A childhood radio game takes a terrifying turn with screams; the power of audio horror and therapy is explored; a local legend called Pigfoot adds excitement to a new location; a devastating barn fire and a father-son confrontation fill the chapters; a preview of an upcoming series on the Mooncrawler cryptid is teased.
The podcast episode explores the theme of friendship and how childhood experiences can shape and haunt individuals well into adulthood.
The first tale in this episode follows a group of young kids who decide to play a late-night radio game during a sleepover and stumble upon strange signals that leave them shaken.
The chilling tale of 'The Legend of Pigfoot' captures a boy's firsthand experience of encountering the local legend and delves into themes of fear, self-discovery, and facing the unknown.
Deep dives
The Mooncrawler: A Unique Cryptid and Its Horrifying History
A four-part series called 'Tails of the Mooncrawler' from author Man and Lysette is introduced in this episode. It explores the tale of a unique cryptid that has been terrifying humankind for centuries. The series is accompanied by three episodic tales leading up to the Mooncrawler finale, making it a perfect listen for the start of the school year. The first tale in the series features a group of young kids who decide to play a late-night radio game during a sleepover and stumble upon strange signals that leave them shaken.
Sharing Fears in 'Sleepless Decompositions'
Volume 15 of 'Sleepless Decompositions' celebrates the theme of friendship. It explores how having friends can mean sharing fun experiences and sleepovers as kids, but in the world of 'No Sleep Podcast', friendship can also lead to terrifying and long-lasting memories. The first tale in this episode follows a group of young friends who play a radio game during a sleepover, leading to unexpected and horrifying encounters with the supernatural. This tale highlights how childhood experiences can shape and haunt individuals well into adulthood.
The Legend of Pigfoot: A Journey into Fear
The podcast episode presents a chilling tale called 'The Legend of Pigfoot'. It revolves around a boy named Jerry who moves to Kentucky and is introduced to a local legend known as Pigfoot. This tale, shared by author Daniel Barnett, captures Jerry's firsthand experience of encountering the legend and explores themes of fear, self-discovery, and facing the unknown. As the characters venture into an abandoned slaughterhouse, they discover that their fears and anxieties are more than just figments of their imaginations.
The Slaughterhouse and Pigfoot
Jerry, Sasha, and Lloyd explore an abandoned slaughterhouse called Old Betsy, where they encounter the legend of Pigfoot. The group experiences fear and excitement as they navigate the dark and eerie building, filled with remnants of slaughtered animals. They hear strange noises and encounter signs of Pigfoot's presence, heightening their terror. Eventually, they manage to escape the slaughterhouse but carry the haunting memories of their encounter with Pigfoot.
Lucas' Family History and Sacrifice
Lucas Michaels, Jerry's father, carries a burden from his family's dark past. He discovers old newspaper clippings and articles documenting a series of fires and mysterious sightings in Harlow, including encounters with Pigfoot. Lucas realizes the connection between his family and the legends surrounding Pigfoot. In a sacrificial act, Lucas sets his house on fire to lure Pigfoot away from Jerry and his friends, ultimately sacrificing himself to protect them from the horrors of the slaughterhouse and the legacy of his family.
We're sleeplessly decomposing during hot August nights. Enjoy Sleepless Decompositions Vol. 15
“The Radio Game” written by J H Sullivan (Story starts around 00:02:35)
Produced & scored by: David Cummings
Cast: Narrator – Kyle Akers, Jack – Elie Hirschman, Tom – Matthew Bradford, Elliot – Jeff Clement, Auntie – Erin Lillis
“Pigfoot” written by Daniel Barnett (Story starts around 00:19:00)
Produced by: Jesse Cornett
Cast: Narrator – Mike DelGaudio, Jerry – Dan Zappulla, Lloyd – Jeff Clement, Sasha – Sarah Thomas, Lucas – Graham Rowat, Pigfoot – Jesse Cornett, Grandma Erin Lillis
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