Memphis is a city of music and history, but it is also a city of ghosts. Today, we explore one of its most enduring and debated legends: the haunting of Brinkley Female College by the mysterious Lizzie - and the hunt for an elusive buried jar that captivated an entire city.

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In this episode, we cover:

• The origins of the Brinkley Female College and its place in Memphis history.

• First-hand accounts of the terrifying encounters with "Lizzie."

• Why this specific ghost story remains one of the most controversial legends in Tennessee folklore.

Listen now to decide for yourself: is Lizzie a product of imagination, or a spirit that refused to leave school?

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CREDITS: "Lizzie, Ghost of Brinkley Female College" was adapted and directed by Craig Dominey. Storyteller: Cathy Kaemmerlen (https://tattlingtales.com/). Audio Production: Henry Howard. Piano improvisations by Carole Mitchell

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