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(Preview) Movie Club | Halloweentown (1998) Oct 16, 2026

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It's time to continue the fall season vibes by revisiting what was a childhood classic for us and what was the second place winner in our recent poll: Halloweentown!

Nostalgia definitely played a part in our thoughts here but it was a great time, not to mention pure tonal whiplash from last episode's The Evil Dead. What do you think of this Disney Channel Original movie?

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Appalachian Folklore | Why America’s Oldest Mountains Produce Its Creepiest Folklore Oct 12, 2026

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We explore the terrifying myths and rules of Appalachian folklore, including Bigfoot, Mothman, the Bell Witch, mimics, and more. Get the podcast ad-free: https://www.redwebpod.com Our sponsors: Ethos - Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/redweb. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Trustpilot rating as of 8/1/2026. This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off BetterHelp at http://BetterHelp.com/REDWEB You may have heard the stories and rules of these woods. The warnings, the omens, the tall tales. Creatures and cryptids that roam the isolated lands, attempting to lure you in with tricks in the darkness. These legends have been passed down for generations, but why? How are there so many unique anecdotes that come out of the same region? Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the monsters and myths embedded across Appalachian Folklore.

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Freetown State Forest | This Forest Is Plagued With Curses, Ghosts, and Cults Oct 05, 2026

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The Freetown State Forest in Massachusetts is home to a dark history involving murder, satanic cults, ghosts, and curses. Why is this particular forest so twisted?
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Across the world there are forests whose ancient past is as dark as their depths. Their legends and folklore stand the test of time leaving a haunting presence that precedes them. But what’s behind these terrifying tales of creatures and ghosts? Can it be explained or are these remote places truly something beyond our understanding? Today, we push past the trees to explore the true crime cases, the occult, and the unexplained phenomena surrounding the Freetown State Forest.
Sensitive topics: Sexual assault, sexual assault involving minors, murder of minors, suicide, death

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(Preview) Movie Club | The Evil Dead (1981) Oct 02, 2026

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October has begun, so you know what that means: Spooky Season™ has officially arrived! We asked you all what movie we should watch to kick off the fall vibes and the results were neck-and-neck between Halloweentown and the eventual winner The Evil Dead.

Honestly, we weren't very big fans of this movie. But let us know what you think! Should we watch more movies from the franchise? Perhaps the second one?

Sensitive topics: Death, gore, mutilation, dismemberment, sexual assault, nudity

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EAL Flight 401 | How a True Crime Crash Became a Haunting in the Sky Sep 28, 2026

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The tragic tale of Eastern Airlines Flight 401, its crash in the Florida Everglades, and the rumors of spirits haunting future flights that reused its parts.
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On December 29, 1972, a passenger airplane was en route to its destination in Miami, Florida. What was supposed to be an uneventful flight took a turn for the horrific when the plane crashed into the Florida Everglades. Soon after, haunting tales of ghosts in the sky plagued the airline as salvaged pieces of the wrecked plane returned to service on other aircraft. Today, we dissect the tragic story and paranormal legacy of Eastern Airlines Flight 401.

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Smurl Haunting | The True Story Behind The Conjuring: Last Rites Sep 21, 2026

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The true story behind The Conjuring: Last Rites, detailing the haunting of the Smurl family by several spirits and a demon that prompted the aid of Ed and Lorraine Warren.

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In the 1970s, the Smurl family was looking for a fresh start after their house was destroyed in a natural disaster. At first, all seemed well as they settled into their new home and community. Little by little, things seemed more amiss. It started with inexplicable stains, or maybe a passing foul odor, small mishaps that could be reasoned away. In due time, it would turn into something much more sinister, leading to over a decade of paranormal torment. Today, we’re investigating the Smurl Family Haunting.
Sensitive topics: Sexual assault, physical abuse, animal abuse

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(Preview) Movie Club | The Mummy (1999) Sep 18, 2026

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This week on Movie Club we dive into a long-requested classic and re-watch The Mummy. Safe to say that this movie holds up, and we had a blast watching it again. What do you think, Task Force? Why did we end up taking so long to watch this? Who knows.

Sensitive topics: death, body horror, suffocation

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Death of Cindy James | How Seven Years of Harassment Led to a Death Nobody Could Explain Sep 14, 2026

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The tragic and bizarre case of Cindy James, who claimed to be stalked for seven years until ultimately being found lifeless and bound. Yet despite being tied up, investigators still had reason to believe that she had committed suicide. Why?

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For seven agonizing years, a nurse from Vancouver endured over a hundred anonymous calls, arson, threatening letters, and physical attacks. Despite 24 hour police surveillance, her stalker remained completely untraceable. Then, one night, she vanished, only to be found bound and deceased outside an abandoned house. Was she the victim of a ruthless stalker who managed to escape without evidence, or is there more to this story? Today, we unpack the dark and perplexing death of Cindy James.

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Sensitive topics: Stalking, harassment, sexual violence & abuse, domestic/spousal abuse, animal cruelty, mental illness, suicide & self-harm

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Alien Abductions | What Do the Most Famous Alien Abduction Cases of All Time Have In Common? Sep 07, 2026

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We look at some of the most famous stories of alien abduction: Barney and Betty Hill, Antônio Vilas-Boas, the Allagash Abduction, and the Eumemmerring Creek Encounter. What do these stories have in common?

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A bright light rapidly descends upon you from the night sky, and you wake up miles away, hours later, disoriented and disheveled. Over the next few weeks, vague memories turn to nightmares as you struggle to remember what happened that night. Since the 1950s, horrifying encounters like this have become so commonplace that they’ve inspired countless books, TV shows, and movies. But is there more to these tales? With so many commonalities between them, it’s easy to see why so many believe. Today, by examining four of the most foundational stories of their kind, we attempt to uncover the truth behind Alien Abductions.

Sensitive topics: Mental trauma, racism

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(Preview) Movie Club | Annihilation (2018) Sep 04, 2026

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On this week's Movie Club, we tackle another movie as voted on by YOU: Annihilation. We loved this movie and were happy for a chance to re-watch it. What do you all think? Why'd you vote for this one? Let us know in the comments!

Sensitive topics: body horror, self-harm, mental health, death, gore

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