The Empty Coffin

The Empty Coffin

Dive headfirst into the eerie and unknown with The Empty Coffin Podcast, your weekly haunt for all things paranormal, supernatural, folklore and delightfully spooky. Hosted by Greg Hansberry—a seasoned media professional and Halloween influencer with an insatiable passion for the macabre—this podcast brings the chills with a perfect blend of storytelling and interviews. The Empty Coffin will delve into dark tourism, haunted history, and spooky pop culture. It will satisfy your craving for Halloween spirit year round.

Episodes

18. Summer of Scares: Jaws, Sequels, and Set Secrets

June 21, 2025 • 28 mins
Jaws—the movie that changed summer forever—turns turns 50 in this special episode of The Empty Coffin. Take trip behind the scenes of the iconic thriller, from the bone-chilling USS Indianapolis monologue to Martha’s Vineyard’s haunted legacy. Hear how the island is marking five decades of fear with eerie exhibits, filming tours, and stories from locals who lived it. Then it’s a flash-forward to fresh frights: Get the inside sco...
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17. The Vanishing Hitchhiker: From Backroads to Graveyards, a Ghost Story That Refuses to Die

May 29, 2025 • 19 mins
Tracing the Origins of America’s Creepiest Urban Legend... She appears on lonely highways, soaked in moonlight and mystery. You offer her a ride—and before the journey ends, she’s gone without a trace. Sound familiar? That’s because the Vanishing Hitchhiker is one of the most enduring and chilling urban legends of all time. In this episode of The Empty Coffin Podcast, we dig deep into the shadowy history of this haunted tale—from...
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16. The Pope Is Dead: Inside Rome’s Bone Churches, Ancient Catacombs & Darkest Burial Secrets

April 30, 2025 • 29 mins
Fascinated by secret societies, papal traditions, and underground necropolises? With the recent passing of Pope Francis, there’s no better time to explore the bizarre and morbid rituals surrounding papal death—including why a cardinal must tap the Pope’s head with a hammer to officially declare him dead. This episode of The Empty Coffin also unravels the still-unsettling mystery behind the sudden death of Pope John Paul I, who die...
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15. Video Nasties: The Fright Club Live Recording

March 25, 2025 • 36 mins
In this episode of The Empty Coffin, we unravel the chilling history of Video Nasties—the banned horror films that sparked a moral panic in 1980s Britain. Explore how controversial films like, Cannibal Holocaust, became horror legends. Plus, listen to the Fright Club Live podcast Greg guest co-hosted with Hope Madden. They count down the top 5 films that feature dark/gory/cursed videos in their plots. Horror Fans, True Crime Buff...
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14. Cover Your Mirrors Before It's Too Late: Exploring Celtic Legends

March 17, 2025 • 13 mins
On this episode of The Empty Coffin, step into the shadowy world of the folklore and eerie traditions of the British Isles—starting with a curious leprechaun sighting in Pennsylvania that links to ancient Celtic beliefs. Discover the haunting customs of an Irish wake and why covering mirrors was a vital ritual. Then, journey to Scotland for the latest on the elusive Loch Ness Monster and the scientific efforts to uncover its secret...
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13. Secrets of the Mystic Societies: The Dark Truth Behind America’s Most Haunted City

March 5, 2025 • 19 mins
Discover the secret orders of the mysterious mystic societies of Mobile, Alabama. These exclusive groups are behind the elaborate carnival parades and balls, with symbols drawing from mythology, Freemasonry, and even the occult. Could their secretive nature be linked to something more than just pageantry? This episode takes you inside the Mobile Carnival Museum, where the artifacts of secretive mystic societies might just hold mor...
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12. The Rodent Oracle: Animal Divination, Imbolc, and Punxsutawney

February 1, 2025 • 38 mins
Long before Punxsutawney Phil, civilizations practiced animal divination, watching creatures for signs of weather shifts, fate, and supernatural forces. But what if Groundhog Day isn’t just a quirky tradition—what if it’s a modern echo of an ancient ritual? In this episode of The Empty Coffin, we unravel the dark origins of Groundhog Day, its deep ties to the Celtic festival of Imbolc, and why humans have always turned to animals ...
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11. Phantom Children & A Spirit Who Lost His Luggage: Hauntings from South Africa to San Antonio

January 25, 2025 • 41 mins
From South Africa to San Antonio, this week on The Empty Coffin, we travel across the globe to unravel two spine-chilling tales of paranormal encounters. First, discover the unsettling events at a South African embassy, where colleagues of a deceased tourist experienced an unexplainable intrusion—a psychic medium reveals the spirit’s startling motives. Then, journey to a historic San Antonio hotel near the Alamo, where a family’s...
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10. Nosferatu: From 1922 to 2024

December 19, 2024 • 31 mins
We're celebrating the release of Robert Eggers' remake of Nosferatu that was released on Christmas Day. Film critics Hope Madden and George Wolf join us with a review of the new film. Plus, they shed a light on the shadowy world of Nosferatu. We uncover the film's history, its unauthorized connection to Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and the chilling urban legends surrounding its star, Max Schreck. Because of its Christmas day release, we ...
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9. Christmas is Creepy: Why We Tell Ghost Stories for Christmas

December 12, 2024 • 28 mins
Do you love spooky stories? Do you love Christmas? What about scary ghost stories told at Christmas time? This tradition goes all the way back to the Victorian era in England, and might be a tradition you already practice without even realizing it! On this episode of The Empty Coffin Podcast, host Greg Hansberry takes you on a journey to uncover the chilling origins of telling scary ghost stories for Christmas. He interviews Tony W...
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8. The Night Rock n Roll Lost One of its Icons: Remembering Darrell "Dimebag" Abbott and The Alrosa Villa

December 6, 2024 • 40 mins
On December 8, 2004, a chilling act of violence rocked the music world. A deranged fan stormed the stage at the iconic Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio, killing beloved Pantera guitarist Darrell "Dimebag" Abbott and three others. Twenty years later, this tragedy continues to haunt the heavy metal community and those who lived through it. In this gripping episode of The Empty Coffin Podcast, we go into "true crime mode" and look at a ...
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7. True Blood and Beyond: Unearthing Vampire Lore

November 22, 2024 • 24 mins
Journey into the heart of New Orleans, a city steeped in mystery and magic, as we explore the enduring fascination with vampires! This episode of The Empty Coffin unearths the chilling tales of the Casket Girls, the legendary French colonists who arrived with coffin-shaped luggage and an unsettling aura. We trace the evolution of vampire lore from ancient Mesopotamia to modern-day New Orleans, uncovering the cultural origins of the...
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6. Macabre Creativity: Exploring the Art of Skulls & Bones

November 14, 2024 • 26 mins
Skulls have held powerful meanings throughout history, from symbols of protection against evil spirits to representations of death, rebirth, and spiritual connection. But can something as heavy as death be portrayed in a light, creative way? On this episode of The Empty Coffin, we dive deep into the world of contemporary artists who use skulls and bones as their medium of expression. Our special guest, Katherine Harrison, a dedicat...
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5. Are You From The Light?

November 7, 2024 • 20 mins
Are you ready to connect with the other side? Host, Greg Hansberry gets a surprising message from the beyond while visiting a psychic. But there’s a twist—he has no clue who the message is from! Enter Greg’s sister, who swoops in with a heartwarming story about a family heirloom, connecting the dots between past and present. Then, world-renowned psychic medium to the stars, Char Margolis, joins the show to spill her expert advice. ...
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4. What Does Scary Sound Like?

October 31, 2024 • 19 mins
We're all in for a treat when we're able to combine two of our favorite things. On this episode of The Empty Coffin Podcast, we blend our passion for spooky tales and electrifying tunes to explore the chilling question: What Does Scary Sound Like? Join us as we kick off with legendary rock ‘n’ roll icon Mike Love of The Beach Boys, who shares his unique perspective on the spooky. Ever heard of the Theremin? 🎼 This iconic instrumen...
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3. Ghostbusters Are Real: Meet the True Heroes of the Supernatural World

October 24, 2024 • 33 mins
🎙️Slimer may be a stretch, but ghostbusters are real...and they're here to help. Join us in this thrilling episode of The Empty Coffin Podcast, where we meet three extraordinary ghost-busting heroes ready to share their unique perspectives. First up, hear from the president of the NYC Ghostbusters, who spills the secrets on how YOU can join the ghost-fighting community! Next, we chat with The Shadow Walker, one of the most powerfu...
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2. Unleashing the Beast Within

October 5, 2024 • 18 mins
Could it be good… or could it be evil? In this brand-new episode of The Empty Coffin, we explore the hidden forces shaping our world—and ourselves. Author and journalist Rebecca Boyle reveals how the Moon, Earth’s celestial companion, influences human development in unexpected ways. Psychologist Dr. Rachel Toles delves into the minds of serial killers, shedding light on the psychology of evil and how it challenges our understanding...
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1. What Was Your Gateway Ghost?

October 4, 2024 • 23 mins
Welcome to The Empty Coffin Podcast! In our debut episode, we explore your "gateway ghost" with special guest Dustin Pari from Ghost Adventures. Learn the chilling history of coffins with paranormal historian Bucky Cutright as he unravels where we all eventually end up. Plus, Miranda Hawkins, host of The Deep Dark Woods, reveals why we're told never to talk to strangers or wander into the the dark forest alone. Tune in for spine-ti...
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The Empty Coffin Trailer 2024

October 1, 2024 • 3 mins
Ready to embrace the eerie and explore the unknown? The Empty Coffin Podcast, is your weekly source for haunted history, paranormal mysteries, and supernatural lore. Hosted by award winning podcaster Greg Hansberry, The Empty Coffin is a brand new show that delivers a fresh blend of storytelling, interviews, and insights into the world’s creepiest topics.  Don’t miss out on this macabre sensation. Subscribe now on your favorite pod...
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