Episodes

  • Bonus Episode - Elma Sands
    Mar 12 2023

    Did Elma's cousin curse Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr, and Judge Lansing? Check out this episode and see if you can separate fact from fiction. 

    Wanna reach out with feedback or episode ideas? Email me at thecrookedbroomstickpodcast@gmail.com

    You can also follow along with me on Instagram @thecrookedbroomstickpodcast

    Upcoming episodes will dive into the mysterious death of Meriwether Lewis and (drum roll please.....) the history of Halloween!!! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast if you want to follow along with all the spooky stories still to come. 

    Music and sound effects in this episode are provided by Pixaby. 

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    7 mins
  • Elma Sands and the Manhattan Well Murder
    Feb 26 2023

    When Elma Sands left her home on December 22, 1799 she thought she was running away to get married. Instead, she stepped out of the safety of her home and into the pages of history, becoming one of New York City's most famous unsolved murders. 


    To see images related to this episode, including two book recommendations, please visit The Crooked Broomstick on Instagram. @thecrookedbroomstickpodcast

    To share your thoughts on this episode or to suggest other episodes, please email the crew at thecrookedbroomstickpodcast@gmail.com 


    Check back next week for a bonus episode on the curse that Elma's sister put on Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr and the rest of the team prosecuting and defending her sister's suspected killer. 

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    21 mins
  • Bonus Episode - The Death of Giles Corey and the Curse on Salem
    Dec 27 2022

    Over 300 years ago Giles Corey laid a curse on Salem Village with his dying breath...or did he? Listen to the episode and decide for yourself. 

    To share your thoughts or ideas for future episodes please send me an email at thecrookedbroomstickpodcast@gmail.com


    Resources for this episode include:

    https://historyofmassachusetts.org/the-curse-of-giles-corey/

    https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/massachusetts/curse-salem-ma/


    Music provided by Pixabay.com

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    11 mins
  • The Salem Witch Trials
    Dec 10 2022

    In 1692 the infamous witch trials that had plagued Europe made their way to America in destructive fashion. In less than a year over 200 people stood accused and 20 were dead. What exactly happened in Salem, Massachusetts in the winter of 1692? What caused the hysteria that gripped a small town? Check out this episode to find out more and be sure to visit the below links for more information. 

    Wanna share your theories on what happened in Salem? Email me at thecrookedbroomstickpodcast@gmail.com

    Wanna follow me on social media: Instagram and TikTok @msrachelhamilton

    Looking for a great book recommendation? Check out my favorite book on the trials: The Witches: Salem, 1692 by Stacy Schiff 

    https://www.amazon.com/The-Witches-Stacy-Schiff-audiobook/dp/B016V5IG1C/ref=sr_1_1?crid=77130GLF1LNL&keywords=the+witches+stacy+schiff&qid=1670654326&sprefix=the+witches+s%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-1

    Show Sources:

    https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/a-brief-history-of-the-salem-witch-trials-175162489/

    https://allthatsinteresting.com/salem-witch-trials-causes/6

    https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/salem-witch-hunt-trump-tweet

    https://www.ushistory.org/us/3g.asp

    https://www.biography.com/news/salem-witch-trials-facts

    https://historyofmassachusetts.org/ann-putnam-jr/

    Music provided by: Pixaby SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras

    https://pixabay.com/music/scary-childrens-tunes-creepy-music-box-halloween-music-horror-scary-spooky-dark-ambient-118577/

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    30 mins
  • Trailer
    Dec 4 2022

    Thank you for visiting The Crooked Broomstick. 

    If you would like to suggest a future topic please email thecrookedbroomstickpodcast@gmail.com


    Music from Pixaby Music. Created by: Sound Gallery by Demitry Taras

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    3 mins