Ghoul Gals

This week's theme is books, and it's both horrifying and sad. Horrifyingly sad? Sadly horrifying? Anyway, it's rough. Julie talks about the Codex Gigas and Cassandra talks about the Malleus Maleficarum. Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @ghoulie...

The laughter overfloweth in episode 38! We recorded a very special episode with our friends, Kyle (co-host of the amazing podcast, Fear the Queer, and creator of our logo!), Eva, and Brandon while we were on vacation. Cassandra talks about the Scottish horse demon, Nuckelavee, and Julie talks about the Curupira and the Boraro. Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by...

Curses abound in episode 37! Cassandra shares a few stories involving screaming skulls, and Julie talks about the curse of Busby's Stoop. Don't forget to check out our Patreon page for fan-exclusive monthly content, like special minisodes, newsletters, and more! https://www.patreon.com/ghoulgals Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain)...

Ghoul Gals is talking up zombies today! Julie shares the story of the draugr, and Cassandra talks about the gjenganger. Check out our patreon for some exclusive spooky goodies! https://www.patreon.com/ghoulgals Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals,...

The theme this week is WINGS, and boy, it gets pretty weird. Julie talks about the Adze and Cassandra talks about the Manananggal. Check out our Patreon to get access to exclusive treats: https://www.patreon.com/ghoulgals Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @...

This week the Ghoul Gals are chattin' 'bout witches. Julie talks about the Chedipe and Cassandra talks about Baba Yaga, two problematic gals. If you like what you hear and want to support us, please visit our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ghoulgals Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us:...

This week we talk about hospitals! Cassandra shares the story of the haunted Beechworth Asylum and Julie talks about the horrifying history of Poveglia Island in Italy. We're now on Patreon, so if you think this podcast is worth even a single dollar, please consider becoming a patron! There are neat rewards if you do! https://www.patreon.com/ghoulgals Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited...

This week we're chatting about caves, the spookiest of all natural environments. Julie talks about the ATM Cave in Belize, and Cassandra shares the story of the Hellfire Caves in England. If you love Ghoul Gals, please check out our newly launched Patreon! We have some fun rewards for various donation levels and would love to offer more spooky content to our listeners! https://www.patreon.com/ghou...

THIS IS WEEK IS ALL ABOUT HORNS! Cassandra shares the legend of Shuten-Doji and Julie talks about everyone's favorite demon, the Goatman! Also, we'd like to thank our friend, Kyle, for creating a brand new GORGEOUS logo for us! More updates will be coming soon, so stay tuned! Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker...

This week the theme is sex and it's a WEIRD one. Julie shares the story of the feminist icon, the Pontianak, and Cassandra talks about the seductive and powerful Vila! Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @ghouliesmyth, @phenomenaaa Facebook: ghoul...

This week we talk about our favorite ecosystem: SWAMPS. Cassandra starts us off with the legend of the Bunyip, and Julie shares history (and truth?) behind the will-o-the-wisp! Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @ghouliesmyth, @phenomenaaa Facebo...

Today, Julie and Cassandra talk about Cassandra's worst nightmare: TEETH! D: Julie tells the tale of the Indus Worm, and Cassandra discusses the Grootslang! Enjoy! Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @ghouliesmyth, @phenomenaaa Facebook: ghoulgals...

IT'S THE GHOUL EPISODE! Cassandra talks about what ghouls actually are, and Julie shares the Palestinian folktale of Ghaddar the Ghoul! Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @ghouliesmyth, @phenomenaaa Facebook: ghoulgalspodcast Listen on SoundCloud...

Our instagram followers were polled, and this week we're talking about DOORS. You know 'em, you love 'em, now get ready to be afraid of them. Cassandra shares the scary legend behind Houska Castle, and Julie talks about hauntings in Door County, WI. Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Tw...

Buckle your seatbelts, this week we're talking about THE COLOR RED! Julie shares the weirder and weirder story of the Red Ghost of Arizona, and Cassandra talks about ladies in red -- not the song, the ghost! Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @gh...

This week the Ghoul Gals talk about haunted paintings, Disney World, the Netflix original film Velvet Buzzsaw, and the likelihood of Julie purchasing a haunted item from eBay. Hosted by: Julie Smyth Cassandra Litten Edited by: Julie Smyth Music by: Kevin Macleod (public domain) Logo by: Kyle Parker (@kyleparkr) Follow us: Twitter @ghoulgals Instagram @ghoulgals, @ghouliesmyth, @phenomenaaa Faceboo...

It's been 350,400 minutes since our last episode, but we are BACK! This time, Julie talks about the cold, wet Vodyanoi and how cute she thinks they are. Cassandra talks about the true, horrifying (and supernatural?) story of the Beast of Gevaudan.

Cassandra and Julie talk about some weird cemetery stuff!

Julie and Cassandra discuss Chinese ghost marriages, sweaty iron workers, vengeful brides and Bill Hader.

It's a cryptid episode! Julie and Cassandra take you into the whacky world of the mapinguari and the snallygaster! Hold on tight, it's gonna be a weird ride. Julie's Sources: https://www.paranormalpapers.com/cryptozoology/mapinguari/ https://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/08/world/americas/08amazon.html https://exemplore.com/cryptids/Mapinguari-Sightings-Does-Mylodon-Still-Exist Cassandra's Sources: http...

Julie and Cassandra talk about creepy pink dolphins and the real story behind the Pied Piper!

YA GHOULS ARE BACK! After a four month hiatus, Ghoul Gals are back and ready to party! In this episode, Julie and Cassandra discuss sleep monsters - alp and the batibat! Cassandra's resources: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alp_(folklore) Julie's resources: https://www.aswangproject.com/batibat-bangungot-nightmares/

Welcome to episode 17! Julie tells the weird tale of the Minnesota Iceman and Cassandra recounts some facts and myths about the Yeti. Instagram: ghoulgals Twitter: ghoulgals Facebook: ghoulgalspodcast Email us! We'd love to hear from you! - ghoulgals@gmail.com Julie's Sources: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/28/minnesota-iceman-photos_n_3517680.html https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/tetr...

NOTE: We have been experiencing some technical difficulties with our audio. About 15 minutes into the episode, there is a light crackling/clicking noise that we can't seem to edit out. We're not sure why it's happening, but we're looking into it, and apologize if this is highly disruptive to your listening experience! In episode 16, Cassandra talks about ghosts and feet, and Julie talks about the...

Back at it again! Welcome to Episode 15! Julie discusses the legend of El Silbon, and Cassandra talks about the many dramatic ghosts at the St. James Theatre in Wellington, New Zealand.