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State of Fear Podcast

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Every Friday, State of Fear goes from state to state to uncover unusual or horrifying stories that tend to fly under the radar of other podcasts. Everything from cryptids to ghosts to demons to serial killers, if it's underreported we cover it.

Is your morbid curiosity piqued? Follow us anywhere you get your podcasts to hear all the lesser-known, but just as frightening, tales of murderers, demonic possessions, and silver-suited chicken eaters you never knew existed.

State of Fear Podcast, where terror is homegrown

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Episodes

Episode 70 - Missouri: Zombie Road/James Edward Robinson

Welcome to episode 70 - Missouri - First up we take a walk down the infamous Zombie Road. In our main story we discuss James Edward Robinson aka the Internets First Serial Killer. All Music by White Bat Audio Information https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/mo-urban-legends/ https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/missouri/zombie-road-mo/ https://www.roadstotravel.net/usa-zombie-road-missouri/ https://www.dangerousroads.org/north-america/usa/4359-zombie-road.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_E...

May 16, 202239 minEp. 70

Episode 69 - Minnesota: Lake Pepin Serpent/Weepy Voiced Killer

Welcome to episode 69 - Minnesota First up James tells us about the Lake Pepin Serpent. Then we discuss the creepy and pathetic tale of Paul Michael Stephani aka the Weepy Voiced Killer Information https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/minnesota/urban-legends-mn/ https://dailyyonder.com/lake-pepin-monster-fires-up-peoples-imaginations-and-local-economy/2021/05/07/ https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Pepie_Monster https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Michael_Stephani https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ta_2Pdoo...

Apr 30, 202246 minEp. 69

Episode 68 - Mississippi: Natchez Trace/Pascagoula Alien Abductions

Welcome to episode 68 Mississippi - First up is the dark tale of the Mississippi section of the Natchez Trace. Then we get into the weird yet fascinating tale of the Pascagoula alien abductions of 1973. All audio by White Bat Audio Research: https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/places-we-protect/pascagoula-river-watershed/ https://osr.org/blog/kids/pascagoula-ufo-encounter/ https://countryroadsmagazine.com/art-and-culture/people-places/the-pascagoula-abduction/ https://www.fox5a...

Apr 23, 202245 minEp. 68

Episode 67 - Wyoming: Big Nose George/Cokeville Hostage Miracle

Welcome to episode 67 - Wyoming First up we discuss the gruesome and grotesque fate of criminal George Parrott also known as Big Nose George, Big Beak Parrott, George Manuse, and George Warden, a cattle rustler and highwayman in the American Wild West in the late 19th century. Then we discuss the Cokeville Hostage Miracle that occurred on May 16, 1986 that ended in a way no one would expect. Research: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Nose_George https://www.ranker.com/list/wyoming-creepy-storie...

Apr 15, 202241 minEp. 67

Episode 66 - Ohio: Helltown and Ohio MonsterMash

Welcome to episode 66 - Ohio First up we take a trip to Helltown Ohio, filled with mutants, ghosts, giant pythons and Wendigos. We follow that up with a trio of strange ohio monsters that don't get enough coverage: The Charles Mills Lake Monster, Orange Eyes and the Loveland Frogman. Music by White Bat Audio Research: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/ohio/urban-legends-oh/ https://allthatsinteresting.com/helltown-ohio https://www.keatingfirmlaw.com/post/helltown-ohio https://obscurban-legend.fand...

Mar 25, 202234 minEp. 66

Episode 65 - Maryland: The Goatman/Phantom of O'Donnell Heights

Welcome to episode 65 Maryland, first up the Goatman of Fletchertown Road, a cryptid who is very baaa-ad. Then we discuss America's own Spring Heeled Jack, The Phantom of O'Donnell Heights, a figure in black seen during a hot summer in 1951. Break music - Rinse Repeat - DivKid All other music by White Bat Audio Check out our website at https://sofpod.onpodium.com/ Research https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/maryland/goatman-md/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goatman_(urban_legend) https://www.beltsv...

Mar 11, 202229 minEp. 65

Episode 64 - Indiana: Puk Wud Jie/Self Decapitation of James Moon

Welcome to episode 64 - Indiana - Our first story is about the micro sized Puk Wud Jie's and the bad luck they bring when crossed. We then dive into the fascinating tale of James Woods and his mission to build the greatest self decapitation machine ever constructed. All music by White Bat Audio Want early access and ad-free versions of the show? https://www.patreon.com/stateoffear Research https://www.washtimesherald.com/news/lifestyles/cryptids-of-indiana/article_9f017b3f-4500-58b6-b609-9b48f8e...

Feb 25, 202234 minEp. 64

Episode 63 - Illinois: Devil Baby of Hull House/Glimmer Man

Welcome to episode 63 - Illinois; our first story is on the devil baby of hull house. It is an urban legend, demon curse or deformed child? Then we hear a tale of one woman's encounter with an invisible/glimmering creature; first during her childhood then again as an adult. Want early access and ad-free versions of the show? https://www.patreon.com/stateoffear All music by White Bat Audio Research https://ghostwalks.com/articles/hull-house-devil-baby-chicago https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/illin...

Feb 18, 202227 minEp. 63

Episode 62 - Pennsylvania: Bus to Nowhere/1973 Bigfoot-UFO Invasion

Welcome to episode 62 Pennsylvania - First up is the Bus to Nowhere. This bus is said to appear only at night and only to those most in need of escape. Then, we dive into the Bigfoot/UFO invasion that took place throughout Pennsylvania between 1973 and 1974. Want early access and ad-free versions of the show? https://www.patreon.com/stateoffear Research: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/pennsylvania/pa-urbanlegends/ https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/pennsylvania/bus-to-nowhere-pa/ https://discover....

Feb 11, 202251 minEp. 62

Episode 61 - New Mexico: Dulce Secret Base/David Parker Ray The Toybox Killer

Welcome to episode 61 New Mexico First up we talk about the Secret DUMB (Deep Underground Military Base) Dulce. Then we discuss one the most underreported serial killers in history, David Parker Ray aka the Toybox Killer. Finally, we hear from a fan, Christopher Lucero, who was an acquaintance of Ray's accomplice, Dennis Roy Yancy. Chris discusses his interaction with Yancy in high school and beyond. You won't want to miss this! All music by: White Bat Audio - youtube.com/c/WhiteBatAudio Informa...

Dec 20, 20211 hr 2 minEp. 61

Episode 60 - California: Turnbull Canyon Hauntings/Satanic Cult in Sonoma County

Welcome to episode 60 - California; First up we take a trip to Turnbull Canyon to uncover its dark past and hauntings. Then we take a dive into the case of John Homer Van Meter and his run in with a Satanic Cult in Sonoma County. His intervention resulted in him be shot 9 times but saving the life of an innocent woman who had been kidnapped. Stories this week: The house in England An experience u/RobVelhadd had; read by James The Strange Creature by the car An encounter u/Moons0utGoons0ut had; r...

Dec 11, 202149 minEp. 60

Episode 59 - Alabama: McKamey Manor/The Chiles-Whitted UFO Encounter

Welcome episode 59 - Alabama First up we talk about the house of horrors at McKamey Manor, a house people pay to attend, who are then frightened and tortured to see if they can survive 24 hours. Then we discuss the sighting of a UFO by 2 more pilots, Captain Chiles and Whitted. All music by White Bat Audio https://www.youtube.com/c/WhiteBatAudio https://whitebataudio.com Information Sources: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/extreme-haunted-house-torture-chamber-disguise-says-petition-close-i...

Dec 03, 202138 minEp. 59

Episode 58 - North Dakota: Miniwashitu/Gorman UFO Dogfight

Welcome to episode 58 - North Dakota First up we discuss another cryptid that has flown under the radar, the Miniwashitu. Then we recount the fantastic case of the Gorman UFO dogfight of 1948. Information Sources: https://bestthingsnd.com/myths-urban-legends/ https://cryptidz.fandom.com/wiki/Miniwashitu https://north-of-normal-shadowrun-fargo.fandom.com/wiki/Miniwashitu https://web.archive.org/web/20071130112842/http://ufos.about.com/od/bestufocasefiles/a/gorman.htm https://www.history.com/news/...

Nov 20, 202134 minEp. 58

Special Announcement!

***We will be streaming from our facebook page*** https://www.facebook.com/stateoffearpodcast A special announcement about an event coming up this Saturday, November 20th. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/state-of-fear-podcast4647/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Nov 19, 202145 sec

Episode 57 - Michigan: Hell's Gate/Dennis DePue

Welcome to episode 57 - Michigan First up, we talk about the Hell's Bridge in Algoma Township and its dark history. Then, we go over the story of Dennis DePue and how it connects to the 2001 movie Jeepers Creepers. Information Sources: https://99wfmk.com/hellsbridge2018/ https://maps.roadtrippers.com/us/mi/points-of-interest/hells-bridge http://michigansotherside.com/hells-bridge/ https://lostinmichigan.net/bloody-sheet-abandoned-school-robert-stack/ https://www.truecrimeedition.com/post/dennis-...

Nov 15, 202135 minEp. 57

Episode 56 - Wisconsin: Paradise Road/Richard Macek aka The Mad Biter

Welcome to episode 56 - Wisconsin First up, we go over the various and multiple entities and legends haunting Paradise Road. Then, we go over serial killer Richard Macek, aka the Mad Biter, and the disturbing crimes that earned him that nickname. Information Sources: https://www.thebozho.com/madison-mystery-paradise-road-jefferson-wisconsin/ https://beethoven23.tripod.com/Jefferson/ParadiseRoad.html https://jesswitkins.wordpress.com/2011/08/08/urban-legends-of-the-southeast-midwest/ https://prez...

Oct 29, 202135 minEp. 53

Episode 55 - New Hampshire: Legend of Chocorua/Coos County Wood Devils

Welcome to episode 55 - New Hampshire This week we record live on the USS Stewart at the Galveston Naval Museum. First up we discuss the legend of Chief Chocorua and his curse. Then we discuss another New Hampshire cryptid, the elusive Coos County Wood Devils. Music by White Bat Audio Information Sources: https://www.chocorualake.org/news/the-legend-of-chief-chocorua https://www.chocoruanh.com/the-legend-of-chocorua http://newenglandfolklore.blogspot.com/2014/01/the-curse-of-chocorua-and-its-his...

Oct 23, 202135 minEp. 55

Episode 54 - New York: Hell's Gate Bridge/Haunting in Brooklyn

Welcome to episode 54 New York First up we discuss the absolutely fascinating history and lure of the Hell's Gate bridge. Then we get into the haunting of a Brooklyn house bought by Elaine Mercado in the 1980s'. Elaine and her family were subject to 14 years of encounters while in the house. Music by White Bat Audio https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6hQy4elsyHhCOskZo0U5g Tim Kulig timkulig.com/albums/petrification Information Sources: Grave's End by Elaine Mercado Paranormal Witness S2E3 https:...

Oct 15, 202134 minEp. 54

Episode 53 - Maine: Ghost on Catherine Hill/Palmyra Werewolf Attack

Welcome to episode 53 - Maine First up we discuss the ghost of Catherine Hill in Hancock County, Maine. Then, we discuss a family who is stalked and attacked by a pack of upright canine creatures after moving into their farmhouse in Palmyra. Music by White Bat Audio https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6hQy4elsyHhCOskZo0U5g Information Sources: http://www.strangenewengland.com/podcast/ghost-catherines-hill/ https://seeksghosts.blogspot.com/2014/01/maine-catherine-hill-legend.html https://listverse...

Oct 08, 202124 minEp. 53

Episode 52 - Washington: 13 Steps to Hell/The Jake Bird Hex

Welcome to episode 52 - Washington First up, we discuss Maltby's 13 Steps to Hell in King County Wa Then, we discuss the story of serial killer Jake Bird and the hex that apparently killed 7 people associated with his trial. Music by White Bat Audio https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6hQy4elsyHhCOskZo0U5g Information Sources: https://meaww.com/sam-raimi-50-states-of-fright-13-steps-to-hell-quibi-maltby-cemetery-washington-haunted-horror-crypt https://www.ghostlyactivities.com/haunted-places-malt...

Sep 24, 202122 minEp. 52

Episode 51 - Wyoming: The Wild Abduction of Carl Higdon

Welcome to episode 51 - Wyoming First up, we cover some weird Wyoming facts (5:25) Then, in this week's Weird News, James brings us with a story about a cop who likes his coffee with a little penis. (8:22) Finally, in this week's main topic, we cover the wild abduction of Carl Higdon by an alien named Ausso One. (13:53) Research: https://mysteriousuniverse.org/2012/01/hunted-by-aliens-the-higdon-ordeal/ Want early access and ad-free versions of the show? https://www.patreon.com/stateoffear Music...

Jun 29, 202158 min

Episode 50 - Wisconsin: Biscuits, Blue Beams and Bosak Bovine Creature

Welcome to episode 50 - Wisconsin First up, we discuss weird state facts (6:30) Then, in this week's Weird News, James brings us a story of people in India going to extreme lengths to keep from getting COVID (10:12) Finally, in this week's main topic we discuss 3 extremely unusual UFO/alien encounters from Wisconsin: 1961 - Joe Simonton encounters aliens who cook biscuits/pancakes for him, 1975-1976 - George Wheeler has 2 encounters while patroling, 1974 - UFO account of William Bosak and the bo...

Jun 21, 202146 min

Episode 49 - West Virginia: Clay Massacre and Little Shawnee Amusement Park

Welcome to episode 49 - West Virginia First up we discuss some weird state facts. (10:30) Then, in Weird News, James discusses the history of the Iron Maiden. (15:00) Finally, in this week's main topic, we discuss the massacre of the Clay family and the hauntings of the Little Shawnee Amusement Park that was built on the site decades later. (25:20) Research: https://jaimerubiowriter.blogspot.com/2018/03/clover-bottom-massacre-1783-west.html https://www.wycoreport.com/news/massacre-of-clay-childr...

Jun 07, 202154 min

Episode 48 - Washington: Murder of Bruce Kim

Welcome to episode 48 - Washington First up, we discuss some weird Washington facts (3:30) Then, in Weird News, James regales us with a story of America's First Doomsday Cult Hideaway. (9:40) Finally, in our main topic, we discuss the little covered murder of 13-year old Bruce Kim. (16:00) Want early access and ad-free versions of the show? https://www.patreon.com/stateoffear Research: True Crime Case Histories – Volume 4 by Jason Neal https://www.newspapers.com/image/?clipping_id=24901393&f...

May 24, 20211 hr 3 min

Passport 5 - Nepal: Khyah

Welcome to State of Fear Passport Your guide for tales of the strange, unknown, and scary that lie beyond our borders. Episode 5 - Khyah - a mythical humanoid creature in Nepalese folklore Music Aftermath - Horror - Kevin MacLeod https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTknIOiei5c&ab_channel=FreeRoyaltyArchive Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/state-of-fear-podcast4647/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri...

May 21, 20215 min

Passport 4 - Russia: Baba Yaga

Welcome to State of Fear Passport Your guide for tales of the strange, unknown, and scary that lie beyond our borders. Episode 4 - Baba Yaga the Russian witch is this weeks tale and of course a reference to John Wick Music Dark Piano - Mortal by Lucas King https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7pT_kkZF-4 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/state-of-fear-podcast4647/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

May 21, 20217 min

Episode 47 - Virginia: 2020 Year of the UFO

Welcome to Episode 47 - Virginia First up we discuss some weird facts about the state. (1:50) Then in this week's Weird News, we discuss monkeys escaping from a zoo. (5:30) Finally, in this week's main story, we discuss the record-breaking year of UFO sightings in VA. 2020 had more recorded sightings in the state than in previous years past, 105 to be exact. We discuss a small fraction of those. Sit back and enjoy the ride! (8:45) Want early access and ad-free versions of the show? https://www.p...

Apr 23, 20211 hr 9 min

Passport Episode 3 - Vampires in Egypt

Welcome to State of Fear Passport Your guide for tales of the strange, unknown, and scary that lie beyond our borders. Episode 3 - Vampires in Egypt - Europe isn't the only place for vampires. Tune in to hear the tale of vampirism in Egypt. Music Land of the Dead - Kevin MacLeod Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/state-of-fear-podcast4647/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...

Apr 22, 20216 min

Episode 46 - Vermont: Bennington Triangle Disappearances

Welcome to episode 46 - Vermont First up we go over some weird Vermont facts. (7:55) Then in this week's Weird News, James tells us about a teen who tried to mail himself home in a box. (11:56) Finally in our main topic this week, we discuss the newest triangle around, the Bennington Triangle. Located in southwest Vermont, the Bennington Triangle is home to UFOs, creatures but most notably, a strange series of disappearances between 1945 and 1950. Join us as we discuss these and more! (18:09) Re...

Apr 16, 202154 min

Passport Episode 2 - Scandinavia: The Gulon

Welcome to State of Fear Passport Your guide for tales of the strange, unknown, and scary that lie beyond our borders. Episode 2 - Scandinavia - The Gulon is a mythical creature from Scandinavia, it has the front half of a lion the rear half of a hyena, and the bushy tail of a fox. The creature is said to be vicious and has the sharp claws of the lion to attack. It has been used as a symbol of gluttony. Music The Graveyard | Horror Music by VIVEK ABHISHEK Support this podcast at — https://redcir...

Apr 13, 20215 min
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