This week, we explore the legend of Axe Murder Hollow — the chilling tale of a jealousy crazed, axe-wielding farmer that has passed down through generations in Erie Pennsylvania, and spread through northern Appalachia. What began as a ghost story passed between teens in the 1940s has since become one of the state’s most infamous tales — blending true crime, ... Show More
Oct 11
Episode 394 - Reddit’s Scariest Possession Stories
We’re getting seriously spooky with all things possessions: exorcisms, rites and rituals, unexplained strength, mysterious voices, demonic entities, and a whole lot of horror from around the world. We’re breaking down the signs and stages and exploring how different cultures unde ... Show More
1h 12m
Oct 8
Encounters x352 - True Haunted House Stories | Demons, Mimics & Shadow People
This spooky season, we’re going back to our haunted house roots. We’re talking homes with demonic residents, supernatural mold, door banging spirits, a call to Lorraine Warren and a locked crawlspace that probably should have stayed locked. Stories include: A news anchor investig ... Show More
1h 11m
Oct 4
Episode 393 - Ghostwatch | the BBC’s 1992 Live Paranormal Investigation
What happens when the BBC turns a haunted house into a live Halloween investigation watched by 11 million people? We’re diving into Ghostwatch, the infamous 1992 broadcast of a family being terrorized by a poltergeist named Pipes. With unexplained knocking, cold spots, scratches, ... Show More
1h 8m
Oct 2024
True Urban Legends: The Hex Hollow "Witch" Murder, with Kaelyn Moore
In a remote area of York County, Pennsylvania, a two-story clapboard house stands in Rehmeyer’s Hollow, aka “Hex Hollow” – where some say the spirit of Nelson Rehmeyer still resides. Perhaps that’s because his home was also the site of a real-life terror: the 1928 Hex Hollow Murd ... Show More
43m 17s
Aug 2025
EP. 214 - MINNESOTA: The Punk Rock Axe Murders
In today’s episode, we examine a disturbing story of family annihilation, punk rock and axe murder. This is the story of David Brom and his murderous rampage, and you’re listening to “MURDER IN AMERICA”! - Listen to our new show, "THE CONSPIRACY FILES"!: -Spotify - https://open.s ... Show More
1h 35m
<p>There are a lot of strange corners in the world of folklore, but one of the most unusual also tends to fit into our pockets. And the stories surrounding them are beyond chilling.</p> <p>————————</p> <p><strong>Lore Resources: </strong></p> <ul> <li>Episode Music: <a href= "htt ... Show More
