On this episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill stumble into a surprising connection to the infamous Salem Witch Trials of 1692. What begins as an investigation in Imlay City, Michigan quickly turns into something much bigger when the sisters uncover a local story tied to an ancestor from Salem, Massachusetts. From there, one curious rabbit hole leads to another, across the Atlantic and deep into history, as they unpack how and why witch trials ever became a thing in the first place. The journey ultimately lands on the original trial transcript of Susannah Martin. But it’s one accuser in particular, Jarvis Ring, who really grabs their attention. What unfolds next is unexpected, fascinating, and nothing short of astounding.

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On this episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill journey to Imlay City, a quiet Midwestern town just 50 miles north of Detroit, to explore a tragic story from 1947: the senseless murders of the Smith children.*

This is not a story told for shock or spectacle. It’s a careful remembering. We’ll place the events within their historical moment, honor the lives that were lost, and examine how a community, and a justice system, responded when the unthinkable happened.

Our intention is to acknowledge the weight of what was taken, and create space for reflection, compassion, and truth. If you’re listening with us tonight, we invite you to do so gently—because even the hardest stories deserve to be told with care, and remembered with purpose.

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*This episode includes discussion of infanticide. Listener discretion is advised.

On this episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill dive into the surprising blend of Christian doctrine and ancient pagan tradition behind one of the Catholic Church’s most beloved figures. Learn how older goddess archetypes—fertility mothers, virgin creators, and compassionate intercessors—shaped the evolving image of the Virgin Mary as Christianity spread through pagan Europe. The sisters trace how theology, culture, and human longing for the divine feminine transformed a historical woman into a powerful sacred symbol. Was Mary a break from the past—or a continuation of something far older, wearing a new name?

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On this episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill find themselves in the unassuming Indiana hometown of a Hollywood legend. A near car accident becomes the first breadcrumb in a trail that leads directly to James Byron Dean—one of cinema’s most celebrated icons and one of its most tragic. He left an indelible mark on pop culture before his life ended at just 24. But with endless books, films, and tributes dedicated to his memory, what message could this 1950s rebel still be reaching across the veil to share? Tune in to uncover the answer.

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On this episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill dive into a series of brutal crimes that terrorized East Tennessee over a century ago.* It began in 1919, when two women, sleeping peacefully in the dead of night, were brutally attacked in a Knoxville home. Within hours, police arrested a suspect: Maurice Mays, a biracial man with ties to the Mayor. But even after Mays was behind bars, the nightmare wasn’t over. The break-ins continued. Women were attacked in their beds. Husbands gunned down. The people of Eastern Tennessee dubbed the assailant "the Night Marauder."

Who was behind these chilling crimes? And who ultimately paid the price? Tune in as the sisters uncover the true story of the Night Marauder, a century-old mystery that still haunts Tennessee history.

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*This episode includes discussion of violent assaults, home invasions, murder, and historical racial violence. These themes may be distressing or triggering for some listeners. Please use discretion and take care while listening.

On this episode of Common Mystics, we’re thrilled to hang out with our friend Dr. Scott Guerin for a mind-bending conversation about aliens—yep, our celestial family! Scott is a psychologist, educator, and author who dives deep into human and spiritual development, and he’s joining us to talk about his brand-new book, Awkward Awakening: Find Your Way Home. Join us as we chat about what “awakening” really means, how it connects to our relationship with beings from other galaxies, and why opening up your consciousness might just change everything. Scott also shares simple practices you can use to expand your awareness and tap into your spiritual self. Tune in for cosmic insights, grounded wisdom, and a whole lot of wonder. This is one awakening you won’t want to miss! Check out https://www.angelintraining.org/ for more information about Scott and his work.

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On this spine-tingling episode of Common Mystics, Jen and Jill take you on three unforgettable ghost hunts that will leave you questioning what’s lurking beyond the veil. First stop: the infamous Demon House in Hartford City, Indiana, where something dark and unseen made its presence known. Next, the Amboy Train Depot Museum in Illinois, where echoes of the past still whisper through the tracks. Finally, the chilling Old Joliet State Prison, where haunted halls tell stories of suffering, shadows, and restless souls. Tune in to experience the incredible audio evidence you have to hear to believe. Tune in — if you dare — and join Jen and Jill on their hunt for ghosts!

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On this episode of Common Mystics, the murder of a prominent community leader opens the door to chilling revelations. In 1882, the quiet town of Sweetwater, Tennessee, was shaken when its former mayor was killed—by his own nephew. But beneath the surface of this family tragedy lurked something darker. What began as a dispute over money soon revealed deceit, greed, and a sinister scheme that refused to stay buried. Join Jen and Jill as they unravel the eerie tale of a swindler whose secrets still whisper through time.

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