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Horrifying History

Horrifying History

Horrifying History, Bleav · Bleav + Horrifying History

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Show overview

Horrifying History has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 359 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 180 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 27 min and 33 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 20 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2023, with 64 episodes published. Published by Bleav + Horrifying History.

Episodes
359
Running
2019–2026 · 7y
Median length
30 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Welcome to Horrifying History where you are about to hear about the unexplained, paranormal, and supernatural happenings that has stained the pages of history. Do you love the strange, the unexplained, and the downright terrifying? Horrifying History takes you on a chilling journey into the dark corners of the past, where history and horror collide. From haunted places and ghostly legends... to mysteries and terrifying true stories... you'll uncover the twisted facts that history books leave out. Who were the real monsters behind the infamous legends? What dark secrets lie buried in the pages of history? Every episode, we reveal the eerie truths that will send shivers down your spine. Are you brave enough to face the darkness? Horrifying History available now, wherever you listen to podcasts. Don’t wait too long... the past might just come looking for you. Listen, if you dare…

Latest Episodes

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Child Serial Killers: Evil at an Early Age

May 13, 202634 min

The British Premonitions Bureau: When Psychics Predicted Disaster

May 6, 202631 min

Moosham Castle: Witches, Werewolves, and Ghosts

Apr 29, 202626 min

Albert Fish: The Cannibal Serial Killer Who Terrified America

Apr 22, 202632 min

Amelia Earhart: Vanished Without a Trace

Apr 15, 202632 min

The Sallie House: The Evil That Never Left, Part 2

Apr 8, 202631 min

Ep 350Introducing: Dark Asia with Megan

Dark Asia with Megan is in my regular podcast rotation. There is something about host Megan Lee’s voice that pulls you in before the story even begins. It is smooth, haunting, and impossible to ignore. Dark Asia with Megan is a podcast that doesn’t just tell stories. It immerses you in them. From chilling true crime to unsolved mysteries, Megan brings to light cases from Asia that many would rather leave buried. With her unmistakable voice and unique storytelling style, Megan Lee has mastered the art of drawing you into the unknown. Each episode is carefully crafted, deeply researched, and delivered with a tone that makes every twist hit harder. So if you’re ready to step into the darkness, my spooky friends…then settle in. Turn down the lights… and let Megan guide you into the shadows. Enjoy! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkAsiawithMegan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leemeganida/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/116kLQ7H9hzpX6ARaAMlDv Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 2, 202622 min

Ep 349The Sallie House: The Evil That Never Left, Part 1

I want you all to picture a quiet, small city in the American Midwest. Imagine the kind of place where the streets empty early, where porchlights glow like fireflies, and where history lingers, and then becomes violent. So snuggle in, my spooky friends. Today, you are going to hear the story about a house that many believe is not just haunted, but angry. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@horrifyinghistory Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 1, 202631 min

Ep 348The Yuba County Five Mystery: Five Men, One Night, No Answers

Imagine that your son is going to a college basketball game with his friends. You tell him to have fun as he walks out the door, and you never see him alive again. So buckle your seatbelts, my spooky friends. Today, you are going to hear the tale of the Yuba County Five Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 25, 202631 min

Ep 347The Black Monk of Pontefract: The Story of Britain's Most Violent Poltergeist

Some houses are haunted because of what happened inside them. Others are haunted by what happened long before they were built. But in Pontefract, England, one house became infamous because the echoes from the past refused to stay buried Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 18, 202629 min

Ep 346Haunted Lake Lanier: Dark Secrets, Tragic Deaths, and Curses Beneath Georgia's Deadliest Lake

To people in the U.S. state of Georgia, Lake Lanier is a recreation hotspot which is popular for camping, boating, and water sports. But the supernatural lore that surrounds it should make them think twice before taking a swim in its waters. So, pack your camping gear, my spooky friends. Today, you hear the story about a lake that hides many dark secrets under its waters. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 11, 202626 min

Ep 345The Black Widow Killer of Alabama: Rhonda Belle Martin

Many people can trust their mothers due to the deep bond that develops between a mother and child. A mother and child share experiences, and trust is built through mutual empathy, communication, and respect for each other’s boundaries. But the mothers we are going to talk about today should never have been trusted. So, get ready, my spooky friends. Today, you will be hearing of women who killed those who loved them Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 4, 202628 min

Ep 344The Devil on Trial: The Arne Johnson Murder Case

In 2021, the Conjuring Universe released a film that was the seventh installment of the Conjuring series. It starred Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, who reprised their roles as Ed and Lorraine Warren, famed paranormal researchers. This movie was based on a real murder case that shocked the world when the defence claimed that the killer was innocent due to demonic possession. So, settle into your juror chair and listen closely, my spooky friends. Today, you will be hearing of a tale so strange that most would believe that it was an actual made-up movie plot. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 25, 202630 min

Ep 343Fred and Rose West: Inside Britain’s House of Horrors, Part 2

On a quiet residential street in Gloucester, England, in an ordinary brick house, was one of the most disturbing crime scenes in British history. For decades, life in the West home appeared perfectly normal, but buried in the basement and back yard was a horror so profound that it would shock the nation and forever change how Britain viewed serial killers. So, settle in, my spooky friends. Today, you will hear about the crimes of Fred and Rose West and the investigation that led to their exposure. Before we get started, I wanted to give you all a heads-up. In this episode, we will be talking about extreme violence, trafficking of children, sexual abuse, graphic murders, and a whole lot of other bad stuff. Listener discretion is advised Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 18, 202636 min

Ep 342Fred and Rose West: Inside Britain’s House of Horrors, Part 1

Today’s dark tale is not just about murder. It is about a quiet street in Gloucester, England, where unimaginable evil hid behind ordinary brick walls. It is about a couple who, from the outside, looked like everyone else, but were actually one of the most horrifying criminal partnerships in modern British history. So, get out your panic buttons, my spooky friends. Today, you will be hearing about a serial killing couple, but before we get started, I want to give you all a heads-up. Today, you will be hearing about incest, sexual assault, bestiality, severe child abuse, suicidal ideation, murder and pretty much everything else bad. Listener discretion is advised. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 11, 202629 min

Ep 341The Hollywood Ripper Murders: Inside the Crimes of Michael Gargiulo

Los Angeles is often regarded as a city of dreams, with bright lights and a promise of fame and fortune. But behind the glamour lives darkness. Between 2001 and 2008, a man who appeared to his neighbours to be calm, unassuming, and ordinary walked the city streets. What they didn’t know was that he was a monster. So, turn down the lights, my spooky friends. You are about to hear the tale of a serial killer who was brought to justice with the help of a television show and a famous actor. But before we get started, I want to give all of you a little heads up. Today, we will be talking about graphic murders, mutilation and child abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Find us on social media: Facebook:www.facebook.com/horrifyinghistory Instagram & Threads: @horrifying_history X: @horrifyinghist1 Blue Sky:@horrifyinghistory.bsky.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 4, 202631 min

Ep 340The Dark Side of Disney: The Tales Behind the Fairytails, Part 6

Many people’s childhoods were filled with Disney movies. In these films, there usually is a downtrodden girl who, against all odds, becomes the heroine. But Disney did not come up with the premise of many of their animated films. They borrowed the idea from many classic works. In those versions, the princess does not necessarily meet their Prince Charming and live happily ever after. So, snuggle in, my spooky friends. It’s story time. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 28, 202634 min

Ep 339Lost on the Rhapsody: The Unsolved Disappearance of Amy Bradley

Imagine that you and your family set off for the trip of a lifetime, but soon your dream vacation turns into a nightmare when your child goes missing. She was never found, but over the next twenty-eight years, there have been credible sightings that suggest she is still alive and is being held captive. So, put on your sunscreen, my spooky friends. You are about to hear a tale about a young woman who boarded a cruise ship and was never seen by her loved ones again. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 21, 202632 min

Ep 338The Butcher of Richmond: The Haunting Murder of Julia Martha Thomas

In 1879, there was a murder so grisly that newspapers continuously reported on it since readers were fascinated by it. The crime itself was horrifying, but the aftermath was just as shocking. It was a tale of class, gender, rumour, and the strange hunger of a society for the lurid details of domestic violence. So, put on your aprons, my spooky friends. You are about to hear a tale about an employer/employee relationship breakdown of epic proportions, but before we start, I want to give you all a heads-up. Today, we will be talking about an extremely graphic murder. Listener discretion is advised. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 14, 202631 min

Ep 337The Humoldt Five: Lost Souls of Murder Mountain

There is a place in California where redwood trees tower, and people disappear. Five young adults came to Humboldt County in search of money, dreams, and escape. None of them ever came back. Locals call it Murder Mountain, a land ruled not by law, but by silence. It is where secrets are buried deep, and the forest watches every step you take. It is a mountain that chooses who leaves, and who stays forever. So, get out your hiking boots, my spooky friends. You are about to hear about a place where five individuals disappeared without a trace. Our website is the spot for everything spooky! Go to https://horrifying-history-shop.fourthwall.com to watch our history videos, find our social media links, read our spooky blog, get some great creepy merch, and join our fan club! If you are a member of our fan club, you will receive a permanent discount in our store while you are a member, and get our episodes a week early. You will also get a bonus episode each week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan 7, 202633 min
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