Spooked

Lee’s great grandfather, his grandfather, and his father have all seen him: the shapeshifter. They know this man has the power to curse them, to hurt them. Lee wonders: is this man coming for him too? BIG thanks to, Lee, and his entire family for sharing their story with us! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compan...

Ray Christian hated being a paperboy. Bad pay, hard route, rude customers. But there was one customer in particular who was different from the rest, and Ray didn’t quite know why. Thank you, Dr. Ray Christian, for sharing your story with us! Check out more of Ray's stories on his podcast,  What’s Ray Saying? Produced by Liz Mak, original score Leon Morimoto, art by Teo Ducot. Hosted by Simplecast,...

Luis lives with his mom in La Huerta, a quiet village near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. One night he hears a voice calling his name... and it's very familiar. Thank you, Luis, for sharing your story with Spooked!  Check out the Spanish version of this story, produced by Fernando Hernandez, for his podcast Esto no es Radio . Produced by Fernando Hernandez, original score by Dirk Schwarzhoff, artwork by...

Cover it with darkness, and night, and shadows, and lies… hush. But some secrets are like seeds. Welcome to the garden. STORIES Libby Jennifer and her daughter Taylor both know their family home is haunted… but they don’t want to share that secret, even with each other.  A big thank you to Jennifer and Taylor for sharing your story with us! Sound design by Bells Atlas. No Voy a Tener Nietos Maria’...

Bonnie Blagg and her two friends call for Bloody Mary in the mirror on her dresser during a middle school sleepover. Bonnie thinks nothing of it until a ghost boy with long, sharp, bloody teeth appears in her bedroom every single night after that.  Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Sanaa Khan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i...

Out of the blood reeds, down in the Bayou comes The Rougarou… and he’s coming for you. Thank you, Beldron, for sharing your story with us! If you ever find yourself in Southeast Louisiana around this time of year, please, do not go out into the marsh searching… Instead, head over to the Rougarou Fest . It’s an event that our friend Beldron helped get started. Happy Halloween Spooksters! We love yo...

Nothing gets between a party and a group of teenagers… except the Kokogi. A night of fun takes a dark turn in Algonquin territory. Thank you Kristen and Hayden for letting Spooked visit Kitigan Zibi, and for sharing your stories with Spooked. Scouted and produced by Elliot Lightfoot, original score by Lalin St. Juste.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

Late watch on a Coast Guard cutter and Jordan’s picking up some high strangeness in his night vision goggles. Plus, we’ll buy you a drink at the Condor Club, but don’t dance on the piano. STORIES Coast Guard Haunts It’s midnight in the middle of the Atlantic ocean and Jordan is standing watch on board a Coast Guard cutter ship, scanning the dark, starry horizon with a pair of night vision goggles....

A young rodeo star settles down in a doublewide on his own piece of ranch land in the shadow of the mountains in Montana. All is quiet until he butts heads with a local Blackfoot legend: The Goatman.  Thank you, Colden, for sharing your story with Spooked! We first heard about Colden’s story on Lodge Tales , a podcast hosted by Rod Williamson, where indigenous folks from across the country share t...

Rameen knows Gettysburg — the battles, the history. But when he picks up a night shift on the ghost tour, everything goes haywire. A strange message crackles over the radio from an unknown frequency, filled with urgency and desperation that feel all too real.  You’ve arrived at “The Crossroads." Be afraid... Thank you, Rameen, for sharing your story with Spooked! Rameen now works full-time as a gu...

Theresa is living on the island of St. Thomas when hurricane Marilyn strikes. After the storm, she wants to reconnect with the land she loves at the beach. The roads are tricky, traveling at night can be difficult, and once the streets go quiet... you never know who might show up. Thank you Theresa for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Clay Xavier, scouted...

X marks the spot. Spooked Season 10 is here!!! We proudly present, “The Crossroads” Will you make a deal with the darkness? Walk with us… We’ve got back-to-back brand NEW episodes for you all October long. Join us on the other side of the veil October 3rd. Be afraid.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adv...

Blair can’t see his hands in front of his face. He can’t see the ground beneath his feet. He’s not in the dark: he’s in a thick cloud of fog. And then a stranger’s voice emerges from the mist, guiding him… can he trust her? Thank you, Blair, for sharing your story with Spooked. This story comes to us from Australia, the original Upside Down. Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Lauryn Newson...

On the edge of Ireland in the deep forest, a young boy makes a new friend that no one in town has seen for years. "A Boy Named Thomas" ...Shane Dunphy spent years working with kids as a social worker. He’d seen it all until he met a little boy named Gregory. For more, get Shane Dunphy’s book The Boy They Tried to Hide . Producer: Nancy Lopez   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adsw...

When supernatural forces come for her kids, Curtis’s mom stands strong. Mrs. Hagstrom may be one of the meanest ghosts yet.  Thank you Curtis for sharing your story with us! Check out Curtis’s memoir: Shadow of Fear Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Sanaa Khan.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an...

As a little boy in Richmond Virginia, raising pigeons, Ray Christian made a friend with the same hobby. But there was something mysterious about Ray’s new pal.  This story was told at Spooked LIVE! We have a West Coast tour this year in Oakland , Los Angeles , and Seattle ! Join us. Get your tix. Cross over. Thank you, Dr. Ray Christian ! Check out Ray’s podcast: What’s Ray Saying Original music p...

An abandoned gold mine, an empty old church, a sight no one will believe. STORIES The Mine Gold miner Shannon Poe has been in a lot of scary situations. He’s run headlong towards a cougar, fallen out of trees, and been caught in a shootout. But nothing quite compares to what he experienced in an abandoned gold mine last fall. The Mission An empty old church. An open door. A sight no one will belie...

Should you heed your dreams if they foretell danger? How can you tell the difference between dreams and what might become reality? STORIES Denver Deja Vu Jodi is about to discover that the man of her dreams is a walking, talking nightmare.  Thank you, Jodi, for sharing your story! Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot. Lady and the Scamp When someone in...

The hallowed halls of an Airbnb house a spirit that can only be seen through sprinkles, spritzes, and sparkles… of air freshener. Queen of Comedy, Jen Kober, shares a story only she could tell. Plus, hear about Glynn's close personal witch. LIVE!  The episode contains strong language, sensitive listeners please be advised.  Thanks, Jen, for sharing your story with us! For all things Jen -- and to...

Skagway is a tiny, remote town in Alaska. The population of living souls hovers around 1,000. And by all accounts, there may be just as many souls stuck behind, haunting the place. STORIES Frances  Cori suspects she’s got a second roommate who she can’t see, and who may very well be contacting her from beyond the veil. Lydia  The wait staff at the Red Onion Saloon help uncover the sad story of the...

Cursed cat bones. Dead dogs. A haunted pond. Master storyteller Todd Narron is our tour guide as we explore the mysterious, spooky American South. STORIES Barbara Nichols Pond Ever since a little girl died a watery death, the kids in Johnston County steer clear of the pond. Years later, Todd thinks that she might just be avenging her untimely end. The Cat Bone Curse Todd’s uncle was one mean son o...

In the winter woods on a forgotten path, Lyn finds out that some snow angels are real. Thank you, Lyn Ford, for sharing your story with us! For of Lyn’s home-fried tales check out her website .  Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lauryn Newson, scouted by Dan Yashinsky, artwork by Teo Ducot.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

There are times when you are supposedly all alone. And then you see her, him or it out of the corner of your eye... watching. STORIES "The Night Mother" It’s the middle of the night. You’re not even 15, and you’re home alone with your little brother. You’re waiting for your mom to come home. What would happen if she didn’t make it?  "Voice In The Woods" When the voice says "Stop" you stay perfectl...

Catherine is headed to her first ever archaeological dig with her college. She’s as happy as can be, living out her dream of being a real-life Indiana Jones. But when she wakes up in the middle of the night and sees a ghostly figure standing over her, watching her sleep, she starts to wonder if her lifelong dream is actually a nightmare. Thank you, Catherine, for telling us your terrifying tale! P...

Twin brothers move to an abandoned schoolhouse in rural Oregon with their renegade dad. He’s wild and unpredictable, but that’s not going to stop Miss Withers from giving the boys an afterlife lesson. Thank you, Mike and Ron, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno & Anne Ford. Original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...