Sharing is Scaring

Erin

Sharing is Scaring is a hybrid scripted and conversational podcast where host, Erin, is joined by friends to cover a variety of creepy, kooky, scary, and spooky topics. Mixed in with informational discussion, and real-life experiences told or written by people just like you.  

  1. Halloween: A Potion of History and Mystery

    10/31/2023

    Halloween: A Potion of History and Mystery

    The story of Halloween has so many elements that create the perfect concoction of sinister and fun. Listen as Erin and Jenn break down the different elements of Halloween while discussing the history of traditions and their personal Halloween histories and traditions.  Resources:  Thomas, H. (2021, October 26). The Origins of Halloween Traditions | Headlines and Heroes. The Library of Congress. https://blogs.loc.gov/headlinesandheroes/2021/10/the-origins-of-halloween-traditions/  I. E. (IrishMyths.com). (2023, October 16). Was there an Irish god named Samhain? IrishMyths. https://irishmyths.com/2022/08/27/god-of-samhain/  History.com Editors. (2023, October 18). How Trick-or-Treating became a Halloween tradition. HISTORY. https://www.history.com/news/halloween-trick-or-treating-origins  IV.1. (n.d.). Pumpkin: The Curious History of an American Icon. https://www.pumpkincurioushistory.com/iv1.html  Heller, C. (2015, October 21). A brief history of the Haunted House. Smithsonian Magazine. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/history-haunted-house-180957008/  HeadHaunter. (2014, March 8). The history of haunted Houses! America Haunts, Representing the Best Halloween Attractions in America. https://www.americahaunts.com/ah/2014/03/the-history-of-haunted-houses/  Little, B. (2023, March 28). The Great Depression Origins of Halloween Haunted Houses. HISTORY. https://www.history.com/news/halloween-haunted-house-great-depression  Society, L. V. H. (2022, May 31). The history behind Halloween — Ligonier Valley Historical Society. Ligonier Valley Historical Society. https://www.compassinn.org/lvhs-blog/halloween Episode written by Jenn. Do you have a scary story to share? Email me at sharingisscaringpod@gmail.com For additional videos and clips follow us on social media: Erin & Friends (@sharingisscaringpod) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook If you would like to support me with more than just your ear, you can buy me a potion at Sharing is Scaring Podcast is a spooky good time! (buymeacoffee.com) I appreciate any and all support from listeners! Stay tuned...

    58 min
  2. Superstitions: Reflections & Mirrors

    10/17/2023

    Superstitions: Reflections & Mirrors

    Whether it's for luck or protection, taken seriously or just something that became habitual, most everyone has taken part in a superstitious ritual. This week, listen to Erin and Jenn as they discuss superstitions surrounding reflections and mirrors. Resources: Superstitions and their origins |. (2021, February 2). Psychic Library ~ Beyond Books. https://psychiclibrary.com/superstition-room/ Ferre, L. (2012, November 9). CatoptRomancy – OCCULT WORLD. https://occult-world.com/catoptromancy-divinations/ Pfeifle, T. (2020). CatoptRomancy — Astonishing Legends. Astonishing Legends. https://astonishinglegends.com/astonishing-legends/2019/9/22/catoptromancy Administrator. (n.d.). Pitt Rivers Museum Body Arts | Mirrors. http://web.prm.ox.ac.uk/bodyarts/index.php/temporary-body-arts/mirrors.html Schoppert, S. (2021, October 8). Centuries of Fear: 6 Superstitions from the Middle Ages. History Collection. https://historycollection.com/centuries-fear-superstitions-middle-ages/ Pickering, D. (1995). Cassell Dictionary of Superstitions. Weidenfeld & Nicolson. Dove, L. L., & Bos, S. (2023). Why is a broken mirror bad luck? HowStuffWorks. https://people.howstuffworks.com/why-is-it-bad-luck-to-break-mirror.htm Episode written by Erin. Do you have a scary story to share? Email me at sharingisscaringpod@gmail.com For additional videos and clips follow us on social media: Erin & Friends (@sharingisscaringpod) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook If you would like to support me with more than just your ear, you can buy me a potion at Sharing is Scaring Podcast is a spooky good time! (buymeacoffee.com) I appreciate any and all support from listeners! Stay tuned...

    35 min
  3. The Mysterious Men In Black

    10/10/2023

    The Mysterious Men In Black

    Behind several UFO or extraterrestrial sightings, there is often another type of visitor waiting in the wings. Tall men in black suits, often wearing a fedora and sunglasses are said to have visited many who have had alien encounters. But who are the men in black? Listen this week as Erin and Jenn discuss the tales of the real-life men in black. Resources: Pew Research Center. (2021, June 30). Most Americans believe life on other planets exists | Pew Research Center. https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2021/06/30/most-americans-believe-in-intelligent-life-beyond-earth-few-see-ufos-as-a-major-national-security-threat/ Purtill, C. (2022, July 20). A stressed, sleep-deprived couple accidentally invented the modern alien abduction phenomenon. Quartz. https://qz.com/1019806/a-stressed-sleep-deprived-couple-accidentally-invented-the-modern-alien-abduction-phenomenon Rose, S. (2018, December 3). The real Men in Black, Hollywood and the great UFO cover-up. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/film/2014/aug/14/men-in-black-ufo-sightings-mirage-makers-movie Sablich, J. (2020). The UFO sightings that launched ‘Men in Black’ mythology. HISTORY. https://www.history.com/news/men-in-black-real-origins Top5s. (2015, November 11). The Real Men In Black | Documentary [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ou-BuUbcOak Thoughty2. (2020, December 18). How the Real Men in Black Have Been Hiding in Plain Sight [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=is_-Ma_OnL8 Discover Montréal. (2022, November 8). History’s Most Famous Alien Abduction Began As A Montreal Honeymoon [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJSl0RMMCus Oversight Committee Republicans Verified account. (2023, July 20). National Security Subcommittee to hold hearing on unidentified anomalous phenomena - United States House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. United States House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. https://oversight.house.gov/release/national-security-subcommittee-to-hold-hearing-on-unidentified-anomalous-phenomena%EF%BF%BC/ NEWS: The UAP hearing. (2023, July 31). Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7esI8UZmDwb5zz3EhNirTf?si=71Gm5KxSReK2BOF5zUXh2g&nd=1 Episode written by Jenn.  Do you have a scary story to share? Email me at sharingisscaringpod@gmail.com For additional videos and clips follow us on social media: Erin & Friends (@sharingisscaringpod) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook If you would like to support me with more than just your ear, you can buy me a potion at Sharing is Scaring Podcast is a spooky good time! (buymeacoffee.com) I appreciate any and all support from listeners! Stay tuned...

    37 min
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Sharing is Scaring is a hybrid scripted and conversational podcast where host, Erin, is joined by friends to cover a variety of creepy, kooky, scary, and spooky topics. Mixed in with informational discussion, and real-life experiences told or written by people just like you.