Podcast Summary: "HAUNTED: Bellaire House" – So Supernatural

Episode Release Date: April 25, 2025
Host/Authors: Rasha Pecorero & Yvette Gentile | Produced by AudioChuck | Crime House

Introduction to the Bellaire House

The episode begins with Ashley Flowers setting the stage for a deep dive into one of America's most enigmatic haunted locations—the Bellaire House in Bellaire, Ohio. Built in 1847 and purportedly situated on a ley line, this historic residence is believed to serve as a supernatural portal, allowing spirits to traverse between the spiritual and physical realms.

Ashley Flowers [06:33]: "If we could nail down these entry points, really locate them, define them, tap into them, imagine what that could mean for humanity."

Kristen Lee’s Journey

Rasha Pecorero introduces Kristen Lee, a 30-year-old graduate student whose life takes a dramatic turn after a devastating flash flood destroys her home in 2005. Struggling to provide stability for her two young sons, Kristen stumbles upon the Bellaire House—an affordable, spacious property listed at an astonishingly low price of $46,000.

Rasha Pecorero [07:43]: "Kristin does not hesitate. Would you? I mean, $46,000 for a 2,700 square foot home, that's like insane."

Kristen moves in with her partner, Vinny, and their children. Initially, the house seems perfect with its cozy features and ample space. However, by early 2006, unsettling events begin to unfold, primarily influenced by Vinny’s erratic behavior—spending prolonged hours in the attic and exhibiting severe mood swings.

Yvette Gentile [08:12]: "Sometimes he even crosses a line, becoming verbally abusive with Kristen."

Unexplained Phenomena and Escalating Tensions

After Vinny leaves, Kristen is left to contend with unexplained noises, such as footsteps in the attic and items moving mysteriously. The situation escalates when Kristen experiences a chilling encounter with a transparent, gray-clad man in her living room—an apparition that disappears after leaving physical evidence of his presence.

Ashley Flowers [14:00]: "There's someone sitting right next to her on the couch, literally watching her sleep."

This incident forces Kristen to confront the reality that her home is indeed haunted. Her skepticism wanes as the supernatural occurrences intensify, including violent interactions targeting her beloved pitbull, Bella.

Desperate Measures and Rising Fear

Desperate to rid her home of these malevolent forces, Kristen joins a local coven and performs rituals intended to expel the spirits. Despite her efforts, the hauntings persist, culminating in a particularly disturbing incident where a guest reports being bitten, reinforcing Kristen’s belief that the house harbors dangerous entities.

Yvette Gentile [20:27]: "She waves brooms around, chanting, sprinkling salt everywhere, anything they can think of to try and keep evil spirits away."

Realizing that she cannot escape the haunting through conventional means, Kristen decides to rent out the house. Initially, tenants flee in terror, but soon paranormal investigators and ghost hunting enthusiasts begin to take an interest, turning the Bellaire House into a hotspot for supernatural exploration.

Historical Insights and the Origin of the Haunting

Through extensive research and seances, Kristen uncovers the house's dark history. Originally built by Jacob Hetherington in 1847, the Bellaire House became the focal point of tragic events, including the mysterious death of Lyde Hetherington in 1947 and Jacob’s son, Edwin Hetherington, who became obsessed with summoning his sister's spirit. Edwin's failed attempts to bridge the gap between the living and the dead led to the creation of multiple supernatural portals within the house.

Rasha Pecorero [26:52]: "Edwin Hetherington is obscene, obsessed with summoning her spirit in a seance."

Theories Behind the Supernatural Activity

Kristen explores several theories to explain the persistent hauntings:

1. Ley Lines: She posits that the Bellaire House sits on a ley line—a conduit of mystical energy that acts as a spiritual power outlet, drawing in supernatural forces from various locations.

   Yvette Gentile [35:35]: "A ley line is kind of like a spiritual power outlet. It draws mystical energy in from a bunch of different places and gathers it into one location."

2. Historical Trauma: The house’s proximity to coal mines and the tragic events associated with the Hetherington family may have imprinted lingering spirits onto the property.

3. Uncontrolled Rituals: Edwin’s reckless seances failed to close the portals he opened, allowing both benevolent and malevolent spirits to inhabit the house.

Yvette Gentile [33:18]: "You don't play around with that, especially when you don't know what you're doing. Because, remember, he didn't learn how to do these seances safely."

Current State and Ongoing Mysteries

Despite numerous attempts by professional mediums and paranormal investigators, the hauntings remain unresolved. Kristen continues to host seances, striving to communicate with the spirits and find peace for herself and her home. The Bellaire House stands as a testament to the unresolved tensions between the living and the dead, with its portals acting as fragile barriers to unknown supernatural forces.

Yvette Gentile [40:35]: "So, what's really behind all this creepy activity at the Bel Air house? Is it portals? Is it ley lines? Is it demons? Or is it all of the above?"

Conclusion

The "HAUNTED: Bellaire House" episode of So Supernatural intricately weaves personal tragedy with historical mystery, presenting a compelling narrative about the thin veil between our world and the supernatural. Kristen Lee’s relentless pursuit of answers highlights the complex interplay between belief, fear, and the unknown.

Rasha Pecorero [40:59]: "Maybe, just maybe, the Bellaire house isn't only haunted, it's also a doorway, a fragile barrier between us and something we can't quite see."

Notable Quotes:

• Ashley Flowers [06:33]: "If we could nail down these entry points, really locate them, define them, tap into them, imagine what that could mean for humanity."

• Rasha Pecorero [07:43]: "Kristin does not hesitate. Would you?"

• Yvette Gentile [08:12]: "Sometimes he even crosses a line, becoming verbally abusive with Kristen."

• Ashley Flowers [14:00]: "There's someone sitting right next to her on the couch, literally watching her sleep."

• Yvette Gentile [20:27]: "She waves brooms around, chanting, sprinkling salt everywhere, anything they can think of to try and keep evil spirits away."

• Yvette Gentile [33:18]: "You don't play around with that, especially when you don't know what you're doing."

• Rasha Pecorero [40:59]: "Maybe, just maybe, the Bellaire house isn't only haunted, it's also a doorway, a fragile barrier between us and something we can't quite see."

This episode delves into the enigmatic history of the Bellaire House, blending firsthand accounts with historical research to explore the depths of its supernatural claims. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, "HAUNTED: Bellaire House" offers a gripping exploration of one of Ohio's most mysterious haunted residences.