A Scary State

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this episode of A Scary State , Lauren and Kenzie take us to South Dakota to uncover the eerie legends of Sica Hollow and Devil's Gulch. Lauren dives into the chilling mysteries of Sica Hollow, where glowing red water, ghostly voices, and a haunted history create a hotspot for the supernatural. Then, Kenzie ventures to Devil&apos...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this episode, we delve into two chilling mysteries that have haunted North Carolina for over a century. Kenzie begins with the haunting tale of Nell Cropsey, a vibrant young woman whose disappearance and murder in 1901 sent shockwaves through Elizabeth City. Her tragic death remains shrouded in mystery, leaving behind unanswered quest...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Vermont’s serene landscape holds dark secrets. In this episode, Lauren explores the chilling legacy of the Hayden Family Curse, a tale steeped in misfortune and tragedy. Generations of despair and eerie happenings have shrouded this family in mystery. But that’s not all—Kenzie journeys into Vermont’s darker side with the recently resolve...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Happy New Year! What better way to ring in the new year than with a new episode about New Year’ s crimes? First up, Kenzie talks about some of the terrible crimes committed on New Year’s Eve, and some of 2024’s dumbest criminals. From disturbing fatalities to stolen gerbils and hamsters, she covers the worst and the dumbest of crimes. Th...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Merry Christmas to everyone who celebrates! If you don’t, then happy Wednesday! We have a festive spooky special for you this week that centers around…Christmas! Lauren starts us off with Christmas and winter lore from around the world! She talks about saints, werewolves, a creepy half horse half man called the Nuckelavee and a ton of ot...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this episode, we head deep into Alabama, where two spine-chilling locations have become legendary for their ghostly tales. First, Kenzie visits the infamous Dead Children’s Playground, a seemingly innocent park that turns sinister after dark. Stories of phantom laughter, ghostly swings, and restless spirits will leave you questioning...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we head to the midwest state of Michigan! Lauren shares the haunted tales of Hell’s Bridge in Algoma Township in western Michigan. The urban legend says that if you travel to the bridge after midnight, you can hear the laugh of possibly the Devil himself. Then, Kenzie talks about the gruesome murders of Benny Evangelista and h...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Step into the shadows of Delaware’s haunted past in this chilling episode. First, Kenzie explores the Woodburn Mansion, a historic estate that serves as the governor's residence—and a hotspot for paranormal activity. From ghostly figures to unexplained phenomena, she’ll uncover the eerie legends tied to this stately home. Then, Laur...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! We have a super special episode this week dedicated to Kenzie’s birthday! As a gift, Lauren discusses the details of the infamous JonBenét Ramsey case. A 6 year old little girl went missing in 1996 only to be found in the basement of her family’s home. The case remains unsolved to this day. Lauren dives deep into the background, investig...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Important disclaimer: There are some high-pitched squealing and screaming moments in this episode, and it’s all Lauren’s fault. Not only does she share a spine-chilling Thanksgiving cryptid tale, but she also enlists ChatGPT to craft not one, but two terrifying stories—and they’re truly unsettling. Once Kenzie regains her composure, she...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we’re off to Oregon, where strange events and eerie tales await! Kenzie delves into the history and hauntings of Astoria’s Flavel House Museum. This elegant Queen Anne-style mansion has graced the community for over a century—and is rumored to be haunted by members of the Flavel family. Next, Lauren investigates the mysterious...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this episode, we journey to North Dakota to uncover two stories steeped in mystery and tragedy. First, Lauren explores the eerie ruins of the San Haven State Hospital, once a sprawling institution that housed tuberculosis patients and later, those with mental illnesses. With its abandoned halls shrouded in ghostly tales and local lege...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we decided to share some of A Scary State’s spookiest episodes to help you get into the spooky spirit! Kenzie shares information about old and new episodes that will hopefully inspire you to watch notorious scary movies! She talks about episodes that are just plain creepy and recaps all of our October Spooky Specials over the...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we have a spooky special dedicated to stories that are of particular interest to Lauren! Kenzie’s goal is to tell Lauren something she *doesn’t* know about these specific stories. First, she will cover the history and crimes of Edmund “Ed” Kemper, also known as the Co-ed Killer. Kemper terrorized the Santa Cruz area in the ear...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we get real spooky and discuss our greatest fears! First, Kenzie shares her childhood traumas of being up high and how she discovered her fear of heights. She also shares terrifying stories of people falling to their deaths from exponential heights! Then, Lauren tells us all about elevator horror stories and people who have be...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Happy Spooky Season! We are kicking it off with a spooky special about the dangers of the water! This could be ocean water, lake water, or even bottled water! Lauren starts us off with the heartbreaking tales of Jacob’s Well. This underwater cave is an excellent spot to practice your diving skills, but divers must beware of the dangers o...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week’s episode is a bit different from our usual format. While Lauren is out of town, Kenzie invites her good friend Allie to join her on the show! Instead of focusing on a specific state, Kenzie explores a particular topic: the profiles of serial killers. You’ll learn about current research on the characteristics and motivations of...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this episode, we delve into two of Massachusetts' most unnerving legends. First, Kenzie sets sail to uncover the mystery of the cursed carving on the ship Maritana . This intricately carved figurehead of a woman is said to have brought misfortune and tragedy to all who had the carving placed at the bow of their ship. When she was...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! Get ready for an episode that blends the supernatural with true crime as we uncover two of Ohio’s most terrifying tales. First, Lauren dives deep into the spooky history of Waynesville, Ohio, a small town with a big reputation for ghostly encounters. Often called the most haunted town in Ohio, Waynesville is teeming with legends of restl...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this chilling episode, we explore two of Colorado's spookiest tales. First, Kenzie delves into the eerie history of Denver's Cheesman Park, a serene spot that hides a dark past. Once a cemetery, the park is said to be haunted by restless spirits whose graves were disturbed during its transformation. Then, Lauren turns our at...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this gripping episode, we delve into two chilling and mysterious cases from Minnesota. First, Lauren explores the terrifying saga of the "Weepy-Voiced Killer," a man who taunted authorities with haunting phone calls after committing brutal murders and attacks in the 1980s. Then, Kenzie shares the baffling case of Deputy Val...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! In this episode, we delve into the dark and chilling histories of two of South Carolina's most notorious women: Lavinia Fisher and Kimberly Renee Poole. Kenzie starts us off with the story of Lavinia Fisher, often claimed to be America's first female serial killer, who terrorized Charleston in the early 19th century. Her grueso...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we head out west to Idaho! Lauren delves into the bizarre case of the Buffalo Cave John Doe. On August 26, 1979, a torso was discovered in a cave in Dubois, Idaho, and limbs were found on March 26, 1991. It wasn't until 2019 that the remains were finally identified as the fugitive Joseph Henry Loveless. Kenzie then shares...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we're talking about our neighbors to the north, Maryland! Kenzie takes us on an eerie tour of Point Lookout State Park, a site that played an important role in major historical events and is now known for its ghostly apparitions and disembodied voices. Then, Lauren shares the compelling, yet somewhat contradictory, legend...

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know! This week, we're in New England, exploring the fascinating state of Connecticut! Lauren delves into the dark history of Fairfield Hills State Hospital, revealing the grim conditions its patients endured. It's no surprise that their spirits are said to still roam the grounds today. Afterwards, Kenzie shares the mysterious tale o...