Spooked

Alfia is studying to be a nurse, but she soon discovers that science isn’t everything and a higher power is at work.Thank you, Alfia, for sharing your story with us!Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Sudi Watchpress, artwork by Teo Ducot.Happy Holidays Spooksters!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When Maribel loses her little brother Santi, her very best friend in the world, she learns that love is sometimes stronger than death. We travel to Mexico for this very special Spooked tale.Thank you, Maribel Placencia, from the bottom of our hearts, for sharing your extraordinary story. Big love to you and your family.Produced by Nancy Lopéz, original score by Renzo Gorrio, scouted by Erick Yañez, artwork by Sanaa Khan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Max has got a crash pad in Yokohama with just one rule. Don’t fall asleep in the living room. Thank you, Max, for sharing your story with Spooked!Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Lalin St. Juste, scouted by Dan Yashinsky.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lee’s great grandfather, his grandfather, and his father have all seen him: the shapeshifter. They know this man has the power to curse them, to hurt them. Lee wonders: is this man coming for him too?BIG thanks to, Lee, and his entire family for sharing their story with us!Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Ray Christian, a clinical professional and captivating storyteller, shares his haunting childhood experience as a paperboy. He recounts the eerie deliveries to a notorious house, inhabited by a reclusive man whose peculiar habits and unsettling demeanor raised serious questions. After a year of strange encounters, Ray's world turns upside down when he learns the man had been dead for some time. This chilling tale explores guilt, reality, and the silence that envelops unsettling truths.

Luis Peña, a first-person storyteller from La Huerta, Mexico, shares a chilling childhood encounter with a ghostly doppelgänger. He recounts being awakened by a familiar voice, only to discover it’s not his brother. This unsettling experience deepens when his mother sees the same shadowy figure, prompting them to seek help through cleansing rituals. Despite their efforts, the haunting persists, leading the family to flee to Puerto Vallarta. Luis uncovers dark secrets about their old home, revealing a violent past that hints at why the spirit lingers.

In this gripping installment, storyteller Maria Foster shares her poignant tale of familial longing and supernatural encounters. Maria opens up about her mother's deep desire for grandchildren and the cultural pressures she faced. After her mother’s death, Maria's young son, Zachary, starts echoing grandmotherly phrases, leaving the family in shock. Intriguingly, unexplained candle explosions hint at a spiritual connection, as Maria recounts their chilling yet comforting experiences with the afterlife. A story woven with love, loss, and the supernatural unfolds.

Bonnie Blagg, hailing from Lunenburg, Massachusetts, shares a chilling tale of her childhood haunting after a sleepover ritual gone wrong. She recounts her first sighting of a Victorian boy in her mirror, whose friendly demeanor quickly shifts to reveal sharp, bloody teeth. The encounters escalate, leaving Bonnie sleepless and terrified. In a twist, she learns her mom had already performed a cleansing in her room, leading to the hauntings’ end. Bonnie even transforms the mirrors into art, turning fear into creativity.

Beldron, a local storyteller from Chauvin, Louisiana, shares his chilling first-hand encounter with the legendary Rougarou, a creature from regional folklore. He reminisces about growing up in the bayou and the eerie silence that preceded his frightening chase. His mother's warnings about the Rougarou and local ghost stories reveal the cultural significance of this creature. Beldron also touches on haunting beliefs surrounding Halloween and presents the Rougarou Fest, a celebration steeped in local lore. Brace yourself for a spine-tingling tale!

Nothing gets between a party and a group of teenagers… except the Kokogi. A night of fun takes a dark turn in Algonquin territory.Thank you Kristen and Hayden for letting Spooked visit Kitigan Zibi, and for sharing your stories with Spooked.Scouted and produced by Elliot Lightfoot, original score by Lalin St. Juste.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.