Best Lighthouse Writers Podcasts (2026)

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318. For the Kids: Meet the Lighthouse Family 41:28

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8d ago41:28

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What happens when we slow down and really listen to the language of a story? In this special episode for kids and parents, we cozy up with Cynthia Rylant’s Lighthouse Family series and unpack a delicious opening passage from The Storm. We notice how sound, mood, adjectives, and even compound words work together to paint Pandora the lighthouse cat’s…

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320. An Important Message from Julie about Brave Writer 35:42

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What happens when you realize the mission can grow even as your energy changes? This week, we share a heartfelt update about Brave Writer’s next chapter—why protecting the “sacred trust” matters, how strong culture makes change possible, and what it looks like to move from doing it all to mentoring new leadership. Along the way, we revisit a long-h…

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319. How to Grow Writing Skills as an Adult 54:20

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Have you ever wished you could grow as a writer—not just help your kids write, but find your own voice on the page? In this episode, we explore practical, gentle ways to build an adult writing life from scratch. We talk about tiny daily practices, “write or do nothing” sessions, using poems and memories as prompts, and reading as the best antidote …

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The Decker Girls 1:00:59

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Travis Decker was described as an active father who loved his three daughters. Everything seemed normal when he picked the girls up for a scheduled visitation on May 30th, 2025, but Travis did not return the girls on time. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the tragic murders of Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia Decker. Days later, police found their bod…

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The Mysterious Death Of Cora Stallman | With Graveyardsnoop’s Tori Brovet 1:02:16

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In 1925, Cora Stallman's body was discovered in a cistern on her sister's farm. Despite the coroner's findings, that she had not drowned and showed minimal signs of physical injury, her death was swiftly ruled a suicide. This case, the strangest ever featured on A Study of Strange, remains a provocative unsolved mystery. It involves many cryptic de…

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Andre Jones 1:11:03

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Andre Jones was an 18-year-old from Jackson, Mississippi, who was arrested at a sobriety checkpoint days before he was supposed to start his freshman year of college. Shortly after his arrest, Andre was found hanging in a prison shower. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the death of Andre Jones. Officials said Andre ended his life because he was …

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The Emerald Girls - Ireland’s Missing Women 47:59

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When cold cases are looked at, many officers believe the name of the culprit is already held within the paperwork. Time can restrict an investigation as people move away, forget details or pass away. But it also works in the other way, that loyalties change, people lose the fear of being found out or their conscience finally gets to them and new in…

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The Philadelphia Experiment 20:57

15d ago20:57

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On October 28, 1943, the USS Eldridge allegedly vanished from the Philadelphia Naval Yard, creating a legend of teleportation, time travel, and government cover-ups that refuses to die. This popular legend dominates historical mystery TV shows, podcasts, and forums, but how did the story really begin? This episode dives into the strange letters sen…

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317. Hygge Homeschool for the Holidays 57:24

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As the leaves turn and the days shorten, there's a distinct shift in the air – it's the cozy season, a time for warmth, reflection, and connection. This season, we're revisiting one of our favorite conversations about embracing the Danish concept of hygge (pronounced “hoo-ga”) in our homeschooling journey. Hygge is all about creating a warm atmosph…

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The Mary Morris Murders 55:09

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In October 2000, two women named Mary Morris were murdered days apart in Harris County, Texas. Authorities have said they haven’t found a link between the cases, both of which remain unsolved, but the families say the coincidences are too suspicious to ignore. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the Mary Morris murders. The body of Mary Lou Morris …

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The Salford Murders - The Heavy Bag Killer Case and More 41:04

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In the spring of 2024, the town of Salford again found itself at the centre of a nightmare when parts of a human body started turning up all over the city. This including an abandoned bunker, the banks of a quiet reservoir, and multiple parks. However, the only clue they would find was from grainy surveillance footage of a lone man carrying heavy s…

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316. When Your Middlers Lack Interest 47:25

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What do we do when our tweens and teens don’t seem “into” anything? In this episode, we explore how to revive interest, curiosity, and motivation in the middle school years—without forcing artificial enthusiasm. We talk about why middlers may seem disengaged, how risk and adventure replace the “magic” of early childhood learning, and how deep dives…

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Randy Leach 1:01:13

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17-year-old Randy Leach was reported missing on April 16th, 1988, after he failed to come home from a high school party. Thirty-seven years later, neither Randy nor the car he was driving has been found. There have been many rumors in this case, from drug deals gone wrong to satanic cult activity, but few real leads for investigators to follow up o…

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The Baby Doe Cases - Victoria & Ava Abandoned & Alone 44:33

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I first became aware of the cases of Baby Victoria and Baby Ava as both cases happened just a few steps away from my home on the edge of Farnworth. The two cases are very different at first, both centring on the death of a new born child. Both include mothers probably desperate at the time both controlled no doubt by a man who is always right. #mys…

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315. The 8 Stages of Homeschooling 44:36

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How do we move from “I think I want to homeschool” to “We’ve created an education that fits us”? In this episode, we walk through the eight natural stages homeschool parents experience, from jumping in without a clue, to swapping curriculum in search of the “perfect” program, to finally trusting ourselves and embracing “us schooling.” We share real…

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The Haunted St. Augustine Lighthouse 13:17

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The St. Augustine Lighthouse is considered one of the most haunted sites in the U.S. due to a history marked by death and tragedy, including a fatal accident involving children. For over a century, visitors have reported unexplained phenomena, often linking these occurrences to the true, tragic stories of those who died at the Lighthouse. From appa…

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Maura Murray 1:08:30

1M ago1:08:30

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21-year-old Maura Murray went missing from Haverhill, New Hampshire, on February 9th, 2004, moments after crashing her car in the snow. Over twenty years later, there is still no trace of her. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the infamous missing persons case of Maura Murray. This case has drawn nationwide attention. Amateur websleuths on the in…

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Family's That Flee From Haunted Homes, Ghosts, Hunchbacks & Vampires 33:44

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Many people report terrifying encounters with Paranormal Beings as they go about their daily business and due to popular culture they are probably going to see it as negative, aggressive or in some cases Demonic. I like to put an end to the Satanic Panic by understand that many of these Beings are also just going about their daily business as they …

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314. Two Honest Thoughts About Tech in Homeschool 41:45

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Is tech quietly running your homeschool? In this episode, we explore what happens when we trade the shared adventure of learning at home for one-child-one-screen schooling. We look at why so many of us feel pressured to meet standards, how online platforms promise to “save” us, and what our kids might be losing when learning is reduced to logins, s…

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America's First Serial Killers 1:01:15

1M ago1:01:15

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Re-release of a classic episode. Considered to be the first American serial killers, Micajah and Wiley Harpe were born in North Carolina in the mid to late 1700s and became notorious for their violent crimes in Kentucky and Tennessee. They are known for committing a series of brutal murders. We dive into the fascinating and dark history of the Harp…

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Aaron Tait - Far Horizons: A Journey from War to Peace 43:54

1M ago43:54

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In this episode Ky Garvey talks with Aaron Tate about his memoir Far Horizons, tracing his transformation from a young naval officer deployed after 9/11 to a humanitarian leader in Africa. Aaron discusses the trauma of war, the moral awakening that led him to pursue international development, the challenges of writing a raw memoir, and his hopes to…

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Judy Rawlings 50:05

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16-year-old Judy Rawlings was reported missing from her family’s home on October 5th, 2001. Two weeks later, her body was found in the woods. Police have identified a suspect, but the murder remains unsolved over twenty years later. Join Mike and Morf as they discuss the murder of Judy Rawlings. What is tougher on the family of a murder victim: to …

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Haunted Lighthouse - Death, Mystery & Murder 40:48

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She Was Eaten By Rats, Flatholm Lighthouse, The Disappearance of the Eilean Mor Lighthouse Keepers The Smalls Lighthouse Tragedy Ghost Stories of Eddystone Lighthouse, Devon Hook Lighthouse Ireland Happisburgh Hunchback Ghost at the Lighthouse St Mary’s Lighthouse, Whitley Bay Souter Lighthouse Hauntings Become a supporter of this podcast: https://…

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The Murder of Jeanne French aka "The Red Lipstick Murder" 19:14

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Three weeks after the grisly Black Dahlia murder, Los Angeles was hit with another brutal homicide. This time with a message scrawled in red lipstick across the body. How did Jeanne French end up the victim of a crime that remains unsolved all these decades later, and was the case related to the Black Dahlia? Theme Music by Matt Glass https://www.g…

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313. Perspective in Learning 55:59

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What if the key to helping your kids love learning is simply seeing the world through their eyes? In this episode, we explore perspective as the secret sauce of education and connection. We begin with Steven’s unforgettable appreciation letter to UPS (and the jaw-dropping chocolate response!), then move on to practical ways to help kids imagine oth…

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Michelle O'Connell 1:09:24

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For over a decade, there have been questions regarding the death of Michelle O’Connell, a young mother from Florida who was in a relationship with a sheriff’s deputy. Her death is officially declared a suicide, but several experts believe the evidence points to a homicide. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the death of Michelle O'Connell. Michell…

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The Road To Anarchy: Trailer 0:46

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Paula McLean on Debut Novels, Fearless Press & The Stella Legacy 36:12

2M ago36:12

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In this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey speaks with Paula McLean about her debut novel, the inspiration behind publishing imprint Fearless Press (founded by her daughter Ginny Grant), and the importance of supporting women writers through prizes like the Stella Prize and the new Fearless Prize. They discuss the shift from memoir to fiction, …

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312. Writing Stations 27:42

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Julie Bogart and Melissa Wiley return with a heartwarming episode all about writing stations---simple, inviting setups that help kids discover the joy of putting pen to paper. Inspired by Melissa's son Steven, who has turned letter-writing into an art form, the hosts explore how authentic writing can become a beloved ritual rather than a chore. Fro…

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The Women Who Vanished in Cleveland Hill’s Shadow 56:10

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In the ‘70s and ‘80s, three Florida women went missing under suspiciously similar circumstances. The women didn’t know each other. Their only connection was a man named Cleveland Hill Jr. All three women went missing after they ended their affairs with Hill. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss the murders of Margaret Dash, Retha Hiers, and Donyelle…

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Christian White: The Long Night 51:44

2M ago51:44

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Host Ky Garvey talks with novelist and screenwriter Christian White about his new book, The Long Night, his work adapting stories for screen, and his writing process. They cover character-driven storytelling, the writer’s room, and practical advice for aspiring writers. White also shares personal anecdotes—from the early days of submitting work and…

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The Murder Zone | Tales of the Cumminsville Ripper 26:15

2M ago26:15

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Five women were found brutally murdered in the Cumminsville area of Cincinnati, Ohio, in the early 20th century. The serial killer was never caught, the murders remain unsolved, and no viable suspects were ever questioned, which is especially strange because multiple women survived the assailant's attacks. The one detail witnesses noticed was that …

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311. An Atmosphere, a Discipline, a Life: Don’t Miss This One! 52:46

2M ago52:46

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Julie Bogart and Melissa Wiley reunite to reflect on one of Charlotte Mason’s most enduring ideas: that *education is an atmosphere, a discipline, and a life*. What begins as a heartfelt story about a cozy childhood home becomes a rich conversation about the environments we create for learning—spaces that invite participation, curiosity, and joy. T…

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Judy Smith 1:05:47

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Judy Smith decided to accompany her husband to a work conference in Philadelphia. She disappeared some time after leaving the hotel to go sightseeing. Months later, her body was found in a remote area of the Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina. Join Mike and Gibby as they discuss Judy Smith. Judy's husband, Jeff, was frantic and called the pol…