Death Kissed Traveler

Death Kissed Traveler dives into the dark history of theme parks, carnivals, circuses, and roadside attractions—where joy turned to tragedy, and the dead may still linger. From deadly ride malfunctions to haunted midway games and circus disasters, each episode uncovers the chilling true stories amusement tried to bury.

Episodes

Jul 23, 2025

10 min

This mini episode is personal. Not about amusement parks, but of a Honeymoon, gone wrong. Join us on a journey into the past as we delve into the fascinating world of forgotten archives. Discover how these hidden treasures can unlock the secrets of your family history, revealing stories and connections that have been lost to time. Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or just starting your exploration, this episode offers insights and inspiration to uncover your own family's unique narrative.
 
Music and sound effects from Epidemic Sound. 
Show notes and resources found on www.sun-kissedtraveler.com

Jul 19, 2025

28 min

Step right up to the forgotten past—where cotton candy, calliopes, and chaos collided. In this episode, we dig into the early days of county fairs, when safety was an afterthought and excitement sometimes ended in tragedy. From rickety rides to freak fires and deadly stampedes, discover the dark side of these beloved small-town spectacles.
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Music and sound effects from Epidemic Sound. 
This podcast is for entertainment purposes only. 

Jul 16, 2025

9 min

Off the Tracks: Mini episode, my personal stories, commentary, & tangents! 
This episode focuses on they why this podcast started & a little about the host! Look for Random mini episodes often! 
Music from Epidemic Sound. 

Jul 11, 2025

29 min

Hidden deep in the hills of West Virginia lies a forgotten amusement park—rusting, rotting, and restless. What once echoed with children's laughter now trembles with whispers from beyond.
Lake Shawnee isn’t just abandoned... it's haunted.
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Jul 3, 2025

21 min

Before the screams of roller coasters echoed through the woods of Williamsburg, thousands of Native lives, colonial settlers, and enslaved people lived—and died—on this historic land. Beneath today’s cobblestones and coaster tracks are unmarked graves, lost cemeteries, and whispered stories the park was quite literally built over.
In this episode, we explore the stunning, story-rich Busch Gardens Williamsburg—not just as a theme park, but as a place where history and hauntings collide. From colonial-era skeletons discovered during construction to ghosts reported on coasters, something ancient stirs beneath the Old World charm.

Jun 27, 2025

27 min

At Lagoon in Farmington Utah stands a Roller coaster that has stood for more than 100 years.
It has weathered storms, fire, and time itself. Generations have climbed its wooden hills, screamed through its drops, and whispered legends about what lingers in the shadows of its frame. It’s not just a ride. It’s a monument to thrill, survival, and maybe… the unseen.

Jun 23, 2025

24 min

Discover the original Lagoon Amusement Park. History, tragedy, and paranormal haunt the Original site. 
*Listener Discretion is Advised. 
Produced by Sun-Kissed Traveler. All show notes & sources located at www.sun-kissedtraveler.com
Music and sound effects from Epidemic Sound. 

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