The Moonlit Road Podcast - Southern Ghost Stories and Folklore

Deep in the Georgia marshlands, a simple grave marker tells a story of courage. Join us for 'A Beloved Teacher,' an original Southern ghost story from the Georgia coast. Discover why some legacies refuse to be buried and why a brave woman's spirit still resonates through the salt air.  FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "A Beloved Teacher" was adapted from folklore by Craig Dominey and Curtis Richardson Storyteller: Curtis Richardson Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.      

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Spooky tale about a young Florida girl who goes to ghastly lengths to get the perfect prom dress.  Teachers can download instructional materials based on this story and others on our Lesson Plans page. For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "The White Dress" was written and told by Richard and Judy Dockery Young.  Taken from their compilation "There's No Such Thing As Ghosts" Additional audio production by Henry Howard. Special thanks to August House for allowing us to use this story. The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.      

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A mysterious seed from Africa, a cruel plantation owner, and a tree that refuses to be tamed. Dive into 'The Click-Bok Tree,' a compelling African-American slave folktale about the power of ancestral magic and the search for justice. FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "The Click-Bok Tree" was written and told by Lester Thomas Director: Craig Dominey Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

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They say even the Devil can't break a happy home alone. Dive into 'The Barefoot Woman,' a classic African-American folktale from Alabama. When a couple's happiness irritates the Devil, he enlists a clever woman to sow the seeds of suspicion. A witty and wicked tale of trickery and temptation. FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "The Barefoot Woman" was adapted from folklore by Craig Dominey and Evelyn McCray Storyteller: Evelyn McCray Music: Barbara Panter Audio Production: Henry Howard Photography by Jon Kownacki The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

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Deep in the Alabama wilderness, some secrets refuse to stay buried.  When two young girls stumble upon a forgotten, vine-covered cottage in the woods, they think they've found a secret clubhouse. But as the shadows lengthen, they uncover the tragic echoes of a Civil War-era mystery that has haunted the land for over a century.  Join us for "Little Cottage in the Woods," a chilling Southern Gothic tale about the thin line between childhood curiosity and the ghosts of the past. Read the full story and see the history of the cottage here: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/little-cottage-in-the-woods/ FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "Little Cottage in The Woods" was written and told by Anne Gilstrap Taken from the CD "A Tour of Southern Ghosts"
Copyright 2000 Art Station
Used by permission Audio Production: Henry Howard ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers. #LittleCottageInTheWoods #AlabamaGhostStories #CivilWarHistory #SouthernFolklore #HauntedCottage #GhostStories #TheMoonlitRoad #AlabamaHistory

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Classic ghost story from the master Ambrose Bierce.  For more strange Southern folktales, including stories not on the podcast, visit https://themoonlitroad.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad Performed by Robert Bethune and Susie Berneis of Freshwater Seas Audiobooks. Check their other audiobooks at www.freshwaterseas.com.  Used by permission. The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.  

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In the heart of the Louisiana bayou, the beautiful Marie Jolie finds herself being courted by a stranger with a silver tongue and a mysterious past. But when his true, devilish nature is revealed, Marie must rely on more than just her beauty to survive. Written and told by the legendary J.J. Reneaux, "Marie Jolie" is a classic Cajun trickster tale filled with wit, danger, and the unique spirit of the swamp. Read the full story and see the Cajun archive here: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/marie-jolie/ FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "Marie Jolie" was written and told by JJ Reneaux.  Story provided courtesy of August House Publishers and JJ Reneaux. The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers. #MarieJolie #CajunFolklore #LouisianaLegends #MsuDiable #BayouTales #SouthernFolklore #TricksterTales #TheMoonlitRoad        

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"The Black Dog" is a haunting Appalachian legend about a mysterious creature that appears in the darkness of the mines. Is it a ghost, a guardian, or a warning? Join us for this life-changing tale from the heart of Kentucky coal mining country. FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "The Black Dog" was written by Jim McAmis and Craig Dominey Storyteller: Jim McAmis Director: Craig Dominey Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers.

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Two treasure hunters with a case of "gold fever" head up Georgia's Sawnee Mountain in search of lost Cherokee treasure. But some secrets are buried deep for a reason, and they soon discover that the ancient mountain haunts don't take kindly to intruders. In this episode, we explore the chilling legend of Chief Sawnee's Gold. While the story is a "creature feature" fiction, Sawnee Mountain is a real-life landmark in Forsyth County, Georgia, with a deep history tied to the Georgia Gold Rush and the Cherokee people. Additional reading: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/chief-sawnees-gold-sawnee-mountain-georgia/ FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "Chief Sawnee's Gold" was written by Craig Dominey and Lanny Gilbert Storyteller: Lanny Gilbert Audio Production: Henry Howard The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC. ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers. #ChiefSawneesGold #GeorgiaGhostStories #AppalachianFolklore #SawneeMountain #CursedTreasure #SouthernLegends #TheMoonlitRoad #CherokeeLore

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On a misty Halloween night in the Louisiana bayou, two boys decide to test their luck in a local pumpkin patch. They were looking for a thrill, but they found something much more sinister waiting among the vines. "Patin's Punkin Patch" is a spooky Cajun tale that proves some things are better left alone—especially when the sun goes down in the swamp. Read the full story here: https://www.themoonlitroad.com/patins-punkin-patch/ FOR MORE STORIES: This is just one of the many legends found on the Southern back roads. Visit our archive of Southern ghost stories and folklore at https://themoonlitroad.com. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themoonlitroad and X/Twitter https://www.x.com/themoonlitroad "Patin's Punkin Patch" was written and told by Tom Coleman The Moonlit Road Podcast is a production of The Moonlit Road, LLC.

ABOUT THE MOONLIT ROAD The Moonlit Road has been exploring the dark back roads of the American South since 1997. We are a large online archive of regional ghost stories, tall tales, and folklore from the Appalachians to the Gulf Coast, told by authentic local storytellers. #PatinsPunkinPatch #CajunFolklore #HauntedPumpkinPatch #LouisianaGhostStories #Taties #SouthernFolklore #HalloweenStories #TheMoonlitRoad  

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