The Red Treehouse: Scary Stories to Keep You Up at Night

Will Soto
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Welcome to The Red Treehouse, where I tell you the scariest stories to keep you up at night! Join me twice each week as we explore everything from true crime to the paranormal. It's a scary world out there. Let's explore it together!

  1. The Possession Files : A Portrait of Annelise Michel

    22H AGO

    The Possession Files : A Portrait of Annelise Michel

    The Possession Files is a Red Treehouse exclusive series, where we go in-depth on the most harrowing--and often tragic--stories of alleged demonic possession. In season 1, we're going to explore one of the most well-known cases: Anneliese Michel. So often, the story of Anneliese Michel begins at the end of her life and tracks backwards; and the heartbreaking pictures and bone-chilling audio clips of her alleged possession and subsequent exorcisms often take center stage. Yet, this feels wrong. Because Anneliese was a young woman with hopes, dreams, and plans for the future--even amidst the agony and suffering she experienced. And as we grapple with what happened to her, it’s important to ask, “who was Anneliese Michel?” The answers will give invaluable insight into every aspect of her story; and rather than fill in the blanks with conjecture, sensationalism, and assumption, we should let Anneliese speak for herself. In this episode of The Possession Files, we’re going to paint a portrait of Anneliese Michel—her childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood—and hopefully gain a better understanding of who she was, so that we can better grasp what happened to her. I’m your host, Will. Together, let’s explore The Possession Files: The Trials of Anneliese Michel. Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X/Threads/Facebook: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine SOURCES: 1. The Exorcism of Anneliese Michel -- Written by Felicitas Goodman 2. Anneliese Michel: A True Story of a Case of Demonic Possession -- Written by Fr. Jose Antonio Fortea and Lawrence E.U. LeBlanc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  2. 226: Scary Games to Play in the Dark (Volume 11)

    3D AGO

    226: Scary Games to Play in the Dark (Volume 11)

    The Red Treehouse is dedicated to my Dad. I love you, Pop. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Join me in The Red Treehouse as we explore 3 scary games to play in the dark--The Pitch Black Ritual, Dinner with the Dark Man, and The Corner Game. All these games can best be described as summoning rituals—and are guaranteed to keep you up at night! Is it possible these rituals open a portal to a paranormal and supernatural world? And by playing them, are you opening yourself up to potential malevolent spirits whose goal is to haunt you forever?  Join me in The Red Treehouse to find out! Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X/Threads/Facebook: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    29 min
  3. The Possession Files: The Trials of Anneliese Michel (Preview)

    4D AGO

    The Possession Files: The Trials of Anneliese Michel (Preview)

    History is full of stories of alleged demonic possession. In the 1970s, a young German woman, Anneliese Michel, experienced scary and confusing symptoms--which she attributed to demonic possession. Except, it wasn't that simple; because she was undergoing medical and mental health care at the time. As her symptoms worsened, the mystery deepened--leading to unimaginable tragedy and more questions than answers. Together, let's open The Possession Files and explore the harrowing case of Anneliese Michel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    5 min
  4. 225: Luella Miller (Classic Horror Stories)

    12/26/2025

    225: Luella Miller (Classic Horror Stories)

    THE RED TREEHOUSE IS DEDICATED TO MY DAD. I LOVE YOU, POP. Join me in The Red Treehouse as I narrate a terrific classic horror story--Luella Miller by Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman. First published in 1902, Luella Miller by Mary Eleanor Wilkins Freeman, is an eerie vampire story about a beautiful young woman who, instead of sucking her victims’ blood, slowly drains their life force. A terrific story that explores themes of obsession and the dark side of serving others, Luella Miller is one story you may be wrestling with long after you stop reading—or in this case, listening. So, sit back, turn down the lights, pull up the covers, and pay close attention as I read this terrific classic horror story. Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    44 min
  5. 224: Smee (Classic Christmas Horror Stories)

    12/18/2025

    224: Smee (Classic Christmas Horror Stories)

    THE RED TREEHOUSE IS DEDICATED TO MY DAD. I LOVE YOU, POP. Join me in The Red Treehouse as I narrate a terrific classic horror story--Smee written by A.M. Burrage. Twelves friends gather on Christmas Eve for food and games--but things go awry when they decide to play a game called, "Smee." This one is creepy and atmospheric. So, sit back, turn down the lights, pull up the covers, and pay close attention as I share this terrific story! Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min
  6. 223: Christmas Creepypastas

    12/17/2025

    223: Christmas Creepypastas

    THE RED TREEHOUSE IS DEDICATED TO MY DAD. I LOVE YOU, POP. Join me in The Red Treehouse as I narrate two terrific Christmas Creepypastas--Are You Coming Upstairs? by 1nnocenteyes and My Christmas Tale by Icydice. So, sit back, turn down the lights, pull up the covers, and pay close attention as I share these terrific stories! Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine Sources: ARE YOU COMING UPSTAIRS? WRITTEN BY 1NNOCENTEYEShttps://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/Are_You_Coming_Upstairs%3F MY CHRISTMAS TALE WRITTEN BY ICYDICEhttps://creepypasta.fandom.com/wiki/My_Christmas_Tale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  7. 222: The Old Nurse's Story (Classic Christmas Horror Stories)

    12/11/2025

    222: The Old Nurse's Story (Classic Christmas Horror Stories)

    The Red Treehouse is dedicated to my Dad, I love you, Pop. Join me in The Red Treehouse as I read a terrific short horror story, The Old Nurse's Story, written by Elizabeth Gaskell. First published in 1852, The Old Nurse’s Story by Elizabeth Gaskell, is a layered and terrific Victorian ghost story that explores themes of family, identity, and the sometimes-tragic consequences of past wrongs. Written from the POV of an elderly nurse, Gaskell’s story is set in a cold, isolated manor full of ghostly apparitions, strange organ music, and a devilish sense of foreboding. And, it’s set around the Christmas season—perfect for this time of  year. So sit back, turn down the lights, pull up the covers, and pay close attention as I read The Old Nurse’s Story. Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 4m
  8. 221: Sleep Paralysis Nightmares

    12/04/2025

    221: Sleep Paralysis Nightmares

    The Red Treehouse is dedicated to my Dad. I love you, Pop. Join me in The Red Treehouse as I share 8 true scary sleep paralysis nightmares—all of which will absolutely keep you up at night. Is sleep paralysis normal and natural? Or is it paranormal and supernatural? Join me in The Red Treehouse to find out! Follow The Red Treehouse: TikTok/Instagram/YouTube/X/Threads/Facebook: @redtreehousepod Email: redtreehousepod@gmail.com Music: Into the Dark by Shakibhasansayed Sad Rap Beat by Defekt Maschine SOURCES: 1. Josh Bell -- Follow on IG/Threads: realreeltalk 2. Becky Doyon -- Follow on Threads: beckydoyon 3. Ashley -- Follow on IG: ghostgossippodcast 4. Alex Gordon -- Follow on TikTok: 5. ParanormallyNat -- Follow on IG: paranormallynat 6. Jordanna -- Follow on IG: prettykillerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
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Welcome to The Red Treehouse, where I tell you the scariest stories to keep you up at night! Join me twice each week as we explore everything from true crime to the paranormal. It's a scary world out there. Let's explore it together!

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