7: S1E07 – Frost and Fury

Gather around the crackling fire at Camp Duskwood this Christmas night for an evening of bone-chilling tales that will make you see the season in a whole new light. In the icy grip of winter, two chilling stories unfold—each exploring the darker side of familiar traditions and the unexpected dangers that can lurk in the most unlikely places.From snow-covered isolation to the unraveling of joy itself, join Otis Jiry as he guides you through a frosty landscape where the shadows stretch long and the cold bites deep. When silence falls and the snow drifts high, will you face the fear—or flee?This episode of Otis Jiry’s Nightmare Fuel is a holiday treat you won’t forget—just don’t listen alone.PODCAST SUMMARY"The Winter Babysitter" by Erik Peabody – On a frigid Christmas Eve in remote Montana, a reclusive neighbor reluctantly takes responsibility for keeping an eye on a troubled teenager left home alone. When strange noises break the icy silence, he discovers that something—or someone—terrifying has come out of the cold. A gripping tale of isolation, duty, and the monstrous truths that lie hidden in the snow, this story will leave you questioning the safety of even the most familiar places."The Night Santa Wasn’t So Jolly" by Eli Pope – Christmas is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but for Santa Claus, the holiday spirit has been replaced by frustration and despair. As the weight of his role becomes unbearable, Santa spirals into a dark and unexpected rebellion against everything he once stood for. Equal parts grim and satirical, this story offers a twisted glimpse into the man behind the myth—and what happens when the magic runs out.