The Dybbuk Box: The True Story Behind America’s Most Haunted Object — Ep. 33 episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 34 MIN

The Dybbuk Box: The True Story Behind America’s Most Haunted Object — Ep. 33

from State of the Unknown | Documented Hauntings and Real Paranormal Cases Across America

The Dybbuk Box is one of the most infamous haunted objects in modern paranormal history.But behind the viral stories, the museum footage, and the online legends, there was something real: a chain of people who claimed that nightmares, shadows, sickness, and fear followed the small wooden cabinet wherever it went.In this episode, join Robert Barber as he breaks down the original estate sale in Portland, Oregon, the early owners who tried to live with it, the curator who believed it carried a presence, and the moment the story exploded into the public imagination.Some of it is verified.Some of it is personal testimony.Some of it is exaggerated.But all of it adds up to one of the strangest modern hauntings ever recorded.Is the Dybbuk Box a genuine haunting, the power of suggestion, or something in between?Let’s look at what really happened.🎧 State of the Unknown — new episodes every Tuesday.Support the showState of the Unknown is a documentary-style podcast exploring America’s unexplained stories, including reported hauntings, UFO encounters, cryptid sightings, folklore, and modern paranormal cases. Each episode combines careful research, atmospheric storytelling, and reflection on the human questions behind the mystery.👁️‍🗨️ 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.

The Dybbuk Box is one of the most infamous haunted objects in modern paranormal history. But behind the viral stories, the museum footage, and the online legends, there was something real: a chain of people who claimed that nightmares, shadows, sickness, and fear followed the small wooden cabinet wherever it went. In this episode, join Robert Barber as he breaks down the original estate sale in Portland, Oregon, the early owners who tried to live with it, the curator who believed it carried a...

NOW PLAYING

The Dybbuk Box: The True Story Behind America’s Most Haunted Object — Ep. 33

0:00 34:30

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of State of the Unknown | Documented Hauntings and Real Paranormal Cases Across America?

This episode is 34 minutes long.

When was this State of the Unknown | Documented Hauntings and Real Paranormal Cases Across America episode published?

This episode was published on December 9, 2025.

What is this episode about?

The Dybbuk Box is one of the most infamous haunted objects in modern paranormal history.But behind the viral stories, the museum footage, and the online legends, there was something real: a chain of people who claimed that nightmares, shadows,...

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this State of the Unknown | Documented Hauntings and Real Paranormal Cases Across America episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!