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The Chechahcos silent film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4hMTHyfMZo
Welcome to HISTORIC, the podcast about old places and people who love them. I'm Carl, your guide. This episode delves into the Fourth Avenue Theater in Anchorage, Alaska. Explore the challenges of finding history in a young state and unravel the captivating journey of Austin Eugene, aka Cap, Lathrop – a rugged adventurer who shaped Alaska. Discover the architectural beauty and cultural significance of the Fourth Avenue Theater, its opulent design, and unique features. However, a somber turn awaits as the theater falls victim to urban development in 2022. Join me, Carl the Human, as we question the cost of progress on our collective history.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/historicpod⁠ Welcome to another episode of HISTORIC, the podcast about old places and people who love them. In this episode, we dive into the captivating tale of the Stanley Hotel, a historic establishment with a rich past and a touch of the paranormal.

Named after its visionary founder, Freelan Oscar Stanley, this Colonial Revival masterpiece was completed in 1909, boasting 48 guest rooms, a dining room, and 24 shared bathrooms. The hotel stands proudly on a rocky hill, offering breathtaking views of Lake Estes, Prospect Mountain, and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Join Carl The Human on a virtual tour through the Stanley Hotel's meticulously designed interior, blending modern comforts with century-old elegance. The lobby, with its rustic mountain lodge ambiance, sets the stage for a unique experience.

Of course, I can't discuss the Stanley Hotel without delving into its reputation as one of the world's most haunted places. Explore the paranormal side of this historic gem, with tales of ghostly encounters and intriguing tours that include a Frozen Dead Guy adventure.

Discover the unexpected twist in the Stanley's story with the bizarre tale of Bredo Morstoel, a frozen body, and a festival that found its new home in Estes Park. Is the Frozen Dead Guy exhibit at the Stanley as chilling as it sounds?

Join Carl The Human to uncover the mysteries of the Stanley Hotel, and don't forget to catch up on other episodes of HISTORIC for more enthralling stories of history, historic preservation, and architecture.

Go do something HISTORIC!

Music

"Brain Stew/Jaded" by Green Day

"Where the Columbines Grow" by Arthur John Flynn, performed by Melanie (who I guess doesn't have a last name?) (this is one of two Colorado state songs, the other being "Rocky Mountain High" by John Denver)

"Colorado" by Merle Haggard, which was in consideration for being the Colorado state song.

LINKTREE: ⁠https://linktr.ee/historicpod⁠ What do you get when you mix a stubborn phrenologist, Wisconsin, and indoor kitchens? Watertown's landmark Octagon House! This week, Carl the Human takes you on an auditory tour of Watertown, Wisconsin, its pretty nice octagon house museum, a sleepy guy called Turkey, and a man who is humble enough to have his dinner prepared in full view.

Octagon houses were a short lived, mostly midwestern fad. But are they RAD or BAD? Listen to find out for yourself!

Music:

"Doin' Time" by Sublime

"Doin' Time (Marshall Arts Remix)" by Sublime, featuring The Pharcyde

"Oh Wisconsin, Land of My Dreams" by Erma Howland Barrett, performed by Shari Sarazin (this song is Wisconsin's official State Ballad)

"Wisconsin Death Trip" by Static X