Haunted Hangout

Welcome to Haunted Hangout — the podcast where cozy meets creepy. We're Chelsea and Liz: longtime friends, paranormal enthusiasts, and your hosts for weekly dives into ghost stories, haunted history, strange encounters, and the downright bizarre.

Somewhere along the way, the weird just became our thing — and now we're bringing you along for the ride. Whether you're here for haunted houses, eerie folklore, or the occasional "what was...

In this episode, we dive into the chilling mystery of the Black Dahlia murder and the many theories surrounding who killed Elizabeth Short. We also explore the alleged hauntings tied to two key locations in the case: the Biltmore Hotel and the Sowden House. Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of graphic violence, sexual abuse, and murder. Listener discretion is advised.

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In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most infamous haunted houses in America—The Sallie House. Located in Atchison, Kansas, this unassuming home has terrified people for decades with its violent paranormal activity. From ghostly scratches to full-blown possessions, those who’ve stepped inside often leave with more than just goosebumps. We’ll uncover the tragic origins of the alleged child spirit known as Sallie, explore th...

In this chilling episode, we dive into one of the most iconic and unsettling cryptids in modern folklore: the Mothman. First sighted in West Virginia in 1966, this towering, winged figure with glowing red eyes has been linked to a string of eerie events and catastrophic disasters—from the collapse of the Silver Bridge to alleged sightings near Chernobyl, 9/11, and even the Fukushima nuclear meltdown. We’ll unpack eyewitness account...

Tucked away in the heart of the Rockies, the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel looks like something out of a fairytale — but the stories inside are anything but charming. This week, we explore one of Canada’s most iconic and haunted hotels, where ghostly bellhops roam the halls, a phantom bride is seen dancing in her wedding dress, and an entire vanished room may still exist… somewhere. From chilling folklore to real-life guest encounte...

In the very first Listener Lore episode, we’re sharing some of your ghost stories — chilling listener submissions that will have you looking over your shoulder. We’re also opening up about some of our own eerie encounters with the unexplained. From haunted houses to brushes with the paranormal, this episode is packed with spooky tales that prove you’re never really alone. Turn off the lights, grab a blanket, and get ready to be tho...

In this episode, we dive into one of the most chilling internet ghost stories of all time: Dear David. What started as a few strange dreams quickly spiraled into a terrifying haunting documented in real-time on Twitter by Adam Ellis. From eerie midnight phone calls and ghostly photos to a malformed child spirit with a haunting stare, this story gripped millions and blurred the line between online fiction and real-life nightmare. Jo...

What happens when grief, guilt, and ghostly whispers collide? In this episode, we unravel the chilling legend of the Winchester Mystery House; a sprawling California mansion built under the guidance of spirits… or so the story goes. From staircases that lead to nowhere to doors that open into walls, this architectural oddity is as eerie as it is fascinating. Was Sarah Winchester truly haunted, or was something else driving her to b...

In this chilling episode of Haunted Hangout, we dive into one of the most vicious and baffling unsolved crimes in American history: the Villisca Axe Murders. On a quiet night in 1912, in the small town of Villisca, Iowa, eight people — including six children — were brutally murdered in their sleep. With doors locked from the inside, mirrors covered, and the killer's weapon left behind, the crime scene was as disturbing as it was my...

In 1976, a young German woman named Anneliese Michel underwent a series of intense and harrowing exorcisms—67 sessions over 10 months—after her family and local priests became convinced she was possessed by demonic forces. Her story is one of faith, fear, and tragedy, blurring the line between religious belief and medical reality. Was Anneliese truly possessed, or was she suffering from an illness that went untreated? In this chill...

In this episode of Haunted Hangout, we unravel the chilling tale of Robert the Doll, one of the world's most infamous haunted objects. On display at the Fort East Martello Museum in Key West, Florida, Robert may look like an ordinary childhood toy, but his sinister reputation tells a far darker story. From eerie voices and moving objects to curses that have left visitors begging for forgiveness, Robert's unsettling history has terr...

They knock at your door late at night. They ask for help in an eerily monotone voice. And their eyes… completely black, void of any humanity.

In this episode of Haunted Hangout, we’re diving into the terrifying phenomenon of the Black Eyed Children or the Black Eyed Kids — mysterious entities that appear as lost kids in need of assistance. But those who let them in often report feelings of overwhelming dread, unexplained illnesses, ...

Step inside, press the buttons in the right order, and whatever you do—don’t talk to her. The Elevator Game is an urban legend that claims to transport players to another world. But is it just a creepy internet myth, or something far more sinister?

In this episode, we break down how to play the game and the terrifying experiences of those who claim to have played. We also explore its unsettling connection to the mysterious death of ...

Step into the mind of H.H. Holmes, a charming killer who built the infamous Murder Castle during the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair—a maze designed for murder. Was he a mastermind, a liar, or something worse? Join us as we unravel the gruesome truth behind one of history’s most notorious killers.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of murder, torture, and violence that some listeners may find disturbing. Please listen with...

Deep in the heart of Transylvania lies the Hoia Baciu Forest, a place so shrouded in mystery that it’s been called Romania’s Bermuda Triangle. Known for its eerie silence, unexplained lights, reports of UFO sightings, and ghostly apparitions, this forest has terrified locals and paranormal investigators alike. Some say it’s cursed, others believe it’s a portal to another dimension — but one thing is certain: those who enter rarely ...

In this episode of Haunted Hangout, we're saying her name - three times. Bloody Mary is one of the most infamous urban legends, whispered at sleepovers and tested in darkened bathrooms for generations. But where did this eerie ritual come from? Is it just a spooky game, or does it have roots in something far more sinister? Join us as we uncover the origins, chilling encounters, and eerie variations of this legendary mirror mystery.

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In the very first episode of Haunted Hangout, hosts Chelsea and Liz dive into one of the most infamous haunted locations in English history - the Borley Rectory. Dubbed “the most haunted house in England”, this eerie estate was plagued by ghostly whispers, phantom footsteps, and a spectral nun said to wander the grounds. Was it all a hoax, or was there something truly sinister lingering among the hallways of Borley Rectory? We’ll u...