Information about Part 2 of The Death of Natalie Wood

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Episode Sources

 1. Books:
    * Finstad, Suzanne. Natasha: The Biography of Natalie Wood. New York: Random House, 2001.
      * This biography is one of the most detailed accounts of Natalie Wood’s life. It includes in-depth interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues, and covers her complex relationship with her mother, Maria, her marriage to Robert Wagner, and her career highs and lows. This book provided background on Natalie’s family, her early life, and the pressures she faced, as well as details about her first and second marriages to Wagner.
    * Davern, Dennis and Rulli, Marti. Goodbye Natalie, Goodbye Splendour. Medallion Press, 2009.
      * Co-written by Dennis Davern, the captain aboard Splendour during Natalie’s last weekend, this book provides Davern’s account of the events surrounding her death, Wagner’s involvement, and his later testimonies. It was a primary source for understanding Davern’s relationship with the couple and details of the fateful Thanksgiving weekend.
 2. Articles and Websites:
    * Vanity Fair: "Natalie Wood’s Fatal Voyage" by Sam Kashner, March 2012.
      * This in-depth article investigates Natalie Wood's life, the influence of her mother, her relationship with Wagner, and her final days. It provided insight into the challenges Natalie faced balancing family and career in the years before her death.
    * The Los Angeles Times: “After 30 Years, Natalie Wood’s Death Remains an Open Case” by Richard Winton, February 2018.
      * This article covers the 2011 reopening of Natalie Wood’s case, with statements from the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and updates on Wagner’s status as a “person of interest.” It was useful for understanding the ongoing investigation and Wagner's relationship with the authorities.
    * Town & Country: “The Mystery Surrounding Natalie Wood’s Death” by Sam Dangremond, February 2018.
      * This article provides an overview of Natalie’s relationships with Wagner, her family dynamics, and new witness statements from people on Catalina Island that night, contributing details about the Thanksgiving weekend on Splendour and interactions between Natalie, Wagner, and Walken.
 3. Documentaries and Media Coverage:
    * HBO Documentary: Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind (2020)
      * Produced by Natalie’s daughter Natasha Gregson Wagner, this documentary offers a personal perspective on Natalie’s life, her role as a mother, and her relationship with Robert Wagner. It includes family interviews that gave context to Natalie’s life in 1981 and her family’s evolving feelings toward Wagner.
    * CBS News – 48 Hours Special: Natalie Wood: Death in Dark Water (2018)
      * This news special includes interviews with witnesses, Dennis Davern, and law enforcement involved in the reopened investigation. It was a source for additional details on Davern’s testimony, Walken’s role in the weekend, and Wagner’s interactions with law enforcement.
 4. Public Records:
    * Los Angeles County Coroner’s Report on Natalie Wood’s Death (1981, with updates in 2011 and 2012).
      * Available in public archives, the c

A Thanksgiving thanks & Natalie Wood Mini Episode

In this episode of Haunting History Podcast, host Cat delves into one of Hollywood’s most enduring unsolved mysteries: the tragic death of Natalie Wood. Marking 43 years since her body was discovered near Catalina Island on November 29, 1981, the episode unpacks the complex and captivating story of Natalie’s life and untimely death.

Listeners are taken on a journey through Natalie’s early years as a child star, propelled into fame by her ambitious mother and shadowed by a prophecy that chillingly warned her to “beware of dark water.” From her iconic roles in Miracle on 34th Street and West Side Story to her struggles with love, loyalty, and her need for stability, Natalie’s life was as fascinating as it was turbulent.

Cat examines the intricate dynamics of her relationships—especially her passionate but fraught marriages to Robert Wagner—and explores the events leading up to her final hours aboard the yacht Splendour. The episode sets the stage for the unresolved questions surrounding her death, from the whispers of conflict to the haunting details of that fateful night.

Tune in to uncover the layers of Natalie Wood’s life and legacy, as Cat masterfully weaves together history, Hollywood glamour, and heartbreaking mystery. Don’t miss the next installment, where we’ll explore new revelations, conflicting accounts, and the reopened investigation that continues to intrigue and mystify.

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Episode Sources

 1. Books:
    * Finstad, Suzanne. Natasha: The Biography of Natalie Wood. New York: Random House, 2001.
      * This biography is one of the most detailed accounts of Natalie Wood’s life. It includes in-depth interviews with her family, friends, and colleagues, and covers her complex relationship with her mother, Maria, her marriage to Robert Wagner, and her career highs and lows. This book provided background on Natalie’s family, her early life, and the pressures she faced, as well as details about her first and second marriages to Wagner.
    * Davern, Dennis and Rulli, Marti. Goodbye Natalie, Goodbye Splendour. Medallion Press, 2009.
      * Co-written by Dennis Davern, the captain aboard Splendour during Natalie’s last weekend, this book provides Davern’s account of the events surrounding her death, Wagner’s involvement, and his later testimonies. It was a primary source for understanding Davern’s relationship with the couple and details of the fateful Thanksgiving weekend.
 2. Articles and Websites:
    * Vanity Fair: "Natalie Wood’s Fatal Voyage" by Sam Kashner, March 2012.
      * This in-depth article investigates Natalie Wood's life, the influence of her mother, her relationship with Wagner, and her final days. It provided insight into the challenges Natalie faced balancing family and career in the years before her death.
    * The Los Angeles Times: “After 30 Years, Natalie Wood’s Death Remains an Open Case” by Richard Winton, February 2018.
      * This article covers the 2011 reopening of Natalie Wood’s case, with statements from the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and updates on Wagner’s status as a “person of interest.” It was useful for understanding the ongoing investigation and Wagner's relationship with the authorities.
    * Town & Co

Death of Natalie Wood P1

n this episode of Haunting History, Cat delves into the life and legacy of the legendary Harry Houdini. Born Erik Weiss in Budapest in 1874, Houdini rose from humble beginnings to become the world’s greatest escape artist, captivating audiences with his daring feats of escape from handcuffs, straightjackets, and locked water tanks. However, his remarkable career was not just about physical skill—he also became a staunch skeptic of spiritualism, a movement he was drawn to in his later years. While Houdini devoted much of his life to debunking fraudulent mediums and psychics, his personal loss of his beloved mother led him to secretly hope for an afterlife.

Cat explores the personal and professional journey that led Houdini to fame, including his partnership with wife Bess, his relentless work ethic, and his eventual crusade against spiritualism. But even in death, Houdini remained a figure shrouded in mystery, with stories of his ghost continuing to captivate the public. Following his death on Halloween in 1926, Bess Houdini held annual séances, hoping for a sign from her husband, culminating in a decade-long search for the secret word they had agreed upon—a final proof of life after death. Did Houdini, the ultimate escape artist, escape the grasp of the afterlife? Tune in to hear the full story of Houdini's fascinating life and the eerie haunting that followed his death.

Join Cat as she unpacks the incredible journey of Houdini, the magician who defied death, and the legend that lives on through eerie tales and unfulfilled promises from beyond the grave.

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 * Biography of Harry Houdini, including his early life, career, and stage name origins: The Secret Life of Houdini: The Making of America’s First Superhero by William Kalush and Larry Sloman.
 * Houdini's transition to escape acts and career development: Houdini: The Life and Times of the World's Greatest Magician by Charlotte Montague.
 * Houdini's relationship with Bess and their professional partnership: Houdini: The Man Who Walked Through Walls by William Lindsay Gresham.
 * Houdini's interactions with Martin Beck and his rise to fame in Vaudeville and Europe: The Secret Life of Houdini: The Making of America’s First Superhero by William Kalush and Larry Sloman.
 * Houdini's interest in spiritualism and his relationship with Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: Houdini and Conan Doyle: The Story of a Strange Friendship by Bernard M. L. Ernst and Hereward Carrington.
 * Houdini's skepticism and debunking of spiritualism: A Magician Among the Spirits by Harry Houdini.
 * Details of Houdini’s death and the events leading up to it: The Secret Life of Houdini: The Making of America’s First Superhero by William Kalush and Larry Sloman.
 * The Broken Wand Ceremony and its significance in the magic community: magician.org and Houdini: His Legend and His Magic by Doug Henning.
 * The legend of Houdini’s ghost and posthumous séances: Shadows of Niagara by John Savoie.
 * https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/rose-mackenberg-houdini-ghost-buster

and of course Ancestry.com, MyHeritage.com, Newspaperarc

Harry Houdini

In this special collaboration between the Low Ancestry and Haunting History podcasts, Karyn Harding of Low Ancestry shares the compelling story of her third-great-granduncle, Edward Hargrave. Born in London's Shoreditch neighborhood, Edward emigrated to the United States and enlisted as a Union soldier during the Civil War. His service led to his capture by Confederate forces, resulting in imprisonment at both Libby Prison in Richmond, Virginia, and the notorious Andersonville Prison in Georgia. These prisons were infamous for their overcrowded and harsh conditions, with Andersonville alone accounting for nearly 13,000 Union soldier deaths due to disease, malnutrition, and exposure.

Cat  of Haunting History delves into the dark histories and reported hauntings of both Libby and Andersonville prisons. She explores the harrowing experiences of prisoners subjected to overcrowding, disease, and malnutrition, leading to high mortality rates. Cat shares the enduring legends and paranormal activities associated with these sites, where visitors and staff alike have reported unexplained phenomena, suggesting that the spirits of those who suffered may still linger. Can one of them be Karyn's ancestor?

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Unedited Version of a LIVE recording we did in front of an audience about Haunted High Schools. Recorded in the library of the Corona Civic Center that was once the local High School from 1923-1960.

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 Ancestry.com, MyHeritage.com, Newspaperarchives, FamilySearch.org

 

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In this continuation of the haunting at the Conjuring House, we dive deeper into the chilling experiences of the Perron family as they grappled with terrifying paranormal events. Carolyn Perron, desperate to protect her family, was hesitant to leave despite the oppressive atmosphere, as financial constraints held them to the property. As the paranormal disturbances intensified, Carolyn’s health began to suffer, and violent, unexplained occurrences became a frightening norm in the house. Today, the Conjuring House remains a place of eerie fascination, drawing paranormal enthusiasts from around the world who are captivated by its unsettling history and enduring legacy.

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 Ancestry.com, MyHeritage.com, Newspaperarchives, FamilySearch.org

 

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The Conjuring House P2

In this episode, we delve into the true history behind the infamous Conjuring House, officially known as the Arnold Estate in Harrisville, Rhode Island. While the property has long been associated with ghostly legends and tragic stories, much of what we think we know is rooted in folklore rather than documented fact. We explore the tales of the Arnold family, including the mysterious deaths of Prudence, Johnny, and Sarah Arnold, as well as the infamous Bathsheba Sherman, separating historical truth from Hollywood fiction. Join us as we uncover the real story behind the Conjuring House’s dark reputation.

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Coast to Coast AM: Provided information on the recent drama involving Jacqueline Nuñez, her firing of staff, and disputes related to the Conjuring House’s management.
Source: Coast to Coast AM [https://www.coasttocoastam.com/article/video-conjuring-house-worker-fired-over-bizarre-dispute-involving-sites-resident-ghost]
Coast to Coast AM [https://www.coasttocoastam.com/article/video-conjuring-house-worker-fired-over-bizarre-dispute-involving-sites-resident-ghost/]
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NRI Now: Detailed the resignations of the Heinzens and other staff members, as well as Jacqueline Nuñez’s response and the controversy surrounding the management of the Conjuring House.
Source: NRI Now
NRI Now [https://www.nrinow.news/2024/07/11/ghost-drama-resignations-social-media-posts-have-fans-questioning-changes-at-the-conjuring-house/]
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The Conjuring House Official Website: For the latest pricing and details on tours and paranormal investigations at the Conjuring House, including overnight stays and guided tours.
Source: The Conjuring House [https://theconjuringhouse.com].

Andrea Perron’s Book, House of Darkness, House of Light: This three-part memoir, written by Andrea Perron, chronicles her family’s real-life experiences living in the haunted Arnold Estate (now known as the Conjuring House). The memoir explores the decade-long haunting in vivid detail, focusing on the paranormal events that the family endured from 1970 to 1980. The book provided key inspiration for The Conjuring movie, although the film takes creative liberties. Perron’s book delves much deeper into the family's encounters with spirits, including her belief that not all the entities were malevolent.
Source: AuthorHouse
AuthorHouse [https://www.authorhouse.com/en/bookstore/bookdetails/302330-House-of-Darkness-House-of-Light]
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The Movie The Conjuring and Its Connection to the Perron Family: The Conjuring (2013), directed by James Wan, was largely based on the Perron family’s experiences as documented by Ed and Lorraine Warren. While the movie heightened certain aspects for dramatic effect, like the intense exorcism scene and the portrayal of Bathsheba Sherman as the main antagonist, it was directly inspired

The Conjuring House P1

In this episode, we dive into the true story behind The Haunting in Connecticut, focusing on the experiences of the Snedeker family. In the late 1980s, the Snedekers moved into a former funeral home in Southington, Connecticut, only to be confronted by a series of disturbing and unexplained events. As they struggled with their son’s battle with cancer, they also faced terrifying paranormal activity, which left the entire family emotionally and psychologically scarred. We explore the traumatic impact of these experiences and how their story became one of the most infamous hauntings in modern history.

True Story of the Haunting In Connecticut

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http://robertthedoll.org/

https://www.ghostsandgravestones.com/key-west/robert-the-doll

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KutwG-f6Kc

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_(doll)

Fort East Martello Museum Archives

"Robert the Doll: The True Story" by David L. Sloan

Florida Keys History Museum Records

Steiff Company Historical Records

"Haunted Key West" by Brad Bertelli

Ancestry.com - Otto Family Records

Newspapers.com - Archives of the Key West Citizen

"Ghosts of Key West" by David L. Sloan

"Haunted Objects: Stories of Ghosts on Your Shelf" by Christopher Balzano

"The World's Most Haunted Dolls" by Peggy Brant

Historical Society of the Florida Keys

Paranormal Research Society - Key West Chapter

Personal testimonies from museum visitors and staff, documented by the East Martello Museum

"Haunted Dolls: Their Eyes Follow You" by John Harker

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Robert the Doll

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Episode Sources:

Introduction and History:

 1. "Greystone Mansion & Park" - Beverly Hills City Website
 2. "The Doheny Mansion: A Biography of a House" by Mary Frances K. Deasy
 3. "Greystone: Beverly Hills' Hidden Gem" by Robert S. Anderson

Doheny Family History:

 1. "Edward L. Doheny: Petroleum Pioneer" by Margaret Leslie Davis
 2. "The Dark Side of Fortune: Triumph and Scandal in the Life of Oil Tycoon Edward L. Doheny" by Margaret Leslie Davis
 3. United States Census Data, 1880

Construction of Greystone Mansion:

 1. "The Enchanted Hill: The Los Angeles Heritage Project" by Charles F. Harris
 2. "Los Angeles: A Biography of a City" by John Caughey and LaRee Caughey

Teapot Dome Scandal:

 1. "The Teapot Dome Scandal: How Big Oil Bought the Harding White House and Tried to Steal the Country" by Laton McCartney
 2. "The Great Los Angeles Swindle: Oil, Stocks, and Scandal During the Roaring Twenties" by Jules Tygiel

Murder-Suicide Incident:

 1. "Greystone Mansion Murders: The Real-Life Hollywood Mystery" by Harold Schechter
 2. Los Angeles Times Archives, February 1929
 3. "The Deaths at Greystone: Ned Doheny and Hugh Plunkett" - Historical Society of Southern California

Ghost Stories and Paranormal Activity:

 1. "Haunted Houses of Los Angeles" by Tom Ogden
 2. "Ghosts of Greystone: Beverly Hills' Haunted Mansion" by David Oman
 3. "The Haunting of Greystone Mansion: A Paranormal Investigator's Tale" - Interview with a Beverly Hills Park Ranger (Anonymous), Paranormal Investigator Journal

Conclusion:

 1. "Mysteries and Hauntings at Greystone Mansion" - Ghost Hunters' Blog
 2. "The Spirits of Greystone: Legends and Lore" - Paranormal Research Society

 

 

Images:

 

 * https://beverlypress.com/2018/11/tour-the-historic-beverly-hills-doheny-greystone-mansion/
 * https://beverlypress.com/2023/09/the-ghosts-of-greystone/
 * https://spectracompany.com/project/greystone-mansion/
 * https://tessa2.lapl.org/digital/collection/photos/id/24916/
 * https://www.newyorksocialdiary.com/the-continuing-mystery-of-the-greystone-mansion-murders/

 

 

 

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