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Shauna Taylor
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Obsessed with ghost stories, eerie folklore, and real-life paranormal encounters? Join us each week as we uncover chilling legends, haunted histories, and spine-tingling mysteries. From ancient curses to modern hauntings and reincarnation, this podcast is your gateway to the dark and unexplained. If you crave supernatural stories and strange tales that stay with you... press play and Let’s Talk Spooky!

  1. 1D AGO

    42: The Lost Boys of Pickering: Unsolved Mystery

    Send us Fan Mail On March 17th, 1995, six teenage boys from Pickering, Ontario, disappeared in the early hours of the morning after leaving a house party near the shoreline of Lake Ontario. What followed was a large-scale search, an investigation built on fragments, and a timeline that—decades later—still feels incomplete. While the official explanation points to a tragic boating accident, the available evidence does not fully establish how—or when—the events of that night unfolded. SOURCES Durham Region News – coverage on anniversaries of the caseToronto.com – reporting on private investigator involvementMysteries of Canada – case overview and timelineMissingPeople.ca – case summary and updatesVocal Media – compiled case narrativeKendall’s Place – video discussion and breakdownCommunity archive – Lost Boys of Pickering (Facebook memorial page)

    24 min

  2. MAR 27

    41: Doppelgängers: The Double Across Cultures

    Send us Fan Mail Follow & Support If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to follow Let’s Talk Spooky, leave a review, and share it with your fellow spooky souls 👻 Got a story of your own? We’d love to hear it. Description:  What if someone saw you… Somewhere you’ve never been? In this episode of Let’s Talk Spooky, we explore the unsettling idea of the doppelgänger—an identical double said to exist alongside you, ahead of you, or even completely separate from you. From ancient beliefs to modern encounters, the idea of a second self has appeared across cultures for centuries. In ancient Egypt, the Ka was believed to be a spiritual double tied to one's existence. In Norse folklore, the Vardøger was said to arrive before you—your presence echoing forward in time. And in Celtic traditions, seeing your double was often considered a warning… something not meant to be witnessed. But these stories didn’t stay in the past. We move into real documented accounts, including the chilling case of Émilie Sagée—a teacher reportedly seen in two places at once by dozens of witnesses—and modern experiences where people have been seen, spoken to, or encountered… without ever being there. Because sometimes, the most unsettling stories aren’t the ones that feel impossible— They’re the ones that feel almost normal… until they aren’t. 📚 Sources & Further Reading  Émilie Sagée case⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%89milie_Sag%C3%A9e⁠Doppelgänger folklore overview⁠https://www.britannica.com/art/doppelganger⁠Norse Vardøger⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vard%C3%B8ger⁠Egyptian Ka⁠https://www.britannica.com/topic/ka-Egyptian-religion⁠Chinese hun and po⁠https://www.britannica.com/topic/hun-and-po⁠Reddit (modern experiences)⁠https://www.reddit.com/r/Glitch_in_the_Matrix/⁠⁠https://www.reddit.com/r/Paranormal/⁠

    33 min

  3. MAR 20

    40: Vanished Without a Trace

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Let’s Talk Spooky, we explore some of history’s most unsettling disappearances—cases where people didn’t just go missing… they seemed to vanish. From children who disappeared in broad daylight, to pilots lost mid-sentence, to historical figures who stepped out of reality itself—these stories challenge what we think we understand about time, space, and human experience. Some of these cases may have explanations.  Others… feel like they slipped through something we can’t quite see. 📚 Sources & Further ReadingCase-Specific Sources Disappearance of the Beaumont children  https://www.police.sa.gov.au/about-us/cold-case-investigation/beaumont-children Frederick Valentich disappearance  https://www.naa.gov.au/explore-collection/immigration-and-citizenship/valentich Benjamin Bathurst disappearance  https://www.historic-uk.com/HistoryUK/HistoryofEngland/Benjamin-Bathurst/ Owen Parfitt disappearance  https://www.historicmysteries.com/owen-parfitt/ Archival & Research Resources National Archives of AustraliaSouth Australia PoliceHistoric UKBooks & Deep Dives The Mammoth Book of Unsolved MysteriesVanished Without a Trace

    27 min

  4. MAR 18

    39: Leprechaun Legends - Bonus Episode

    Send us Fan Mail Leprechauns are often seen as cheerful little shoemakers guarding pots of gold—but their origins are far more complex, and much darker. In this episode, we explore the folklore roots of leprechauns in Irish mythology, tracing their connection to older fairy traditions, solitary spirits, and trickster entities. We look at how these figures evolved through oral storytelling during times of hardship—particularly during the mass emigration of Irish people in the 19th century—and how their image was reshaped into the playful mascot we recognize today. But beneath the green coats and gold coins lies something older… something not always friendly.  Sources & Further Reading (Condensed & Credible) Briggs, K. M. (1976). A Dictionary of Fairies. Penguin Books.Evans-Wentz, W. Y. (1911). The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries. Oxford University Press.Yeats, W. B. (1888). Fairy and Folk Tales of the Irish Peasantry.Duffy, S. (Ed.). (2005). Atlas of Irish History. Gill & Macmillan.National Museum of Ireland – Folklore CollectionsDuchas.ie – The Schools’ Collection (Irish oral folklore archives)Ó Súilleabháin, S. (1967). Irish Folk Custom and Belief.

    22 min

  5. MAR 13

    38: Teke Teke, The Slit-Mouthed Woman, and Other Japanese Urban Legends

    Send us Fan Mail Japan is home to some of the most chilling urban legends in the world. Stories whispered in school hallways, shared on quiet train rides, and passed between friends late at night. Some of these legends have existed for decades… while others were born on the internet and spread like wildfire across message boards. In this episode of Let’s Talk Spooky, we explore four of Japan’s most haunting urban legends. A vengeful spirit that drags herself across the pavement searching for victims. A masked woman who asks a terrifying question before revealing her true face. A ghost said to haunt the bathrooms of Japanese schools. And a train station that doesn’t appear on any map. Join us as we dive into the eerie folklore and modern legends behind: Teke TekeKuchisake-onnaHanako-sanKisaragi StationThese stories blend folklore, fear, and modern storytelling — proving that urban legends continue to evolve with the world around us. But one thing never changes. If you hear footsteps behind you at night…  or a voice asking a strange question… You might already be part of the story. SourcesTeke Teke Yokai.comMichael Dylan Foster – The Book of YokaiJapanese folklore archives on urban legendsKuchisake-onna Shūkan Asahi reports on the 1979 panicShūkan Shincho coverage of sightingsMichael Dylan Foster – Pandemonium and Parade: Japanese Monsters and the Culture of YokaiHanako-san Japanese school folklore collectionsHiroko Yoda & Matt Alt – Yokai Attack! The Japanese Monster Survival GuideKisaragi Station 2004 posts on the Japanese forum 2channelInternet folklore archives on creepypasta and digital urban legends

    28 min

  6. MAR 6

    37: Appalachian Mountains – Part Two: Creatures, Folklore, and Things in the Woods

    Send us Fan Mail The Appalachian Mountains are among the oldest mountain ranges on Earth, stretching more than 2,000 miles across the eastern United States. For generations, the people who lived in these mountains have shared stories about strange encounters in the woods, mysterious creatures, and folklore that seems to blur the line between history and legend. In this episode of Let’s Talk Spooky, we explore some of the lesser-known legends said to originate in the Appalachian region. From ancient Cherokee folklore to stories shared by hunters and hikers in the mountains today, these tales reveal how deeply storytelling is woven into Appalachian culture. We’ll dive into stories about: • Appalachian Mimic Legends – Stories of voices in the woods that sound almost human.• The Wampus Cat – A mysterious creature said to roam the mountains and forests.• The Moon-Eyed People – A strange group described in Cherokee traditions who were said to move through the mountains only at night.• Appalachian Witch Traditions – Folk healers, “granny women,” and the folklore surrounding witches in the mountains.• Spearfinger (U’tlun’ta) – One of the most chilling Cherokee legends about a shapeshifting predator that could disguise itself as an old woman. The Appalachian Mountains are full of stories, and many of them are still told today by the people who live closest to the forests and hills where these legends began. So gather close, dim the lights, and join us as we explore the strange folklore and eerie legends hidden deep in the Appalachian Mountains. And remember… Stay curious. Stay spooky. Sources:  Books & Academic Sources Mooney, J. (1992). Myths of the Cherokee. Dover Publications.(Original ethnographic work documenting Cherokee legends, including Spearfinger) Jones, W. (2009). Appalachian Ghost Stories and Other Tales. Globe Pequot Press. Briggs, K. (1976). An Encyclopedia of Fairies: Hobgoblins, Brownies, Bogies, and Other Supernatural Creatures. Pantheon Books.(Background on regional folklore traditions) Folklore & Historical Sources North Carolina Folklife Institute⁠https://ncfli.org⁠ Smoky Mountain News – Cherokee folklore archives⁠https://www.smokymountainnews.com⁠ Georgia Historical Society – Moon-Eyed People references⁠https://georgiahistory.com⁠ Folklore & Legend Collections Appalachian History Project⁠https://www.appalachianhistory.net⁠ Atlas Obscura – Appalachian folklore and legends⁠https://www.atlasobscura.com⁠ Additional Folklore References Cherokee Nation Cultural Resources⁠https://www.cherokee.org⁠ Smithsonian Folklife & Cultural Heritage⁠https://folklife.si.edu⁠

    35 min

  7. FEB 26

    36: Missing Appalachia: Part One

    Send us Fan Mail In Part One of this two-part series, we explore real missing person cases connected to the Appalachian region and the 2,190-mile Appalachian Trail. Appalachia stretches from Georgia to Maine, cutting through national forests, deep mountain hollows, and some of the most rugged terrain in the eastern United States. In this episode, we examine documented disappearances, including: • Dennis Martin (1969) – 6-year-old boy who vanished in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park• Trenny Lynn Gibson (1976) – A teenager who disappeared during a school trip near Clingmans Dome• Louise Chaput (2001) – Quebec woman murdered while hiking in the White Mountains These cases remain either unsolved or deeply debated. SOURCES  • FBI – Highway Serial Killings Initiative⁠https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2009/april/highwayserial_040609⁠ • National Park Service – Great Smoky Mountains⁠https://www.nps.gov/grsm⁠ • Disappearance of Dennis Martin⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Dennis_Martin⁠ • Trenny Gibson CaseTennessee Bureau of Investigation • Louise Chaput CaseAppalachian Trail Noir (archival reporting)Backpacker Magazine reporting on NH cold cases • Samuel Little – FBI Archives⁠https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/samuel-little-serial-killer⁠ • Gary Hilton Case Documentation

    25 min

  8. FEB 20

    35: Lecture Halls After Dark: The Most Haunted Universities

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Let’s Talk Spooky, we explore some of the most haunted universities in North America and the UK — from abandoned asylum buildings and Gothic towers to medieval cathedral ruins and anatomy theatres linked to real historical crimes. These aren’t urban legends pulled out of thin air. Many of these campuses are built on documented history involving: Former psychiatric institutionsGrave robbingThe Burke and Hare murdersPublic dissectionsReligious executionsPhantom monks and ghostly figures📚 Sources Ohio University & The Ridges Ohio University. The Ridges History.⁠https://www.ohio.edu/ridges/history⁠Ohio History Connection. Athens Lunatic Asylum Overview.University of Toronto Richardson, D., Careless, J.M.S., & Craig, G.M. (1990). A Not Unsightly Building: University College and Its History. Mosaic Press.Queen’s University Queen’s University Archives. Grant Hall History.⁠https://www.queensu.ca/archives/⁠University of St Andrews University of St Andrews. History of the University.⁠https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/about/history/⁠Historic Environment Scotland. St Andrews Cathedral.⁠https://www.historicenvironment.scot/⁠University of Edinburgh University of Edinburgh. History of the University.⁠https://www.ed.ac.uk/about/history⁠Rosner, L. (2009). The Anatomy Murders: The True and Spectacular History of Edinburgh’s Notorious Burke and Hare.Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Surgeons’ Hall Museums – Burke & Hare Collection.⁠https://museum.rcsed.ac.uk/⁠

    38 min
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Obsessed with ghost stories, eerie folklore, and real-life paranormal encounters? Join us each week as we uncover chilling legends, haunted histories, and spine-tingling mysteries. From ancient curses to modern hauntings and reincarnation, this podcast is your gateway to the dark and unexplained. If you crave supernatural stories and strange tales that stay with you... press play and Let’s Talk Spooky!

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  • Creator
    Shauna Taylor
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Let's Talk Spooky
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