Step into the world of the unknown and unravel the dark history, and infamous legends of the American South. Join us as we journey into the heart of this rich and fascinating region, uncovering its ghostly stories, haunted places, and eeriest tales through captivating storytelling, in-depth historical research, and an immersive audio soundscape. From the Bell Witch of Tennessee to the haunted Waverly Hills Sanatorium, the ghostly tales of the Myrtles Plantation, the Curse of Lake Lanier and ...
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Welcome to Fabled Collective, your haunting haven for all things paranormal, dark fantasy, horror, and southern gothic. Dive into a world where every story is steeped in mystery, every tale is tinged with the supernatural, and every legend is brought to life with spine-tingling detail. On this podcast, author and creator Vanessa K. Eccles takes you on a journey through eerie folklore, ghostly encounters, and historical mysteries. Whether you're captivated by haunted locations, bewitched by d ...
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Historical Blindness is a podcast about history’s myths, mysteries, and misconceptions. By examining cases of outrageous hoaxes, pernicious conspiracy theory, mass delusion, baffling mysteries and unreliable historiography, host Nathaniel Lloyd searches for insights into modern religious belief and political culture.
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True Southern Gothic Tales
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Conversations with the biggest names in horror fiction. A podcast for horror readers who want to know where their favourite stories came from . . . and what frightens the people who wrote them.
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Explore the haunted history and most notorious places in New Orleans through immersive storytelling and rich sound design. From the spirits of the St. Louis Cathedral to the vampires of the Vieux Carré, and the tales of the legendary Cities of the Dead, Haunted New Orleans is a collection of episodes from the chart-topping podcast Southern Gothic with updated and additional commentary for visitors and spooky lovers alike.
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Two friends talk tarot, mysticism, and everything in between!
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Join history blogger Howard Dorre and his wife Jessica Dorre for a deep irreverent dive into lesser-known stories of the early American presidents. They dig into the myths, mysteries, scandals, and drama of the founders and their families, with a dash of marital banter.
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Unspookable is a family friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable is an official "Common Sense Media Selection" and has been called one of the "Best Podcasts for Kids of All Ages" by Time Out New Yor ...
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I'm Ella Shawn, a southern gothic erotic romance writer attempting to figure out how to live my most enchanted life. Enchanted B.E.A.S.T. Podcast is my new imaginary friend... where I come to work my own spiritual shit out without feeling like I'm having conversations with myself. Feel free to join me... but remember, This podcast is where I let my Enchanted BEAST roam free. She is not tamed, timid, or tactful. What she is, well Lylith is bold, essential, authentic, spiritual, and my Truth. ...
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Two ghost story addicts take listeners on a journey through the mysterious and often creepy world of haunted tourism as told by local tour guides and ghost hunters! **We'll be back with Season Two in Spring 2020**
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A podcast exploring the remnants of corrupted reputation, and the darkness of our hometowns. Written by Theadora. Season 2 coming winter, 2022.
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Comedians Tyler Snodgrass and Danny Maupin are building the ultimate country music playlist one song a time. Each week the hosts research and discuss a different boot-stompin' country banger that they believe is so good it might convert a country music hater, often with the help of a comedian guest. And then the song of the week is added to their public playlist!
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Books and Bites JCPL librarians bring you book recommendations and discuss the bites and beverages to pair with them.
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All about the afterlife without the "woo." This show is hosted by Liz, a sciencey-skeptic who delves into exploring evidence of an afterlife, asking skeptical but open-minded questions of psychic mediums, scientific researchers, and ordinary people who have had inexplicable experiences. *NOTE: WE HEARD YOU. SOUND ISSUES ARE FIXED* Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wtfjusthappened/support
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"The Judgment Night Radio Hour" is an audio drama and fiction anthology podcast featuring lurid, rousing tales of existential angst, metaphysical mayhem, spiritual crisis, sin, repentance, redemption, justice, and judgment. Wrought and recorded in the style of an old fire-and-brimstone AM gospel radio broadcast, this series of short stories and radio plays is hosted and narrated by the apocalyptic Reverend Reginald Cephas Weaver, III who gives soul-stirring "sermons" in the form of Southern ...
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Join us for a conversation with Stephen King, John Mellencamp, and T Bone Burnett, co-creators of the southern gothic supernatural musical "Ghost Brothers of Darkland County." This extraordinary collaboration—13 years in the making—is a haunting tale of fraternal love, jealousy, and revenge. Our esteemed guests will talk about the inspiration behind the project and the all-star recording, with music and lyrics by Mellencamp, libretto by King, and musical direction by Burnett.
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Positive Change Award Winner in Society and Culture as CoffeeFitnessUnicorn! Welcome to my Virtual Coffee Spot(c). I’m your pocket DJ and this podcast is where storytelling and coffee hang out. As a super-survivor I have turned my trauma and grief into a powerful, creative force for good. And I learned, it’s never too late to start a podcast—at 51. My podcast is both informative and entertaining, but mostly, I hope we connect. I believe we connect through the power of storytelling. For me, d ...
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Helmed by acclaimed Hollywood screenwriter, Lucas Coleman, California Gothic Podcast is your ultimate destination for all things macabre. Immerse yourself in a chilling tapestry of supernatural tales, each meticulously crafted to captivate and terrify. Tune in now and let the nightmares come alive with 'California Gothic'—your gateway to a world where terror knows no bounds.
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Lakes disappear, sailors cry, and pop stars go into battle on this season of ECLIPSED. Hosted by writer Bijan Stephen (The Verge, The Believer), each episode features a story hidden in the shadow of another historical event. ECLIPSED: a Campside Media & Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Chilling is a 13 part serialized podcast that details the true events behind a real-life haunting that took place in a small college town in Ohio. You will hear first hand accounts of the supernatural and the strange, all of which happened under one roof over the course of multiple decades. Your host Lindsey Brisbine will guide you through this true tale, stringing together bits of folklore along with insights from experts like demonologists, parapsychologists, mediums and many more, all ...
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Daily interviews with people from all walks of life. See the real heroes of life take center stage. I’ve come in contact with interesting people all over. They’re all worth hearing about! #strokesurvivor #interviews Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dale613/support
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A weekly podcast taking a look at the stories that we tell over and over again. What our myths and misdeeds, fears and fables say about us as humans.
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Have you ever stumbled up on a movie that was so bad , it's good ? Embarrassed to tell your friends about that 70s low budget sci-fi that you can't get out of your head ? Well…you're in good company.Have a seat next to us every two weeks infront of the Crimson screen. With two different perspectives, one French, one American. We will try to convince the other why these films deserve a rewatch or why they should stay hidden.
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On August 23, 1882 Italian harpist Antonio “Tony” Caseletta drowned in a sailing accident on the Cape Fear river, leaving behind a wife and child. His body was then buried in the Old Smithville Cemetery; however, many claim that his spirit continues to play his beloved instrument in the beautiful seaside mansion that once served as the Hotel Brunsw…
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Ghost Stories with Southern Gothic Host Brandon Schexnayder - Halloween Special Episode 111
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Guest: Brandon Schexnayder, Host of Southern Gothic Podcast Full Notes on Ghost Stories with Southern Gothic Host Brandon Schexnayder - Halloween Special Episode 111 Join our Science + Spirituality Circle Host or Attend a Science + Spirituality Salon Buy the books: WTF Just Happened?! Series Brandon, host of Southern Gothic Podcast, is a veteran …
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Spooky Country part 2: Southern Gothic Edition
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Danny and Tyler are back with three more spooky country songs from Alan Jackson, The Handsome Family, and Adia Victoria. This week the boys focus the haunting Southern Gothic sub-genre. Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great podcast? Why n…
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217 – Del Sandeen & Giving Southern Gothic Ick!
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Send us a text As we gear up for Halloween, we get all gussied up in Gothic. Del Sandeen joins me to talk about the curses, colorism, and all the many influences in her Southern Gothic debut This Cursed House. It’s a novel that twists the sub-genre’s typical reliance on race, for a more subtle, pernicious form of prejudice. But it’s also chock full…
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Episode 70: The Bell Witch presented by Unspookable and Southern Gothic
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What comes to mind when you hear the term "ghost story"? For many Americans, if you don't think of the haunting of the Bell family of Tennessee, you're surely thinking of one of the dozens of stories inspired by this tale. What is it about this chilling legend that still has us talking over 200 years later? Join us as we delve into The Bell Witch, …
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E141: Women of Southern Gothic with Del Sandeen
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Del’s debut novel, THIS CURSED HOUSE, revels in traditional gothic tropes in the context of issues embedded in gothic novels set in the American South. It’s a fresh take on a long tradition of this subgenre, and we discuss what sets Southern Gothic apart from other gothic novels. We also give you some great recommendations. All show notes available…
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Special Presentation: Southern Gothic--The Forbidden Love of Annabel Lee
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In this special presentation, I introduce a spooky podcast for your October listening pleasure, and present a full episode for you to enjoy. Step into the world of the unknown and unravel the dark history and infamous legends of the American South. Join host Brandon Schexnayder as he journeys into the heart of this rich and fascinating region, unco…
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Parasitic Worms, Psychopomps, and the Power of Grief
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Meet author S. Alessandro Martinez. He joins us from his spooky new home that is waiting to host horror themed events, writer's retreats or provide new spooky material for upcoming stories. We talk about the beauty of the PNW as a great writing location, what happens when you ride in an elevator backwards, and his newest feature: being in the Vol 3…
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Books about Chosen Family: Books and Bites Podcast, Ep. 95
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On this episode, we discuss books about chosen or found family, one of the prompts on the Summer-Fall Books & Bites Bingo reading challenge. According to library database NoveList, books with this theme focus on families "formed by choice, rather than birth." Close friends, nontraditional families, and people who bond over their circumstances can a…
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[From the Vault] – Michael Marshall Smith & Goodbye to a Bad Year
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Send us a text I’m on a break – but couldn’t resist releasing something. Especially on today of all days, when lovers of democracy require audio sustenance whilst they wait in line to preserve America. For the first From the Vault episode, I’ve gone back to December of 2020, for an interview with Michael Marshall Smith. We talk about his 30 years o…
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In this episode, Ettie welcomes Stella, Queen of Glam Tarot, as co-host for this episode and like old friends they to banter about the magic of Agatha All Along (something Ettie still hasn't seen yet) and what it means to push through the tough stuff by harnessing that energy to focus on cultivating creativity. Our listener question comes from Buen…
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Jack the Ripper - Part One: The Canonical Five
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In the first part of a 2-parter, I look closely at a genuine historical mystery, THE true crime case, which launched an entire genre of non-fiction research: Jack the Ripper. In part one, I look at the actual murders. Listener discretion is advised. Direct all advertising inquiries to advertising@airwavemedia.com. Visit www.airwavemedia.com to find…
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George Washington's Incompetence with James Early
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We're joined by James Early, host of the hit podcast Key Battles of American History, for a look at the devastating military failure of young George Washington and the qualities that later made him so successful in the military and politics. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/PLODDING and ge…
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We're sharing the first episode of a new podcast we think you'll enjoy. It's called "Country Over Self: Defining Moments in American History." In each episode of this miniseries, host Matt Blumberg interviews a different presidential historian about a pivotal moment when a president chose to put their country ahead of their party and themselves. In…
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Creator's Corner with Lalania Simone (Tarot of the Cosmic Seed)
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In this episode of Wildly Tarot Podcast, Ettie welcomes the brilliant Lalania Simone creator of the Tarot of the Cosmic Seed, to Creator's Corner! Join them for a deep and thoughtful conversation as Lalania shares the journey behind her unique deck and the thought-provoking shifts she made to reimagine classic archetypes. Together, they explore how…
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Off Book #5 – Halloween Special – Kaelyn Moore & Heart Starts Pounding
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Send us a text Halloween has finally arrived. I’m marking it in grim, macabre style. For this Off Book Samhain Special, I’m joined by Kaelyn Moore, host and creator of Heart Starts Pounding – a podcast for the darkly curious, which offers up a new true-story of horror, hauntings and mystery every week. Kaelyn is a treasure trove of haunted anecdote…
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Today I have Ivy Fairbanks on the show to discuss Spooky RomComs. Ivy is the author of MORBIDLY YOURS, a romantic comedy set in the funeral business. We discuss the work RomComs do and why spooky settings and ghosts are having a moment. We did not include witches or monsters because the non-magical human animal, dead or alive, brings its own spooky…
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Happy Halloween! In this episode, "The Silent House," Lena Harper buys an old Victorian home, seeking the solace of quiet. But the house she moves into is more than just still—it’s unnaturally silent, devoid of life. Soon, she begins hearing whispers from within the walls, warning her of the house’s dark past and urging her to leave. But as the sil…
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Legend claims that after the Church Hill Tunnel collapsed in 1925, a bloody creature with sharp teeth and decomposing skin appeared in the darkness before quickly escaping to the nearby Hollywood Cemetery, There, the creature that has since become known as the Richmond Vampire, disappeared into now-infamous W.W. Pool mausoleum that it had purported…
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In today’s haunting episode, "The Shadow’s Hunger," we follow Elias Thorne, a reclusive writer who becomes increasingly aware of a shadow that doesn’t belong to him. As the days pass, the shadow grows stronger, feeding on Elias’ fear and creeping closer with each passing night. Trapped in a house filled with darkness, Elias discovers that his deepe…
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The Weeping Arches of Cedar Grove | Campfire Tales
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A historic cemetery in New Bern, North Carolina is the site of an old legend that claims the beautiful arches over its entranceway purportedly weep for the dead. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? P…
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This week we humbly present a quick mini episode with Tyler's seasonal song "Millennial Witch Girlfriend." Happy Halloween! Check out our Patreon! Check out our new merch store! Instagram: @TakeThisPodandShoveIt For everything else click HERE! Want to create your own great podcast? Why not start today! We use BuzzSprout for hosting and have loved i…
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In this eerie episode, "The Song of the Sea", we follow a lighthouse keeper who becomes captivated by a haunting melody that drifts from the ocean each night. As the song lures him closer to the shore, he discovers the source—a vengeful siren, bent on claiming his soul for her watery depths. In this chilling gothic tale, the sea holds more than jus…
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White Lady of the Natural Steps | Campfire Tales
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A unique natural formation on the banks of the Arkansas River is said to be home to the spirit of a lady in white. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bon…
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Episode 71: Skinwalkers & Cultural Appropriation with Christopher Allen Brewer
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Over the last few years, more listeners have requested this topic than any other, but it's a story that isn't ours to tell. And perhaps shouldn't be told at all. Native American Paranormal Adviser, Christopher Allen Brewer, helps us navigate our curiosity without shame as we discuss cultural appropriation and tales of skinwalkers on this episode of…
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218 – Rachel Harrison & Vampirism is What You Make It
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Send us a text Things are heating up as we approach Halloween. I’m joined by a good friend of Talking Scared – Rachel Harrison – to talk about the hot kind of immortality Her new novel, So Thirsty, does much more than that though. It weighs the weaponization of beauty culture, it asks how women can navigate a world in which youth seems to be everyt…
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13 Tales of Halloween: The Keeper of the Dolls
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In the chilling conclusion to our Halloween series, "The Keeper of Dolls", a young girl inherits her great-grandmother’s house, only to discover that the dolls lining the walls are far more than lifeless antiques. When she begins hearing them move at night, Laurel uncovers the terrifying truth: the dolls are vessels for trapped souls, and one of th…
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Spirits of Soules Chapel Cemetery | Campfire Tales
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One of Kentucky's most notorious cemeteries sits decaying just outside of the town of Sommerset.. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes, Premium Releases, Bonus Content & More…
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13 Tales of Halloween: The Clockmaker's Curse
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In today’s haunting episode, "The Clockmaker’s Curse", a man inherits his great-grandfather’s workshop, only to discover that the clocks within are not as silent as they seem. At night, the clocks begin to tick, each chime bringing with it the terrifying vision of a faceless figure drawing closer. As time itself unravels, the man realizes that his …
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The Black Dog of the Blue Ridge | Campfire Tales
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According to a legend told in 1907, a holler out in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains was once haunted by the spirit of man's best friend. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Episodes,…
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In this unsettling episode, "The Glass Coffin," a wealthy man’s obsession with eternal life leads him to commission a glass coffin, a tomb that promises to preserve him forever. But once sealed inside, he discovers the terrible truth—that life without freedom is a fate far worse than death. As the glass becomes his prison, he realizes that death ca…
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The Devil's Chair of Cassadaga | Campfire Tales
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The Lake Helen Cemetery in Cassadaga, Florida is home to a unique landmark believed to give visitors the ability to summon the devil himself. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern Gothic Ad-Free? Patreon: Ad-Free Epis…
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In this bonus episode, meet Debra K. Every, opera singer, violin player, and her latest title: author. We deep dive into familial guilt, the catharsis of writing, and of course coffee! We could have talked for ten more hours. Join us on this debut author's word journey. She hits all the right notes! Debra's Website: https://debrakevery.com/…
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We Don't Die with Sandra Champlain Episode 110
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Guest: Sandra Champlain, Author and Podcast Full Notes on We Don't Die with Sandra Champlain Episode 110 Join our Science + Spirituality Circle https://www.wtfjusthappened.net/science-spirituality-circle Buy the books: WTF Just Happened?! Series Sandra Champlain is the author of the #1 international best selling book "We Don't Die - A Skeptic’s D…
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In today’s episode, "The Forgotten Bride", we unravel the haunting tale of Edmund, a man whose wedding day turned into a nightmare when he accidentally abandoned his bride in the depths of a vast, maze-like church. Decades later, her face—decayed and hollow—begins to appear wherever he goes. As Edmund’s guilt consumes him, he realizes that some mis…
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Why We Love Horror: The Psychology of Dark Themes in Writing and Media
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In this episode, we journey into the psychological shadows of storytelling, exploring why writers and creators are drawn to darker themes like horror and mystery. What drives creators like Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Shirley Jackson, and Stephen King to weave tales of dread and fear? We're joined by authors Kelly Martin, A.G. Porter, and …
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The Jacksonboro Ghost Light | Campfire Tales
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Jacksonboro, South Carolina is home to an old legend that claims the spirit of a heartbroken father continues to wander an old dark road outside of town in search of his missing daughter. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to …
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Heartbroken Spirit of the Sorority House | Campfire Tales
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The University of Georgia in Athens is old enough to have more than its fair share of ghost stories, but the most infamous is the purported haunting of a historic sorority house. This episode is sponsored by Incogni: Use promo code "southerngothic" to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/southerngothic. Want to Listen to Southern …
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This week on Wildly Tarot, Ettie is joined by the incredible Jenna Matlin—author, tarot card slinger, medium, and all-around mystical powerhouse! The two hit it off right away, reminiscing about their time living and teaching in Korea, before diving into a deep chat about spirituality, mediumship, and everything in between. Our listener question th…
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In today’s episode, "The Bones Beneath," a family moves into an old Victorian home only to discover that it harbors a deadly secret. When their daughter begins hearing the sound of digging beneath her floorboards, they investigate, uncovering the skeletal remains of a woman who died searching for something precious. As they dig deeper, they realize…
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