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Undertow: Familiar Haunts

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Undertow is Realm’s showcase of original horror stories. Hosted by audio horror pioneer and creator Fred Greenhalgh, each season presents a spooky standalone series, so you can dive in anytime... if you dare! Current Season: Familiar Haunts From haunted houses to remote islands, late night radio transmissions to witchcraft, these character-forward stories reveal how the past is never truly gone, and humanity may be the most ruthless monster of them all. Craving More Frights? Explore Past Seasons: Season 1: Simpson Falls - A reporter awakens malevolent forces in his haunted hometown. Season 2: Blood Forest - Every 20 years, werewolves descend for a night of horror. Starring Jack Falahee. Season 3: Dark Tome - A teen unleashes a terrifying story from a spooky bookshop. Season 4: The Well - Family secrets resurface, setting loose horror from an old well. Season 5: The Pulse - A meteorite awakens animalistic instincts in a group of treasure hunters. Season 6: The Sisters - True events inspire a chilling tale of occult & possession. Starring Mae Whitman. Season 7: Last Call - A hustler gambles for his life against the Grim Reaper. Season 8: Narcosis - A rescue dive turns deadly beneath the waves. Season 9: The Harrowing - A barbaric crime heralds the rise of an ancient evil. Season 10: Hovering - A police officer is pulled into unimaginable circumstances when he starts investigating calls about an object in the sky. Season 11: Trio of Nightmares - Three bone-chilling novellas from Maine writers Chris Bernier, Katherine Silva, and Morgan Sylvia. Binge Ad-Free & Early! Subscribe at realm.fm.
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Introducing: The Warning Woods

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Dec 27, 20241 hr 3 min

Introducing: Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest (family-friendly!)

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Dec 20, 202434 min

The Devil's Chair - Part 2

We return to coastal Maine where Dearbhla Ashe has her career in comedy threatened by a young upstart. Will she coach this new young talent, or succumb to demons within to advance her own path… and at what cost? Listen to Part 2, the shocking conclusion of THE DEVIL'S CHAIR, by Irish playwright and actress Méabh de Brún (The Silt Verses, Secret of St. Kilda). Written by Méabh de Brún Starring Méabh de Brún Directed by Fred Greenhalgh Produced by Fred Greenhalgh and Ella Watts. Dialogue editing, ...

Dec 13, 202430 minSeason 11Ep. 2

The Devil's Chair - Part 1

Dearbhla Ashe has always wanted a career in comedy, and has suffered hard to get as far as she has - a nightly show in a dilapidated hotel on a sleepy coastal town in Maine. It might be enough, but the appearance of a young, new comedic star forces her to choose whether to foster new talent or fight for her own position on stage. Listen in for Part 1 of the riveting new work of audio horror, THE DEVIL'S CHAIR, by Irish playwright and actress Méabh de Brún (The Silt Verses, Secret of St. Kilda). ...

Dec 06, 202437 minSeason 11Ep. 1

Introducing: Real Hauntings Real Ghost Stories

Hello, Undertow listeners! This week, we’re thrilled to introduce you to a spooky podcast from the Realm network — Real Hauntings Real Ghost Stories ! Join hosts Noah Daniels, JJ Krehbiel, and Cat Clark as they blend humor and horror in captivating interviews with guests who share their firsthand encounters with ghosts and other supernatural experiences. Each episode delves into spine-chilling tales and eerie events that will leave you both laughing and trembling. Evil Ghost Lady Tried to Take M...

Nov 29, 202442 min

Introducing: That Scares Me Too

Hello, Undertow listeners! This week, we’re thrilled to introduce you to a chilling podcast from the Realm network — That Scares Me Too ! Join Dr. Sophie Yang and K.A. Statz as they discuss myths and tales of horror from Taiwan and Asia. Together, they compare and contrast stories from their cultures and talk about the shared humanity that is fear. That Scares Me Too is a Fool and Scholar Production. To listen to more episodes, find That Scares Me Too on any podcast platform or visit: lnk.to/Tha...

Nov 22, 202449 min

Introducing: How i Died

Hello, Undertow listeners! Today, we're introducing you to How i Died , an award-winning full-cast fiction podcast that blends murder mysteries with a supernatural twist. Bodies are piling up in the strange town of Springfield, and forensic pathologist Jonathan Spacer intends to find out why. But, Jon isn’t without his own secrets… He can talk to the dead, for starters. A full-cast serial fiction podcast for mature audiences. How i Died (Season 1, Episode 1) - Shellfish: Jon Spacer is new to Spr...

Nov 15, 202430 min

Hovering, Interview with Creators

The mysteries in the small town of Durham persist, but some answers will come in our conversation with HOVERING series creator Alex Duncan, and producer Cléa Frost. We talk their scrappy, lo-fi approach to recording naturalistic audio, the journey to Hovering's creation, and whether they think the truth is really out there, or not. Learn more about Alex's work, alexander-duncan.com and Cléa's Plot Twist, plottwist.au Looking for more Realm shows? Check out OUTLIERS voiced by Rory Culkin, IF I GO...

Nov 08, 202435 minSeason 10Ep. 8

Hovering, E7

Kyle has a breakthrough in the missing person’s case, but his relationship with Rupert has been pushed too far. Toby decides it’s time to give up - and makes a huge revelation. The fate of the missing person is revealed. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Duncan - Kyle Grinham Shayne Francis - Glenda Grinham Lily Fish - Toby Arcott Simon Corfield - Rupert Artemis Ioannides - Tenille Aaron Walton - Nathan...

Nov 01, 202420 minSeason 10Ep. 7

Hovering, E6

Toby’s rash decision causes a media circus to descend on Durham. But when a brash news team links him to the missing person's case, Toby finds himself in hot water with everyone, including Hazel. Meanwhile, another witness reports being followed, but Glenda refuses to take it seriously. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Duncan - Kyle Grinham Shayne Francis - Glenda Grinham Lily Fish - Toby Arcott Simon ...

Oct 25, 202420 minSeason 10Ep. 6

Hovering, E5

After pushing Hazel too far, Toby resorts to spying to further his investigation. In the process, he uncovers multiple secrets that threaten to rock the town to its core. In a desperate attempt to draw attention to his cause, Toby decides to do something rash. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Duncan - Kyle Grinham Shayne Francis - Glenda Grinham Lily Fish - Toby Arcott Simon Corfield - Rupert Artemis I...

Oct 18, 202419 minSeason 10Ep. 5

Hovering, E4

Spectacularly unimpressed with his efforts, Glenda orders Kyle to bring in town hooligan Nathan, and cease all other lines of inquiry. Instead, Kyle causes a scene at the cafe where Tenille works and calls on local churchgoer Fern, whose daughter he saw running away from the beach. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Duncan - Kyle Grinham Shayne Francis - Glenda Grinham Lily Fish - Toby Arcott Simon Corfi...

Oct 11, 202418 minSeason 10Ep. 4

Hovering, E3

Kyle interviews Leo, who he caught speeding on the night of the incident. Meanwhile, convinced the local cops are useless, Toby starts his own investigation with Leo’s daughter Hazel, who has some surprisingly good intel. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Duncan - Kyle Grinham Shayne Francis - Glenda Grinham Lily Fish - Toby Arcott Simon Corfield - Rupert Artemis Ioannides - Tenille Aaron Walton - Natha...

Oct 04, 202417 minSeason 10Ep. 3

Hovering, E2

Kyle plays Rupert the rest of his interaction with the people who witnessed the object in the sky. Determined to find a rational explanation for what happened, Rupert worries that Kyle might push his investigation too far. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Duncan - Kyle Grinham Shayne Francis - Glenda Grinham Lily Fish - Toby Arcott Simon Corfield - Rupert Artemis Ioannides - Tenille Aaron Walton - Nath...

Sep 27, 202418 minSeason 10Ep. 2

Hovering, E1

When multiple residents of a small coastal town report seeing a strange object in the night sky, sceptical local cop Kyle Grinham takes it upon himself to resolve the mystery. Knowing his boss - a.k.a. his mum - won’t take these strange events seriously, Kyle tries to make sense of it all by sharing his official recordings with Rupert, the man he’s dating in secret. HOVERING was written and created by Alex Duncan Directed by Alex Duncan Produced by Plot Twist, Cléa Frost and Alex Duncan Alex Dun...

Sep 20, 202421 minSeason 10Ep. 1

Introducing Hovering

When multiple residents of an Australian country town report seeing a strange object in the night sky, skeptical local cop Kyle Grinham takes upon himself to investigate. But as he does, Kyle stirs up all kinds of secrets in this sleepy coastal village - some of which are his own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 20243 min

Introducing: SLAY

Undertow is thrilled to introduce you to SLAY , the spine-tingling podcast from #1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Sigler. SLAY follows the Man in Grey, a mysterious figure who’s hired to carry out other people’s murders. Dark, twisted, and full of shocking thrills, SLAY is in its second season, so now is the perfect time to dive in! In this episode (Season 1, Episode 1: Ugly Christmas Sweaters), get a taste of Sigler’s signature horror style as we introduce you to the terrifying world o...

Sep 13, 202436 min

Introducing: Dark Dice

Hello, horror aficionados! Welcome to Dark Dice, where the game is real, and so is the fear. Dark Dice is the horror actual play podcast where brave travelers step into a dark fantasy world teeming with dragons, monsters, and unimaginable terror. With every twist and turn, they face challenges that will leave them forever changed—if they make it out alive, that is. We’re about to drop you right into the heart of this terrifying adventure. So dim the lights, put on your headphones, and prepare yo...

Aug 30, 202448 min

The Harrowing, E8

The final confrontation looms. The great evil that has engulfed the island threatens a brutal revenge and Jackie finally comes to understand the terrible truth of what is happening on Toll Mòr. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 8 also features: Father McKenna - Alec Newman Mr Pryor - Adam James Inspector Carey - Rosalind Eleazar Twig - Sorcha Groundsell Raven - Jamie Michie Raven - Tom Crowley Raven / Police Constable - Scarlett M...

Jul 12, 202438 minSeason 9Ep. 8

The Harrowing, E7

After the battle, Kai is captured by Tanner. A shocking revelation makes Jackie question everything she knows. With her allegiances torn, she risks her life to protect Twig and the islanders. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 7 also features: Kai - Stewart Scudamore Raven / Ewan MacFarlane - Jamie Michie Raven / Karen Forbes - Hilary Maclean Raven / Paul Rutherford - Blair Kincaid Raven / Micky Brodsky - Tom Crowley Raven - Scarle...

Jul 05, 202444 minSeason 9Ep. 7

The Harrowing, E6

The arrival of a military rescue team on Good Friday buoys the islanders. Jackie joins Major Tanner and his troops as they set out across the inhospitable landscape to track down Kai and rescue his captive, Twig. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 6 also features: Ewan MacFarlane / Raven - Jamie Michie Micky Brodsky / Raven - Tom Crowley Maggie Webb / Raven - Hilary Maclean Paul Rutherford / Raven - Blair Kincaid Major Tanner - Reg...

Jun 28, 202428 minSeason 9Ep. 6

The Harrowing, E5

With the search effort frustrated, Jackie reads the old book Father McKenna gave her telling of an ancient and horrifying prophecy. On the other side of the island, Twig questions Kai, while he makes preparations for battle. Content warning: this episode contains a depiction of suicide that some people may find disturbing. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 5 also features: Alan Forbes - Stuart Martin Mr Pryor - Adam James Inspecto...

Jun 21, 202438 minSeason 9Ep. 5

The Harrowing, E4

With the stranger and the girl missing, Jackie has to tell the islanders what has happened and enlist their help conducting a search. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 4 also features: Reporter 1 - Tom Crowley Reporter 2 - Blair Kincaid Father McKenna - Alec Newman Reporter 3 - Hilary Maclean Ian Sullivan - Lewis Howden Inspector Carey - Rosalind Eleazar Alan Forbes - Stuart Martin Mr Pryor - Adam James Kai - Stewart Scudamore Twi...

Jun 14, 202432 minSeason 9Ep. 4

The Harrowing, E3

Jackie and Forbes attempt to interrogate the stranger, but are frustrated by his answers. Father McKenna seeks out Jackie to deliver a warning. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 3 also features: Father McKenna - Alec Newman Kathleen - Hilary Maclean Inspector Carey - Rosalind Eleazar Mr Pryor - Adam James Kai - Stewart Scudamore Alan Forbes - Stuart Martin Sound design is by Rich Evans and photography by Helen Murray. The executiv...

Jun 07, 202437 minSeason 9Ep. 3

The Harrowing, E2

The storm closes in and Jackie desperately searches for the missing girl. As Holy Wednesday turns to Maundy Thursday, a stranger is discovered near the Ward farmhouse. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 2 also features: Mr Pryor - Adam James Inspector Carey - Rosalind Eleazar Frank Guthrie - Lewis Howden Davey - Alex Graydon Twig - Sorcha Groundsell Alan Forbes - Stuart Martin Karen Forbes - Hilary Maclean The Stranger - Stewart Sc...

May 31, 202426 minSeason 9Ep. 2

The Harrowing, E1

Sergeant Jackie O'Hara arrives on the remote Isle of Toll Mòr to follow up an emergency call from local farmer Frank Guthrie. As the weather worsens and she makes her way inland, nothing can prepare her for what she's about to witness. The Harrowing is written by Mark Healy and stars Joanne Froggatt as Sergeant Jackie O'Hara. Episode 1 also features: The Stranger - Stewart Scudamore Father McKenna - Alec Newman Inspector Carey - Rosalind Eleazar Mr Pryor - Adam James Police Constable - Scarlett ...

May 24, 202433 minSeason 9Ep. 1

Introducing The Harrowing

Golden Globe winner Joanne Froggatt stars as Police Sergeant Jackie O'Hara in The Harrowing, the next Undertow series. A once-in-a-century storm hits the remote Scottish Island of Toll Mòr. As the isolated community takes shelter, a barbaric crime sets off a chain of events which heralds the rise of an ancient evil and threatens to change the course of history. The Harrowing is an 8-part supernatural thriller created by acclaimed writer and director Mark Healy and produced by Storyglass. Learn m...

May 17, 20242 min

Introducing The Leviathan Chronicles

This week, we would like to introduce you to The Leviathan Chronicles, a podcast distributed by Realm. A highly advanced Chinese submarine, the Hei Ten Shi, is on a mysterious mission to deliver an otherworldly cargo to the Marianas Trench, the deepest part of the Earth's ocean. The Chinese vessel suffers damage while maneuvering through the tight oceanic canyons. Because the vessel is now sinking rapidly, it enters a race against time to reach its destination, deliver its cargo and rise to the ...

Apr 26, 202442 min

Interview with Narcosis Writer Chris Bernier

We've wrapped Narcosis, our tale of a horror in the deep near Maine's (fictional) Sinclair Island. In this in-depth interview, series creator and Undertow host Fred Greenhalgh goes deep with lead writer Chris Bernier about the journey to bring Narcosis to life. We talk folk horror, the gothic nature of the Pine Tree state, and discuss why horror needs comedy and comedy needs horror. SPOILER WARNING: Contains spoilers for the Undertow series Narcosis, make sure to listen first. For more shows lik...

Mar 22, 202434 min

Narcosis, E9

The ritual goes awry – and now the Queen is loose. Narcosis was created by Fred Greenhalgh and Chris Bernier. Written by Chris Bernier, Additional Writing by Fred Greenhalgh. Directed by Fred Greenhalgh. Produced by Fred Greenhalgh and Rhoda Belleza. Executive Producers: John Brooks and Molly Barton. Production Manager Devin Shepherd. Production Coordinator Angela Yih. Voices by Molly Hager, Shalini Bathina, Eian O'Brien, Zoe Glick, Erin Neufer, Matthew Jaeger, Jonathon Buckley, Kimberly-Sue Mur...

Mar 15, 202421 minSeason 8Ep. 9
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