Appalachian Spooky Hour

Tonight we take a trip to the Appalachian region of South Carolina and Georgia (well, slightly Appalachia adjacent, but close!) to talk about a cryptid known as the Boo Hag. What is she, and where did she originate? How can you escape her, once she has you in her grasp? Join us as we answer these questions, and more!

What would compel a grandmother to kill her own grandchild? Did Nance Dude kill her granddaughter, Roberta Putnam, out of malice? Or out of survival? Join us as we dig into the legend of Nance, her life, and why she may have committed murder.

We're back from summer hiatus, and kicking things off with a listener submitted story! From there, we explore the wilds of Virginia, and the elusive Virginia Devil Monkey. Just what IS this strange, volatile cryptid? Is it real, or just a hoax? Let's find out! Spotify has added about 4 minutes of empty air time after the episode. Not sure why, but hopefully this will be amended. I checked...

Join us in this episode as we discuss a lesser visited area of Appalachia: Vermont! We journey to the tower of the Brattleboro Retreat, and then discuss other haunted asylums and hospitals. Who knew that Vermont was so haunted?!?

In this episode we explore online videos discussing the spooky goings on in Appalachia. Should you whistle at night? Should you be wary of looking into the trees? Are any of these tales rooted in truth, or were they simply created for views? Deep dive with us into the "rules" of Appalachia! You can see my own input on these things on TikTok here !

Tonight we venture into the woods of Virginia, to hear the tale of a witch who is supposed to have, ah, dispatched six Boy Scouts in the early 1920s. Is it just a scary story? Or was there something paranormal truly going on at the Dunlora mansion?

Tonight we're going a little Appalachia adjacent (okay, a lot) to talk about the legend of Cropsey. Whey? To show that sometimes, there really is truth behind urban legends and folklore tales. In the case of Andre Rand, the truth was likely a little too real.

Just what is a Snarly Yow? And where did this story originate? We cover that, and more, about this unusual cryptid in this short, but fun, episode! Join our Patreon !

In 2019, Ronald Sanchez Jr set out to conquer the Appalachian Trail. He was on his way to doing so, when he had an unfortunate meeting with James Jordan. What happened to Ronnie? How was James Jordan walking free at the time he committed his heinous crime? Let's talk about it!

Are there REALLY Chupacabra running around the mountains and woods of West Virginia? Where did they come from and how, exactly, did they even get here? Join us as we discuss how very much NOT native to Appalachia cryptid just may have ended up here. If, of course, it's here at all. Explore our Patreon for exclusive content!

Join us as we venture to Jamestown, TN to explore the old Pine Haven School! Was a student brutally murdered here by a bully? Or was it all just a cautionary tale? Let's find out together! You can send emails with your personal stories to sammah@gmail.com at present, as the website is currently down. Join our Patreon for special, exclusive bonus content!

Tonight we venture to Connecticut, to explore the legend of the melon heads. Are they simply a myth? Or is something far more sinister at the root of this myth? Let's find out! If you'd like to submit your personal experience story, head over to thespookyhour.com and go to the contact tab! We'd LOVE to hear from you!

In this first episode back from a brief, and unexpected, hiatus we go Appalachia adjacent to discuss the Hopkinsville Goblins! Were they aliens? Or was everyone just actually drunk? Let's talk about it!

Tonight we discuss an unusual little cryptid known as the Pukwudgie! Spanning across many different areas, including Appalachia, this cunning trickster is known to crop up in several versions of Native American lore. So let's dive in!

Tonight we discuss famous Appalachian boogeymen (from my own childhood) known as Rawhead and Bloody Bones. Was this tale based somewhat in truth? Or was it just a made up story to scare naughty children? Let's find out! Patreon Submit your own stories

In this episode we venture to the Big Bull Tunnel, located in Virginia. Built in the late 1800s, this railroad tunnel saw more than it's fair share of tragedy, and is rumored to be haunted to this day. Do the ghosts of those who died in the tunnel still linger? Let's find out!

In November of 2001, Louise Chaput traveled to New Hampshire to hike along the Appalachian Trail. She never returned home. Twenty-four years later, her case remains cold. Join us as we explore what happened to Louise, and just who her killer might be. Visit us at thespookyhour.com and submit YOUR spooky stories! Our instagram ! Join our Patreon !

Hey spookies, and welcome to this special (and cool) episode! We chat with horror author, and Spooky Hour listener, Todd Keisling ahead of the release of his new book , The Sundowner's Dance! We chat about the new book, favorite horror novels, and why Mothman is the superior cryptid. Check out the links below to pre-order Sundowner's Dance, or to learn more about Todd Keisling: Preorder Su...

Welcome to the first episode of season five! In this one we discuss the strange White Things of West Virginia, a collection of cryptids each more bizarre than the last. From animal mutilations to attacks on humans, just what are these beings, and are they truly cryptids? Send us your stories! Head over to thespookyhour.com to submit! You can also join our Patreon for exclusive, members only freebi...

In our final regular episode of season four, we dive into the infamous Kentucky Vampire Murders. Who was Rod Ferrell, and what was the Kentucky Vampire Clan Cult? Join us as we sort out the almost unbelievable tale of blood drinking, vampirism, and a trip to Florida that led to two murders. It's a wild ride, y'all!

In this special spooky season episode, we share our own personal paranormal stories. Whether they happened to us, or to a member of our family, we let you take a peek inside our own spooky lives! To share your stories with us, visit our website here !

Join us tonight in this special Halloween episode, where we travel to the town without death. Head over to our instagram to check our Halloween give away ! You can also check out our Patreon for exclusive bonus content!

We're calling you from inside your house during this special Halloween episode. Okay, we aren't calling you at all, but we ARE discussing our favorite local and classic urban legends! Join us as we talk about vanishing hitch hikers, the hook hand man, and more!

Join us as we venture to Tennessee, to talk about a local legend: The Ghost of Fiddlers Rock. Does Martin Stone really play his lonesome fiddle tunes even in death? Let's find out together! Visit our Instagram to find information on how to help Hurricane Helene relief efforts in Appalachia. Join our Patreon to help support the pod!

Join us as we explore the St. Albans Sanatorium, a notorious former boys school turned asylum in Virginia. What exactly happened to make this place a hot bed of paranormal activity? Did a massacre really take place here between settlers and local Native American tribes? We discuss all that and more, you don't want to miss it! Disclaimer: there is a weird background noise at the beginning and e...