Spooked

Spooked

Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by the creators of Snap Judgment in partnership with KQED & PRX. It is hosted by Glynn Washington. Episodes drop every week on Friday! Spooked is available for free on ALL podcast platforms. Featuring brand NEW stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.

Episodes

September 26, 2025 31 mins

Theresa is living on the island of St. Thomas when hurricane Marilyn strikes. After the storm, she wants to reconnect with the land she loves at the beach. The roads are tricky, traveling at night can be difficult, and once the streets go quiet... you never know who might show up.

Thank you Theresa for sharing your story with Spooked!

Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Clay Xavier, scouted by Paulina Creque, artwork by Teo Du...

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X marks the spot. Spooked Season 10 is here!!!

We proudly present, “The Crossroads” Will you make a deal with the darkness? Walk with us…

We’ve got back-to-back brand NEW episodes for you all October long. Join us on the other side of the veil October 3rd.

Be afraid. 


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September 19, 2025 26 mins

Blair can’t see his hands in front of his face. He can’t see the ground beneath his feet. He’s not in the dark: he’s in a thick cloud of fog. And then a stranger’s voice emerges from the mist, guiding him… can he trust her?

Thank you, Blair, for sharing your story with Spooked. This story comes to us from Australia, the original Upside Down.

Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Sanaa Khan.

 


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September 12, 2025 28 mins

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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September 5, 2025 26 mins

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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August 29, 2025 23 mins

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 M...

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August 22, 2025 30 mins

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...

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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?

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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 ...

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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...

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August 1, 2025 27 mins

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 o...

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July 25, 2025 27 mins

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 an...

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July 18, 2025 31 mins

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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July 11, 2025 36 mins

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.

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"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!"...

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July 4, 2025 26 mins

Catherine is headed to her first ever archaeological dig with her college. She’s as happy as can be, living out her dream of being a real-life Indiana Jones. But when she wakes up in the middle of the night and sees a ghostly figure standing over her, watching her sleep, she starts to wonder if her lifelong dream is actually a nightmare.

Thank you, Catherine, for telling us your terrifying tale!

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June 27, 2025 37 mins

Twin brothers move to an abandoned schoolhouse in rural Oregon with their renegade dad. He’s wild and unpredictable, but that’s not going to stop Miss Withers from giving the boys an afterlife lesson.

Thank you, Mike and Ron, for sharing your story with us!

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno & Anne Ford. Original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot.


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Detective Bob Snow never could have imagined that the toughest case of his entire career, would be an investigation into his own past… life.  

This story comes to Spooked from our sister podcast, Snap Judgment. The Snap Judgment radio show and podcast mixes real stories with original music to produce cinematic, dramatic audio. It's storytelling… with a beat. You can listen to Snap Judgment on any podcast platform!

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June 20, 2025 38 mins

Stacy knows that her daughter, Mabry, is seeing “a lady” in her room at night. But she doesn’t know just how terrifying that lady is.

Thank you, Stacy & Mabry, for sharing your story with Spooked!

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Leon Morimoto. Artwork by Teo Ducot.


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June 13, 2025 36 mins

Gerald carved his name in concrete behind the house. And now, he keeps trying to say hi to the new family that moved into the house. The problem? Gerald’s dead. 

Thank you, Susan, Ben, Cristina, and Stephanie for sharing your story with Spooked.

Produced by Zoe Ferrigno & Chris Hambrick, with assistance from Greta Weber. Original score by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Teo Ducot.


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June 6, 2025 34 mins

Growing up in Mumbai, Rashi knew money didn't grow on trees.  But when times got really tough and the family was on the brink, their house began to reveal its secrets.

Thank you Rashi for sharing your story with Spooked! Rashi is a radio DJ on BIG FM India. You can also follow her on Instagram: @rjrashiofficial @biglive @bigfm.jharkhand

Produced by Erick Yáñez. Original score by Lauryn Newson. Scouted by Aditya Mattoo. Art by Teo Duc...

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May 30, 2025 29 mins

Pushy roommates are the worst. Katherine’s are stubborn and demanding… but they’re also dead and disembodied. And she doesn’t know how to get rid of them.

Thank you, Katherine, for sharing your story with us! If you like cooking as much as supernatural storytelling, check out Katherine’s amazing project, No Cookbook Left Behind.

Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot.


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