The Strange South Podcast

The Grand Finale of the story of the Devil's Toybox, a haunted attraction in Northern Louisiana! Plus, martini baths, chicken heads, and what would YOU do in a room full of mirrors?

In this episode, Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney discuss cat houses and a beloved childhood musical featuring the iconic Dolly Parton while drinking a delicious springtime lavender lemon drop. Oh, and Patrice tells a disturbing story about a mirrored box and the Devil's toys.Content Warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide, which some listeners may find distressing.

After having talked through Song of the South, Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney discuss Country Living’s 2019 list of the 21 movies every Southerner needs to watch. We have opinions. What are yours?

Unpacking the Controversies of 'Song of the South'This episode delves into the misconceptions and controversies surrounding the Disney film 'Song of the South,' exploring its historical context, racist undertones, and the folkloric origins of its stories. The hosts discuss the film's reception, its depiction of African American characters, and the implications of re-releasing such

Welcome to the B-Side, where every week we'll dig a little deeper, drink a little longer, laugh a little harder, and share insights and itty bits you've never gotten to hear before.In this podcast episode, Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney discuss their recent trip to New Orleans, including the celebration of Patrice's birthday during Mardi Gras, their adventurous outing in the rain a

In this episode, Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney drink hot tea with a wee dram and who was the mystery man found in the yellow tent in Florida?A mysterious body was discovered in July 2018 in the Big Cypress National Preserve, with no immediate identification. Through the determined efforts of online communities and sophisticated DNA analysis, his identity was eventually uncovered.

Tales of king cakes - king cake sacrilege, savory king cakes, and the terrifying horrifying king cake baby mascot.

Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney drink, tailgate bloody marys, and talk storyville, moving statues, and cemetery swaps.In this classic rags to riches to graveyard ghosts story, we learn about Josie Arlington, who was Orphaned on the streets of New Orleans at a young age but grew up to rule the city’s newborn vice district. And then haunt its fancy Metairie Cemetery with her hell fl

Welcome to the B-Side, where every week, we’ll dig a little deeper, drink a little longer, laugh a little harder, and share insights and itty bits you’ve never gotten to hear before. In our latest episode, 158, we discuss strange sounds, Chris Hemsworth singing Soap Sally, and ghost stories from our hometown. Don't miss out on this wild ride!

Patrice, Marleah, and Courtney drink Red Wine Hot Cocoa and talk about The Legend of Soap Sally from the hills of North Georgia and the Appalachian area. As well as the real-life soap-maker killer, Leonarda Cianciulli.