Amigos, Afraid!

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Your weekly AA meeting for all things paranormal, obscure, and unexplained. Join best friends Brian and Jerry every Thursday as they talk about dark history, urban legends, cryptids, and weird internet mysteries. A gay, a straight, and way too many niche interests. Amigos, what haunted you this week?

  1. 2d ago

    62. Haunted Hikes: Anza-Borrego Sandman & Black Star Canyon

    HAPPY OCTOBER!!! We both ended up researching infamous Southern California hiking trails this week. Jerry kicks off in the desert with the legend of the Anza-Borrego Sandman—a towering Bigfoot-like cryptid said to have stalked the desert wash for over a century. Then, Brian heads over to Orange County's infamous Black Star Canyon. Beyond its tragic historical background and the 1899 murder of James Gregg, we dive into bizarre reports of local gnomes, shadow figures, and notoriously aggressive landowners warning hikers away. Amigos, what haunted you this week? 🔗 Full episode sources, links, and show notes available at amigosafraid.com

  2. Sep 24

    61. San Gabriel Valley Spirits: Spadra Cemetery and the Suicide Bridge

    This week, we're taking a haunt through our own backyard in the San Gabriel Valley! First, Brian uncovers the forgotten history of Spadra—a ghost town swallowed up by Pomona—and its terrifying Spadra Cemetery. We dive into the legacy of founder Uncle Billy Rubottom, land baron Louis Phillips, active spirits haunting the grounds, and the dark tale of a man named James who attempted to poison his entire family. (Also I know I said Town in the episode when talking about the freeway exit, I realized its actually Temple on my way to work the next morning don't kill me pls) Then, Jerry heads over to Pasadena to explore the infamous Colorado Street Bridge. Known ominously as the "Suicide Bridge," we break down its tragic history and the ghostly figures reported wandering both above the arches and down in the canyon below. Amigos, what haunted you this week? ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of suicide and mental health struggles starting around the Colorado Street Bridge segment. If you or someone you know is struggling, please know you are not alone. Support is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US) or visiting 988lifeline.org. International resources can be found at findahelpline.com. 🔗 Full episode sources, links, and show notes available at amigosafraid.com

  3. Sep 17

    60. Markers and Mist: Mt. Everest Part 2 & The Green Mist of Carbon Canyon

    Jerry is back from his sick leave, which means Part 2 of our Mt. Everest deep dive is officially here! Jerry takes us back up the world's most treacherous peak to examine the tragic 1996 disaster, focusing on expedition leaders Rob Hall and Scott Fischer, the fatal storm, and the chilling lore hidden in the death zone. Then, Brian stays local to explore Carbon Canyon in Chino Hills. This week he dives into the eerie legends of the mysterious Green Mist, reported cult activity, and weird phenomena lurking in the canyon. Amigos, what haunted you this week? Full source list on AmigosAfraid.com!

  4. Sep 10

    59. Reading Reddit: Cult Hikes and Mimics on the Ring Camera

    Jerry is out sick this week, so Brian is taking the mic solo! With Part 2 of our Mt. Everest deep dive temporarily on the backburner until Jerry recovers, Brian dives into the dark side of Reddit with two unsettling encounters from r/nosleep. First up: a terrifying hike through the Los Angeles hills that leads straight into an active cult's territory. Then, a chilling Ring camera incident where a girl watches a perfect copy of herself standing on her front porch while she's safe inside... is it a mimic, a doppelgänger, or something worse? Amigos, what haunted you this week? 🔗 Full episode sources, links, and show notes available at amigosafraid.com

  5. Sep 3

    58. Mountain Myths: The Moon-Eyed People & Mt. Everest (Part 1)

    From pale mountain legends to the world's deadliest peak! Brian breaks down the mysterious Moon-Eyed People of the Appalachian Mountains. Then Jerry starts Part 1 of his deep dive on Mt. Everest, uncovering the extreme hazards and the first climbers lost to the mountain. What haunted you this week? Full resource list on AmigosAfraid.com!

  6. Aug 27

    57: Felines & Fangs: Black Cat Lore & The Beast of Gévaudan

    Halloween is right around the corner... and we're all in! This week's AA meeting is all about animals! Jerry talks about the lore behind black cat superstitions. Did you know that the Pope was involved?! And the Inquisition?! Meanwhile, Brian reminisces on his love for Teen Wolf and talks about a creature from the show that existed in real life and terrorized France for years: The Beast of Gévaudan. Amigos, what haunted you this week? Full source list on AmigosAfraid.com!

  7. Aug 20

    56. Brujas & Beheadings: La Bruja de Monterrey & The Headless Horseman

    This week on Amigos, Afraid!, we're tackling legendary figures from two distinct corners of folklore. Brian travels to Mexico to break down the chilling sightings of La Bruja de Monterrey—a mysterious flying witch that has terrified local residents. Then, Jerry explores the dark origins of The Headless Horseman, the infamous ghostly rider haunting the roads of Sleepy Hollow. Amigos, what haunted you this week? Full sources available at amigosafraid.com

  8. Aug 13

    55. CURSE WEEK: The Ghosts of Griffith Park & El Demonio Negro

    This week we're keeping our AA meeting in the west coast. Jerry explains the possible curse inflicted upon the line of owners of Los Angeles's Griffith Park and the many ghosts that haunt the area. Brian crosses the border to teach us all about an infamous Mexican Cryptid called El Demonio Negro - a 50 foot black shark hiding somewhere in the California Gulf. Amigos, what haunted you this week? Full sources on our website AmigosAfraid.com

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Your weekly AA meeting for all things paranormal, obscure, and unexplained. Join best friends Brian and Jerry every Thursday as they talk about dark history, urban legends, cryptids, and weird internet mysteries. A gay, a straight, and way too many niche interests. Amigos, what haunted you this week?

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  • Creator
    TheDailyBJ Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © TheDailyBJ Podcasts
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