<![CDATA[Fox Cities Murder & Mayhem]]>25d52150-e535-5993-8375-a43903748978Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:00:19 +0000Captivate.fmGavin Schmitthttps://artwork.captivate.fm/473f2c32-a319-4223-8ff7-1aee15b86309/eSToNrXhwGRGbz7YIvG08YkK.jpgFox Cities Murder & MayhemGavin SchmittGavin SchmittWisconsin has had it's fair share of notorious criminals that have been in the spotlight over the years, but what about bizarre crimes and mayhem that have vanished over time? Join author Gavin Schmitt and Eric Wulterkens as they take you through stories of crimes that were once front page news. Gavin will share crimes from his book "Fox Cities Murder & Mayhem" as well as those that have never been shared by him before. If you're a fan of true crime who is tired of hearing about the same murders over and over, then you'll definitely like this podcast. And as listeners from the Wisconsin Fox Cities have said, some of these stories (such as the Appleton Butcher episode) have brought back memories of when they first heard about the cases as children. Not from Wisconsin? Don't worry, no knowledge of Wisconsin is necessary to enjoy these episodes.https://gavinschmitt.com/fox-cities-murder-mayhem-podcast/falseepisodicnopodcastMenominee and the death penaltyMenominee and the death penaltyIn this episode we discuss the only 2 people to be sentenced to the death penalty and their weird connection

]]>In this episode we discuss the only 2 people to be sentenced to the death penalty and their weird connection

]]>293eec3e-00be-4c03-a077-6f3d88ddf3deTue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -050036:25falsefull21241242Henry Frambach, The Civil War, Paper Mills, Mormons and goldHenry Frambach, The Civil War, Paper Mills, Mormons and goldIn this episode we discuss the first mayor of Kaukauna, Henry Frambach. Not murder and mayhem, but just an interesting character with a story everyone should hear.

]]>In this episode we discuss the first mayor of Kaukauna, Henry Frambach. Not murder and mayhem, but just an interesting character with a story everyone should hear.

]]>113df2a3-7810-42dc-841a-9036686b90e3Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -050038:41falsefull21231232Live Show March 8 at 12:00!!!!!Live Show March 8 at 12:00!!!!!This is our public service announcement of the a Live show coming to Appleton featuring your favorite podcast!

]]>This is our public service announcement of the a Live show coming to Appleton featuring your favorite podcast!

]]>caddce8a-6d97-416b-9084-a348422a02efThu, 05 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -050002:59falsefull21251252Stephen Gaunt hits a guy on the headStephen Gaunt hits a guy on the headA family filled with mental illness and the son Stephen Gaunt, decides to kill someone working on his farm because he was told too


]]>A family filled with mental illness and the son Stephen Gaunt, decides to kill someone working on his farm because he was told too


]]>f3d24c23-9d1c-45b3-8fc2-f2c71d49f58cTue, 03 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -050033:49falsefull21221222A Gavin Book ProjectA Gavin Book ProjectGavin discusses a book project that he has been working on the history of the Kaukauna Police Department

]]>Gavin discusses a book project that he has been working on the history of the Kaukauna Police Department

]]>30a12dbd-ba22-44d7-aebd-1ccefbe68fd6Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -050041:53falsefull21211212Henry Quaid, A boat Crash and IndonesiaHenry Quaid, A boat Crash and IndonesiaIn this episode we talk about a boat crash in Kaukauna that kills almost an entire family. We then tell the story of one of the surviving family members and what his trip to Indonesia leads too.

]]>In this episode we talk about a boat crash in Kaukauna that kills almost an entire family. We then tell the story of one of the surviving family members and what his trip to Indonesia leads too.

]]>cb9e97c8-8d8b-445a-b086-fc1ab572cdcaTue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -050043:20falsefull21201202Three Henry Dunbars and some planesThree Henry Dunbars and some planesHear the story of a family who was early in the world of flying in Oshkosh and some crashes that happened to them.

]]>Hear the story of a family who was early in the world of flying in Oshkosh and some crashes that happened to them.

]]>d4a768d0-9e27-4d8f-801d-a05776824165Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -050045:56falsefull21191192Big Trouble in Little HortonvilleBig Trouble in Little HortonvilleWe hear the story of a man who manages to take control of the entire Hortonville government for 5 hours.

]]>We hear the story of a man who manages to take control of the entire Hortonville government for 5 hours.

]]>5c00923a-eb5a-4ed5-baf0-dc62b2ce0a1bTue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -050037:12falsefull21181182Rerun: Polio in KaukaunaRerun: Polio in KaukaunaIn this episode we hear about the devastation throughout the city of Kaukauna when the Polio virus popped up and started spreading

]]>In this episode we hear about the devastation throughout the city of Kaukauna when the Polio virus popped up and started spreading

]]>26f5c9f5-3c72-46ce-85b1-8cf0a27fdc4dTue, 23 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -050051:48falsefull21171172Rerun: Maribel CavesRerun: Maribel CavesIn this episode we discuss the history of the Maribel Caves and Hotel, and whether Al Capone could have visited the hotel. This is a Milwaukee Mafia Patreon episode that we are sharing on this feed, as there is all sorts of connections to Kaukauna :)

]]>In this episode we discuss the history of the Maribel Caves and Hotel, and whether Al Capone could have visited the hotel. This is a Milwaukee Mafia Patreon episode that we are sharing on this feed, as there is all sorts of connections to Kaukauna :)

]]>9845d2d1-6b3b-45aa-b6ce-72a23dd792d7Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -050039:11falsefull21161162The Haunted BookstoreThe Haunted BookstoreGavin tells about a recent project he worked with a local bookstore to turn the store into a haunted experience based on Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem stories

]]>Gavin tells about a recent project he worked with a local bookstore to turn the store into a haunted experience based on Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem stories

]]>5c6ec81b-fc8e-45af-8bcb-1d9296ad2a29Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -050026:11falsefull21151152Prohibition in the Fox CitiesProhibition in the Fox CitiesProhibition, police corruption and lots and lots of beer, Here the story of Prohibition in the Valley in the Live episode from the Kaukauna Public Library

]]>Prohibition, police corruption and lots and lots of beer, Here the story of Prohibition in the Valley in the Live episode from the Kaukauna Public Library

]]>e2f004da-cc37-43c0-857f-aac139b12fd2Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -050001:03:54falsefull21141142Fred Crawford shoots his wifeFred Crawford shoots his wifeHear the story of a menasha man who shoots his wife when she is driven to ask for a divorce

]]>Hear the story of a menasha man who shoots his wife when she is driven to ask for a divorce

]]>0401f408-468d-4bb7-977b-e164227e0090Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -050050:01falsefull21131132The Barnes Hecker Mine DisasterThe Barnes Hecker Mine DisasterIn this episode we travel to Eric's home away from home Ishpeming MI and hear the story of a 1926 Mine disaster as told by Mary Tippett a relative of many of the miners involved as well as author of the book Enduring Legacies.

]]>In this episode we travel to Eric's home away from home Ishpeming MI and hear the story of a 1926 Mine disaster as told by Mary Tippett a relative of many of the miners involved as well as author of the book Enduring Legacies.

]]>d3e3f730-df23-4a9c-8f5e-7ce9fcbdbb89Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -050001:31:08falsefull21121122Dale Wisconsin ExplosionDale Wisconsin ExplosionHear the story of a tragic explosion in the small town of Dale, Wisconsin and hear a little of the backstory of the city.

]]>Hear the story of a tragic explosion in the small town of Dale, Wisconsin and hear a little of the backstory of the city.

]]>5c7dc507-bef2-4470-b506-4886ab5d4986Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050037:41falsefull21111112William Wolf and Grave RobbingWilliam Wolf and Grave RobbingWe discuss William Wolf The caretaker of the Grignon Mansion turned archeologist and just a few of his stories some of which are just grave robbing

]]>We discuss William Wolf The caretaker of the Grignon Mansion turned archeologist and just a few of his stories some of which are just grave robbing

]]>0beaef0d-ff21-4533-8259-e48d98811449Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050050:48falsefull21101102Mary Van Hoof and the virgin MaryMary Van Hoof and the virgin MaryIn this episode we here the story of a women who has ongoing conversations with the Virgin Mary and draws in huge crowds to see her speak to the virgin mary

]]>In this episode we here the story of a women who has ongoing conversations with the Virgin Mary and draws in huge crowds to see her speak to the virgin mary

]]>b634ae75-7955-4fcb-b863-e263d8c491afTue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050050:19falsefull21091092Outagamie Asylum Part 2Outagamie Asylum Part 2In this episode we here the conclusion of the Asylum story

]]>In this episode we here the conclusion of the Asylum story

]]>5131d73e-7499-4c54-85be-fcf347df0c6dTue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -050049:45falsefull21081082Outagamie Asylum Part 1Outagamie Asylum Part 1In this episode we start the story of the Outagamie insane asylum

]]>In this episode we start the story of the Outagamie insane asylum

]]>8de830f9-cabd-49c9-bf91-2452a06b366cTue, 05 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -050037:13falsefull21071072Introducing Stigmas and open WouldsIntroducing Stigmas and open WouldsListen to an episode of one of our sister shows Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem

]]>Listen to an episode of one of our sister shows Fox Cities Murder and Mayhem

]]>a38d64b4-5fd5-4885-9fdc-fead488f7a37Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050048:08falsefull21061062John Stickl kidnaps Helen GetrudeJohn Stickl kidnaps Helen GetrudeIn this episode we hear the story of a man who kidnaps a 13 year old girl.

]]>In this episode we hear the story of a man who kidnaps a 13 year old girl.

]]>e9144352-0a4b-4345-a620-376b1a2f8e7cTue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050029:18falsefull210510522 Guys fight over a City Treasurer Position2 Guys fight over a City Treasurer PositionIn this episode we discuss in the early days of wisconsin goverment Outagamie county ended up having 2 people fight aggressively over who the rightful treasurer was

]]>In this episode we discuss in the early days of wisconsin goverment Outagamie county ended up having 2 people fight aggressively over who the rightful treasurer was

]]>fcd6b5a1-6655-4998-8604-6dadfb991a6bTue, 08 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050045:32falsefull21041042Leroy KuhnkeLeroy KuhnkeAn open and shut murder that is directly tied to our previous episode

]]>An open and shut murder that is directly tied to our previous episode

]]>09709e35-13af-49fd-929f-ad5bba996fe8Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -050042:15falsefull21031032Weyauwega Double MurderWeyauwega Double MurderIn this episode we continue on with the next episode falling a familar family into the world of a different murder

]]>In this episode we continue on with the next episode falling a familar family into the world of a different murder

]]>0732e971-e468-4fbb-9acb-2e9203f693c7Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -050043:27falsefull21021022Bonnie Marie NewbyBonnie Marie NewbyIn this episode we hear about a women that goes missing, and there is no evidence of what could have happened, the only eyewitness happens to be the main suspect

]]>In this episode we hear about a women that goes missing, and there is no evidence of what could have happened, the only eyewitness happens to be the main suspect

]]>89d173cf-7038-45e8-a7e9-1655e33ef4ebTue, 27 May 2025 09:00:00 -050035:00falsefull21011012Dan TouseyDan TouseyIn this episode we hear about A bar owner, and is treated awfully when violence erupts in his bar

]]>In this episode we hear about A bar owner, and is treated awfully when violence erupts in his bar

]]>3475edc1-0ca3-43fc-83e8-d6d43426b9c5Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 -050043:58falsefull21001002Mano Wellington NussMano Wellington NussIn this episode of the podcast we travel to De pere for a murder story that is based completely on eyewitness testimony

]]>In this episode of the podcast we travel to De pere for a murder story that is based completely on eyewitness testimony

]]>aff1b4bc-2519-4558-a14b-fce9b5c65057Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -050036:45falsefull299992Introducing The Milwaukee Mafia PodcastIntroducing The Milwaukee Mafia PodcastIn this episode we discuss Robert Warrens first push to take down the Mafia in Milwaukee

]]>In this episode we discuss Robert Warrens first push to take down the Mafia in Milwaukee

]]>0f8cf6ba-b59b-4eff-a069-5d0b62908926Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -050034:18falsefull298982Steinthal MonsterSteinthal MonsterIn this episode we hear about 4 kids who go out monster hunting. Three of the kids wind up dead.

]]>In this episode we hear about 4 kids who go out monster hunting. Three of the kids wind up dead.

]]>fec48c95-dfd2-4d9b-819b-6ecc50f488cdTue, 15 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -050022:28falsefull297972Zion Part 2Zion Part 2In this episode we conclude the story of Zion IL

]]>In this episode we conclude the story of Zion IL

]]>10fc939d-8ac0-4624-a8f6-a898630816d2Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -050057:10falsefull296962Zion Part 1Zion Part 1In this episode we hear the story of a small community in Northern Illinois that is solely controlled by a church

]]>In this episode we hear the story of a small community in Northern Illinois that is solely controlled by a church

]]>4c841e80-0faa-4800-ae84-3442ebd31270Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -050044:23falsefull295952Fred PriceFred PriceIn this episode we discuss Fred Price, and a couple of violent offenses he was involved in

]]>In this episode we discuss Fred Price, and a couple of violent offenses he was involved in

]]>06915430-eb51-4b2f-a209-09a8bb12f93eTue, 04 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -050043:06falsefull294942Polio in KaukaunaPolio in KaukaunaIn this episode we hear about the devastation throughout the city of Kaukauna when the Polio virus popped up and started spreading

]]>In this episode we hear about the devastation throughout the city of Kaukauna when the Polio virus popped up and started spreading

]]>c502fe1f-f8a9-451a-bf68-ad43b7c5fafcTue, 18 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -050051:48falsefull293932Maribel CavesMaribel CavesIn this episode we discuss the history of the Maribel Caves and Hotel, and whether Al Capone could have visited the hotel. This is a Milwaukee Mafia Patreon episode that we are sharing on this feed, as there is all sorts of connections to Kaukauna :)

]]>In this episode we discuss the history of the Maribel Caves and Hotel, and whether Al Capone could have visited the hotel. This is a Milwaukee Mafia Patreon episode that we are sharing on this feed, as there is all sorts of connections to Kaukauna :)

]]>a10a02e0-e650-4167-be8a-e5134b8665a1Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -050039:11falsefull292922William HylandWilliam HylandIn this episode we hear about a spat between a city representative and the local newspapers editor.

]]>In this episode we hear about a spat between a city representative and the local newspapers editor.

]]>f0b2f89e-e5d8-44a3-a61f-7d5039296373Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -050029:43falsefull291912Introducing Prime Bookselling PodcastIntroducing Prime Bookselling PodcastThis is an intro to one our of networks podcast The Prime Bookselling Podcast. Looking to start a business, or a side hustle? Amazon Bookselling might be for you.

]]>This is an intro to one our of networks podcast The Prime Bookselling Podcast. Looking to start a business, or a side hustle? Amazon Bookselling might be for you.

]]>de5be3a0-38c3-4ed2-934b-e2dd9445c299Wed, 15 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -050014:55falsefull292922The Kaukauna Dog Track: The fallThe Kaukauna Dog Track: The fallIn this episode we discuss how everything falls about for the Kaukauna do track

]]>In this episode we discuss how everything falls about for the Kaukauna do track

]]>1763c7eb-2ad8-4d23-b9cc-1284496046dfTue, 07 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -050049:08falsefull290902Rerun: Jon Canon and CryogenicsRerun: Jon Canon and CryogenicsIn this episode we discuss Joe Canon or Joe the Trader as some may know him. We discuss his deep obsession with cryogenics and his failed attempts at launching a cryogenics storage facility in Ellington WI.

]]>In this episode we discuss Joe Canon or Joe the Trader as some may know him. We discuss his deep obsession with cryogenics and his failed attempts at launching a cryogenics storage facility in Ellington WI.

]]>fe964087-e8fa-46d0-9350-2b0ae5cd77f9Tue, 24 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -050027:40falsefull289892Our First Live ShowOur First Live ShowThis special bonus is a recording of the full APC live event that Me and Gavin were a part of . Relive the Appleton UFO Center as well as hear podcasts from other members of the APC

]]>This special bonus is a recording of the full APC live event that Me and Gavin were a part of . Relive the Appleton UFO Center as well as hear podcasts from other members of the APC

]]>d2749057-0dda-469e-b6de-4edb76c7c273Sun, 15 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -050001:44:09falsefull290902Rerun: John Dillinger robs Bank of Kaukauna or not?Rerun: John Dillinger robs Bank of Kaukauna or not?In this episode we talk about the Bank of Kaukauna being robbed. The robbery is never solved but is attributed to being a robbery committed by the John Dillinger gang. But could they have really committed this robbery?

]]>In this episode we talk about the Bank of Kaukauna being robbed. The robbery is never solved but is attributed to being a robbery committed by the John Dillinger gang. But could they have really committed this robbery?

]]>96a79fc8-23b7-4610-ad55-726c151d7184Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -050029:44falsefull288882The Kaukauna Dog Track: The RiseThe Kaukauna Dog Track: The RiseHere the first part of the history of the Kaukauna Dog Track and all of the wonderful things it was going to for the small community of Kaukauna. for anyone familiar they will know there is no dog track in Kaukauna so it does not go as planned.

]]>Here the first part of the history of the Kaukauna Dog Track and all of the wonderful things it was going to for the small community of Kaukauna. for anyone familiar they will know there is no dog track in Kaukauna so it does not go as planned.

]]>a71c5511-25cf-457a-945c-6fb0c3dcdbaeTue, 26 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -050040:25falsefull287872Ephraim GrangerEphraim GrangerIn this episode we travel to Chilton WI and learn about a gentleman that appears to have a history of violence towards his wives

]]>In this episode we travel to Chilton WI and learn about a gentleman that appears to have a history of violence towards his wives

]]>fdb1be4f-e66f-4542-b252-bc4aec3c71d5Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -050030:10falsefull286862The Appleton ExorcistThe Appleton ExorcistIn this episode we hear a story of a priest who lived most of his life in Appleton and is credited with doing on the most famous Exorcism

in the United States

]]>In this episode we hear a story of a priest who lived most of his life in Appleton and is credited with doing on the most famous Exorcism

in the United States

]]>a3a03ca7-478f-46ff-86ce-ff2c97e2d47dTue, 29 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -050049:33falsefull285852Wayne Pratt The real murdererWayne Pratt The real murdererIn this episode you will learn about the real person who is responsible for the death of Wayne Pratt

]]>In this episode you will learn about the real person who is responsible for the death of Wayne Pratt

]]>c35e6e3e-ac7c-48ae-8e1a-bd9afd8e3e95Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -050042:11falsefull284842Wayne Pratt Suspect #1Wayne Pratt Suspect #1In this episode we discuss the profile of the suspect that the news recently broke about who could have killed Wayne Pratt

]]>In this episode we discuss the profile of the suspect that the news recently broke about who could have killed Wayne Pratt

]]>5dd1ae6b-b804-42e8-82c1-d1a311f1887dTue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -050026:02falsefull283832Wayne Pratt RevistedWayne Pratt RevistedIn this episode we revist a previous episode, where the case despite being unsolved for over sixty years was finally closed out and solved in the past few months. Details on the solving of the case will be in the next episode

]]>In this episode we revist a previous episode, where the case despite being unsolved for over sixty years was finally closed out and solved in the past few months. Details on the solving of the case will be in the next episode

]]>056ba4a4-ac6d-4d4b-a3f5-3da6964e6540Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -050020:49falsefull282822Sneak Peak: Book Sounds Book Review PodcastSneak Peak: Book Sounds Book Review PodcastCheck out another of the podcast on our network, and make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player

]]>Check out another of the podcast on our network, and make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player

]]>e46533ec-6e27-45da-b47b-97192b245a88Wed, 11 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -050040:16falsefull285852A Baby and Carbolic AcidA Baby and Carbolic AcidIn this episode when a mothers daughter has a baby out of wedlock the mother tries to give the baby to a shelter when they turn the baby away the mom decides to avoid the shame the daughter will face, she takes the baby's life using carbolic acid

]]>In this episode when a mothers daughter has a baby out of wedlock the mother tries to give the baby to a shelter when they turn the baby away the mom decides to avoid the shame the daughter will face, she takes the baby's life using carbolic acid

]]>c5e5563b-acc1-4b1e-a346-7f475b9c7dbaTue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -050045:51falsefull283832The Carbolic AcidThe Carbolic AcidIn this episode we get and introduction to the power of carbolic acid for the purpose of suicide.

]]>In this episode we get and introduction to the power of carbolic acid for the purpose of suicide.

]]>93aa8edc-45b7-4a6d-ba35-60aebd2cf295Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -050029:37falsefull2818122 ex Nuns, suicide, and maybe some Romance?2 ex Nuns, suicide, and maybe some Romance?In this episode we discuss 2 ex Nuns that committ suicide together. Is this done out of friendship or Love?

]]>In this episode we discuss 2 ex Nuns that committ suicide together. Is this done out of friendship or Love?

]]>f4e041bb-1280-4de6-ad57-9667d9cba099Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -050023:16falsefull280802The Wisconsin Death MarchThe Wisconsin Death MarchIn this episode we learn about a group of Native Americans that travel 450 miles to be paid by white settlers but are not be paid, get trapped for 30 days and are forced to march back with not enough food or other supplies.

]]>In this episode we learn about a group of Native Americans that travel 450 miles to be paid by white settlers but are not be paid, get trapped for 30 days and are forced to march back with not enough food or other supplies.

]]>fa3d1208-81bd-40ce-ab50-146f4f46bd08Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -050054:01falsefull279792Holy Cross Church BurningHoly Cross Church BurningIn this episode we discuss a centerpiece of the city of Kaukauna, Holy Cross church and how the community came together to rebuild this important piece of city history.

]]>In this episode we discuss a centerpiece of the city of Kaukauna, Holy Cross church and how the community came together to rebuild this important piece of city history.

]]>4120bc03-db7c-4518-826e-2505d2e49ee3Tue, 09 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -050051:28falsefull278782Koenke's WoodsKoenke's WoodsIn this user submitted episode we hear the story about a story of what homelessness looked like in the appleton area in the 60's

]]>In this user submitted episode we hear the story about a story of what homelessness looked like in the appleton area in the 60's

]]>877f0377-eb27-4b5a-a860-f873c5a02d7bTue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -050041:27falsefull277772The Death of Anna Marlo and Albert E SchwittayThe Death of Anna Marlo and Albert E SchwittayIn this episode we start with a murder, but then go off on quite a tangent with Government corruption all orchestrated by Albert Schwittay

]]>In this episode we start with a murder, but then go off on quite a tangent with Government corruption all orchestrated by Albert Schwittay

]]>84e17371-7056-48ae-a309-da024a5e4a49Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -050034:34falsefull276762The Peshtigo FireThe Peshtigo FireIn this episode we hear an event that we all know happened, but do you know what really happened?

]]>In this episode we hear an event that we all know happened, but do you know what really happened?

]]>ea8fc51d-ea1c-4a52-9b64-0528e7c9990eTue, 28 May 2024 09:00:00 -050029:38falsefull275752The Real Kate Blood StoryThe Real Kate Blood StoryYou may have heard of the infamous gravestone in Riverside Park that weeps blood. In this episode we spend 5 minutes debunking most of that story and go into the history of the Blood family and the pivotal role they played in making Appleton a city

]]>You may have heard of the infamous gravestone in Riverside Park that weeps blood. In this episode we spend 5 minutes debunking most of that story and go into the history of the Blood family and the pivotal role they played in making Appleton a city

]]>580b2ba1-bccc-4cd1-80ba-1967ed4eec25Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:00 -050042:39falsefull274742Mackville Murder and MayhemMackville Murder and MayhemGavin recently took on a small project to learn about the history of a building in Mackville. He learned of numerous deaths in the building that took 3 kids lives as well as several other strange events that caused unnatural deaths

]]>Gavin recently took on a small project to learn about the history of a building in Mackville. He learned of numerous deaths in the building that took 3 kids lives as well as several other strange events that caused unnatural deaths

]]>cefe84ce-8012-4e20-97c3-2a67628e9e15Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -050024:58falsefull273732Sneak Peak: Stigmas and Open Wounds: The Secret Lives of IntrovertsSneak Peak: Stigmas and Open Wounds: The Secret Lives of IntrovertsGet a sneak peak of a friend of our podcast Stigmas and Open Wounds. If you enjoy this episode please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player or at stigmasandopenwounds.com

]]>Get a sneak peak of a friend of our podcast Stigmas and Open Wounds. If you enjoy this episode please make sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player or at stigmasandopenwounds.com

]]>2196efb1-bf1a-4dc7-9fee-44b06a849ee7Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -050054:27falsefull272722Captain HendrickCaptain HendrickIn this episode we discuss Captain Hendrick and Native American leader who's nation eventually settled in Kaukauna, and who throughout his life work with Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and Aaron Burr

]]>In this episode we discuss Captain Hendrick and Native American leader who's nation eventually settled in Kaukauna, and who throughout his life work with Thomas Jefferson, George Washington and Aaron Burr

]]>140a35b7-c397-4577-9f7a-ffe55c080b3aTue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -050046:46falsefull271712The Beating of William PaulThe Beating of William PaulIn this episode we discuss a bar owner in Neenah, who is brutally beaten and killed during what would appear to be a robbery.

]]>In this episode we discuss a bar owner in Neenah, who is brutally beaten and killed during what would appear to be a robbery.

]]>8ee98362-17c9-4b09-b378-5bddfd09d5f2Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -050033:14falsefull270702William Miniahan, a shipwreck, and grave robbingWilliam Miniahan, a shipwreck, and grave robbingIn this episode we tell the tale of a Green Bay man who takes his family on a trip to Europe. On the return journey home the ship sinks, and all but 2 members of the family dies, then years later mysteriously William grave is robbed and his skull is stolen

]]>In this episode we tell the tale of a Green Bay man who takes his family on a trip to Europe. On the return journey home the ship sinks, and all but 2 members of the family dies, then years later mysteriously William grave is robbed and his skull is stolen

]]>bdffc594-8afb-4715-8c74-f4953662f323Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -050025:52falsefull269692The Minahan ScandalThe Minahan ScandalHear the story of a doctor with a tragic life, He spends much of his life, fighting a botched surgery, both his kids, tragically committ suicide, his first wife is locked up in the asylum and the second wife is hit by a train.

]]>Hear the story of a doctor with a tragic life, He spends much of his life, fighting a botched surgery, both his kids, tragically committ suicide, his first wife is locked up in the asylum and the second wife is hit by a train.

]]>1ef7a464-5a89-4af0-a22a-19e390275491Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -050033:08falsefull268682The Partridge Family Kidnaps a kidThe Partridge Family Kidnaps a kidIn this episode we hear about a family who kidnaps a kid from the Menominee Native Americans with the belief that it is there child that the Menominee's originally kidnapped from them.

]]>In this episode we hear about a family who kidnaps a kid from the Menominee Native Americans with the belief that it is there child that the Menominee's originally kidnapped from them.

]]>d39280a6-6caf-4105-ba32-3631b036e0d8Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -050031:42falsefull267672What not to do with DynamiteWhat not to do with DynamiteOur first user submitted episode, we tell the story of a man in forest junction who mistreated his dynamite blew up his home and accidently killed his entire family in the process

]]>Our first user submitted episode, we tell the story of a man in forest junction who mistreated his dynamite blew up his home and accidently killed his entire family in the process

]]>ded97ba6-9db9-48bf-a06f-14a59722f6f2Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -050027:04falsefull266662Milton LutzkeMilton LutzkeAn abusive husband is murdered by accident by his abused wife. Was it self defense or murder?

]]>An abusive husband is murdered by accident by his abused wife. Was it self defense or murder?

]]>2f0c44cc-2e81-4ea5-aac8-2b61f74ec68bTue, 23 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -050036:53falsefull265652The Flying Saucer and the Space PancakesThe Flying Saucer and the Space PancakesIn this episode we hear the story of Gentleman in Eagle River who is visited by Aliens and the Aliens serve him Alien Pancakes.

]]>In this episode we hear the story of Gentleman in Eagle River who is visited by Aliens and the Aliens serve him Alien Pancakes.

]]>b40dc0c2-beca-409f-a83f-50eb803e61d1Tue, 09 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -050026:44falsefull264642Rerun: A German LynchingRerun: A German LynchingThe title says it all. Or does it? In this episode, learn about the Turners and why Wisconsin doesn't have the death penalty.

]]>The title says it all. Or does it? In this episode, learn about the Turners and why Wisconsin doesn't have the death penalty.

]]>26e62603-6fdb-4f77-a9c4-d0338e84d6a2Tue, 26 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -050016:34falsefull263632Rerun: Orson Avery's Lucky ShotRerun: Orson Avery's Lucky ShotOzzy Osbourne wasn't the first to experience a "shot in the dark." Green Bay's Orson Avery found himself on the receiving end of a burglary gang and wasn't about to let his migraines stop him from fighting back.

]]>Ozzy Osbourne wasn't the first to experience a "shot in the dark." Green Bay's Orson Avery found himself on the receiving end of a burglary gang and wasn't about to let his migraines stop him from fighting back.

]]>380f2eee-9b96-4d66-a7b7-6b529d4871d4Tue, 12 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -050010:54falsefull262622Dr Lewis AdamsDr Lewis AdamsIn this story we tell the story of a Dr Lewis Adams who is not a doctor at all and the abortion services he ran out of Manitowoc, that eventually leads him to a murder conviction.

]]>In this story we tell the story of a Dr Lewis Adams who is not a doctor at all and the abortion services he ran out of Manitowoc, that eventually leads him to a murder conviction.

]]>c86baf66-9f62-409a-bbb7-d9008ea0570fTue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -050046:07falsefull261612Murder Of a priestMurder Of a priestIn this episode we head up to Marquette Michigan to hear the story of a priest who is murdered by his cleaning ladies husband for "ruining his family"

]]>In this episode we head up to Marquette Michigan to hear the story of a priest who is murdered by his cleaning ladies husband for "ruining his family"

]]>ef2aeb7a-e9a5-449c-8c6b-e73ad2437adaTue, 14 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -050038:15falsefull260602David Spanbauer Part 2: Sex TerroristDavid Spanbauer Part 2: Sex TerroristIn this episode we conclude the story of this horrifying character, how he gets out of jail after receiving a huge sentence and what he does afterwards

]]>In this episode we conclude the story of this horrifying character, how he gets out of jail after receiving a huge sentence and what he does afterwards

]]>2a212b41-ea6d-4b74-80da-e1caac2e1099Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -050027:22falsefull259592David Spanbauer Part 1: Sex TerroristDavid Spanbauer Part 1: Sex TerroristIn this episode we cover a criminal many people may be familiar with, what you might not be familiar with is that is crimes started in the early sixties. In this first part we talk about what he did in the sixties before he was convicted and put in jail for the first time.

]]>In this episode we cover a criminal many people may be familiar with, what you might not be familiar with is that is crimes started in the early sixties. In this first part we talk about what he did in the sixties before he was convicted and put in jail for the first time.

]]>35f6c18a-4ba4-4307-b039-4d4a984fc601Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -050029:00falsefull258582Erwin C HeidenErwin C HeidenIn this episode we discuss a man from Appleton who has some sort of black out and brutally murders his wife.

]]>In this episode we discuss a man from Appleton who has some sort of black out and brutally murders his wife.

]]>404fe105-9643-4ef4-a693-6e0f5956989fTue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -050030:40falsefull257572Murder, Prison Escape, and on the RunMurder, Prison Escape, and on the RunIn this episode we talk about a Murder, which leads to a Prison escape, and our criminal on the run for over 100 days.

]]>In this episode we talk about a Murder, which leads to a Prison escape, and our criminal on the run for over 100 days.

]]>fb42db9c-2cf2-47ee-b5b3-bb2f2ac0a922Tue, 19 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -050033:13falsefull256562Carol Jean FillionCarol Jean FillionIn this episode we discuss a murder that took 25 years to get a conviction on the murder. Why did the conviction take so long? And should the person convicted be convicted?

]]>In this episode we discuss a murder that took 25 years to get a conviction on the murder. Why did the conviction take so long? And should the person convicted be convicted?

]]>78bedcc7-b743-4b08-84bf-4d161d7dbc34Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -050041:38falsefull255552Leroy Sommers Murder or Suicide?Leroy Sommers Murder or Suicide?In this episode that crosses the Fox Cities murder and Mayhem and Milwaukee Mafia world, we hear the story of a Fond du Lac cheese producer that mysteriously dies. Is it a suicide or did the Mafia have a hit on him?

]]>In this episode that crosses the Fox Cities murder and Mayhem and Milwaukee Mafia world, we hear the story of a Fond du Lac cheese producer that mysteriously dies. Is it a suicide or did the Mafia have a hit on him?

]]>bf7f7016-7e25-4126-a44f-974e7f0d8c05Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -050042:27falsefull254542Lizzy Cardish and the FireLizzy Cardish and the FireIn this episode we discuss Lizzy Cardiff a Menominee Native American who burns down the school she is sent too.

]]>In this episode we discuss Lizzy Cardiff a Menominee Native American who burns down the school she is sent too.

]]>2b087d1c-e574-4df9-b274-e0c2288bf71aTue, 08 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -050033:32falsefull253532The Douglas Dean MurdersThe Douglas Dean MurdersIn this episode we travel to sheboygan, to hear about Douglas Dean

]]>In this episode we travel to sheboygan, to hear about Douglas Dean

]]>5d82436e-5b85-4187-bd86-d356b493a949Tue, 25 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -050048:01falsefull252522HarryHarryA story of a Green Bay Family being murdered. Who was responsible?

]]>A story of a Green Bay Family being murdered. Who was responsible?

]]>5aae539f-5e8c-4a64-88fd-ca89a7ba0642Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -050039:33falsefull251512Green Bay Chaos Revisted: An Alternate theoryGreen Bay Chaos Revisted: An Alternate theoryIn this episode we bring on a guest, who has an alternate theory of what could be going on with the 2 unknown police officer hiding in the bushes of the Green Bay Chaos episode. In this episode we are simply speculating and there is no real evidence for this theory.

]]>In this episode we bring on a guest, who has an alternate theory of what could be going on with the 2 unknown police officer hiding in the bushes of the Green Bay Chaos episode. In this episode we are simply speculating and there is no real evidence for this theory.

]]>eaf6b830-a61e-4885-9164-49b1c2bff49eTue, 27 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -050015:01falsefull250502Weyauwega Train DerailmentWeyauwega Train DerailmentIn the episode Gavin Breaks his 50 year rule and we take a look at the train derailment that happened in the 90's in Weyauwega. Here how it derailed what the crew had to do with and find out how long it took for the fire caused by the derailment to go out

]]>In the episode Gavin Breaks his 50 year rule and we take a look at the train derailment that happened in the 90's in Weyauwega. Here how it derailed what the crew had to do with and find out how long it took for the fire caused by the derailment to go out

]]>6853fdcd-233d-42c1-88de-50441f93a809Tue, 13 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -050030:00falsefull249492The Golden Pheasant MutilationsThe Golden Pheasant MutilationsIn this episode we discuss an brutal unsolved Murder in Green Bay, with no real leads and no real suspects.

]]>In this episode we discuss an brutal unsolved Murder in Green Bay, with no real leads and no real suspects.

]]>5e3253da-bcd0-43e2-903d-1a5fbd19e19cTue, 30 May 2023 09:00:00 -050024:28falsefull248482Southside State Bank RobberySouthside State Bank RobberyIn this episode we travel to Green Bay for a Bank Robbery, which features a couple of the same characters we had talked about in a previous episode.

]]>In this episode we travel to Green Bay for a Bank Robbery, which features a couple of the same characters we had talked about in a previous episode.

]]>df7b99b7-46f0-4bb0-bf70-3aebc4476b68Tue, 16 May 2023 09:00:00 -050034:34falsefull247472Luis HardyLuis HardyIn this episode we talk about the murder of the first oshkosh police officer who was shot by local homeless man.

]]>In this episode we talk about the murder of the first oshkosh police officer who was shot by local homeless man.

]]>aabfae13-6a53-4d65-ad46-28e8e00c1565Tue, 02 May 2023 09:00:00 -050027:33falsefull246462John Dillinger robs Bank of Kaukauna or not?John Dillinger robs Bank of Kaukauna or not?In this episode we talk about the Bank of Kaukauna being robbed. The robbery is never solved but is attributed to being a robbery committed by the John Dillinger gang. But could they have really committed this robbery?

]]>In this episode we talk about the Bank of Kaukauna being robbed. The robbery is never solved but is attributed to being a robbery committed by the John Dillinger gang. But could they have really committed this robbery?

]]>c6d3ef4f-7224-4fcf-9193-bf26ccda2091Tue, 18 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -050029:08falsefull245452Green Bay Police ChaosGreen Bay Police ChaosIn this episode we talk a mysterious blackmail letter, which the Green Bay Police are brought into to try apprehend the blackmailers. Needless to say the police do a less then outstanding job with this situation and chaos ensues. While this is happening a new officer on the police force is apprehended for checking doors of local businesses out of uniform and without a badge?

]]>In this episode we talk a mysterious blackmail letter, which the Green Bay Police are brought into to try apprehend the blackmailers. Needless to say the police do a less then outstanding job with this situation and chaos ensues. While this is happening a new officer on the police force is apprehended for checking doors of local businesses out of uniform and without a badge?

]]>54f991d8-77cc-47b5-bfac-014b30ba1726Tue, 04 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -050020:47falsefull244442Exciting News for Gavin and we need you supportExciting News for Gavin and we need you supportTo vote for Gavin on the Rondo Awards send an email to taraco@aol.com

If you are interested in learning more about the Rondo Awards you can visit this link

https://rondoaward.com/rondoaward.com/blog/

]]>To vote for Gavin on the Rondo Awards send an email to taraco@aol.com

If you are interested in learning more about the Rondo Awards you can visit this link

https://rondoaward.com/rondoaward.com/blog/

]]>bc5ea14a-0690-4ddb-b84c-25a43d043a48Thu, 23 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -050003:46falsebonus246462Rerun : Capital MurderRerun : Capital MurderPolitics are stressful. Arguments get heated. But rarely does blood actually get spilled in the capitol! Technically a Madison story, our key figures hail from northeast Wisconsin, so we'll let it slide.

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]]>Politics are stressful. Arguments get heated. But rarely does blood actually get spilled in the capitol! Technically a Madison story, our key figures hail from northeast Wisconsin, so we'll let it slide.

Links


]]>27706301-ea48-4bcb-9547-8f557eeb20a7Tue, 21 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -050013:27falsefull243432The Death of Arthur ElsnerThe Death of Arthur ElsnerIn this episode we tell the story of a 14 year old boy in Kaukauna, who climbs to the top of some pillars on the bridge and then touches the wrong wire and has 20,000 volts shoot through his body. The Boy does not suffer such a horrific shock as well as a large portion of 3 towns lose power because of the incident.

]]>In this episode we tell the story of a 14 year old boy in Kaukauna, who climbs to the top of some pillars on the bridge and then touches the wrong wire and has 20,000 volts shoot through his body. The Boy does not suffer such a horrific shock as well as a large portion of 3 towns lose power because of the incident.

]]>c21a28f5-f7e4-4f71-8f07-f1f5d8100a03Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -050014:36falsefull242422The Mystery of Steve KappellThe Mystery of Steve KappellIn this episode we discuss the disappearance of Kaukauna Native and UW Oshkosh student Steve Kappell. Some believe this was suicide and some do not. What do you think?

]]>In this episode we discuss the disappearance of Kaukauna Native and UW Oshkosh student Steve Kappell. Some believe this was suicide and some do not. What do you think?

]]>5008ddab-cb93-4777-bb92-552b429a813aTue, 21 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -050038:45falsefull241412Rerun - Chief OshkoshRerun - Chief OshkoshLearn of one the first murders to happen in the Fox Cities, starring a beloved character is Oshkosh history, Chief Oshkosh.

]]>Learn of one the first murders to happen in the Fox Cities, starring a beloved character is Oshkosh history, Chief Oshkosh.

]]>e2674113-be44-43ca-8f78-2ee1cfe49387Tue, 07 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -050019:03falsefull240402Leafy Cushing and New Moon CafeLeafy Cushing and New Moon CafeLearn the history of the historic building that houses the New Moon Cafe, and hear of the tragic fire that hit the building when and killed 2 floors of the building and cost the life of Leafy Cushing wife.

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]]>Learn the history of the historic building that houses the New Moon Cafe, and hear of the tragic fire that hit the building when and killed 2 floors of the building and cost the life of Leafy Cushing wife.

Links


]]>302e5778-722d-4fff-b2ad-6ff9b739155aTue, 24 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -050021:57falsefull239392Rerun - Porter Ross Eats BedspringsRerun - Porter Ross Eats BedspringsIn this episode we learn about a man Named Porter Ross, who's jelously leads him to being sent to prison, where he starts eating the bed springs from his mattress.

]]>In this episode we learn about a man Named Porter Ross, who's jelously leads him to being sent to prison, where he starts eating the bed springs from his mattress.

]]>b7e327fc-f0cd-4aa5-b931-a836a30e7800Tue, 10 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -050015:26falsefull238382Jarvis Loper and a Vat of LyeJarvis Loper and a Vat of LyeIn this episode we talk about Jarvis Loper and his adventures with a Vat of lye in his soapmaking factory in Oshkosh WI.

]]>In this episode we talk about Jarvis Loper and his adventures with a Vat of lye in his soapmaking factory in Oshkosh WI.

]]>df259d91-4b3c-4382-baa8-0839f7044682Tue, 27 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -050025:32falsefull237372Jon Canon and CryogenicsJon Canon and CryogenicsIn this episode we discuss Joe Canon or Joe the Trader as some may know him. We discuss his deep obcession with cryogenics and his failed attempts at launching a cryogenics storage facility in Ellington WI.

]]>In this episode we discuss Joe Canon or Joe the Trader as some may know him. We discuss his deep obcession with cryogenics and his failed attempts at launching a cryogenics storage facility in Ellington WI.

]]>b004c687-0acb-4c10-9f81-ca4d2f6d90cbTue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -050027:10falsefull236362Elvis Heup and David BersanskyElvis Heup and David BersanskyA tragic story of a couple in love but unable to be together because of religion differences which leads to death of both of them.

]]>A tragic story of a couple in love but unable to be together because of religion differences which leads to death of both of them.

]]>b3066f54-0b3d-4ea1-989a-600374337c6aTue, 29 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -050018:40falsefull235352Arthur Wilson and the CircusArthur Wilson and the CircusA member of a traveling circus arrives in Appleton, quits his job, and finds himself being charged with rape of a 15 year old girl.

]]>A member of a traveling circus arrives in Appleton, quits his job, and finds himself being charged with rape of a 15 year old girl.

]]>6cbeb4b7-53fc-4d64-842e-d6d1a14e0ba9Tue, 15 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -050028:22falsefull234342Richard Rudolph DrabichRichard Rudolph DrabichRichard was a divorced gentleman of 2 years who made the mistake of spending to much time with his ex-wife and one day she takes it upon herself on a road trip to take his life after he mentions another women

]]>Richard was a divorced gentleman of 2 years who made the mistake of spending to much time with his ex-wife and one day she takes it upon herself on a road trip to take his life after he mentions another women

]]>f0df1bae-ed8c-4640-ad76-8543d16ade7dTue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -050026:06falsefull233332Paul HustingsPaul HustingsA Wisconsin Senator is killed on a Fishing trip with his brother.

]]>A Wisconsin Senator is killed on a Fishing trip with his brother.

]]>e8dfe4a5-4aac-4dad-8561-b45db6e82486Tue, 18 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -050040:21falsefull232322Alex GrignonAlex GrignonWe look at a member of one of the most famous families in the area, and learn about his drinking problems that led to him stabbing his own son.

]]>We look at a member of one of the most famous families in the area, and learn about his drinking problems that led to him stabbing his own son.

]]>e5c826e7-275e-4917-9468-9ddd9633c271Tue, 04 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -050022:04falsefull231312Calumet County Indian JusticeCalumet County Indian JusticeWe take a look at some very early murders in Calumet County while learning about a couple of tribes that existed in the area you may never have heard of. And for those Kaukauna people we learn who is Electa Quinney?

]]>We take a look at some very early murders in Calumet County while learning about a couple of tribes that existed in the area you may never have heard of. And for those Kaukauna people we learn who is Electa Quinney?

]]>f0a527b4-0b5d-4b89-8389-822504c057c4Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -050036:15falsefull230302Michael McCormickMichael McCormickA Kaukauna Basketball/Football star mistakenly kills his ex girl friend when he strikes her in the head and stuffs her in a laundry chute.

]]>A Kaukauna Basketball/Football star mistakenly kills his ex girl friend when he strikes her in the head and stuffs her in a laundry chute.

]]>6ddb4391-0155-41d3-93d8-7f6368a6e812Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -050028:12falsefull229292The Boy, The School, and the AsylumThe Boy, The School, and the AsylumIn this episode we follow Cleveland as you Oneida Native American boy, who's mother kills his father, then sends Cleveland to a school in Pennsylvania, that helps natives adjust to white American society. Cleveland is eventually returns home and is sent to the Appleton insane asylum and the story does not end there!

]]>In this episode we follow Cleveland as you Oneida Native American boy, who's mother kills his father, then sends Cleveland to a school in Pennsylvania, that helps natives adjust to white American society. Cleveland is eventually returns home and is sent to the Appleton insane asylum and the story does not end there!

]]>d34b8a77-3a9c-4c5a-bd5a-0b866b4da422Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -050033:17falsefull228282The Elkey FamilyThe Elkey FamilyIn this episode we take a look at family from Seymour, the 4 brothers and the trouble they get themselves into, Jail breaks, Bank Robberies, Wheat stealing, wife murdering and drunk driving round out the family activities.

]]>In this episode we take a look at family from Seymour, the 4 brothers and the trouble they get themselves into, Jail breaks, Bank Robberies, Wheat stealing, wife murdering and drunk driving round out the family activities.

]]>25687098-800a-4132-a9c5-bed5dd523e59Tue, 09 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -050025:57falsefull227272Glenn Allen BarkerGlenn Allen BarkerWe here the story about a Farmer who kills his girlfriend in a crime of passion in the town of Ellington.

]]>We here the story about a Farmer who kills his girlfriend in a crime of passion in the town of Ellington.

]]>48f14b91-c747-49ff-8fcd-9fb5a970560cTue, 26 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -050019:56falsefull126261The Milk StrikesThe Milk StrikesWe discuss how the Great Depression led to Wisconsin Farmers Going on strike, and the violence that followed.

]]>We discuss how the Great Depression led to Wisconsin Farmers Going on strike, and the violence that followed.

]]>42f6cb6a-2900-43b5-a05a-b978ab01784bTue, 12 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -050021:39falsefull226262Butter Vs MargarineButter Vs MargarineIn this episode we discuss the 72 battle in the state of Wisconsin of taxing, outlawing, and banning margarine

]]>In this episode we discuss the 72 battle in the state of Wisconsin of taxing, outlawing, and banning margarine

]]>ec6ea94e-5bbb-47e3-b606-78884161e66dTue, 28 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -050020:25falsefull125251William T Boerum or is He?William T Boerum or is He?In this episode Gavin discusses William T Boerum who ran the Oshkosh Asylum until he was found out to not be who everyone thought he was

]]>In this episode Gavin discusses William T Boerum who ran the Oshkosh Asylum until he was found out to not be who everyone thought he was

]]>765e1146-f41c-434d-9ce1-84154fa43a5eTue, 14 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -050021:51falsefull124241Robert Toombs and his many WivesRobert Toombs and his many WivesHear the story of Robert Toombs who lived in Kaukauna and traveled the country marrying a different wife as he traveled

]]>Hear the story of Robert Toombs who lived in Kaukauna and traveled the country marrying a different wife as he traveled

]]>9a46235d-b9b9-44f6-b600-8382fb4cd051Tue, 31 May 2022 09:00:00 -050015:37falsefull123231Florence KilsdonkFlorence KilsdonkFlorence Kilsdonk is left stabbed to death in her kitchen, while her infant boy (unharmed) sits for hours on a tabletop. Who would randomly kill a rural housewife and steal nothing?

]]>Florence Kilsdonk is left stabbed to death in her kitchen, while her infant boy (unharmed) sits for hours on a tabletop. Who would randomly kill a rural housewife and steal nothing?

]]>b4667972-0cb0-484c-8a7a-e9d47abea8beTue, 17 May 2022 09:00:00 -050027:07falsefull122221Andrew YoungAndrew YoungThis time... how does a 1920s murder in Sheboygan connect to a notorious 1950s crime of the Milwaukee Mafia?

]]>This time... how does a 1920s murder in Sheboygan connect to a notorious 1950s crime of the Milwaukee Mafia?

]]>9a0bc251-4592-45de-9b2c-e56095c2babaTue, 03 May 2022 09:00:00 -050026:31falsefull121211Little Boy Finds Dead Bodies, Poses for the CameraLittle Boy Finds Dead Bodies, Poses for the CameraA serious issue approached lightheartedly. In the not too distant past, human remains were treated with far less reverence than today... at least when the remains weren't of European origin. At least one Fox Cities institution still refuses to turn over their bones.

]]>A serious issue approached lightheartedly. In the not too distant past, human remains were treated with far less reverence than today... at least when the remains weren't of European origin. At least one Fox Cities institution still refuses to turn over their bones.

]]>251a2fb8-4cbb-4cdf-b5b5-19d9a7d0eb61Tue, 19 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -050019:35falsefull120201Child Trafficking and the MafiaChild Trafficking and the MafiaIn a rare serious episode, Eric and Gavin talk about how the Milwaukee Mafia (specifically Louis Fazio) supplied brothels in Appleton, Sheboygan and elsewhere. The truth may be darker than you think.

]]>In a rare serious episode, Eric and Gavin talk about how the Milwaukee Mafia (specifically Louis Fazio) supplied brothels in Appleton, Sheboygan and elsewhere. The truth may be darker than you think.

]]>288b77cf-ab78-47d3-8508-07080ea124c3Tue, 05 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -050033:37falsefull119191Mark Leroux -Convicted of Killing his ParentsMark Leroux -Convicted of Killing his ParentsWhen 18-year-old Mark Leroux is blamed for killing his parents near Stevens Point, he does what any accused murderer would do: he blames his sister. Is Mark the killer, or is it his sister?

Additional information can be found at https://gavinschmitt.com/mark-leroux/

On November 8, 1967, at 3:50 am, the Sheriff’s Office received a call that the Eugene and Mary Leroux residence was burning, and that the couple had likely died in the fire. Sheriff Check called the coroner, Joseph Bodzislaw, and they went to the Leroux residence where they discovered that the house had burned down and had fallen into the basement. Eugene and Mary’s children, Mark, 18, and Jeannette, 15, had escaped the fire, and went to the home of Frank and Beverly Budzbanowski, friends of the family who lived two miles away. (Their oldest daughter, Alice, was not living at the Leroux residence at the time of the fire.)

Eugene and Mary’s charred bodies were recovered from the basement. It was initially thought that they had died as a result of the fire, but an investigation revealed that they were shot to death. At trial, in January 1968, Jeannette and Mark pointed the finger at each other. Ultimately, their son, Mark, was found guilty of murdering his parents, and he was sentenced to two consecutive life terms in prison.

]]>When 18-year-old Mark Leroux is blamed for killing his parents near Stevens Point, he does what any accused murderer would do: he blames his sister. Is Mark the killer, or is it his sister?

Additional information can be found at https://gavinschmitt.com/mark-leroux/

On November 8, 1967, at 3:50 am, the Sheriff’s Office received a call that the Eugene and Mary Leroux residence was burning, and that the couple had likely died in the fire. Sheriff Check called the coroner, Joseph Bodzislaw, and they went to the Leroux residence where they discovered that the house had burned down and had fallen into the basement. Eugene and Mary’s children, Mark, 18, and Jeannette, 15, had escaped the fire, and went to the home of Frank and Beverly Budzbanowski, friends of the family who lived two miles away. (Their oldest daughter, Alice, was not living at the Leroux residence at the time of the fire.)

Eugene and Mary’s charred bodies were recovered from the basement. It was initially thought that they had died as a result of the fire, but an investigation revealed that they were shot to death. At trial, in January 1968, Jeannette and Mark pointed the finger at each other. Ultimately, their son, Mark, was found guilty of murdering his parents, and he was sentenced to two consecutive life terms in prison.

]]>f8772aa5-1ffe-4877-b076-3649589f809fTue, 22 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -050044:52falsefull118181Ronald Huff - Maria Silva MurderRonald Huff - Maria Silva MurderWe last left Ron Huff in a Wisconsin prison for the murder of Ronald Burnham. Years later, he has moved to Minnesota.

On June 22, 1996, Maria Silva was found dead in her Duluth apartment she shared with Ronald Huff. A neighbor noticed a bad smell and decided to check on the apartment. Inside he found Silva’s badly decomposed corpse. The doors of the third-floor unit were deadbolted – whoever killed Silva had locked the door on leaving. Police had two possible suspects: Ron Huff, the man with whom Silva had been living, and Faye Wenell, the woman Silva had left for Huff.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/maria-silva-murdered-by-ronald-huff/

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]]>We last left Ron Huff in a Wisconsin prison for the murder of Ronald Burnham. Years later, he has moved to Minnesota.

On June 22, 1996, Maria Silva was found dead in her Duluth apartment she shared with Ronald Huff. A neighbor noticed a bad smell and decided to check on the apartment. Inside he found Silva’s badly decomposed corpse. The doors of the third-floor unit were deadbolted – whoever killed Silva had locked the door on leaving. Police had two possible suspects: Ron Huff, the man with whom Silva had been living, and Faye Wenell, the woman Silva had left for Huff.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/maria-silva-murdered-by-ronald-huff/

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]]>59c44365-fc77-414c-b47f-9972c40770e9Tue, 08 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -050030:09falsefull117171Great Lakes Pirate - Dan SeaveyGreat Lakes Pirate - Dan SeaveyGavin discusses his book "Great Lakes Pirate: The Adventures of Roaring Dan Seavey" - the tale of the only man ever arrested for piracy on the Great Lakes.

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]]>Gavin discusses his book "Great Lakes Pirate: The Adventures of Roaring Dan Seavey" - the tale of the only man ever arrested for piracy on the Great Lakes.

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]]>5751e712-8e5a-485b-909a-b9e08d7fab73Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -050016:59falsebonusRonald Huff: A Man of RageRonald Huff: A Man of RageIn 1968, three teenagers are accused of murdering a man in a Seymour barn after he makes sexual advances on them. But is there more to the story?

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]]>In 1968, three teenagers are accused of murdering a man in a Seymour barn after he makes sexual advances on them. But is there more to the story?

More information can be found at https://gavinschmitt.com/ronald-huff/

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]]>84237257-a6be-4234-aa44-1a28f021e941Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -050026:51falsefull116161Martin Jensen Murdered, 1968Martin Jensen Murdered, 1968In 1968, a young husband and father (Martin Jansen) is killed by Robert Mitchell, who the police call a "real maniac." In this episode, we cover the murder of Martin Jansen as well as a streak of connected bank robberies.

For more information: gavinschmitt.com/martin-jansen-1968-murder/

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]]>In 1968, a young husband and father (Martin Jansen) is killed by Robert Mitchell, who the police call a "real maniac." In this episode, we cover the murder of Martin Jansen as well as a streak of connected bank robberies.

For more information: gavinschmitt.com/martin-jansen-1968-murder/

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]]>5c79e189-4b9f-4a0c-8ece-b2648019f07aTue, 08 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -050029:44falsefull115151Stroebe Island and the Horsefeather TavernStroebe Island and the Horsefeather TavernFollowing the Frank Frye episode, we wondered: how bad was Stroebe Island and that stretch of Prospect in the 1960s-70s? This time we look a little bit closer at the island and its history.

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]]>Following the Frank Frye episode, we wondered: how bad was Stroebe Island and that stretch of Prospect in the 1960s-70s? This time we look a little bit closer at the island and its history.

For more information: gavinschmitt.com/stroebe-island/

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]]>9809fbd3-6f78-4318-952f-b783ee1f9ca0Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -050026:59falsefull114141Justice for Frank Frye (Murdered 1969, Appleton)Justice for Frank Frye (Murdered 1969, Appleton)Frank Frye was a retired police officer and motel night watchman. One night, he is not only killed but brought several miles away and dumped. Who wanted Frank dead and why?

More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/frank-frye-murdered-1969/

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]]>Frank Frye was a retired police officer and motel night watchman. One night, he is not only killed but brought several miles away and dumped. Who wanted Frank dead and why?

More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/frank-frye-murdered-1969/

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]]>a4ab9a8b-62b6-4d11-a0f6-ea4479c98b74Tue, 11 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -050021:36falsefull113131Banker Henry Mead Murdered, Waupaca 1882Banker Henry Mead Murdered, Waupaca 1882Waupaca is the seat of government for a county of the same name. Even today, the county is largely composed of farms, forests and lakes, with a noticeable absence of big city crime. Despite this, the City of Waupaca once hosted one of the regions more notorious murders, the murder of Henry Mead – one that probably has yet to be surpassed, 140 years later. 

Henry Mead’s skull, with its face smashed in, was on display at the Waupaca County courthouse for 97 years – from 1893 to June 1990, when Judge Philip Kirk declared the skull of H. C. Mead served no further evidentiary purpose and should be reburied with the body.

More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/henry-mead-murdered-waupaca-1882/

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]]>Waupaca is the seat of government for a county of the same name. Even today, the county is largely composed of farms, forests and lakes, with a noticeable absence of big city crime. Despite this, the City of Waupaca once hosted one of the regions more notorious murders, the murder of Henry Mead – one that probably has yet to be surpassed, 140 years later. 

Henry Mead’s skull, with its face smashed in, was on display at the Waupaca County courthouse for 97 years – from 1893 to June 1990, when Judge Philip Kirk declared the skull of H. C. Mead served no further evidentiary purpose and should be reburied with the body.

More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/henry-mead-murdered-waupaca-1882/

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]]>978c2cc8-5394-4f04-9087-aedb76a77825Tue, 28 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -050026:07falsefull112121Hilda Lingle: Tragic Accident or Murder?Hilda Lingle: Tragic Accident or Murder?Hilda Lingle, 27, was shot on April 19, 1943 as she assembled lunch in the kitchen of her Kaukauna, Wisconsin home. A bullet from a small caliber rifle struck her in the back of the neck and ranged upward into the head. John Lingle, 28, found his wife on the floor and immediately called their doctor, who rushed over. Upon arriving, the doctor quickly realized there was nothing he could do. Lingle said the shot was fired while 4-year old Marjorie, at his request, was taking his rifle to its upstairs place of safekeeping. The doctor decided that the shooting – whether an accident or not – was a matter for authorities, and he contacted the police. 

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]]>Hilda Lingle, 27, was shot on April 19, 1943 as she assembled lunch in the kitchen of her Kaukauna, Wisconsin home. A bullet from a small caliber rifle struck her in the back of the neck and ranged upward into the head. John Lingle, 28, found his wife on the floor and immediately called their doctor, who rushed over. Upon arriving, the doctor quickly realized there was nothing he could do. Lingle said the shot was fired while 4-year old Marjorie, at his request, was taking his rifle to its upstairs place of safekeeping. The doctor decided that the shooting – whether an accident or not – was a matter for authorities, and he contacted the police. 

For more information: gavinschmitt.com/hilda-lingle-murdered-1943/

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]]>1993c73b-798f-4bdb-bcf9-e8b2e084bbbeTue, 14 Dec 2021 09:00:00 -050020:35falsefull111111Appleton UFO Education CenterAppleton UFO Education CenterThroughout its history, many strange things have happened in Appleton. This week, there's no murder and only a hint of mayhem... but a story you may never have heard before. In the 1970s, Appleton was home to a world famous "UFO Education Center." Some say it was a cult, some say it was collecting valuable data. Whatever the truth, it was run by an interesting character: Charlotte Blob.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/appleton-ufo-education-center-charlotte-blob/

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]]>Throughout its history, many strange things have happened in Appleton. This week, there's no murder and only a hint of mayhem... but a story you may never have heard before. In the 1970s, Appleton was home to a world famous "UFO Education Center." Some say it was a cult, some say it was collecting valuable data. Whatever the truth, it was run by an interesting character: Charlotte Blob.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/appleton-ufo-education-center-charlotte-blob/

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]]>5fce2c0e-909d-42a6-8195-9a04d2b57025Tue, 30 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -050027:48falsefull110101Attorney Charles McCarty Murdered 1907, FloridaAttorney Charles McCarty Murdered 1907, FloridaThe first bullet struck Charles McCarty's back, knocking him to the ground. The metal lodged in flesh under his right shoulder blade. McCarty took a second bullet in the back of the head not far from his right ear. WC Rawlinson stood above him emptying his pistol, but missing every time, except for a shot through the calf of McCarty’s left leg. Seven witnesses saw it all. McCarty died from his injuries that afternoon.

(Charles McCarty was raised in Kaukauna, WI.)

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/charles-mccarty-murdered-1907/

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]]>The first bullet struck Charles McCarty's back, knocking him to the ground. The metal lodged in flesh under his right shoulder blade. McCarty took a second bullet in the back of the head not far from his right ear. WC Rawlinson stood above him emptying his pistol, but missing every time, except for a shot through the calf of McCarty’s left leg. Seven witnesses saw it all. McCarty died from his injuries that afternoon.

(Charles McCarty was raised in Kaukauna, WI.)

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/charles-mccarty-murdered-1907/

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]]>315cce74-3694-4864-af07-19e33c362ba9Tue, 16 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -050021:19falsefull1991Michael McCarty, Murdered in 1906 (Kaukauna)Michael McCarty, Murdered in 1906 (Kaukauna)Kaukauna has had many notorious murders, but the 1906 murder of Michael McCarty continues to be talked about today. The motive? Greed.

Fraudster Wenzel Kabat is determined to have have McCarty's farm - even if that means murdering him.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/michael-mccarty-murdered/

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]]>Kaukauna has had many notorious murders, but the 1906 murder of Michael McCarty continues to be talked about today. The motive? Greed.

Fraudster Wenzel Kabat is determined to have have McCarty's farm - even if that means murdering him.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/michael-mccarty-murdered/

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]]>c11e6121-9561-4000-bafd-c685c53aba97Tue, 02 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -050019:04falsefull1881Body Parts Found on Playground in Appleton, 1967Body Parts Found on Playground in Appleton, 1967On Monday, September 25, 1967, four children - in first and second grade at St. Joseph Catholic School - found an unusual package on their playground. It was a brown paper sack, which the children were kicking around the alley and throwing at each other. The principal, Sister Illuminata, confiscated the bag and looked inside. When opened, the principal found five dismembered toes and part of a foot.

This episode is based on chapter 9 of Gavin Schmitt's book: Fox Cities Murder & Mayhem

More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/body-parts-found-by-schoolkids/

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]]>On Monday, September 25, 1967, four children - in first and second grade at St. Joseph Catholic School - found an unusual package on their playground. It was a brown paper sack, which the children were kicking around the alley and throwing at each other. The principal, Sister Illuminata, confiscated the bag and looked inside. When opened, the principal found five dismembered toes and part of a foot.

This episode is based on chapter 9 of Gavin Schmitt's book: Fox Cities Murder & Mayhem

More information can be found at gavinschmitt.com/body-parts-found-by-schoolkids/

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]]>d7a6da8c-cc89-4e59-8ac7-11580c5b2bd7Tue, 26 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -050021:20falsefull1771Wayne Pratt Murdered in 1963, UnsolvedWayne Pratt Murdered in 1963, UnsolvedOn June 13, 1963, Wayne Pratt, 24, was the victim of a vicious attack in which he was stabbed 53 times. 12 of the stabs punctured his lungs, and both collapsed. Some of the stabs were four inches deep. The autopsy suggested instead that Pratt may have been hit in the head with a snow shovel. He was found face-down on the floor and partially covered with a blanket in the storage room of the gas station he owned and operated.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/wayne-pratt-murder-1963/

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]]>On June 13, 1963, Wayne Pratt, 24, was the victim of a vicious attack in which he was stabbed 53 times. 12 of the stabs punctured his lungs, and both collapsed. Some of the stabs were four inches deep. The autopsy suggested instead that Pratt may have been hit in the head with a snow shovel. He was found face-down on the floor and partially covered with a blanket in the storage room of the gas station he owned and operated.

For more information: https://gavinschmitt.com/wayne-pratt-murder-1963/

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]]>96313398-3beb-466b-bfe8-1fc577cef519Tue, 12 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -050019:06falsefull1661Orson Avery's Lucky ShotOrson Avery's Lucky ShotOzzy Osbourne wasn't the first to experience a "shot in the dark." Green Bay's Orson Avery found himself on the receiving end of a burglary gang and wasn't about to let his migraines stop him from fighting back.

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]]>Ozzy Osbourne wasn't the first to experience a "shot in the dark." Green Bay's Orson Avery found himself on the receiving end of a burglary gang and wasn't about to let his migraines stop him from fighting back.

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]]>7932770c-b556-4679-9e1b-80890f08705eTue, 28 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -050011:02falsefull1551A German LynchingA German LynchingThe title says it all. Or does it? In this episode, learn about the Turners and why Wisconsin doesn't have the death penalty.

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]]>The title says it all. Or does it? In this episode, learn about the Turners and why Wisconsin doesn't have the death penalty.

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]]>c7835211-d5a6-4dae-867f-1418331f7dcbTue, 14 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -050016:32falsefull1441Capital MurderCapital MurderPolitics are stressful. Arguments get heated. But rarely does blood actually get spilled in the capitol! Technically a Madison story, our key figures hail from northeast Wisconsin, so we'll let it slide.

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]]>Politics are stressful. Arguments get heated. But rarely does blood actually get spilled in the capitol! Technically a Madison story, our key figures hail from northeast Wisconsin, so we'll let it slide.

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]]>d5b6cdda-02f9-4f06-a8da-655722101a72Tue, 31 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -050013:46falsefull1331Chief OshkoshChief OshkoshYou probably know that Oshkosh is named after Chief Oshkosh. But you might not know who Oshkosh was. Among many other things, he was once a defendant in a murder trial!

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]]>You probably know that Oshkosh is named after Chief Oshkosh. But you might not know who Oshkosh was. Among many other things, he was once a defendant in a murder trial!

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]]>efc788ba-5a8a-4314-bea5-c11f5ff7e939Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -050019:00falsefull1221Porter Ross Eats BedspringsPorter Ross Eats BedspringsKaukauna has had some strange killers in its history. One of the strangest (and there's competition) is Porter Ross. Prostitution, murder and spiritualism make for quite a story.

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]]>Kaukauna has had some strange killers in its history. One of the strangest (and there's competition) is Porter Ross. Prostitution, murder and spiritualism make for quite a story.

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]]>8d7484dd-f5cc-403d-81cc-449e8f822e07Tue, 03 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -050015:23falsefull11Introduction to Murder & MayhemIntroduction to Murder & MayhemWisconsin has had it's fair share of notorious criminals that have been in the spotlight over the years, but what about bizarre crimes and mayhem that have vanished over time? Join author Gavin Schmitt and Eric Wulterkens as they take you through stories of crimes that were once front page news. Gavin will share crimes from his book "Fox Cities Murder & Mayhem" as well as those that have never been shared by him before.

If you're a fan of true crime who is tired of hearing about the same murders over and over, then you'll definitely like this podcast. And as listeners from the Wisconsin Fox Cities have said, some of these stories (such as the Appleton Butcher episode) have brought back memories of when they first heard about the cases as children. Not from Wisconsin? Don't worry, no knowledge of Wisconsin is necessary to enjoy these episodes.

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]]>Wisconsin has had it's fair share of notorious criminals that have been in the spotlight over the years, but what about bizarre crimes and mayhem that have vanished over time? Join author Gavin Schmitt and Eric Wulterkens as they take you through stories of crimes that were once front page news. Gavin will share crimes from his book "Fox Cities Murder & Mayhem" as well as those that have never been shared by him before.

If you're a fan of true crime who is tired of hearing about the same murders over and over, then you'll definitely like this podcast. And as listeners from the Wisconsin Fox Cities have said, some of these stories (such as the Appleton Butcher episode) have brought back memories of when they first heard about the cases as children. Not from Wisconsin? Don't worry, no knowledge of Wisconsin is necessary to enjoy these episodes.

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]]>cd88f7a9-dc2d-431a-88a7-35abd007bfb5Sun, 01 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -050002:29falsetrailer