Less Taken

Season One

LAPORTE, IN 

Devil's Favorite Demon, Pt. II 

In this episode, we conclude the final installment of Season One with the tale of Belle Gunness, a murderess from the midwest willing to sacrifice anyone and anything in her mad pursuit of the American Dream.
LAPORTE, IN 

Devil's Favorite Demon, Pt. I 

In the first installment of our season one finale, we explore the story of Belle Gunness, one of the earliest Midwest serial killers.
CHICAGO, IL 

Drop Dead Gorgeous 

We explore the stories of the Lady in Red and the Lady in Black, spirits that haunt The Drake hotel in Chicago, Illinois. While one of these tales might simply be the stuff of folklore, the other is absolutely true.
Primary Sources:
14 Jan 1945, 234 - Daily News at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
The Haunted Drake Hotel, Chicago | Haunted Rooms America
hauntedrooms.com
Chicago Hauntings: A lady in red and a lady in black in the halls of The Drake Hotel | Watch
msn.com
Chicago Hauntings: The halls of The Drake Hotel - CBS Chicago
cbsnews.com
The Woman in Red at the Drake Hotel – Mysterious Chicago
mysteriouschicago.com
TIPPECANOE CO., IN 

Tippecanoe Terror

In this episode, we explore the terrifying legend of a giant cat-like creature that terrorizes Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
CHESTERVILLE, IL 

Witch's Grave 

In our first-ever Detour episode, we explore the terrifying legend behind what's known as "Witch's Grave" in Chesterville, Illinois - a town that no longer exists. Some say, a witch is buried here and a tree placed atop her grave prevents her spirit from ever escaping. But was she truly a witch, or was she simply an early equal rights advocate? Did she even exist?
MAUCKPORT; HENRYVILLE, IN 

Dan's Run 

In this episode, we explore the story of a ghost that haunts Mt. Zion cemetery, one that is said to be the restless spirit of a murder victim. How much of this tale is true? Well, actually, more than you'd think. 
Primary Sources:
Clark County man contests basis for 1991 murder charge | News | newsandtribune.com
newsandtribune.com
Convicted Clark County murderer enters new appeal | Local News | newsandtribune.com
newsandtribune.com
15 May 1992, 23 - The Times at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
15 May 1992, 23 - The Times at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
03 Jul 1992, Page 22 - The Kokomo Tribune at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
13 Feb 1992, 19 - The Times at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
03 Jul 1992, Page 2 - The Star Press at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
Charles Edward Sweeney, Jr., Appellant-Petitioner, v. State of Indiana, Appellee-Respondent. | F
findlaw.com
Charles Edward Sweeney, Jr. v. State of Indiana (mem. dec.) :: 2020 :: Indiana Court of Appeals
justia.com
Clark County man contests basis for 1991 murder charge
findlaw.com
SWEENEY v. STATE | FindLaw
findlaw.com
Charles Edward Sweeney, Jr., Appellant-Petitioner, v. State of Indiana, Appellee-Respondent. | F
findlaw.com
361 F3d 327 Sweeney v. Carter | OpenJurist
newspapers.com
08 May 1937, Page 16 - Muncie Evening Press at Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
ghosts | Hoosier State Chronicles: Indiana's Digital Newspaper Program
in.gov
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 

Blood from the Walls 

In this episode of Less Taken, we explore the horrifying legends that surround the Nicholson-Rand House of Indianapolis, Indiana - as well as their legitimacy. 
Primary Sources:
https://indianapublicmedia.org/momentofindianahistory/american-gothicthe-nicholsonrand-house/
indianapublicmedia.org
Nicholson House - Indiana Humanities
indianahumanities.org
The Nicholson House Ghosts, Indianapolis, IN | Haunted Rooms America
hauntedrooms.com
21 Nov 2010, Page A19 - The Indianapolis Star at Newspapers.com
newspapers.co
American Hauntings
americanhauntingsink.com
https://indianapublicmedia.org/momentofindianahistory/american-gothicthe-nicholsonrand-house/
indianapublicmedia.org
Nicholson House In Indianapolis, Indiana Is A Ghost House
newspapers.com
3 Vanishing Halloween Traditions from America’s Past - The official blog of Newspapers.com
newspapers.com
MILTON, IN 

Prank

In this Halloween edition of Less Taken, we explore the story of a Halloween prank gone terribly wrong. What should have resulted in a few laughs, ends up in bloodshed, leaving some to wonder if the "accident" is an accident at all. ​
Primary Sources:
22 Dec 1993, Page 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com+
28 Oct 1993, 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
09 Jun 1995, Page 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
17 Feb 1995, Page 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
02 Nov 1993, Page 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
11 Jan 1994, Page 3 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
08 Jun 1995, Page 2 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
Eads v. State :: 1997 :: Supreme Court of Indiana Decisions :: Indiana Case Law :: Indiana Law :: US Law :: Justia
EADS v. STATE | FindLaw
Halloween Murder The Republic 1993 - Newspapers.com
31 Oct 1993, 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
14 Apr 1995, 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
30 Nov 1993, Page 1 - Palladium-Item at Newspapers.com
CANNELTON; TELL CITY, IN 

The Perry County 
Ghost Rider ​

In this 10/90 (folklore) episode, we explore tales of a headless horseman who rides a fiery steed & torments souls along River Road in Perry County, Indiana. ​
WOLF LAKE; HAMMOND, IN ​

Ghosts & Gangsters: Wolf Lake, Pt. II

​In part two, we wrap up the story of a serial killer who uses Wolf Lake, Indiana as his personal dumping grounds. We also explore the tale of three dead bodies found near Wolf Lake that might have something to do with an infamous gangster.​​
WOLF LAKE; HAMMOND, IN 

Ghosts & Gangsters: Wolf Lake, Pt. I

In part one, we explore stories of ghosts and a serial killer than surround Wolf Lake, Indiana. ​
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 

Hi-Fi Poltergeist 

In this episode, we explore the story of poltergeist that tormented the Beck household in Indianapolis back in 1962. ​
GRIFFITH, IN 

Reeder Road 

In our second 10/90 episode, we explore the legend of a mysterious hitchhiker in Griffith, IN.​
Primary Sources:
Weird Indiana: Your Travel Guide to Indiana's Local Legends and Best Kept Secrets 
hoosiermythsandlegends.com
Reeder Road – Griffith – OCCULT WORLD (occult-world.com)
Reder Road Investigation (ghostresearch.org)
Reder Road | Haunted Places | Griffith , IN
MARION; FAIRMONT, IN

The Cursed Car of James Dean 

In this upcoming episode, we take a look at the Porsche 550 Spyder that not only took the life of James but also victimized several others.
WASHINGTON, IN 

The Bone House 

In this upcoming mini episode, we explore the tale of a man who might have found the answer to an old mystery buried just a few feet ​beneath his house.
COLUMBUS, IN 

Mill Race Monster 

​In this episode, ​we explore the story of a terrifying creature many Hoosiers claim to have encountered around Mill Race Park in Columbus, IN. And of course, we'll explore what just might be the truth.​
ODON, IN 

Ghost Fire 

In this episode, we explore the story of a house in Odon, IN that catches on fire 28 times in one day.
Primary Sources:
Unusual events occurred in Daviess County - Part II | Local News | washtimesherald.com
TerrorHaute.COM
The 28 fires of Odon. One day in 1940, William and Minnie… | by Dale M. Brumfield | Lessons from History | Medium
MITCHELL, IN 

Whispers, Pt. II

In this episode, we continue exploring the legends behind a historic Victorian-style home located in Mitchell, Indiana - a place known for a high rate of paranormal activity - and what might be really going on there.​
MISHAWAKA, IN

Tacos from Hell

In this episode, we explore the Hacienda Mexican Restaurant in Mishawaka, Indiana, a place known for more than its wet burritos and margaritas. Legend has it, the place is haunted.
Primary Sources:
Paranormal team investigates Hacienda on Lincolnway West (wndu.com)
Hacienda in Mishawaka launches paranormal investigation | WSBT
Paranormal investigators at Mishawaka Hacienda capture spooky recording | WSBT
Mishawaka - 100 Center :: Hacienda Mexican Restaurants (haciendafiesta.com)
The History Museum » Kamm and Schellinger Brewery (historymuseumsb.org)
Kamm and Schellinger Brewery - Indiana Landmarks
Adolph Kamm Sr. (1842-1930) - Find a Grave Memorial
MITCHELL. IN

Whispers, Pt. I 

In this episode, we explore the legends behind a historic Victorian-style home located in Mitchell, Indiana  - a place known for a high rate of paranormal activity - and what might be really going on there.
BRAZIL, IN 

Cloverland

In our first 10/90 called 'Cloverland,' we explore the 100 steps that lead up to a premonition of your death and the 100 steps down that lead you straight to hell. 
Primary Sources:
​https://digital.library.in.gov/Record/WV3_folklore-706
Brazil- 100 Step Cemetery – Ghosts of Indiana (indianaghoststories.com)
​Have a Hair-raising Experience at The Most Haunted Cemetery in Indiana (visitindiana.com)
http://visions.indstate.edu:8888/cdm/landingpage/collection/folklore
EVANSVILLE, IN

Specimens

​In this mini-episode, we explore what happens when human bones start mysteriously popping up around Evansville, Indiana.
SOUTH BEND, IN 

​Jawbone: A Grave Robber Story

In this episode, we explore what happens when someone stole a human skull in South Bend, Indiana.
GARY, IN

200 Demons, Pt. II

​​In this episode, we continue to explore the Ammons family exorcisms that took place in Gary, Indiana.
GARY, IN 

​200 Demons, Pt. I

In this episode, we explore what led up to the Ammons family exorcisms (yes, that's plural) that occurred in Gary, Indiana.
CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN 

Monster in Crawfordsville

​In this episode, we explore a time when many local Hoosiers believed they saw a demonic sky serpent swimming through the night skies.
MUNCIE; WABASH; INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Big Foot on Ice 

​In this episode, we explore Indiana Bigfoot sightings & the story of a Hoosier investor who paid $50K to get his hands on a frozen sasquatch carcass.
Primary Sources:
​ Reported Bigfoot sightings in Indiana | WGN-TV (wgntv.com)
Bigfoot 'Body' Sells for $250,000 on eBay | Fox News
Indiana Monster Hunt: The Mill Race Monster - Exemplore
Bigfoot Encounters
Hoax Bigfoot: Abandoned In Shed (cryptozoonews.com)
Hoax Bigfoot: Abandoned In Shed (indianabigfootresearchorganization.com)
​Bigfoot hoaxers say it was just 'a big joke' - CNN.com
​Bigfoot (smu.edu)
CAYUGA, IN

Willows Weep

​In this episode, we explore the story of Willows Weep, a house William Shatner once described as being the most haunted residence in America
Primary Sources: 
What Caused Zak Bagans To Demolish The Indiana House Called ‘Portal To Demons’? | Bad Behavior | Investigation Discovery
EVANSVILLE, IN

​The Stone Man of Evansville

​In our very first episode, we explore the story of a man who found a petrified stone man near Evansville, IN & what he decided to do with the body.
Primary Sources:
https://indianapublicmedia.org/momentofindianahistory/petrified-man-hoax/
Indiana Magazine of History (iu.edu)
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