Shows
The Witching HourLondon’s Lingering Legend: Jack the RipperFive brutal murders. A city in fear. A killer who was never found. Join us as we analyze one of history’s most infamous unsolved cases, from crime scene details to modern forensic efforts. 2025-02-2121 min
The Witching HourSilver Screen Screams: Nosferatu (2024) A brand-new segment emerges from the shadows… Silver Screen Screams brings you deep dives into the best horror films, and we’re kicking things off with Nosferatu (2024). Does it deliver the gothic chills we crave? Press play and let’s find out. 2025-02-1340 minThe Witching Hour**February 2025 Podcast Update**A quick podcast update! Thank you all for listening and I am excited for what is to come.2025-02-0506 min
The Witching HourCreepy Christmas: Part 2 - Naughty or Nightmarish?In Part 2 of Creepy Christmas, Nikki explores the darker side of the holidays with Saint Nicholas, Belsnickel, and Krampus. These figures bring gifts, switches, and terrifying consequences for those who’ve been naughty. Are you ready for the shadows of Christmas? 2024-12-1425 min
The Witching HourCreepy Christmas: Part 1 – The Dark Origins of YuleLong before Christmas as we know it, winter was marked by eerie pagan traditions and ghostly tales. In Part 1 of our Creepy Christmas series, Nikki uncovers the chilling origins of Yule, from the spectral Wild Hunt to the restless spirits said to roam the solstice. Explore the darker side of the season, where firelight battles the long night, and ancient rituals honor both life and death. 2024-12-0532 minThe Witching HourBonus Episode: The Case of Lizzie BordenIn this bonus episode, Nikki dives into the infamous case of Lizzie Borden, dissecting the chilling murders of her father and stepmother. Was Lizzie a cold-blooded killer, an innocent scapegoat, or something in between? Join Nikki as she unravels the clues, the trial, and the enduring mystery that has haunted history for over a century. 2024-11-2320 minThe Witching HourParanoia, Power, and Persecution: The Salem Witch TrialsIn this episode, Nikki unravels the Salem Witch Trials, uncovering the web of accusations, the tragic executions, and the societal tensions that fueled a community’s descent into chaos. 2024-11-2134 minThe Witching HourPumpkins, Costumes, and Spirits: A History of HalloweenHappy Halloween! In the episode, Nikki discusses the origins of some of the most popular traditions of the season. 2024-10-3142 minThe Witching HourBlood, Lust, and Impalement: The History of VampiresIn this episode, Nikki dives into the dark history of vampires. From their origins in ancient folklore to their place in modern pop culture, we explore how these creatures have evolved and why they continue to captivate us. 2024-10-2441 minThe Witching HourBonus Episode: A Word That Won't Die - The CROATOAN MysteryIn this mini episode, Nikki discusses the mystery of CROATOAN - A word found throughout history connected to mysterious deaths and disappearances. 2024-10-2119 minThe Witching HourFear, Folly, and Feminism: The European Witch TrialsFor our first-ever episode, Nikki explores the complicated and disturbing history of the European Witch Trials, and their impact on modern perceptions and pop culture. 2024-10-1745 min