True Scary Story

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True scary stories shared by those who experienced them. These are real-life horror stories about strange and unexplained paranormal encounters.

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Haunted Campgrounds: What Lurks in the Dark Woods? [Plus Replying to Comments]

In this true creepy story, we hear about the campgrounds that Jacob's family inherited. A place that was made to unplug and relax soon turned into a grounds where the unexplained lingers. Experiences regarding mimics (and potential doppelgängers) from out in the dark woods. Also in this episode, I go through the comments left for us from our last story. Thank you all for your replies and comments. It really means a lot. Episode edited and sound designed by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound. Additional production by me, Edwin Covarrubias and the Scary FM team. Send your story at TrueScaryStory.com and you can find me on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov

39 min
12/17/2025

The Curse in the Flowerpot: A Dark Childhood Discovery

In this true scary story, we look back on a childhood shaped by fear, family secrets, and an unsettling presence tied to Crystal's great-grandmother. From disturbing discoveries in a backyard to strange dreams (that felt more like warnings) this story explores how the past lingers and how some people may be born more sensitive to what’s unseen. I really hope you enjoy this deeply personal account of generational darkness and unexplainable intuition. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel from VW Sound Get in touch to share your story through TrueScaryStory.com

40 min
12/10/2025

The Boy in the Dream: A Story of a Shared Nightmare

Today we'll hear from Jasmine and Erika. The events starts with childhood sleep paralysis that escalates into visions, voices, and a dark figure. It is believed that it followed her into adulthood. But when a child begins seeing the same presence, and even her neighbors report identical sightings, we realize that this haunting may be far more real (and more dangerous) than previously imagined. Find Edwin on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook as @edwincov Have a story to tell? Go to TrueScaryStory.com and fill out the form. Want paranormal mysteries sent to your inbox? Go to https://bio.scary.fm/join More shows from me are on ScaryFM.com Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound TrueScaryStory.com

56 min
12/03/2025

Dark Reflections: The True Story of a Haunted Mirror

A true scary story about Karina's home being affected by an object left behind by previous owners: a haunted mirror. After witnessing strange occurrences around the house that appear to get worse as time passes, there is one event, the potential possession of a family member, that pushes them to take matters into their own hands by rituals that have been passed down by generations. Images provided by Karina: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/0t8uz0olzb5dxgv68l9u8/AAyhiC1Aq6lQ1krgxb4sN00?rlkey=11t3zfmcjuk31549v0g1mmb8v&st=idhmu1mb&dl=0 Have a story? Go to TrueScaryStory.com Want to get eerie stories via email? https://bio.scary.fm Find Edwin on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook as @edwincov

27 min
11/26/2025

Haunted in Mumbai: Our Family's Ghost Stories

In tonight's true scary story, we hear from Sarika. Where from childhood bedrooms to relatives’ homes and her current house, she has never lived anywhere truly alone. Apparitions, whispers, phantom footsteps, and a life-saving voice have shaped her entire life. In this episode, she recounts decades of unexplained experiences shared with multiple witnesses, forming a haunting pattern she can no longer ignore. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel from VW Sound Get in touch to share your story through TrueScaryStory.com

20 min
11/20/2025

Safe Secrets: A Haunting in San Antonio

In this true scary story, when a family moves into a home in San Antonio, they don’t expect their past experiences with the paranormal to follow them, let alone escalate. But after discovering a hidden safe beneath the floor and witnessing strange behavior from their dog, subtle disturbances turn into undeniable encounters. Backed by real CCTV recordings and a lifetime of unexplained experiences, this episode explores a haunting that seemed to grow bolder over time… and the surprising moment everything stopped. You can get these ad-free through ScaryPlus.com free for 14 days, then 4.99 per month. Cancel anytime. You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Editing and sound design by Sarah Vorhees Wendel from VW Sound Get in touch to share your story through TrueScaryStory.com

27 min
11/13/2025

Dead End Apartments (Extended Version)

In this true scary story, we are revisiting out Dead End Apartments episode, where Haley moves into a newly renovated apartment at the edge of town, hoping to build independence. But strange noises, eerie dreams, and a growing sense of dread start to unravel. This is the article I mentioned in the introduction of this episode: https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2004/03/31/remains-identified-norman-woman-police-tattoos-determine-body-found-year-reported-missing-september/61996216007/ You can find Edwin on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram as @edwincov Get our free newsletter over on https://bio.scary.fm/ Edited and sound designed by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

29 min
10/29/2025

Unexpected Guests: A Haunting at an Old Oregon Hotel

In this true scary story, Andreea tells us about a romantic trip to the Oregon coast. It begins when the couple checks in into the Old Wheeler Hotel for what was supposed to be a quiet weekend. But things got dark quickly. As the evening unfolded, realized that the man beside her wan't who she knew. But then, they learn the backstory of the hotel directly from the caretaker that confirms their haunting suspicions. Our newsletter: https://bio.scary.fm Find Edwin on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook as @edwincov TrueScaryStory.com Edited and sound designed by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

36 min

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INTRODUCING: True Scary Story

Welcome to True Scary Story, a podcast about real-life horror stories shared by those who experienced them. Join our community: Youtube.com/scarystorypodcast Facebook.com/scarypod Instagram.com/scarypod Visit and join our newsletter for more Scary.fm

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True paranormal mysteries, strange encounters, haunted places, and creepy legends. Horror Story brings you real-life horror stories, haunted places, ghost sightings, and paranormal mysteries that linger. Told in a cinematic, documentary-style format, each episode explores terrifying events. Whether it’s haunted houses, cursed objects, or unexplained phenomena, your host Edwin Covarrubias guides you through the darkest corners of folklore and the chilling experiences that people swear are 100% real. If you're a fan of true crime, creepy podcasts, and binge-worthy horror series, come on in. Subscribe now and uncover the stories that haunt our world.

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SOCIETY & CULTURE
Scary Story Podcast features scary stories about darkness, unexplained phenomena, ghosts, and the paranormal. A collection of short original horror tales written by Edwin Covarrubias.

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FICTION
Historias reales de terror y relatos de miedo directamente de las personas que vivieron experiencias paranormales, situaciones misteriosas, y fenómenos sobrenaturales.

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SOCIETY & CULTURE
Ghost stories, creepy internet urban legends, and mysterious creatures with a touch of silliness. New episodes every week! We talk about ghosts and the paranormal, scary stories behind internet urban legends, and everything horror. Join us, your storytellers Michelle and Edwin, as we try to creep each other out. Dive into scary stories with us through immersive sound to bring you into eerie folklore and modern-day cases of true hauntings, alien abductions, creepy memes, and haunted places. We keep it light here most of the time (weak stomachs), so you should be fine. Start from our most recent episodes and work your way back, or from where ever you choose. You do you.

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Scary Story Kids, the scary podcast that takes young adventurers on a spine-chilling journey into the world of spooky tales and scary adventures! Join us as we dive into a realm where ghostly apparitions roam ancient castles, mythical creatures lurk in the shadows, and brave kids embark on creepy quests to unravel scary mysteries. Our show is designed to ignite the imagination and kindle a love for storytelling. Each episode features carefully crafted scary stories that strike the perfect balance—enough to excite and thrill, but never too frightening. With a knack for creating a warm and welcoming environment, our host, Edwin Covarrubias, ensures that all listeners feel comfortable and safe while venturing into the realm of the unknown. Scary Story Kids offers content appropriate for ages 8 and up for young imaginations while respecting their emotional boundaries. Scary Story Kids information: ScaryStoryKids.com/parents .

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Great podcast

3d ago

jjmp909

I like how this is unique and other people get to tell their story from first person. Longer episodes are the best for long car rides. Makes every commute fast. Shout out from independence missouri. Jose
True scary story

4d ago

n8gypsy63

I miss hearing true scary story I listen every week. I hope to hear some soon. I subscribed to all of your podcasts but true scary story is my favorite. Hope to hear them soon.
I love you guys!!!👍👍👍

Jan 4

Snowfall The Icewing🌨️

I don’t care what other people think about this podcast. This is my absolute favorite!!! I listen to them every night and would DEFINITELY recommend it to others👍👍👍
Amazing show!!

Jan 3

Oavilajr21

I’ve been listening to this show and the channel for a while now! I love the work and I must confess I do get creeped out at times from these stories as I work early morning as a sanitation driver and look around and wonder if I’ll see something myself. Show is amazing and keep up the great work