Something Scary

In today's stories, we venture into familiar locations like a bar in Texas and a subway stop in Japan. Familiar places that all of us can hold both friends...and foes alike. Come close and listen to these harrowing tales of friendship and betrayal. First, we follow a detective on a legendary case into the backwoods of Texas. Next, we’ll buy our first used car, and receive all of the “baggage” that comes with it. After that, a birthday toy that is much more than it seems. And finally, we’ll pass along a grisly story that bears repeating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earth, Wind, Fire and Water. Elements we need to live, the nature of the world. Each one gives life in its own way but to make way for that life there is the wrath of destruction. The almost hungry transformative forces of nature. Some of the most terrifying things in human life are those forces we can’t control or even see until it’s too late. First, we will encounter a fiery force waiting for interlopers in a field. Next, a sunny day at the beach leads to a family tragedy. After that, a fairytale dream becomes a nightmare. And finally, a sweet voice in the wind is not as innocent as it appears. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Japan is no stranger to rich folklore on various mythical beasts and urban legends, and not all of these stories are pleasant. Some tell of horrifying creatures. Others, about tyrannical demons. Join us today as we investigate the terrors in Japan. First, we'll take a voyage across the sea and hear the ravings of an old ship captain. Next, we'll get dangerously hungry in 18th-century Japan. After that, we'll see where the path of greed will lead us. And finally, we'll encounter a snow witch in the dead of winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Still waters run deep with all sorts of trouble. While insects buzz over ponds, strange creatures swim beneath the surface. Today we travel all across the globe to discover the evil treading within malevolent waters. First, we'll go fishing in Bangladesh, while keeping an eye out for any Jinn. Next, we'll investigate the waters near a house in India, and discover something sinister. After that, we'll follow a strange figure in Barbados. And finally, we'll go to the summer camp and have some terrifying dreams about the local lake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we take a trip to one of the largest continents on Earth and listen to some of your most terrifying stories from all throughout the countries of that land. Featuring stories of time-honored festivals, meetings with elders, and ancient curses across the continent. Settle in, for these scary stories from Africa. First, we’ll explore an old house with endless bounty and dangers within. Next, we’ll feel a strange presence late at night in South Africa. After that, we’ll catch a forbidden festival in Nigeria. And finally, we’ll wander the mountains of Cape Verde, and find something strange within. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every piece of treasure has its price. Whether you’re buying or selling, looting or discovering, each artifact contains its own set of rules. You could gain wealth, and prestige or maybe you’ll lose it all, including your life. All’s fair for the hard rules of treasure. First, we’ll explore an old house with endless bounty and dangers within. Next, we’ll find an old mysterious chest in our own backyard. After that, we’ll come home to some strange occurrences with a living-room rocking chair. And finally we’ll bet it all on a coin toss.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Come one, come all, and experience the thrills of a lifetime! In this episode, horrifying pageantry is displayed at full force, where we showcase some of the most terrifying stories of fairground frights from this world, and beyond! First, Markeia starts this festive Halloween episode with a creepy occurrence of her own. Then, she’ll tell the tale of an accursed carousel, which spins so fast it’ll turn your head! Next, we’ll watch a tightrope walk that amongst other things, is sure to make your jaw drop! After that, we’ll leave a Filipino fairground with a bad case of supernatural troubles. And finally my dear listeners, we’ll win a teddy, with its own deadly baggage to bear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nathan Barnes always thought Mrs. Cabal’s house looked haunted. So on Halloween he offers to help her get ready for the festivities so he can get a first hand look. But Nathan quickly learns that Mrs. Cabal may not be exactly who he thinks she is and his curiosity may cost him his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s stories come to us out of the arid wastelands of the desert. Not many things survive out there in the flat heat, but the things that do, thirst for life and connection. First, I’ll tell the story of a young girl who encounters a monster too close to home. Next, we’ll take a bus ride into Mexico and notice some strange things along the way. After that we’ll learn of a famous palace in Egypt which houses souls of the dead. And finally we’ll sneak out to a well in Yemen, and encounter a mysterious woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at Los Angeles Comic Con. We return with one of our first ever themes, the Ghosts of War. These stories follow those who’ve encountered horrifying apparitions or paranormal experiences on the battlefield. Some while on duty, and others long after the fight has ended. First, I’ll recount a shocking encounter on a naval ship. Next, we’ll work at a Hawaiian motel and learn about a group of deadly ancient warriors. And finally we’ll camp out on a battlefield in Russia, and encounter some violent memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Close-knit communities can foster strong relationships and make great memories. But like anywhere else, they can also lead to isolation, resentment and dismay. This week, we make our way out of the city and into the countryside to investigate small town terrors. First, Sapphire tells an ancient Navajo legend that might still have some truth to it.Next, I’ll recount the night when three siblings were home alone, on an isolated farm. After that we’ll make a new friend in Romania with some strange abilities. And finally, we’ll take a trip to Paraguay and have grandpa tell us a local legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Snow can be a calming presence. But it can also act as a veil of secrecy, covering up things we’d rather leave alone. Today’s stories rise up from those icy, frigid sheets and enter our homes, turning our warm bodies… into frozen souls. First, Sapphire shares the grisly tale of Serbia’s first vampire. Next, Markeia investigates the story of some strange-looking snowmen around campus. After that, we’ll work a night shift in the middle of a blizzard. And finally we’ll climb a snowy mountain, guarded by a defensive spirit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s comforting to imagine killers behind bars. But what if they get loose? Some could be lurking around your neighborhood, or even be that dark shadow outside your window. Today’s stories are all about killers… close to home. First, join Markeia as we watch some live coverage of a murderer gone loose. Next, we’ll order some odd-tasting ice cream from a disgruntled employee. After that, we’ll take a dip in the pool at a road-side bed and breakfast. And finally, we’ll visit a small town and get in deep with some bad kids.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fantasy doesn’t always stay fiction. Sometimes it creeps into reality, and as we grow older those childhood fairy tales gain a whole new meaning.  First, Sapphire reads a magical tale about a baker with a dark, delectable secret. Next, join Markeia as she follows a young occultist into a dangerous swamp. After that we’ll help an injured drifter on the side of the highway, and finally we’ll watch as a children’s fairy tale tears a family apart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Change can be - well - SCARY, so new co-host Markeia McCarty is here to act as your guide through the unknown. First, Markeia takes you for a swim after dark in a deserted lake the day before high school starts. After that, we’ll have a late night run in with the Lady in White in our new apartment. And finally, we’ll tag along with the lonely new kid at school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices