Inherited Hauntings

Lindsey Callan and Nancy Callan

Inherited Hauntings is a spooky and funny podcast where a daughter/mother duo dive into haunted history, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities while making each other laugh along the way. Think chilling encounters, creepy legends, and a little comic relief to keep the nightmares manageable. If you love haunted history, ghost stories, hanging out with the girls and laughing out loud, you just inherited your new favorite show.

  1. 4d ago

    The Bell Witch: The Talking Spirit That Terrified a Family and Astonished Andrew Jackson

    We're re-releasing one of our favorite episodes, The Bell Witch, because during our recent episode on Gef the Talking Mongoose, we pointed out so many similarities between these two bizarre talking entities. If you enjoyed Gef's sarcastic personality, wait until you meet the Bell Witch. Join us as we revisit one of the most chilling and infamous paranormal legends in American history. We'll explore the terrifying experiences of the Bell family in early 1800s Tennessee, the mysterious entity that spoke, laughed, sang, and allegedly attacked members of the household, and the legend that future President Andrew Jackson visited the Bell farm to witness the strange events for himself, only to leave convinced that something beyond explanation was at work. Was the Bell Witch a vengeful spirit, an elaborate hoax, mass hysteria, or one of history's greatest unexplained mysteries? We mix the history with plenty of laughs, mother-daughter banter, and our own reactions to one of America's most enduring ghost stories. 👻 Have you experienced something you can't explain? We'd love to hear your story! 📧 InheritedHauntings@gmail.com 📱 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for photos, bonus content, and episode updates. 🛍️ Visit our Inherited Hauntings merch store to support the show and grab some spooky gear. ⭐ If you're enjoying Inherited Hauntings, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more paranormal fans discover the show and keeps the stories coming. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

  2. Jul 28

    Gef the Talking Mongoose: The Weirdest True Paranormal Story Ever Told

    Imagine you're tucked into bed... and something in the walls starts talking back. This week, Nancy tells Lindsey one of the strangest, funniest, and most bizarre paranormal stories ever documented: Gef the Talking Mongoose. From the quiet Isle of Man comes a tale of a mysterious creature that claimed it could speak, sing songs, spy on the neighbors, insult visitors, and become a beloved member of the family. Was Gef a mischievous spirit, an unusually clever animal, an elaborate hoax, or something no one has ever been able to explain? We follow the remarkable timeline of the Irving family, the investigations that brought international attention to their tiny farmhouse, and the outrageous things Gef supposedly said and did. This episode is packed with unbelievable quotes, hilarious tangents, and one of the most entertaining cases in paranormal history. 👻 Have your own strange encounter? We'd love to hear it. 📧 InheritedHauntings@gmail.com 📱 Follow Inherited Hauntings on Facebook and Instagram for photos, bonus content, polls, and episode updates. 🖤 Support the show and grab your Inherited Hauntings merch to help keep the hauntings alive. ⭐ If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more paranormal fans discover the show. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

  3. Jul 21

    Poveglia Island: Italy's Most Haunted Island | Ghost Adventures, Plague Victims & the Haunted Asylum

    Poveglia Island has been called the most haunted island on Earth... and after researching its history, it's not hard to see why. This week we're traveling to the abandoned island off of Venice, Italy, where tens of thousands of plague victims, a notorious psychiatric hospital, chilling ghost stories, and unexplained paranormal encounters have created one of the world's darkest legends. We also discuss Ghost Adventures' investigation of Poveglia, including Zak Bagans' unsettling (and funny) experience on the island, and separate documented history from enduring folklore. Could centuries of suffering leave something behind? Or is Poveglia simply a place where history feels impossible to escape? 👻 We'd love to hear your paranormal experiences! 📧 InheritedHauntings@gmail.com 📱 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for photos, bonus content, and episode updates. 🖤 Support the show and grab your Inherited Hauntings merch. ⭐ If you're enjoying the podcast, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more than you know. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

  4. Jul 14

    The Lemp Mansion: America's Most Haunted House & the Family Curse

    What if one family's unimaginable bad luck and tragedy left an entire mansion haunted for generations? In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we step inside the infamous Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, Missouri, where multiple family deaths, unexplained tragedies, and chilling ghost encounters have earned it a reputation as one of America's most haunted homes. We explore the rise and fall of the powerful Lemp brewing dynasty, the devastating events that unfolded within the mansion's walls, and the countless reports of shadow figures, phantom footsteps, disembodied voices, and spirits that guests and employees claim still roam the property today. Is the Lemp Mansion haunted by the weight of its tragic history... or are the stories proof that some families never truly leave home? Follow us on Instagram Join our Facebook community Have a paranormal story to share? Email us: Inheritedhauntings@gmail.com Shop Inherited Hauntings merchandise THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

  5. Jul 7

    The Buga Sphere & Betz Sphere: Two Mysterious Metal Orbs That Defy Explanation

    A mysterious metallic sphere appears in Colombia, igniting worldwide debate. Is the Buga Sphere evidence of advanced ancient technology, an elaborate hoax, or something science has yet to explain? In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we investigate the remarkable claims surrounding the Buga Sphere, including reported imaging results, layered construction, alleged electromagnetic anomalies, and the controversy over carbon dating. Then we rewind to one of the most enduring unexplained object mysteries in American history: Florida's Betz Sphere, the polished metal orb that reportedly rolled on its own, fascinated the U.S. Navy, and continues to puzzle investigators more than fifty years later. We'll separate documented facts from speculation, examine what skeptics and believers each have to say, and explore why these strange spheres continue to capture our imagination. Whether they're misunderstood artifacts, ingenious engineering, or simply mysteries waiting for better answers, these stories remind us that curiosity is often the first step toward discovery. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Send us your paranormal story: InheritedHauntings@gmail.com Shop our Merchandise THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

  6. Jun 30

    Haunted Beaches: The Gray Man, Sutro Baths & the Ghost Ship Valencia

    What if the most haunted places aren't abandoned houses... but the shoreline? This week we're traveling America's most haunted beaches, where restless spirits are said to wander long after the tide rolls in. We explore the mysterious Gray Man of Pawleys Island, whose appearance has reportedly warned families before devastating hurricanes. Then we head to California to uncover the tragic story of the Blue Lady at the Moss Beach Distillery, the lingering ghosts of San Francisco's Sutro Baths and Lands End, and the eerie legends surrounding one of the deadliest shipwrecks in North American history, the SS Valencia in the Graveyard of the Pacific. Are these nothing more than local legends, or are some coastlines forever marked by tragedy? Join us as we separate history from haunting... and leave the final judgment to you. Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Email us your story or feedback: InheritedHauntings@gmail.com Shop merch THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

  7. Jun 23

    Signs From Loved Ones Beyond the Grave: Visitation Dreams, Pet Visitations & After-Death Messages

    What if the people we love never truly leave us? In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore powerful stories of after-death communication, including visitation dreams, unexplained warnings, messages from deceased loved ones, and heartwarming encounters with beloved pets. We also examine the growing research by Dr. Christopher Kerr surrounding end-of-life dreams and visions, including reports from hospice patients who describe comforting visits from family members shortly before death. Whether you've experienced a vivid dream that felt more real than reality, sensed a loved one nearby, or received a sign at exactly the right moment, this episode may change how you think about what happens after we die. Have your own story? Email us at InheritedHauntings@gmail.com, follow us on Instagram and Facebook; and leave a rating and review to help more spooky friends find the show.  Check out our merch here. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

    Signs From Loved Ones Beyond the Grave: Visitation Dreams, Pet Visitations & After-Death Messages

  8. Jun 16

    The Smurl Family Haunting and The Conjuring Last Rites Explained

    The Smurl haunting is one of the most infamous paranormal cases ever investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren; a terrifying story involving violent attacks, disturbing manifestations, and a family who claimed their home was infested by something evil. In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we break down the documented experiences of Jack and Janet Smurl, explore the Warrens’ investigation as described in their book, and compare the real case to The Conjuring: Last Rites. We also give our honest thoughts on the movie: what worked, what didn’t, and how it stacks up against the actual haunting. Whether you believe the haunting was demonic, psychological, exaggerated, or something stranger, this story remains one of the darkest chapters in modern paranormal history. Listener story? Email us: InheritedHauntings@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Facebook Check out our Merch Rate and review Inherited Hauntings to help more spooky friends find the show. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.

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Inherited Hauntings is a spooky and funny podcast where a daughter/mother duo dive into haunted history, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities while making each other laugh along the way. Think chilling encounters, creepy legends, and a little comic relief to keep the nightmares manageable. If you love haunted history, ghost stories, hanging out with the girls and laughing out loud, you just inherited your new favorite show.

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  • Creator
    Lindsey Callan and Nancy Callan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Inherited Hauntings
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