Ep. 37 : Bob’s Revenge: A Cursed Listener Story
You shouldn't take that which doesn't belong to you, but sometimes the gettin's too good. Daron learned his lesson the heard way in our latest listener story. From the craggy peaks of Hatcher Pass, he and his friends find something unexpected on a mountain trail, and inside sits a handwritten note. What happens next will change their lives forever and remind Daron to never take something with a face. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 36 : Fiery Innocence
All's well that ends well, and suffice to say Halee's trip to Scotland did not end well at all. We're coming to you live from across the pond to give some life updates and throw together a half-assed episode to keep your interests piqued. We feel pretty proud we showed up at all as shit pretty much hit the fan. Halee will share her story (the scariest we've ever told on the podcast) and we'll read aloud some listener submissions. To finish it up, Elise will share a spooky short story written in 11th grade. "Fiery Innocence" is sure to be a hit. Watch out Steven King, Elise is coming for you. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 35 : Spooky Hour - Campfire Stories
Summer has arrived, and so too has the camping season. It's the perfect time to gather round a campfire and scare the shit out of each other with spooky stories. We're here to supply you with our favorites, tales that are sure to make you freak. We'll share the cannibalistic tale of pioneers gone hungry, the classic carnage of Axe Murder Hollow, a girl with a curious ribbon tied round her neck and horrifying stories of camp outs gone wrong. It's sure to be spooky eve, so make sure you've got your lanterns handy and the fire at full strength. You never know what can happen in the dark. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 34 : Beyond Bigfoot - A Hairy History
He's everyone's favorite big guy, even with only four toes and a stinky disposition. You love to question him, really want to believe in him, and can't quite disprove him. It's a bear! It's a costumed man! It's Bigfoot! Whether you call him Sasquatch, Bigfoot or maybe even Yeti, everyone has some version of this bi-pedal beast who lives in the woods. This week, Halee navigates our favorite cryptid's origin story, some questionable proof of his existence and the film that made him famous. As always, Joe Nickell tries to crash the party, but we just won't let him. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 33 : Helen Duncan - The Last Witch of Scotland
The most infamous witch trials are synonymous with Salem, but the most recent happened in the UK less than 80 years ago. This week, we'll dive in to the 1944 witch trial of Helen Duncan and the leaked war time secrets that inevitably found her in court. We'll unveil her haunted past and explore the rise of Spiritualism in a country ravaged by war. Was Helen Duncan truly blessed with otherworldly powers? Or was she a clever girl who knew how to work the system? We'll explore all that and more, closing with a delicious Pavlova lovingly made by Halee. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 32 : The Real Amityville Horror
On November 13, 1974, the small Long Island hamlet of Amityville was rocked by a gruesome crime. At 112 Ocean Avenue, 6 members of the same family were murdered in bed as they slept. Before the books, movies, and tales of demonic possession, there was the DeFeo family. Join us this week as we explore the real horror of what happened in Amityville, and unravel the myths of America’s “most haunted” house. Things only get spookier as Halee and Joe Nickell agree for the first time ever- what’s scarier than that?! For our little something sweet, Elise lives up to her newfound homesteader status and crafts a delicious pie with freshly harvested rhubarb! Make sure you have your candles lit for this one, and be sure to let us know what you think about this infamous haunting.
Ep. 31 : The Disappearance of Glen & Bessie Hyde
This week we head into the backcountry with the disappearance of Glen and Bessie Hyde, last seen paddling through the turbulent waters of the Grand Canyon National Park. It's 1928 and the park is in its infancy, drawing outdoor enthusiasts and daredevils alike. The Hydes sought to break records and gain notoriety during their 600-mile paddle trip. But in December, their family reported them missing when they failed to arrive in Needles, CA. They would never been seen again - or would they? We'll dig in to their river route, possible theories and crazy legends that are likely rooted in some fact. Halee will delight us with the cutest vanilla cake that Elise is really sad to miss out on. Happy Haunting!
Episode 30 : You Knew This Was Coming - A Listener Premonition Story
This week in EBC land, we welcome back everyone's favorite spooky mama! Halee's mom Lori is here to share some of her creepiest experiences yet... her witchy premonitions. She takes us on a journey from childhood gut instincts that terrified those around her, to the time she probably saved Halee's life by listening to her intuition (believe it or not, that's not even an exaggeration!) We drink wine, we touch on our favorite classic youtube videos, and we learn important lessons in listening to your gut. We'll even cover a few famous premonition stories and what we think about them- spoiler alert: even the skeptical inquirer couldn't ruin our belief in this phenomenon. Elise bakes up delicious chocolate cake with adorable raspberry garnish that Halee may or may not mistake for farm animals. We've got it all this week folks, and we can't wait to share it with you.
Ep 27. Terror in Tampa Bay - The Oba Chandler Story
In June 1989, Tampa Bay was terrorized when three female bodies floated to the surface, shocking unsuspecting boaters. The women would later be identified as Joan, Michelle and Christe Rogers, tourists visiting from Ohio. With limited clues guiding investigators, it would take three years for the case to be pinned on Oba Chandler. Elise guides us through his murky past and explores how this shocking case affected the entire state. We'll also delight in some tasty treats made by Halee, and will discover some shocking truths about our favorite vintner. Kim may not be who we think she is. Happy Haunting!
Ep 25. Spooky Hour - Unsolved Mysteries
Who doesn't love a good unsolved mystery? While we couldn't get Robert Stack on the show (RIP) we tried to channel his inner spookiness as we dove deep into some of the world's greatest unsolved mysteries. We'll chat about the Lady of the Dunes and her claim to fame in one of America's favorite films, mysterious lights that appeared over Montreal and the devil's visit to Dover. There's too many unsolved mysteries for our liking, but we're more than happy to share how spooky the world is with all of you. We'll be taking a one week hiatus as Elise hits the road and Halee hugs a life-size Mickey Mouse, but we'll be back spookier than ever on 4/29. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 21 : The Scarring Saga of Stigmata
Our podcast is old enough to drink! And you're gonna need one to make it through this roller coaster ride of an episode. Elise takes a deep dive into the Catholic religion and shares strange accounts of Stigmata. More than 300 people claim to have received the marks of Christ's crucifixion on their hands, feet, sides and heads. We'll dig into some of the most famous accounts, from the beloved St. Francis of Assisi to a 10-year-old girl diagnosed with "Easter Bleeding Syndrome." We'll hear about theories and discuss other odd phenomena surrounding Catholicism. All in all, it gets pretty metal. Halee delights us with delicious chocolate cupcakes with espresso buttercream. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 20 : The Explosive History of Spontaneous Human Combustion
Do you ever feel like life is just too easy, and there's not enough to worry about? Fear not friends, we've got you covered... This week we'll add to your baseline anxiety as we explore whether we should be afraid of bursting into flames at any given moment. Halee will take us through a long history of folks spontaneously combusting, from as early as 1470, all the way up to modern times. Halee's on-again off-again boyfriend Joe Nickell, of the Skeptical Inquirer, says it's all made up. Find out our *hot* takes on the matter and decide what you think! Pop some bottles alongside us as we celebrate our 20th episode and Elise cooks up some criminally delicious bite-sized cinnamon rolls. Make sure you light your candle, but don't sit too close this week! Happy Haunting!
Ep. 19 : Rod Ferrell’s Vampire Masquerade
We fully endorse sucking on lollipops, popsicles, and sometimes even thumbs. What did you think we were going to say? We're married women! But we just can't get behind sucking on blood. Rod Ferrell didn't get the memo. In 1996, he and his fellow nerds formed vampire clans in Murray, KY and embraced the "vampiric lifestyle." Whatever that means. Unfortunately, Rod was unable to separate fact from fiction and his otherworldly fantasies bled into real life, taking the lives of two innocents. This story takes us from Kentucky to Florida, all the way to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We'll get into what it's like to be a vampire in a world full of lowly humans and ask the hard questions, like was Rod really a blood sucking demon? Spoiler alert : no. At the close, Halee treats us with some delicious peanut butter cookies. Happy Haunting!
Ep. 16 : Revenge of the Greenbrier Ghost
Didn't think a murder victim could return from the grave demanding justice? Think again! In this episode, we're heading back to West Virginia to the murder trial of Zona Heaster Shue, more commonly known as the Greenbrier Ghost. Strange occurrences surrounded the death of Zona, like the high-necked collar her husband dressed her in immediately after her death, but none so strange as the ghostly encounter her mother Mary witnessed four separate times. If you're still not convinced ghosts are among us, tune in to Episode 16 for all the compelling details. You'll also be treated with sure-fire proof of aliens, ooky spooky dream stories, and Halee's delicious cream cheese brownies. Happy Haunting!
Ep 15 : A Haunting History of the Crescent Hotel
This week we go back in time to explore the very mysterious history of Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Situated in the Ozark Mountains and built around a natural spring, the town grew from a (likely fictional) legend of a Sioux princess who lost her sight, only to have her eyes healed by the spring water. Eventually the spring was discovered by white settlers, which of course led immediately to the monetization of the water's magical properties. This tale takes a lot of sharp twists and turns as we follow the construction of a luxurious hotel for all the tourists flocking to get in on the magic, and learn about the many functions of the hotel over the years. From a women's college, to a phony cancer center (complete with a morgue!), we'll find out about the ghostly residents whose spirits are still roaming the halls of the building over a century later. We end the episode with some delicious sugar cookies made by Elise! Happy Haunting!
Ep 14: Point Pleasant and the Mothman’s Reign of Terror
The year is 1966, and the town of Point Pleasant has been given a bit more than it can handle. Beach ball-sized orbs are floating down the river, the Men in Black are knocking at the front door, and a man with a 10-foot wingspan is seen flying overhead. Angel or demon? Prophet or fantasy? This week, Elise dives into the legend of the Mothman and the tragedy that secured his place in history. We'll discuss theories, ponder John Keel's findings and ask the hard questions, like where does Mothman live when he's not haunting small towns? Our first cryptid episode would not be complete without a little sex appeal, so Halee brings her saucy knowledge to the table, along with some delicious Easy Bake Oven scones. Happy haunting!
Ep 5: Spooky Hour - Reddit Stories
It's the day after Thanksgiving. We're all tired, full and emotionally unavailable from all of yesterday's table talk, making it the perfect time to cuddle up with your new favorite podcast for Spooky Hour! We suggest opening up a bottle of Kim Crawford, grabbing a piece of leftover pie and lighting some candles while we entertain you with the best spooky stories Reddit has to offer. We'll chat about what happens when you die, gasp at creepy premonitions and cringe over nasty Uber drivers giving off major stalker vibes. Don't be afraid to listen in the dark, but watch out for owls and baby-snatching witches. Happy Haunting!