On the edge of Ireland in the deep forest, a young boy makes a new friend that no one in town has seen for years.

"A Boy Named Thomas" ...Shane Dunphy spent years working with kids as a social worker. He’d seen it all until he met a little boy named Gregory.

For more, get Shane Dunphy’s book The Boy They Tried to Hide.

Producer: Nancy Lopez

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When supernatural forces come for her kids, Curtis’s mom stands strong. Mrs. Hagstrom may be one of the meanest ghosts yet. 

Thank you Curtis for sharing your story with us! Check out Curtis’s memoir: Shadow of Fear

Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Sanaa Khan. 

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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. 

This story was told at Spooked LIVE! We have a West Coast tour this year in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Seattle! Join us. Get your tix. Cross over.

Thank you, Dr. Ray Christian! Check out Ray’s podcast: What’s Ray Saying

Original music performed live by Doug Stuart and Brijean Murphy. Produced by Anna Sussman. Mixed by Miles Lassi. Artwork by Teo Ducot. Special thanks to Ryan Davis, Sarah Rose Leonard, Jon Cohn, Rebecca Stumme, Kristen Payne, and the LA Orpheum Team.

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An abandoned gold mine, an empty old church, a sight no one will believe.

STORIES

The Mine

Gold miner Shannon Poe has been in a lot of scary situations. He’s run headlong towards a cougar, fallen out of trees, and been caught in a shootout. But nothing quite compares to what he experienced in an abandoned gold mine last fall.

The Mission

An empty old church. An open door. A sight no one will believe.

Thanks, Jenni, for sharing your story with us! Jenni Prange Boran is a screenwriter living in Tacoma, WA. 

This episode was produced by Adizah Eghan, Eliza Smith, and Anna Sussman. Original score by Leon Morimoto. Audio support by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Sanaa Khan.

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Should you heed your dreams if they foretell danger? How can you tell the difference between dreams and what might become reality?

STORIES

Denver Deja Vu

Jodi is about to discover that the man of her dreams is a walking, talking nightmare. 

Thank you, Jodi, for sharing your story!

Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot.

Lady and the Scamp

When someone in a hockey mask starts following Silvana in her dreams, she realizes that sometimes you don’t want all your dreams to come true. 

Thank you, Silvana, for sharing your story with us. 

Produced by Annie Nguyen & Nathalie Chicha, original score by Renzo Gorrio.

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The hallowed halls of an Airbnb house a spirit that can only be seen through sprinkles, spritzes, and sparkles… of air freshener. Queen of Comedy, Jen Kober, shares a story only she could tell. Plus, hear about Glynn's close personal witch. LIVE! 

The episode contains strong language, sensitive listeners please be advised. 

Thanks, Jen, for sharing your story with us! For all things Jen -- and to see her live on tour -- check out her website.

These stories were told at Spooked LIVE! We have a West Coast tour this year in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Seattle! Join us in September and October! Get your tix. Cross over.

Original music performed live by Doug Stuart and Brijean Murphy. Mixed by Miles Lassi. Artwork by Teo Ducot. Special thanks to Ryan Davis, Sarah Rose Leonard, Jon Cohn, Rebecca Stumme, Kristen Payne, and the LA Orpheum Team.

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Skagway is a tiny, remote town in Alaska. The population of living souls hovers around 1,000. And by all accounts, there may be just as many souls stuck behind, haunting the place.

STORIES

Frances 

Cori suspects she’s got a second roommate who she can’t see, and who may very well be contacting her from beyond the veil.

Lydia 

The wait staff at the Red Onion Saloon help uncover the sad story of their notorious ghost, Lydia.

Thank you to our amazing storytellers for sharing your truth with us! 

These stories were produced by Eliza Smith, Anna Sussman, and the ghostbusters at Snap Judgment. Original music by Renzo Gorrio, Leon Morimoto, and Pat Mesiti-Miller. Artwork by Sanaa Khan. 

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Cursed cat bones. Dead dogs. A haunted pond. Master storyteller Todd Narron is our tour guide as we explore the mysterious, spooky American South.

STORIES

Barbara Nichols Pond

Ever since a little girl died a watery death, the kids in Johnston County steer clear of the pond. Years later, Todd thinks that she might just be avenging her untimely end.

The Cat Bone Curse

Todd’s uncle was one mean son of a biscuit. But long after he’s dead and gone, his descendants worry that his meanness might rub off on them.

Thank you Todd, for sharing your stories! If you want more stories from Todd, check out his books, Country Stories of Ghosts and Bad Men and Country Stories of Ghosts and Bad Men: Series 2 - The Dead Ones.

Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Sanaa Khan.

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In the winter woods on a forgotten path, Lyn finds out that some snow angels are real.

Thank you, Lyn Ford, for sharing your story with us! For of Lyn’s home-fried tales check out her website. 

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lauryn Newson, scouted by Dan Yashinsky, artwork by Teo Ducot. 

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There are times when you are supposedly all alone. And then you see her, him or it out of the corner of your eye... watching.

STORIES

"The Night Mother"
It’s the middle of the night. You’re not even 15, and you’re home alone with your little brother. You’re waiting for your mom to come home. What would happen if she didn’t make it? 

"Voice In The Woods"
When the voice says "Stop" you stay perfectly still.  And when the voice says "Run!" you had better run.

This is the first episode of Spooked ever! These stories were produced by Eliza Smith and the ghostbusters at Snap Judgment. Original music by Renzo Gorrio, Leon Morimoto, and Pat Mesiti-Miller. Artwork by Teo Ducot. 

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