Jim Harold's Campfire

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TRUE Ghost stories, hauntings, shadow people, demons, UFOs, cryptids and more! Everyday people share their personal stories of paranormal phenomena. This feed reflects the last 90 days of content, Jim Harold's Campfire has been in production since 2009 with over 700 episodes. Hosted by Jim Harold.

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Haunted Rental - Jim Harold's Campfire 755

We kick things off with a story that blurs the line between harmless mischief and something more mysterious, as everyday objects refuse to stay put and a simple holiday preparation takes an unforgettable turn. When a young child casually offers an explanation that no one saw coming, it adds an extra layer of chills to an already uncanny situation. It’s one of those stories that makes you wonder who, or what, might be sharing your space when you’re not looking. From there, the episode dives into deeply personal encounters that touch on life, loss, and what may lie just beyond our understanding, alongside eerie investigations in a place where daytime charm gives way to nighttime intensity. You’ll hear moments that feel comforting, others that feel downright unsettling, and a few that sit squarely in between. Whether it’s fleeting figures, voices in empty rooms, or experiences that defy easy explanation, these stories linger long after they’re told and might just have you listening a little more closely to the quiet around you. VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUPJoin our FREE online community at ⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠EVENTSHope to see you soon at one of Jim’s live events: https://jimharold.com/eventsYOUTUBE CHANNELBe sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠ MERCHGo to ⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠ to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKSGet all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 39m
MAR 26

Haunted In Gettysburg - Jim Harold's Campfire 754

A trip to a haunted Gettysburg inn takes a turn when a skeptic has an experience he can’t easily brush off. From there, we hear about a strange sight in the sky that resurfaces decades later in an unexpected way, and a moment where reality itself seems to glitch. The episode is chock full of stories about dreams, signs, and connections that feel too meaningful to ignore. Some are comforting, some raise more questions than answers, but all of them have that unmistakable Campfire feel where everyday people find themselves face to face with something they can’t quite explain. VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUPJoin our FREE online community at ⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠ YOUTUBE CHANNELBe sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠ JOIN JIM’S SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS CLUBYou can get access to Jim’s entire back catalog of Campfire and a TON of exclusive content with the Spooky Studio Plus Club. Go to https://⁠jimharold.com/plus⁠ and signup to support the show and get access to our MASSIVE library of content! MERCHGo to ⁠https://jimharold.com/merch to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKSGet all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 36m
MAR 19

The Ghost Monk With No Feet

A quiet walk in the woods takes a turn into something far stranger for our Campfire caller. A long-shuttered ballroom reveals ghosts of the past, a mysterious figure appears exactly when help is needed and many more incredible stories on this edition of Jim Harold’s Campfire! VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUP Join our FREE online community at ⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠ YOUTUBE CHANNEL Be sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠ JOIN JIM’S SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS CLUB You can get access to Jim’s entire back catalog of Campfire and a TON of exclusive content with the Spooky Studio Plus Club. Go to https://⁠jimharold.com/plus⁠ and signup to support the show and get access to our MASSIVE library of content! MERCH Go to ⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠ to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKS Get all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 35m
MAR 19 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

PLUS ONLY: The Haunted Home of Rest - Campfire REMASTERED No 23

Tales heard around the Campfire this time include a haunted nursing home, a down to earth’s woman otherworldly vision validated, plus both a haunted family home and boat house on this episode of Campfire! Note: There was one point I referenced a potential edit, but since I didn't do it originally sixteen years ago I decided to leave it in! -- *Originally aired April 4, 2010 -- About Jim Harold's Campfire REMASTERED Jim Harold's Campfire REMASTERED is a Plus Club exclusive series featuring classic episodes from the archive, released in chronological order. These episodes are newly enhanced using today’s audio tools for enhanced sound and a more pleasant listening experience. All external ads have been removed, so you can enjoy these timeless conversations without interruption. Plus Club members, thank you for your support and enjoy!

35 min
MAR 12

Haunted House Guest

An old family home becomes the center of a chilling mystery when multiple people see the exact same shadowy figure moving around. Perhaps a dark chapter in the house's history holds the key to understanding it. Plus, we share a collection of strange moments including a Ouija board session that yields very precise answers, a ghost tour on a historic aircraft carrier that truly delivers, and a bizarre encounter with a classic car. This episode of Campfire reminds us that the unexplained can show up when we least expect it. --VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUPJoin our FREE online community at ⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠YOUTUBE CHANNELBe sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠ JOIN JIM’S SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS CLUBYou can get access to Jim’s entire back catalog of Campfire and a TON of exclusive content with the Spooky Studio Plus Club. Go to https://⁠jimharold.com/plus⁠ and signup to support the show and get access to our MASSIVE library of content!MERCHGo to ⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠ to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKSGet all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 31m
MAR 5

Voices That Weren't There - Jim Harold's Campfire 751

It started with a creaky floorboard in an otherwise ordinary house. At first it seems like the kind of thing you would expect in a place built decades ago. But over time, the little things start to add up. Keys disappear and are never found again. A recliner moves as if someone has just gotten out of it. One early morning, a dark figure appears partially hidden in a hallway doorway. And just before the family moves out, the witness hears what sounds like two young girls having a conversation in an empty part of the house. What begins as a few odd moments slowly becomes something much harder to explain. In this episode of Jim Harold’s Campfire, listeners share a variety of experiences that range from unsettling to deeply meaningful. One caller recounts a vivid dream that feels like a genuine visit from a beloved grandmother who passed years earlier. Another family deals with strange happenings in their kitchen where everyday items seem to vanish, reappear, or move when no one is around. As always, these real-life stories from listeners remind us that the unexplained often shows up quietly, in the middle of ordinary life. Stay spooky. VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUPJoin our FREE online community at ⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠ YOUTUBE CHANNELBe sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠ JOIN JIM’S SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS CLUBYou can get access to Jim’s entire back catalog of Campfire and a TON of exclusive content with the Spooky Studio Plus Club. Go to https://⁠jimharold.com/plus⁠ and signup to support the show and get access to our MASSIVE library of content! MERCHGo to ⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠ to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKSGet all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 37m
MAR 5 · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

PLUS ONLY: The Cook Who Came Back – Campfire REMASTERED No 22

We hear about a cook who came back to his kitchen from beyond the grave, more stories of the weird plus a very special in-studio guest, my wife, telling us about a vision of Mary. Note from 2026 Jim: This was the first time Dar told her Mother Mary story on the show! -- *Originally aired March 7, 2010 -- About Jim Harold's Campfire REMASTERED Jim Harold's Campfire REMASTERED is a Plus Club exclusive series featuring classic episodes from the archive, released in chronological order. These episodes are newly enhanced using today’s audio tools for enhanced sound and a more pleasant listening experience. All external ads have been removed, so you can enjoy these timeless conversations without interruption. Plus Club members, thank you for your support and enjoy!

30 min
FEB 26

Living In A Haunted Penthouse

A haunted penthouse kicks things off, complete with strange visuals, unsettling sounds, and that creeping sense that something unseen has taken an interest. From there, we hear about a childhood encounter with what looked exactly like a parent but wasn't and a vivid dream that lined up perfectly with a family emergency miles away. These are the kinds of stories that do not just give you chills, they make you stop and think. Along the way, listeners share eerie apartment activity, a curious moment in a cemetery, an intense experience abroad, an unexplained disturbance connected to a famous rock band, and a touching sign from a beloved pet. Some of these stories are spooky, some are emotional, and all of them carry that classic Campfire mix of mystery, heart, and big question marks that linger long after the episode ends. NEWSLETTER Get Jim’s weekly free newsletter and a free Campfire ebook at the same time. Go here: ⁠https://jim-harold.kit.com/campfire-ebook⁠ VIRTUAL CAMPFIRE GROUP Join our FREE online community at ⁠⁠https://virtualcampfiregroup.com⁠⁠ EVENTS Hope to see you soon at one of Jim’s live events: ⁠https://jimharold.com/events⁠ YOUTUBE CHANNEL Be sure to subscribe to Jim’s YouTube channel at: ⁠⁠https://youtube.com/jimharold⁠⁠ J JOIN JIM’S SPOOKY STUDIO PLUS CLUB You can get access to Jim’s entire back catalog of Campfire and a TON of exclusive content with the Spooky Studio Plus Club. Go to ⁠https://⁠jimharold.com/plus⁠⁠ and signup to support the show and get access to our MASSIVE library of content! MERCH Go to ⁠⁠https://jimharold.com/merch⁠⁠ to get your Jim Harold T’s, sweatshirts, mugs, hats and more! BOOKS Get all SIX of Jim’s Campfire books here: ⁠https://jimharold.com/campfirebooks/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jim Harold's Campfire (Podcast Trailer)

True stories of the paranormal as told by real people. We don't exaggerate. We don't need to. The stories are chilling just as they are. Listen to Jim Harold's Campfire today on Apple Podcasts.

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Mar 10

dugbert

Love the 90 minute format. I hope it isn’t too much of a burden on the creative staff because the content is fantastic!! Keep up the great work, and stay spooky.
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Mar 27

SageGoddess03

I have been a listener from the start and had to take some time away, but when I came back every single episode, I have to pay for what in the world happened to this podcast. Sorry I know people gotta make money by doing this, but I’m not gonna pay for every single podcast one basically I can listen to the same story he’s telling by somebody else just in their way of telling it on a free podcast just kind of sad that I took a break and I come back, and everything has changed
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Mar 26

Buster Cherryy

Half these “stories” are just people missing loved ones and looking for any connection.. and alot of fluff. And these “subscriber only” episodes aren’t anything special or worth buying..
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Jan 9

Jules Buggington

Do you want some real life paranormal stories? Here is the podcast for you!! Sometimes spooky and creepy. Sometimes you are left asking “what?” I have been listening for years and recommend this podcast to anyone. Try it, you just might like it.

TRUE Ghost stories, hauntings, shadow people, demons, UFOs, cryptids and more! Everyday people share their personal stories of paranormal phenomena. This feed reflects the last 90 days of content, Jim Harold's Campfire has been in production since 2009 with over 700 episodes. Hosted by Jim Harold.