The Lesser Known Pod

Pull up a blanket, dim the lights, and get ready—because in this episode, we are reading real-life paranormal encounters on these haunted tracks.

And let us tell you… some of these stories had us clutching our coffees like emotional support beverages. We walk you through a famously haunted set of train tracks where cars reportedly move on their own (yep, no engine involvement), and the creepiest part? The tiny little handprints left behind. Tiny. Handprints. We’re stressed all over again.

We’re not giving away too much, but just know this: by the end, you might be googling “are ghosts allowed to shove cars?”—because the people who lived these encounters are convinced something otherworldly tried to get their attention.

So settle in, friend. This episode feels like you’re sitting with us while we read ghost stories you absolutely shouldn’t be listening to alone… which is exactly why you should.

Let's go, we’re taking you on a historic and haunted road trip down Missouri’s stretch of Route 66! In this episode, we are diving headfirst into the eerie side of the Mother Road — from the Gilded Age glamour (and ghostly guests) of Rockcliffe Mansion, to the mysterious halls of Pythian Castle, where shadowy figures and giggling children still linger. And just when you think you’re safe? We’re taking a sharp, possibly haunted, turn through Devil’s Elbow — because of course a place with that name has a few ghost stories of its own. We’ll chat about the history that built these places… and the spirits that apparently never checked out. Whether you’re into old mansions, creepy castles, or roads that give you goosebumps, this one’s for you. So grab a snack, keep one hand on the wheel (and maybe a hand on your EMF reader), and join us for some spooky Missouri magic on Route 66. What You’ll Take Away (without spoilers, promise):  Missouri’s stretch of Route 66 has layers — history, tragedy, and hauntings galore.  Rockcliffe Mansion is a perfectly preserved time capsule… with one very haunted room.  Pythian Castle once housed orphans and soldiers — now it’s got a few ghostly residents.  Devil’s Elbow: where the road’s as twisted as the legends that haunt it.  Every stop has its own mix of truth, tragedy, and tall tales — and we’re unpacking them all. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/5... https://www.rockcliffemansion.com/ava... You should check this out too... this is where I got the ghost photos at Pythian Castle:    • Pythian Castle Ghost Photos 4 3 2023  

This week on Sunday Scaries, things get personal. Like… “haunted family home” personal. We’re taking you with us back to Chesterton (Porter), Indiana — to the house that was in our family for years. You know that one house that everyone in your family has a weird story about? Yeah. That’s ours. We’ll tell you about the strange shadows, the little blonde boy who apparently never left, and what happens when you realize your childhood “imaginary friend” might’ve actually been… not imaginary.  It’s part ghost story, part family therapy session, and part “should we really be talking about this out loud?” moment. Grab your coffee, turn on a light (seriously, trust us), and let’s go ghost-hunting through our own memories. EEK!

Alright, buckle up, because we’re taking you on a road trip down the Illinois stretch of Route 66 — and trust us, this isn’t your average Sunday drive. Sure, there’s history, nostalgia, and those classic roadside attractions... but there’s also a few stories that’ll make you think twice before stopping for gas after dark.  Haunted prisons, mysterious hitchhikers, and one bridge with a past you’ll definitely want to hear about. Somewhere between the neon signs and ghost sightings, you’ll find out why Route 66 is called the “Mother Road” — and why so many travelers swear they’ve met something (or someone) strange along the way. So grab your snacks (combos are my favorite road snack), roll the windows down, and ride along with us — we promise you’ll never look at an old highway sign the same way again.

Got a second to get creeped out with us?

This week Ashlee probably got haunted.  We're taking you deep into the wilderness of Wyoming — remote cabin, questionable vibes, and a night that turned very weird. Let’s just say there were things that went bump in the night… and possibly chanted in the dark.

Ash spills the tea on a real-life scarefest involving a cabin, a sleepwalking friend, and something that will make us all question reality. You’ll laugh, you’ll shiver, and you’ll maybe sleep with the lights on. But hey, that’s why you’re here, right?

We’re talking energy, history, and the very thin veil between “this is fine” and “oh no, we’re definitely haunted.” 

So grab your cozy blanket, maybe a flashlight, and let’s get haunted together.

And if you’ve got your own eerie tale? You know we need to hear it!

They say if you drive down the winding road of 13 Bends in Pennsylvania late at night, you’ll never feel truly alone. The trees close in, the air grows heavy, and some swear the shadows bend just as sharply as the road itself. But the most chilling tale isn’t about the turns or the darkness—it’s about a little boy. A boy who doesn’t belong to this world anymore.

Some drivers claim to see him at the side of the road, pale and silent, watching them pass. Others say he suddenly appears in the middle of the lane, forcing them to slam on their brakes, only for him to vanish without a trace. And the unlucky few? They say he follows—his faint footsteps echoing through the night until the bends are behind you… or until you realize he’s sitting quietly in your back seat.

Tonight, we’ll explore the haunted legend of 13 Bends, and the little boy who refuses to let go.

Ready to wander into the wild, weird corners of Wrangell–St. Elias?  Alaska’s biggest, most remote park… and suddenly, you’re not so sure you’re alone. 

This week, we’re talking about ghost miners, mysterious lodges, and maybe even a creature that’ll make you rethink venturing out after dark. Whispers in abandoned mines, figures that don’t quite belong, and some folklore that’s equal parts “what the heck” and “nope, I’m sleeping with the lights on.”

So grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let us drag you (lovingly) into Alaska’s creepiest legends and ghost stories.

You know those moments where you accidentally hurt the people you love the most? 

In this episode, we’re pulling you right into our kitchen-table storytelling as we relive some of the funniest, most ridiculous “oops” moments that somehow became family legends. From wrestling mats to everyday chaos, we’re talking about the weird ways pain turns into comedy when you’ve got a mother-daughter duo like us.

So grab a seat, lean in, and get ready to laugh with (and maybe at) us — because you’ll probably end up thinking about your own family’s “remember when…” stories by the end of this one.

In this episode, we’re bringing you (our favorite listener) right into the heart of a story that has a bit of American history, a bit of the paranormal, and a whole lot of “uhh, what is that in the background of this photo??”

We’re talking skeptical eyebrows, ghostly legends, and the kind of creepy historical facts that make you want to double-check your closet before bed. (Spoiler: the phrase “saved by the bell” is way more terrifying than it sounds.)

Plus, we may or may not confess how often we spiral into ghost story TikTok before sleeping with the lights on. Again.

So grab your comfiest blanket, maybe don’t sit tooclose to any antique mirrors, and get ready for a weird, wild ride through history, hauntings, and the slightly unhinged corners of our brains.

Ash finds something on the street (because of course she does), and let’s just say it’s not the kind of “freebie” you’d ever want in your house. Things get weird… fast.

And then, because one questionable life choice isn’t enough, Ash also decides to “rescue” an animal that turns out to be… well… let’s just say not exactly your average pup.

We’re laughing, we’re cringing, and we’re definitely questioning Ash’s decision-making skills—but honestly, that’s what makes this episode so good. Trust us, you don’t want to miss it.