Best Small Town Spooky Podcasts (2024)

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15. Weird Wanders Two: My night in York's Most Haunted Inn 1:17:00

3h ago1:17:00

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As part of my haunted house challenge I spent the night at the Golden Fleece Hotel in York. The pub is renowned for being the most haunted pub in the city and maybe even Britain. No fewer than 15 ghosts have been reported to haunt the 17th century pub. Listen to my live recordings during the night, as well as interviews with fellow guests over brea…

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Quick Announcements! Heinous Investigations new episodes and more! 1:32

4d ago1:32

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Hey Fellow Investigators! Sorry to have been away for so long. Here is a quick message explaining why from "Heinous" creator Jessie! Thanks for all of your support and we can't wait to bring you more content very soon! Instagram @_heinouspod TikTok @heinouspod Twitter @heinouspod Teespring Shop (for Merch) - https://my-store-eb4bad.creator-spring.c…

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14. Weird Wanders One: Blind George Ghost of Anstey 1:12:19

25d ago1:12:19

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We take a short wander away from Biggleswade, over the county border into Hertfordshire in this episode. Nat Doig tells the tale of Blind George of Anstey. It's a folktale with a bit of everything, a secret tunnel, a blind fiddle player, a faithful dog, the devil, and a ghost. Nat also explores myths and legends around blindness including busting s…

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13. Ghostly Crime Part 2: Biggleswade Body Snatchers and Things That Go Bump in the Night 1:00:45

1M ago1:00:45

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In this episode Nat Doig explores the tale of Biggleswade's body snatchers. As is often the case it turns out that the truth is stranger and more satisfying than fiction. Do the body snatchers haunt the town still? Why might the town have forgotten the most exciting part of the story, preferring instead to remember just a murky fragment of the tale…

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Episode 203: The Green Lady 33:30

2M ago33:30

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Tonight Joe Rotondo joins us around the fire to tell us a story originating from Burlington, Connecticut. It's a tale of love and longing from beyond the grave, and ghostly spirits of possible good intention. This is the story of The Green Lady. Tonight's Charity: The Spina Bifida Association Find Joe Rotondo on... Instagram: @joetondo His Stories …

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Lethal Company X Heinous Investigations (aka “Lethal Investigations”) 36:15

2M ago36:15

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We’re at it again with the Heinous Crossover fics! This time the Investigators must navigate the world of Lethal Company. Who will survive the night? Content Warning: Graphic descriptions of violence and character deaths (non-canon) Hey fellow Investigators! Don’t forget to check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/wildelypods for fun bonus content…

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12. Ghostly Crime Part One: Murder Bridge, Thomas Dun and a Chat with Eerie Edinburgh 1:16:56

2M ago1:16:56

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In this bumper episode I explore why so many ghost stories and hauntings have a connection with crime or criminals. I investigate the local legend of Biggleswade's Murder Bridge, a place every school child knows not to approach. I tell you the tale of Thomas Dun, reported to be Black Tom's phantom friend or even the real Black Tom. His 800 year old…

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Wildely Abandoned: Frank Edition! 1:45:57

3M ago1:45:57

1:45:57

Now wherever you stream your podcasts, it’s Wildely Abandoned, the show where we talk about how we make our other show, Heinous Investigations. This time, we discuss the Season 2 Arc “…That Thou Art Mindful of Frank”, with a fun bonus game of “Science Buddy Roulette"! For the video episode, check out our Patreon at patreon.com/wildelypods! Special …

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11. Black Tom Phantom Highwayman of Bedford 1:00:00

3M ago1:00:00

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In this episode we explore one of Bedford's most famous hauntings. A folktale so well known it gave it's name to an area of the town. What is now a rather unassuming roundabout just north of Bedford town centre, known locally as Black Tom's Grave, was once a place of fear. Was a highwayman executed on that site? Does his restless spirit still wande…

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Preface to Vol. 1 and Canon Alberic 34:35

4M ago34:35

34:35

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Bonus Episode: Facing my Demons at the Black Magic Church 41:06

4M ago41:06

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Happy New Year! In this bonus episode I visit the ruin of St Mary's Old Church, Clophill. On a chilly December morning, 60 years after the ruin became notorious for black magic rituals, devil worship, vandalism, desecration and hauntings, I spend a few hours recording and photographing the site. An instance of pareidolia (seeing a figure in random …

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Lost Hearts 27:08

4M ago27:08

27:08

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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The Mezzotint 30:59

4M ago30:59

30:59

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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The Ash-Tree 35:07

4M ago35:07

35:07

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Episode 202: Only The Ghost Stories Of 2023 53:39

4M ago53:39

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Happy Holidays and Happy New Year! This episode is a fun compilation of ONLY the ghost stories from every episode so far, condensed into one experience. So if you're in the mood to listen to some spooky stories without interruption or guest discussion, then this is the episode for you! I thought this would be a fun episode since my shoulder surgery…

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Number 13 40:12

4M ago40:12

40:12

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Count Magnus 36:57

4M ago36:57

36:57

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Oh, Whistle, and I’ll Come to You, My Lad 49:52

4M ago49:52

49:52

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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The Treasure of Abbot Thomas 50:01

4M ago50:01

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Preface to Vol. 2 and A School Story 18:50

4M ago18:50

18:50

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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The Heinous Holiday Special 2023 56:17

4M ago56:17

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Happy Holidays! You’ve heard of the Grinch, but what happens when a Heinous Investigtor steals Christmas? Find out in this year’s Heinous Investigations Holiday Special! Thank you to everyone listening for your continued support for another wonderful year, with a special shoutout to our patrons from Patreon and Kickstarter. We appreciate it so very…

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The Rose Garden 28:49

4M ago28:49

28:49

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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The Tractate Middoth 43:05

4M ago43:05

43:05

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Casting the Runes 53:52

4M ago53:52

53:52

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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The Stalls of Barchester Cathedral 40:12

4M ago40:12

40:12

More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Episode 26 - …That Thou Art Mindful of Frank (Part 2) 34:01

4M ago34:01

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At this point in their adventures, it is acurate to say that Heinous Investigations has dealt with their fair share of traumatic backstories. But this may be the first one to actually pose a threat to their lives. Now it's up to Frank to rally his team and face his past head-on...provided he can pull himself together first. Hey fellow Investigators…

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Martin’s Close 49:06

4M ago49:06

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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Mr Humphreys and his Inheritance – Part One 29:27

4M ago29:27

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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10. The Ghosts of St Mary’s Old Church 1:00:30

4M ago1:00:30

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In this Christmas bonanza episode chock full of ghosts, I tell you about the many hauntings reported at St Mary's Old Church, Clophill, over the last 60 years. From Spectral beasts scaring news agents at Christmas, to a punk band who felt their haunting encounter at the church brought them bad luck, to more recent mobile phone footage of monk like …

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Mr Humphreys and his Inheritance – Part Two 38:27

5M ago38:27

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More great books at LoyalBooks.comBy Montague R. James

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9. The Black Magic Church 1:07:15

5M ago1:07:15

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There's an abandoned church on a hill top at Clophill in Bedfordshire, that fuelled my nightmares as a child. In today's episode I explore the history of this notorious church that the tabloid press labelled a "black magic church" back in the 1960s. This ruined church has associations with magic, ghosts, grave robbers, the devil, desecration and de…

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Episode 25 - …That Thou Art Mindful of Frank (Part 1) 38:55

5M ago38:55

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Of the many unusual members of Heinous Investigations, none can quite measure up to the total enigma that is Frank Epstein. But a strange, potentially dangerous set of circumstances could prompt a shocking revelation about everyone's favorite mad inventor. Hey fellow Investigators! Don’t forget to check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/wildelypo…

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Bonus Episode: More Big Cats of Bedfordshire and Beyond 32:01

6M ago32:01

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In this bonus episode we hear from a new witness who saw a large black cat in Bedfordshire in the 1990s. His sighting was near to the famous encounters with the beast of Silsoe which I also explore. We also catch up with Owen Staton, completing the interview started in episode 7, The Big Cat of Biggleswade and Phantom Felines. Find out more about O…

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Episode 201: The Marshall House (ft. Scary Savannah and Beyond) 42:49

6M ago42:49

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Celebrate Campfire Stories' anniversary episode with special guests Brett & Crystal from Scary Savannah and Beyond . Tonight, they take us down to the most haunted city in America - Savannah, Georgia. This is the story of The Marshall House. Find Scary Savannah and Beyond : Their Website Youtube Apple Podcast Spotify Podcast Instagram Tonight's Cha…

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Halloween FicFest 3 - The Crossover! 56:40

6M ago56:40

56:40

Happy Halloween! This year we return with another crew-penned fanfic, with a spooky crossover spin. It's Showtime! Featuring the Voices of Dio Garner, David Manuele, Emily Foulger, Toan Nguyen, Naomi Park, Jamie Forney, Megan Lundquist and Jessica Castro. Instagram @_heinouspod TikTok @heinouspod Twitter @heinouspod Teespring Shop (for Merch) - htt…

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8. The Most Haunted Pub in Biggleswade 59:43

6M ago59:43

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The Golden Pheasant in Biggleswade is not the town's oldest or even grandest pub, but this real ale beer house is reported to be Biggleswade's most haunted. Over the years strange phenomena and mysterious stories have built up around the establishment. I visited the pub and chatted with regulars and staff to try and get to the bottom of the hauntin…

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Heinous Investigations Season 2 Premiere Party! 57:39

6M ago57:39

57:39

Brought to you by some wonderful Kickstarter backers! The Heinous cast - but mostly Jess - talks about the first 2 episodes of Season 2, as well as a few things to expect down the line! Hey fellow Investigators! Don’t forget to check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/wildelypods for all kinds of fun bonus content and the chance to help us make mo…

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Episode 24 - Mission: Martin (Part 2) 33:52

6M ago33:52

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With his solo investigation having landed him in hot water, Martin will need some help from his saavy employees in order to save the day. But with an entire circus'-worth of trouble brewing, he may need to lend some help right back. Hey fellow Investigators! Don’t forget to check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/wildelypods for all kinds of fun …

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Episode 23 - Mission: Martin (Part 1) 29:22

7M ago29:22

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Three months after their last death-defying encounter with Delia and company, Heinous Investigations seems to be more efficient than ever. And yet Martin, business founder and patron extraordinaire, can't help but feel a bit out of place. But a promising lead at a nearby circus may change that...or make things infinitely worse. Hey fellow Investiga…

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7. The Big Cat of Biggleswade and Phantom Felines 1:04:00

7M ago1:04:00

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There have been several sightings of a big cat stalking the water meadows, heaths, and back gardens of Biggleswade in the last twenty years. And they're not your usual black panther type sightings; they're more intriguing. Of course, I just had to investigate. In this episode I speak with an eye witness about the large and unusual cat they saw whil…

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Heinous Investigations Season 1 Recap 5:06

7M ago5:06

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With Heinous Investigations Season 2 fast approaching, a certain apathetic sorceress is here with a recap of what you might've missed last season! Hey fellow Investigators! Don’t forget to check out our Patreon Page at patreon.com/wildelypods for all kinds of fun bonus content and the chance to help us make more episodes! You can also follow us on …

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6. The Potton Poisoner: Part 3 1:06:00

8M ago1:06:00

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In this final part of the story of Sarah Dazley, the Victorian poisoner, we follow the evidence shared at William Dazley's inquest and murder trial. We unpick tricky testimony and tangled timelines in an attempt to decide if Sarah really did it. There's gossip, pills and powders, a dead pig, and a teenage pregnancy all to uncover. We hear a new gho…

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Heinous Investigations Season 2 - Coming October 1st, 2023! 1:52

8M ago1:52

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Heinous Investigations Season 2 is coming soon! And it will be edgy! If you are able, please support us on our Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wildelypodshi/heinous-investigations-podcast-season-2 Or our Patreon: patreon.com/wildelypods We appreciate you all and look forward to sharing new episodes with you! Featuring the Voices o…

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Episode 105: The Pine Barrens 26:50

8M ago26:50

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Unlucky number 13. Cursed children. Flying demons of the woods. Tonight Johnny Berchtold joins us around the fire to tell us a story originating from the Pine Barrens of New Jersey. It's a twisted tale that I promise you've never heard quite like this. This is the story of the Jersey Devil. Tonight's Charity: Best Friends Animal Society Find Johnny…

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5. The Potton Poisoner: Part Two 1:06:00

8M ago1:06:00

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This is the second part of a three part story about Sarah Dazley the Potton Poisoner. This episode opens with Sarah's arrest on the banks of the Thames in London and her appearance in front of the Lord Mayor. We'll hear a late night conversation between Sarah and the women guarding over her in a Biggleswade tavern. Find out why arsenic poisoning wa…

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Eric Edgar Cooke : The nightmare draws to a close (part 3) 1:28:14

9M ago1:28:14

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In the final episode of this three part deep dive, Kag talks us through the final deadly crimes of serial monster Eric Edgar Cooke, his eventual capture and subsequent charge. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kaggie-bear/message

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4. The Potton Poisoner: Part One 59:30

9M ago59:30

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On Saturday 5th August 2023 it will be 180 years since the execution of Sarah Dazley the Potton Poisoner, she was hanged outside Bedford Gaol in front of 10,000 people. The haunting of a pretty cottage ties to the story of the Potton Poisoner. A murder case that was a Victorian sensation. Scandalising a nation, and still fascinating true crime enth…

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Bonus Episode: Updates, News and a New Spooky Story 38:45

10M ago38:45

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A bonus episode with updates from previous episodes, a new spooky story that happened to Nat Doig earlier this year, and some news about changes to the podcast. There's also a new trailer for the next episode about the Potton Poisoner. If you haven't listened to all of our previous episode's here's some timings so you can avoid spoilers! Pound Stre…

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3. What’s Haunting Potton Wood? 1:03:00

10M ago1:03:00

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Can a WW2 plane crash explain the strange phenomena that have been reported in this quiet corner of English woodland over the last 70 years? How does the tale of a little hero dog tie in with the ghostly encounters? Why do so many visitors to the wood smell burning when there are no signs of fire near by? This month's episode is a little different.…

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Heinous Investigations Talks Pride! 1:12:38

10M ago1:12:38

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Happy Pride! As Pride Month 2023 comes to a close, we celebrate via a free-wheeling discussion about LGBTQIA+ Media, including Heinous Investigations. Enjoy hearing Jess desperately try to talk characters' sexualities and genders without running into spoilers - it's as awkward as it sounds. We hope to expand this conversation even more as the years…

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