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Haunted Hangout13. The Fairmont Banff Springs HotelTucked away in the heart of the Rockies, the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel looks like something out of a fairytale — but the stories inside are anything but charming. This week, we explore one of Canada’s most iconic and haunted hotels, where ghostly bellhops roam the halls, a phantom bride is seen dancing in her wedding dress, and an entire vanished room may still exist… somewhere. From chilling folklore to real-life guest encounters, join us as we uncover the eerie legends of the Castle in the Rockies.Got a spooky story of your own? Send it our...2025-05-0635 min
Haunted Hangout12. Listener Lore Volume 1In the very first Listener Lore episode, we’re sharing some of your ghost stories — chilling listener submissions that will have you looking over your shoulder. We’re also opening up about some of our own eerie encounters with the unexplained. From haunted houses to brushes with the paranormal, this episode is packed with spooky tales that prove you’re never really alone. Turn off the lights, grab a blanket, and get ready to be thoroughly creeped out.Want your spooky story to be featured in the next Listener Lore episode? Send it our way to haun...2025-04-291h 01
Haunted Hangout11. Dear DavidIn this episode, we dive into one of the most chilling internet ghost stories of all time: Dear David. What started as a few strange dreams quickly spiraled into a terrifying haunting documented in real-time on Twitter by Adam Ellis. From eerie midnight phone calls and ghostly photos to a malformed child spirit with a haunting stare, this story gripped millions and blurred the line between online fiction and real-life nightmare. Join us as we recount the timeline of events, the unsettling evidence Adam shared, and the lingering question: was Dear David real, or just a brilliantly told tale?2025-04-2245 min
Haunted Hangout10. The Winchester Mystery HouseWhat happens when grief, guilt, and ghostly whispers collide? In this episode, we unravel the chilling legend of the Winchester Mystery House; a sprawling California mansion built under the guidance of spirits… or so the story goes. From staircases that lead to nowhere to doors that open into walls, this architectural oddity is as eerie as it is fascinating. Was Sarah Winchester truly haunted, or was something else driving her to build non-stop for 38 years? Join us as we dig into the paranormal tales, strange design choices, and theories behind one of America’s most infamous haunted houses.2025-04-1550 min
Haunted Hangout9. Villisca Axe MurdersIn this chilling episode of Haunted Hangout, we dive into one of the most vicious and baffling unsolved crimes in American history: the Villisca Axe Murders. On a quiet night in 1912, in the small town of Villisca, Iowa, eight people — including six children — were brutally murdered in their sleep. With doors locked from the inside, mirrors covered, and the killer's weapon left behind, the crime scene was as disturbing as it was mysterious.We unravel the eerie timeline of events, explore the most compelling theories and suspects, and talk about the lingering paranormal activity that cont...2025-04-0854 min
Haunted Hangout8. Anneliese MichelIn 1976, a young German woman named Anneliese Michel underwent a series of intense and harrowing exorcisms—67 sessions over 10 months—after her family and local priests became convinced she was possessed by demonic forces. Her story is one of faith, fear, and tragedy, blurring the line between religious belief and medical reality. Was Anneliese truly possessed, or was she suffering from an illness that went untreated? In this chilling episode of Haunted Hangout, we dive into the eerie claims made by those who witnessed the exorcisms and the controversial trial that followed her untimely death. Tune in—if you dare.2025-04-0148 min
Haunted Hangout7. Robert the DollIn this episode of Haunted Hangout, we unravel the chilling tale of Robert the Doll, one of the world's most infamous haunted objects. On display at the Fort East Martello Museum in Key West, Florida, Robert may look like an ordinary childhood toy, but his sinister reputation tells a far darker story. From eerie voices and moving objects to curses that have left visitors begging for forgiveness, Robert's unsettling history has terrified and fascinated generations.Where did Robert come from? And who—or what—haunts him? Is it a vengeful spirit, protective guardians, or something even...2025-03-2555 min
Haunted Hangout6. The Black Eyed Kids They knock at your door late at night. They ask for help in an eerily monotone voice. And their eyes… completely black, void of any humanity.In this episode of Haunted Hangout, we’re diving into the terrifying phenomenon of the Black Eyed Children or the Black Eyed Kids — mysterious entities that appear as lost kids in need of assistance. But those who let them in often report feelings of overwhelming dread, unexplained illnesses, and encounters that defy logic. Are they aliens? Demons? Or something even more sinister?Join us as we unc...2025-03-1832 min
Haunted Hangout5. The Elevator GameStep inside, press the buttons in the right order, and whatever you do—don’t talk to her. The Elevator Game is an urban legend that claims to transport players to another world. But is it just a creepy internet myth, or something far more sinister?In this episode, we break down how to play the game and the terrifying experiences of those who claim to have played. We also explore its unsettling connection to the mysterious death of Elisa Lam, whose final moments caught on security footage eerily resemble the game.Ar...2025-03-111h 05
Haunted Hangout4. H.H. HolmesStep into the mind of H.H. Holmes, a charming killer who built the infamous Murder Castle during the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair—a maze designed for murder. Was he a mastermind, a liar, or something worse? Join us as we unravel the gruesome truth behind one of history’s most notorious killers.Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of murder, torture, and violence that some listeners may find disturbing. Please listen with caution.This episode was written by Chelsea Smith and edited by Liz Silva. Theme song by High Street Music...2025-03-0430 min
Haunted Hangout3. The Hoia Baciu ForestDeep in the heart of Transylvania lies the Hoia Baciu Forest, a place so shrouded in mystery that it’s been called Romania’s Bermuda Triangle. Known for its eerie silence, unexplained lights, reports of UFO sightings, and ghostly apparitions, this forest has terrified locals and paranormal investigators alike. Some say it’s cursed, others believe it’s a portal to another dimension — but one thing is certain: those who enter rarely leave unchanged.What causes the twisted, unnatural trees? Why do electronic devices fail within its borders? And who—or what—lurks in the shadows? Join...2025-02-2535 min
Haunted Hangout2. Bloody MaryIn this episode of Haunted Hangout, we're saying her name - three times. Bloody Mary is one of the most infamous urban legends, whispered at sleepovers and tested in darkened bathrooms for generations. But where did this eerie ritual come from? Is it just a spooky game, or does it have roots in something far more sinister? Join us as we uncover the origins, chilling encounters, and eerie variations of this legendary mirror mystery.Dim the lights, grab a mirror (if you dare), and hangout with us as we dive into the legend of Bloody...2025-02-1834 min
Haunted Hangout1. The Most Haunted House in England: The Borley RectoryIn the very first episode of Haunted Hangout, hosts Chelsea and Liz dive into one of the most infamous haunted locations in English history - the Borley Rectory. Dubbed “the most haunted house in England”, this eerie estate was plagued by ghostly whispers, phantom footsteps, and a spectral nun said to wander the grounds. Was it all a hoax, or was there something truly sinister lingering among the hallways of Borley Rectory? We’ll unravel the chilling history, paranormal encounters, and the strange mysteries surrounding this legendary haunt. So grab a drink, turn down the lights...2025-02-0445 min