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It’s obvious why people are afraid of things like spirits, ghosts, and goblins. It’s the fear of the unknown. That’s why we feel more comfortable around other human beings who live in our dimension. But when the unusual or even the evil masquerade as human beings, that is when we are really in danger, because we don’t even know we should be afraid.
First, the outsider is already home
Followed by the dark side of superpowers
Then, friends till the deadly end
Finally in our featured story, screaming for help but no one can hear
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The Hindu new year is celebrated with bright colors, gifts, and greetings of goodwill. However that doesn’t mean that the ill intents of the unknown should be forgotten. There are many tales of demons and spirits that you should stay far away from. Remember these warnings while you celebrate, because when you forget, that is when evil loves to strike. So enjoy the new year but beware the old horrors.
First, the knock of death
Followed by the heartbroken seeking revenge
Then, any price paid to save a life
Finally in our featured story, the worst things come out at night
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Witchcraft is the study and practice of magical skills and abilities. Some are gifted with a natural talent, such as being extra empathic of others’ emotions, having a heightened sense of people’s auras, or being able to see things that others cannot. Those with these aptitudes have been around for generations, most using their powers for good. But beware those with ill intent who practice wicked witchcraft.
First, actions intended to help, cause lasting harm
Followed by, jealousy that kills a love triangle
Then, a battle between good versus evil
Finally in our featured story, a sister seemingly consumed by greed
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Cats are more than just our lovable pets. They bring comfort when we are down, and endless entertainment when we need it most. Many cultures revere them as magical creatures, who will bring good fortune to those who house and care for them. But if they’re not treated with the respect they deserve, they can quickly go from bringing good fortune to wreaking havoc on your life.
First, a warning from the bones of the dead
Followed by a haunting childhood memory
Then, a cat seeks revenge
Finally in our featured story, the last life of nine.
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As human beings we often find it difficult to take responsibility for our lives. We attribute our successes or our failures to a little thing called Luck. But when you believe that everything is connected, and that karma exists, you know you are the true cause of your own good luck, or… your own very bad luck.
First, Tinder’s perfect match
Followed by, a sailor trying to cheat a deadly fate
Then, a Celtic curse
Finally in our featured story, a very unlucky St. Patrick's Day
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Sleep is necessary for survival, it renews and revitalizes our bodies. But when we go to sleep it’s hard to know when we are having a nightmare, or if what we are experiencing is real. We go to sleep, perchance to dream, or we go to sleep, perchance to scream.
First, night terrors caught on tape
Followed by good help that turns harmful
Then, dreams become nightmares
Finally in our featured story, a desperate insomniac does the unthinkable
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When we inhabit a space to live, we try to do everything to make it feel like home. We choose colors and furniture that are the physical manifestation of how we want the space to feel. But we never stop to think about the life that inhabited that space before we came along. Would that space tell stories of joy or terror? What would the walls say, if walls could scream?
First, sins are revealed beneath the surface
Followed by, haunting cries over stolen goods
Then, a spirits evil intentions revealed
Finally in our featured story, a warning: don’t look in the mirror at night
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Everyone needs to work, but we all do it for different reasons. Some get jobs wherever they can to pay the bills, others are lucky enough to work in pursuit of a passion. Regardless of why you work, It pays to put in the time and effort to excel at whatever you do. Otherwise, you could end up being worked to death.
First, an Uber driver who must pick up a frightening passenger
Followed by a telemarketer who gets in too deep with a customer
Then, a ballerina willing to rehearse herself to death
Finally in our featured story, a video game developer tries to survive crunch time
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Our earthly possessions are just that, physical things of the earth that we can’t take with us to the next life. What truly matters are our world experiences and what kind of people we are when we interact with others. But often we do place too much value on the things we own, and they can turn into terrible totems, and end up owning us.
First, heed the messenger or reap the wrath
Followed by a disturbing secret revealed at the cost of death
Then, a spirit is released and seeks revenge
Finally in our featured story, beware the obsession of the collector.
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Love can be a beautiful thing or the terrible thing that keeps you awake at night. Be it warm feelings between friends and family, or the burning passion for a romantic partner. Love can bring us to our best, or like in today’s stories, shine a light on our very worst.
First, defying mother at the cost of death
Followed by one woman struggling to keep her sister alive
Then, an ungrateful bride who will suffer her own wrath
Finally in our featured story, Valentine’s day goes horribly wrong.
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As human beings we thrive off of our connection to others, it’s key to our survival. Those relationships can be with other people, but often our deepest connections are with animals. They comfort us in our darkest hours, make us feel safe, they are our primal protectors. But like in these stories, you never know if the one who is supposed to protect you, will turn on you.
First, a creepy critter in the woods reveals its true power.
Followed by a dog will risk everything to protect its human.
Then, a guy who will stop at nothing for the attention of his big brother.
Finally in our featured story, a sweet house cat turned feral hunter.
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The one thing more threatening than a snarling wolf at the door is the one in sheep’s clothing. The unknown threat that you’re not prepared for lurking in your place of sanctuary. Perhaps someone you trust or something you’ve too long taken for granted. As we’ll learn in today’s stories, unforeseen danger should be feared the most.
First, coveted mittens are more than what was wished for
Followed by sisters who must take on the man in the attic
Then, find out the horrifying history of a family home
Finally in our featured story, a warning to those who don’t take devils seriously
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You should always stand for what’s right and do the honorable thing. Evil will flourish when the good do nothing. Sacrifices often must ultimately be made for the greater good to triumph. So it’s important to remember to also be careful because as today’s stories show us, no good deed goes unpunished.
First, the danger when you can’t trust mother
Followed by, the unexpected lurking in a graveyard
Then, desperation to make a friend turns deadly
Finally, in our featured story, an officer will try to save a life, not realizing who the real victim is
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Your imagination can wreak havoc on your mind and soul. It can make you see and feel things that may not be real. But don’t ever let your guard down because if you’re not careful you’ll find out that things are far worse than you think.
First, influencers endanger themselves for the perfect post.
Then, a fatal mistake by a sleepless neighbor.
Followed by, a family vacation that becomes a family nightmare.
Finally in our final story, you may be done with the holidays, but they’re not done with you.
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They say seeing is believing but often when we’re faced with the strange and unusual we’re skeptical if it’s real. That instant, that moment of hesitation can be the difference between life and death. A high price to pay, if you don’t believe your eyes.
First, when your safe place becomes your nightmare.
Then, family heirlooms that will be the death of you.
Followed by, a voice in your head begging for help.
And finally in our featured story, it’s not a ghost, if the person isn’t dead.
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It is common to fear that which we do not know. That terrible feeling in the pit of your stomach is the perception of danger, real or imagined. Unfortunately, by the time you know where the true danger lies, you’re too late.
First, horror unleashed on a Christmas morning.
Followed by a smile that brings panic, not joy.
Then, the terrifying echoes of a haunted forest.
Finally in our featured story, it’s kill or be killed for two sisters stuck in the snow.
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We think we’re safe when we can see what is around us, but we’re only seeing one dimension. When we open our eyes to what is beyond, we can see all of the goodness that truly surrounds us. And the evil lurking behind us as well.
First, a ghost stirs when two girls are left alone.
Next, we see what is looking back at you in the mirror.
After that, a prank phone call turns into a real threat.
Finally in our featured story, two bullied kids get more help than they bargained for.
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It’s easy to get fixated on one thing: one rule, one tale, one person’s point of view. But when we focus on only one thing, we lose sight of the bigger picture. And that can blind us to the dangers around us if we don’t look too closely.
First, a game of hide and seek goes too far
Then we’ll discover the true intentions of a mysterious stranger
Followed by, a confession of a dark family secret
And finally in our featured story, the consequences when you misbehave
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First, the Winter Solstice welcomes something sinister.
Followed by deadly spirits that may be following you
Then, a tragic tale from a woman trapped in the attic
Finally in our featured story, getting stranded in the wrong place at the wrong time
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All-consuming terror can bring us to our most vulnerable. Like a hunger, it can strike suddenly or slowly creep into our minds. It makes monsters and also monsters of us. That’s how it feeds its ravenous ravings.
First, a haunted doll is a terrifying inheritance
Followed by a stomach-churning letter
Then, the thing in the fields feeds indiscriminately
Finally, in our featured story, some horrors are insatiable.
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We all strive to be better and grow stronger but if we don’t temper that strength with a humble awareness, then we risk becoming monsters.
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Introducing a brand-new horror narrative podcast, The Shadow Diaries.
The Shadow Diaries is a genre-bending, 12-part narrative horror story about Shana Secco, a young reporter on her first assignment, going on tour with the world’s biggest pop star, Eliza Gold. To Shana, this is all she could have ever hoped for: getting an inside look at the glitz and glamour of a superstar icon. But it won’t take long before Shana uncovers something strange; something mysterious lurking behind the scenes. Now, it’s up to Shana to face the dark and evil forces at work, but can she save Eliza Gold and her millions of fans from a horrifying, twisted fate? What secrets lie behind the fame of Eliza’s stunning comeback? Who or what are the mysterious forces behind the scenes?
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In the wilderness of Japan something sinister stalks the unlucky travelers that stray too far from their paths. Very few survive their encounters with the deadly spellbinding snow witch of legend, Yuki-Onna!
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Crawling out of the folklore of victorian England comes a gentleman demon who tells us of his vicious deeds and fearsome expanding appetite...
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Halloween from your friends at Something Scary! Here's a bonus Halloween warning to go along with your tricks and treats.
Ella thinks that she can eat all the candy in the world, but she’s not prepared for what happens the day after Halloween!
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Now, Halloween is a powerful night made even more powerful this year by light of a blue moon. Special care should be taken on this night unless you want to release the spirits of the season that beckon from the darkness. First, preparations for a Halloween party go horribly wrong. And then, a necromancer is born against his will. Followed by a house too haunted to call home. And finally, a soul laid to rest far too soon.
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Life’s stories are like a pumpkin pail of candy filled with unexpected tricks, treats and monstrosities. You never know what you’ll pull out of it. In every turn a new surprise tale waits to be unwrapped. It may be something sweet or as sharp as a razorblade. You may get cut, you may be cursed or worse pulling from your bag of monstrosities. First, just one bite of stolen candy has horrific consequences. And then, a creepy sibling rivalry goes too far. Followed by, the ringing phone you must not answer. And finally, we bring you part two of “Jeff the Killer”, our abridged retelling of the anonymous creepy pasta.
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As the spirits of Halloween roll in, ever growing fears permeate the air. To cope with it we tell stories to have these fears exorcised. Even in the darkest of times, these tales show us the monsters--even the ones around us. And in these moments together we can distill knowledge needed to help us defeat them. First, Mysterious seeds sow a malevolent growth. And then, a walk along the shore brings unwanted attention. Followed by, a family fights for their lives on the night of Halloween. And finally, we bring you part one of “Jeff the Killer”, our abridged reading of the anonymous creepy pasta.
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As Halloween grows closer so do all the scary creatures that come along with it. Scarier than any ghost or mythological monster however, are the evils that people are capable of doing to each other. The inner demons that can drive humankind to do the unthinkable, like kill another person in cold blood. And how that taste has led to notorious murders throughout history from Jack the Ripper to the Zodiac killer. These homicidal tendencies have inspired the most chilling of tales. Enough to give you serial shivers. First, by popular demand, the horrific Return of the Grim Gouger. And then, we're lured astray by a familiar whistle, followed by a tragic update on the Randonatica murder case, and finally, a young girl’s investigation uncovers deadly secrets.
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There’s magick afoot when night falls, the night sky and stars hungrily cloak places both new and ancient. These locales hold traces of powerful enchantments which surround us all. If you're up to mischief, be careful to protect yourself when venturing out at night. Those stars gaze silently, witnessing our rituals and our wickedness by moonlight. First, two girls play telephone in the cemetery. And then, a crew encounters a witch by the sea. Followed by, fanmail & morbid moonlit poetry. And finally, there’s no way out of this ritual.
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What lies between the walls of a house, inside the eyes of a toy, or beneath someone’s skin can often be more than we bargained for. If we’re not careful, we can fall victim to other presences that watch and wait to strike when we’re most vulnerable. Always be wary of what lurks just beneath the surface of things. First, a doll just wants a new friend to play with. And then, a home that houses the eternal battle of good vs evil. Followed by the true story of toys that can eat children. And finally, a tale of imaginary sisters.
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Something lurks in the darkness. Slithering away just out of sight when you turn on the lights. Morphing into the shadows it watches you even now as you listen to this. Don't allow yourself the illusion of safety because horror can take on many shapes and many faces to lure you into the deep black abyss. First, a room for two becomes a room for more. And then, the true story of a haunted movie theater. Followed by our rendition of a classic Creepypasta: The Branches in the Wind. And finally, the Cloaks are coming.
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There’s never a last time until the last time you do anything. Supernatural limits can be pushed to the max until we can’t come back from them. But more often than not, we like to tempt fate for the thrill of seeking out what can be hiding out there. Hiding within the unexplored parts of our minds and even inside the digital sphere in the palm of our hands. We all keep pushing further and further subconsciously hoping to find our final destination. First, flying high on the thrill of a final score. Next, seek the grave watcher and you shall find your end. After that, a reading of The Russian Sleep Experiment by Anonymous. And finally, a warning from the ghost in the machine.
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Water is elemental, sustaining all manner of human and sea life. The ocean, rivers, and lakes we gaze upon are also home to so many other creatures. Some are friendly, most are indifferent to us, but others..others are quite deadly when we encounter them. Like the aquatic monsters of lore drawn out by a need to feed. Fearsome beasts dragging our souls down into their depths of despair...leaving our bodies to float lifelessly on top of the water. First, do you hear the deadly siren song? Next, an ancestors' promise becomes a modern day peril. After that, Classic haunted poetry by the sea from Edgar Allan Poe. And finally, never float down the river alone.
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On today’s show, we venture into the power of lost humanity. The tragedy of those on the precipice of turning into something more. What happens when you paint your face with enchantment? Or refuse to make your exit on the stage of life? Perhaps a book contains what’s left of you. Or would you give in to a full transformation? These are the invocations of the damned. First, a terrifying makeup tutorial transformation. Next, the girl in theater wants to haunt you. After that, poetic words seal a soul in a book. And finally, beware the power of the wolfpaw.
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We love unboxing horrors especially when there’s more inside than we were led to believe. Sometimes it’s a package and other times it's what lurks inside buildings, loved ones or even treasured gifts. Find out how unexpected things can wait inside a box full of horrors. First, another day brings another special delivery. Next, find out what happens when you separate haunted dolls. After that, an ancient demon joins a game of hide and seek. And finally, a story of death in a house that won't let you rest.
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What we see or hear may not always be what it seems. Often there are obscuring tricks of the light or ghostly whispers that sound like whistles on the wind. It comes down to the mind’s eye to believe in the stories that reveal horrors that can deceive. All of it hides behind the veil of a distorted reality. First, a harrowing tale based on the mythic internet video “Girldog." Next, a visitor’s facade falls when faced with their hunger. After that, a letter for the lady in the frame & a new tale of a demon on the wall. And finally, a message from beyond demands your attention.
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Pop some popcorn, imagine the flashing lights, and step right into the big top of your mind. The sounds of laughter and carnival music are so loud you almost can’t hear the clowns feasting on the children or the screams behind the curtains. This circus is free to enter but it will take something that you’ll miss...if you make it out alive. Enjoy the show at the Carn-evil of Frights. First, "Fancy Flopsy" is your clown friend till the end. Next, a death-defying high-wire act goes wrong in "The White Rabbit". After that, a detour to the real-life haunted clown Motel. And finally, a circus trinket goes POP and you’re next, in Jack in the Box (Abridged) by Michael Thomas Lee.
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When presences make themselves known, we often wonder if they knowingly crossed boundaries to invade our surroundings or the spaces of our minds. They can appear as ghosts or demons and sometimes as even yourself. Fight and push back on the creeping powers cornering us before it’s too late. Protective measures can be taken. Light the sage, hold those crystals, focus your energies and say a prayer if you need to. Just beware the uninvited. First, doppelganger paranoia in “The Tulpa” an anonymous creepypasta. Next, the woman in the painting is staring at you. After that, fan mail and “The Dark Wraith” a creepypasta to invade your senses. And finally, Mary Stockum sees you, Mary Stockum haunts you.
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Are we ever really acting of our own free will? All around us are unexplained scrapes or splashes, presences, all around us. Who's to say they don’t influence us...some are guiding us, while others are waiting to take hold and over our actions. At any moment, they might strike, taking away our final acts of free will. First, an accessory can transform your entire look. Next, a sinking feeling of dread at church camp. After that, the ghostly grip of the past tightens around our necks. And finally, “You’re Not Going Crazy” a Creepy Pasta written by Anonymous.
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Allowing yourself to be a conduit to the energies around you is a bold choice. Be careful. Taking the path less traveled is adventurous but attuning yourself with the right energy is key. Take protective measures, respect the spaces you move through. If you don’t, you can open yourself up to horrors beyond your imagination. Today we explore true supernatural tales. First, beware what you awaken when you trespass. Next, not all family gifts are blessings. After that, death follows from birth. And finally, we discuss the harrowing event of the Suitcase found on Randonautica. So make sure you listen all the way to the end
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Love can drive one to insanity, journeys can take unexpected twists on cobblestone streets in the dark, and you don’t know what truly lies beyond paths that can test even the closest of friends. These are places life can take you that are gravely gothic. First, a lost love returns determined on forever. Next, the dead of the night holds a girl tight. After that, a wife seeks more than till death do us part. And finally, a motley crew encounters a mad entity.
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Last we ventured together we unleashed hidden terrors lurking in the cartridges of old school video games. It begs the question what exactly do we hope to find in the video games of yore? Perhaps these forces should remain in the past, locked in the machinery of old systems. First, we hear the chilling conclusion of our story Critter Valley. Then we read some fanmail that shares how the supernatural can shape us while we’re young. And finally we end with a classic Creepy Pasta titled “Looking for an Old Game” by Anonymous.
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We surround ourselves with the material, the man-made objects, and technology. Sometimes they even become a part of us. Sometimes that is as decoration or life aids. Other times they take a part of ourselves. These hidden things hold their own energies and we never know if that energy could bring joy or terror until they are unleashed. First, Beware the used games you buy, a killer deal might come at a price. Next, body art can bring out demons beneath the skin. After that, A poem follows what needs to feed. And finally, an anonymous creepy pasta delves into twisted mechanics of a popular game.
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When you’re not raised on superstitions, entities of lore can lure the most vulnerable into their clutches. If these tales didn’t have a shred of truth to them, why then do most cultures have them? Always heed the warnings of folklore or before you know it, you might quickly slip into the jaws of danger. First, Respect your elders or expect their regards. Next, will you answer the call of the Banshee? After that, The Berberoka rises to the surface to pull you down. And finally, fan mail for smile.dog and a case in defense of dogs.
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Sights and sounds can blind our judgement if they’re under the control of sinister powers. Does a mask hide fangs? Can forces embed dangerous visions in our mind? Bright spotlights can hide many things behind them. Leaving you delirious and wondering if it’s all a real threat or just a morbid illusion. First, you can’t escape the Shapeshifting Yaksha. Next, an immersive audio journey into our third eye to trick our minds. And finally we hear the true story behind Bright Like Knives with the writer Ivan Salazar.
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The spider’s web that stories create online are spun over and over as they get retold and spread. The lines blur fact and fiction and as you get closer to look, it’s already too late--you’re trapped. It’s dangerous to believe every scary story you read online because even the most ridiculous tales hold a frightening grain of truth. But we never know for sure since so few live to spread the word. Only scraps of digital footprints remain and even those grow cold as death. First, we search for Smile.dog, the iconic Creepypasta abridged. Next, beware what you say, it’s dying to come true. After that, a cyber threat befalls us in The Theater, a beloved Creepypasta. And finally, a couple’s retreat makes for some killer romance.
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As we go about our daily lives, we’ve been trained to think that the material world that we see is all that exists. But that’s just not true, and it’s foolish to continue to believe so even when the shadows surround us. When we hear mysterious noises and feel as if we’re being followed...but no one is there. Don’t ignore the truth of the matter. We are never alone. First, and I repeat, we are never alone. Next, we get lost on a chilling walk in the woods. After that, frightful spirits in poetic verse. And finally, there’s danger in the mines in “Coal Dust” an anonymous creepypasta.
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We can get used to life's ebbs and flows, the constants of normalcy until things change. It can be abrupt, tearing apart the world you thought you knew and you find yourself stumbling into unfamiliar danger. First, Don’t let Grandma see you sneak in. Next, Discover a midnight snack like no other. After that, Beware the lady by the sea. And finally, mourn with the phantom seamstress.
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Friendship is something we all count on to get through life’s trials and tribulations. But be careful who you trust. Toxic friendships and harmful patterns can destroy souls. Following the wrong friends is dangerous. Are your friends worth sticking with until the end? First, new girls encounter a creepy truth about school cliques. Next, an old-timey shop invites girls to transform into ladies. After that, a haunted bridge leaves found-footage hard to be believed. And finally, don’t forget your oldest of friends, they haven’t forgotten you.
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The locations are filled with unknown energies. Even familiar places once revisited can unveil unnoticed danger. Look close, find the paths leading to life-altering discoveries. Follow these dark discoveries and know that you won’t come back the same...that is if you come back at all. First, an excavation digs up an ancient deity. Next, trespassers enter forbidden paths. After that, a mother’s work is never done. And finally, a nighttime scraping noise at the window.
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It’s important to know where things come from. Whether it’s an old locket that beckons for you to open it, an entity that whispers to you in your dreams, or the inspirational origins of your favorite scary stories. If we’re to know how to proceed forward, we must know the shaky steps it took to get where we are now. These are Tales of Classic Terrors. First, our modern reimagining of Edgar Allen Poe’s The Masque of The Red Death. Next, an art collection displays deadly secret. After that, a home housing a negative being within it. And finally, a homebound man spirals into madness in Edgar Allen Poe’s The Raven.
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Demons are always watching and come in many different forms. Amongst many things they can be entities dwelling in hidden places or fragments hidden inside your own mind coaxing the nightmares out of your subconscious. How many demons have you faced today? What demons do you face every day? First, a Korean myth proves that it is all about the timing. Next, dark visions foretell a bloody fate. After that, a soul will do anything for a real home. And finally, an ear-worm of a tale, the anonymous creepypasta “The Birds Are Singing."
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Light is a comfort to us. We’re forever reaching for the light switch first because if you can see it, you know what to fight, right? But the eye catching brightness of a ghost can blind you to the darkness around & behind it. Those deep dark spaces the light doesn’t touch, spaces filled with shadows, always watching...always waiting. First, a real life encounter with a creepypasta monster. Next, a picture is worth a thousand screams. After that, a filipino legend guides us to fortune or doom. And finally, the final light speaks in classic creepypasta “Gateway of The Mind”
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Right now we are all spending a lot of time at home, it can make one wonder about the places we rest our bones at night. Staring up at the ceiling we find ourselves asking what is the history of the walls that surround us? Because home is where the haunt is. First, a family experiences a case of buyer’s remorse. Next, kids test ancestral boundaries. After that, a girl invites a power beyond her control. And finally, a true story of a house built on sickening secrets.
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We know it’s dark and scary out there right now in these uncertain times. We hope you’re staying safe and staying quarantined. We’re grateful to have you here with us for a little escape. Come closer and listen to strange happenings beyond your wildest imaginations in this feast of fools. First a dark water legend rises to the surface. Next, we investigate the hot buzz at a college campus. After that, there’s ‘a knock at the window’in a classic creepy pasta. And finally, a twisted retelling of the Monkey’s Paw.
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There are many looks we share with others, loved ones, friends, foes and strangers. The look of love, the look of goodbye, the look of success, the look of murder and the look of death like in these podcast’s stories. First, a vintage find is the perfect killer fit. Next, best friends part ways, forever. After that, new life is breathed into an ancient flora. And finally, we listen to one last concerto.
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The shadow of spring invites the spirits of renewal, growth and good fortune. But within that shadow paranormal spirits still lurk. Prepped to shroud us, their prey, within the shadow of death. First, a paranormal twist on an Irish kissing legend. Next, we are caught in an inescapable gaze. After that, we revisit a Filipino legend. And finally, don’t forget that which is sacred.
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Just when we’ve overcome the horror of ghosts and monsters surrounding us but look up at the night sky, imagine if there is greater terror out there. What lies beyond us? Could we be their allies or are we their meat? We hear stories of sightings and disappearances. The more and more we explore out there the more we wonder if they’re already here. First, visitors take much more than a family's hospitality. Next, the real face on the surface of Mars. After that, romance, and something else, is in the air on the night of the school dance. And finally, the classic creepy pasta, A Gift of Mercy.
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Fate is a tricky thing, they say that it can’t be escaped. That when the writing's on the wall or the warnings have been read, that’s it for you. Because we can only be so cautious when facing the dangers in our path, because unfortunately, even the best security sometimes just isn’t enough. First, owing a debt means more than just owing money. Next, technology opens unsuspecting doorways, right into your home. After that, we’ll do our chores alone, in the dark. And finally, we end up in a place of healing, a children’s hospital.
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Insidious beings by their very nature are ever so patient, waiting just until our attention will slip. So then they can claw into the places we least expect and follow us to the grave. First, The Rake, a classic creepypasta, turns its gaze on us once more. Next, a child spends time with a preying figure. After that, simple shapes can have deadly meanings. And finally, a voice calls out from down below.
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Always be careful, stay vigilant, be protected, because if not...you'll leave yourself vulnerable to the supernatural and inhuman energies around you. They'll catch your scent and snuff you out. First, nowhere is safe, not even the library. Next, be wary of those asking for a ride. After that, a twisted game of pretend. And finally, we'll settle in for a spooky bedtime story from Grandma.
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Lend me your ears and give me your hearts. It's a romantic holiday that's filled with delicious chocolate hearts, teddy bears waiting to be possessed, and the crushing power of love. Whether you're jonesing for love or need no one at all, it's a Something Scary bloody valentine call. First, there’s love found under mysterious circumstances. Next, there’s mobile dating...a dangerous game of catfish and mouse. After that, dark magic tests the bonds of lovers true. And finally, the loneliest being will stop at nothing to win the object of their desire.
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What is that beyond the trees...along the wall...stretched out along the ground lurking, waiting? From further away, towering figures can look small and slow, but in an instant, they're upon you - and then it's too late. First, a boy cries monster, and the monster responds. Next, a shared pain sits in a shared silence. After that, a cavalcade of sound hunts us in Japan. And finally, a morning breakfast is served with chilling children.
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What happens when creatures of legend and monsters of modern mythology are pushed out into the world we live in now? These mythical monsters will creep ever closer to our doors, our homes. Don’t bother to barricade the windows, they’re already inside. First, work is Hell and then there are demons. Next, a classic Creepypasta of the zombie apocalypse around the corner. After that, a Chupacabra fueled by vengeance. And finally, Beware the Nokken, the Norweigen shapeshifters of myth.
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When sirens splinter the night, do you go toward the noise? Or take it as a sign to run away? Sounds can be warnings of dangers near it, or waiting for you to flee towards where it waits around the next corner...closer than you might think. First, buzz is that there is a new girl at school. Next, that sound you hear is a catchy jingle beckoning to be heard. After that, we hear skittering scratching away in the night. And finally, the cries of children call for you in a park late at night.
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As children we are given many cautionary phrases to ensure our safety. "Don't talk to strangers. Always lock the door. Never travel alone. Be home before dark." As well meaning and sound as those warnings are, like with the characters in today's stories, within each of us is the need to answer that burning question..."Why not?" First, we're told never to respond when called at night. Next, we're instructed to never crash a house party. After that, we're told to take the long way and never take the shortcut. And finally, we're begged to never respond to the voices that whisper to us.
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Technology is our constant companion, for some it is a salve for superstitions and fears of the dark. But this Big Brother with infinite knowledge has you fooled. Ghosts in the machine are real. And while you can choose to not enter a haunted house, the entities in these stories have already been invited into your home within the very devices meant to entertain you. First, some virtual reality frights are more real than we would like them to be. Next, Polybius, a video game of urban legend, is given new life, much to the woe of its players. After that, nighttime video binging will lead us to eerie prophecies. And finally, pushing shuffle play will have dire consequences.
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Danger stalks in many forms. It can pursue you, it can become you, and it can possess you. The sinking feeling of inescapable threats can drag you down until the tether is severed. Terrifying stalkers embody various forms of fear in the stories: First, we try to get away from it all with a father daughter trip in the mountains. Next, a new family encounters a figure from the past. Then, a sleepover takes a mother back to her childhood memories that beg to be remembered. Finally, a young woman shares her story of possession at just 4 years old.
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The holidays are a time to gather your loved ones close with scary ghost stories to remember the past, look to the future, and reflect on the gift of the present. Time gives gifts in different forms. Often, they're material, other times they're wrapped in lessons, and sometimes they're spectral anomalies. First, we will be haunted by mysterious coins on Christmas. Next, in the holiday of now, a gorgeous woman receives an unexpected gift. Then, we look to the future where a voice cries out to the present. Finally, we’ll re-live a tragic past life during the Winter War.
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In today's stories, we venture into familiar locations like a bar in Texas and a subway stop in Japan. Familiar places that all of us can hold both friends...and foes alike. Come close and listen to these harrowing tales of friendship and betrayal. First, we follow a detective on a legendary case into the backwoods of Texas. Next, we’ll buy our first used car, and receive all of the “baggage” that comes with it. After that, a birthday toy that is much more than it seems. And finally, we’ll pass along a grisly story that bears repeating.
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Earth, Wind, Fire and Water. Elements we need to live, the nature of the world. Each one gives life in its own way but to make way for that life there is the wrath of destruction. The almost hungry transformative forces of nature. Some of the most terrifying things in human life are those forces we can’t control or even see until it’s too late. First, we will encounter a fiery force waiting for interlopers in a field. Next, a sunny day at the beach leads to a family tragedy. After that, a fairytale dream becomes a nightmare. And finally, a sweet voice in the wind is not as innocent as it appears.
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Japan is no stranger to rich folklore on various mythical beasts and urban legends, and not all of these stories are pleasant. Some tell of horrifying creatures. Others, about tyrannical demons. Join us today as we investigate the terrors in Japan. First, we'll take a voyage across the sea and hear the ravings of an old ship captain. Next, we'll get dangerously hungry in 18th-century Japan. After that, we'll see where the path of greed will lead us. And finally, we'll encounter a snow witch in the dead of winter.
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Still waters run deep with all sorts of trouble. While insects buzz over ponds, strange creatures swim beneath the surface. Today we travel all across the globe to discover the evil treading within malevolent waters. First, we'll go fishing in Bangladesh, while keeping an eye out for any Jinn. Next, we'll investigate the waters near a house in India, and discover something sinister. After that, we'll follow a strange figure in Barbados. And finally, we'll go to the summer camp and have some terrifying dreams about the local lake.
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Today we take a trip to one of the largest continents on Earth and listen to some of your most terrifying stories from all throughout the countries of that land. Featuring stories of time-honored festivals, meetings with elders, and ancient curses across the continent. Settle in, for these scary stories from Africa. First, we’ll explore an old house with endless bounty and dangers within. Next, we’ll feel a strange presence late at night in South Africa. After that, we’ll catch a forbidden festival in Nigeria. And finally, we’ll wander the mountains of Cape Verde, and find something strange within.
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Every piece of treasure has its price. Whether you’re buying or selling, looting or discovering, each artifact contains its own set of rules. You could gain wealth, and prestige or maybe you’ll lose it all, including your life. All’s fair for the hard rules of treasure. First, we’ll explore an old house with endless bounty and dangers within. Next, we’ll find an old mysterious chest in our own backyard. After that, we’ll come home to some strange occurrences with a living-room rocking chair. And finally we’ll bet it all on a coin toss.
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Come one, come all, and experience the thrills of a lifetime! In this episode, horrifying pageantry is displayed at full force, where we showcase some of the most terrifying stories of fairground frights from this world, and beyond! First, Markeia starts this festive Halloween episode with a creepy occurrence of her own. Then, she’ll tell the tale of an accursed carousel, which spins so fast it’ll turn your head! Next, we’ll watch a tightrope walk that amongst other things, is sure to make your jaw drop! After that, we’ll leave a Filipino fairground with a bad case of supernatural troubles. And finally my dear listeners, we’ll win a teddy, with its own deadly baggage to bear.
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Nathan Barnes always thought Mrs. Cabal’s house looked haunted. So on Halloween he offers to help her get ready for the festivities so he can get a first hand look. But Nathan quickly learns that Mrs. Cabal may not be exactly who he thinks she is and his curiosity may cost him his life.
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Today’s stories come to us out of the arid wastelands of the desert. Not many things survive out there in the flat heat, but the things that do, thirst for life and connection. First, I’ll tell the story of a young girl who encounters a monster too close to home. Next, we’ll take a bus ride into Mexico and notice some strange things along the way. After that we’ll learn of a famous palace in Egypt which houses souls of the dead. And finally we’ll sneak out to a well in Yemen, and encounter a mysterious woman.
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This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Los Angeles Comic Con. We return with one of our first ever themes, the Ghosts of War. These stories follow those who’ve encountered horrifying apparitions or paranormal experiences on the battlefield. Some while on duty, and others long after the fight has ended. First, I’ll recount a shocking encounter on a naval ship. Next, we’ll work at a Hawaiian motel and learn about a group of deadly ancient warriors. And finally we’ll camp out on a battlefield in Russia, and encounter some violent memories.
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Close-knit communities can foster strong relationships and make great memories. But like anywhere else, they can also lead to isolation, resentment and dismay. This week, we make our way out of the city and into the countryside to investigate small town terrors. First, Sapphire tells an ancient Navajo legend that might still have some truth to it.Next, I’ll recount the night when three siblings were home alone, on an isolated farm. After that we’ll make a new friend in Romania with some strange abilities. And finally, we’ll take a trip to Paraguay and have grandpa tell us a local legend.
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Snow can be a calming presence. But it can also act as a veil of secrecy, covering up things we’d rather leave alone. Today’s stories rise up from those icy, frigid sheets and enter our homes, turning our warm bodies… into frozen souls. First, Sapphire shares the grisly tale of Serbia’s first vampire. Next, Markeia investigates the story of some strange-looking snowmen around campus. After that, we’ll work a night shift in the middle of a blizzard. And finally we’ll climb a snowy mountain, guarded by a defensive spirit.
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It’s comforting to imagine killers behind bars. But what if they get loose? Some could be lurking around your neighborhood, or even be that dark shadow outside your window. Today’s stories are all about killers… close to home. First, join Markeia as we watch some live coverage of a murderer gone loose. Next, we’ll order some odd-tasting ice cream from a disgruntled employee. After that, we’ll take a dip in the pool at a road-side bed and breakfast. And finally, we’ll visit a small town and get in deep with some bad kids.
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Fantasy doesn’t always stay fiction. Sometimes it creeps into reality, and as we grow older those childhood fairy tales gain a whole new meaning. First, Sapphire reads a magical tale about a baker with a dark, delectable secret. Next, join Markeia as she follows a young occultist into a dangerous swamp. After that we’ll help an injured drifter on the side of the highway, and finally we’ll watch as a children’s fairy tale tears a family apart.
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Change can be - well - SCARY, so new co-host Markeia McCarty is here to act as your guide through the unknown. First, Markeia takes you for a swim after dark in a deserted lake the day before high school starts. After that, we’ll have a late night run in with the Lady in White in our new apartment. And finally, we’ll tag along with the lonely new kid at school.
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In this week's episode, Sapphire shares a Swedish urban legend. Then, she introduces Markeia McCarty, your new ghost guide who will be taking over while Sapphire is on a break. Finally, Markeia shares a classic Creepypasta.
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All of this week's stories have been submitted by fans from India. First, Sapphire tells the tale of a man who picks up a stranger late at night in the streets of Delhi. Then, we’ll hide from a crying spirit, hear peculiar noises in Ranchi, Jharkhand, and finally, play Charlie Charlie in a haunted school.
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For this week's episode, Sapphire shares stories from different tropical islands. First, we’ll stop by Jamaica to hear about the terrifying "Duppy." After that, we’ll encounter the Taotaomo'na of Guam. And finally, we'll follow an army recruit on his jungle training on a mysterious island.
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What comes to mind when you think of a demon. A red beast with horns? A scaly goblin with a pitchfork? Demons come in all different shapes and sizes. But they all want one thing - your soul. First, Sapphire tells the tale of a little girl’s troubling best friend. After that, we’ll try to figure out why a girl is constantly finding herself in harm’s way. Then, we’ll observe a young medium attempt to banish an evil spirit, encounter the dangerous Flical, and summon a Sladkishko.
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Witches and witchcraft have become more mainstream over the years, and therefore have become more understood. But even though there are lots of good witches, there are still those out there who use their power for evil. First, Sapphire tells the legend of Upper and Lower Melinda. Then, we’ll learn an old folktale about a family of witches and a giant troll. And finally, we’ll try to stop the hex placed on a woman by her former employee.
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Have you ever had a near death experience? They’re a lot more common than you might think. In this week’s episode, Sapphire shares a few tales from people who have seen the light. First, we’ll hear about the girl who almost died 9 times. Then, we’ll travel to Hawaii, where a woman is taken over by ancestral spirits. After that, we’ll hear the many close calls of a teenage girl. And finally, we’ll have a special encounter late at night in a hospital.
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It’s all fun and games...until someone gets hurt. This week’s stories are all about deadly games and rituals. First, we’ll play the Game of the Red Eye. Next, we’ll prank call a babysitter, learn the origins of Bloody Mary, and hear about a mysterious mascot suit at a football game.
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It’s a question as old as time itself: does the soul continue on after death? We may never have a definite answer, but there are certainly stories out there that make it hard to believe that death is truly the end.
First, Sapphire shares an urban legend about an Indonesian girl’s encounter with a shrouded corpse. Then, we’ll try to solve the mystery of a young girl’s outbursts. After that, we’ll visit a school in the Philippines where a dead girl might still roam. And finally, we'll pay visit to an Irish church where a lonely bride remains.
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We have a natural instinct to protect babies, because they’re vulnerable. And sometimes, that instinct can be used against us. This episode is about newborns. Trigger warning: there is some violence against babies, but nothing is described in graphic detail. First, Sapphire shares an urban legend about a couple on their journey to becoming first time parents. Then, we’ll hear the tragic origin story of Yetta Mae’s ghost. After that, we’ll encounter a Filipino tiyanak. And finally, we’ll haunt a dead woman’s great granddaughter.
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Your home is important. It’s where you keep all your belongings, it’s where you sleep, it’s where you feel the most safe - well, should feel the most safe. This week’s episode is about homes that have no heart. First, Sapphire takes you on a trip to the notorious House of Doon. Then, we’ll explore a supposedly cursed haunted house attraction in Nebraska. After that, we’ll stop by a dilapidated shack in New York. And finally, move into a house that’s next door to an abandoned church with a dark history.
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Hotels are notoriously haunted locations. So it's no wonder that it’s the chosen setting for many movies and urban legends. Every single day, people come and go through the lobby - and some never truly leave. In this week’s episode, we’ll be exploring some hotels with guests who have overstayed their welcome. First, Sapphire shares a story about a teenage girl who gets into an elevator at the wrong time. Then, we’ll explore the haunted Ripley Castle. And finally, join the night shift at The Good Shade Hotel.
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There’s a reason the eyes are considered the windows to the soul. In this week's episode, Sapphire shares a tale about a doll with oddly realistic, golden eyes. Then, she interviews Chelsey Weber-Smith, the host of American Hysteria, a podcast that explores our moral panics, urban legends, and conspiracy theories, how they shape our psychology and culture, and why we end up believing them. Chelsey shares some personal ghost stories and Sapphire gives them a tarot reading.
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Sapphire receives a lot of mysterious stories from listeners in Mexico, and so we've decided to dedicate another episode to this marvelous country. First, Sapphire tells a true story about a young boy who finds himself in a sticky situation. Then, we’ll meet an unusual woman by a river. After that, we’ll encounter a begging woman. And finally, befriend a kind neighbor in an apartment complex.
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The concept of making friends is kind of odd if you think about it. You meet a total stranger, and you both mutually decide to build a relationship. It requires a lot of trust. But if you choose correctly, those relationships can be so meaningful, and beneficial. This episode is about the times that are not. First, Sapphire shares a story about a young boy who befriends the new kid at school. Then, we’ll follow a demonologist and his companion to an exorcism. After that, a girl creates an imaginary friend to keep her company. And finally, we’ll witness the blood oath of 2 best friends.
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Before listening to this episode, we recommend double checking that the doors in your house are locked. Assuming that nothing’s already inside. First, Sapphire shares an eerie 911 call. Then, we’ll try to avoid the man outside trying to get in. After that, we’ll uncover a dark secret at a summer vacation home. And finally, learn why it’s best to never open the door at night.
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Do you believe in curses? Do you think that misfortune is random? Or can be caused by someone? Today’s episode is all about curses. First, Sapphire tells the tale of a legendary Japanese creature who is created from a curse. Then, a young girl discovers what’s haunting her mother. After that, we’ll help a girl figure out why her family has a string of bad luck. And finally, avoid the clutches of a Bakroe.
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Today's stories are all about the bizarre things that can happen at school, and the unsettling truths that you may learn about yourself. First, Sapphire shares a story about a young girl who becomes possessed by a Jinn. Then, we'll watch a group of friends fall apart over the years. After that, we'll figure out why a history high school teacher hates one of her students. And finally, we'll learn about the history of a house that a college student is renting.
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Do you remember the book series "Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark?" Our first story is an edited version of "The Drum." Then, Sapphire chats with Cody Meirick, creator of the Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark documentary, available on video-on-demand today!
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Traveling is a wonderful privilege if you’re able to afford it. But sometimes, heading into the unknown can be nothing like you were planning. That’s what today’s episode is all about. First, Sapphire shares a story about a woman who finds something horrifying inside of a suitcase. Then, we’ll stay in a creepy villa in South Africa. After that, we’ll avoid a haunted road in India. And finally, we’ll encounter a unique demon in China.
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Today’s episode is filled with ravenous monsters - both human and non-human. First, Sapphire tells the tale of a family who lets a mysterious salesman into their home late at night. Then, we’ll hear of a young girl’s recurring nightmare of being chased by a faceless creature. And finally, we’ll help a pair of young brothers solve the mystery of their disappearing livestock.
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Have you ever received a message that you thought you were better off never knowing? Today's episode is all about unwanted messages that disrupt our lives. First, Sapphire shares the take of a courier on his way to read a letter for an illiterate family. Then, we’ll step into the mind of a young medium who communicates with spirits, whether she wants to or not. And finally, we’ll make a friend at a hospital, who enjoys playing with tarot cards.
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In today’s episode, Sapphire shares stories about ominous sounds and the dangers of silence. First, we’ll visit a summer camp where an outspoken girl becomes the victim of a terrible prank. Then, we’ll follow a whistling old lady at a grocery store, run from silent figures in a bedroom, and avoid the clutches of Mr Clickety.
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Do you believe inanimate objects can be haunted? If not, this episode might change your mind. First, Sapphire shares the true story of a girl whose stuffed bear becomes more than she bargained for. Then, we'll hear another true tale about a cursed pocket watch. And finally, we'll learn about one of the most famous haunted dolls in the world: Annabelle.
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Buckle up - today's episode is all about the unexpected things that can happen in your car. First, Sapphire shares a modern retelling of a popular urban legend. Then, we'll meet the Lady in the Red Saree, and finally uncover the cause of repeated roadside accidents.
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Today's episode is about families, and stories passed down from generation to generation. First, Sapphire shares the struggle of a young girl to gain her family's affection. Then, we'll see why a family is afraid of the ocean, meet an engkanto haunting a psychic family, and escape the curse of a mangkukulam.
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Today, we're diving into the deep end. First, Sapphire shares a story about the mythical Kelpie. Then, guest storyteller Andrew Tate (host of the Let's Not Meet Podcast) reads a story from a hotel security guard, who had a strange run-in at the pool. Then, Sapphire and Andrew have a chat about his podcast, as well as dive into some existential theories.
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Open wide for today's episode, with stories that take place in the middle of nowhere, or about what's behind the closed door, or what's crawling in your mouth. First, Sapphire shares a tale about a grotesque scarecrow in a field. Then, you'll visit an old farm house infested with bugs, listen to a voice behind a door, spot mysterious figures in public, and investigate an abandoned well.
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We just launched a new animated short on Youtube.com/Snarled that takes place in the Philippines! So for today's episode, Sapphire will be sharing her favorite past stories that also feature Filipino families. First, she'll tell her friend Lauren's experience living in a haunted house, followed by her grandpa's close encounter with a popular mythical creature. Then, relive her mother's most unexplainable night, and witness the exorcism of a family friend.
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Today's stories are all about art. First, Sapphire shares a true story about a boy who discovers that his artistic gift is really a curse. Then, you'll observe a painter and his muse, spend the night in a cabin with an odd painting, and be drawn to a mermaid in a hotel room.
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Today's episode contains true stories from people who have had close encounters of a strange kid. First, Sapphire shares a tale from a firefighter in Montana, about his run in with the Men in Black. Then, we'll investigate a mysterious green light, meet some strangers at a beach, and explore an abandoned cabin in the forest.
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If you hate hospitals, today's episode will leave you feeling a little sick. First, Sapphire shares a mother's story about her son who's been tormented by a horrifying lady. Then, we’ll visit a haunted hospital, prevent a young witch from becoming possessed, and then help a young girl transition into the afterlife.
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Today's episode will make you think twice before looking into a mirror again. First, Sapphire shares her cousin's experience playing the infamous game "Bloody Mary." Then, she tries to find a buyer for a magical house filled with mirrors, and then investigates some questionable home decor.
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This episode will either leave you sick to your stomach or hungry for more. First, Sapphire shares a story about a ravenous beast that's been unleashed from a mountain. Then, you'll hear a Hmong couple's tragic tale, eat granny's famous strawberry pie, and taste some shrimp that's to die for.
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Today, Sapphire takes you all over South & Southeast Asia to hear stories submitted by listeners. First stop is Indonesia where a young girl's friends get her into some trouble. Then, you'll visit a haunted apartment in India, stop by a middle school in Vietnam, climb a hungry mountain back in India, and reach your final destination in Cambodia where a family is tormented by an ancestor's past.
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Today you are cordially invited to a dead wedding. These are stories about brides and grooms, and what goes wrong when you love someone to death. First, Sapphire shares her modern take on the urban legend of the missing bride. Then, she tells the origins of La Sayona, escapes an entity at Bride’s Pool, and picks up a hitchhiker in Venezuela.
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Merry Christmas, adings! Today's episode is all about this magical and hellish time of year. First, Sapphire shares a cautionary tale about a popular toy. Then, she tells the story of a young girl's perfect Christmas, an encounter another girl had with Santa, and reveals a family's long hidden secret.
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This week's episode takes place in the United Kingdom. First, Sapphire shares a true story about a girl’s imaginary friend named Tom. Then, she explains why you should never say a demon’s name out loud. After that, she attempts to solve mysterious activity at a summer camp, and escape the cry of a banshee.
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This week's episode is all about the terrifying element of fire. First, Sapphire tells the true story of a girl with special gifts. Then, she shares a camp counselor's campfire story, investigates mysterious blazes, and explains the origins of a Thai ghost.
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Today's episode will leave you seeing double. Sapphire shares a true encounter from a young teen working late one night at a fast food chain, a cautionary tale about meeting your doppelganger, a bedtime story about a spirit named Johnny, and a university being taken over by look a-likes.
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This episode is all about love...and the terrifying lengths some will go for it. Sapphire shares a famous ghost story from Thailand, explains the rules of the Love Me Game, saves a soul under a spell, and tells an old Japanese legend.
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In this episode, Sapphire shares stories about the root of all evil: greed. Listen to an old urban legend from Spain, ride along a late night delivery, hunt for buried treasure, and pay a visit to Crimson Grove.
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Sapphire tells the tale of Lisanne, a young girl who believes the spirit of a boy is trying to take over her body. Then, she chats with Jon Braver, director of the interactive horror play Delusion in Los Angeles.
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Sapphire takes you to Mexico, where you will eat pozole, meet the lady in white, investigate a strange mattress, and learn about La Llorona.
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In this episode, Sapphire shares stories from our Indian listeners. Tune in to learn about the Chalava, a mysterious haunted house, the urban legend of Nale Ba, and a lonely ghost at the beach.
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In this episode, Sapphire takes you to haunted battlefields all over the world. First in Bulgaria, where Vasil has a close encounter with the legendary Samodiva. Then, to an abandoned civil war railway in Louisiana, an unsettling military base in Singapore, the uninhabited home of a deceased soldier in the Philippines, and the mechanic shop of a former soldier on the East Coast.
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In this episode, Sapphire tells the true story of a family who becomes mysteriously cursed in their home. Then, she shares 4 more tales about families who have seen strange things together - whether they choose to acknowledge them or not.
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In this episode, Sapphire tells the true story of a nurse who can't understand why her co-workers don't like being around her. Then, she shares five more tales from fans who have seen strange things in their dreams.
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Do you wanna hear something scary? Join Sapphire every week as she brings you urban legends, folklore, and ghost stories.
Something Scary is a reboot of the popular horror YouTube series that has over 30 million views. This new podcast from Snarled keeps all the thrilling and paranormal stories fans love, but reimagined and expanded for your podcast listening pleasure.
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