The Sodder kids' disappearance is a mysterious event that happened on Christmas Eve in 1945 in Fayetteville, West Virginia. George and Jennie Sodder and their ten kids were celebrating when their house caught fire. Sadly, only four of the children made it out, and the other five went missing. Even after lots of searching and investigating, no one ever figured out what happened to those five kids. What makes this story even weirder is that some strange things were going on during the fire. The my...
Feb 06, 2024•31 min•Ep. 51
On December 22, 1970, a knock at the door of a wealthy doctor named Walter Trancler caught his attention. Upon opening the door, he encountered two men entirely covered in what appeared to be mud, individuals he did not recognize. Taken aback by their unusual appearance, the doctor considered closing the door but opted to keep it slightly ajar out of politeness. Politely, he inquired about their visit, and the two men introduced themselves as Harald and Frank Alexander. They explained that they ...
Jan 23, 2024•24 min•Ep. 50
Haunted dolls have captivated people for centuries, spawning eerie tales that send shivers down our spines. Linked to the supernatural, these spooky toys have become the stuff of nightmares. These haunted dolls, whether rooted in old folklore or modern stories, continue to both terrify and fascinate, reminding us that the supernatural may lurk beneath the surface of seemingly harmless toys. In this episode we are talking about three of the most haunted dolls: Charley, Letta, and Okiku. Check out...
Jan 16, 2024•17 min•Ep. 49
In 1973, a team of nine divers set out to explore The Shaft in Mount Gambier, aiming for a record dive to reach a depth of 250 feet—the area where sunlight filtered through, beyond which the water turned nearly pitch-black. The cave was notorious for appearing bottomless because beyond a certain point, the bottom wasn't visible from the edge. The eight divers didn't follow important safety rules at the beginning of their dive. The rope they used to guide them wasn't long enough to reach the cave...
Jan 09, 2024•29 min•Ep. 48
The Yuba County 5 refers to a group of five young men who went missing in February 1978, sparking a mysterious and enduring mystery. These men, Jack Madruga, Ted Weiher, Jack Huett, Bill Sterling, and Gary Mathias, set out on a basketball-watching trip but never returned. Their disappearance led to an extensive search and captured public attention due to its puzzling nature. The men were last seen alive at a convenience store in Yuba City, California. Their car was later discovered abandoned in ...
Dec 12, 2023•44 min•Ep. 47
The Glatzel family claimed they were haunted by malevolent forces in the early 1980s. Ed and Lorraine Warren, paranormal investigators, were involved in an exorcism of David Glatzel, a young boy allegedly possessed. During the exorcism, Arne Cheyenne Johnson, the boyfriend of David's sister, reportedly invited the demon into himself. This incident led to a highly publicized murder case where Johnson fatally stabbed his landlord. The story of the Glatzel family's haunting and Johnson's subsequent...
Dec 05, 2023•43 min•Ep. 46
The Bloody Bender family was a mysterious group in the late 1800s. They ran an inn in Kansas, seeming friendly to travelers. But behind closed doors, they were evil. They tricked people into their inn, then killed them in horrible ways. Their hidden crimes left people scared and puzzled. This dark story shows how some people can be really bad, and it's still a big mystery today. Check out the full episode now on all platforms. Episode show notes: www.3amfear.com Narrated by: Nikita Ferra...
Nov 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 45
Imagine ancient forts with ghostly whispers and deserted towns hiding mysterious secrets. That's what we're exploring—the chilling tales that have been passed down for ages in Rajasthan. I'll take you through Bhangarh Fort, known for its curses and eerie vibes, and walk the quiet streets of Kuldhara, where the silence tells a haunting story of its own. But wait, there's more! We'll check out Jal Mahal, a palace sitting in the middle of a lake, and peek into the Rana Kumbha Palace, now wrapped in...
Nov 21, 2023•20 min•Ep. 44
Is it possible for movies to be haunted or bring bad luck? That's the intriguing question I'm going to investigate in today's episode. I'm going to dive deep into the enigmatic stories surrounding two more movies that people think might have curses attached to them: "Poltergeist" and "The Conjuring." These stories are full of strange occurrences and real-life mysteries, which have left many wondering if there's something supernatural going on behind the scenes of these films. Stay with me as I u...
Oct 31, 2023•30 min•Ep. 43
Can movies be cursed? It's a question that's puzzled people for a long time. Some believe that certain films carry a dark and mysterious energy, causing strange and unfortunate events to happen during their making. In today's episode, we will explore two movies, The Exorcist and The Omen, where eerie occurrences and real-life tragedies surround the production. These stories will make you wonder if there's more to the world of cinema than meets the eye. So, sit back and get ready to uncover the m...
Oct 24, 2023•29 min•Ep. 42
In the small town of Klingenberg, Bavaria, Germany, there lived a young girl named Anneliese Michel. Anneliese was a bright and likable girl who grew up in a strict Catholic family. When Anneliese was 16 years old in September 1968, something strange began happening to her. That night, just as the clock struck midnight, Annelise was abruptly awakened by what she could only describe as an immense pressure on her stomach. It felt as though an overwhelming force was pushing her down into her mattre...
Oct 17, 2023•46 min•Ep. 41
Let's go back to May 1963 in the Sierra Madre Oriental, a mountain range in Mexico. Sebastian Guerrero, a 14-year-old boy from a remote village, decided to explore some caves in the mountains. People in his village believed there might be hidden treasure in those caves, and Sebastian was curious. As he walked towards one cave, he noticed a strange light coming from it, even though people rarely visited the caves, especially at night. He heard screams and what sounded like chanting or singing. Fe...
Oct 09, 2023•31 min•Ep. 40
In March of 1990, Estefania was 16 years old when her friend showed her the Ouija board. Estefania became curious about the occult and started playing with her friends. They were trying to contact a friend's boyfriend who had tragically died in a motorcycle accident. What happened next is a terrifying mystery, one that is unsolved to this day. Check out the full episode now on all platforms. Episode show notes: www.3amfear.com Narrated by: Nikita Ferrao Podcast Instagram: @3amfear...
Oct 03, 2023•36 min•Ep. 39
In a town called Madanapalle in Andhra Pradesh, there lived a couple named Padmaja and Purushottam Naidu. They had two daughters, Alekhya and Sai Divya, aged 27 and 22, respectively. One Sunday evening at around 8:05 p.m., something very disturbing happened. The Madanapalle Rural Police received a call from concerned neighbors. They complained about strange and terrifying noises coming from the Naidu residence. They heard loud screams and chants that worried them deeply. The police immediately r...
Sep 20, 2023•16 min•Ep. 38
One Saturday afternoon in 1952, Bill suddenly felt an icy chill run through his body. It was so cold that water froze on his skin, and a terrible smell made him feel sick. He felt an irresistible urge to run away to the beach and live with the wolves. But just as this strange impulse was about to consume him completely, he heard his mother's distant call, summoning him inside to wash up for dinner. As he reluctantly returned home and dipped his hands into the cold water to clean them, an immense...
Sep 12, 2023•25 min•Ep. 37
In the 1920s, there was a farm called Hinterkaifeck Farm in Germany, approximately 40 miles north of Munich. This farm sat in an isolated area, with the closest neighbour about a quarter of a mile away. Living on the farm were Andreas Gruber, a 63-year-old man, his 72-year-old wife, Cecilia Gruber, and their 35-year-old daughter, Victoria Gabriel. Victoria had two young children, a two-year-old named Joseph and a nine-year-old named Cecilia, named after her grandmother. They were leading a peace...
Sep 05, 2023•44 min•Ep. 36
In 1994, a young mother, aged 31, found herself rushed to a California emergency room. She was in distress with a racing heart, low blood pressure, and struggling breath. The doctors and nurses, accustomed to such emergencies, immediately sprang into action. However, one doctor noticed something odd about her before being able to share it with the team, a sudden loud thud shook the trauma room. More thuds followed, accompanied by screams, leading to the evacuation of the entire hospital. Her mys...
Aug 29, 2023•28 min•Ep. 35
Anna was a sweet and cheerful girl who loved going to church and participating in its activities. She had many friends who shared her beliefs and values. She seemed to have a bright and happy future ahead of her. But when she turned 14, something changed. Something dark and sinister took hold of her. She started to feel sick and uneasy whenever she went near the church or saw any religious symbols. She felt a force pushing her away from the place she once loved. She felt a hatred and fear growin...
Aug 22, 2023•36 min•Ep. 34
In the quiet neighborhood of Enfield, during the year 1977, an unusual story began to unfold. Peggy Hodgson, a divorced mother, lived in a cozy house in 284 Green Street in Enfield, London with her four children. Everything seemed ordinary until one fateful night on August 30th, the children rushed to their mother, their faces filled with fear. "Mom! Mom! You won't believe what we heard and saw!" they exclaimed. They spoke of scary shuffling sounds and objects mysteriously moving on their own. P...
Aug 01, 2023•44 min•Ep. 33
Shimla, a beautiful hill station in the Himalayan mountains, is said to be haunted. Some people believe in spooky stories about ghosts and eerie places in the town. Despite these scary tales, many tourists still visit Shimla to enjoy its lovely scenery and peaceful atmosphere. While you explore the city's spooky folklore, remember to enjoy its beauty and charm with an open heart. Check out the full episode now on all platforms. Episode show notes: www.3amfear.com Narrated by: Nikita Ferrao I...
Jul 25, 2023•19 min•Ep. 32
In the fall of 1994, Julie was shaken when her 13-year-old son, Erich, brought home a human skull that he had found in the woods of their estate, Fox Hollow Farm. Her anxiety only grew when Erich led her to the spot where he had discovered the gruesome artifact, and she saw a cluster of bones scattered amongst the fallen leaves. Herb attempted to allay her fears that night by telling her that the bones belonged to a medical school skeleton that once belonged to his late father, an anesthesiologi...
Jul 18, 2023•36 min•Ep. 31
It was over a decade later when the new owners, Rob and Vicki Graves, purchased Fox Hollow Farm. Excited to start a new chapter in their lives, they were eager to settle into their new home. However, almost immediately after moving in, strange occurrences began to take place. Check out the full episode now on all platforms. Episode show notes: www.3amfear.com Narrated by: Nikita Ferrao Instagram: @3amfearpod @ncferraoauthor Find me on Youtube @ 3Am Fear Podcast Free thril...
Jul 11, 2023•28 min
It was the morning of May 25th, 1979, and the Patz household in Manhattan's SoHo district was bustling with activity. Stanley and Julie Patz, along with their three children, Shira Patz, age 8, Etan Patz age 6, and Ari Patz, age 2, were getting ready for the day ahead. Etan, who was only six years old, had been asking his parents if he could walk himself to the bus stop since the school bus strike had ended. With the buses scheduled to resume service that day, Julie finally gave in. She had no i...
Jul 06, 2023•45 min•Ep. 29
In the early morning hours of September 5th, 1982, a paperboy by the name of Johnny Gosch left his home in Des Moines, Iowa, to deliver newspapers to his neighbors. The 12-year-old was usually accompanied by his father, John, as was their usual routine. But on that day, Johnny decided to go alone. He was never seen again. Not until on the side of a milk carton along with another missing paperboy, Eugene Martin. Listen to the podcast to know more about the missing milk carton kids. Episode show n...
Jun 27, 2023•53 min•Ep. 28
Selvaraj became concerned when his mother didn't answer her phone and couldn't be found. He contacted his aunt, Palaniamma, who lived nearby, and asked her to check on his mom. However, his mother was not at home, and her phone was switched off. Worried, Selvaraj decided to return to his hometown. The police joined the investigation and discovered that Selvaraj's mother's phone had been traced to a location around 70 miles from Kochi. They found out that she had spoken to a man named Mohd. Shafi...
Jun 20, 2023•23 min•Ep. 27
Imagine a breathtaking valley nestled deep within the majestic Canadian Rockies, untouched and full of secrets. For centuries, the indigenous peoples of the region have whispered legends about this place, hinting at its hidden wonders. Stories of gold, dangerous traps, and explorers vanishing into thin air have captivated the minds of adventurers and historians alike. Our story begins with the legendary brothers, Willie and Frank MacLeod. In the year 1904, driven by a burning desire to uncover t...
Jun 14, 2023•35 min•Ep. 26
Exploring haunted places in India can be a spine-chilling experience, as the stories of troubled spirits refusing to pass into the afterlife can leave you feeling unsettled. From the cursed "Khooni Nadi" in Rohini to the scary Lothian Cemetery, the horror stories of Delhi, India, are diverse and can send shivers down your spine. If you are brave enough to venture into these haunted locations, be prepared for a test of courage and a potentially frightening encounter with the paranormal. Check out...
Mar 14, 2023•23 min•Ep. 25
The Circleville Letters mystery has captivated true crime enthusiasts for decades. In the late 1970s and early 1980s, residents of the small town of Circleville, Ohio, began receiving a series of threatening letters that were both vicious and strangely personal. The letters, signed by an anonymous writer who referred to themselves as "The Circleville Writer," targeted various individuals and were known for their detailed knowledge of the recipients' private lives. The situation escalated when a ...
Mar 07, 2023•41 min•Ep. 24
It was a late Tuesday night on September 8, 1987. At 1114 Fountain Drive, Atlanta, Georgia, a small brick house sat on a bank, just off the main road, in a quiet neighborhood. In this home lived an older couple, William and Minnie Clyde Winston. They had lived there for over two decades. William was 79 years old, and Minnie was 77. That night, Minnie had finished helping her sick husband rest and had gotten into the bathtub for a few moments to herself. Once she was done, as she stepped out of t...
Feb 28, 2023•30 min•Ep. 23
In the small town of Key West, Florida, there's a house that locals dare not enter. It's a modest looking home, with a white picket fence and a welcoming porch, but it's what's inside that keeps people away. For within those walls lives a doll unlike any other - a doll with a dark past and an evil presence that has plagued generations. They call him Robert, and he's not your average plaything. His beady eyes seem to follow you around the room, and his painted-on smile twists and contorts when no...
Feb 22, 2023•51 min•Ep. 22
