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21/05/2023

8D Audio The Devil's Hounds | Black Dogs of British Folklore | True Scary Stories

The Devil's Hounds | British Folklore Throughout Britain, sightings of spectral black dogs are a common and deeply ingrained in British folklore. These supernatural creatures are feared and revered in equal measure, with each region having its own version of a phantom hound. In Yorkshire, the Barghest or Padfoot is said to roam, while Hertfordshire is menaced by the Leandog. Lancashire is home to The Grim, and Linconshire is haunted by the infamous 'Hairy Jack'. Even Devon is not immune with the presence of the Yeth Hound. Other counties such as Bedfordshire, Surrey, and Wiltshire have also reported sightings of black dogs. Wales and Scotland have their own unique legends of spectral hounds too. However, of all these tales, one stands out as the most terrifying and infamous - that of Black Shuck. Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Follow us on YOUTUBE Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Thanks so much all for letting us share your stories! Research Link Research Link Research Link Research Link Retelling of this Story Thanks so much for listening and we'll catch up with you again next week for some more true, scary stories. Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21/05/2023

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53 min
6 JUL

THE ROCHDALE POLTERGEIST : The Rain Fell Indoors | True Ghost Stories

In the summer of 1995, a quiet bungalow in Rochdale, England, became the center of one of Britain’s most baffling modern hauntings. Water dripped from dry ceilings, objects flew across rooms, phantom footsteps echoed in empty halls—and a family was driven from their home. Witnessed by council officials, clergy, and experienced investigators, the phenomena defied logic. Was it a poltergeist, the lingering grief of a troubled household, or something else entirely? This chilling case blends verified evidence with psychological mystery in one of the UK’s most compelling true haunting stories. OBSCURATA - Apple Spotify Amazon The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Research Links: https://manchesterarchiveplus.org.uk https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/spooky-spills-scare-family-from-home-1041955 https://mapit.kk5.org https://paranormalreview.com/rochdale-poltergeist-case-summary https://stevemera.com/case-files https://forteantimes.com/articles/2001/03/03/wet-wet-wet-rochdale-poltergeist https://northwestwaterlabs.co.uk https://ashfordwriting.com/books/the-rochdale-poltergeist https://hauntedhistories.net/rochdale https://psychictruth.info/rochdale-case-study Thanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on Wednesday. Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licence http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/;;; SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Jul

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46 min
24/06/2024

The Whistler and Other Whistling Stories | True Scary Stories

Today's episode is all about creepy, whistling stories. We have the viral Reddit story The Whistler - Thanks so much BingBong1234 for letting us share your story - and then another four more scary whistle stories. Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Follow us on YOUTUBE Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Stories: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/3xg36j/comment/cy4f6mm/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/tpoa2o/something_happened_on_a_ranch/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/cjnwr7/foggy_nights_and_whistling/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/vv30rt/my_experience_with_burning_sage https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/8lv2om/mogollan_rim Thanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on Thursday. Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licence http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24/06/2024

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31 min
18 JUN

Extra | LOCKPORT CAVE, NEW YORK | Ghosts of the Erie Canal & the Lost Tunnel | Haunted America

In this week's extra episode, we journey beneath the streets of Lockport, New York, into a half-mile hydraulic tunnel known today as the Lockport Cave. Carved by Irish immigrants and orphaned boys in the 1800s, the tunnel’s creation was marked by deadly explosions, collapsing rock, and human tragedy. Visitors have reported eerie voices, shadowy figures, unexplained laughter, and cold spots. We explore the ghostly lore that haunts its tunnels to this day. The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Stories: https://www.history.com/news/erie-canal-construction-immigrant-workers https://www.niagarafallsusa.com/blog/post/haunted-lockport-cave/ https://www.lockportcave.com/ https://www.discoverniagara.org/lockport-cave https://www.adventuresiny.com/lockport-cave-haunted-places-in-ny/ https://frightfind.com/lockport-haunted-cave-tour/ https://www.syfy.com/ghost-hunters/season-8/episode/21/the-tunnels-of-terror https://paraniagara.org/haunted-locations/western-block-lockport-ny/ https://apnews.com/article/lockport-cave-tour-boat-capsize-death-2023 https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/lockport-boat-accident-new-york-b2356931.htm Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licence http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/;;; SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Jun

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21 min
21 MAY

Extra | The Toyol of Malaysia & Singapore | Supernatural Folklore & Dark Legends

n this week’s episode, we explore one of Southeast Asia’s most unsettling supernatural figures: the Toyol. Known throughout Malaysia, Singapore, and parts of Indonesia, the Toyol is said to be the spirit of a dead child, invoked and kept by practitioners of black magic to carry out theft, mischief, or even vengeance. Often described as small, greenish or grey-skinned with sharp teeth and red eyes, this entity is bound to a master who feeds and cares for it in return for its services. But using a Toyol comes with a cost — one that often spirals into tragedy. The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Research Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyol https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2022/07/17/of-toyols-and-misunderstood-children https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:dbb5f24/UQDBBF24.pdf https://sea.mashable.com/culture/19716/the-terrifying-legend-of-the-toyol-a-child-ghost-thief-of-southeast-asia https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2022/07/16/the-toyol-a-ghostly-pawn-in-black-magic-and-folklore/18083 https://www.buzzfeed.com/jennaguillaume/malaysian-mythical-creatures https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2020/11/25/a-childs-ghost-may-haunt-you-if-you-havent-heard-of-the-toyol/ Thanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on Sunday. Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licence http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/;;; SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 May

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22 min
18 MAY

WOMAN IN WHITE: The Pontianak of Southeast Asia | Supernatural Folklore & Haunted Legends

In this week’s episode, we explore one of Southeast Asia’s most feared and enduring supernatural figures: the Pontianak. Said to be the restless spirit of a woman who died during childbirth, this ghost appears as a beautiful woman in white—until she reveals her true form. From Malaysian kampungs to Indonesian cities, her legend is woven into generations of folklore, sightings, and cautionary tales. We trace the origins of the Pontianak, her chilling appearances in modern times, and the cultural beliefs that keep her story alive. OBSCURATA - Apple Spotify Amazon The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Research Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pontianak_(folklore) https://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/08/164882/ghostly-encounter-pontianak https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg/infopedia/articles/SIP_2019-04-01_170038.html https://mythlok.com/pontianak/ https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3193535/malaysias-pontianak-ghosts-and-feminism-horror-stories https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/ghosts-are-real-malaysian-writer-believes-paranormal-sightings https://folklorethursday.com/legendary-creatures/pontianak-vampire-south-east-asia/ https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-22891380 https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2023/03/21/fear-of-the-unknown-villagers-claim-pontianak-sighted-in-kampung https://www.tiktok.com/@myghoststories/video/7203958392349560065 (for viral sightings reference) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/189172.Malay_Magic Thanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on Wednesday. Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licence http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/;;; SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 May

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29 min
7 MAY • PREMIUM ONLY

Extra | Creepy Stories from Germany

In this week's extra episode, we share 3 creepy stories from Germany. OBSCURATA - Apple Spotify Amazon The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Research Links: https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/a0hzhd/my_black_forest_encounter_searching_for_help/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/1absy7u/the_house_in_germany/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Ghoststories/comments/g6x59u/14_year_story/ Thanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again on Sunday. Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds," Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licenced under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licence http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/;;; SURVEY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 May

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20 min
8 JUL · BONUS • PREMIUM ONLY

ANGELS OF DEATH: The Poison Pact of Nagyrév

In 1929, a remote Hungarian village revealed one of the most chilling murder conspiracies in modern history. Dozens of women, led by a pipe-smoking midwife known as “Auntie Suzy,” quietly poisoned their husbands, children, and in-laws over two decades—often with the help of flypaper. The Angel Makers of Nagyrév justified their crimes as mercy… or liberation. But what started as whispers between neighbors turned into mass graves, arsenic-laced meals, and a legacy of death that shocked the world. This is the true story of how a quiet village became known as The Murder District. SURVEY Obscurata Discussed FACEBOOK GROUP The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Source Information: https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/the-angel-makers-of-nagyr%C3%A9v-and-the-truth-around-murderous-women-of-myth https://budapesttimes.hu/books/the-angel-makers/ https://www.publishersweekly.com/9780063277202 https://medium.com/@serenadaniels/deadly-women-the-angel-makers-of-nagyrév-9170bc6d7f89 Thanks so much for listening, and I'll catch up with you again on Thursday. Sarah xx

8 Jul · Bonus

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37 min
2 JUL · BONUS • PREMIUM ONLY

THE SWEET SMELL OF FEAR: The Mad Gasser of Mattoon | America’s Phantom Anesthetist

In the sweltering summer of 1944, residents of a small Illinois town awoke to a strange sweet smell—and paralyzed limbs. As more victims reported choking fumes and prowlers, fear swept through Mattoon. Was it mass hysteria, a chemical attack, or something stranger? This is the story of the Mad Gasser: a faceless phantom who stalked a town at night, left no trace, and vanished into legend—leaving only questions in his wake. SURVEY Obscurata Discussed FACEBOOK GROUP The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Source Information: https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2021/10/30/mad-gasser-mattoon-illinois-mystery/ https://www.americanhauntingsink.com/madgasser https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mad_Gasser_of_Mattoon https://atlasobscura.com/articles/column-mad-gasser-of-mattoon https://www.damninteresting.com/the-mad-gasser-of-mattoon/ https://www.library.illinois.edu/hpnl/blog/the-mad-gasser-of-mattoon/ https://shortform.com/podcast/episode/stuff-you-should-know-2024-11-28-episode-summary-live-minneapolis-the-madd-gasser-of-mattoon Thanks so much for listening, and I'll catch up with you again on Thursday. Sarah xx

2 Jul · Bonus

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45 min
1 SEPT · BONUS • PREMIUM ONLY

SEASON OF THE WITCH : Scary Witchcraft Reddit Stories

As summer wanes and the nights grow long, we turn to tales of witches, curses, and the old ways that never truly died. For centuries, harvest time has carried its own magic: charms for fields, blessings for homes, and darker stories of those who bent nature to their will. This September, we step into that threshold where folklore meets fear. From ancient curses to infamous trials, from haunted ground to witches said still to walk among us… welcome to the Season of the Witch. In this episode, we share five creepy Reddit stories. Thanks to Scarysubmit for allowing us to share your stories. The BOOK BY US A COFFEE Join Sarah's new FACEBOOK GROUP Subscribe to our PATREON EMAIL us your stories Follow us on YOUTUBE Join us on INSTAGRAM Join us on TWITTER Join us on FACEBOOK Visit our WEBSITE Stories: https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/m8l62s/my_greatgreat_grandfather_married_a_witch/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/poksfv/witches_circle/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/nf0pbt/witchlike_laughs_heard_at_night_immediately/ https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/12aino3/seeing_shades_since_beginning_to_practise https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/comments/cd1mb7/witchcraft/ Thanks so much for listening, and we'll catch up with you again tomorrow! Sarah and Tobie xx "Spacial Winds" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

1 Sept · Bonus

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20 min

The Whispering Woods Paranormal Podcast Do you like to get scared to death by real life ghost stories? The Whispering Woods is a podcast devoted to the darker side of life. Join us every Sunday as we discuss and share true, scary stories of the paranormal from ancient folklore to modern hauntings. Using immersive audio, The Whispering Woods transports listeners to another time, or even realm. Join us as we explore the unimaginable and terrifying, relaying tales of the supernatural from poltergeists to cryptids, The Hat Man to skinwalkers. Visit our website www.thewhisperingwoodspodcast.com Contact us at thewhisperingwoodspodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Step into the shadows with Obscurata, the latest podcast from The Whispering Woods Studio. Here, we unravel the darkest corners of the human experience—exploring unsolved mysteries, true crime, paranormal encounters, and tales of the occult. Obscurata dares you to question the boundaries of what we believe to be true… and what we fear may be lurking in the dark. Each episode delves into mysterious events, blending atmospheric storytelling with a touch of the unexplainable. Whether it’s an intriguing crime, a ghostly legend, or strange phenomenon, we uncover the stories that refuse to be silenced—because some have no ending. Brought to you by the creators of The Whispering Woods https://thewhisperingwoodspodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Whispering Woods is an independent podcast studio dedicated to chilling tales and creepy mysteries. From spine-tingling true crime and unsettling folklore to haunted legends and unexplained phenomena, we bring you stories that will keep you awake at night. Whether you crave ghost stories, paranormal encounters, or the darkest corners of history, step into The Whispering Woods—where every whisper has a story to tell.

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8D Audio The Devil's Hounds | Black Dogs of British Folklore | True Scary Stories

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Extra | LOCKPORT CAVE, NEW YORK | Ghosts of the Erie Canal & the Lost Tunnel | Haunted America

Extra | The Toyol of Malaysia & Singapore | Supernatural Folklore & Dark Legends

WOMAN IN WHITE: The Pontianak of Southeast Asia | Supernatural Folklore & Haunted Legends

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ANGELS OF DEATH: The Poison Pact of Nagyrév

THE SWEET SMELL OF FEAR: The Mad Gasser of Mattoon | America’s Phantom Anesthetist

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Extra | Creepy Stories from Germany

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