Brittnay and her family are trying to get out of the path of Hurricane Rita. But when they get stuck out on the road… all they can do is pray for a miracle. Thank you to Brittnay and her parents Steve and Cindy for sharing their story with Spooked. Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot Happy New Year, Spooksters! We are so grateful for all of you. Our spooky fam can’t wait to travel to the other side of the veil again with you this year....
Jan 05, 2024•29 min•Ep 104•Transcript available on Metacast When Richard moves into an old farmhouse next to a big cornfield, he’s pretty sure that it’s haunted. And the ghosts… well, they’re not exactly friendly. He wants to know: how does he protect himself from supernatural forces? Thank you, Richard Haynie, for sharing your story with us. Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Leon Moriomoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Dec 29, 2023•35 min•Ep 103•Transcript available on Metacast Sarah and her dad are hearing the same noise. It’s coming from somewhere upstairs, from somewhere in the wall. It sounds like someone’s talking, whispering, murmuring. Thank you, Sarah and Richard Benkin for sharing your story. If you want more scary stories from Sarah, check out her horror anthologies, Then It Was Dark and Built on Strange Ground . Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score Leon Morimoto...
Dec 22, 2023•25 min•Ep 102•Transcript available on Metacast One wrong turn leads Kyan and his friends to the most sinister encounter of their lives. This story contains explicit language, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thanks to Kyan Bond for sharing his story! If you know what’s up with Buffer Night, drop us a line, and we’ll make sure Kyan gets it. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Dirk Schwartzhoff, artwork by Teo Ducot
Dec 15, 2023•23 min•Ep 101•Transcript available on Metacast Strange creatures don't just live under your bed. Oh no. In this Spooked episode, we dive deep into the waters of an Oregon lake & travel to the island of Montserrat to bring you tales of things that go bump in the night. STORIES Devil’s Lake Zack is visiting the Oregon Coast with family when he, his dad, and his uncle decide to head to nearby Devil’s Lake to do some fishing. When a creature with greenish blue skin jumps out of the water to grab him he begins to understand the true darkness of t...
Dec 08, 2023•39 min•Ep 100•Transcript available on Metacast When Elizabeth was 19, she got a job as an au pair for an 11-year-old girl named Amy. The girl and her parents lived on a horse farm in rural Georgia - it was remote and beautiful. But at night, when the house got dark and quiet, someone moved through the halls, waiting, and watching for Elizabeth. Thanks, Elizabeth, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Dec 01, 2023•36 min•Ep 99•Transcript available on Metacast It’s the 1990s in Popoyán, Colombia. Twenty-year-old Humberto and his two best friends Jairo and Mauricio set off for an adventure in the woods. They think they’re invincible–but they’re no match for what they encounter. Thank you, thank you, Humberto for sharing your story with us! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lalin St. Juste, artwork by Teo Ducot
Nov 24, 2023•26 min•Ep 98•Transcript available on Metacast What happens when everyone in the family can see the same specter… but they don’t tell each other for years? This story contains explicit language - sensitive listeners please be advised. Thanks to Michelle, Sherri, and Ed for sharing your story with the Spooked. This story comes to us from the Stories with Sapphire podcast , listen & subscribe for some scary stuff! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot...
Nov 17, 2023•29 min•Ep 97•Transcript available on Metacast When Antonio and his sister Anita were growing up in Texas, their family didn’t have much money. That’s why they were so excited to move into their very own home, even if it was a little run-down. It turns out, the home already had an occupant. Thank you, Antonio and Anita, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
Nov 10, 2023•27 min•Ep 96•Transcript available on Metacast When Ray was a kid, he took care of all the animals in his neighborhood… even after they were gone. Thanks, Ray, for sharing your story with us! Ray’s podcast, What’s Ray Saying , returns next week! Enter a world of Southern-baked personal narratives and Black American history. New episodes drop November 8, 2023. Original score by Lauryn Newson, produced by Chris Hambrick, artwork by Teo Ducot...
Nov 03, 2023•25 min•Ep 95•Transcript available on Metacast Nate and Keith love to explore the forests in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, hunting for stones and crystals to add to their collection. But something out there is also on the hunt… for them. Thank you Nate for sharing your story with Spooked! Original score by Doug Stuart, produced by Erick Yáñez, artwork by Teo Ducot HAPPY HALLOWEEN SPOOKSTERS!!! We appreciate each and every one of you so so much. Cheers to you and yours this spooky season
Oct 31, 2023•29 min•Ep 94•Transcript available on Metacast When a creature shows itself, wonder fills you, terror compels you, but which will you follow? Two friends in the countryside, and two men at sea are put to the test by mysterious beings. STORIES Silver Man When Martin and Louise visit an abandoned house, something is waiting for them–but not on the grounds. Thanks, Martin, for sharing the mystery with us. Original score by Clay Xavier, produced by Anne Ford Somethin’ Fishy As a fisherman, Clyde spends most of his time on the water. He’s seen al...
Oct 27, 2023•30 min•Ep 93•Transcript available on Metacast Sherry and her husband keep seeing a hooded figure around their farm in Nova Scotia. She isn’t a ghost. She’s there to collect souls. Thank you, Sherry, for sharing your story. Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
Oct 20, 2023•32 min•Ep 92•Transcript available on Metacast The Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast on the Oregon Coast used to be a lightkeeper’s home–and it has a reputation for being very haunted. So Spooked producer, Zoë Ferrigno, went to investigate. Original score by Doug Stuart, produced by Pam Porter’s Granddaughter, Zoë Ferrigno, artwork by Teo Ducot Happy Friday the 13th, Spooksters!!!
Oct 13, 2023•40 min•Ep 91•Transcript available on Metacast Sure, you’ve heard of a gnome, a troll, a sprite, an orc, a Babadook, a centaur, a tomten... but have you ever heard of a Domovoi? Thank you, Nikita, for sharing your story with us. We also want to thank Laura at the Paranormal Scholar for helping us find this amazing story. Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Leon Moriomoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Oct 06, 2023•26 min•Ep 90•Transcript available on Metacast Sometimes the spirits we encounter are benevolent and kind — like guardian angels. And sometimes, they wait, and watch, and wish us ill. STORIES Eunice Tiffany’s keeps waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone walking around her room. Finally, one night, a woman materializes right in front of her, wearing the snazziest business casual attire she’s ever seen. But there’s one problem: this woman is a ghost. Thank you, Tiffany, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Ann...
Sep 29, 2023•44 min•Ep 89•Transcript available on Metacast Traditional-Filipino-tattoo practitioner, Lane Wilcken , is never scared when ancestral spirits visit during tattoo sessions. He knows that those spirits, the ones that are just stopping by, aren’t the ones you have to worry about. Thank you, Lane Wilcken, for sharing your story with us! Lane wrote the book on traditional Filipino tattooing — Filipino Tattoos: Ancient to Modern . Today, Lane is one of only twenty people in the world who practice Filipino tattooing in its traditional form. Origin...
Sep 22, 2023•38 min•Ep 88•Transcript available on Metacast Some folks live in haunted houses. The ghosts get cozy, they move in and they don’t move out. But what if your whole neighborhood is haunted? Thank you so much, Caroline Liu, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Sep 15, 2023•33 min•Ep 87•Transcript available on Metacast Things can seem to creep and lurk in the dark — especially when you’re on duty. STORIES Night Watch When Dave took on the graveyard shift at the station, he saw all kinds of stuff. But he never saw anything quite like this. Thank you, Dave, for sharing your story with the Spooked. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Davey Kim Steakout Kevin joins the force and soon realizes that he can help everyone who crosses his path — whether they’re living or dead. In the interest of protecting his ...
Sep 08, 2023•35 min•Ep 86•Transcript available on Metacast On Kevin’s night shift at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, things get wet, wild, and very very weird. BIG thanks to Kevin Wright and the magical Monterey Bay Aquarium. Thanks also to KAZU Radio in Monterey, California for its assistance. Original score by Yari Bundy & Renzo Gorrio, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot
Sep 01, 2023•26 min•Ep 85•Transcript available on Metacast Arin is living with his parents and siblings in Washington state when some of his long-forgotten childhood memories start coming back to him. BIG thanks to, Arin and Mallory, for sharing your story with us here at Spooked! Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Richard Haig, artwork by Teo Ducot
Aug 25, 2023•28 min•Ep 84•Transcript available on Metacast You’ve heard of “Sexual Healing” but have you heard of a sexual demon? This week on Spooked, we take you to the Hollywood Hills to meet a demonic seductress. Thank you so much, Colin, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Doug Stewart, artwork by Teo Ducot
Aug 18, 2023•14 min•Ep 83•Transcript available on Metacast When the Big Guy shows up, you keep your mouth shut. Be afraid… Thank you to our storyteller for sharing his experiences. Original score by Yari Bundy, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot
Aug 11, 2023•20 min•Ep 82•Transcript available on Metacast Francisco finds a doll in his pocket every single day. And every single day, he gets sicker and weaker. He needs to get rid of these dolls... before they get rid of him. Big thanks to Francisco Vazquez for sharing your story with the Spooked. Produced by Fernando Hernandez and Erick Yanez, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
Aug 04, 2023•26 min•Ep 81•Transcript available on Metacast Diana knows that the little girl she keeps seeing in her house is a ghost. But what she doesn’t know is if this ghost means her family any harm. Thank you, Diana, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Jul 28, 2023•26 min•Ep 80•Transcript available on Metacast Pati is really young when she loses her best friend and isn’t sure she’ll ever see him again. Until one day, he shows up, asking to play. Thank you, Pati, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Jul 21, 2023•30 min•Ep 79•Transcript available on Metacast He’s a happy, all-American, baseball-loving kid. Then the fires start. Many thanks to storyteller for sharing his experiences! Original score by Yari Bundy, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot Episodes drop weekly. Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free wherever you get your podcasts!
Jul 14, 2023•27 min•Ep 78•Transcript available on Metacast Josh moves into an old hotel in Pittsburgh to help his family renovate it. As he starts to experience things he can’t explain, it quickly becomes clear to him that some people may have never left. Thank you, Josh, for sharing your story with Spooked! Original score by Daniel Riera, produced by Marisa Dodge
Jul 07, 2023•28 min•Ep 77•Transcript available on Metacast Howling wind. Swirling fog. What lurks in the mist? To whom is the wind calling? Route 666 Michael Kilpatrick is coming home from the venue, celebrating a great show. He’s taking a familiar road. But tonight, the conditions are bad: hard wind, rain, and… frogs? Thank you, Michael, for sharing your story. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto Widow’s Walk Bubba has worked at the same lighthouse in coastal Maine for years. And even though the isolation has made his coworkers cr...
Jun 30, 2023•33 min•Ep 76•Transcript available on Metacast Tiyi just wants to get away from the man in the closet. What happens next changes her life forever. Thank you, Tiyi Schippers, for sharing your story with us! You can find more of her creepy tales on YouTube. Original score by Leon Morimoto, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot Spooked episodes drop weekly! Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free wherever you get your podcasts!...
Jun 23, 2023•33 min•Ep 75•Transcript available on Metacast 
