You thought your family road trips were painful? In this gripping episode, hosts Emily and Caroline delve into the harrowing story of the Donner Party, a group of American pioneers who faced unimaginable hardships while traveling westward in the 1840s. They discuss the series of unfortunate decisions that led the the struggles they encountered and the horrific acts that ensued as they fought for survival. Through detailed historical recounts and personal reflections, this episode sheds light on human resilience and the terrifying extremes of survival. Join us as we unpack one of history's most haunting tales of desperation and endurance.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manifest_destiny

https://www.history.com/topics/19th-century/westward-expansion

https://www.history.com/news/donner-party-route-cannibalism

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donner_Party#:~:text=The%20Donner%20Party%2C%20sometimes%20called,Desert%20in%20present%2Dday%20Utah.

https://www.britannica.com/topic/Donner-party

Welcome back to Live Laugh Lore! In today's episode, Caroline and Emily discuss the captivating folklore of La Ciguapa, a mythical creature from the Dominican Republic. Known for her beautiful yet eerie appearance, La Ciguapa has backward-facing feet and long, luscious hair. They explore various versions of the legend, its possible origins, and its cultural significance. Whether depicted as a shy forest dweller or a vengeful seductress, La Ciguapa continues to enchant and mystify. Join us for an enthralling discussion about myths, mysteries, and everything in between!

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ciguapa

https://www.artisticord.com/2013/09/la-ciguapa-dominican-succubus.html

https://factschology.com/mmm-podcast-articles/origin-ciguapa-dominican-republic

Welcome to 'Live, Laugh, Lore,' the podcast where hosts Emily and Caroline delve deep into the spine-chilling world of folklore and eerie legends. In this episode, join them as they explore the mysterious Pine Barren Forest of New Jersey and its infamous resident, the Jersey Devil. They discuss the forest's haunted history and share accounts of creepy Jersey Devil sightings and legends. The hosts also chat about their personal pet peeves, favorite Christmas movies, and New Year's resolutions. Don't miss out on this thrilling journey into the unknown!

Sources:

https://thelittlehouseofhorrors.com/the-pine-barrens/#:~:text=Pine%20Barrens%20was%20the%20location,US%20and%20Algeria%20in%201815.

https://www.capitalcentury.com/1909.html

https://pinelandsalliance.org/learn-about-the-pinelands/pinelands-history-and-culture/the-jersey-devil-and-folklore/

https://www.nj.com/entertainment/2016/10/13_places_the_jersey_devil_has_been_spotted_in_the.html

https://daily.jstor.org/birthing-the-jersey-devil/

https://www.atlanticcountynj.gov/government/government-information/history-of-atlantic-county/jersey-devil-fact-or-fiction

https://www.reddit.com/r/creepyencounters/comments/p785ca/i_will_never_go_back_there_again/