Episode 1

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Published on:

6th Mar 2023

Definition of a Ghost Town

Answering the question "What is a Ghost Town" can be a little unclear as definitions are different, and each Ghost Town can technically fall under 7-8 categories designed by the government. We have a follow-up to our Unique, Iowa video - and launching our new podcast! 

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About the Podcast

Midwest Ghost Town
Midwest Ghost Town is about exploring the history of abandoned towns and places in the Midwest and around the world- most importantly - we are here to tell the story of these places and the people who lived there.

About your host

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Daniel Hart


Host Bio – Dan
Dan is the writer, producer, editor, and host behind (past podcasts: Midwest Ghost Town, and Iowa Shadow Files) the latest podcast - "Murder Wall", bringing a research-driven and thoughtful approach to storytelling, and true crime podcasting. His academic background includes undergraduate degrees in History and Psychology, as well as a graduate degree in Psychology—a combination that strongly shapes how he examines criminal cases, behavior, and investigative outcomes.
With a deep respect for facts, context, and victims, Dan approaches each case story like a working murder wall—laying out timelines, suspects, evidence, and unanswered questions in full view. His work emphasizes critical thinking over speculation, using historical context and psychological insight to better understand how crimes unfold and why investigations take the turns they do. - And brings you the story.