Something Scary

Some people love to crawl into their cozy beds and doze off to sleep. But for some of us, bed is more like a prison just waiting till our bleary eyes can no longer stay open to trap us. It's when the Old Hag strikes and sleep paralysis sets in. For those of us who fear the dark, and suffer from all the terrors of the night, well, we'll sleep when we're dead. First, deadly obsession willed to life Followed by silent screams Then, a vengeful nightmare Finally in our featured story, sleep deprived madness Go to the App Store or Google play to download Best Fiends for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Words alone might not seem to mean much, but when you say certain words, strung together in a specific order, you might be expressing the most harmful statement in existence: a curse. Throughout history, curses have followed families for generations. And sometimes people’s terrible words or actions can bring the hex upon themselves. Others might just suffer being the victim of circumstance. First, lifestyles of the rich and dead Followed by killer luck Then, live feeds can cost your life Finally in our featured story, deadly family secrets Match with your dedicated therapist today at talkspace.com and use promo code scary during sign-up to get $100 off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're in the middle of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month. While many people are celebrating the beautiful culture, we're sinking our teeth into the community's spooky folklore. With thousands of years of tradition, superstition and myths, there are so many horror stories that have been passed down over the years. The most frightening part about these tales is that sometimes people don't believe them, and by the time they do, it's already too late. First, deadly delusions Followed by terror on the Island Then, dying to survive Finally in our featured story, see no evil Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Things always seem to go awry when Mercury is in retrograde, and today happens to be the start of that shift in the planets. It’s an excuse for people to be erratic, emotional, and driven to do terrible things. It’s also a time when the supernatural creeps into our lives just to mess with us. As if that wasn’t bad enough, this week we’ll have a total lunar eclipse, also known as a Blood Moon, so this is a warning to all my listeners: beware of the dark. First, a death wish Followed by know thy neighbor or suffer Then, cards of misfortune Finally in our featured story, the monster strikes again Match with your dedicated therapist today at talkspace.com and use promo code scary during sign-up to get $100 off your first month. Go to the App Store or Google play to download Best Fiends for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We all possess the ability to be both good and evil. But it’s our circumstance that will dictate which path we take. When we’re on top, it’s much easier to be kind, giving and sympathetic. But when our luck has run out, when we’re desperate… that is when we make deals with the devil. First, a detective asks for help Followed by a battle of demons Then, the Devil’s plaything wants company Finally in our featured story, the truth yields deadly consequences Match with your dedicated therapist today at talkspace.com and use promo code scary during sign-up to get $100 off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, we reprise one of our favorite episodes. Mexican culture has a strong connection to the dead and deep roots in their beliefs of the supernatural world. These beliefs have evolved over centuries to include experiences with ghosts and spirits. While these and stories can be fun stories to share, we must never forget those who have suffered to teach us these lessons. If we don't pay heed, history will be doomed to repeat itself and cause more legends and murderous lore. First, an old and malevolent hospital Followed by a Ouiji board that summons murder Then, a dance, that leads straight to Hell. Finally in our featured story, a love so deep it burns Go to the App Store or Google play to download Best Fiends for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We live in a society where too much emphasis is placed on external beauty. On the daily, seeds are planted to make us obsess over appearance and posts on social media above everything else. Bit don't obsess too much over what you see in a mirror, make sure that what's spiritually and morally inside of you also gets that invigorating cleanse. Otherwise, those planted seeds will rot and that outer influence will grow, that inner evil is bound to come out. First, obsession will kill you Followed by a offer to good to be true Then, this way a monster comes Finally in our featured story, 7 years bad luck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Earth Day coming up we tend to take a better look at the planet around us. Typically we see the lush trees, dancing rivers, and the earth on which we ground ourselves. But the climate is changing and Mother Nature isn't happy. Hidden in her darkest corners luck powerful crystals, trees that breathe, and monsters that would do anything protect the sacred secrets of the earth. Especially if that means killing humans. First, nature’s always listening Followed by a deadly family secret Then, a trapped soul’s revenge Finally in our featured story, the shrill cry of death Match with your dedicated therapist today at talkspace.com, and use promo code scary during sign-up to get $100 off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

School in and of itself can be a horror show. But what's worse is being of a young age when no one takes you seriously. Your dreams, fears, and even safety are often brushed aside and ignored. The thing is when nobody is listening when you're the victim, you might just turn into the monster. First, teenage wishes and after school nightmares Followed by panic in the storm Then, RSVPing evil Finally in our featured story, the devil wears stilettos Stream Shudder free for your first 30 days by going to Shudder.com and using code somethingscary To score 15% off your Blenders purchase, visit BLENDERSEYEWEAR.com and enter promo code scaryvip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Many of you have seen a shadow out of the corner of your eye, or had a feeling in your gut you were not alone, most likely you encountered a ghost. But the idea of an entity is so terrifying, it's often brushed off as nothing. An apparition can be friendly, but it can also be a murderous phantom seeking revenge. One thing is certain, if an entity is lurking, it wants something from you. First, enter at your own risk Followed by discarded totems invite death Then, killer history repeats itself Finally in our featured story, respect the dead, or become one Go to www.https://greenchef.com/scary130 and use code SCARY130 to get $130 off, plus free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When you care for someone, you do your best to be faithful and loyal. But when that someone is deceitful, and betrays your confidence, it will do more than shake you. It will make you question everything you know about them. That is if you're still alive, because when someone stabs you in the back, you might not survive their deadly deceit. First, friends aren’t always forever Followed by, comfort in evil Then, the devil lurks right below you Finally in our featured story, a midnight massacre Find your inner detective. Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

More people are scared of bugs than they are afraid of becoming the victim of crimes, or even dying. These people suffer from entomophobia, the fear of insects. And when you think about crawlers that are small enough to burrow into the crevices of your skin, winged bugs that can attack from above, and billions of cockroaches that can survive a nuclear apocalypse, maybe we should all be scared to death on an insect invasion. First, killer growing pains Followed by, death lurks from above Then, art imitates murder Finally in our featured story, dying from the inside out To start your free two-week trial, go to https://www.monday.com/podcast Rock with pride - score 15% off your Blenders purchase at https://www.blenderseyewear.com and enter promo code SCARYVIP To get 20% off your first purchase go to https://bombas,com/scary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luck is having great success (or failure) that happens by chance rather than through one's own actions. Finding a hundred dollar bill could be your lucky day, (but probably the worst day for whomever lost it). And that's the thing about luck, if you get caught on the wrong side of it, it might be the death of you. First, “finders keepers” may not be lucky after all Followed by nefarious deeds with killer consequences Then, be careful what you wish for Finally in our featured story, destruction lurks right under your nose To start your free two-week trial, go to https://www.monday.com/podcast Turn healthy habits into a ritual. Right now Ritual is offering 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/SCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Womxn can be smart, brave, compassionate humans, capable of incredible things. But like any human we can be complicated. When the circumstances are perfect, tensions are high, and the supernatural get involved, womxn can be capable of the most wicked things imaginable. In honor of Womxn's month this March, turn off the lights, while I tell you some of their terrible stories. First, it’s good for the skin Followed by killer restraint Then, hell hath no fury like a witch scorned Finally in our featured story, the curse of Medusa To start your free two-week trial, go to https://www.monday.com/podcast Listen to Killer Psyche on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen one week early and ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Stream you first 30-days of Shudder for FREE at https://shudder,com and use code SOMETHINGSCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1987, a former prosecutor named Margaret Coon took her dog for a walk in one of Louisiana’s safest and most affluent parishes. The next morning, she was found dead on the side of the road with a single stab wound in her back. St. Tammany Parish advertises itself as a safe haven from the crime and corruption of New Orleans, attracting thousands of residents over the last several decades. But there is a darker side to St. Tammany and that darkness ultimately consumed Margaret Coon. Welcome to Gone South Season 1: Who Killed Margaret Coon? Over the course of this documentary podcast series from C13Originals, a Cadence13 studio, journalist Jed Lipinski investigates the theories and motives surrounding Margaret Coon’s unsolved murder, shedding new light on a bewildering crime that has haunted St. Tammany for over 34 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There's no better way to escape the exhaustion of a long day than cozying up in your bed for a good night's sleep. But when you settle in, and the sounds begin to seep in, it will be obvious you are not alone. Creatures, ghosts, and shadows emerge in the dark. And you'll be plagued by all the terrors that haunt the night. First, the mark of evil Followed by recurring nightly visits Then, mother nature kills Finally in our featured story, dying to awake Find your inner detective. Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! Listen to Killer Psyche on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen one week early and ad-free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app To start your free two-week trial, go to https://www.monday.com/podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many things around us that have the ability to frighten us. A spooky house, an angry entity, or deadly creature. But we never suspect that the most terrifying thing might come from deep within. The most demonic dangerous creatures can be hiding within the human body, within our own minds. First, keeping secrets can be killer Followed by stuck in purgatory Then, the evil, everlasting hunger Finally in our featured story, the demon comes at night Go to https://bombas.com/scary and get 20% off any purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are few things more horrific and damaging than High School. Sure some teenagers have a good time, but for others, the anxiety, social pressure and impossible standards can be soul crushing. It's also a time when you're at your most vulnerable. Being open to influences from ill intentioned humans, to demons to evil entities, you are lucky if you make it out alive. First, can’t stop the horror Followed by don’t bite the hand that feeds you Then, saving souls risks your own Finally in our featured story, reflections of a dead person Turn healthy habits into a ritual. Right now Ritual is offering 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/SCARY Listen to Season 9, and every episode of Disgraceland for free exclusively at Amazon Music at amazonmusic.com/disgraceland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Love spans a range of different emotions, mental states, and dimensions. But when we love too deeply, our love is not reciprocated it can devastating. What once brought joy can turn into a deep hole of despair and revenge, and no one will be able to escape the wrath of someone's bloody valentine. First, true love lasts forever Followed by sins of the father, paid Then, a date with hell Finally in our featured story, a bloody wedding day Go to https://bombas.com/scary and get 20% off any purchase Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE at mintmobile.com/scary Stream you first 30-days of Shudder for FREE at https://shudder,com and use code SOMETHINGSCARY Find your inner detective. Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today is February 1, the first day of Black History Month. Over the course of this month, I'll be sharing with you terrifying tales featuring some incredible Black horror writers, along with tales inspired from submissions. As I often say, horror is life, and here at Something Scary we embrace passing that torch through different cultures and points of views. From famous Urban legends to anecdotes told around the campfire, continue your journey with me into 2022. First, desperate times call for desperate measures Followed by tortured spirits Then, danger waiting at your door Finally in our featured story, a tale of Candyman, a horrific urban legend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most of us walk around feeling completely safe as long as we don't see anything that's scary. But just because you can't see a ghost or an entity, doesn't mean it isn't there. What is truly terrifying is when you think you see something. Because you'll never know if your eyes are deceiving you, or if you life is truly in danger. First, shadows moving around you Followed by be careful what’s behind you Then, a deathly, lonely night Finally in our featured story, memory lane is a living nightmare Listen to Killer Psyche on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or you can listen one week-ad free by joining Wondery Plus in the Wondery app Go to https://bombas.com/scary and get 20% off any purchase Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the full moon approaches, we look forward to the intense beauty of the lunar orb. But also lurking are deadly beasts and grotesque monsters, normal skulling in the shadows, but they can still bring murder in the pale moonlight. First, irrational fears hold you tight Followed by a cryptid waiting in the woods Then, a brush with evil Finally in our featured story, running isn’t always the answer Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Turn healthy habits into a ritual. Right now Ritual is offering 10% off your first three months. Visit ritual.com/SCARY Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE at mintmobile.com/scary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the new year many people are eager to get out, visit friends, family, and new places. But while they're focused on the destination, many people forget it's all about the journey. And with ghosts, spirits, and evil entities, the journey can be a treacherous one from which you will never return. First, a deadly redeye Followed by crossing the wrong ghost Then, screams from the elevator Finally in our featured story, a killer commute Stream you first 30-days of Shudder for FREE at https://shudder,com and use code SOMETHINGSCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On New Years Eve many people stayed up until midnight to ring in the new year. But at night, when the moon comes out so do the ghosts, evil doers, and demons. In the cover of darkness they’re free to go about tormenting whoever they want. So while some might have been celebrating at midnight, for others it brought murder and mayhem. First, warnings from the lighthouse Followed by murderous jealousy Then, a house full of horrors Finally in our featured story, the desire to kill Ready to awaken your inner detective? Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We use the holiday as an excuse to relax from the everyday stresses. Cheerful music, good food, and bright lights can distract us from the supernatural horrors that are happening in our very own neighborhoods. Enjoy but know that you won't be able to hide from the terrors for long. First, no good deed goes unpunished Followed by a gift of death Then, a night that will haunt you forever Finally in our featured story, a Christmas killer hunts its prey Worry less and feel happier. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/SCARY Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order at prose.com/SCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When winter arrives most people cozy up inside and enjoy the holidays. But when you are left outside in the cold, the chill can creep inside your bones. The blaring silence of the frigid outdoors can turn a winter wonderland into hell frozen over. First, the frosty touch of death Followed by a set of twins dying to survive Then, panic in a crowd Finally in our featured story, monsters trapped in ice Get your Holiday gift at shop.analuisa.com/scary with sales up to 25% off Start streaming your next obsession. Try Sundance Now for free for 30 days at sundancenow.com with code SCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are many different senses we use to experience life and the world beyond. Those feelings can bring us joy or total terror. When you know deep down something is wrong, trust those instincts and run, before it's too late. First, the beat of a deadly drum Followed by a child's murderous cry Then, killer shadows in the water Finally in our featured story, attraction overrules primal fear Worry less and feel happier. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/SCARY Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order at prose.com/SCARY Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As a society we are obsessed with games. We love to watch them and cheer for our favorite teams. We love to play with our friends. But sometimes, the fear of losing will make you so desperate you will do whatever it takes to win. Even if it means risking your own life and taking down everyone else around you in your fatal games. First, a small box of death Followed by a killer game of Truth or Dare Then, a mother's living nightmare Finally in our featured story, a fatal game of Bloody Mary Worry less and feel happier. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/SCARY Treat yourself or a loved one and get 20% off at shop.analuisa.com/scary Start building toward a better year and get $100 off your first month at talkspace.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanksgiving is a time for food and family. We also take stock of what we are grateful for. Things like if you're able to feast on good food, and be surrounded by family. But all families aren't a blessing, they can be your greatest curse. If you don't watch your back, these happy gatherings just may kill you. First, a boring little town is a living hell Followed by a mother's fierce protection Then, animal instinct kills Finally in our featured story the truth comes from beyond the grave Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When someone dedicates their life to something, they earn the status of an expert. But when they feel like they are all knowing, they are driven by pride instead of knowledge. They will learn the hard way that their ego has led them astray. And their deadly pride will be the very thing that kills them. First, karma can kill Followed by danger's right behind you Then, death by guilt Finally in our featured story, people are the ultimate prey Worry less and feel happier. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/SCARY Treat yourself or a loved one and get 20% off at shop.analuisa.com/scary Start streaming your next obsession. Try Sundance Now for free for 30 days at sundancenow.com with code SCARY Rock with pride and score 15% your Blenders purchase at blenderseyewear.com and use code SCARYVIP Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order at prose.com/SCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Native American culture has a strong connection to the physical world, and the world beyond. Disturbances to the dead are disrespectful and are believed to bring suffering to the family of the departed. It will also bring great pain, even death to those who dare mess with any Native American spirit, dead or alive. First, obsession that destroys you Followed by humans, the worst kind of evil Then, the teeniest things bring the greatest danger Finally in our featured story, being brave enough to die Worry less and feel happier. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/SCARY Treat yourself or a loved one and get 20% off at shop.analuisa.com/scary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new moon coincides with fresh starts and rebirth. But a full moon can leave an opening for evil to find its way into our lives. If you don't listen to those who warn you, then you may end up facing fire consequences. First, mother ‘nature’ knows best Followed by new friends come with killer baggage Then, don’t ignore the signs Finally in our featured story, a new house isn't always an empty house. Start building toward a better year and get $100 off your first month at talkspace.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Rock with pride and score 15% your Blenders purchase at blenderseyewear.com and use code SCARYVIP Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Treat, a brand new thrilling and frightening podcast movie listening experience from C13Features. In Treat, Kiernan Shipka stars as Allie West, an unpopular teenager who is dealing with issues beyond her years while struggling to fit in with her seemingly perfect small town. But, on one Halloween night, everything changes, and she discovers that her town’s idyllic image comes at a terrifying price. As she learns about the mysterious Piper’s powerful hold on the town, she, along with her younger brother, realize they are the only ones who can save their community before it rots at the hands of The Piper. Can Allie West help rescue her family, and their town, and even herself, from its evil past and own demise? Get ready to pop some popcorn, and get lost in your imagination in this chilling new podcast movie experience. Treat, from C13Features, available now. Listen now: Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you're listening, then you are one of those people who loves a good scare. And that means Halloween is your tie of year. It's ours, too. We get a thrill from losing our breath as our blood pumps extra fast through our veins. We delight in stories of witchcraft, fairies, and other mythical folklore. Knowing, praying deep down that the tales we hear may be real. But the reality is when we're faced with these things in real life, that good scare, may scare us to death. First, fairytale wishes haunt your days Followed by Dante's hellfire Then, it's the little things that can kill you Finally in our featured story, no matter where you hide, horror will find you Tap into the magic of your team with monday.com Work OS, sign up for your free two-week trial at monday.com today. Poe is out now. Listen exclusively on Stitcher Premium. For a FREE month, go to stitcherpremium.com/poe and use the code POE. Urban Legends with The Ghost Brothers is out now. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts Start building toward a better year and get $100 off your first month at talkspace.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Start streaming your next obsession. Try Sundance Now for free for 30 days at sundancenow.com with code SCARY Worry less and feel happier. Sign up for your trial at noom.com/SCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Follow today's guest Celina Spookyboo: https://www.instagram.com/celinaspookyboo/?hl=en Listen to The Haunted Estate: https://bit.ly/TheHauntedEstatePodcast There are two kinds of people: those who avoid being scared and those who are drawn to terror. These people won't be afraid to venture into an abandoned house, or head deep into the woods. But when you go looking for trouble, you might just find yourself amongst hazardous hauntings. First, the favorite child holds mommy's love Followed by signs of death that surround you Then, creatures from the lake are coming for you Finally in our featured story, a killer memory for Halloween Tap into the magic of your team with monday.com Work OS, sign up for your free two-week trial at monday.com today. Poe is out now. Listen exclusively on Stitcher Premium. For a FREE month, go to stitcherpremium.com/poe and use the code POE. Discover your inner-Tom Boy and get an extra 20% off at tomboyX.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Rock with pride and score 15% your Blenders purchase at blenderseyewear.com and use code SCARYVIP Listen to Season 3 of Over My Dead Body on Apple Podcasts or listen early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the Wondery App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zombies, werewolves, and vamps, oh my. These three staples of halloween have become so mainstream we almost forget their origins. We forget the deep in the shadows lurk blood suckers pining for a taste of you to survive. Broken boned beasts with an instinct to kill. And mindless bodies ready to eat your brains. Never forget that these are the monsters of the night. First. Halloween pranks that kill Followed by the ultimate predator becomes prey Then, a funhouse of terror and blood Finally in our featured story, a killer party to die for Tap into the magic of your team with monday.com Work OS, sign up for your free two-week trial at monday.com today. Start building toward a better year and get $100 off your first month at talkspace.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Start streaming your next obsession. Try Sundance Now for free for 30 days at sundancenow.com with code SCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Satan, beelzebub, el diablo, the devil has many names. But in the present day we can be so metaphorical with our language. We will call anyone we disagree with, "the devil," or say anything that makes us uncomfortable is like being in hell. But when someone truly crosses the path of evil, they will undeniably be eternally doomed. First, the devil is a family affair Followed by El Diablo’s bleeding heart Then, lucky 13 strikes New Jersey Finally in our featured story, there is nowhere to hide from justice Start building toward a better year and get $100 off your first month at talkspace.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Tap into the magic of your team with monday.com Work OS, sign up for your free two-week trial at monday.com today. Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've all heard the tall tales and urban legends around the campfire. Some passed down from generation to generation, yet never with an actual eye-witness. But when faced with those terrible things yourself - you become a true believer. And if you can't convince anyone else, then you'll be forced to confront the danger...alone. First, secret tragedies taunt in the night Followed by a canoeing catastrophe in the woods Then, never look directly at the man on fire Finally in our featured story, a car that takes you right to hell Start building toward a better year and get $100 off your first month at talkspace.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Discover your inner-Tom Boy and get 20% off at tomboyX.com with code SOMETHINGSCARY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We make assumptions about the things that scare us: a stranger, the darkness, even abandoned hallways. We presume that they are inherently dangerous. But the truth is, they're just the unknown. You may be surprised at the protection you'll get from a stranger, or the peace you'll find in the dark. As with many things, the answer isn’t always clear cut - instincts can be wrong. That inherent danger you’ve been taught to fear, may have been trying to save you all along…. First, life imitates a horror movie Followed by murderous vigilante justice Then, terror lurks inside a forbidden corridor Finally in our featured story, a gamer finds solace within a living nightmare Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code SOMETHINGSCARY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So often when we know we are surrounded by people we can trust, we let down our guards. In the company of family, co-workers, or care-givers we feel out of harm's way. But when ghosts, spirits, or even evil entities become involved, no one is safe. First, a devil's got your tongue Followed by a deadly family secret Then, a violent uprising Finally in our featured story, an infamous hospital of many secrets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Krishna Janmashtami (Jan-mosh-tuh-me) is an important Hindu celebration. It marks the birth of Lord Krishna, an avatar of the Lord Vishnu (Vish-new) , and the intention of ridding the people from the tyranny of King Kansa (Con-za). It was envisioned as the embodiment of good versus evil. Yet somehow, as you will see, evil always finds a way to prevail ... First, eyes that stalk in the night Followed by paranoia underlined with a death-stroke Then, literally, being blinded by evil Finally in our featured story, death lurks in the Banyan trees Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are entering the month of The Hungry Ghost Festival. Many East East Asians, Buddhists, and Taoists believe this is when ghosts can return to Earth to haunt the living. So, their descendants burn paper money, and incense, as well as serve food to pay respect to their ancestors and sooth wandering or angry spirits. There are many important rules for humans to follow in order to stay safe during the festival. A list of Do and Don'ts you better follow, or the ghosts will satisfy their hunger with YOU. First, Do NOT be alone in the dark. Then, Do NOT mock the dead. Finally in our featured story, whatever you do, Do NOT take the last bus. 🔎👒 Download June's Journey for free here: https://pixly.go2cloud.org/SH2WW Thanks to June's Journey for sponsoring this video Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anything that is worthwhile in life typically requires lots of hard work and sacrifice. And when you are compelled to achieve, be it perfecting a skill, or protecting your family, you must be disciplined to achieve your goals. But when it becomes an obsession, you're driven by a blood lust to succeed, and nothing had better stand in your way. First, blood thirst plagues a family Followed by practice makes perfect, or it will kill you Then, friends that literally drive you insane Finally in our featured story, a yearly sacrifice hits home 🔎👒 Download June's Journey for free here: https://pixly.go2cloud.org/SH2WW Thanks to June's Journey for sponsoring this video Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We often believe the stories we are told because they comfort us. These stories can explain the mysterious, the inconceivable, even deadly disappearances. But sometimes stories are used deceptively to hide and obscure the truth. To avoid horrible realities that are staring at us right in the face. First, art so breathtaking it kills Followed by a scorned widow turns deadly Then, a hidden book filled with terrifying secrets Finally in our featured story, don’t be fooled by sonorous beauties. Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Summer is a time for vacation and relaxation. The weather brings trips to the beach, summer camp, an oasis of sun and play. But the kind of heat this summer can make some people go crazy. And it’s the kind of heat that can summon the devil. First, summer camp nightmare Followed by a desperate plea from the dead Then, hide and seek gone devastatingly wrong Finally in our featured story, theatre turns from drama to tragedy in one night Go to Apostrophe.com/SCARY and click Begin Visit, then use our code SCARY at sign up and you’ll get fifteen dollars off your dermatology visit! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life is filled with pain and suffering. Thankfully there are many different ways we learn to cope. We let things roll off our backs, we toughen up and face problems head on. We can rely on good friends and family help. But when none of that works, the people who suffer in silence will enact their revenge on those who have caused them pain. And there's nothing anyone can do about it. First, there’s something fishy about the school bullies Followed by the menacing glare of feral cats Then, a friendly neighbor with sinister secrets Finally in our featured story, a lover’s quarrel gone awry Go to Apostrophe.com/SCARY and click Begin Visit, then use our code SCARY at sign up and you’ll get fifteen dollars off your dermatology visit! Find a COVID-19 Vaccine Location near you: vaccines.gov Download June's Journey for free: Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or at Facebook Games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are taught to try to ignore the little things that get on our nerves and bugs us. Like a noisy neighbor, a pesky sibling, or even a little shoo-fly. But when something really gnaws at you, and gets under your skin, you must address it. Or it could end up being the death of you. First, death from deep within, Then, a sleepover turned terrible nightmare. Followed by a neighbor's kindness that kills. Finally in our featured story, a deadly bite. Go to Apostrophe.com/SCARY and click Begin Visit, then use our code SCARY at sign up and you’ll get fifteen dollars off your dermatology visit! Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the weather gets nice then inevitably the call to adventure will stir inside our hearts. Unfortunately, those adventures don't always turn out as we plan and suddenly you find yourself fighting for your life and begging for home. First, a demon that preys on your fear Followed by a voice so piercing it kills Then, a honeymoon becomes a horror fest Finally in our featured story, a beast that stalks the lost Redeem your 30-day trial for only 99 cents at https://www.literati.com/somethingscary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Danger lurks around every corner so we do whatever we can to avoid it. Most dangers are easy to avoid if you pay attention. But it’s the malevolent unknown that you should fear the most because you never know when you might come across a devil in disguise. First, no memories of a monster Followed by hurricane ghost stories Then, the statues are watching Finally in our featured story, a most deadly game Get started at Stitch Fix today at stitchfix.com/scary for 25% off if you keep everything in your Fix! Download Best Fiends today for FREE on the App Store or Google Play Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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