Ghost Stories and Gummies

This week, we’re covering the 1990 murder of Marilynn DePue, the manhunt for Dennis DePue, and the eerie real-life case often linked to the opening of Jeepers Creepers. From Coldwater, Michigan to an abandoned schoolhouse, a bloody sheet, an Unsolved Mysteries broadcast, a fake identity in Texas, and a final police chase in Mississippi, this case is one of those stories where the truth is already...

Late-night Marketplace scrolling was a mistake. This week on Ghost Stories & Gummies, I’m diving into some of the creepiest, weirdest, and most uncomfortable real encounters tied to Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. From terrifying meetups and bizarre sellers to “absolutely the fuck not” situations that sound like the beginning of a horror movie… So grab your gummies, lock your doors, and m...

This week on Ghost Stories and Gummies, we’re getting into one of the wildest cult stories I’ve covered yet: the so‑called Doomsday Cat Cult. We’ll talk about pastor Sheryl Ruthven, her cat rescue Eva’s Eden, and how, according to former members and reporting, a small Washington church turned into a high‑control doomsday group where cats were believed to be divine beings carrying 144,000 souls thr...

Some hauntings don’t react to you. They don’t acknowledge you, they don’t change, and they don’t seem aware that you’re even there. They just… keep happening. Same place. Same movement. Same sequence over and over again. In this episode, we’re breaking down the Stone Tape Theory the idea that environments themselves can somehow “record” emotional or traumatic events and replay them later as what p...

We’re back with Dear Darkness Society Part 2. After going down a Reddit rabbit hole during Episode 30, I found way more stories than I was expecting… and there was no way I was leaving some of these out. So this episode is a continuation, more real experiences, more “that’s not right” moments, and more stories from people who were kind enough to share what they’ve gone through and let me bring it...

There’s a specific kind of unsettling that happens when your TV does something it’s not supposed to do. Not buffering. Not lagging. Just… wrong. In this episode, I'm getting into real cases where broadcasts were interrupted, hijacked, or taken over sometimes for seconds, sometimes longer and left people genuinely confused about what they were seeing. From the 1987 Max Headroom incident, to the Sou...

In this Dear Darkness Society episode, I made the mistake of going on Reddit to see if anyone has experienced the same kind of creepy, unexplainable moments we talk about on here... and yeah, some of you are going THROUGH it.   I'm sharing real stories from people who were kind enough (and brave enough) to let me bring their experiences here. Some are unsettling, so are straight up weird and sine...

What happens when the internet starts reinterpreting childhood cartoons through a much darker lens? In this episode I explore some of the most infamous cartoon conspiracy theories from the Rugrats imagination theory to the mysterious Squidward creepypasta and look at the psychology behind why people create them in the first place.   https://abc7.com/spongebob-kwarantined-crab-inappropriate-episode...

What if thousands of people remember something that never happened? This weeks episode I dive into the Mandela Effect, the strange phenomenon where large groups of people share the same incorrect memory. From The Berenstain Bears to famous movie quotes we all swear are real, I explore why our brains might be rewriting reality.     https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-the-mandela-effect-4589394    ...

Our episode this week explores Victorian era mourning practices, like post-mortem photography and the strict mourning rituals that shaped how 19th-century families remembered and honored their dead.  Far from being purely macabre, these practices include societal customs and cherished keepsakes, reflecting a culture tragically struck with repeated losses. Join us as we discuss how love and grief w...

This week, we’re unlocking the display case of the truly unsettling. From glassy-eyed dolls that seem to move when no one’s looking, to a seemingly ordinary chair with an unthinkable past, this episode dives into objects that have captivated people for decades and in some cases, centuries. Are these just creepy coincidences… or do some objects really absorb evil?   Listener discretion is advised—b...

A slight switch in topic for the week led us to our first true crime episode. We wanted to approach this episode with as much compassion and respect as possible. It's important to remember that this episode is about the lives of real people who had hopes and dreams and most importantly families that loved them more than anything.    We love to joke around but it's important to note that we took th...

In this episode, we explore the often comforting, and sometimes unsettling world of imaginary friends. From childhood companions who help make sense of the world to the deeper psychological meanings behind them, we ask why imaginary friends exist. We also dive deep to find if it's possible to have a collective imaginary friend and encounter the story of a common and unwanted visitor known across c...

Join us this week for a couple tales from you as well as some tales of our own. We had SEVERAL unexplained technical issues and one that you can hear on the recording. This one gets weird.. and Savanna is not a fan.    Thank you everyone who allowed us to share your tale! Thank you for being here, we appreciate you all so much!

In this episode, we explore two beyond tragic plane crashes that changed life as we know it. Last-minute decisions, unexplained feelings, and hesitation, are these moments just coincidence, or do they suggest something deeper about human intuition? Through real stories we explore how the brain looks for meaning after tragedy. Are premonitions evidence of something extraordinary or a reflection of...

This week’s episode is packed with listener tales that refuse to stay quiet. From a chilling childhood encounter with George Washington type figure standing in a bedroom to the deeply emotional experiences of nursing home workers who’ve had patients pass… only to return for one last visit. We also dive into stories including a teddy bear that moves around, and an unsettling account of a mysterious...

Join us this week as we take you deep underground into another world full of rich ore deposits and unspeakable tragedies.  If you have a story for us or something you'd like to hear on the podcast, please email us at ghoststoriesandgummies@gmail.com Thank you for joining us, we appreciate you more than you know!   Sources: https://www.historynet.com/gold-hill-nevada/#:~:text=But%20all%20that%20wea...

We're back! We hope you all enjoyed your thanksgiving holiday!  Join us this week as we discuss death omens and haunted cemeteries! If you'd like to submit a story for us to read or if you have a suggestion for a topic you'd like to hear covered on a new episode please email us at ghoststoriesandgummies@gmail.com Thank you and we appreciate you taking time out of your day to spend it with us!   So...

Join us this week as we dive into the depths of two US lakes full of secrets. Savanna covers Lake Tahoe and the rumors surrounding preserved bodies and Tahoe Tessie. Next Hayley takes us to Lake Mead and exposes the hidden world lurking beneath the surface.   If you have anything you'd like us to cover on a future episode you can email us at ghoststoriesandgummies@gmail.com   Sources: Lake Tahoe S...

This week we take you on a journey to two very different haunted places and dive into the history as well as local lore surrounding the hauntings! First Hayley takes us to Indiana for the Randolph County Infirmary previously the Randolph County Asylum. Then Savanna takes us down to The Marshall House in Savannah, Georgia. If you have visited either of these locations, we'd love to hear your storie...

This week, things get strange. First, we promised you a doll update and we deliver! Then, one listener shares a chilling alien encounter and UFO sightings. Finally, we dive into the story of a shadow figure known only as "The Bad Man". Turn off the lights, grab your headphones, and join us for another episode where reality gets a little too close for comfort. If you have your own chilling encounte...

Happy Halloween, we're so glad you're here!  This week Hayley tells us all about the origins of Halloween, traditions from around the world and the thinning of the veil and Savanna talks about the Legend of Sleepy Hollow and the real-life inspirations for Washington Irving's famous tale.  Grab your drink, get some snacks, and let's get haunted.    https://www.discoverboynevalley.ie/boyne-valley-dr...

Join us this week as we go behind the scenes and investigate the tragic and sometimes paranormal happenings on the sets of famous movies. Did we cover the movies you were thinking of? If you have a movie or other interesting topic you'd like to hear us cover, please email us at ghoststoriesandgummies@gmail.com or comment or DM us on any of our social media!    Sources: https://www.buzzfeed.com/kri...

Join us this week as we dive into superstitions! We talk about the ones we partake in and learn about new ones and what the possible origins are!   If there's anything you'd like to hear on a future episode or something you'd like to share or just to say hi you can message us at ghoststoriesandgummies@gmail.com or on any of our social medias!   Sources for this episode: https://www.britannica.com/...

This week join us as we dive into the legends of The Beast of Bray Road and the story of Mercy Brown and the Great New England Vampire Panic.   If you have any urban legends or anything spooky or unnatural that you'd like us to look into or share, please email us at ghoststoriesandgummies@gmail.com or you can comment on any of our posts on social media and we'll see them there!    Thank you so muc...