Ride shotgun with psychic sisters Jennifer James and Jill Stanley as they road trip to uncover extraordinary stories (we’re talking ghosts, murder, mayhem) in ordinary places (shout out to middle America!). Giving voice to the voiceless, these sisters use their intuitive powers, incredible research skills and wicked humor to “tune in” and bring untold history to life. So, hop in, buckle up and get ready for a smart, silly, spooky good time.
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Ride shotgun with psychic sisters Jennifer James and Jill Stanley as they road trip to uncover extraordinary stories (we’re talking ghosts, murder, mayhem) in ordinary places (shout out to middle America!). Giving voice to the voiceless, these sisters use their intuitive powers, incredible research skills and wicked humor to “tune in” and bring untold history to life. So, hop in, buckle up and get ready for a smart, silly, spooky good time.
128: The Confession of Charlie Johnson, The First Legally Hanged Man in Etowah County, AL
Common Mystics
1 hour 12 minutes 52 seconds
4 months ago
128: The Confession of Charlie Johnson, The First Legally Hanged Man in Etowah County, AL
On this episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill explore the chilling story of a man condemned to death under dubious circumstances in the deep South of 1889.* The post-Reconstruction era brought significant challenges for people of color across the United States, including in communities like Etowah County, Alabama. Black residents endured constant threats of violence and intimidation, often with little to no protection from a biased legal system. At the center of this story is Charlie Johnson, the first Black man to be legally hanged in Etowah County. Convicted of murder, his case reveals a web of unsettling truths. Join us as we unravel Johnson's story—a narrative filled with revelations that will challenge everything you thought you knew.
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*This story contains discussions of violence and murder which may be distressing for sensitive audiences. We advise listener discretion.
Common Mystics
Ride shotgun with psychic sisters Jennifer James and Jill Stanley as they road trip to uncover extraordinary stories (we’re talking ghosts, murder, mayhem) in ordinary places (shout out to middle America!). Giving voice to the voiceless, these sisters use their intuitive powers, incredible research skills and wicked humor to “tune in” and bring untold history to life. So, hop in, buckle up and get ready for a smart, silly, spooky good time.
