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    The Moonlit Road Podcast – Southern Ghost Stories & Folklore

    Leave the highway behind for the dark back roads of the American South.

    Since 1997, The Moonlit Road has been gathering the Southern ghost stories, folklore, and oral traditions whispered across generations — from the bayous of Louisiana to the Sea Islands of Georgia to the hollows of Appalachia. In each episode, gifted storytellers, musicians, and folklorists bring you haunted history, forgotten legends, and the creatures that still stalk the Southern imagination: the Bell Witch, the Boo Hag, the Loup Garou.

    This is the South that lives past the porch light — in the deep roots of Voodoo and Hoodoo, in the campfire stories and mountain haints, in the folklore of the Delta, the Piedmont, and the coastal plain. The stories your grandparents told you.

    Thousands of listeners have walked this road for over 25 years. Come find us on the back roads.

    For more Southern ghost stories and regional legends not found on the podcast, visit our full archive at themoonlitroad.com.

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    Copyright: ©1997-2021 The Moonlit Road, LLC

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    Latest Episodes:
    A Beloved Teacher Oct 17, 2011
    Show notes

    Deep in the Georgia marshlands, a simple grave marker tells a story of courage. Join us for 'A Beloved Teacher,' an original Southern ghost story from the Georgia coast. Discover why some legacies refuse to be buried and why a brave woman's spirit still resonates through the salt air.

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "A Beloved Teacher" was adapted from folklore by Craig Dominey and Curtis Richardson

    Storyteller: Curtis Richardson

    Audio Production: Henry Howard

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

    ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.


    The White Dress Sep 27, 2011
    Show notes

    Spooky tale about a young Florida girl who goes to ghastly lengths to get the perfect prom dress.

    Teachers can download instructional materials based on this story and others on our Lesson Plans page.

    For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "The White Dress" was written and told by Richard and Judy Dockery Young. Taken from their compilation "There's No Such Thing As Ghosts"

    Additional audio production by Henry Howard.

    Special thanks to August House for allowing us to use this story.

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.


    The Click-Bok Tree Sep 06, 2011
    Show notes

    A mysterious seed from Africa, a cruel plantation owner, and a tree that refuses to be tamed. Dive into 'The Click-Bok Tree,' a compelling African-American slave folktale about the power of ancestral magic and the search for justice.

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "The Click-Bok Tree" was written and told by Lester Thomas

    Director: Craig Dominey

    Audio Production: Henry Howard

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

    ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.


    The Barefoot Woman Aug 15, 2011
    Show notes

    They say even the Devil can't break a happy home alone. Dive into 'The Barefoot Woman,' a classic African-American folktale from Alabama. When a couple's happiness irritates the Devil, he enlists a clever woman to sow the seeds of suspicion. A witty and wicked tale of trickery and temptation.

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "The Barefoot Woman" was adapted from folklore by Craig Dominey and Evelyn McCray

    Storyteller: Evelyn McCray

    Music: Barbara Panter

    Audio Production: Henry Howard

    Photography by Jon Kownacki

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

    ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.


    Little Cottage in the Woods: An Alabama Civil War Ghost Story Jul 29, 2011
    Show notes

    Deep in the Alabama wilderness, some secrets refuse to stay buried. When two young girls stumble upon a forgotten, vine-covered cottage in the woods, they think they've found a secret clubhouse. But as the shadows lengthen, they uncover the tragic echoes of a Civil War-era mystery that has haunted the land for over a century. Join us for "Little Cottage in the Woods," a chilling Southern Gothic tale about the thin line between childhood curiosity and the ghosts of the past.

    Read the full story and see the history of the cottage here: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/little-cottage-in-the-woods/

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "Little Cottage in The Woods" was written and told by Anne Gilstrap

    Taken from the CD "A Tour of Southern Ghosts" Copyright 2000 Art Station Used by permission

    Audio Production: Henry Howard

    ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

    #LittleCottageInTheWoods #AlabamaGhostStories #CivilWarHistory #SouthernFolklore #HauntedCottage #GhostStories #TheMoonlitRoad #AlabamaHistory


    The Boarded Window Jun 21, 2011
    Show notes

    Classic ghost story from the master Ambrose Bierce.

    For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    Performed by Robert Bethune and Susie Berneis of Freshwater Seas Audiobooks. Check their other audiobooks at www.freshwaterseas.com. Used by permission.

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.


    Marie Jolie: A Cajun Folktale of the Bayou Devil Jan 26, 2011
    Show notes

    In the heart of the Louisiana bayou, the beautiful Marie Jolie finds herself being courted by a stranger with a silver tongue and a mysterious past. But when his true, devilish nature is revealed, Marie must rely on more than just her beauty to survive. Written and told by the legendary J.J. Reneaux, "Marie Jolie" is a classic Cajun trickster tale filled with wit, danger, and the unique spirit of the swamp.

    Read the full story and see the Cajun archive here: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/marie-jolie/

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "Marie Jolie" was written and told by JJ Reneaux. Story provided courtesy of August House Publishers and JJ Reneaux.

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

    ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

    #MarieJolie #CajunFolklore #LouisianaLegends #MsuDiable #BayouTales #SouthernFolklore #TricksterTales #TheMoonlitRoad


    The Black Dog: A Kentucky Coal Mine Ghost Story Dec 14, 2010
    Show notes

    "The Black Dog" is a haunting Appalachian legend about a mysterious creature that appears in the darkness of the mines. Is it a ghost, a guardian, or a warning? Join us for this life-changing tale from the heart of Kentucky coal mining country.

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "The Black Dog" was written by Jim McAmis and Craig Dominey

    Storyteller: Jim McAmis

    Director: Craig Dominey

    Audio Production: Henry Howard

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.


    Chief Sawnee's Gold: A Georgia Mountain Legend Nov 29, 2010
    Show notes

    Two treasure hunters with a case of "gold fever" head up Georgia's Sawnee Mountain in search of lost Cherokee treasure. But some secrets are buried deep for a reason, and they soon discover that the ancient mountain haunts don't take kindly to intruders.

    In this episode, we explore the chilling legend of Chief Sawnee's Gold. While the story is a "creature feature" fiction, Sawnee Mountain is a real-life landmark in Forsyth County, Georgia, with a deep history tied to the Georgia Gold Rush and the Cherokee people.

    Additional reading:

    https://www.themoonlitroad.com/chief-sawnees-gold-sawnee-mountain-georgia/

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "Chief Sawnee's Gold" was written by Craig Dominey and Lanny Gilbert

    Storyteller: Lanny Gilbert

    Audio Production: Henry Howard

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

    ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

    #ChiefSawneesGold #GeorgiaGhostStories #AppalachianFolklore #SawneeMountain #CursedTreasure #SouthernLegends #TheMoonlitRoad #CherokeeLore


    Patin's Punkin Patch: A Cajun Halloween Ghost Story Oct 26, 2010
    Show notes

    On a misty Halloween night in the Louisiana bayou, two boys decide to test their luck in a local pumpkin patch. They were looking for a thrill, but they found something much more sinister waiting among the vines. "Patin's Punkin Patch" is a spooky Cajun tale that proves some things are better left alone—especially when the sun goes down in the swamp.

    Read the full story here: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/patins-punkin-patch/

    FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com.

    Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad

    "Patin's Punkin Patch" was written and told by Tom Coleman

    The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

    #PatinsPunkinPatch #CajunFolklore #HauntedPumpkinPatch #LouisianaGhostStories #Taties #SouthernFolklore #HalloweenStories #TheMoonlitRoad


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