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In this episode, we’re stepping inside one of the most infamous, and most haunted, prisons in the world: Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia. Once hailed as the most advanced prison of its time, Eastern State opened in 1829 as an experiment in solitary confinement. Inmates lived in total isolation, forced to wear hoods, and kept under constant “watch” through skylights nicknamed the Eye of God. The idea was repentance and reform, but the reality was mental breakdown, despair, and cruelty. Even Charles Dickens, after visiting, condemned it as “immeasurably worse than any torture of the body.”

Through the decades, Eastern State housed over 75,000 prisoners, including the notorious Al Capone, and became known for harsh punishments, riots, and violence. It closed in 1971, but many believe the spirits of those who suffered there never left. Visitors and staff report shadow figures slipping along the walls, disembodied voices, ghostly faces, and cold spots that chill you to the bone. Paranormal investigators have captured eerie EVPs, unexplained whispers, and apparitions in cellblocks long empty of life.

Today, Eastern State is a historic site and museum, but it’s also considered one of the most haunted places in America. Whether you’re there for the history, the ghost tours, or the legendary Halloween Nights, one thing’s for sure: behind those crumbling walls, the past isn’t done speaking.

Step inside with us…if you dare.

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The You Two Scare Me Podcast is hosted by Andi Zyvith and Feliz AndrewsOriginal Music by Stefan Tatka

Disclaimer: The You Two Scare Me Podcast is intended for entertainment purposes only. The views, opinions, and discussions presented in this show are those of the hosts and guests, and should not be considered factual statements, professional advice, or verified accounts. Our content often includes folklore, paranormal stories, urban legends, and speculative material, which may not be historically accurate. Listener discretion is advised, as some episodes may include sensitive themes such as death, violence, or trauma. All stories are shared with respect for the cultures and communities connected to them, and no harm or offense is intended.

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