MJ was on an ocean kick, so today we share more Latin American sea (or lake, river, water) tales, as well as the legend of the Sirena from Guam. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram @espookytales Music Credit: Silent Night (Dark Piano Version)-Myuu Link for sources: https://www.espookytales.com/blog/scary-sea-legends-in-latin...
Jul 30, 2021•38 min•Ep. 36
The UFO phenomena is one that has been around for a long time. Today we share the tale of the Coyame UFO crash, sometimes referred to as Mexico’s Roswell and the tale of a man who met mysterious beings from Friendship Island, off the coast of Chile. Before that, we share UFO stories from our listeners, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram Tw Support Espooky Tales: ...
Jul 23, 2021•57 min•Ep. 35
There are some houses with such horrible histories, they have remained empty, today we share the horrifying tales of La Casa de Kilometro 5 in La República Dominicana and La Casa de Los Mijangos in Queretaro, Mexico. Then our amazing guests share some of their spooky stories from their childhood home. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Listen to Paranormal Putas here Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tikt...
Jul 16, 2021•47 min•Ep. 34
Venezuela has some very espooky and dark legends and today we share two of them. The legend of El Silbon and the legend of la Sayona, both involving horrible murders. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram Music Credit: Silent Night (Dark Piano Version)-Myuu Link for sources: (to be updated soon)....
Jul 09, 2021•29 min•Ep. 33
Church, it’s supposed to be a place of worship, but who knew there were so many creepy church legends and strange stories about priests! Today we share with you the legend of el Diablito from a little church in Cholula, Puebla, the scary legend of los Penitentes in Guatemala City & MJ shares two tales of priests with powers. You’ll also hear a story written by yours truly in the beginning and we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espooky...
Jul 02, 2021•33 min•Ep. 32
Vampire folklore has been around in every culture for a long time and today we share vampire legends from Latin America. We share the legend of the vampire tree of Guadalajara, Jalisco, another about the Pishtaco of Peru and the Vampiress of Pisco, Peru. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram T Music Credit: Silent Night (Dark ...
Jun 25, 2021•31 min•Ep. 31
Have you heard of a look so intense, it can make you sick? Today, we tell you about Mal de Ojo (the Evil Eye). It’s a belief that spreads across many cultures and we have cures, protection from it and stories of people affected by it. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram Music Credit: Silent Night (Dark Piano Version)-Myuu Li...
Jun 18, 2021•41 min•Ep. 30
School, a place for learning, making friends and having fun, except when it’s haunted. Today we share the tale of a terrifying haunting in a Peru school, the tale of an elementary school in Arandas, Jalisco and the very haunted Poasttown Elementary school in Ohio. Our guest also shares the tale of Metz Elementary in Austin, Texas. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Listen to Hija de Tu Madre podcast her...
Jun 11, 2021•42 min•Ep. 29
Hotels are supposed to mean fun, relaxing and vacation time! Except when they’re haunted. Today we share the tale of Hotel Meson de Jobito, in Zacatecas, Mexico and one Mexican actress’ espooky experience there and the tale of the now abandoned Eden hotel, which also happens to have Nazi ties in Argentina. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Music...
Jun 04, 2021•37 min•Ep. 28
The sea is already a terrifying place to some, with all of its unknowns, but let’s add in the paranormal and make it more espooky. We share different tales of Latin American folklore and sea creatures. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram T Music Credit: Silent Night (Dark Piano Version)-Myuu Link for sources https://www.espo...
May 28, 2021•35 min•Ep. 27
Children, they can be cute but also terrifying! We share tales of ghost children, one that haunts Estadio Azteca in Cuidad Mexico and MJ shares the tale of the ghost child haunting her apartment. Our guest tells us tales of creepy things her child has said and we also share some of the creepy things other children have told their parents. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Follow Des on Tiktok: https://...
May 21, 2021•40 min•Ep. 26
In the canals of Xochilmico, in Cuidad Mexico, you can find a terrifying little island that is full of approximately 2000 dolls. Learn how Don Julian brought this island to life and listen to an espooky story of what happened to a group of friends after visiting the island. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram Music Credit: S...
May 14, 2021•30 min•Ep. 25
Ouija boards were introduced as family board games, but became something to fear later. Today we share espooky stories involving the ouija board. Starting with the Vallecas case from Spain, which was turned into the movie Veronica, then our guest Lulu, shares her experiences and MJ tells us some creepy reddit stories. Before that, we share listener stories, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espooky...
May 07, 2021•55 min•Ep. 24
It’s strange how much time seems to change, sometimes it goes by so fast and other times it feels so slow, but what about when time actually moves? We share stories of time loss and time lapse, as well as a tale from Colima, Mexico and time glitch stories from Reddit. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail.com Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram @espookytales Music C...
Apr 30, 2021•32 min•Ep. 23
An entity so evil, he needs no introduction. You’ve heard many names for him, El Chamuco, Beelzebub, Lucifer, Satanas, today we share legends about Satan. One from the Mexican state of Sinaloa and one from Guerrero, while MJ shares two stories told to her from Huacasco, Jalisco and our guest Liz, from Hijas de Tu Madre Crime Podcast shares some very espooky dreams with us. Before that, we share a listener story, if you have a spooky story you want us to share, send it to us at Espookytales@gmail...
Apr 23, 2021•46 min•Ep. 22
Haven't we all heard of stories of ghosts luring you to a hidden treasure? Or is that just us? We share the legend of El Pirata Sin Cabeza (the Headless Pirate) from Costa Rica, a spirit that is waiting for someone brave enough to take the gold it’s guarding & MJ shares an espooky story told to her about a ghost/witch protecting a treasure in a little Mexican town. Before we get to the stories, we have a spooky listener story, from Cristina’s mom. If you have an espooky story you want us to ...
Apr 16, 2021•32 min•Ep. 21
Home is supposed to be where you rest and feel safe, but what if something is there? Something so evil, you are not at peace. Today we explore a house turned museum in Guanajuato, Mexico called La Casa de Lamentos (House of Laments), which is said to be haunted by the many victims of a Mexican serial killer. We also share the tale of La Casa de Brujas, which was once the home of a shaman named Pachita, who to this day is said to haunt the place. Our guest, Spoken, shares tales of his haunted hou...
Apr 09, 2021•47 min•Ep. 20
El Ex Convento del Desierto de Leones in Mexico (or ex convent of the Desert of Lions) is one of the oldest in the country, with over 400 years of history. It was home of the Barefoot Carmelites, then for the military during the Mexican civil war and currently does year round spooky tours. Some say there are monks who never left the convent. Our guest tells us her very espooky encounter here, but first, we have a listener story about a haunted Goodwill. If you would like to share an espooky stor...
Apr 02, 2021•49 min•Ep. 19
La Tunda lures her victims into the jungles, hypnotizing them to be hers forever. This is a legend from Colombia and Ecuador, from the Afro-Colombia region of the Choco Department. Before we share the legend of La Tunda, hear an Espookies’ story about the extremely haunted Jerome Hotel in Arizona, CA. Watch us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales? Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/espookytales Email us your spooky stories or folklore you want us to discuss: espookytales@gmail.com ...
Mar 26, 2021•31 min•Ep. 18
La Xtabay is a Mayan legend about a female demon who lures men to their death. This tale begins with the story of two beautiful sisters, who were completely different. How did one of these two sisters become the terrifying Xtabay? Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/espookytales Email us your spooky stories or folklore you want us to discuss: espookytales@gmail.com Support Espooky Tales: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/espookytales Music Credit: Silent Night (Dark Piano Version)-Myuu Link for sou...
Mar 19, 2021•35 min•Ep. 17
La Viuda Negra is a woman, spending eternity seeking revenge. This legend is most commonly heard in South America, specifically Bolivia, Chile and Argentina. It bears similarities to the legends of La Siguanaba and La Llorona. Don't roam after midnight for one does not survive an encounter with her. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/espookytales Email us your spooky stories or folklore you want us to discuss: espookytales@gmail.com Support Espooky Tales: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/espookyt...
Mar 12, 2021•26 min•Ep. 16
AAAH Zombies! When we think of zombies, it’s the flesh-eating, skin-rotting undead beings in today’s culture, but did you know the history of zombies dates back to the 17th century in Haiti? We talk zombie history, it’s ties to the colonization of Haiti and slavery and discuss real life zombie cases! Like the ant-zombie and Cotard’s Syndrome. Instagram: instagram.com/espookytales Email us your spooky stories or folklore you want us to discuss: espookytales@gmail.com Support Espooky Tales: https:...
Mar 05, 2021•39 min•Ep. 15
Oh school, the memories, recess, lunchtime, books, friends and… ghosts?? These are tales of espooky escuelas, haunted schools. We share the legend of a spooky school, Preparatoria Federal in TIjuana, Mexico, whose students and faculty claim to see the spirit of a headless dancer and the very haunted tales of El Paso High, in El Paso Texas. El Paso High was awarded the most haunted school in the United States. Our guest Carmen, of Novelas Con Cafecito podcast, shares with us the tales of her scho...
Feb 26, 2021•35 min•Ep. 14
The legend of the Lechuza is one familiar to many Mexican and Mexican-American people. Sightings of this giant white owl (though sometimes black) have been reported in the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Durango, Nuevo Leon and Tamaulipas and in Rio grande Valley of Texas and California, especially southern CA. Legend tells that the Lechuza is a witch who seeks revenge and is said to carry off people to eat, whistle like a baby to lure you outside and more. We also share other stories of ...
Feb 19, 2021•37 min•Ep. 13
Has anyone else had the feeling that we are not alone? UFO sightings are the most reported paranormal encounter in the world and today our guest, a long time friend of MJ, shares an espooky encounter with us. This encounter took place in Modesto, CA, why is it always Modesto? MJ shares a story from a small town in Mexico and the most famous sighting from Brazil, from Varginha in 1996 and we share the tale of the strange dead zone, La Zona de Silenco (the Zone of Silence), found in the Mapimi Des...
Feb 12, 2021•46 min•Ep. 12
CW: Story contains abuse, child abuse, and death The story of La Llorona is one as old as time, the origin of the story is unknown, but it dates back to colonial times. It is safe to say every Latinx child was once afraid to hear “ay mis hijos”. We share the legend everyone knows, but we also share a less known version of la Llorona, once that MJ heard years ago and the legend of La Llorona de San Pablo Del Monte. San Pablo Del Monte is a town in the Mexican state of Tlaxcala. Vanessa, host of L...
Feb 05, 2021•30 min•Ep. 11
Many mines have a rich but troubling history. We share the legend of El Jergas, a ghost in the abandoned mines of Real de Catorce in San Luis Potosi, Mexico and the famous Mina Dos Estrellas located in Michoacan, Mexico (a mine so scary it was featured on MTV’s Fear twice). Albie Robles, voice actor and host of the amazing Scare Me podcast, joins us to share his espooky experience in a mining town. Find Scare Me Podcast https://scareme.albieroblesvoice.com/ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/...
Jan 29, 2021•39 min•Ep. 10
El Hombre Del Saco is a legend told to children in Spain, Brazil, Portugal, Chile and Argentina (it is known as El Viejo Del Saco /the old man with a bag in Chile and Argentina) and as El Roba Chicos (child stealer) in Mexico. A real crime in Spain in the year 1910 caused the legend to spread and for parents and children alike to fear El Hombre Del Saco. We explore Sack Man legends from all over the world, and came by a really surprising boogeyman figure from Hungary called Rézfaszú Bagoly. Foll...
Jan 22, 2021•31 min•Ep. 9
El Padre sin Cabeza (the Headless Priest) is a legend that has become part of Salvadoran folklore, but it is a tale that can be heard in almost every Latin American country, though each version varies. We share the version from El Salvador, as well as Mexico and Guatemala. In El Salvador, this legend originates from the Spanish Inquisition and In Mexico it originates from la guerra de los cristeros (the Cristero war). We do share some thoughts on the 1/6/21 attack on the capitol building, so if ...
Jan 15, 2021•29 min•Ep. 8
The Legend of La Monja Del Hopsital Civil (The Nun of the Civil Hospital) is well known to those in Guadalajara, Mexico. Many people have seen this spirit roaming the halls and rooms of the oldest hospital in Guadalajara. MJ also shares a different hospital ghost story of a dear friend. We hope you enjoy- Cristina & MJ. Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/espookytales Email us your spooky stories or folklore you want us to discuss: espookytales@gmail.com Support Espooky Tales: https://www....
Jan 08, 2021•34 min•Ep. 7
