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Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night. It is hosted by Glynn Washington.
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- 2 days ago32 min
Kū's Legacy
Joe Punohu is a ghost tour guide in Waikiki, Hawaiʻi. He spends his nights telling visitors about the spirits and dark history of the islands. But one night, one of those stories hits too close to home… and doesn’t let Joe go. Thank you Joe for sharing your story with Spooked. You can follow Joe on social media as "Hawaiian Hauntings." Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Sandra Lawson-Ndu, art 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.
- 1 weeks ago36 min
The Intruders - Classic
If you are feeling unnerved, if you have a sinking feeling that something is not right, take our advice, turn and run. Do not go back and investigate.La PosadaWhat happens when great-great-granddaughter of one of America’s most famous ghosts goes looking for answers? Thanks Jonathan & Hannah for sharing your story with us! Find out more about the ghost and the life of Julia Staab in Hannah’s book American Ghost.Produced by Anna Sussman and Eliza Smith. Original music by Leon Morimoto, Renzo Gorrio, and Pat Mesiti-Miller. Art by Sanaa Khan.You’re Gonna Get ScratchedAlex, Ryan, and AJ break into an abandoned house… and realized the place was never truly vacated. This story was produced by Josh Swartz and the rest of the team at Endless Thread. Endless Thread is a podcast from WBUR and Reddit that tells stories found on the so-called “front page of the internet.” The Endless Thread team includes Ben Brock Johnson, Amory Sivertson, Josh Swartz, and Paul Vaitkus. You can visit their website or subscribe to their show here for more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
- 2 weeks ago38 min
La Pesca
Giulia’s new apartment is in one of the oldest buildings in La Spezia, a seaside city in northwest Italy. The building has seen so much history, it’s practically coming out of the walls… Grazie, Giulia, for sharing your story with Spooked! Scouted and produced by Jonathan Zenti, original score by Clay Xavier, 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.
- 3 weeks ago29 min
Smells Like Teen Spirits - Classic
They say that evil forces will sometimes prey on the smartest people in the room. That means, of course, the teenagers. The Mammoth Mountain Poltergeist When Tom Ross was a teenager, he took a ski vacation with his aunt and uncle. Little did he know, there was something waiting for them at the chalet. Thanks Tom for sharing your story! Check out Jenny Ashford’s book, The Mammoth Mountain Poltergeist, which she wrote about Tom’s experience. The Moonshiner’s Daughter Growing up in rural Tennessee, Alex felt at ease, even though she and her dad were in the middle of nowhere. Until one day, when she saw a trespasser on their property. Thanks Alex for sharing your experience with Spooked! Produced by Eliza Smith and Anna Sussman, original score by Leon Morimoto, Davey Kim and Pat Mesiti-Miller, 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.
- Aug 21, 202636 min
The Bride
In a strange new city, Alyssa finds a friend — and something else she was never meant to see. Thank you, Alyssa and Nicole, for sharing this story with us! Special thanks also to Milena Tinoco for lending us your voice to bring this story to life. And thank you, Juan Diego! Juan Diego is a podcast producer from Colombia who focuses on climate storytelling and oral tradition. Check out his podcast, Pensamiento Espiral, or you can reach out to him for collaborations at jdbeltran@pensamientoespiral.org Produced and scouted by Juan Diego Beltrán, original score by Clay Xavier, 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.
- Aug 14, 202629 min
Keep It Pono - Classic
If you live in Hawaii, you know that if you see the ancient Night Marchers of the King’s Guard, you bow in reverence. And you don’t look them in the eye, under any circumstances. But Obake, Dee, and Joe Bones? They haven’t learned this lesson… yet. Mahalo, Obake, for sharing your story with us. If you're interested in more stories from Obake, check out his YouTube channel, Ghosts of Hawaii. Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Richard Haig, 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.
- Aug 7, 202629 min
37 Seconds - Classic
Stephanie Arnold is pregnant with her second child and she’s really excited. Until the premonitions begin. Thanks Stephanie for sharing your story! Be sure to check out Stephanie’s book, 37 Seconds. Produced by Eliza Smith & Anna Sussman, original score by Renzo Gorrio & Leon Morimoto, 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.
- Jul 31, 202647 min
Island Ride
There’s a jumbie in a jalopy and the spirits are flowing during happy hour on St. Thomas. Plus, young Lopaka meets a mysterious girl hanging by an abandoned pickup. Joyride There’s a jumbie in a jalopy and the spirits are flowing during happy hour on St. Thomas. Thanks, Greg, for sharing your story! Produced and scouted by Paulina Creque, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot. The Pickup LIVE Young Lopaka meets a mysterious girl hanging by an abandoned pickup in Maui. Thank you to Lopaka for once again taking us with you on a journey to the other side. If you want to hear more stories from Lopaka or learn about his Hawaiian ghost tours – visit his website Mysteries of Hawaii. This story was told at Spooked LIVE in Oakland. Instrumentals by Clay Xavier and Simon Keyser-Petty. Engineering by Miles Lassi. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night. It is hosted by Glynn Washington.
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