The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime

Michael Crutchfield

For almost a decade, The Scarecast—hosted by Michael Crutchfield—has captivated audiences with spine-tingling stories that explore the shadowy depths of real-life horror. Originally launched on YouTube as MaddMike, The Scarecast masterfully narrates true accounts of chilling encounters, from paranormal experiences to unsettling run-ins with strangers. With over a hundred episodes, The Scarecast stands out for its dedication to authentic, listener-submitted tales that leave audiences both unsettled and eager for more. Crutchfield’s storytelling prowess and commitment to sharing genuine scares have made The Scarecast a must-listen for fans of the eerie and unexplained. Get In Touch With Me: Instagram / TikTok / X : @thescarecast   YouTube / Facebook: The Scarecast Website: www.thescarecast.com Email (Send Me Stories): mike@thescarecast.com

  1. 2d ago

    EP21 - 14 TRUE Horror Stories | Paranormal Encounters, Police Officer, and Military

    Tonight’s episode dives into some of the darkest and most unsettling encounters shared by soldiers, cops, Disneyland park employees, and everyday people who came face‑to‑face with something they still can’t explain. Stories and Credits: USMC deployment curse story – Anonymous Marine on r/USMC thread “Any Horror Stories/Paranormal Experiences on Deployments?”“A Childhood Encounter I Still Can’t Explain” Posted by u/Brilliant_Bill7305 on r/Ghosts.Uber driver protecting a passenger from a dangerous date – u/travelling-lost comment on r/uberdrivers (“What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever witnessed while driving for Uber?”).Hurricane Harbor security hauntings – u/Alita-Battle-Hacker on r/sixflags (“My paranormal experiences working at Hurricane Harbor in Arizona as a security guard”).Police officer and the missing wife / suicide note case – u/Anglicanweasel on r/AskReddit thread “Cops of reddit, what is the scariest situation you've ever been in?”Basic training child‑spirit story – u/santii_715 on r/scarystories thread “To Military personnel, what is the most terrifying thing you've seen on patrol?”Russian soldier’s WWII battlefield ghosts – u/Russian-Soldier on the same r/scarystories thread “To Military personnel, what is the most terrifying thing you've seen on patrol?”Disneyland Snow White and parking garage hauntings – Instagram user @thefinalqueer, as commented on my Instagtam post (Snow White’s Scary Adventures / “little Timmy” / Matterhorn story).Airbnb little boy and woman in the nightstand – u/Silent-Composer-873 on r/Paranormal thread “What’s the most convincing experience that you’ve had?”Appalachian tall pale humanoid creature – u/ScriabinFanatic on r/Paranormal thread “People who live in Appalachian mountaines, have u ever experienced something crazy?”“Fresh” ghost in a recently vacated apartment – u/fatherbundy on r/Ghosts (“My personal experience with a ‘fresh’ ghost”).Great‑grandfather death / invisible punch story – Jackie, author of Between Failures, posting as u/BetweenFailures on r/Ghosts thread “What Made you Believe in Ghost and why? please tell.”“Charlie, the Army man” – child medium on base housing – u/Kks1013 (K. S. / K. Schaeffer) on r/Paranormal thread “Tell me the creepiest thing a child has ever said to you.”Shadow figure by the bedroom door – u/Thick-Razzmatazz2105 on r/Paranormal thread “What’s the scariest thing you’ve ever witnessed?” Go listen to my last scary story episode, EP19 - 20 TRUE Horror Stories | Haunted Houses, Creepy Things Children Have Said, and Ghostly Encounter! 📲 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next upload About The Scarecast: The Scarecast pulls you straight into the dark edges of real life. Hosted by Michael Crutchfield, it blends unsettling true stories, paranormal encounters, and mysterious passings with immersive sound design and atmospheric storytelling to make every episode feel like a late-night campfire tale you can’t turn off. From haunted locations and eerie listener submissions to cold cases and unexplained disappearances, The Scarecast is made for people who like their stories creepy, cinematic, and just a little too real. Connect With Me On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thescarecast/ Website: https://www.thescarecast.com/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    EP21 - 14 TRUE Horror Stories | Paranormal Encounters, Police Officer, and Military
  2. Jul 15

    EP20 - 5 Disturbing True Crime Cases That Are Unsolved

    Five of the most disturbing unsolved true crime cases... from a man found under bizarre circumstances in Tennessee, to a mysterious woman in an Oslo hotel with no identity, these cases continue to haunt investigators and internet sleuths alike.  In this video, we break down chilling true crime stories including Blair Adams, Jennifer Fairgate, the Dempsey family, Rey Rivera, and Buffalo Jim—each filled with unanswered questions, strange evidence, and theories that range from paranoia to possible foul play. If you’re into unsolved mysteries, creepy cases, and real-life horror stories, this is one you won’t forget. CASES COVERED [0:00] Blair Adams (Unsolved – Knoxville, Tennessee, 1996): A Canadian man fled across borders claiming someone was trying to end his life—only to be found deceased, half-naked, with thousands of dollars scattered around his body. No robbery, no clear motive, and a single unidentified hair left behind. What was he running from? [4:40] Jennifer Fairgate / Fergate (Oslo Plaza Hotel Mystery, 1995): A woman checks into a luxury hotel under a false name… and is later found deceased in a locked room with a gun in her hand, which she may not have even fired. No ID, no personal items... Who was she—and what really happened in Room 2805? [9:08] The Dempsey Family (Plant City, Florida, 2026): A horrifying modern-day case involving a mother, her two young children, and their grandmother... three generations. Despite evidence, suspicious behavior, and prior domestic disturbance calls, no arrests have been made. How is this case still unsolved?  [11:58] Rey Rivera (Belvedere Hotel, Baltimore, 2006): A filmmaker vanishes after a mysterious phone call—only to be found days later in a locked conference room after falling through a roof. The physics don’t add up... how could he have made that jump... the medical examiner ruled the case “undetermined.” Do you agree?  [20:18] Buffalo Jim Barrier (Las Vegas Mystery, 2008): A controversial Vegas figure who claimed he was being threatened said if he were ever targeted, it would be staged. Months later, he’s found deceased in a motel room under bizarre circumstances involving drugs, a missing car, and an unidentified woman. Coincidence—or something more sinister? 📲 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next upload About The Scarecast: The Scarecast pulls you straight into the dark edges of real life. Hosted by Michael Crutchfield, it blends unsettling true stories, paranormal encounters, and mysterious passings with immersive sound design and atmospheric storytelling to make every episode feel like a late-night campfire tale you can’t turn off. From haunted locations and eerie listener submissions to cold cases and unexplained disappearances, The Scarecast is made for people who like their stories creepy, cinematic, and just a little too real. Connect With Me On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thescarecast/ Website: https://www.thescarecast.com/ Send scary stories or business inquiries to mike@thescarecast.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    EP20 - 5 Disturbing True Crime Cases That Are Unsolved
  3. Jul 14

    EP19 - 20 TRUE Horror Stories | Haunted Houses, Creepy Things Children Have Said, and Ghostly Encounters

    In this episode, you will hear 20 true scary stories about haunted houses, creepy kids, glitch-in-the-Matrix moments, and ghosts that follow you home. From shadow figures in bedroom doorways to baby cries in empty apartments and a possible alien abduction on a dark highway, these listener-submitted tales will make you question what’s really lurking in the dark. Writing Credits: Ryanb789 (1), fatasswithtwokids (2), RaisinBlazer (4), Far_Cress7984 (5), gothiclg (6), Watersurf (7), kindofthebest (8), gabberchella (10), Confident_Speech_534 / Lenora (11), SystemOfAFoopa (12), Hoobi_Goobi (13), Sleepless-Tarsier / Pancake (14), QuietProtocol (15), shadow_swan234 (16), gr1nd3rzsz (17), SasaReddit31 (18), Warden_Dresden87 (19), and Heavy-Metal-Mommy (20) Video Links: Story #8 - Picture of Debbie Stone's Memorial (Disneyland) https://imgur.com/a/mKHukX0 Story #15 - Work Site Referenced https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1lrf3rw/paranormal_activity_at_my_work_this_morning_415am/?share_id=7Io-4S3WwmA06CKA54Ynx&utm_content=1&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=ioscss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1 Story #18 - The Man At The Door https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/1kyn8lh/the_man_at_the_door/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button Go listen to my last episode, EP18 - 8 TRUE Scary Stories | Disneyland, Stalkers, and Paranormal Hauntings, for more creepy tales! 📲 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next upload About The Scarecast: The Scarecast pulls you straight into the dark edges of real life. Hosted by Michael Crutchfield, it blends unsettling true stories, paranormal encounters, and mysterious passings with immersive sound design and atmospheric storytelling to make every episode feel like a late-night campfire tale you can’t turn off. From haunted locations and eerie listener submissions to cold cases and unexplained disappearances, The Scarecast is made for people who like their stories creepy, cinematic, and just a little too real. Connect With Me On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thescarecast/ Website: https://www.thescarecast.com/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    EP19 - 20 TRUE Horror Stories | Haunted Houses, Creepy Things Children Have Said, and Ghostly Encounters
  4. Jun 15

    EP14 - The Andrew Dawson Case: He Filmed a Giant… Then Disappeared

    A viral TikTok showed what looked like a giant standing on a mountain… and then the man who filmed it vanished. The Andrew Dawson giant case is one of the internet’s most chilling mysteries—and it only gets stranger the deeper you go. In April 2022, Andrew Dawson, a 34-year-old from Campbell River, British Columbia, captured a bizarre figure high on a ridge near Canoe Mountain, not far from the Jasper SkyTram. What started as a single TikTok giant on mountain clip quickly spiraled into a viral TikTok conspiracy involving alleged government encounters, black helicopters, UFO sightings, and claims of being followed. But as millions watched in real time, skeptics began pointing to more grounded explanations—telecommunication towers, helicopter logging, and misidentified structures hidden in plain sight. This case sits at a strange intersection of internet fame, perception, and pressure. Was the “giant on the mountain” ever real, or did viral attention push Andrew into something far more complicated? With discussions of a possible hoax, a government cover up, and the role of mental health and viral fame, the story of Andrew Dawson remains one of the most debated modern internet mysteries. On The Scarecast, we break down paranormal and true crime cases with research, context, and an open mind—separating what we know from what we think we saw. WATCH video version of this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xi1j5YYNr5Y&t=815s 📲 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next upload About The Scarecast: The Scarecast pulls you straight into the dark edges of real life. Hosted by Michael Crutchfield, it blends unsettling true stories, paranormal encounters, and mysterious passings with immersive sound design and atmospheric storytelling to make every episode feel like a late-night campfire tale you can’t turn off. From haunted locations and eerie listener submissions to cold cases and unexplained disappearances, The Scarecast is made for people who like their stories creepy, cinematic, and just a little too real. Make Sure To Subscribe To My Podcast for more cases and scary stories for your long drives:  Spotify (includes video): https://open.spotify.com/show/6imeikutQMImXC4kJfTZuB Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scarecast/id1071545581 All Podcast Destinations: https://linktr.ee/thescarecastpodcast Connect With Me On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescarecast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thescarecast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thescarecast/ Website: https://www.thescarecast.com/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    EP14 - The Andrew Dawson Case: He Filmed a Giant… Then Disappeared
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For almost a decade, The Scarecast—hosted by Michael Crutchfield—has captivated audiences with spine-tingling stories that explore the shadowy depths of real-life horror. Originally launched on YouTube as MaddMike, The Scarecast masterfully narrates true accounts of chilling encounters, from paranormal experiences to unsettling run-ins with strangers. With over a hundred episodes, The Scarecast stands out for its dedication to authentic, listener-submitted tales that leave audiences both unsettled and eager for more. Crutchfield’s storytelling prowess and commitment to sharing genuine scares have made The Scarecast a must-listen for fans of the eerie and unexplained. Get In Touch With Me: Instagram / TikTok / X : @thescarecast   YouTube / Facebook: The Scarecast Website: www.thescarecast.com Email (Send Me Stories): mike@thescarecast.com

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