Sharing is Scaring

Sharing is Scaring

Sharing is Scaring is a hybrid scripted and conversational podcast where host, Erin, is joined by friends to cover a variety of creepy, kooky, scary, and spooky topics. Mixed in with informational discussion, and real-life experiences told or written by people just like you.

Episodes

October 29, 2024 70 mins

In this episode, Erin is joined by Jessie as she shares the history and hauntings of The Thayer Hotel in Annandale, MN as well as her personal ghostly experience while staying there.

Sources:

 Eat — the Thayer. (n.d.). . https://thethayer.com/story

 Pwpadmin. (2015, May 5). A tumultuous history | Annandale Advocate. Annandale Advocate. https://www.annandaleadvocate.com/news/8839/a-tumultuous-history

 
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In this special episode, Erin and Jenn talk about their personal connections to Tarot and discuss how readings work. As an example, the girls do a past/present/future reading on each other which leads to a big announcement!

Farewell Jenn! We will all miss you very much and wish you luck on your future endeavors!

Erin's YouTube: @HELwithErin

Sources:
Bartlett, S. (2006). The Tarot Bible: The Defin...

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October 31, 2023 58 mins

The story of Halloween has so many elements that create the perfect concoction of sinister and fun. Listen as Erin and Jenn break down the different elements of Halloween while discussing the history of traditions and their personal Halloween histories and traditions.

 Resources:

 Thomas, H. (2021, October 26). The Origins of Halloween Traditions | Headlines and Heroes. The Library of Congress. https://blogs.loc.gov/headli...

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October 24, 2023 39 mins

From family haunts to Ouija board gone wrong, join Erin and Jenn as they host a mix of stories from people like you!

Do you have a scary story to share? Email me at sharingisscaringpod@gmail.com

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October 17, 2023 35 mins

Whether it's for luck or protection, taken seriously or just something that became habitual, most everyone has taken part in a superstitious ritual. This week, listen to Erin and Jenn as they discuss superstitions surrounding reflections and mirrors.

Resources:

Superstitions and their origins |. (2021, February 2). Psychic Library ~ Beyond Books. https://psychiclibrary.com/superstition-room/

Ferre, L. (2012, N...

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October 13, 2023 35 mins

Inspired by the Voorhees family, join Erin and Jenn for a bonus episode as they share tales of haunted summer camps based in Michigan.

Resources:

Madriga, E. (2021, August 24). 24 Creepy Things That Happened At Real Summer Camps. Thought Catalog. https://thoughtcatalog.com/emily-madriga/2021/07/24-creepy-things-that-happened-at-real-summer-camps/
12 incredibly haunted places in the Upper Peninsula. (2023, Au...

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October 10, 2023 37 mins

Behind several UFO or extraterrestrial sightings, there is often another type of visitor waiting in the wings. Tall men in black suits, often wearing a fedora and sunglasses are said to have visited many who have had alien encounters. But who are the men in black? Listen this week as Erin and Jenn discuss the tales of the real-life men in black.

Resources:

Pew Research Center. (2021, June 30). Most Americans believe life o...

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October 3, 2023 41 mins

What happens when you wake up during REM sleep, but your body doesn't? Listen this week as Erin and Jenn share stories from people like you, all about sleep paralysis.

Resources:

Suni, E., & Suni, E. (2023). Sleep paralysis: symptoms, causes, and treatment. Sleep Foundation. https://www.sleepfoundation.org/parasomnias/sleep-paralysis

Sleep Is The Foundation. (2022, October 20). Sleep Demons exist! but shou...

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September 26, 2023 35 mins

Primarily in the US, black eyed children have been terrorizing people door-to-door and more. Usually showing up in the middle of the night dressed in outdated clothing, who or what are the BEK? 
Listen this week as Erin and Jenn discuss the tales of the Black-Eyed Kids.

Resources:

 Vasey, G. (2018). The Chilling, True Terror of the Black-Eyed Kids: A Monster Compilation [Audiobook]. Gary Vasey. https://www.audible.com/p...

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September 19, 2023 30 mins

In Mexican folklore lies the haunting tale of La Llorona. Sweeping through Mexico, parts of the US, and even reaching to parts of Europe, La Llorona is said to terrorize those who wander or misbehave.
Listen this week as Erin and Jenn discuss the legend and one of the movies she inspired.

Resources:

Winick, S. (2021, October 13). La Llorona: An introduction to the Weeping Woman | Folklife Today. The Library of Congress....

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September 12, 2023 72 mins

The Ouija board has been around for over 100 years so there are bound to be some sinister tales surrounding the mystifying oracle.
Listen this week as Erin and Jenn share stories from people like you all involving the Ouija board.

Resources:

 Davidson, L. (n.d.). The strange history of the Ouija Board. History Hit. https://www.historyhit.com/the-strange-history-of-the-ouija-board/

Schwarz, R. (2023). Zozo: A terrifying...

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September 5, 2023 40 mins

In 2016 the world was in a panic over creepy clown sightings terrorizing cities and small towns alike. Have creepy clown sightings always been around? Or will we always remember them for the clown-demic of 2016.
Listen as Erin and Jenn discuss the most notable creepy clown sightings in the US over the years.

Resources:

 Mack, D. (2016, August 29). People Are Being Warned About Scary Clowns Luring Kids Into The Woods. Bu...

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August 22, 2023 48 secs

Season 1 release date: September 5th, 2023

Do you have a scary story to share? Email me at sharingisscaringpod@gmail.com

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