Sideshow 4: A Living Curiosity

The French, Spanish, and the Americans believed that heading west was a divine calling. This is the story of when beliefs cross the line into territory more dangerous than the land itself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

The Gold Rush became a beacon of hope for many. They headed West to seek their fortunes. But Americans weren’t the only ones looking for a better life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Last time, we talked about Sojourner Truth's enslavement and how a religious vision after she was free led her to moving to New York City. Today, we’re picking up with another vision, which marked a huge shift in how she lived her life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/ ...  عرض المزيد

A woman named Aly believes someone or something might have been following her throughout her life and looking out for her. Later, an entity her boyfriend sees in the night, confirms her suspicions. To see photos related to this episode, click here Subscribe to Otherworld on Pat ...  عرض المزيد

Bird is celebrated as a world traveler, though she didn’t really come into her own as a traveler until she was in her 40s. Her books about her journeys were wildly popular. There are also some pretty big questions about the persona she presented publicly. Learn more about your ad ...  عرض المزيد

Kristin O'Donnell Tubb tell shares the story of the family that lived in the New York Public Library.Support the show ( https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform ...  عرض المزيد