In the newest episode of our Curious Travels podcast, we trace the tragic string of recent drownings at Lady Bird Lake, laying out the evidence and folklore related to the supposed “Rainey Street Ripper.” Many locals have unanswered questions, and we want to hear from you: Do you think Austin has a serial killer lurking in the shadows?

From True Crime tales both recent and past, to the famed hauntings of the Driscoll Hotel, we share how beneath the surface of one of Texas’ most visited travel destinations lies a history of tragedy that dark tourists can experience today.

Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman

Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman

Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman

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For this Halloween Curious Travels podcast episode, we're blending dark tourism with the purely paranormal. Join us as we journey to Las Vegas to explore Zak Bagans’ Haunted Museum, located at the infamous Wengert Mansion. Once a symbol of 1930s Vegas prosperity, this property is now a labyrinth of notorious artifacts like the Dybbuk Box and Dr. Kevorkian’s Van. We'll also trace the evolution of paid fright experiences, from Victorian ghost shows to the mega-business of modern scream parks. Tune in as we find out how fear has turned into the ultimate form of entertainment.

Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman

Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman

Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman

Music: Pixabay

Sound Effects: Pixabay

Jacksonville in East Texas has a history that runs deep in blood and tragedy. Travel with us in our new episode of Curious Travels, as we uncover the secrets the land holds, including the Killough Massacre and The Circus Riot of 1873. We’ll also share our own haunting experiences during our stay at the 1899 Bolton Street House. From frontier misfortune to cemeteries, Jacksonville is the perfect dark tourist destination. Some folks believe that the land demands to be remembered.

Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman

Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman

Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman

Music: Pixabay

Sound Effects: Pixabay