The Haunted Toad is a creepy little section of the greater Joplin Toad where we explore the dark history of our small city. Ghost stories and supernatural accounts that may have been forgotten are dug up in an audio experience that will make your ears tingle and the hair on the back of your neck stand up!
Show Notes
This experience is best heard with earphones or stereo speakers as spooky sounds emphasize the story and you won't want to miss them by listening over a small speaker.
Follow along with the transcript and peer over old photos included to get the most out of what the Haunted Toad has to offer.
Episode produced by Aubrey Prunty
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More information about the testimonies from individuals who do not wish to remain anonymous can be found in
the links below. Some stories may have been embellished for dramatic effect. Everything in this dramatic piece is
based on historical events. To learn more about the true story of the Radar Farm Massacre and the archeological
history about the lost city in Jasper county visit these links:
Learn more and support the historical research and memorial by following this page:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1695239760720104&epa=SEARCH_BOX
News article about the lost city:
https://www.lakenewsonline.com/article/20151209/news/151208912
Interesting history about the bushwackers who resisted the Union Army:
https://civilwaronthewesternborder.org/encyclopedia/bushwhackers
See pictures and read an article about Billy Cook Jr. here:
https://time.com/3879488/billy-cockeyed-cook-portrait-of-an-american-spree-killer/
You can now watch the 1953 HitchHiker noir on Youtube for free! Royalty free music from the movie and quoted
warning were used in this recording.
What is Joplin ToadCast?
Joplin ToadCast is an extension of The Joplin Toad, an intergalactic, arts-based, online magazine celebrating the city of Joplin, MO. Joplin humor, journalism, art, history and more!
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