Topher Brown and Hewitt Hall

Backwoods Obscura

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Two friends discuss the Strange and Paranormal (maybe) lurking in their backyard of Louisiana and beyond. Updated every Tuesday

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Topher Brown and Hewitt Hall

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Leisure

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

0227 - The Bus Druid - Backwoods Obscura 15.07.2025

So, we weren't able to record because of scheduling, but we had an old episode we haven't released, an idea we initially had where we "create" a cryptid - This episode is the about a Cryptid called the Bus Druid.

0226 - The Millrace Monster - Backwoods Obscura 08.07.2025

Going back to the 1974, we talk about a strange monster that would appear at Mill Race Park (Once knowns as "Death Valley") in Indiana. Recorded 6/25 Music by Co. Ag

0225 - The Jennings 8 - Backwoods Obscura 01.07.2025

In our first real True Crime Episode, we dive into a mystery here in Louisiana that both intrigued and irritated those who looked into it - A story of corruption and ineptitude that's all too common. Warning: This episode talks about sexual assault and murder. Music By Co. Ag Recorded 6/25

0224 - Père Malfait - Backwoods Obscura 24.06.2025

This episode we go over an interesting folk tale, originating in France but with many origins. Music by Co. Ag Recorded 6/25

0223 - The Nottaway Plantation - Backwoods Obscura 17.06.2025

Today's Episode we talk about a recently burned down in 2025 - The Nottoway Plantation. Come join us in a mostly history episode of our spooky podcast Music by Co. Ag Originally recorded 6/25

0222 - The Wild people throughout history - Backwoods Obscura 10.06.2025

Today, we talk about various legends circling around various legends and accounts of "wild" and feral people. Music by co. Ag Recorded 5/24

0221 - Old E.A. Conway Hospital - Backwoods Obscura 03.06.2025

This week, we go to a very local place to talk about a now shut down and possibly haunted hospital in Monroe, Louisiana Recorded 5/24 Music by Co. Ag

0220 - "Haunted Roads" Bayou Sale and the Grand Bois - Backwoods Obscura 27.05.2025

Today, we go over some spooky roads in our backyard, ones that have a history of strange occurrences. Originally recorded 4/25 Music by Co.ag

0219-Dauphine Orleans Hotel - Backwoods Obscura 20.05.2025

Today, we're back in New Orleans to talk about a historic Hotel that has had a storied history over the years, as well as some strange haunts. Originally recorded 4/25 Music by Co. Ag

0218 - Manchac Swamp and the Legend of Julia Brown 13.05.2025

Today, we go over yet another legendary Creole healer - One that was said to take 3 whole towns with her when she died in 2015. Originally recorded 5/25 Music by Co. Ag

0217-The Coffin Cutters - Backwoods Obscura 06.05.2025

Today, we talk about the humble Crawfish - But not just any Crawfish. We talk about the Devil Crawfish, also known as the Coffin Cutters, and the legends created around it. Originally recorded 5/24 Music by Co. Ag

0216 - Marie Laveau - Backwoods Obscura 29.04.2025

Today we talk about a legendary figure of New Orleans - Not only a voodoo queen, but someone who cared for her community . Recorded 2/25 Music by Co. Ag

0215 - The Nain Rouge - Backwoods Obscura 22.04.2025

Today, we talk about a creature related to the infamous Lutin, and whose story connects Detroit and Louisiana. Originally recorded 3/25 Music by Co. Ag

0214 - The Ozark Howler - Backwoods Obscura 15.04.2025

Today, we travel just a little north into the Ozarks to check out a creature said to be an Ill Omen, striking fear into the locals with its howl. Originally recorded 3/25 Music by Co. Ag

0213 - American Witches and Hags - Backwoods Obscura 08.04.2025

Today, Hewitt goes through the varied history of Hags and Witches throughout American history. Recorded 3/25 Music by Co. Ag

0212 - Dragons! - Backwoods Obscura 01.04.2025

Today, we dive into the lore and legends of Dragons! Originally recorded 12/24 Music by White Bat Audio

0211 - The Loveland Frog - Backwoods Obscura 25.03.2025

Today we "hop" into a little story about a frog that spooked unsuspecting Ohioans in 1955 and 1972. Originally recording 3/25 Music by Co. Ag

0210 - The New Orleans Mortuary - Backwoods Obscura 18.03.2025

Today we go over a location on Canal Street that is both a spooky attraction, but also with some interesting history behind it. Come Join us as we talk about the The New Orleans Mortuary (Or Mortuary Haunted Mansion) Originally recorded 3/25 Music by Co. Ag

0209 - The Arlington Hotel - Backwoods Obscura 11.03.2025

In this Episode, we go to an old Hotel located on the strip in Hot Springs, AR with a special guest - Our good friend Jed! Originally 2/24 Music by Co. Ag

0208 - The Snallygaster - Backwoods Obscura 04.03.2025

Today, we travel to Maryland to talk about a weird, Eldritch Cryptid that might have had a rivalry (or friendship?) with the famous Jersey Devil. Originally Recorded 2/24 Music by Co. Ag

0207 - The Caddo Parish Penal Farm (Shreveport Pea Farm) - Backwoods Obscura 25.02.2025

Today, we take a break from bigger things and go over a smaller haunted area nestled in the forest at the outskirts of Shreveport, Louisiana - an old jail now reclaimed by nature and said to be haunted by the prisoners who were abused and died there. Music by Co. Ag Originally recorded 2/25

0206 - Robert Johnson - Backwoods Obscura 19.02.2025

This episode, we go over the life and legend of one of the greatest musicians in modern history: Robert Johnson. Originally Recorded 2/25 Music by Co. Ag

0205 - The Hodag - Backwoods Obscura 11.02.2025

Once again, we dive into a small creature that has a big presence in the Midwest- a creature that's anything from 300, to a ton and a local mascot in many Wisconsin sports teams Recorded 1/25 Music by Co. Ag

0204 - The Smiley Face Killer - Backwoods Obscura 04.02.2025

Today, we decide to dip our toes into a theory that proports a gang of murderers stalk the US and kill unsuspecting college students. Originally recorded 1/25 Music by Co. Ag

0203 - The Tanapachafa - Backwoods Obscura 28.01.2025

Come join us as we go to Avoyelles Parish and learn about an obscure legend born of both Native and Cajun culture - The Tanapachafa. Originally recorded 1/25 Music by Co. Ag

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