The Birds: As a little boy in Richmond Virginia, raising pigeons, Ray Christian made a friend with the same hobby. But there was something mysterious about Ray’s new pal.
The Taxidermist: When Tracey started doing taxidermy, she assumed all her subjects would be dead. Until she met a squirrel who didn't seem quite right.

Creepy Crawly

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, by Snap Judgment Studios, in partnership with KQED &amp; PRX. It is hosted by Glynn Washington. Episodes drop every week on Friday! Spooked is available for free on ALL podcast platforms. Featuring brand NEW stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.

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Ellie’s mom doesn’t believe her when she says the house is haunted. But when a shadow man appears in Ellie’s closet doorway one night, Ellie wonders: who can she turn to?Thank you, Ellie, for sharing your story with us here at Spooked.Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Richard Haig, artwork by Sanaa Khan

Ghostlighted

Just because it looks like you’re all alone… doesn’t mean you are. If someone in the darkness calls out to you, don’t answer them.STORIESHellevatorDan is a cop on the nightshift. When he’s asked to check something out at the deserted senior home, he discovers one resident never left. Thank you, Dan Cope, for sharing your story with us.Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Richard HaigQueen MaryThe Queen Mary is one of the most haunted places in America. But Daniel and his friends don’t take any heed of the history when they’re asked to spend the night aboard the ship. Thank you, Daniel Noah, for sharing another terrifying tale with us. Daniel makes horror films and he also makes podcasts about horror films. Check out his amazing podcast: Visitations.Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Lauryn NewsonArtwork by Teo Ducot

Hellevator

Paola’s quinceañera will have sunflowers, dancing and a guest list that’s out of this world. Thank you, Paola González, for sharing your story with Spooked!Produced by Erick Yañez, original score by Doug Stuart, translation by Lou Arruti, artwork by Teo Ducot.

Quince Años

In our last episode of Spooked we met Aimee, she can see and talk to ghosts. She even invites one to come home with her and be her best friend. If you haven’t heard the last episode -- you’re going to want to go back and listen to that one first. Part two of a two-part story.

Thank you, Aimee, for sharing your story with Spooked! Aimee makes awesome handmade paper items, check out her store.

Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Jordain Wallace, artwork by Teo Ducot

The Tagalong Pt. 2

Aimee is different from her classmates: she can see and talk to ghosts. She even invites one to come home with her and be her best friend. Part one of a two-part story.

Thank you, Aimee, for sharing your story with Spooked! Aimee makes awesome handmade paper items, check out her store.

Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Jordain Wallace, artwork by Teo Ducot

Creepy Crawly

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