Folktown

New Year’s has been celebrated for thousands of years…but not always the way you think. In our Season 7 finale, Amanda, Dayelle and Deena dive into the surprising, magical, creepy and sometimes downright bizarre history of ringing in a new year.   We’re uncovering the origins of New Year’s itself, the song that became THE anthem of midnight (and why it still matters), why one country celebrates wi...

In our final stop through Connecticut, we’re trading witches and urban legends for something a little more…mysterious...What is a cryptid, really? From shadowy beasts lurking in the woods to creatures whispered about for generations, Connecticut has its fair share of strange sightings and local legends. In this episode, we break down what makes a cryptid, explore some of the state’s most popular f...

Picture this: a crackling campfire, the hiss of night creatures, shadows dancing in the trees. (In reality, it’s just us in the studio, lights dimmed, creating our own spooky ambience.) Join Amanda, Deena and Dayelle as they swap some of Connecticut’s creepiest urban legends. Tales of haunted woods, mysterious creatures, and whispers that still echo through the night. Grab your flashlight, pull yo...

Before Salem…there was Connecticut. Long before the infamous witch trials of Massachusetts, another colony was already drowning in fear, superstition and accusations of witchcraft. This season, Folktown heads to the shadowed corners of Connecticut, where whispers of curses, poppets, and spectral evidence ignited America’s first witch panic.   In our season premiere, Amanda, Dayelle and Deena uncov...

Season 7 of Folktown is dropping November 18! Welcome to Connecticut.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

She’s small, she’s sinister and she’s locked away for a reason. In our chilling season finale, Amanda, Dayelle and Deena crack open the case of Annabelle. The demon doll that turned playtime into a nightmare and found its way into the infamous Warrens’ paranormal files, their Occult Museum and more recently news channels everywhere. This isn’t just a story about a doll. It’s about Ed and Lorraine...

Part 1: Death Witchery & Mystic Arts with Ariel Willow Step into the shadowed realms of the spiritual with Ariel Willow; death witch, Norse pagan, clairvoyant medium, demonolator, and astrologer. Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena explore Ariel’s path: how she interprets the stars, communes with the departed, and transforms death into a guiding force. She debunks myths, sheds light on the craft, and share...

You’ve heard his voice first in Season 2, Episode 2, and then narrating every haunting tale in Seasons 3, 4 & 5 but this time, JJ steps out from behind the mic (well, his home setup) and into the studio. From spine-tingling real-life experiences to his favorite lore, JJ shares the stories that sparked his love of the strange and supernatural. And YES he treats us to that unforgettable Folktown “De...

Over the seasons, Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena have spun folklore into living shadows. Bringing haunted legends, chilling spirits, and eerie tales to life. In this special anthology episode, we’re cracking open Folktown’s haunted archives to revisit the stories that still stalk our dreams and echo in the dark.   From Boo Hag to Krampus…these timeless stories weave together the eerie magic that makes...

Spooky season has arrived—and so has Folktown Season 6. This year, we’re conjuring up conversations with modern witches, sitting down with our mysterious narrator JJ, and taking a chilling deep dive into the legend of Annabelle. Plus, Dayelle, Amanda, and Deena revisit their favorite stories from the last five seasons. Turn down the lights… and tune in to Folktown . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWiz...

Deena takes the mic solo for a fascinating deep dive into the world of Voodoo with Priestess Mambo Brandi, Mambo Maggie Champagne and Houngan Jesse James Brunet. Together, they unravel the mysteries of this often misunderstood spiritual tradition. Exploring its history, beliefs, and practices. The key differences between Voodoo and Hoodoo, and the role of community and ceremony. From myths to magi...

For their final stop in Maine, Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena are leaving the woods behind and heading straight into the haunted heart of the state. This episode is packed with spine-tingling ghost stories, eerie urban legends, the tragic tale of Nelly Butler (America’s first documented ghost!), and one deeply unsettling mental hospital with a history that still echoes. It’s a farewell to Maine, but n...

Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena are heading deep into the Maine woods this week on Folktown and let’s just say, things are getting...tall. From ancient giants and elusive Bigfoot sightings to bone-chilling tales of the Wendigo and eerie encounters with woodland fairies. The ladies are covering the creepiest creatures hiding in the trees. Whether you believe or just want to sleep with the lights on, thi...

This episode, the Folktown ladies are joined by none other than Chris Packard, author of Mythical Creatures of Maine and certified expert in all things mysterious, magical, and maybe real. Chris brings the vibes and the knowledge, walking us through Maine’s strangest legends and creatures with a passion that made even Deena question her fact checking ways. From mermaids to shadowy forest dwellers,...

This week, the Folktown trio sets sail deeper into Maine’s haunted coastline, where every island has a ghost, and every lighthouse has a secret. Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena trade sea monsters for spirits as they explore shipwreck legends, phantom keepers, and coastal towns with more hauntings than streetlights. If you’re brave enough to listen this episode is all about local lore, island ghosts, an...

The Folktown ladies have washed ashore in the mysterious, misty coastlines of Maine. In Episode One, Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena dive into the deep end with tales of sirens, mermaids, and sea creatures that haunt the Atlantic. But when Deena realizes sirens and mermaids are not the same thing? Let’s just say… she spirals, and we’re all going down with her. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

This week on Folktown, Amanda, Dayelle, and Deena sit down with New York Times bestselling author Alex Grecian to talk about his haunting new novel, Rose of Jericho. From his delightfully creepy upbringing to his favorite monsters. Alex shares the stories behind the stories—and gives us a peek into the eerie inspirations that fuel his writing. One of the kindest (and coolest) guests to date, this...

Season 5 of Folktown is dropping July 22. Welcome to the not-so-quaint or relaxing coastline of Maine.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Folktown, the ladies are joined by a very special guest, CJ Dotson, author of the chilling new novel The Cut. They get into it all: spine-tingling stories from CJ’s own life, the eerie inspiration behind her writing, and yes—we had to ask—why The Cut? It’s book talk meets ghost story hour, and trust us, you’re not going to want to miss a single creepy detail. Hosted by Simplecast, an...

Some stories are too weird, wild, or downright hilarious to fit neatly into an episode But they’re too good to keep locked away. In this bonus episode, the Folktown ladies are throwing open the junk drawer and digging through Colorado’s strangest odds and ends.   From unsettling tales of a certain someone's head being cut off and pickled (yep, you read that right) to the surprisingly wholesome ori...

The ladies of Folktown are peeling back the shadows of Colorado’s strangest and darkest mysteries. From the eerie melodies of the Phantom Fiddler, to chilling stories of serial killers, to the heartbreaking disappearances of Indigenous women—this episode dives deep into the sinister side of the state.   And then there’s Denver International Airport. Home to bizarre symbols, secret tunnels, and whi...

Amanda, Dayelle & Deena are back and this time, they’re stepping into the blue mist of Estes Park. A ghostly fog that moves with purpose, hiding something sinister within. Is it a portal to another world…or a warning to stay away?   And if the mist doesn’t get you, Colorado’s haunted hotels just might. From the infamous Stanley Hotel to The Hotel Colorado. The tales will have you rethinking your n...

The Folktown ladies are trading mountain trails for dark tunnels and dusty streets. This week, they’re taking you deep into Colorado’s gold mines and long-abandoned "ghost towns." But that's just the beginning... Prepare for the chilling true story of the infamous Colorado Cannibal. A tale of survival, desperation, and gruesome choices that haunt the Rockies to this day. Then, brace yourself for t...

The Folktown ladies are back for another season and this time, they’re heading west to the rugged landscapes of Colorado! In Episode One, they’re taking you deep into the mountains, where the air is thin, the trees whisper secrets, and shadows move just out of sight. Get ready for a spine-tingling dive into the legends of skinwalkers, elusive cryptids, and the blood-chilling tales of the chupacabr...

Hey Folktownies! Get ready because the new season of Folktown is coming soon, and this time we're taking you out West. Think: A decades old airport conspiracy, abandoned mining towns, legendary mountain cryptids and a terrifying hotel that we know you've heard of. That's right! We're heading to Colorado where we're digging into the legends, mysteries and hauntings that make the Rocky Mountain regi...