Hauntings and Happenings

The fields are golden, but the shadows are lengthening. Lughnasadh — or Lammas — is the first harvest festival on the Wheel of the Year, a celebration born of both abundance and sacrifice. In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings, we trace its mythic roots in the story of the god Lugh and his foster mother Tailtiu, explore how it transformed into the Christian Loaf Mass, and uncover the strange...

Once hailed as the most luxurious ship ever to sail the seas, the RMS Queen Mary now sits permanently moored in Long Beach, California—a glamorous relic… and a ghost ship. In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings, host Kasey delves into the ship's opulent beginnings, its wartime transformation into the "Grey Ghost," and the haunting legacy of tragedy, trauma, and tales that refuse...

Can you kill someone in your sleep—and have no memory of it? In this haunting episode of Hauntings & Happenings, Kasey explores the terrifying intersection of sleep, violence, and moral responsibility. Through three real-life cases—Kenneth Parks (Canada), Scott Falater (U.S.), and Jules Lowe (U.K.)—we unravel how legal systems grapple with the defense of sleepwalking and what science says abou...

In the spring of 2001, Steven LaChance moved his children into a quiet two-story home in Union, Missouri. Thirteen days later, he fled in the middle of the night—leaving behind their belongings and a house that seemed to scream back at him. In this episode, we unpack one of the most intense and emotionally charged hauntings ever recorded: the Union Screaming House. But this isn’t just a ghost stor...

What if pressing the wrong sequence of elevator buttons could take you somewhere… else? In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings, host Kasey explores the chilling urban legend known as The Elevator Game—a viral ritual that promises access to another dimension, but at a dangerous cost. We’ll break down the rules, origins, and eerie rise of the game from Korean horror lore to TikTok sensation. Al...

🌿 Deep in the swamps of the Congo, a shadow stirs—a creature said to resemble a living dinosaur. But is the Mokele-Mbembe real… or something more complex? In this episode, we trace the twisting path of Africa’s most elusive cryptid through legend, psychology, colonial history, and digital mythmaking. From missionary expeditions and creationist campaigns to blurry YouTube videos and cultural symbo...

The longest day of the year has arrived—and with it, ancient magic stirs in the light. In this special solstice episode, Kasey dives deep into the fiery heart of Litha, exploring its roots in Celtic and Germanic fire festivals, its echoes in modern traditions like Stonehenge gatherings and Midsommar, and the psychological power of sunlight on the human brain. Discover how ritual gives us control o...

In 1961, Betty and Barney Hill were driving through rural New Hampshire when a strange light in the sky changed their lives forever. What followed was a story of missing time, disturbing dreams, and hypnosis-fueled recollections that would go on to define the alien abduction genre. In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings, host Kasey unpacks the Hills’ infamous encounter—exploring not just what...

Are you sure the Monopoly Man had a monocle? That it was Berenstein Bears? That Darth Vader said, “Luke, I am your father”? If so… you might be remembering a reality that never existed. In this mind-bending episode of Hauntings and Happenings, we dive into the strange world of the Mandela Effect—a phenomenon where large groups of people share the same false memory. From psychological theories like...

In this haunting episode of Hauntings and Happenings, we journey deep into the forests, rivers, and flickering hearths of Slavic folklore to confront three ancient beings: the Domovoi, the Rusalka, and Baba Yaga. But these aren’t just ghost stories — they’re mirrors. Through the lens of ambiguity aversion and moral projection, we explore how these spirits blur the lines between guardian and punish...

What happens when a town is emptied overnight, its homes boarded up and its roads closed without explanation? In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we explore the eerie legend of Helltown, Ohio —a real place with an unreal reputation. Was it a government cover-up? A chemical disaster? A cursed place stalked by mutated creatures and Satanic cults? Or is it something deeper—a psychological r...

Some stories are too chilling to stay on screen. In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we step behind the camera and into the shadows of Hollywood’s most infamous cursed productions—from Poltergeist and The Exorcist to The Crow , Rebel Without a Cause , and the long-feared Superman Curse . Were these tragedies the result of bad luck, negligence… or something darker? Join us as we explore t...

It’s one of the strangest cryptids ever caught on camera—faceless, silent, and eerily graceful. But is the Fresno Nightcrawler real, or just a really good hoax? And more importantly… why do we believe it? In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we step beyond the grainy footage to explore the psychological power of video evidence. From camera perspective bias to false memories, we dive into...

As the Wheel turns toward summer, we gather around the fire to explore the ancient festival of Beltane —a celebration of fertility, fire, and the fragile magic of human connection. In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of Victor Turner’s theory of communitas , a spontaneous, sacred bond that arises when structure falls away. We unravel the rituals of Beltane—bonfires, maypoles, handfastings...

What if your child wasn’t really your child? In this haunting episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we unravel the centuries-old myth of the changeling —a creature said to be left in place of a stolen human child by fairies, trolls, or spirits. But beneath the folklore lies something far more human: fear of difference, grief without explanation, and the desperate search for answers. Join Kasey as...

What really lurks in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey? In this chilling episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we unravel the tangled legend of the Jersey Devil —a winged, hoofed creature born from colonial scandal, religious strife, and centuries of whispered warnings. Was it the cursed 13th child of Mother Leeds? A political smear turned supernatural scapegoat? Or a living projection of our darkest...

She glides down a grand staircase in a rust-colored gown—eyes hollow, presence heavy. Captured in one of the most iconic ghost photographs of all time, the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall has haunted imaginations for nearly 300 years. But who was she really? In this episode, we dive deep into the tragic life of Lady Dorothy Walpole, the chilling sightings that span centuries, the science behind ghost p...

On a quiet October night in 1973, two Mississippi shipyard workers—Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker—went fishing along the Pascagoula River. What happened next would become one of the most chilling and credible alien abduction cases in U.S. history. In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we dive deep into the strange events of that night, explore the hidden sheriff’s office tape that captu...

The earth is stirring, the light is returning, and something ancient is waking within us. In this immersive Spring Equinox special, we journey through the science, symbolism, and spirit of the season—from sacred sites like Chichén Itzá and Stonehenge, to global celebrations in Japan, Iran, India, and beyond. We explore the myths of Persephone and Ostara, the psychological power of sunlight, and th...

Step into the mist and listen closely—because if you hear the Banshee’s wail, it may already be too late. In this haunting episode of Hauntings & Happenings , we unravel the legend of the Banshee , one of Ireland’s most chilling and misunderstood spirits. Is she a harbinger of death? A relic of ancient mourning traditions? Or something more—a reflection of how society has feared and silenced w...

🔮 They’re here… But what exactly are they? In this chilling episode of Hauntings and Happenings , Kasey unravels the mystery of poltergeists —one of the most terrifying and debated paranormal phenomena. Are these chaotic spirits true hauntings, manifestations of psychic energy , or just tricks of the mind? 🔥 What you’ll discover: 👻 The real meaning behind the word poltergeist and how they diffe...

Dark shadows stretch through the halls of Sweetwater Mansion, where history and hauntings intertwine. From Civil War spirits to ghostly premonitions, this eerie Alabama estate has long been whispered about in hushed tones. In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we uncover the mansion’s chilling past, explore first-hand encounters from investigators and caretakers, and dive into the psycholo...

For decades, eerie tales of a bloodthirsty creature lurking in the night have haunted Latin America and beyond. Is the Chupacabra a real-life vampire, a government experiment gone wrong, or just the product of mass hysteria? Join Hauntings and Happenings as we explore chilling eyewitness accounts, shocking livestock attacks, and the scientific theories behind one of the world’s most infamous crypt...

What if your brain convinced you that you were already dead? That your organs were missing, your body was rotting, and you no longer needed to eat, sleep, or breathe? This isn’t the plot of a horror movie—it’s the terrifying reality for those suffering from Cotard’s Syndrome , also known as Walking Corpse Syndrome . In this episode of Hauntings and Happenings , we dive deep into the eerie world of...

Welcome to Hauntings and Happenings , the podcast where we dive into eerie folklore, chilling ghost stories, and the haunted history that lingers in the shadows. In this episode, host Kasey unravels one of Virginia’s most infamous urban legends—the terrifying tale of the Bunny Man and the eerie Bunny Man Bridge. From true crime origins to supernatural encounters, we explore how this legend began,...