Dearly Departed Podcast

Dearly Departed Podcast
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Welcome to Dearly Departed, where best friends Alyssa and Kailie gather each week to swap ghost stories, explore haunted history, dive into folklore, and investigate the mysteries no one can explain. Think late-night sleepover conversations with a paranormal twist, where every case is equal parts creepy, fascinating, and fun. Grab your favorite drink, turn down the lights, and join us every Saturday for a new mystery.

  1. Aug 8

    The Unsolved Mystery of Coral Castle | Dearly Departed Podcast

    Hidden in Homestead, Florida sits one of the world's most fascinating unsolved mysteries. Coral Castle was built almost entirely by one man, Edward Leedskalnin, who somehow moved more than 1,100 tons of coral rock without any documented heavy machinery. Nearly 100 years later, no one can agree on exactly how he did it. In this episode, we explore the history of Coral Castle, Edward's life, and the theories surrounding its construction, from engineering and magnetism to extraterrestrial involvement and paranormal abilities. Was Coral Castle simply the work of an ingenious builder, or is there more to the story than meets the eye? Join us as we investigate one of Florida's most enduring mysteries. If you have any scary, paranormal or unexplained story please share them with us at thedearlydepartedpod@gmail.com Stay Spooky

  2. Aug 2

    Reading Reddit's Creepiest Paranormal Stories | Dearly Departed Podcast

    We're back! After a six-month break, we're finally returning to the mic. Before diving into this week's stories, we catch you up on where we've been, what we've been up to, and the paranormal experiences we've had since our last episode. Then it's time for Reddit After Dark as we read seven creepy Reddit stories featuring ghosts, Wendigos, Ouija boards, eerie encounters in the woods, and other unsettling paranormal experiences. Whether these stories are true or not, they definitely had us questioning what goes bump in the night. If you have any scary, paranormal or unexplained story please share them with us at thedearlydepartedpod@gmail.com Stay Spooky

  3. Feb 7

    Monster, Mass Hysteria or a Warning? | Dearly Departed Podcast

    In the late 1960s, residents of Point Pleasant, West Virginia began reporting something terrifying: a tall, winged creature with glowing red eyes stalking the night sky. The legend of Mothman was born, and it hasn’t faded since. In this episode of Dearly Departed, we explore the origins of the Mothman story, the eyewitness encounters that made headlines, and the tragedy that many believe is connected to the creature. We dig into the theories, the folklore, and the question that still lingers today: was Mothman a monster, a warning, or something else entirely? Whether you’re a skeptic or a true believer, this episode uncovers why the Mothman remains one of the most chilling paranormal legends in American history.

  4. Jan 30

    168 Years of Violence, Death, and Ghosts | Dearly Departed Podcast

    This week on Dearly Departed, Alyssa takes us inside the Missouri State Penitentiary, one of the oldest and most violent prisons in American history. From brutal inmate murders and executions to overcrowding, corruption, and cruelty, this prison earned a reputation as a place few survived unchanged. But the violence didn’t end when the prison closed. Visitors and former staff report footsteps in empty cellblocks, voices echoing through the halls, shadow figures, and a feeling that something is still watching. We explore the penitentiary’s dark past, the lives lost within its walls, and the paranormal activity that refuses to fade. Was this place ever truly empty, or did the prison keep its prisoners forever?

  5. Jan 23

    How Fear Turned Salem Against Itself | Dearly Departed Podcast

    This week, Kailie presents the haunting history of the Salem witch trials. We break down what led to the accusations, how fear spread through the town, and the devastating consequences that followed. From hysteria to power struggles, this episode explores the real story behind the trials and why Salem’s past still echoes today.

  6. Jan 10

    Real Ghost Encounters, Childhood Nightmares, and the Melonheads | Dearly Departed Podcast

    This week on Dearly Departed, Kailie shares the paranormal experiences that happened to her over the holidays. What should have been a normal season quickly became unsettling after encounters with a haunted doll and her first time using a spirit box. We talk through exactly what happened, what responses she received, and how these moments affected her in real time. From eerie timing to unsettling answers, these experiences left more questions than explanations. We also dive into the chilling legend of the Melonheads, one of the Midwest’s most disturbing urban legends. Where did the stories come from, and why do they continue to resurface decades later.

  7. 12/26/2025

    The I-4 Deadzone: Florida’s Most Cursed Highway | Dearly Departed Podcast

    This week, Alyssa takes the lead on one of Florida’s most unsettling urban legends, the I-4 Deadzone. Stretching through the heart of Central Florida, this infamous highway has earned a reputation for deadly accidents, unexplained phenomena, and an alarming number of tragedies. From chilling statistics to paranormal theories and local lore, Alyssa explores why I-4 is considered one of the most dangerous roads in America and whether there is more than bad driving at play. Is the I-4 Deadzone simply the result of poor infrastructure and heavy traffic, or is something darker influencing this road?

  8. 12/19/2025

    Smash or Pass: Cryptid Edition | Dearly Departed Podcast

    This week, we’re ditching the history and diving straight into chaos with a smash or pass cryptid edition. From famous folklore creatures to unsettling paranormal legends, we’re judging cryptids based on vibes alone. It’s unserious, unhinged, and possibly a terrible idea, but we committed anyway. Listener discretion advised.

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Welcome to Dearly Departed, where best friends Alyssa and Kailie gather each week to swap ghost stories, explore haunted history, dive into folklore, and investigate the mysteries no one can explain. Think late-night sleepover conversations with a paranormal twist, where every case is equal parts creepy, fascinating, and fun. Grab your favorite drink, turn down the lights, and join us every Saturday for a new mystery.

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  • Creator
    Dearly Departed Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Alyssa James, Kailie Yeager
  • Show Website
    Dearly Departed Podcast