Haunted American History

In a small Texas town stands the abandoned Yorktown Memorial Hospital, once a beacon of mercy, now called one of the most haunted buildings in America. From shadowy figures to the whispers of long-dead patients, its reputation has grown into legend. But behind the stories lies something even more unsettling…   EBOOK PREORDER FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGH AMAZON:  https://www.amazon.com...

Deep in Kingsport, Tennessee lies the Sensabaugh Tunnel, one of the state’s most infamous haunted sites. Locals whisper about eerie cries echoing through its concrete throat, a chilling sound that many mistake for the wail of an infant. Some say it’s the ghost of a murdered child, others that it’s Edward Sensabaugh himself, doomed to stalk the tunnel for eternity after a violent death. Over the de...

In 12th-century England, two strange children appeared in the village of Woolpit, skin tinted green, speaking an unknown language, and claiming to come from a land of eternal twilight. Were they lost travelers, victims of illness, or something otherworldly? In this first Haunted American History Goes Abroad episode, we explore the enduring mystery of the Green Children of Woolpit.   YOUTUBE ⁠⁠⁠⁠ht...

Content Warning: This episode contains themes of suicide and despair, presented through folklore and horror storytelling. Listener discretion is advised. On the lonely prairies of South Dakota, legends speak of Walking Sam —a towering shadow said to collect the hopeless, stringing them like beads along his endless arms. Those who hear his whispers aren’t offered death, but something far more chill...

Deep in South Carolina’s low country, the legend of the Boo Hag has haunted generations. She’s said to slip into your home at night, stealing the very skin from your body before vanishing into the swamp. Most people tell the story as a warning. YOUTUBE ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   TikTok - @hauntedchris   LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658     Twitter- @Haunted_A_H   Instagram-...

In Rhode Island’s historic General Stanton Inn, guests have long reported the sound of a woman crying through the night—grief without a face, sorrow without end. But what if the ghost isn’t the one doing the haunting?     YOUTUBE ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   TikTok - @mister_chriss   LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658     Twitter- @Haunted_A_H   Instagram- haunted_american_histo...

In the deep woods of Pennsylvania, we explore the legend of the Giwoggle—a bizarre creature with the body of a wolf, the claws of a bird, and the hooves of a horse. Learn how witches once conjured this phantom to carry out revenge and how the legendary Loop Hill Ike hunted it, a real-life monster hunter from the 1800s. We trace its journey from a terrifying specter to a beloved local mascot that n...

This week, I travel to the misty shores of Cannon Beach, Oregon, to investigate the chilling legend of the Bandage Man. A spectral figure swathed in bloody bandages is said to haunt the coastal highways, a terrifying remnant of a gruesome logging accident. Is the Bandage Man a restless spirit seeking revenge, or a terrifying tale born from the mist-shrouded Oregon coast? To bring the legend to lif...

Venture with us to the outskirts of Oklahoma City, where urban legends collide with reality. In Spencer, Oklahoma, hidden among overgrown trails and whispering woods, lies the infamous Purple Church—a site steeped in rumors of satanic rituals, sacrifices, and unsettling paranormal phenomena. Is it merely a haunting myth, or truly a gateway to the underworld?      YOUTUBE ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com...

  Tucked deep in Ohio’s Hocking Hills, there’s a pond no map dares to name. Locals call it the Death Hole. Others whisper of the Devil’s Pool.        YOUTUBE - ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris⁠⁠⁠⁠   TikTok - @mister_chriss   LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658   The Nightmare Collective SUBSCRIBE!! Available on all podcast platforms! Apple ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-night...

Step into the shadows of North Dakota, where the past refuses to remain buried. In this episode, explore three ghostly tales: the sorrowful White Lady who drifts eternally through the crumbling halls of San Haven Sanatorium; the gentle guardian whose tragic history lingers within the Harvey Public Library; and the playful, yet mysterious spirits of the Children's Museum at Yunker Farm. Listen clos...

Deep within North Carolina's rugged mountains and misty shores, shadows whisper and legends refuse to die. Today, I explore three chilling tales: the mysterious Boojum of the Smoky Mountains, Blackbeard's vengeful ghost haunting Ocracoke Island, and the phantom choir whose hymns echo eternally atop Roan Mountain. Beware—sometimes the darkest stories are the ones your ancestors tried hardest to for...

Nothing ruins a perfectly good evening like seeing a ghost in your bedroom, getting chased by a werewolf, or realizing your mirror is haunted. Welcome to New York State: where history bites—sometimes literally. YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@MrChrisWildRide ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris⁠ TikTok - @chris_hah LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658 The Nightmare Collective SUBSCRIBE!! Availa...

In this episode, we trade well-worn legends for whispers in the dust. From the gun-slinging echoes of the Laguna Vista Saloon, to the ghostly waters of Bonito Lake, and the spectral soldier who waltzed in Fort Union—these are New Mexico’s forgotten hauntings. Join me as I peel back the layers of folklore and fear in the Land of Enchantment’s shadowy corners. YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@hau...

Journey into the eerie heart of New Jersey, where fact and folklore collide. First, discover Ong's Hat, a ghost town said to hide a portal to another dimension. Then, delve into the mystery of Thomas Edison’s rumored "ghost phone," an invention meant to communicate with spirits of the departed. Are these merely legends, or does New Jersey truly bridge worlds beyond our own? YOUTUBE - https://www....

New England is filled with ghost stories, and today, we’re diving into three of its most chilling. From the eerie ruins of Madame Sherri’s Castle to the restless spirits of Blood Cemetery and the haunted halls of the Mount Washington Hotel, these locations are steeped in mystery and legend. What lingers in the shadows? Let’s find out. YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris TikTok - @chri...

Nevada is a land of extremes—scorching deserts, deep waters, and secrets buried in the sand. In this episode, we dive into the chilling legends of Pyramid Lake, where vengeful spirits and eerie drownings defy explanation. We explore the mysterious Devil’s Hole, a seemingly bottomless abyss that has taken lives and baffled scientists for decades. And finally, we venture into Tonopah, a town where g...

For over a century, the legend of Flessie  has haunted the depths of Montana’s Flathead Lake. A massive, serpentine creature said to be longer than a city bus, with slick black skin and eyes that shimmer like jewels. Some call it folklore, others swear they’ve seen it slither just beneath the water’s surface. But what if we’ve misunderstood the legend all along? In this episode, we dive deep into...

In this episode, we delve into the eerie folklore surrounding Lawler Ford Road—better known as Zombie Road—in Glencoe, Missouri. Once a quiet stretch of trail, it’s now infamous for ghostly apparitions, mysterious disappearances, and an atmosphere thick with dread. But what lies at the heart of these unsettling stories? We’ll explore the historical roots of the legends, recount spine-tingling enco...

Today, we dive deep into the eerie tales and haunting folklore of the Magnolia State. From the chilling legend of the Mercritis curse to the spectral guardians of Deer Island's hidden treasures and the fiery vengeance of the infamous Yazoo Witch. Mississippi doesn't miss when it comes to creepy tales. I understand that was an awful joke. YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris TikTok - @c...

Today, we explore the eerie corridors of the Nopeming Sanatorium, a once-thriving tuberculosis hospital now shrouded in mystery and ghostly legends. Then, we’ll cross over to Grey Cloud Island, a picturesque yet deeply haunted location steeped in Native American lore and tales of restless spirits. Discover why these locations are among Minnesota’s most infamous paranormal hotspots, from shadowy fi...

In this episode, we explore the spectral mysteries surrounding Times Square's New Year’s Eve Phantom—a 1920s starlet whose tragic death still echoes through the crowded streets. Then, we unravel the New Year's Eve story of the Lady in Red at Chicago's Drake Hotel, a glamorous yet haunting figure tied to love, betrayal, and loss. Finally, we venture to North Carolina's Inn on Main Street, where whi...

In this episode, we explore the chilling story of the Enfield Horror , a creature so strange it defies categorization. 🕵️‍♂️ Sighted in the small town of Enfield, Illinois, in 1973, this cryptid is described as having three legs, glowing red eyes, and sharp claws . It left behind damaged homes, terrified witnesses, and a legacy of unanswered questions. Was it a cryptid from another dimension, an e...

Step into the chilling history of Mackinac Island, a place where the past comes alive in the form of ghostly encounters and spine-tingling tales. In this episode, we uncover the haunted legends of Fort Mackinac, the spectral residents of the Grand Hotel, and the eerie stories that make this island a hotspot for paranormal activity. Join us as we delve into the mysterious and unexplained phenomena...

Nestled in the mountains of western Massachusetts, the Hoosac Tunnel stands as a testament to human ingenuity—and a chilling reminder of its cost. Dubbed “The Bloody Pit,” this nearly 5-mile-long railway tunnel was the site of tragedy during its 24-year construction, claiming the lives of nearly 200 workers. But the story doesn’t end there. For decades, visitors and locals alike have reported ghos...