EPISODE 30: The Children of the New Town

Season 3 • Episode 7 — The Children of the New TownA faint light breaks the violet of dusk over San Rafael’s newest subdivision—rows of identical houses rise where rice fields and orchards once stood. But these “finished” streets carry unfinished stories. In this episode, we walk the dust-choked roads where laughter drifts through empty rooms, where children who no longer belong press their faces to new windows, and where the living begin to notice marks, footsteps, and small, inexplicable bruises. From River’s waking nightmare of a boy who bit her hand to neighborhood offerings left under felled trees, we trace how development can erase more than land—it can unsettle memory, leave grief unclaimed, and invite restless spirits.Join me, Jessica, as we explore San Rafael and other towns across the Philippines—places where progress collides with the past, where the displaced refuse to be forgotten, and where urban horror grows with every new subdivision. This episode contains unsettling images and accounts. Proceed if you’re ready to face the darkness that sometimes follows the light of progress.Find show notes and support options in the description. Submit your stories to [email protected]. Access exclusive content on Patreon and follow us on social media for daily folklore facts.=======DISCLAIMER 📢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! 🙏Connect with Us 📱Visit us on FacebookShare Your Stories 🎤Record and submit your narrated stories hereEpisode SponsorsNoota: The best transcription and AI Meeting Zoom alternative!Sign Up hereMoxie 🌟The Moxie app is designed specifically for freelancers and small business owners. It offers tools for:Invoicing: Create professional invoices.Client Relationship Management (CRM): Manage client info and communication.Project Management: Organize tasks and files.Expenses: Keep track of business expenses.Proposals and Contracts: Craft and manage them easily.Time Tracking: Efficiently manage your time.Streamline your freelance workflow with Moxie! 😊Learn more about Moxie🎧 Transform Your Audio into Content Magic! 🎤Join our community of creators and enhance your Castmagic experience with custom Presets and Community Prompts. 🚀🔥 Why You'll Love It:Instantly turn audio into engaging contentAccess Featured Community Prompts 🌟Enhance your workflow with tailored solutions🔗 Ready to Revolutionize Your Content? Sign up now and start creating magic today!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/storiesph/exclusive-content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.DISCLAIMER 📢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! 🙏Connect with Us📱Visit us on FacebookEpisode SponsorsNoota: The best transcription and AI Meeting Zoom alternative!Sign Up here