Hometown Ghost Stories

Deep in the hills of West Virginia a forgotten amusement park sits rotting among the weeds and the dead don’t seem ready to leave. Before it ever hosted rides and games, the land at Lake Shawnee was soaked in blood. Massacres, drownings, tragic accidents and something darker buried just beneath the surface. This week, we dive into the chilling history and hauntings of one of America's most cursed...

Rob, Dave and special guest Matthew Leslie review the brand new horror movie, Sinners! This movie is brand new, so we must warn you... LOTS OF SPOILERS! Also, apparently this movie is really good, so you have been warned... you should go see it then listen to this review. Or if you like having things spoiled, carry on! Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their home...

This week, we dig through the newspaper archives to find historic true tales of hauntings, strange crimes and more. For this batch, we dive into ghost stories, graveyard monkeys and the tale of the breakfast axe... Join us as we hop into some more haunted headlines! Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Seth Wilkins https://open.spot...

It's time for a brand new paranormal update! This week we bring you updates on the paranormal from all around the world including an incredible photo of a ghost inside an old hospital in England, updates on the Aaron Goodwin saga, a haunted mansion for sale and much more. Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins https://open.spotify.com/alb...

Located on the east rim of Canyon Diablo sits the ruins of an abandoned ghost town. The graffiti covered bones of the old buildings might appear to be all that remains of Two Guns Arizona, but according to the locals, there may be something more. Legend has it, there may be something evil lurking beneath the surface… in a cave that runs beneath the town where an Apache tribe was slaughtered nearly...

SPOILERS! We reviewed this movie and we suggest you watch it if you haven't seen it because there's a pretty wild twist. Also, tell us if you think there has ever been a bigger twist in horror Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Seth Wilkins https://open.spotify.com/album/5yacgac20GQsymq2nsVmPr?si=5skhjOFyQMqGvE58rAre-Q MERCH:  htt...

Des Moines, Iowa may seem quiet, but its history is laced with dark chapters that still echo today. In the 1800s, the city was home to brutal frontier justice, unsolved murders, and a network of underground tunnels used for smuggling and Prohibition-era crime. From the hauntings of the Drake University Observatory, to sightings of the ghost of a nun, and the tragic tale of Eda at the Jordan House...

In 1997, Tate Rowland, a teen in Childress, Texas, was found hanged, and it was quickly ruled a s****de — but a lot of people, especially his sister Tiffani Rowland, didn’t believe it. She was vocal about it, saying Tate was murdered and hinting at ties to a satanic cult rumored to be operating in the area. The whole thing got even darker when Tiffani herself was later found dead under mysterious...

In a quiet Appalachian town in 1897, a young woman named Zona Heaster Shue was found dead under mysterious circumstances. Her husband’s strange behavior and a rushed burial left lingering doubts in the quiet mountain town. Zona’s mother, haunted by visions of her daughter’s ghost, became convinced her death was no accident. What followed was one of the strangest murder investigations in American h...

 (SPOILERS... who cares) This week, we review the very low budget horror movie... Amityville in Space.. yes. It's about the infamous Amityville house from the Amityville horror story... but it's now in space. Join us as we attempt to review this delightful film Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Kashar https://open.spotify.com/alb...

It's time to search the internet or some more haunted items! On this episode, we'll break down each haunted item for sale, give it's back story and perhaps even place a couple bids if we think it's authentic. From haunted dolls, to dybbuk boxes and more... who knows what we'll find. Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Seth Wilkins...

Paranormal update this month is a little different as we spend the episode talking about all aspects of the Aaron Goodwin situation. For those of you who don't know Aaron Goodwin has been a member of Ghost Adventures since the beginning. It was discovered recently that his wife was trying to hire a hitman to take him out and there's even more twisted and wild turns in this story. Become a supporte...

Cripple creek Colorado started out as a gold rush boom town in the late 1800’s. Over the years it saw its share of violence, shootouts, riots and fires. Economic turbulence lead to Cripple creek effectively becoming a ghost town for many years before the legislation of legal gambling breathed life back into it in the 1990’s. Now the town is once again bustling, but its brutal history has lead to m...

(SPOILERS) This week we review not one, but 2 movies! The original Texas Chainsaw Massacre vs the 2003 version. Which version was superior? The original or the remake?? Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Kashar https://open.spotify.com/album/5yacgac20GQsymq2nsVmPr?si=5skhjOFyQMqGvE58rAre-Q MERCH:  https://hometownghoststories.com...

Wotton-under-Edge, a medieval market town in Gloucestershire, has seen centuries of bloodshed, plague, and war. But its most infamous site? The  Ancient Ram Inn , a 12th-century former priest’s house built on a pagan burial ground. It sits on ley lines connected to Stonehenge, drawing dark energy. With a history of child sacrifice, witchcraft, and alleged demonic activity, it’s been called England...

Introducing Southern Gothic! Southern Gothic is a podcast that explores the history behind some of the American South’s darkest days, greatest mysteries and most chilling ghost stories. Step into the world of the unknown and unravel the dark history, and infamous legends of the American South. Join us as we journey into the heart of this rich and fascinating region, uncovering its ghostly stories,...

Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Helena Bonham Carter, Vanessa Hudgens, Daniel Stern and others have all had their own haunting experiences! Join us as we delve into these strange stories... Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Seth Wilkins https://open.spotify.com/album/5yacgac20GQsymq2nsVmPr?si=5skhjOFyQMqGvE58rAre-Q MERCH:  https://ho...

In Trondheim, Norway, the past isn't just remembered it's alive, restless, and constantly whispering back. From Kristiansten Fortress, haunted by shadowy soldiers and lingering screams, to Munkholmen, where spectral monks chant prayers to no one, this city is filled with hauntings. Yet nothing compares to Nidaros Cathedral, home to the infamous Bloody Monk, whose glowing eyes and grisly wound warn...

SPOILERS - We reviewed Arcadian starring Nicholas Cage and we all thought the monsters were really scary... Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Seth Wilkins https://open.spotify.com/album/5yacgac20GQsymq2nsVmPr?si=5skhjOFyQMqGvE58rAre-Q MERCH:  https://hometownghoststories.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Kennebunk and Kennebunkport might look like your typical charming coastal towns, but they’ve got more than their fair share of ghosts. The Isidor wrecked offshore in 1842, and some say the ship is still patrolling the shores of Maine. The Wedding Cake House isn’t just weird-looking—it’s got its own share of ghost stories. And if you’re staying at the Kennebunk Inn, don’t be surprised if you hear v...

 (SPOILERS) We reviewed the second installment of the Final Destination franchise and we disagreed on some things... Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Music by Jesse Wilkins and Seth Wilkins https://open.spotify.com/album/5yacgac20GQsymq2nsVmPr?si=5skhjOFyQMqGvE58rAre-Q MERCH:  https://hometownghoststories.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Fall River, Massachusetts has quite a dark history, with its most infamous tale being the 1892 axe murders at the Borden house. Lizzie Borden was accused, but acquitted of brutally killing her father and stepmother, and it seems that their ghosts have stuck around long enough to attract visitors from all over the world to the scene of the crime. But what many don't realize is that the trail of dea...

Welcome to a brand new paranormal update! This time we cover some breaking news about Jack the Ripper. We also cover a viral video of a potential ghostly encounter with a baby and a very odd story about alien abduction. MERCH: http://hometownghoststories.com Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststories Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/cJHjX3B6qX Join this channel...

Baltimore—gritty, historic, and just the right amount of haunted. Tonight we'll dive into the history of Fort McHenry, the birthplace of the national anthem, which also has its share of spectral soldiers still standing watch. Edgar Allan Poe, the city’s most famous literary ghost, is said to roam near his gravesite, perhaps still brooding over his mysterious death. And if you’re looking for a real...

***SPOILERS*** This week, we review the 2024 horror movie, Heretic! This was a highly requested controversial movie. WHAT WAS THAT ENDING?! Find out what we thought as we cover one of the most talked about horror movies of 2024. Two young religious women are drawn into a game of cat-and-mouse in the house of a strange man. Become a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/hometownghoststorie...