Dairyland Frights

John

Listen in to the spookiest tales of the Midwest told by a lifelong Wisconsinite.

  1. 6D AGO

    Strange Encounters, Haunted Colleges & Creepy Ghost Stories | Featuring Something Strange Pod

    What happens when two paranormal podcasters join forces to swap terrifying personal experiences, haunted college stories, creepy shadow figures, and chilling ghost encounters? In this eerie episode of Dairyland Frights, host John welcomes Bri and Christiana from Something Strange Pod for a conversation packed with paranormal experiences, haunted dorms, creepy folklore, and terrifying listener ghost stories. The trio dives deep into: The truth behind the infamous Amityville Horror House Haunted college campuses near Gettysburg Shadow people sightings EVP ghost hunting sessions Paranormal experiences in childhood homes Strange energy tied to ancient caves and burial grounds Wisconsin’s eerie “Second Salem” witch legends The terrifying faceless girl in the mango tree Zombie apocalypse survival debates Cryptids like Bigfoot and Mothman This episode balances creepy paranormal storytelling with hilarious chemistry, making it one of the most entertaining and chilling conversations yet. 👻 Topics Covered in This Episode Haunted houses and real paranormal encounters The legend of the Amityville Horror House Shadow people and faceless apparitions Haunted dormitories and college ghost stories EVP sessions and paranormal investigations Theories on negative energy and haunted land Cryptids and strange folklore Ghost hunting experiences Witchcraft legends in Wisconsin Scary stories rated for paranormal credibility Why some hauntings may follow people 🎙 Featured Guests Something Strange Pod Bri and Christiana host a paranormal podcast covering: Ghost stories Cryptids Strange history Haunted folklore Paranormal mysteries Weird historical events Creepy legends from around the world Their mix of humor, spooky storytelling, and genuine paranormal curiosity makes this collaboration a perfect fit for Dairyland Frights. 👀 Paranormal Highlights From This Episode The Faceless Girl in the Tree One of the creepiest stories of the episode involves a child seeing a faceless girl sitting in a mango tree — an apparition later revealed to have been witnessed by multiple family members across generations. The Haunted College Campus Bri and Christiana discuss terrifying paranormal activity at their Pennsylvania college campus, including: Shadow figures Haunted elevators Creepy dorm rooms EVP recordings Ghost sightings near old Civil War grounds The Amityville Horror Connection John shares his shocking real-life story about nearly purchasing the legendary Amityville Horror House and what former owners allegedly told him about the house’s paranormal reputation. Wisconsin’s “Second Salem” The episode explores eerie witchcraft legends tied to University of Wisconsin–Whitewater and the infamous “Witch’s Tower” said to be connected to paranormal sightings and dark folklore.   🎧 Listen Now Subscribe to Dairyland Frights on your favorite podcast platform and follow for more terrifying paranormal conversations, ghost stories, haunted history, cryptids, and Midwest mysteries. Stay spooky. 👻

    1h 1m

  2. MAY 3

    Ghost Stories & Gummies w/guest Hayley - Haunted Dolls, Paranormal Encounters & Spooky Conversations

    Welcome back to Dairyland Frights, the paranormal podcast where we explore everything spooky, mysterious, creepy, and unexplained in the Midwest and beyond. In this chilling new episode, host John welcomes special guest Hayley from Ghost Stories & Gummies for a fun, eerie, and unforgettable conversation. Hayley shares her personal paranormal encounters from mysterious knocking sounds in the night to an emotional visitation from her late grandmother. The episode dives into haunted objects, cursed dolls, spirit communication, gummies and ghost hunting, and the strange line between fear and fascination. Then things get even darker as John and Hailey count down some of the Top Haunted Dolls in the World, including infamous legends like Robert the Doll, mysterious cursed toys, haunted marionettes, and dolls said to move, whisper, or bring bad luck. If you love ghost stories, haunted dolls, paranormal investigations, creepy history, or supernatural debates between skeptics and believers, this episode is for you. 👻 In This Episode: Hayley’s terrifying first paranormal experience A comforting ghost encounter with her grandmother Gummies and ghost hunting stories Haunted dolls and cursed objects Robert the Doll explained Island of the Dolls in Mexico Paranormal skepticism vs belief Why dolls creep everyone out 🎧 Listen Now If you love podcasts about ghosts, haunted places, cryptids, cursed objects, EVP evidence, and real paranormal stories, Dairyland Frights is your new obsession.

    1h 9m

  3. APR 26

    Demons, Jinn, Haunted Objects & Wisconsin Possession Cases w/ Victoria the Demon Folklorist

    Welcome back to Dairyland Frights, the paranormal podcast covering everything creepy, spooky, mysterious, and unexplained in the Midwest and beyond. In this chilling episode, he sits down with Victoria the Demon Folklorist, for one of the most fascinating deep dives yet into demons, jinn, possession cases, haunted dolls, Ouija boards, black-eyed children, and forgotten Wisconsin exorcism stories. Victoria shares her own terrifying personal possession experience at age 19, how it inspired her academic folklore research, and why many cases people call “demons” may actually be something entirely different. She explains the shocking differences between demons vs jinn, why some hauntings follow people instead of places, and why true demonic cases may be far rarer than most believe. The conversation also explores legendary paranormal topics like Annabelle, Robert the Doll, Ouija boards, witches, Satanic Panic, Catholic exorcisms, haunted convents, and Wisconsin’s forgotten possession history. If you love paranormal investigations, folklore, religious mysteries, and intelligent supernatural debate — this episode is for you. Topics Covered in This Episode Victoria’s real-life possession experience Demon vs Jinn: What’s the difference? Can Ouija boards invite spirits? Haunted dolls: Annabelle & Robert the Doll Black-Eyed Children: aliens or demons? Wisconsin's forgotten exorcism cases Satanic Panic explained Why skeptics are important in paranormal research Can witches really curse people? How possessions may begin through trauma or vulnerability Listen Now 🎧 New episode of Dairyland Frights available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms.

    1h 8m

  4. APR 19

    Paranormal Encounters, Black Eyed Kids & Demonic Attachments w/ Spooky Girl

    ⚠️ Listener Warning This episode contains intense paranormal experiences and discussions of demonic encounters that may be disturbing to some listeners. What if your first paranormal experience wasn’t just a ghost… but something darker? In this chilling episode of Dairyland Frights, host John Radtke sits down with April from Spooky Girl 831 to dive deep into real-life encounters with the unexplained, from childhood hauntings to terrifying demonic attachments. April shares the moment that changed everything… a face-to-face encounter with a mysterious girl who wasn’t supposed to be there and the chilling aftermath that followed. 🔥 In This Episode, We Explore: 👻 A terrifying first paranormal encounter at just 13 years old 🕯️ The possibility of demonic entities disguising themselves as children ⛪ A shocking church intervention involving an “evil presence.” 🔮 The dangers of Ouija boards and opening unseen doors 🧠 Why teenage girls may be more vulnerable to paranormal attachment 👁️ Black Eyed Children encounters—what are they REALLY? 🧬 Theories: demons, aliens, or interdimensional beings 🪞 Mimics & doppelgängers—when something copies YOU ⏳ Reality glitches vs paranormal entities 😱 Highlight Moment April recounts seeing a mysterious girl in her home who gasped when noticed and vanished through a door that never moved… followed by weeks of whispers, laughter, and an eventual chilling warning from a pastor who sensed something attached to her. 🧠 Key Paranormal Themes Residual Hauntings vs Intelligent Entities Demonic Infestation vs Psychological Vulnerability Black Eyed Children Phenomenon Interdimensional & Glitch-in-Reality Theories Spiritual Protection & Cleansing Rituals 🎧 Why You Should Listen If you’ve ever questioned whether ghosts are real… If you’ve heard whispers when no one was there… Or if you’ve felt something watching you in the dark… This episode will stay with you. 📲 Follow & Connect 🎙️ Dairyland Frights – New episodes weekly 👻 Guest: April from Spooky Girl 831 (Instagram / TikTok) 📢 Share your story: You might be featured in a future episode

    1h 5m

  5. APR 12

    Witchcraft, Enchanted Plants & Paranormal Truths with Varla A. Ventura

    What if the plants around you held ancient magic… and modern medicine is just catching up? In this fascinating episode of Dairyland Frights, host John dives deep into the world of witchcraft, herbal magic, and the paranormal with acclaimed author Varla Ventura. From growing up with a practicing witch mother to writing bestselling books on enchanted plants, folklore, and the supernatural, Varla shares incredible stories that blur the line between science, magic, and mystery. 🔥 Episode Highlights 🌿 The Power of Enchanted Plants How plants like foxglove shaped modern medicine The shocking connection between herbal folklore and real medical breakthroughs 🧙‍♀️ What Is a Green Witch? Nature-based magic explained How plants are used in rituals, healing, and intention-setting 🧠 Lucid Dreaming & Psychic Beginnings Varla’s childhood experiences with dreams and spirits How early exposure shaped her paranormal worldview 👻 Are Ghosts Real? Why proof may never exist—and why that makes it more compelling The difference between belief, experience, and evidence ⚖️ The Truth About Witchcraft Breaking down myths from Salem to modern-day witches The “Threefold Law” and different philosophies in witchcraft 🪦 Forgotten Death Rituals Strange historical funeral traditions (yes… food over coffins) How modern culture has disconnected from death and grief 🌌 Key Takeaways The paranormal may never be proven—but that’s what keeps it alive Ancient plant knowledge is influencing modern medicine more than ever Witchcraft is deeply personal, intuitive, and not one-size-fits-all Our relationship with death, nature, and the unknown is evolving 🎧 Why You Should Listen If you’re into: Paranormal stories 👻 Witchcraft & occult knowledge 🔮 Herbalism & natural medicine 🌿 Deep philosophical discussions about reality …this episode is going to hook you fast.   📢 Listener Note Despite some technical issues, this episode is packed with insane value, storytelling, and insight—and Varla will absolutely be back again. 👻 Final Thought “We may never prove the paranormal… but we’ll never stop chasing it.”

    52 min

  6. APR 5

    Magic, Murder & Mystery: Inside the Mind of Author John Gaspard

    Magic, Murder & Mystery: Inside the Mind of Author John Gaspard What happens when magic meets murder? In this episode of Dairyland Frights, host John dives into a fascinating conversation with acclaimed mystery author John Gaspard, creator of the Eli Marks Mystery Series. From sleight-of-hand illusions to real-world storytelling, this episode explores how magic, mystery, and the paranormal intersect, and why sometimes the scariest things aren’t supernatural at all. 🔍 Episode Overview John Gaspard joins the show to discuss: The origins of the Eli Marks mystery series How magicians think differently, and how that shapes storytelling Writing mysteries that are both clever and fair to the audience The blurred line between illusion, deception, and belief His thoughts on ghosts, the afterlife, and unexplained experiences Behind-the-scenes insights into indie filmmaking and writing Plus… a real-life unexplained moment involving a disappearing cup of coffee that might just make skeptics think twice 👀 🎩 About the Guest – John Gaspard Author of the Eli Marks Mystery Series (10 books strong) Creator of the Como Lake Players Mystery Series Host of Behind the Page: The Eli Marks Podcast Indie filmmaker with multiple low-budget features Expert in blending magic, mystery, and humor into compelling stories His work dives into the psychology of deception, something magicians (and killers?) understand better than most. 🧠 Key Topics Covered 🎭 Magic & Mystery Writing Why magicians make perfect detectives Using real magic techniques to solve fictional crimes Crafting mysteries where the audience has all the clues 👻 Paranormal vs Skepticism Do ghosts exist? What kind of evidence would actually prove it? The psychology behind paranormal experiences ✍️ Writing Process & Storytelling Outlining vs “discovery writing.” Avoiding writer’s block Building compelling villains without revealing too much 🎬 Indie Creativity The realities of indie filmmaking vs Hollywood Why storytelling should always come from passion,  not profit 🔥 Standout Moments A skeptic’s take on ghosts that will spark debate The concept of “fair mysteries,” where readers can solve them too A real story about a vanishing coffee cup in a New York hotel ☕ Why magicians understand deception better than anyone 🎧 Listen Now If you love: Paranormal podcasts Mystery & thriller storytelling True crime with a twist Writing and creative insights 👉 This episode is for you.

    55 min

  7. MAR 29

    The Mystic Chick: Paranormal Investigations, Energy Empaths & Real Hauntings

    🎧 Episode Summary In this chilling episode of Dairyland Frights, host John dives deep into the paranormal with Loren Purcell, aka “The Mystic Chick” a psychic medium, energy empath, and paranormal investigator based in Illinois. Loren shares her origin story, beginning with a near-death experience at just two years old that opened her connection to the spirit world. From there, she developed the ability to see, feel, and interpret energy, leading her to investigate haunted homes, historic mansions, cemeteries, and more. This episode explores: The difference between ghosts, spirits, and negative entities How energy frequencies impact paranormal encounters Why some people experience hauntings—and others don’t Real-life investigations, including a 15,000 sq ft haunted mansion The terrifying truth about entities posing as spirits Why new homes can still have paranormal activity If you’ve ever wondered what’s really lurking beyond our world… this one gets creepy. 🔥 Key Topics Covered 👁️ Psychic Abilities & Energy Empaths Loren explains how being an energy empath allows her to: Sense emotional and physical pain Detect spirits and environmental energy Identify disturbances in homes and locations 🏚️ Haunted Locations & Midwest Paranormal Hotspots Loren has investigated: Historic mansions Cemeteries across Illinois The Dole Mansion in Crystal Lake Abandoned and energy-charged sites She reveals how location energy, trauma, and history create paranormal hotspots. 👻 Ghosts vs Demons vs Negative Entities One of the most intense discussions of the episode: Ghosts = human spirits, often tied to trauma or unfinished business Negative entities (demons) = never human, feed on emotional pain Residual hauntings = energy loops replaying events Loren warns that some entities can disguise themselves as innocent spirits to gain trust. ⚠️ The Danger of Negative Energy Loren explains how: Trauma, grief, and stress lower your “frequency.” Certain environments attract negative entities Vulnerability can lead to attachment or influence She also reveals why buying a home during emotional turmoil can lead to dangerous outcomes. 🏡 Real Case: The Haunted Mansion A shocking case involving: A massive historic mansion Paranormal sightings throughout the home Emotional chaos between homeowners Hidden trauma embedded in the property Loren uncovers both spiritual AND environmental causes, proving not all hauntings are what they seem. 🧠 Paranormal vs Psychological Loren (with a background in psychology) discusses: When paranormal experiences may be mental health-related How to distinguish real hauntings from internal struggles The importance of approaching cases responsibly 💀 Standout Moments A ghost story involving a tragic death, seeking justice A terrifying case of a negative entity posing as a child spirit Why cemeteries aren’t always haunted—and homes sometimes are The truth about sleep paralysis and paranormal overlap 🔑 Takeaways Everything is energy, and your frequency matters Not all hauntings are ghosts Vulnerability can open doors to the unknown The paranormal world is far more complex than we think 🔗 Connect with The Mystic Chick 🌐 Website: mysticchick.net 🎙️ About Dairyland Frights Dairyland Frights explores the darkest corners of the Midwest and beyond—featuring real ghost stories, haunted locations, cryptids, and paranormal investigations.

    51 min

  8. MAR 22

    Unlocking the Paranormal with Keri – Ghosts, Alien Abductions & Haunted Iowa Location

    In this chilling episode of Dairyland Frights, we welcome paranormal researcher Keri from Unlocking the Paranormal for a deep dive into eerie encounters, haunted locations, and unexplained phenomena. From childhood fascinations with the paranormal to real-life ghostly encounters, Keri shares what first pulled her into the mysterious world of the supernatural. Together, John and Keri explore everything from sleep paralysis experiences and mimic spirits to alien abduction stories and haunted locations across the Midwest. The episode also investigates one of Iowa’s most intriguing haunted locations, the Mason House Inn, a historic bed-and-breakfast dating back to 1846 with a long history of ghost sightings, unexplained noises, and spirits that reportedly interact with guests. If you love ghost stories, paranormal investigations, haunted history, and UFO mysteries, this episode is packed with spine-tingling conversations you won’t want to miss. So dim the lights, grab your headphones, and prepare for another journey into the unexplained. And remember… Stay spooky. 🎙 Episode Highlights 👻 Keri’s lifelong fascination with the paranormal 👻 Childhood experiences that sparked her curiosity about ghosts 👻 Sleep paralysis and unexplained nighttime encounters 👻 A mysterious mimic voice phenomenon heard inside her home 👻 The dangers of bringing paranormal energy home after investigations 👻 The haunted Mason House Inn in Bentonsport, Iowa 👻 Spirits known to haunt the historic inn 👻 Stories of guests experiencing physical interactions with unseen forces 👻 The mysterious “floating head” apparition seen by visitors 👻 Haunted locations in Iowa that paranormal researchers want to investigate 👻 Why alien abduction stories continue to fascinate investigators 👻 Whether extraterrestrials are observing or studying humanity 👻 Featured Guest Keri – Unlocking the Paranormal Keri hosts the podcast Unlocking the Paranormal, where she explores mysterious cases involving: Alien abductions Paranormal encounters Ghost stories UFO sightings Unexplained phenomena Her research dives deep into the stories behind paranormal events and the people who experience them. 🏚 Haunted Location Discussed Mason House Inn – Bentonsport, Iowa Built in 1846, the Mason House Inn served as a lodging stop for steamboat travelers and later functioned as a hospital during the Civil War. Over the years, it has developed a reputation as one of the most haunted locations in Iowa. Reported paranormal activity includes: Apparitions appearing in hallways and mirrors Unexplained footsteps in empty rooms Guests feel their clothing tugged while sleeping Objects moving on their own A ghost believed to rearrange décor when renovations occur Visitors can still stay overnight and even participate in ghost hunts inside the inn. Unlocking the paranormal 👽 Paranormal Topics Covered Ghost Encounters Sleep Paralysis Phenomena Mimic Spirits Alien Abduction Stories Haunted Locations in Iowa Paranormal Investigations Midwest Ghost Lore 🎧 Listen If You Love Ghost stories Haunted locations Paranormal investigations UFO encounters Alien abduction mysteries Midwest haunted history Supernatural podcasts 🔗 Follow Keri – Unlocking the Paranormal 🎧 Podcast: Unlocking the Paranormal 📱 TikTok: Unlocking the Paranormal Instagram: Unlocking the Paranormal

    56 min
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Listen in to the spookiest tales of the Midwest told by a lifelong Wisconsinite.

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  • Creator
    John
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    106
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Dairyland Frights

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