Fragments | Blackbeard’s Ghost: The Light That Never Left Ocracoke — Ep. 02

In November 1718, the pirate known as Blackbeard was killed in the waters near Ocracoke Island. His head was carried away as proof of his death, while his body disappeared beneath the surface.But around the Outer Banks, people believed the story didn't end there.Join host Robert Barber for a short journey into one of North Carolina's oldest ghost legends.Support the showState of the Unknown is a documentary paranormal podcast about real people who encountered something they couldn't explain. The show explores reported hauntings, UFO encounters, cryptid sightings, folklore, and other unexplained events through careful research, atmospheric storytelling, and the evidence and explanations behind each case.👁️‍🗨️ New episodes every Tuesday 📬 Reach out: [email protected]📣 Follow the strange: @stateoftheunknownpodcast on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, & Threads🔍 Want more? Visit stateoftheunknown.com to explore show notes and submit your own story.Share Your TakeHave a theory about this episode? Message me anytime on Instagram @stateoftheunknownpodcast - I read every DM.Some stories don’t stay buried.We go looking anyway.