No one’s family is really normal. We all have our own unique circumstances, baggage and secrets. But at the end of the day family, be it chosen or biological, is bound together. Sometimes that’s a good thing to have your family's protection. But sometimes, it’s your family that can lead you down a dangerous path that you may not survive. Either way, family is always there. First, red eyes scream danger Followed by dying to escape Then, where the dead reside Finally in our featured story, monster...
Feb 21, 2023•32 min•Ep. 224
It's Valentine's day, so we want to send our love and appreciation to all of our fans for tuning in every week. While many people are wandering around today like love sick puppies, filled with joy, there are those of us that know the truth. That people lie and hearts get broken. There are evil spirits and evil doers who will prey on the emotions of the vulnerable to get what they want. At best you're left heartbroken, but at worst, you'll be left dead. First, vengeance for love Followed by death...
Feb 14, 2023•36 min•Ep. 223
It’s Black history month and here at Something Scary we are thrilled to feature and uplift the voices of talented Black writers in our horror community. Make sure you listen each week in February to hear tales from these amazing writers. Let’s go back to basics with stories of the thing that haunts us all, ghosts. Whether you’re someone who can see them or not, they are always there, lurking around us. The spirits of the dead, the tormented and evil are here, and you better pray they don’t have ...
Feb 07, 2023•33 min•Ep. 222
We all respect healthcare workers and those who work to heal the afflicted. But a job that intense must be difficult to leave it at work and not take things personally. Alll humans can be affected by burnout and lack of sleep. And for those in high stakes jobs, one little slip up can be deadly. It's not only patients that suffer, they may inadvertently end up destroying themselves as well. First, you can’t stop what isn’t there Followed by don’t get bit Then, a brush with death Finally in our fe...
Jan 31, 2023•33 min•Ep. 221
We all know the places that you cannot go, or that are off limits. Sometimes we’re deterred by parents or trusted adults. Sometimes we hear urban legends and horror stories that warn us of certain locations that are dangerous and harmful. But sometimes… It's the danger that draws us in. The opportunity to be the explorer, the adventurous one who will go where no one else dares. And sometimes, trespassing in those places, will for sure get you killed. First, a longing that kills you Followed by a...
Jan 24, 2023•36 min•Ep. 220
After the holidays, some of us are happy to have a break from family. We may even enjoy some time all alone in the middle of nowhere. And while some find comfort in the solitude... it can also be terrifying. The middle of nowhere is where the outcasts lurk, unsettled spirits roam, and beings stuck with our own thoughts may drive us insane. First, a cautionary tale Followed by something sinister in the house Then, the darkness is calling Finally in our featured story, beware of angering the G-ds ...
Jan 17, 2023•37 min•Ep. 219
The holidays are officially over and we're all getting back to our old routines. But still with us from the holidays are all of the gifts and toys we may have received. Some of our presents turn into our most prized possessions. Others get buried under clutter in our closets. But many objects can take on a life of their own. And if that trinket or toy doesn't like the way it's being treated, it will find a way to take revenge and get back at you. The toys will takeover and it won’t be pretty. Fi...
Jan 10, 2023•36 min•Ep. 218
So many of us go into the new year with a positive attitude, hope, and lots of resolutions. We make the choice to be better human beings who are kinder to one another. But we all have our inner demons. Good intentions for a fresh start can quickly turn into laziness, resentment, and even seeking revenge for those who have wronged you. And when those inner demons are uncaged, there’s no telling the damage you cause. First, a mothers biggest fear Followed by dark secrets buried Then, who’s the rea...
Jan 03, 2023•33 min•Ep. 217
Tis the season for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and the New Year! While we are celebrating with their family or friends, we let down our guard and enjoy the season. And it’s then, when we're not paying attention, that we're most vulnerable. We're open to evil spirits, and terrible people who take advantage of our good intentions. For those who become the victims, it won't be a happy holiday, but a very bloody one. First, a deal with the devil Followed by one last miracle Then, a murderous myste...
Dec 20, 2022•38 min•Ep. 216
As the leaves die and fall off the trees, and the crisp, cold air sets into our bones, we know that winter is coming. The world becomes more quiet, and we bundle up in our homes. But while we're inside, evil creatures that thrive in the frigid cold come out to play. And if you're out there, too, it might be the last winter you see. First, the lesser of two evils Followed by a deadly discovery Then, run for your life Finally in our featured story, a horror forgotten Thanks to our sponsors! • Go t...
Dec 13, 2022•33 min•Ep. 215
We have all had that sickening feeling in the pit of our stomachs. A feeling that tells us: you are not alone. Sometimes we come to know we're surrounded by the spirits of our loved ones. They're cheering us on from beyond the grave. But when it's not the angels, it's the demon's from beyond. Those entities that appear where they're least wanted. They lurk, they stalk, they creep. And they will be the end of us. First, IT waits till you are sleeping Followed by a demon inside Then, the soul defe...
Dec 06, 2022•34 min•Ep. 214
We all strive to have meaning and peace in our daily lives. To go through life stress free and pain free. But some of us are plagued with anxiety, pressure, and fear brought on by our day to day duties. And although some of us are tormented by our own demons, others are alarmed by entities that stalk them. Either way, there is no escape from the torcher. First, trapped with no escape Followed by a killers regret Then, contagious insanity Finally in our featured story, a murder on the loose Thank...
Nov 29, 2022•33 min•Ep. 213
Thanksgiving is meant to be a time reserved for counting your blessings, expressing your thanks, and to celebrate those you call family. But not all families look like the happy stock photos in a picture frame. Some households are fighting, plagued with ill fortune, or suffer from familia curses. For some, going home for the holidays with family is a death trap. First, deadly family feud Followed by ancient apparitions Then, the wish of death Finally in our featured story, whistle and die Thanks...
Nov 22, 2022•35 min•Ep. 212
In honor of Veteran’s Day, we return with one of our most popular themes: the Ghosts of War. War is a terrible thing and in the aftermath the places and people affected become scarred forever. And those who die take their experiences from the battlefield with them into the afterlife, leaving them with damage long after the fight is over. First, collateral damage Followed by the surprise kill Then, a deadly rescue Finally in our featured story, siren’s of war Thanks to our sponsors! • This episod...
Nov 15, 2022•35 min•Ep. 211
We've all experienced being somewhere and getting that pit in our stomach that tells us "I shouldn't be here". And we should trust our gut. Some places are filled with negative energy, dark vibes, or even worse, pure evil. A place like a cave, house, burial ground or anywhere that something terrible has previously happened will hold angry spirits and demons of the past. Be careful, because if you enter, you might die. First, when plans go awry Followed by a deadly sacrifice Then, the hunted Fina...
Nov 08, 2022•33 min•Ep. 210
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Nov 03, 2022•9 min
We are all born into this world, live our lives, and then die. It's something everyone of us will experience. Although we shouldn't fear death, fearing the dead is a different story. Souls trapped on the wrong side, waiting to be freed, or ready to do damage to those who harmed them on earth. So be aware of the dead among us. First, death in Sleepy Hollow Followed by bedtime blues Then, the house breaths Finally in our featured story, the Day of the Dead Do you want to connect with other people ...
Nov 01, 2022•37 min•Ep. 209
Happy Halloween! We thought we’d drop you a special treat to get your day started. FLICKER is a story of what happens when you idolize someone a little too much. And you believe what you see on the screen is real. Just don’t stop moving and never ever let the candle burn out. Written and narrated by Jed Shepherd with Something Scary podcast co-host Blair Bathory. Shepherd is the creator of "the scariest movie of the decade", HOST, which he wrote and executive produced. If you’d like to see FLICK...
Oct 31, 2022•16 min•Ep. 208
The universe has a mind of its own, and we're all subject to it's wrath at certain times. Like when mercury is in retrograde, or when there's a full moon, or on All Hallows Eve, the night of Halloween. The universe expands to welcome the paranormal, and make good people do crazy things. There's no anticipating the chaos and hauntings that can happen to you on halloween. First, curiosity killed the cat Followed by a towns murderous curse Then, more death in Salem And in a special bonus story, No ...
Oct 25, 2022•39 min•Ep. 207
The dark night becomes a playground for all of us during the halloween season. But we don't realize we're contenting with the supernatural who thrive in the dark. Entities, spirits and creatures who are so vile looking they can only come out at night. If we're not prepared, the monsters may kill us, before we even have a chance to yell boo. First, a dog eat dog world Followed by the masked monster Then, truth that kills Finally in our featured story, laughter made of nightmares Kick off the spoo...
Oct 18, 2022•33 min•Ep. 206
It's spooky season so we're all on edge. Getting a good scare from horror movies and haunted houses. We know to be on the lookout for witches, vampires and ghosts and while that is all "fun and games" we can’t let our guards down too much. While we're enjoying Halloween, there are those that use the opportunity to carry out evil plans and get away with it, because they're killers hiding in plain sight. First, an office nightmare Followed by being scared to death Then, stalked in the woods Finall...
Oct 11, 2022•32 min•Ep. 205
Halloween season is officially upon us! The leaves are beginning drop, the air is crisp, and as the nights get colder we can see our breath in dark. It's tempting to get in the spooky spirit watching horror movies with friends, and even lighting a few candles to see what paranormal entities you can conjure. But don't be fooled by what you think is just fun and games. Because there are evil spirits all around us, and they're just waiting for you to play with dark with magic, or accidentally open ...
Oct 04, 2022•40 min•Ep. 204
Hey everyone, I want to tell you about a new podcast from AMC Plus, in partnership with Pineapple Street Studios. It’s the AMC Plus Interview with the Vampire Podcast – a companion podcast to AMC’s new TV adaptation of the Anne Rice classic, which follows Louis de Pointe du Lac's epic story of love, blood and the perils of immortality, as told to the journalist Daniel Molloy. Hosted by comedian and vampire superfan Naomi Ekperigin (Nay-omi Eck-pari-again), each episode digs into these questions ...
Oct 03, 2022•3 min
Advancements in the medical field have been nothing short of a miraculous. Doctors can cure all types of diseases and ease the pain of the unwell. But going to a hospital can be scary. They are filled with the sick, dying and spirits of the already dead. Surrounded by all that death makes you question, if you go in, will you get out alive? First, healing the devil Followed by a malicious imposter Then, a tortured replacement Finally in our featured story, the dead don’t leave Thank you to our Sp...
Sep 27, 2022•29 min•Ep. 203
We go about our lives caught up in the day-to-day simple problems of family, school and work. But we forget that the devil and other evil entities are always looking for an opportunity to take us down. So if you’re not careful what path you’re headed down, it could be the path to hell. First, the sea beast of Ireland Followed by all roads lead to hell Then, it follows Finally in our featured story, deadly cult obsession • Go to huntakiller.com and use the code SCARY to get $10 off your purchase!...
Sep 20, 2022•31 min•Ep. 202
Have you ever knocked on wood to stop something bad from happening? Or avoided walking under a ladder? Then you’re superstitious. Superstitions come from common, yet irrational beliefs. They typically stem from folklore or urban legend. But how irrational is it, if it’s actually true? Today, September 13th is national Defy Superstition day. So, are you willing to break your mom's back, or die yourself to prove a superstition wrong? First we’ll tell you a story of the trapped and dying Followed b...
Sep 13, 2022•30 min•Ep. 201
It’s that time of year again when everyone has either started, or is gearing up for a new school year. Everyone gets a fresh start and new routines. But you’re also stepping into the unknown. Unknown schedules, classes and teachers. Fellow classmates coming back changed themselves. And when you don’t know what to expect, the unknown can be an extremely dangerous place. First, a brush with death Followed by the little girl from hell Then, into the unknown Finally in our featured story, a reminder...
Sep 06, 2022•31 min•Ep. 200
Infants and children represent innocence and hope for the future of our world. They need to be nurtured and protected by those who love them. But because kids can be so helpless, it leaves them vulnerable to sources of evil. They make for easy prey sought after by bad-actors for their youth. So we must look out for them, because if we’re not careful they could be taken by the dark side. First, an unwanted guest Followed by the feral child Then, don’t let them in Finally in our featured story, a ...
Aug 30, 2022•32 min•Ep. 199
Our nerves can be a good thing. They are a symptom of our instincts. Telling us something big is about to happen, be it exciting or dangerous. But when our nerves get over worked it can turn into anxiety and paranoia. Thinking something is always wrong could drive anyone mad. The question is are you just over reacting? Or is death lurking around the corner. First, breathless and dying Followed by a deadly time warp Then, a family haunting Finally in our featured story, killer nerves •James Patte...
Aug 23, 2022•32 min•Ep. 198
So many of us have four-legged, furry friends that we consider members of our family. Pets are there to greet, love, and console us, there's a reason they are called 'man's best friend'. But no matter how domesticated they are, they are still animals. And four-legged creatures, particularly ones in the wild, have their own agendas. They may be possessed by spirits, or will kill you if the circumstance is right. You must always be careful to never turn your back on an animal, because you never kn...
Aug 16, 2022•32 min•Ep. 197
