

Uncanny
BBC Radio 4
From ghostly phantoms to UFOs, Danny Robins investigates real-life stories of paranormal encounters. So, are you Team Believer or Team Sceptic? Written and presented by Danny Robins
Editor and Sound Designer: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme Music by Lanterns on the Lake
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4
Editor and Sound Designer: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme Music by Lanterns on the Lake
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4
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Oct 28, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 28: Evan’s Friend
A haunting tale unfolds as a man moves to a new flat, only to feel an eerie presence in the spare room. He hears unexplained baby laughter on the monitor while his infant sleeps soundly. Mysterious tapping adds to the tension, leading to a chilling encounter with his son, who appears at the door despite being too young to leave his cot. With spine-tingling stories and unsettling occurrences, the atmosphere keeps listeners on the edge of their seats.

Oct 27, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 27: The Pom Pom Hedgehog
Dive into a heartwarming yet eerie tale where a pom-pom hedgehog becomes a symbol of comfort after a friend's passing. The story unfolds with a dream that blurs the lines between reality and the paranormal. Listeners are invited to ponder whether extraordinary coincidences hold deeper meanings. Plus, get a sneak peek into a thrilling Halloween series filled with spooky surprises. Embrace the mystery as the podcast navigates between heartbreaking and haunting narratives.

Oct 26, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 26: The Eleven O’clock Lady
Halloween horrors from Danny Robins.Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 25, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 25: The Goat-Faced Man
A bite-sized tale of terror for Halloween.Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 24, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 24: Fire Foretold
Daily Halloween horrors from Danny Robins.Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 23, 2025 • 1min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 23: The Shop Assistant’s Partner
We count down to Halloween with a daily tale of terror.Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 22, 2025 • 14min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 22: The Black Triangle
What Halloween horrors will Danny bring today?Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 21, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 21: Janey Died Here
A brand-new tale of terror from the Uncanny inbox.Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 20, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 20: A Succubus in Taiwan
Another bite-sized tale of terror for Halloween.Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4

Oct 19, 2025 • 2min
Halloween Countdown 2025: Case 19: The Phantom Mini of Clophill
What's behind the door of Danny's Halloween Advent Calendar today?Written and presented by Danny Robins
Researcher: Nancy Bottomley
Editing and sound design: Charlie Brandon-King
Music: Evelyn Sykes
Theme music by Lanterns on the Lake
Head of Production: Kerry Luter
Commissioning executive: Paula McDonnell
Commissioning editor: Rhian Roberts
Produced by Danny Robins and Simon BarnardA Bafflegab and Uncanny Media production for BBC Radio 4


