars.Net

"10 Disneyland Urban Legends, Some Of Them True" by Juliet Bennett Rylah on LAist 

"How a Strange Rumor of Walt Disney’s Death Became Legend" by Dr. Howard Markel on PBS NewsHour

"Cast Members Share Ghost Encounters at Disney" by Jessica Weisz on Inside the Magic 

"Current/Former Cast Members, What Are Your Ghost Stories?" by various on Reddit 

"As Long as There Is Imagination Left in the World..." by Stan on Imagineering Disney

"Haunted Disneyland: Ghosts in the Happiest Place on Earth" by Kristin on WanderWisdom

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You've unlocked another Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to a topic we've touched on before. In this week's episode, Jessie takes listeners behind the scenes on some of horror's favorite movies, whose plots may not be the only thing that's haunted. From Poltergeist to The Exorcist to one of the most allegedly haunted screenplays, this episode will have you racing to your TV to re-watch these classics. Just make sure the ghosts don't follow you home too...If you have any stories about haunted movie sets (or haunted places in general) let us know at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com.

Sources:

“Was ‘The Exorcist’ a Cursed Productions?” by Rhianna Malas on Collider

“Satan, scandal and S Club 7: The remarkable story of The Exorcist child star Linda Blair” by Annabel Nugent at The Independent.

“The Omen’s Cursed Production is as Terrifying as the Movie” by Lloyd Farley on Collider

“The Haunted History of ‘Poltergeist’” by Matt Shore on Collider

“The Curse of Atuk: A Hollywood Script That Has Killed 5 Actors” by Charlotte Hollingsworth in Paranormal Shit

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In this week’s episode, Lindsay flies us over the Atlantic to unravel the legend of everyone’s favorite ghostly pirate ship: The Flying Dutchman. As the Joseph Händler flows, the ladies explore the rules of the high seas, discuss unexpected childhood celeb crushes, and uncover potential real life air benders. So pour yourself a glass of your favorite sweet Riesling and steady your nautical legs, Ladies Who Avoid the Open Ocean will leave you thankful to be on land. 

TW: Death

Sources Include: 

“The Flying Dutchman.” Visiting the Dutch Countryside,

“Flying Dutchman.” SpongeBob Wiki, Fandom,

Gross, Terry. “The Story of the Flying Dutchman.” NPR, 6 Oct. 2011,

“History of the Flying Dutchman.” VentureSail Holidays,

“Here Be Monsters: Sailor Stories & Nautical Folklore.” Blackthorn & Stone, 21 May 2020,

“The Flying Dutchman – Explained.” and "Why Have So Many People Seen Ghost Ships?" YouTube, uploaded by Wendigoon and Kaz Rowe

“Fata Morgana; The Flying Dutchman; Ghost Ships; Caleuche; Fireship of Baie des Chaleurs.” Wikipedia,

“The Flying Dutchman (ATU 777).” Folklore and Mythology Electronic Texts, University of Pittsburgh,

Special Thanks to the Pirates of the Caribbean Franchise

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You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Lindsay takes listeners to coastal Carolina to uncover the truth behind one of history's closest mermaid encounters. Got your own mermaid lore? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.

Sources:

“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by Katie Smith on CHS today (June 16, 2023)

“Mermaid Histories and Power” from African-Atlantic Cultures and the South Carolina Lowcountry by Ras Michael Brown, published by Cambridge University Press (October 5, 2012)

“The Feejee Mermaid: Early Barnum Hoax” by Jessie Szalay on Live Science (September 8, 2016)

“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by staff at Kiawah River

“Two Little-Known Charleston Legends That Time Has Nearly Forgotten” by Dustin Waters (October 28, 2015)

"Dr. Trott's Apothecary and The Mermaid Riot" by staff for Charleston (January 29th, 2025)

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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on an archeological expedition through one of history’s juiciest legends: The Mummy’s Curse. As the Thievery is poured, the ladies celebrate their wins, debate the British Museum, and fan girl over the one and only Dr. Kathleen Martinez. So grab the nearest red blend and prepare your tomb for the Afterlife, Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You will have you believing in curses in no time.

TW

Death, suicide, brief mention of sexual assault

Sources:

“The Tomb of Tutankhamen” by Howard Carter

“Egyptian Mummies” by staff at the Smithsonian

“What is the ancient Egyptian ‘mummy’s curse’?” by Owen Jarus on LiveScience

“The Real Life Mummy’s Curse: Ancient Remains Could Infect Humans” by Diana Bocco at Ripley’s

“Ancient Egyptian tomb warnings, curses, and ghosts” by Dr. Dan Potter, at National Museum Scotland

“The mummy’s curse might be real - but it’s caused by a fungus” by Rose Pomeroy on Big Think

“The Curse of Pharaoh Tutankhamun” by Google Arts & Culture, online exhibit

“The Curse of Cleopatra’s Needle” by Miss_Jessel on Haunted Palace Blog

“Cleopatra’s Curse Fact and Fiction” by the Academia Universal de Liderazgo y Aprendizaje

Cleopatra’s Tomb series on TikTok by Dr. Harini Bhat, PharmD

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In this week’s episode, Sammy flies us to the battlefield with the harrowing and mystical tale of one of Scotland’s fiercest goddesses: The Morrigan. As the Valravn is poured, the ladies pitch ACOTAR theories, discover their telepathy powers, and determine that once you’re a horse girl, you’re always a horse girl. So grab the nearest pinot noir and find your favorite crow, Ladies Who BLANK will have you cheering on the battlefield in no time! 

TW: Death

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