EPISODE 215: The Night Lola Died Preparing

When Lola Mercy's family found her lifeless body slumped in her rocking chair during their Christmas Eve gathering, her eyes were frozen open, staring at something invisible in the darkness. Twenty years later, the Reyes family still can't forget that horrifying night when their beloved grandmother died alone while they prepared the very feast she had spent all day cooking for eighteen family members. This Christmas season, Stories Philippines takes you to a small barangay in Laguna where holiday traditions blend with ancient Filipino beliefs, and where some families discover that the most terrifying moments can happen during the most sacred celebrations. A chilling tale of family, loss, and the shadows that lurk beneath our most cherished traditions.DISCLAIMER 📢Stories Philippines Podcast is an independent production made possible by HustleStudios. The stories, accounts, and topics discussed in this episode are intended for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the hosts do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of HustleStudios or its affiliates.Some names, dates, and identifying details may have been altered to protect the privacy of individuals and families involved, particularly in cases of true crime or ongoing investigations. Listener discretion is heavily advised. All content, narrations, and sound designs are protected under copyright law. Thank you for listening, and stay safe.This episode might be ad-supported. You can support us by subscribing for as little as $5 a month on our Patreon page or through Apple Podcast Subscriber-Only Audio. 🎉Subscription Benefits 🌟Ad-free weekly podcastExclusive podcast promosEarly access to select episodes👉 Check our Patreon👉 Or subscribe using the Apple Podcasts appThank you so much for your generosity! 🙏Send your stories to [email protected]