Something Scary

Anything that is worthwhile in life typically requires lots of hard work and sacrifice. And when you are compelled to achieve, be it perfecting a skill, or protecting your family, you must be disciplined to achieve your goals. But when it becomes an obsession, you're driven by a blood lust to succeed, and nothing had better stand in your way.   First, blood thirst plagues a family Followed by prac...

We often believe the stories we are told because they comfort us. These stories can explain the mysterious, the inconceivable, even deadly disappearances. But sometimes stories are used deceptively to hide and obscure the truth. To avoid horrible realities that are staring at us right in the face. First, art so breathtaking it kills Followed by a scorned widow turns deadly Then, a hidden book fill...

Summer is a time for vacation and relaxation. The weather brings trips to the beach, summer camp, an oasis of sun and play. But the kind of heat this summer can make some people go crazy. And it’s the kind of heat that can summon the devil. First, summer camp nightmare Followed by a desperate plea from the dead Then, hide and seek gone devastatingly wrong Finally in our featured story, theatre tur...

Life is filled with pain and suffering. Thankfully there are many different ways we learn to cope. We let things roll off our backs, we toughen up and face problems head on. We can rely on good friends and family help. But when none of that works, the people who suffer in silence will enact their revenge on those who have caused them pain. And there's nothing anyone can do about it. First, there’s...

We are taught to try to ignore the little things that get on our nerves and bugs us. Like a noisy neighbor, a pesky sibling, or even a little shoo-fly. But when something really gnaws at you, and gets under your skin, you must address it. Or it could end up being the death of you. First, death from deep within, Then, a sleepover turned terrible nightmare. Followed by a neighbor's kindness that kil...

When the weather gets nice then inevitably the call to adventure will stir inside our hearts. Unfortunately, those adventures don't always turn out as we plan and suddenly you find yourself fighting for your life and begging for home. First, a demon that preys on your fear Followed by a voice so piercing it kills Then, a honeymoon becomes a horror fest Finally in our featured story, a beast that s...

Danger lurks around every corner so we do whatever we can to avoid it. Most dangers are easy to avoid if you pay attention. But it’s the malevolent unknown that you should fear the most because you never know when you might come across a devil in disguise. First, no memories of a monster Followed by hurricane ghost stories Then, the statues are watching Finally in our featured story, a most deadly...

From the dead who haunt your house, to revenge exacted on bullies who provoke, we have brought you 200 podcasts full of terrors. From dolls with wicked souls, to exorcisms on the afflicted, we have sent shivers down your spine. And here at Something Scary we can’t wait to keep giving you those chills, for another 200 episodes of horror.   First, a birthday gift turned into a death sentence Followe...

We often take our basic needs for granted. Food, water, and shelter come far too easily for many of us. So easy that we want more. More comfort, more luxury, more… everything. Left unchecked, our desire for more can drive us to do very bad things. And those very bad things can have very bad consequences all done for greed, a most deadly sin.. First, lifestyles of the dead and famous Followed by A...

Some places may just seem like a dot on a map, but all those dots are living, breathing spaces. Any entity that passes through somewhere leaves a piece of itself behind. Sometimes that energy is comforting. But other times it’s vengeful and leaves that place corrupted. So be careful and enter at your own risk.   First, the true horror story of taunting footsteps  Followed by a most deadly game The...

A parasitic person never earns or deserves the things they take. It can be as simple as physical objects or they can take the energy from the room itself. Even worse they can take the life from your very soul. So pay close attention because these Predator Parasites are always lurking where you least expect.  First, mistakenly summoning death Followed by a secret that will kill you Then, peaceful w...

In a world filled with ghosts and spirits the most frightening thing is often other humans. Be careful who you trust and remember to listen to your own intuition. Because that uneasy feeling in the pit of your stomach may be your only warning of the killers hiding in plain sight.  First, small town terrors Followed by a love worth dying for Then, a shadowy killer  Finally in our featured story, an...

Episode DescriptionOur parents and teachers try to alert us to the obvious big things that we should fear. Going where we aren't supposed to, walking down dark alleys alone, or strangers with bad intentions. These things we can avoid. But it's the little things we don't notice. Those small unexpected instances can sometimes be our salvation but more often than not it’s the little things that kill...

Deep in the jungles and waters of China, the Philippines, Japan and other parts of the Asian Pacific, lurk demons beyond the imagination. The few who survive the encounters endure horrible flashbacks and struggle to stay sane enough to tell their tales. But the one thing that remains consistent with all their stories is that absolutely no one is safe.  First, death comes at night Followed by hidde...

We have the world at our fingertips with the swipe of a finger. It makes us feel as if we know everything. It's difficult to imagine that anyone, particularly our elders have anything new to teach us. But when they tell us their stories, we would be wise to remember that their lessons often come from devastating experiences. We should always heed the advice of these hard-lived warnings from the wo...

Mexican culture has a strong connection to the dead. They have deep roots in their beliefs of the supernatural world. These beliefs have evolved over centuries of their experiences with ghosts and spirits. While these and stories from other countries can be fun stories to share, we must never forget those who have suffered to teach us these lessons. If we don't pay heed to the lessons, history wil...

The full moon is the lunar phase where the moon is round and completely illuminated. It is at the height of power, a sign of rebirth and peak of clarity. But when the moon glows brightest is when it shines a light in the darkest corners of the earth. The moon becomes a menace, waking all of the beasts that otherwise would lay dormant in the dark.  First, a game turned into a haunted reality Follow...

Our planet is over four billion years old. It’s full of refreshing, sparkling bodies of water and covered in lush rainforests. This earth literally gives us the oxygen we need to live. But as with anything, if you mistreat it, it will forsake you. Our once beloved home will show it’s evil side with deadly weather turning paradise to wasteland as earth has her day of reckoning.  First, a burial dis...

It’s obvious why people are afraid of things like spirits, ghosts, and goblins. It’s the fear of the unknown. That’s why we feel more comfortable around other human beings who live in our dimension. But when the unusual or even the evil masquerade as human beings, that is when we are really in danger, because we don’t even know we should be afraid.  First, the outsider is already home Followed by...

The Hindu new year is celebrated with bright colors, gifts, and greetings of goodwill. However that doesn’t mean that the ill intents of the unknown should be forgotten. There are many tales of demons and spirits that you should stay far away from. Remember these warnings while you celebrate, because when you forget, that is when evil loves to strike. So enjoy the new year but beware the old horro...

Witchcraft is the study and practice of magical skills and abilities. Some are gifted with a natural talent, such as being extra empathic of others’ emotions, having a heightened sense of people’s auras, or being able to see things that others cannot. Those with these aptitudes have been around for generations, most using their powers for good. But beware those with ill intent who practice wicked...

Cats are more than just our lovable pets. They bring comfort when we are down, and endless entertainment when we need it most. Many cultures revere them as magical creatures, who will bring good fortune to those who house and care for them. But if they’re not treated with the respect they deserve, they can quickly go from bringing good fortune to wreaking havoc on your life.  First, a warning from...

As human beings we often find it difficult to take responsibility for our lives. We attribute our successes or our failures to a little thing called Luck. But when you believe that everything is connected, and that karma exists, you know you are the true cause of your own good luck, or… your own very bad luck.  First, Tinder’s perfect match Followed by, a sailor trying to cheat a deadly fate Then,...

Sleep is necessary for survival, it renews and revitalizes our bodies. But when we go to sleep it’s hard to know when we are having a nightmare, or if what we are experiencing is real. We go to sleep, perchance to dream, or we go to sleep, perchance to scream. First, night terrors caught on tape Followed by good help that turns harmful Then, dreams become nightmares Finally in our featured story,...

When we inhabit a space to live, we try to do everything to make it feel like home. We choose colors and furniture that are the physical manifestation of how we want the space to feel. But we never stop to think about the life that inhabited that space before we came along. Would that space tell stories of joy or terror? What would the walls say, if walls could scream?  First, sins are revealed be...