<description>&lt;b&gt;In this episode, Shea risks getting canceled by Seattle loyalists by boldly declaring, “Tacoma is cooler than Seattle.” Yep, it’s happening. Join us as we count down 13 of Tacoma's unique claims to fame—from winning the Northern Pacific Railroad’s western terminus to being home to Stadium High School (an actual castle!), the world’s largest octopuses, and even inspiring Frank Herbert to write Dune. &lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;We’ll also cover iconic landmarks like the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and local legends that put Seattle’s Space Needle to shame. &lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;So if you're ready to dive into a lively (and potentially controversial) love letter to Tacoma, buckle up!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Highlights:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tacoma wins the Northern Pacific Railroad western terminus battle.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stadium High School’s castle-like beauty.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How Dune author Frank Herbert found inspiration in Tacoma’s landscapes.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Tacoma Narrows Bridge and its place in history.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Meet the world’s largest octopuses, right off the shores of Tacoma.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;b&gt;Disclaimer: Seattlites, this is all in good fun—so, come at us, bro!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;You can find more on our website! Rainydayrabbitholes.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you want ad-free episodes and bonus episodes? Sign up for our Patreon! Link on the website!&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Do you want to explore all that makes Tacoma the superior city? Then join an amazing historical tour! Pretty Gritty Tours covers all of our tour needs. Check out the amazing variety of tours at prettygrittytours.com&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Become a supporter of this podcast: &lt;a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss"&gt;https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support&lt;/a&gt;.</description>

In this episode, Shea risks getting canceled by Seattle loyalists by boldly declaring, “Tacoma is cooler than Seattle.” Yep, it’s happening. Join us as we count down 13 of Tacoma's unique claims to fame—from winning the Northern Pacific Railroad’s...

In this episode, Shea risks getting canceled by Seattle loyalists by boldly declaring, “Tacoma is cooler than Seattle.” Yep, it’s happening. Join us as we count down 13 of Tacoma's unique claims to fame—from winning the Northern Pacific Railroad’s western terminus to being home to Stadium High School (an actual castle!), the world’s largest octopuses, and even inspiring Frank Herbert to write Dune. We’ll also cover iconic landmarks like the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and local legends that put Seattle’s Space Needle to shame. So if you're ready to dive into a lively (and potentially controversial) love letter to Tacoma, buckle up! Highlights:<ul><li>Tacoma wins the Northern Pacific Railroad western terminus battle.</li><li>Stadium High School’s castle-like beauty.</li><li>How Dune author Frank Herbert found inspiration in Tacoma’s landscapes.</li><li>The Tacoma Narrows Bridge and its place in history.</li><li>Meet the world’s largest octopuses, right off the shores of Tacoma.</li></ul>Disclaimer: Seattlites, this is all in good fun—so, come at us, bro! You can find more on our website! Rainydayrabbitholes.com Do you want ad-free episodes and bonus episodes? Sign up for our Patreon! Link on the website! Do you want to explore all that makes Tacoma the superior city? Then join an amazing historical tour! Pretty Gritty Tours covers all of our tour needs. Check out the amazing variety of tours at prettygrittytours.com Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support</a>.

50. 13 Reasons Tacoma Dominates Seattle-Come At Me Bro!

<description>&lt;b&gt;In this special Halloween episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our fabulous friend Nules from the Ireland Crimes and Mysteries podcast! Nules joins us from across the pond to dive into spooky tales with an Irish twist. Together, we explore two stories that go bump in the night and connect Seattle’s eerie spots with Ireland’s haunting history.We start by revisiting Kells Irish restaurant in Seattle—formerly a mortuary, now rumored to be one of the city’s most haunted locations! &lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Jody unearths more chilling details from its mysterious past, first introduced in episode 30. Then, Nules shares the fascinating origins of Halloween, tracing back to ancient Irish lore and the spirits that inspired today’s ghostly traditions.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;So grab a cozy blanket and maybe a pint, and settle in for tales of haunted history, eerie origins, and the Irish spirits that still linger.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;You can listen to the episode at &lt;a href="http://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"&gt;www.rainydayrabbitholes.com&lt;/a&gt; or on any podcast platform. You can listen to Ireland Crimes and Mysteries at &lt;a href="https://www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ie/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"&gt;https://www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ie/&lt;/a&gt; or on any podcast platform. &lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;b&gt;Want ad-free episodes plus our spooky bonus episodes? Then join our patreon! You can find that link right at our website.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Become a supporter of this podcast: &lt;a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss"&gt;https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support&lt;/a&gt;.</description>

In this special Halloween episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our fabulous friend Nules from the Ireland Crimes and Mysteries podcast! Nules joins us from across the pond to dive into spooky tales with an Irish twist. Together, we explore two stories...

In this special Halloween episode, we’re thrilled to welcome our fabulous friend Nules from the Ireland Crimes and Mysteries podcast! Nules joins us from across the pond to dive into spooky tales with an Irish twist. Together, we explore two stories that go bump in the night and connect Seattle’s eerie spots with Ireland’s haunting history.We start by revisiting Kells Irish restaurant in Seattle—formerly a mortuary, now rumored to be one of the city’s most haunted locations! Jody unearths more chilling details from its mysterious past, first introduced in episode 30. Then, Nules shares the fascinating origins of Halloween, tracing back to ancient Irish lore and the spirits that inspired today’s ghostly traditions. So grab a cozy blanket and maybe a pint, and settle in for tales of haunted history, eerie origins, and the Irish spirits that still linger. You can listen to the episode at <a href="http://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.rainydayrabbitholes.com</a> or on any podcast platform. You can listen to Ireland Crimes and Mysteries at <a href="https://www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ie/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.irelandcrimesandmysteries.ie/</a> or on any podcast platform.  Want ad-free episodes plus our spooky bonus episodes? Then join our patreon! You can find that link right at our website. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support</a>.

49. Ghosts of Kells & Halloween’s Irish Origns

<description>Rabbit Hole Rewind: Salish Sea Human Feet Discoveries&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Shea and Jody are back with another Rabbit Hole Rewind, revisiting one of their most unforgettable (and hilarious) episodes! This time, they take a look at the mysterious—and very real—case of human feet washing up on Pacific Northwest beaches. While the case itself is bizarre, it's Shea and Jody's hilarious banter that made the episode a fan favorite. Tune in as they discuss what they loved about the recording, what they learned about themselves, and whether or not Shea has finally become a Dog Dad. Laughter and mystery await in this special rewind!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;If you want to hear this episode ad-free, plus get other perks like bonus episodes, check out the Patreon! Visit &lt;a href="https://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"&gt;www.rainydayrabbitholes.com&lt;/a&gt; to sign up.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Become a supporter of this podcast: &lt;a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss"&gt;https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support&lt;/a&gt;.</description>

Rabbit Hole Rewind: Salish Sea Human Feet Discoveries

Shea and Jody are back with another Rabbit Hole Rewind, revisiting one of their most unforgettable (and hilarious) episodes! This time, they take a look at the mysterious—and very real—case of...

Rabbit Hole Rewind: Salish Sea Human Feet Discoveries Shea and Jody are back with another Rabbit Hole Rewind, revisiting one of their most unforgettable (and hilarious) episodes! This time, they take a look at the mysterious—and very real—case of human feet washing up on Pacific Northwest beaches. While the case itself is bizarre, it's Shea and Jody's hilarious banter that made the episode a fan favorite. Tune in as they discuss what they loved about the recording, what they learned about themselves, and whether or not Shea has finally become a Dog Dad. Laughter and mystery await in this special rewind! If you want to hear this episode ad-free, plus get other perks like bonus episodes, check out the Patreon! Visit <a href="https://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.rainydayrabbitholes.com</a> to sign up. Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support</a>.

Rabbit Hole Rewind Salish Sea Human Feet Discoveries

<description>In this episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes, we welcome special guest Ani from Audibly Haunted for a chilling journey through two eerie tales.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;First, Shea dives into the haunting mystery of Lake Crescent, a cold and enigmatic lake in the Olympic National Forest, where the spirit of a murdered woman is said to linger. Her body was found saponified in the depths of the lake, but her ghost remains in the shadows.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Then, Ani shares the tragic story of actress Peggy Entwistle, whose Hollywood dreams ended in despair. Her ghost is believed to haunt the iconic Hollywood sign, reminding us of the darker side of Tinseltown.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Join us as we uncover these ghostly encounters filled with murder, mystery, and Hollywood tragedy.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;✨ Want ad-free episodes a day early, plus bonus content and other special perks? Join our Patreon and get exclusive access to all this and more! Head to &lt;a href="http://rainydayrabbitholes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"&gt;rainydayrabbitholes.com&lt;/a&gt; to learn more and sign up today.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Make sure to follow Audibly Haunted on all podcast platforms, and don’t forget to follow them on Instagram for more spooky stories at @audiblyhaunted!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Become a supporter of this podcast: &lt;a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss"&gt;https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support&lt;/a&gt;.</description>

In this episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes, we welcome special guest Ani from Audibly Haunted for a chilling journey through two eerie tales.

First, Shea dives into the haunting mystery of Lake Crescent, a cold and enigmatic lake in the Olympic...

In this episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes, we welcome special guest Ani from Audibly Haunted for a chilling journey through two eerie tales. First, Shea dives into the haunting mystery of Lake Crescent, a cold and enigmatic lake in the Olympic National Forest, where the spirit of a murdered woman is said to linger. Her body was found saponified in the depths of the lake, but her ghost remains in the shadows. Then, Ani shares the tragic story of actress Peggy Entwistle, whose Hollywood dreams ended in despair. Her ghost is believed to haunt the iconic Hollywood sign, reminding us of the darker side of Tinseltown. Join us as we uncover these ghostly encounters filled with murder, mystery, and Hollywood tragedy. ✨ Want ad-free episodes a day early, plus bonus content and other special perks? Join our Patreon and get exclusive access to all this and more! Head to <a href="http://rainydayrabbitholes.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">rainydayrabbitholes.com</a> to learn more and sign up today. Make sure to follow Audibly Haunted on all podcast platforms, and don’t forget to follow them on Instagram for more spooky stories at @audiblyhaunted! Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support</a>.

48. Murder, Mystery, and Hollywood Tragedy: Ghostly Encounters with Ani from Audibly Haunted

<description>&lt;br /&gt;In this episode, Shea and Jody dive into a personal and thought-provoking topic—what they want done with their remains after they die. Both hosts share why they’ve chosen body composting as their final wish and explain how the process works. They discuss the environmental benefits of human composting, why it’s an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial or cremation, and why it feels like the best choice for them.After discussing composting, they chat about their upcoming collaboration episode with Ani Khajadourian from Audibly Haunted, teasing listeners with stories of how much fun they had recording. It’s a glimpse into what’s to come next week!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;To wrap things up, Shea and Jody introduce this week's featured episode from Audibly Haunted—titled The All American Funeral. Ani takes listeners on a journey through the history of the American funeral industry, from early at-home funerals to the rise of funeral homes and undertakers. It’s an enlightening look at how end-of-life care has evolved in America.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Follow Audibly Haunted on social media and wherever you get podcasts!&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Become a supporter of this podcast: &lt;a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=rss"&gt;https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support&lt;/a&gt;.</description>

In this episode, Shea and Jody dive into a personal and thought-provoking topic—what they want done with their remains after they die. Both hosts share why they’ve chosen body composting as their final wish and explain how the process works. They...

In this episode, Shea and Jody dive into a personal and thought-provoking topic—what they want done with their remains after they die. Both hosts share why they’ve chosen body composting as their final wish and explain how the process works. They discuss the environmental benefits of human composting, why it’s an eco-friendly alternative to traditional burial or cremation, and why it feels like the best choice for them.After discussing composting, they chat about their upcoming collaboration episode with Ani Khajadourian from Audibly Haunted, teasing listeners with stories of how much fun they had recording. It’s a glimpse into what’s to come next week! To wrap things up, Shea and Jody introduce this week's featured episode from Audibly Haunted—titled The All American Funeral. Ani takes listeners on a journey through the history of the American funeral industry, from early at-home funerals to the rise of funeral homes and undertakers. It’s an enlightening look at how end-of-life care has evolved in America. Follow Audibly Haunted on social media and wherever you get podcasts! Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support</a>.

Body Composting and The All American Funeral with Audibly Haunted

Join hosts Shea and Jody on the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast for a whimsical journey through Pacific Northwest history. Explore weird tales, wacky legends, and hilarious anecdotes that define the region's charm. With infectious laughter and boundless silliness, each episode promises entertainment and a deeper appreciation for PNW's unique quirks! Tune in weekly for laughter and exploration! Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-pacific-northwest-history-and-humor--6271663/support</a>.

Join hosts Shea and Jody on the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast for a whimsical journey through Pacific Northwest history. Explore weird tales, wacky legends, and hilarious anecdotes that define the region's charm. With infectious laughter and...

Rainy Day Rabbit Holes: Pacific Northwest History and Humor

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