OHP Radio - The Bell Witch with Pat Fitzhugh

Folks today we head to the Spooky Side of History. We go in search of the Southern myth and legend of the “Bell Witch” with Author and Historian Pat Fitzhugh. This is one of the most documented haunts in American History, and for good reason. It will not only send some chills down your spine but is also a fantastic story. We invite you to read more about Pat Fitzhugh on our Authors Corner or go over and explore his site and learn more about this haunting on his site www.bellwitch.org. Pat has written some great books on the story of The Bell Witch plus a brand new one “Ghostly Cries from Dixie”, which is sure to be a hit. He tells us one of the stories at the beginning of the show and I throw in a small teaser story at the end. What a way to spend the night!

After listening to our show head over to www.spookysouthcoast.com where my good friends will be telling ghost stories from 10PM-Midnight and you can listen live. So, listen to the Story of the Bell Witch, go grab the candy and sit back and listen to more stories Tim Weisberg, Matt Moniz and Matt Costa while getting ready for bed.

Happy Halloween!
Our History Project

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OHP RADIO - Captain Dale Dye

We are joined by Captain Dale Dye (USMC Ret.). If you do not recognize the name I’m sure you will know the movies – Saving Private Ryan, Platoon, Band of Brothers are just to name a few. Dale Dye is an actor, director, advisor and so much more. We credit him with bringing the real story to Hollywood and putting the realism into the movies we see. Capt. Dye is the real deal – 3 Purple Hearts, Bronze Star and several other medals of distinction. If anyone knows what it should be, he is one that can tell you from firsthand experience.

Also, starting this week you can purchase HQ copies of the show. The cost is $5 per CD. A $2 shipping charge will apply but only to one of them - so you can order 50 copies and still only be $2 shipping. AND, YES - IT'S TAX DEDUCTABLE!

All shows will still remain free online (no change there). All the shows we post are recorded at 48 bits and these CD's will be at 192 bit, Just a cleaner sound. The difference is also the size. We try and keep the downloads under 30MB in size while the CDs do not limit the size for audio.

We are just thinking of ways that we can provide a product at a low cost to you to help fund our Nonprofit Mission. We will be building our past shows so if you want a specific one let me know and I'l work on those first.

Any questions drop me an email at craiganderson@ourhistoryproject.com

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OHP RADIO - John Lynch - Fayetteville, GA Historian

I thought this may be of interest to some because it contains stories of some very notable people of our history. Also don't forget look down this list I have added the other side of SSC from 8-29 and also check out 30 odd minutes. I cut the audio so we can all say we saw it or heard it rather. Let me know what you think about doing the audio for 30 odd minutes here (Yes or No). Thanks- Craig

Show notes OHP:

Ever since I started this project there have been two names that have surfaced in people saying you have to get ……….Well, one of those have to haves is today’s guest John Lynch.

John is the city of Fayetteville, GA historian and curator of the The Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House Museum. This is a show that as they say - Is sure to please. Join us as John spins tales, facts and legends of such notable caricatures and events such as Doc Holiday, Margaret Mitchell, Lost Treasure, Civil War raids and humorous citizens. As I said it one that is sure to please.

If you are in the area stop in and visit The Holliday-Dorsey-Fife House Museum. There website is http://hdfhouse.com/ .

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OHP Radio - Colin Woodard - The Republic of Pirates

This week we are please to introduce you to Colin Woodard. Colin is here to talk about his book “The Republic of Pirates. There are a ton of facts that I bet you did not know on this subject, I didn’t. It is a great show that goes back in time to a swashbuckling high seas adventure. Join us as we explore not only the Pirate culture itself, but those legendary characters that made our visions of pirates today what it is. You will also be surprised at how short of time the golden age of the pirates was that still gives us this vision even today. For a full Biography on Colin Woodard please visit his website http://www.colinwoodard.com/ and his book The Republic of Pirates can be found on Amazon.

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OHP - Peter Limburg - Deceived: The Story of the Donner Party

I thought some of you would enjoy this one.

Author and friend Mr. Peter Limburg joins us this week to talk about the perils of the Donner Party. This is a tale you don’t want to miss. You may have heard the story before, and I believe it was in elementary school when I first heard this tale, but if you are like me I never have heard the whole story. The first epic that told of human consumption was and has always been a grizzly tale, at least in my mind.

However, hearing the story unfold you will discover new dimensions to this tale, one of deception, greed, hardships, trusts and mistrusts, courage, stupidity and fate. As I said, this is one you do not want to miss. Hear this story, learn what happened and also learn that a bad discussion can change your life forever. Deceived: The true story of the Donner Party can be found in hardcover and Kindle editions on Amazon.com.

Lenght: 67:43

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Our History Project – “Titanic’s Last Secrets” – Brad Matsen

I thought this may interest some. And the fact that SSC just did a show on the Society of the Dead and going to this location for EVPs. This has long been a fascination for many.

This week we are pleased to have Historian, Writer, Researcher and Explorer Brad Matsen. Brad is here to talk about his latest book “Titanic’s Last Secrets”. The book and the interview leaves nothing out or to chance. We go behind the scenes to explore the truth of the sinking, who knew what and when. And, we will also talk about the people who built the ship, the cover-ups and the conspiracy theories about this ship and it’s sinking. We will also answer the age old question of – “Why does the world romanticize this tragedy?”

This is the stuff of legend folks!

I will be posting a review of this book soon, and let me tell you know – It is worth the time! Full review coming soon to the Our History Project Book Review blog.

Lenght: 1:15

Size: 25MB

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Our History Project – The Steam Ship Arabia - Charlie Harris

This week on Our History Project we talk with Charlie Harris, Author of several books and a contributing writer to American Digger Magazine. Charlie is going to tell us the saga of the Steam Ship Arabia. The amazing thing about this wreck – you will not believe where it was found and what was on it.

Don’t forget on Wednesday we will have the “In the Dirt with American Digger” segment. Butch from American Digger Magazine will be in to talk about the hobby of Metal Detecting. And, knowing us, you never know where we will end up!

Length: 57 min

Size 23MB

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Our History Project - Memorial Day Special

This week Our History Project pays tribute to all of the fallen Patriots, Soldiers and Private Citizens of our great country who gave their life for our country and for us. Join us this week as we remember our history through a collection of short stories that covers our history from the Revolutionary War to the Current Middle Eastern Conflict.

Hour 1: 56 min. - 22MB

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Hour 2: 1:06 - 23MB

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Our History Project - The Final Chapter - Aaron Cadieux - King Philips War

This week the final chapter of King Philip's War with guest and Film Maker Aaron Cadieux whose is working on the Documentary "The First Patriots". Try as we may it is going to go 1 more week and finish with part 3. We will try not to do many of these continuations often, however since more than 95% of Americans know anything of this war we thought it was important to share this story.


A couple of things to note: King Philip was not English nor was he French, he in fact was the chief of the Wampanoag Indians and this war was also referred to as Metacomet's War or Metacom's Rebellion. In this episode the war begins the atrocities begin as well, so parents you may want to listen first.

This has been a fascinating series and we thank Aaron Cadieux for giving his time and knowledge to us and sharing this piece of history. When this video is released, we have offered and I hope the offer was accepted, we will be hosting viewing of this film in the Atlanta Area. If you, your group or historical organization would be willing to host such an event please let me know. I would be a wonderful testament for this story to reach all 50 states.

On the lighter side Butch Holcombe with American Digger Magazine stopped by for some fun and a couple of stories with a promise to call us from the field if he makes a great find this week on vacation.

-Craig

A complete Biography on Aaron can be found on Our History Project - Authors Corner.
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Contests

American Digger Magazine

We have a name for our segment, “(?)” Congratulations to (?), who will be receiving a 1 year subscription to American Digger Magazine. (Sorry, you'll have to listen to find out!)

If you did not win this one tune in next week for our announcement of the next contest. Hint- It involves Cash!

Lenght: 80 Minutes

Size: 32MB

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Our History Project – 04-18-09 – Early Baseball with Tim Darnell and Relics with American Digger Magazine

This will be the last full show post on this site of Our History Project. Thanks for your patients while we got things going. I will post the links for the new shows in-case there may be an intrest, but nothing to the extent I am currently doing.

Thanks again

Craig


First don't forget to go to our Forum http://ourhistoryproject.lefora.com/forum/ sign up and show us what you have found, tell us what your researching or just reading.

Now!

Spring is here! The flowers the showers, the grass, everything is waking up and starting to green. Songs such as “Me and You and a Dog Named Boo” and “Put me in Coach” bring about an almost festive time or feeling in us of an age to remember. With these memories of Spring that comes flooding back during this time of year comes the “Excitement” that the diamond is open and the bases are lined.

Its Baseball again, Folks!

What better way to start the season than remembering a little of the past. Our guest this week is Tim Darnell. Tim is the author of “The Crackers, Early Days of Atlanta Baseball.” Tim not only tells us stories of the second most winning-est team in all of professional sports, but gives us an insight to the early days of the game including Professional, Minor League and Negro League Ball.

A link to Amazon and Tim Darnell’s book “The Crackers, Early Days of Atlanta Baseball” can be found here.

This is a show you do not want to miss!

Relics, Detecting, Preserving and Enjoying History

We were also treated to an appearance by Butch Holcombe of “American Digger Magazine”. Not only did American Digger become a Sponsor for the show, supporting our vision of preserving the past but Butch has agreed to join us again for a weekly spot to highlight stories of History and those that relate to Metal Detecting and Relic Hunting, what is being found around the country and how you can catch the bug.

The great thing about Butch and American Digger Magazine is that they are true friends to our history’s past and are very much proponents of Preservation and Education. Their main site can be found at http://www.americandigger.com/ and for being a sponsor they also have a logo placement on each of our pages at http://www.ourhistoryproject.com so you can find them anytime. Their Our History Project can be found at http://ourhistoryproject.com/AmericanDiggerMagazine.html.

We can be found on all podcasting sites including, i-tunes, zune and twitter.

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Our History Project 04-11-09 - Historic Travel - Washington, Georgia

Each year all over the country vacationer’s and history buffs travel the United States. In many of these towns, cities and parishes lies a historical home that prompts visitors to come in, look around and see what life was like in the olden days. Behind the doors of these places we are allowed to go back in time and take a glimpse of who the people were, learn about the families and see what is was like not to have a TV or a computer.

This week we focus on the historical part of travel and invite you to come along with us. We traveled to Historic Washington, Georgia in Wilkes County to tour a very grand old home/museum and see a great collection of artifacts from a day gone by, among them there are 21 hand painted movie posters that were on display at the famous Lowes Grand Theater.

We had a great tour and learned a lot from the first county in Georgia, but we invite you to explore all of our small communities though out the U.S., the stories there are real and the artifacts are real. What better way to learn our heritage than to hold a little of the past in your hands?

To learn more about the Washington-Wilkes Historical Foundation please visit them at

http://www.historyofwilkes.org/ or

http://www.washingtonwilkes.org/




Length: 1:19:00

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