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Afraid-ish

by Paul Branham

Welcome to Afraid-ish. A podcast where every four episodes, we venture into a new state and take a deep dive into the history and paranormal while enjoying some tasty adult beverages. From ghost sightings to hauntings, urban legends, and cryptids. Let's get weird and Afraid-ish together.

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  1. 55- Ghosts of the Great Lakes: Haunted Lighthouses...

    Join us in this episode as I guide you through the haunted shores of the Great Lakes, where some of the region’s most iconic lighthouses stand as silent witnesses to history, tragedy, and mystery. From eerie footsteps echoing through empty towers to phantom lights cutting through the fog…

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  2. 54- Ghosts of the Great Lakes: Haunting Plane Crashes...

    The Great Lakes have long been known as a treacherous graveyard for ships, but what about the skies above them? In this episode, I take you deep into the eerie history and hauntings of the planes that vanished or met tragic ends over these vast, mysterious waters. Discover the tragic story of...

  3. 53- Ghosts of the Great Lakes: Haunting Shipwrecks...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about the Great Lakes. Then, I take you on a chilling journey through the haunted history of the Great Lakes, where shipwrecks and ghostly legends lurk beneath the surface. From the icy depths of Lake Superior to the mysterious waters of Lake...

  4. 52- Halloween Special: The Salem Witch Trials of 1692...

    Join us in our final Halloween episode as I share five fun facts about hysteria. Then, I talk about the history and mass hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. Visit Ashley for your skincare needs @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠livelyspringfield.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can donate only if you want using this link:...

  5. 51- Halloween Series: Mothman...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about the word enigma. Then, we travel to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, as I discuss the history and sightings of the Mothman. Visit Ashley for your skincare needs @ ⁠⁠⁠livelyspringfield.com⁠⁠⁠. You can donate only if you want using this link:...

  6. 50- Halloween Series: The Curse of La Llorona...

    Join us for the first of our Halloween series of 2024. In this episode, I share five fun facts about lore and then dive into the history, hauntings, and sightings of the infamous La Llorona. Visit Ashley for your skincare needs @ ⁠⁠livelyspringfield.com⁠⁠. You can donate only if you want using…

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  7. 49- The Ghosts of The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about villages and discuss the history and hauntings of the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village in Dearborn, MI. Visit Ashley for your skincare needs @ ⁠livelyspringfield.com⁠. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  8. 48- The Ghosts of Mackinac Island...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about Michigan and the history and hauntings of a few places on Mackinac Island. After the hauntings, we chat for a very long time about random topics. (Feel free to skip that part.) You know what they say... That's what happens when you're tipsy!...

  9. 47- Marley Woods Mysteries...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about haunted forests and discuss the mysteries of Marley Woods. You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  10. 46- MO UFO/UAP Sightings and Fae Smut...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about UFOs. Then, I delve into UFO sightings in Missouri, and we talk about Fae smut. You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  11. 45- Villisca Ax Murder House...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about poltergeists and then delve into the history and hauntings of the Villisca Ax Murder House in Villisca, IA. Does the family haunt the house, or is it something darker? You can donate only if you want using this link:...

  12. 44- The Sallie House...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about Atchison, KS. Then, I dive into a little bit of history and a whole lot of hauntings of the Sallie House. Are you brave enough to confront the dark entity? You can donate only if you want using this link:...

  13. 43- A Haunted Rectory...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about churches. I then discuss the history and hauntings of St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Kansas City, MO. Does a former rector haunt the church, even if he died 250 miles away? Was it suicide, or was it... murder? You can donate only if you want...

  14. 42- The Hotel Formerly Known As The Savoy...

    Join us in this episode as I share five fun facts about Nouveau-style architecture and some history of Kansas City. I also discuss the 21c Museum Hotel Kansas City and a few of the hauntings that happened in the late 1980s when the hotel was still the Savoy. You can donate only if you want using...

  15. 41- A Thin Victorian Vaile...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about Victorian houses. Then, I talk about the history and hauntings of the Vaile Mansion in Independence, MO. You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish⁠ Don't forget to rate and review!...

  16. 40- The Odd Fellow in the Haunted Winery...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about wine. Then, I talk about the Belvoir Winery in Liberty, MO. You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish⁠ Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠...

  17. 39- Victorian New Year's Eve Spiritualism Soirées...

    Join us in this episode as I talk about five fun facts about unique and fun ways that people around the world celebrate the new year. Then I read a very interesting article called A New Year’s Haunting: The Victorian Ghost Party Craze by Sarah A. Peterson-Camacho. Then I end the episode with an...

  18. 38- A Famous St. Louis Scandal and a Haunted Lager...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about mansions. Then I talk about the history and hauntings of The Lemp Mansion Restaurant and Inn in St. Louis, MO. You can donate only if you want using this link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish Don't forget to rate and…

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  19. 37- A Haunted B&B and Some Killer Candy...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about bed and breakfasts. Then I talk about the history and hauntings of the Morse Mill Hotel in Jefferson County, MO. You can donate only if you want using this link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish/support Don't forget to rate...

  20. 36- Halloween Special: Campfire Stories...

    Join us in this special, and extremely short, episode as I give five fun facts about campfire stories. I tell a few spooky stories for our Halloween special. So let's gather around the campfire, grab a drink, and prepare our s'mores. You can donate only if you want using this link:...

  21. 35- Halloween Series 6: Death Rituals...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about death. Yeah, fun. Ashley tells us some death rituals from different parts of the world. You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish/support⁠⁠ Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  22. 34- Halloween Series 5: Urban Legends...

    Join us in this episode as I tell some chilling urban legend tales. Ashley didn't like the first urban legend. It was pretty nightmare-inducing... Always lock your doors and windows. You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish/support⁠⁠...

  23. 33- Halloween Series 4: History of Divination...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about divination and Ashley gives us the history of divination. https://youtu.be/t4aD2yHK7bE?si=f0pnButlUixsmCwM You can donate only if you want using this link: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/afraid-ish/support⁠ Don't forget to rate and...

  24. 32- Halloween Special 3: Friday the 13th...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about Friday the 13th. I talk about some possible origin stories for Friday the 13th. Also, we chat about some ways to celebrate the holiday! Don't forget to rate and review. Enjoy! [email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  25. 31- Halloween Special 2: Cryptids...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about cryptids. I tell some stories about some very interesting cryptids. Don't forget to rate and review. Enjoy. [email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠...

  26. 30- Halloween Special 1: History of Halloween...

    Join us in this episode as I give five fun facts about Halloween and Ashley tells us the history of Halloween. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! [email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@afraid-ishpodcast⁠...

  27. 29- A Castle In A State Park... And Who The Hell Was Zebulon Pike?

    Join us in this episode as I talk about who Zebulon Pike was and what he has to do with my story. I then dive into the history and hauntings of Ha Ha Tonka State Park and the castle ruins that remain there. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! [email protected]⁠...

  28. 28- The Third Time's A Charm Hotel...

    Join us in this episode as I talk about the history of Excelsior Springs, MO. Then I talk about the history and hauntings of The Elms Hotel and Spa. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! [email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠...

  29. 27- The Oldest University in Springfield, MO...

    Join us in this episode as I talk about the history and hauntings of Springfield's oldest and most historical university, Drury University. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠...

  30. Bonus 5- TX Recap and More...

    Welcome to the fifth and final bonus episode! In this episode, we'll recap the Texas episodes and chat about some extra fun facts and famous people from Texas. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠...

  31. 26- Springfield National Cemetery Pt3...

    Join us in this episode as we talk about the hauntings at the Springfield National Cemetery. This is part three of three, because this episode was so long, I didn't want anyone to get too bored. The best way for me to split this episode up was to make the fun facts, history, and hauntings their…

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  32. 25- Springfield National Cemetery Pt2...

    Join us in this episode as we chat about the history of the Springfield National Cemetery. This is part two of three, because this episode was so long, I didn't want anyone to get too bored. The best way for me to split this episode up was to make the fun facts, history, and hauntings their own...

  33. 24- Springfield National Cemetery Pt1...

    Join us in this episode as we chat about five fun facts about cemeteries. This is part one of three, because this episode was so long, I didn't want anyone to get too bored. The best way for me to split this episode up was to make the fun facts, history, and hauntings their own episode. In part...

  34. 23- A Bloody Battle and Another Lady in White...

    Join us in this episode as I dive into the history of the Wilson's Creek National Battlefield. Then we chat about our walkthrough and experiences while visiting there. (This episode is dedicated to Ashley's brother, Justin. Keep slaying, brother.) Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  35. 22- Where's the Route to Route 66?

    Join us in this episode as I talk about more history of Springfield, MO. Then I talk about the history and hauntings of the Gillioz Theatre in downtown Springfield. (This episode is dedicated to Ashley's brother Justin. May he slay in the afterlife.) Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  36. 21- The Nation's First Recorded Shootout and a Haunted Inn...

    Join us in this episode as we chat about the history of Springfield, MO. I then dive into the history and hauntings of the Walnut Street Inn in downtown Springfield, MO. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  37. Bonus 4- AR Recap and More...

    Welcome to our fourth bonus episode! In this episode, we recap all the Arkansas episodes. I talk about more fun facts about Arkansas and highlight some famous people from there. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  38. 20- TX Pt4: Some Tequila With A "Mission"

    Join us in this episode as I talk about more fun facts about Texas. Ashley dives into the history of the Alamo while I talk about some paranormal happenings. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠...

  39. 19- TX Pt3: Mr. Wooten's Encore and a Bit of Tipsy Turbulence...

    Join us in this episode as we chat about the history and hauntings of the Paramount Theatre in Abilene, TX. Ashley and I have a drunken good time chatting about this, that, and the otherworld. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  40. 18- TX Pt2: The Hotel Wooten Apartments and A Margarita Good Time...

    Join us in this episode as I discuss Horace O. Wooten and The Hotel Wooten. We drink some margaritas and have a rambling good time! Shout out to James from Kaiju Coffee! Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  41. 17- TX Pt1: The Historic Swenson House and Our Experience...

    Join us in this episode as I discuss the historic Swenson House in Abilene, TX. We also talk about our experience when we visited there in May 2022. Thanks to Janet Payne for the fantastic tour of the Swenson House! Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠...

  42. Bonus 3- KY Recap and More...

    Welcome to our third bonus episode! In this episode, we recap all the Kentucky episodes. I talk about more fun facts about Kentucky and highlight some famous people from Kentucky. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  43. 16- AR Pt4: A Lake Monster or A Whale's Penis? And A Creature From The Fourth Dimension...

    Join us in this episode as we chat about "Whitey" the White River Monster. What does a whale's penis have to do with this episode? We also talk about another bigfoot-type creature called the Fouke Monster, a.k.a. the Boggy Creek Monster. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  44. 15- AR Pt3: Native Mounds, A Lady in White, and a Witches Rant...

    Join us in this episode as we find out who built the Toltec Mounds in Scott, AR. We find out some urban legends about the Natural Steps. I tell a listener story about a possible demonic possession. And we rant about spirituality and religion. (We won't be sad if you skip that part.) Don't forget…

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  45. 14- AR Pt2: Hayride Through a Hotel and The Empress of Little Rock...

    Join us in this episode as we take a hayride through the 1905 Basin Park Hotel. Then let's have breakfast at the Hornibrook Mansion: The Empress of Little Rock. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠ ⁠instagram.com/afraidishpodcast/⁠...

  46. 13- AR Pt1: The Grand Lady of the Ozarks, Unwanted Guests, and Our First On Location Investigation...

    Join us in this episode as we talk about the 1886 Crescent Hotel and Spa. We also talk about our visit to the hotel and our experiences with human and paranormal guests. Am I the ghost that walks the hotel with an ice bucket, eternally searching for ice? Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy!...

  47. Bonus 2- TN Recap and More...

    Welcome to our second bonus episode! We recap all of the stories from the Tennessee episodes. I talk about more fun facts about Tennessee and I highlight a few famous icons! Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  48. 12- KY Pt4: We've Gone "Mad" and The Oldest Bourbon Bar in the World...

    Join us in this episode as we talk about our new addition to the family. Ashley has a surprise short story with my help, and I take us to The Talbott Tavern in Bardstown, KY, the oldest bourbon bar in the world. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠...

  49. 11- KY Pt3: Little Goblin Aliens and an Existential Crisis...

    Join us in this episode as I take us to Kelly and Hopkinsville, KY to talk about little alien goblins. Ashley reads a really creepy personal story that may or may not be aliens or ghosts... Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠ ⁠facebook.com/AfraidishPodcast⁠...

  50. 10- KY Pt2: The Most Haunted Night Club and the Two Pearls...

    Join us in this episode as we talk about another date night. I take us to Bobby Mackey's Music World, the most haunted nightclub in America, in Wilder, KY, and Ashley takes us to the Seelbach Hotel in Louisville, KY. Don't forget to rate and review! Enjoy! ⁠[email protected]⁠...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Afraid-ish. A podcast where every four episodes, we venture into a new state and take a deep dive into the history and paranormal while enjoying some tasty adult beverages. From ghost sightings to hauntings, urban legends, and cryptids. Let's get weird and Afraid-ish together.

HOSTED BY

Paul Branham

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comedy

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What is Afraid-ish about?

Welcome to Afraid-ish. A podcast where every four episodes, we venture into a new state and take a deep dive into the history and paranormal while enjoying some tasty adult beverages. From ghost sightings to hauntings, urban legends, and cryptids. Let's get weird and Afraid-ish together.

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Afraid-ish is created and hosted by Paul Branham.
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