Ep 2. Legally Haunted, Demise of the Dodo and Jersey Kaboom

In season 15, episode 2 of Mysteries at the Museum, viewers are taken through three different stories that showcase the mysterious and unusual. The first story, "Legally Haunted," follows the case of a man who died in his own apartment but then continued to "haunt" the space even after his death. Despite a court ruling that declared the apartment legally haunted, the episode dives into the science behind the haunting and how it may not be as supernatural as it seems.

The second story, "Demise of the Dodo," explores how the extinction of the dodo bird was caused not just by human hunting but also by the introduction of alien species to the island where they lived. Using a variety of artifacts, including fossils and bones, the episode uncovers the theories behind why the dodo bird went extinct and how it serves as an important warning for conservation efforts today.

Finally, "Jersey Kaboom" tells the story of a mysterious explosion that rocked a small town in New Jersey. After an investigation revealed that a nearby factory was responsible for the blast, the episode dives into the history of the factory and its role in producing materials for World War II. Through interviews with experts and historians, the episode reveals the role that this explosion played in shaping the town's history and how it still affects the community today.

Throughout all three stories, Mysteries at the Museum uses a combination of interviews, reenactments, and historical artifacts to bring the past to life and uncover the mysteries hiding within. Whether uncovering haunted apartments or investigating the demise of an entire species, the show proves that the past is full of surprises and that there is always something new to learn.