Haunts

Courtney Hayes
Haunts

Haunts is a paranormal podcast dedicated to telling you the true stories behind the world’s most haunting legends. Join your spirited host, Courtney, for a deep dive into the fascinating field of paranormal research, while she sheds light onto the true events behind the lore! Each episode of Haunts is dedicated to dissecting the most debated theories, events, and legends of the paranormal. As a seasoned paranormal researcher, Courtney investigates each haunt with a fine tooth comb, bringing only the hard hitting facts the table. She dives into various theories of parapsychology and discusses the science behind the so-called unexplained. But that’s not all! While Courtney is a firm believer in the paranormal, she’s also a natural (yet hopeful) skeptic with a curious mind. This dichotomy paves the way for an objective approach to each haunt she covers—allowing the listener to make the final call: is it a hoax or could it truly be a haunt? For more information, visit our website at www.hauntscast.com or follow us on social media @hauntscast.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    The Red Lady of the Drake Hotel

    Let's ring in the New Year at the Drake Hotel.... Check out Becky's photo - https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/chicago-drake-hotel Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay Back by popular demand, my Hauntscast friend, Hannah, joins us for a chilling New Year’s tale! We’re diving into the glamorous yet haunting history of Chicago’s iconic Drake Hotel. On its glittering opening night in 1920, tragedy struck—a jilted bride met a heartbreaking end, and her spirit, the Lady in Red, is said to linger to this day. From high-society parties to ghostly sightings, this story blends glitz, gloom, and Shining vibes in a way you won’t forget. Join us as we explore the Drake’s eerie past, its lingering hauntings, and the mysterious photo that may reveal the truth.

    29 min

  2. 12/24/2024

    A Nightmare Before Christmas

    Jump in bed, cover your head, and pray to St. Nick himself that Santa Clause is the only thing coming to visit on this, the night before Christmas... Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay The Christmas season may be full of joy and cheer, but it also harbors a darker side that’s hard to ignore. In this chilling finale to our December series, Courtney delves into the eerie legends that cast a shadow over the holidays, from the sinister Père Fouettard of France to Belsnickel, the twisted counterpart of St. Nick. Explore the unsettling tales of these holiday anti-heroes, who embody the tension between good behavior and grim consequences. As we reflect on the eerie origins of these myths, we uncover why the season of light also holds space for the dark. Tune in for a hauntingly festive journey through the nightmares before Christmas—you won’t look at holiday traditions the same way again.

    13 min

  3. 12/16/2024

    Wassailing with the Mari Lwyd

    Carolers aren’t the only ones known to come knocking... Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay Caroling may seem like the quintessential Christmas tradition—bundling up, spreading cheer, and singing loud for all to hear. But what if there’s more to this festive pastime than meets the ear? In this episode of Haunts, we unwrap the eerie origins of wassailing, a 6th-century custom designed to ward off winter’s darkness and despair. From spectral warnings of inviting the wrong "guests" into your home to the peculiar Welsh tradition of the Mari Lwyd—a ghostly gray mare demanding entry through song—we explore how this cheerful tradition has its share of chilling twists. Join host Courtney as we delve into the haunted history of holiday merriment and discover why Christmas isn’t just the season of joy—but also a time when the uninvited may come knocking.

    12 min

  4. 12/09/2024

    The Grýla and Her Festive Friends

    At least for the children of Iceland, it’s the Grýla who puts the dead in the dead of winter.  Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay While Krampus has long reigned as the Christmas cryptid king, host Courtney Hayes turns the spotlight on a lesser-known yet equally terrifying figure: Gryla, the Icelandic ogress who hunts misbehaving children during the dead of winter. From her band of mischievous Yule Lads to her fearsome feline companion, the Yule Cat, discover how Gryla’s chilling tale weaves together ancient traditions, cultural superstitions, and a unique spin on holiday scares. Perfect for fans of ghost stories and folklore, Haunts dives into the shadowy corners of midwinter, where the line between festive cheer and frightful lore begins to blur. Stay tuned for more stories that will have you keeping the lights on this holiday season.

    12 min

  5. 12/02/2024

    The Legend of Krampus

    The Christmas season isn’t exactly as cheery as we all make it out to be...  Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay Winter has arrived in our sleepy Montana town, blanketing the festive season with a layer of mystery and darkness. In this episode of Haunts, host Courtney explores the chilling folklore behind one of Christmas’s most sinister figures: Krampus. From his devilish origins in pre-Christian pagan traditions to his unsettling partnership with Saint Nicholas, discover how this fearsome creature became the dark counterpart to the holiday cheer. Why does Krampus haunt the season of light? How did he evolve into a cautionary legend for misbehaving children? And what does his tale reveal about the shadows lurking in our winter traditions? Tune in for a spine-tingling journey into the darker side of the Yuletide.

    12 min

  6. 11/25/2024

    Fudge Road Bridge

    Maybe the real problem comes when we choose to ignore our own manners... Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay In this episode of Haunts, host Courtney explores the eerie tales surrounding the infamous Fudge Road Bridge in West Alexandria, Ohio. From the chilling legend of a mother’s ghostly cries to whispers of demonic rituals lurking beneath its trusses, the bridge holds secrets both fantastical and unsettling. But as the stories unravel, Courtney examines a darker reality—how unchecked curiosity and sensationalism can overshadow the truth, leaving real consequences for those living in the shadow of our most haunted places. Are the ghosts we chase worth the damage we leave behind? Tune in for a thought-provoking journey into the myths, mysteries, and morality of one of Ohio's spookiest spots.

    11 min

  7. 11/18/2024

    Haints of the Holy City

    Maybe we'd all be a bit better off if we anointed our homes in Haint Blue... Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay Step into Charleston, South Carolina—a city of southern charm, rich history, and spirits that linger long after dark. In this episode, host Courtney revisits her childhood roots, embarking on a historic tour of the "Holy City" that takes a chilling turn down Logan Street, one of the most haunted roads in the country. From forgotten graveyards to ghostly apparitions, discover the eerie tales of haints and haunts that define Charleston's spectral lore. Explore the difference between haints, rooted in Gullah culture and hoodoo traditions, and more familiar ghostly entities. Uncover the spine-tingling stories of restless spirits like the silent figure at 12 Glebe Street, the Green Light Phantom of the Citadel, and Reverend Thomas Smyth, who still lingers at the Second Presbyterian Church. Are these tales echoes of the past or merely legends spun from imagination? Tune in to explore the ghostly history of Charleston and decide for yourself.

    16 min

  8. 11/11/2024

    The Donner Party and the Ghost of Tamsen Donner

    Here's some food for thought... Let's keep in touch!Check out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below-- Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay In this episode, Courtney unpacks the harrowing tale of the Donner Party, tracing their ill-fated journey through the infamous Hastings Cutoff. From Lansford Hastings' reckless ambitions to the deadly snows of Donner Pass, explore the gruesome realities and the enduring hauntings tied to one of America's darkest chapters. Tune in for a spine-tingling exploration of human endurance, despair, and the ghosts that linger in their wake.

    26 min
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4.9
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29 Ratings

About

Haunts is a paranormal podcast dedicated to telling you the true stories behind the world’s most haunting legends. Join your spirited host, Courtney, for a deep dive into the fascinating field of paranormal research, while she sheds light onto the true events behind the lore! Each episode of Haunts is dedicated to dissecting the most debated theories, events, and legends of the paranormal. As a seasoned paranormal researcher, Courtney investigates each haunt with a fine tooth comb, bringing only the hard hitting facts the table. She dives into various theories of parapsychology and discusses the science behind the so-called unexplained. But that’s not all! While Courtney is a firm believer in the paranormal, she’s also a natural (yet hopeful) skeptic with a curious mind. This dichotomy paves the way for an objective approach to each haunt she covers—allowing the listener to make the final call: is it a hoax or could it truly be a haunt? For more information, visit our website at www.hauntscast.com or follow us on social media @hauntscast.

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  • Creator
    Courtney Hayes
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Haunts

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