Backwoods Obscura

We finally take one of the most notorious haunted houses in New Orleans - The La Laurie Mansion. Is it haunted? Is it a Scam? Does it matter? Find out! Recorded 1/25 Music by Co. Ag

In our first official episode of the year, we decided to "talk" about a very popular ghost hunting duo that's become a house hold name since the hit films "The Conjuring" graced theaters. Originally Recorded 1/25 Music by Co. Ag

It's the new year, so it's time to talk about how the podcast is going, what to do in 2025, and trail off to whatever is on our mind. Recorded 12/24 Music By Co. Ag

We cap off the year with discussing some ol' fashion Dragons found in our backyard (or America). Come join us for the last episode of the year! Originally Recorded 11/24 Music By Co. Ag

For the Penultimate episode of the year, we decide to do something a bit more light hearted. Come join us as we talk about a real legend with a silly backstory. Recorded 12/24 Music by Co. Ag

This episode, we go over a Native Legend that originates in the historical trauma of the Native peoples. WARNING - This episode goes over topics including suicide, depression, and violence against marginalized groups. If that's not something you want to listen to, it's best to skip this episode. Recorded 12/24 Music by Co. Ag

Today we dive back into the lore of the Pirate Jean Lafitte as we talk about one of his old bases in what is now Galveston TX, and the haunted house he once inhabited. Originally recorded 12/24 Music by: Co. Ag PNG Music

In this episode, we take a break from heavier topics and learn about some midwest monsters. Recorded 11/24 Music By Co. Ag

We go back to New Orleans and explore yet another Bourbon Street staple - This time, one that is also an importance piece of LGBTQ History. Originally recorded 11/24 Music by Co. Ag

This episode covers something that could explain everything we talked about so far - The idea of a Thoughtform - an entity made material by the belief of people. Originally recorded 10/24 Music by Co. Ag

We decide to go way across the earth to see another Will-O-Wisp type entity, one that has a gruesome twist. Join us as we talk about the flying creature known as the Krasue, and see if we figure out how to pronounce Krasue. Originally recorded 10/24 Music by Co. Ag

The Hotel Monteleone and The Bourbon Orleans Hotel are iconic fixtures of New Orleans, and like most places in the Big Easy - They have their share of history and haunts. Come join us as we talk about just some of the spooky destinations in NOLA. Originally recorded 9/24 Music by Co. Ag

We go back into the Loa with the mother and father of Creation - Join us as we go over the interesting lore surrounding some of the most powerful (and ancient) spirits in Voodoo. Originally recorded 10/24 Music by Co. Ag

We decided to take a trip to Mississippi to visit a location we've mentioned before: The McRaven House. In this episode, we go over our trip, the house, and our experiences there. Originally recorded 10/24 Music by Co. Ag

Today we go over one of the most striking buildings in New Orleans - The now shut down Charity Hospital - Join us as we talk about its history both as a medical facility and what's happened to it post-Katrina Originally recorded 8/24 Music by Co. Ag

In this very gruesome episode, we go over an enigma of history - a man who was said to eat anything and everything - From household pets to kitchenware. Nothing was able to satisfy his hunger. Come learn how this man went from a Busker act to a spy before being on the run for his insatiable apatite. Originally recorded 8/24 Music by Co. Ag

This episode, we talk about one of the first accounts of a strange space man coming down to earth to visit us, only to get shot. Was he here to tell us the secrets of the universe? To give us insights on new and exciting technology? To get weed? We probably will never know, because he was shot. Join us and learn about a new silly story about aliens. Recorded 8/24 Music by Co. Ag ''

In this episode, we go deeper into the famous Lafitte Blacksmith Shop Bar, the supposed location of a Laffite black market operation fronting at a Smithy. Note: The audio file on this one was messed up, we tried to clean up as best as possible, but there was some issues we couldn't resolve. We apologize and we hope you can enjoy the episode regardless. Please email us at Backwoodsobscura@gmail.com...

In this episode, we talk about a Louisiana cryptid and folk tale that takes many shapes - From hell hounds to the Rougarou. Recorded 5/24 Music by Co.ag

We go into the Arkansas/Missouri area to discuss a strange, bright white monster that floats within the White River. Is it a strange new monster? An Alligator? A Norwal? Join us and see. Originally recorded 8/24 Music By Co. Ag.

This episode, we cover another Louisiana Boogieman with history far beyond Acadiana - One that might throw your "disappointing" children into a bag and run off with them, never to be seen again. Recorded 08/24 Music by Co. Ag

In this Episode, Hewitt presents a house that's as old as the US, and the ghosts that might haunt it. Join us as we go into the mysterious McRaven House, one of the most haunted places in MississIppi. Originally Recorded 7/24 Music by Co,Ag

We go over a little history of one of the most famous pirates of the Gulf of Mexico and the world, Jean Lafitte, and go over some of the places he's said to haunt, which is...quite a bit. Recorded 7/24 Music by Co. Ag and sea Shanties by PGN Music

Today, we go into another Haunting, this time in the small town of Natchez, MS. Join us as we go over the history and the haunting of the King's Tavern. Originally recorded 7/24 Music by Co. Ag

The Gardette-LaPrete House, also known as a the Sultan's Palace, supposedly gained notoriety when an eclectic noble from across the seas moves in and is suddenly murdered. Join us as we dive into this story and discuss it's authenticity. Originally recorded 5/24 Music by Co. Ag