scary stories to tell in the dark

This week, Kristina brings back one of our favourite segments, "Let's Not Meet Again"... and it's just as terrifying as the last.

So, join us! Grab a drink, take a seat, & always lock your doors people.

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Have you ever felt the hair-raising chill of the supernatural breathing down your neck? Buckle up, my spooky compatriots, as we venture into the shadow-laden corridors of Sarah’s Brooklyn apartment, where the thin veil between this world and the next fluttered menacingly during her mother's last days. Her tale is a highlight in our special holiday edition, weaving through the heartache of loss and the eerie possibility of afterlife visitations. We're also peering into a new chapter of our podcast, putting the spotlight on one central, goosebump-inducing narrative rather than a collection of listener submissions, signaling an exciting evolution for our band of night owls.

As the Yuletide spirit wraps its icy fingers around us, don't miss my hauntingly personal encounter with a menacing shadow figure that clawed its way into my life post-Ouija board fiasco. If that's not enough to keep you by the fireplace, I've got a quirky film review to share: 'Anna and the Apocalypse,' a genre-busting zombie musical that brings a dash of undead mayhem to Christmas cheer. Plus, I'm tipping my hat to the 'Caffeinated Conspiracies' podcast—a treat for those who like their coffee strong and their theories stronger. It's an episode packed with thrills, chills, and a touch of heartwarming holiday spirit to see you through the longest of winter nights.

This week, Kristina kicks off the very spooky story of the Ammons Family Haunting... the tragic story of a family plagued with paranormal activity in their home... but no one believes them.

So, join us! Grab a drink, take a seat, & if you see something spooky... get out of there.

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The books of collected stories by Alvin Shwartz and their accompanying terrifying artwork by Stephen Gammell served as many children's gateway into reading or telling each other tales of the macabre! 

We discuss our favorite stories, the pictures that gave us nightmares, and the film that did the novels such justice.

Today's root beer is Olipop.

Intro and Outro music by Stereoalex on Pond5

This week, Kristina gets all hyped up for Spooky season with some chilling, yes somewhat nostalgic, stories from the cult classic, "Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark"... They're creepy, they're chilling, but ouf they're fun.

So, join us! Grab a drink, take a seat, & don't ever go near something come out of a corn field please.

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Are you ready to step into the unfathomable mysteries of the Olympic National Park? This episode of Missing 411 Case Files will take you on a thrilling journey, where we walk through the incredible diversity of this park, from its coastlines to dense forests, alpine grasslands, and glaciers, and even discuss the rehabilitation project of the Elwha River. We also touch upon the deep-rooted history of the park, featuring its indigenous tribes and their spiritual ties to this enchanted land. 

But, that's just the beginning. We then venture into the unexplained disappearances of three individuals - John Devine, an experienced hiker, Gilbert Gilman, an ex-US Army paratrooper, and a young child, Bryce Herder. Each of their stories is a chilling tale of mystery, the clues of which are scattered across the vast wilderness of the Olympic National Park. Together, let's try to piece together these baffling puzzles and ponder over what could have possibly led to their strange disappearances. Tune into this captivating episode of Missing 411 Case Files and dare to uncover the hidden secrets of the Olympic National Park.

Welcome to may landmark 50th episode of Spooky Island Radio where we tread the eerie path of the Appalachian Trail, exploring the bizarre and the unexplained. Are you brave enough to join me?

As we journey further, the trail grows dimmer, the woods denser, and the tales more terrifying. I will take you through chilling accounts of those who went missing on the Appalachian Trail, and pose the unthinkable question - could there be feral wild men or even cannibalistic creatures lurking in the shadows? We share the story of Dennis Martin, whose vanishing echoes in the hills, and discuss the spine-chilling horror films Wrong Turn and The Descent that depict the terrors hiding in the wilderness. 

In the concluding part of our episode, we turn our gaze skywards, recounting the enigmatic abduction of Betty and Barney Hill, the first case of its kind to ever gain credibility. As we follow their unsettling encounter with an ominous light, we can't help but wonder, are we really alone? We round off this episode with the tale of the towering Flatwoods Monster, a grotesque creature that has become a part of local folklore. So buckle up, dear listeners, as we cap off this milestone episode with a visit to the electrifying Flatwoods Monster Festival. Stay spooky!

► 3 REAL Disturbing Horror Stories from Reddit | INTO THE DARK #3
Here are some freaky experiences people have had...

• 0:33 Faces In The Window
• 3:29 Gas Station Creep
• 10:21 Elevator Down

► 5 Nightmarish Cabin Vacation Horror Stories | TRUTH OR TALE? #2
Everyone loves a little getaway. But death isn't one of the things you can exactly get away from. Here are five horrifying cabin nightmares. Some are true. Some are not. Can you guess which is which?

• 16:02 A Cold Night
• 17:17 Deadly Silent
• 18:24 Knock, Knock
• 19:36 Beneath the Surface
• 20:43 Christmas Surprise
• 21:44 REVEAL

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To watch each episode in video format, visit Rob Gavagan's Seriously Strange playlist on YouTube. Thanks for your support. Watch the shadows, and stay alive out there...

After a short break this week I am back with a scary story about a tourist who decides to visit a very famous cemetery in Paris who saw more than they bargained for on their Paris day trip! Also, stick around for my listener tale this week which comes from Olivia over at the is this place haunted podcast and a story regarding recent experiences with her sister!!

And stick around until the end to hear my review of jaws and what film you need to watch for the next spooky island radio film club. Tune in in two weeks time for the next instalment of the missing 411 case files, until then...

Over, and out.

In this weeks full episode of spooky island radio I am taking us to a land down under for a haunting story from the set of Big Brother Australia! Crickey mate, we also have a teaser for the podcast they don't stay dead so listen out for that!
https://www.instagram.com/theydontstaydead/

In my listener story section I talk about my experiences when I recently went ghost hunting with the haunted happenings team at Newsham park asylum, they were really professional and I got some great activity so stick around for that, I will leave the link for their website should you wanna book a ghost hunt, but I'm not sponsored I promise...https://www.hauntedhappenings.co.uk/

And finally in the spooky island radio film club I am reviewing the film the unborn, so stick around to hear what I thought of that and most importantly what film I will be watching and reviewing for next episode.

Thank you for listening please share this episode with all who you think will enjoy it and until next time. Over, and out.

In this episode of campfire tales I have 3 really spooky stories for you all if you dare to listen! The first is the story of a boy who took a photograph in a haunted house who regrets that fateful night. The second story tells the tale of a young lady secret admirer and a haunted playground full to the brim of ghosts!

So turn down the lights, relax and settle in for some spooky stories! Remember to tune in next week for a full episode of spooky island radio, until next time...over, and out.

In this weeks full episode of spooky island radio my main story takes us to Liverpool and Newsham park asylum, where myself and my partner in crime are actually going ghost hunting this weekend so look out on instagram for all that carnage!!

I am back on reddit scrolling for some spooky stories about UFO's and wendigos? And remember to stick around until the end where I review the deep house on Netflix in the spooky island radio film club!!

Enjoy and stay spooky,
Over, and out.

In this weeks episode my main story takes us to the Philippines in honour of my little sister on holiday there! And tells the story of headless priests who still inhabit an abandoned hotel. I take us to reddit to tell a couple of animal related stories.

Remember to stick around for the spooky island radio film club where I watched and review the controversial skinamarink.

Over, and out.

In this episode of campfire tales I tell three scary stories from around my campfire! These are not for the faint of heart, cat lovers maybe give the third story a miss! From a story regarding mirrors, canibalism and a story which warns all of you why you should never pick up hitchhikers!!

Remember to listen for a full episode of spooky island radio next Wednesday and until then...over, and out.

Season 3 of spooky island radio is finally here!! In this episode I tell the story of an American tourist who encounters something very strange at the top London tourist destination!! Also I have a great conversation about all things spooky with my friend Olivia over at the is this place haunted podcast! Go and check them out!!

And in my spooky island radio film club this week I review the film slender man so stick around too see what I thought of that!

Over, and out.

In this episode of spooky island radio I am headed back to Japan! And I am telling the supposedly true story of a husband and wife who begin to see ghosts who were killed in the Tsunami back in 2011. It is a story of loss, love and looking for signs in paranormal activity! Bring your tissues it is a sad one!

My listener tale today was sent in by a listener who tells his story of seeing a ghost in his childhood home.

And remember to stick around for the spooky island radio film club where I discuss what I thought of Deliver us from evil, and you may hear the best New York accent from a British citizen if you listen closely! Stay spooky.

Over, and out.

Don't you ever laugh as the hearse goes by
for you may be the next to die-

Welcome to our Scary Podcast to Listen to in the Dark! This week, the boys crack open one of their favorite tomes of terror to reconnect with their old friends: Harold the scarecrow, Toe Lady the. . . toe lady, and The Jangly Man! They discuss the massive impact of the iconic book series and how this adaptation sizes up to that legacy. They also talk unsurprising Night of the Living Dead stock footage, the dangers of lead paint, and why the town seems to genuinely miss their finest bully.

As an added obstacle, in honor of the first "children's horror" entry in the Night Howls canon, Matt and Cody try their best to keep the discussion G-rated. Do they succeed? Well, there's a reason this episode is still labeled "explicit." 

Hang on to your Schwartz, it's going to be a spooky ride!

Thanks for listening!

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In this weeks episode I tell my main story and listener story whilst trying to avoid getting bitten by my cat, Lizzie! My main story tells the tale of a lone woman checking into a hotel who has a tarot reading which seems to predict future events!! Do you believe in the power of tarot?

My listener story comes from a listener called Danielle who encounters a spirit when she was a young child. And remember to stick around for the spooky island radio film club where I discuss what I thought of the film Lake Mungo.

Over, and out.

In this episode of campfire tales I tell some science fiction stories about some spacemen who encounter something strange on a mysterious planet. To the tale of a young boy who can travel through mirrors who learns that karma...is a bitch!

In this weeks main story I tell the tale of the urban legend of La Llorona from Mexico, a ghostly woman who haunts rivers and lakes looking for victims! And my listener story today comes from my pals over at @fromthewordghost podcast.

I know I say this every week but the stories will chill you! And remember to stick around for the end for my spooky island radio film club where I review the Menu on Disney+.

Over, and out.