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Inherited Hauntings
by Lindsey Callan and Nancy Callan
Inherited Hauntings is a spooky and funny podcast where a daughter/mother duo dive into haunted history, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities while making each other laugh along the way. Think chilling encounters, creepy legends, and a little comic relief to keep the nightmares manageable. If you love haunted history, ghost stories, hanging out with the girls and laughing out loud, you just inherited your new favorite show.
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Gef the Talking Mongoose: The Weirdest True Paranormal Story Ever Told
Imagine you're tucked into bed... and something in the walls starts talking back.This week, Nancy tells Lindsey one of the strangest, funniest, and most bizarre paranormal stories ever documented: Gef the Talking Mongoose. From the quiet Isle of Man comes a tale of a mysterious creature that claimed it could speak, sing songs, spy on the neighbors, insult visitors, and become a beloved member of the family.Was Gef a mischievous spirit, an unusually clever animal, an elaborate hoax, or something no one has ever been able to explain? We follow the remarkable timeline of the Irving family, the investigations that brought international attention to their tiny farmhouse, and the outrageous things Gef supposedly said and did.This episode is packed with unbelievable quotes, hilarious tangents, and one of the most entertaining cases in paranormal history.👻 Have your own strange encounter? We'd love to hear it.📧 [email protected]📱 Follow Inherited Hauntings on Facebook and Instagram for photos, bonus content, polls, and episode updates.🖤 Support the show and grab your Inherited Hauntings merch to help keep the hauntings alive.⭐ If you enjoy the podcast, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more paranormal fans discover the show.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Poveglia Island: Italy's Most Haunted Island | Ghost Adventures, Plague Victims & the Haunted Asylum
Poveglia Island has been called the most haunted island on Earth... and after researching its history, it's not hard to see why.This week we're traveling to the abandoned island off of Venice, Italy, where tens of thousands of plague victims, a notorious psychiatric hospital, chilling ghost stories, and unexplained paranormal encounters have created one of the world's darkest legends. We also discuss Ghost Adventures' investigation of Poveglia, including Zak Bagans' unsettling (and funny) experience on the island, and separate documented history from enduring folklore.Could centuries of suffering leave something behind? Or is Poveglia simply a place where history feels impossible to escape?👻 We'd love to hear your paranormal experiences!📧 [email protected]📱 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for photos, bonus content, and episode updates.🖤 Support the show and grab your Inherited Hauntings merch.⭐ If you're enjoying the podcast, please leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more than you know.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Lemp Mansion: America's Most Haunted House & the Family Curse
What if one family's unimaginable bad luck and tragedy left an entire mansion haunted for generations?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we step inside the infamous Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, Missouri, where multiple family deaths, unexplained tragedies, and chilling ghost encounters have earned it a reputation as one of America's most haunted homes. We explore the rise and fall of the powerful Lemp brewing dynasty, the devastating events that unfolded within the mansion's walls, and the countless reports of shadow figures, phantom footsteps, disembodied voices, and spirits that guests and employees claim still roam the property today.Is the Lemp Mansion haunted by the weight of its tragic history... or are the stories proof that some families never truly leave home?Follow us on Instagram Join our Facebook communityHave a paranormal story to share? Email us: [email protected] Inherited Hauntings merchandiseTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Buga Sphere & Betz Sphere: Two Mysterious Metal Orbs That Defy Explanation
A mysterious metallic sphere appears in Colombia, igniting worldwide debate. Is the Buga Sphere evidence of advanced ancient technology, an elaborate hoax, or something science has yet to explain?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we investigate the remarkable claims surrounding the Buga Sphere, including reported imaging results, layered construction, alleged electromagnetic anomalies, and the controversy over carbon dating. Then we rewind to one of the most enduring unexplained object mysteries in American history: Florida's Betz Sphere, the polished metal orb that reportedly rolled on its own, fascinated the U.S. Navy, and continues to puzzle investigators more than fifty years later.We'll separate documented facts from speculation, examine what skeptics and believers each have to say, and explore why these strange spheres continue to capture our imagination. Whether they're misunderstood artifacts, ingenious engineering, or simply mysteries waiting for better answers, these stories remind us that curiosity is often the first step toward discovery.Follow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramSend us your paranormal story: [email protected] our MerchandiseSupport the showTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Haunted Beaches: The Gray Man, Sutro Baths & the Ghost Ship Valencia
What if the most haunted places aren't abandoned houses... but the shoreline?This week we're traveling America's most haunted beaches, where restless spirits are said to wander long after the tide rolls in. We explore the mysterious Gray Man of Pawleys Island, whose appearance has reportedly warned families before devastating hurricanes. Then we head to California to uncover the tragic story of the Blue Lady at the Moss Beach Distillery, the lingering ghosts of San Francisco's Sutro Baths and Lands End, and the eerie legends surrounding one of the deadliest shipwrecks in North American history, the SS Valencia in the Graveyard of the Pacific.Are these nothing more than local legends, or are some coastlines forever marked by tragedy? Join us as we separate history from haunting... and leave the final judgment to you.Follow us on InstagramLike us on FacebookEmail us your story or feedback: [email protected] merchTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Signs From Loved Ones Beyond the Grave: Visitation Dreams, Pet Visitations & After-Death Messages
What if the people we love never truly leave us?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore powerful stories of after-death communication, including visitation dreams, unexplained warnings, messages from deceased loved ones, and heartwarming encounters with beloved pets. We also examine the growing research by Dr. Christopher Kerr surrounding end-of-life dreams and visions, including reports from hospice patients who describe comforting visits from family members shortly before death.Whether you've experienced a vivid dream that felt more real than reality, sensed a loved one nearby, or received a sign at exactly the right moment, this episode may change how you think about what happens after we die.Have your own story? Email us at [email protected], follow us on Instagram and Facebook; and leave a rating and review to help more spooky friends find the show. Check out our merch here.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Smurl Family Haunting and The Conjuring Last Rites Explained
The Smurl haunting is one of the most infamous paranormal cases ever investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren; a terrifying story involving violent attacks, disturbing manifestations, and a family who claimed their home was infested by something evil.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we break down the documented experiences of Jack and Janet Smurl, explore the Warrens’ investigation as described in their book, and compare the real case to The Conjuring: Last Rites. We also give our honest thoughts on the movie: what worked, what didn’t, and how it stacks up against the actual haunting.Whether you believe the haunting was demonic, psychological, exaggerated, or something stranger, this story remains one of the darkest chapters in modern paranormal history.Listener story? Email us: [email protected] us on Instagram and FacebookCheck out our MerchRate and review Inherited Hauntings to help more spooky friends find the show.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Haunted Paintings and Ghost Photos: The Brown Lady, The Crying Boy, and the Art That Watches Back
Can emotion become trapped inside an object? Can a spirit become attached to an image?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore some of the world's most infamous haunted paintings and cursed works of art. From the mysterious photograph of the Brown Lady of Raynham Hall to the unsettling legends surrounding The Crying Boy, The Hands Resist Him, The Anguished Man, and the viral charity shop portrait that terrified multiple owners, we examine the stories, eyewitness accounts, and chilling claims that continue to fuel debate decades later.Some of these images have been linked to fires, ghostly apparitions, unexplained activity, and visitors who swear they felt something watching them. Whether these stories are paranormal, psychological, or something in between, one thing is certain: after this episode, you may never look at artwork the same way again.👻 Have a paranormal story of your own? Send it to us: [email protected]📸 Follow Inherited Hauntings on Instagram and Facebook🛍️ Check out our Merch⭐ If you enjoy the show, please rate and review Inherited Hauntings. It helps more spooky friends find us.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Crescent Hotel: America’s Most Haunted Hotel and the Dark Secrets of Norman Baker
In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we check in for a virtual overnight stay and explore the hotel's chilling past, from the fraudulent Norman Baker "cancer hospital" to the apparitions and lingering legends. Along the way, we share real guest experiences, eerie encounters reported during ghost tours, and the unsettling stories that continue to draw paranormal investigators from around the world.Whether you believe in ghosts or not, the Crescent Hotel has a way of making visitors wonder if some guests never truly checked out.🎙️ Listener story? Email us:[email protected]👻 Follow us on Instagram🛍️ Check out our merch⭐ If you enjoy Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more spooky friends find us.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Glitches in the Matrix: Time Slips, Vanishing Objects & Reality Errors
Have you ever sworn reality changed for just a second? 👀 This week on Inherited Hauntings, we dive into true Glitches in the Matrix stories, including missing objects that mysteriously return, strange time slips, repeating moments, people appearing twice, and everyday reality suddenly feeling… wrong. We also explore the unsettling theories behind these bizarre experiences, from The Matrix déjà vu effect to quantum physics observer effect, and whether reality changes when nobody is watching. Creepy, funny, and deeply unsettling… this one might make you question what’s actually real.👉 Have a glitch story of your own? Send it to us at [email protected] 📸 Instagram + Facebook 🛍️ Merch ⭐ Rate & review Inherited Hauntings to help more spooky people find us.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Declassified UFO Files: The Government’s Unexplained Cases & 80 Years of Secrets
The Pentagon quietly released declassified UFO files… and some of the cases are still unexplained. This week on Inherited Hauntings, we trace 80 years of UFO sightings and government secrecy, from Mount Rainier and Roswell to the Pentagon’s newest UAP files. Join us for a spooky, funny, and fascinating deep dive into one of the strangest mysteries in American history.Here's where to see for yourself: war.gov/ufoFollow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch ⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It really helps our show.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story or feedback. Send it to us at [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Spontaneous Human Combustion: True Cases & Burning Questions
What if the most dangerous thing in the room… was you?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we dive into the eerie and deeply unsettling world of spontaneous human combustion, a phenomenon where real people were found burned beyond recognition… with almost no damage to their surroundings.This paranormal podcast episode blends true documented cases, like where only fragments of a body were found beside a hole burned through the floor; forensic theories, and just enough skepticism to make you question everything you thought you knew about fire... and your own body.Expect dark humor, uncomfortable questions, and that creeping realization that… this shouldn’t be possible.🔥 New fear unlocked.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story. Send it to us at [email protected] Follow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch ⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more people find us… and keeps the stories coming. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Mass Sightings That Can’t Be Explained: UFO's, Miracles, and Thousands of Witnesses
In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore some of the most chilling true paranormal cases where entire groups of people witnessed the same unexplainable event. These aren’t just spooky stories… they’re mass sightings that still leave investigators shaken.Are these events evidence of something real… or proof of how powerful collective experience can be?This paranormal podcast episode blends history, eyewitness testimony, and just enough skepticism to make you question everything. Expect unsettling details, and moments that will stay with you long after the episode ends.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story. Send it to us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Follow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch ⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more people find us… and keeps the stories coming.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Exorcist Movie Curse: Georgetown’s Haunted Houses, Hidden Bodies, and the True Story Behind the Movie
What if one of the most terrifying movies ever made… wasn’t just fiction?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we take you deep into Georgetown, Washington DC, where cobblestone streets and luxury homes sit on top of something far darker. From the infamous Exorcist Steps to centuries-old buildings with chilling pasts, this episode uncovers the true story that inspired The Exorcist… and the eerie events that followed its release.We explore the Old Stone House, where visitors report an unshakable feeling of being choked… The former Lydia English School, once turned Civil War hospital, where trauma still lingers… The bizarre 10PM ghost of Foxhall Manor… And the unsettling mystery of Halcyon House, filled with hidden rooms, tunnels, and a past that feels almost intentionally haunted.But the deeper we go… the more one question rises to the surface:Did The Exorcist tap into something that was already there… or did it wake something up?This is more than a haunted places podcast. This is a story about history, power, and what happens when the past is never fully buried.👻 Expect true spooky stories, real ghost stories, and one of the most unsettling paranormal podcast episodes we’ve ever recorded.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story. Send it to us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in a future episode. Follow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch ⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more people find us… and keeps the stories coming.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Celebrity Ghost Stories: Joan Rivers, Howie Mandel & Alice Cooper... and More Chilling Encounters
Some stories sound like Hollywood… until the people telling them have nothing to gain from saying them out loud.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we dive into true paranormal cases shared by celebrities who insist their encounters were real. From Joan Rivers dealing with something unsettling in her own home… to Howie Mandel’s terrifying experiences involving his young daughter… to Alice Cooper staying in a house where reality itself didn’t seem stable. These aren’t just spooky tales; they’re deeply personal moments that stayed with them long after they ended.And it doesn’t stop there. We also explore shorter but chilling encounters from Kesha, Demi Lovato, Keanu Reeves, and Miley Cyrus, each one adding another layer to the question: what happens when people in the spotlight experience something they can’t explain?If you love a haunted places podcast, spooky podcasts, and a real ghost stories podcast that blends humor, skepticism, and genuinely eerie experiences, this episode delivers.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story. Send it to us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in a future episode.Follow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more people find us… and keeps the stories coming.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Haunting of Al Capone
Al Capone built an empire on fear… but in the end, he was the one who was terrified.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy uncover the chilling story of what happened after America’s most powerful gangster lost everything. Locked away and isolated, Capone began hearing voices, seeing figures, and claiming he was being followed by one of his victims.Was this the result of illness and paranoia… or something far more unsettling? With specific, repeated encounters and a presence that never seemed to leave him alone, this story blurs the line between psychological breakdown and something that refuses to be forgotten.👻 Listen closely… because this one stays with you.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story. Send it to us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in a future episode.Follow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more people find us… and keeps the stories coming.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Baldoon Curse: The Haunted Farm that Needed a Goose to Stop It
Something was terrorizing the McDonald family… and the only way to stop it involved shooting a goose.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy dive into the infamous Baldoon Curse, one of the most bizarre and unsettling paranormal cases on record. But this story goes deeper than a typical haunting. With multiple witnesses, Indigenous accounts tied to the land, and a witness whose claims range from credible to completely unbelievable, the Baldoon Curse sits right at the intersection of history, folklore, and the unexplained.👉 Have you ever experienced something you couldn’t explain? We want to hear your story. Send it to us at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in a future episode.Follow & Connect: 📸 Facebook Instagram 🛍️ Merch⭐ If you’re loving Inherited Hauntings, please rate and review the show. It helps more people find us… and keeps the stories coming.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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True WWII Ghost Encounters That Still Can’t Be Explained
What if the deadliest war in history never truly ended?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore documented ghost stories from World War II, including haunted RAF airfields, voices in the tunnels of Iwo Jima, and lingering spirits at Pearl Harbor. These chilling accounts blur the line between history and the paranormal, and raise one unsettling question: do some moments ever really end?Enjoying Inherited Hauntings? Follow the show, leave a 5-star review, and share it with someone who won’t sleep tonight 👻🔗 LINKS & CONNECT🎧 Follow the Show📸 Instagram Facebook🛍️ Merch💌 Share Your Story: [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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6 Terrifyingly True Paranormal Cases of Haunted Electronics
What if your devices aren’t just listening… but something else is too?In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore 6 chilling, real cases of paranormal activity through technology—from Nikola Tesla’s mysterious radio signals to haunted toy phones, eerie calls from the dead, and terrifying encounters caught on baby monitors, security cameras, and smart speakers. As technology evolves, so do the ways the unexplained may be reaching through it.Because the scariest stories… are the ones that are true. 👻Merchandise Link: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com/Send us your feedback or spooky stories: [email protected] us on Facebook and Instagram for more details on this creepy episode!THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Sallie House Haunting: The Man-Hating Ghost, Violent Attacks, and the Pickman Family
A quiet little house in Atchison, Kansas became the center of one of America’s most disturbing hauntings when the Pickman family fled in terror.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy investigate the chilling history of the infamous Sallie House. From violent scratches to the legend of the so-called “man-hating ghost,” they explore the Pickman family's terrifying experiences, modern paranormal investigations, and the many theories about what may truly haunt the house.Plus, because history can be fun too, they take a playful detour into strange and hilarious slang from the Victorian era.Is Sallie the spirit of a tortured child… or something far darker?Follow Inherited Hauntings Podcast on Instagram and Facebook Email feedback and your creepy true stories: [email protected] out our merch: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Ireland’s Most Haunted Castles: Banshees, Ghosts, and Irish Toasts
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, travel deep into Irish folklore and history to explore the chilling legend of the Banshee, the mysterious wailing spirit said to appear before death in ancient Irish families.But the banshee is only the beginning.We also step inside the shadowy halls of Leap Castle, widely considered one of the most haunted castles in the world. From a brutal murder inside the Bloody Chapel to reports of a terrifying elemental spirit, the castle’s history is filled with violence, mystery, and credible eyewitness accounts.Along the way, we share a few traditional Irish blessings and toasts… because sometimes the best way to face a ghost story is with a little humor and a raised glass.Merch: https://inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comFollow us on Instagram and Facebook for an in-depth look at our episode.For feedback and your OWN spooky stories, email us at [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Hauntings and Dark History of the Bodie Ghost Town
What happens when a booming gold mining town dies but refuses to stay quiet? This week we head to California’s frozen-in-time town of Bodie, where a famous curse chases tourists home, and real history hits harder than any horror movie.We talk Gold Rush greed, violent winters, restless spirits, and the eerie stories from park rangers and visitors who swear Bodie still watches who leaves with “souvenirs.” We also share the logic behind the legend and why some believe the Bodie Curse feels real even if you don’t believe in ghosts.Grab a blanket, keep your hands empty, and listen close… because the scariest stories are the ones that are true.Merch link: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comFollow us on Facebook and InstagramEmail us: [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Haunting of the Deane House; and Ghosts by the River
An old house between two rivers… and a history soaked in tragedy. Step inside the haunted Deane House in Calgary, where real murders, restless spirits, and chilling staff encounters blur the line between history and horror.Then we explore a strange theory… can moving water make us more sensitive to spirits and even help ease the winter blues in the long Canadian dark? ❄️👻Come for the creepy stories, stay for the mother-daughter banter, and leave wondering what might be watching near the river.👉 Shop our merch: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com 👉 Follow us on Instagram and Facebook 👉 Email us your story: [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Fun-Size Cryptids: The Fresno Nightcrawler and Ohio’s Loveland Frogman
What if the strangest creatures aren’t legends at all, but police reports?This week, we investigate the eerie Fresno Nightcrawler, the mysterious “walking pants” caught on security cameras, and the Loveland Frogman, a frog-like creature spotted by Ohio police officers and civilians decades apart. From glowing wands to security video, we break down the sightings, the skepticism, and the details that refuse to disappear.Are these misidentifications… or something far stranger?🎙️ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more details and behind-the-scenes clips. 👻 Grab your merch and haunt in style: InheritedHauntings.creator-spring.com 📩 Have a paranormal story? Email us! [email protected] We want to know what else is out there.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Greenbriar Ghost: The True Story of Zona Heaster and the Ghost Who Testified
The Greenbriar Ghost is one of the most famous true ghost stories in American history and it begins with a mother who knew her daughter was murdered.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we uncover the true story of Zona Heaster, a young woman whose death was a mystery until a terrifying message changed everything. When Zona’s ghost appeared to her mother night after night, revealing how she was killed, that testimony led to one of the only known murder convictions based on ghostly evidence.We explore the real history behind the Greenbriar Ghost, the abusive marriage that raised red flags, the courtroom trial that stunned a nation, and why this case still resonates today. This is a story about love that refuses to die, intuition that saves lives, and the warning signs we should never ignore.Follow Inherited Hauntings on Facebook and Instagram at Inherited Hauntings Pod. Have a story or feedback? Email us at [email protected]. 🖤 Check out our merch here: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Mount Washington Hotel: New Hampshire's Most Haunted Grand Resort
A luxury hotel in the White Mountains hides secrets that never checked out.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we explore the stunning history of the Omni Mount Washington Hotel in New Hampshire, from its elite guests and world-changing conferences to whispered stories of a lingering princess, phantom music, hidden corridors, and chilling paranormal investigations. Along the way, we share our theories, the evidence, and a few laughs, because even the most beautiful places can be deeply unsettling after dark.We’d love to connect with you.Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Inherited Hauntings Pod. Have feedback or a listener story to share? Email us at [email protected]. And if you want to support the show, Check out our merch here: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Alien Abduction Story: The Strange Twisted Tale of David Huggins and His Alien Lover
David Huggins claims he was taken by extraterrestrials as a child and spent decades in a secret relationship with an alien he called Crescent.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, we unravel one of the most disturbing and intimate alien encounter stories ever told, involving lifelong visitations, emotional attachment, alleged hybrid children, and haunting paintings created as proof of what he says really happened.Whether you believe in extraterrestrial life or not, Huggins’ story forces a deeper question. If this wasn’t real, why did it never leave him?We’d love to connect with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Inherited Hauntings Podcast. Have feedback or a listener story to share? Email us at [email protected] out our merch here: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The St Augustine Lighthouse: One of the Most Haunted Places in the US
Join us at one of the most haunted spots in the U.S., where witnesses frequently see apparitions, experience things, and hear sounds that should not exist.Some hauntings feel relentless.This one feels patient.Merch: https://inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com/Email us your crazy stories or feedback: [email protected] us out on Facebook and Instagram: Inherited Hauntings PodTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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EVPs: Real Voices from the Other Side
Did it just say my name or is my brain messing with me? In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy dive into the eerie world of Electronic Voice Phenomena, where whispers seem to emerge from static and silence. We break down what EVPs are, how they are classified from Class A to C, and where this phenomenon began. Along the way, we play real examples, talk skeptic theories, and explore how voices might exist without a physical body. Whether you are a believer, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode will make you think twice before hitting rewind.🎙️ EVP sources and research used in this episode:Indiana Ghost Trackersindianaghosts.org evp🛍️ Inherited Hauntings Merch: https://inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comFollow us for more spooky history, paranormal research, and dark humor.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Encore: The OG Poltergeist, 1958's Fizzy Haunting That Launched a Horror Classic
This is an encore presentation of one of our most popular and funniest early episodes. While we work on a brand-new episode dropping January 15, 2026, we’re revisiting the real-life poltergeist case that helped inspire a horror classic. In this wildly entertaining episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy tackle one of the most chaotic paranormal forces out there: poltergeists. We dive into the real-life poltergeist activity that rocked a New York family and inspired the 1982 movie Poltergeist (spoiler alert: it was not just about a haunted TV).From flying objects to popping screw cap bottle tops, this story is as hilarious as it is bone-chilling. We break it down, crack each other up, and even throw in a review of the movie (tangents and popcorn included).Plus, we share some of our own unexplained poltergeist-y moments that may or may not involve household items going rogue.True stories. Creepy chaos. Mom-daughter laughs. Paranormal sass.If your house ever felt "off," this episode's for you.THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 12 of Frightmas: The Ghost of Hotel Del Coronado
A legendary seaside hotel, a tragic story, and a ghost who may never have checked out. On the final night of Frightmas, we head to the iconic Hotel Del Coronado to uncover the chilling tale of Kate Morgan and the spirit still seen wandering its halls. Glamour, mystery, and a haunting that refuses to fade make this a perfect spine-tingling finale to our 12 Days of Frightmas.Email us: [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 11 of Frightmas: The Mysterious Disappearance of the Sodder Children
How could 5 children disappear on Christmas eve? They went to bed and were never seen again. In this Frightmas episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy unravel the chilling disappearance of the Sodder children, a holiday mystery that still raises disturbing questions decades later. Credible sightings, unanswered clues, and eerie inconsistencies suggest the story did not end the way authorities claimed. What really happened to the Sodder children, and why does this Christmas Eve case refuse to rest? Facebook.com/InheritedhauntingspodcastInstagram.com/InheritedhauntingspodEmail us: [email protected]: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 10 of Frightmas: The Hoia Baciu Forest
People enter this forest and come out missing time, with photos they do not remember taking. On Day 10 of Frightmas, Lindsey and Nancy head into Romania’s Hoia Baciu Forest, a place known for glowing orbs, a UFO sighting, a mysterious barren circular clearing, eerie biologist photographs, and chilling reports of time slips and physical reactions. Is it a portal, a natural anomaly, or something watching from the trees? This is one forest where the silence feels intentional.Listen if you dare, because some places do not want to be understood.🎄 Inherited Hauntings Frightmas SeriesMerch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com Instagram.com/Inheritedhauntingspod Facebook.com/Inheritedhauntingspodcast THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 9 of Frightmas: The Haunted Monte Vista Hotel
Guests check in, but some never seem to leave. In this Frightmas installment, Inherited Hauntings heads to Flagstaff, Arizona, to explore the Haunted Monte Vista Hotel, a place where lingering spirits have terrified visitors for decades. This historic hotel has earned its reputation as one of the most haunted places in the Southwest. Lock your door, turn down the lights, and join Lindsey and Nancy for a chilling stop on the spooky side of the holiday season.Send us your own ghost story: [email protected]: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingspodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingspodTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 8 of Frightmas: The Mount Pleasant Ghost Light
Something strange flickers along those old train tracks, and tonight we chase the eerie glow that has terrified locals for generations. In this Day 8 chapter of our Frightmas series, Lindsey and Nancy dive into the haunting mystery known as the Mount Pleasant Ghost Light. Listeners will hear the chilling accounts of a phantom lantern that drifts through the darkness, the tragic folklore behind its presence, and the unsettling sightings that continue even in modern times. Join us as we explore the perfect mix of history, horror, and small town legend that defines Inherited Hauntings.Facebook: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingspodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/InheritedhauntingspodMerch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comEmail us: [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 7 of Frightmas: The Devil's Footprints
Strange hoofprints stamped across fresh snow. Prints that climbed rooftops, crossed rivers, and stretched for nearly one hundred miles. On this winter night in 1855, the people of Devon believed one thing. Something unholy had walked among them.In this episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy dive into the chilling mystery of the Devil’s Footprints. You will hear the historical record and the theories that still divide believers and skeptics today. Settle in as we trace the icy trail left behind by whatever stalked the countryside that night.Facebook link: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingspodcast Instagram link: Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingspodEmail us your feedback or your spooky story: [email protected]: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 6 of Frightmas: The Amherst Poltergeist
Something dark moved into Esther Cox’s home in 1878, and it did not come quietly. For Day 6 of Frightmas, Lindsey and her mom Nancy unravel the terrifying Amherst Poltergeist, the haunting that shook a small Canadian town with violent attacks, mysterious messages, and chilling nightly disturbances. Settle in for a fast and eerie look at one of North America’s most unforgettable hauntings.Merch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com Facebook: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingspod Instagram: Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingspodTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 5 of Frightmas: The Dyatlov Pass Incident
Something terrifying happened on that Russian mountainside in 1959, and an explanation has never stopped clawing at our imaginations. In this Frightmas mini episode, Lindsey and Nancy break down the Dyatlov Pass Incident, the chilling mystery that left seasoned hikers in a macabre and mystifying scene. We explore the strangest clues, eerie theories, and why this story still haunts winter nights. Settle in with us for a quick dose of cold case creepiness.Merch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comFacebook: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingsInstagram: Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingsTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 4 of Frightmas: The Yule Lads
Iceland’s holiday season comes with more than cocoa and twinkly lights. Tonight we’re meeting the Yule Lads, thirteen mischievous troublemakers who creep through winter nights with creepy names, chaotic habits, and a very spooky family tree. Join Lindsey and Nancy as they unravel the folklore behind these bizarre visitors and decide which Lad they’d least want knocking around their house.We finally have merch: inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com Instagram: Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingsFacebook: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingsTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 3 of Frightmas: The Bride Beneath the Mistletoe
On the third day of Frightmas, we uncover a chilling tale of love, laughter, and a game that turned to tragedy. The Mistletoe Bride, who vanished on her wedding night. Lindsey and Nancy unravel Victorian Christmas traditions, and the eerie legend that’s haunted English manors for centuries and ask... was it an accident, or something much darker hidden beneath the mistletoe? Follow us:Facebook.com/InheritedhauntingsInstagram.com/InheritedhauntingsMerch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 2 of Frightmas: The Haunting Horse of Mari Lwyd
On the second day of Frightmas, we’re visited by a ghostly horse draped in a tattered white sheet. Mari Lwyd, the eerie Welsh tradition that blurs the line between caroling and the supernatural. With her glass eyes and snapping jaws, Mari arrives at your door to challenge you in rhyme... and she doesn’t leave until she wins. Lindsey and Nancy unwrap the strange mix of mischief, folklore, and fright that makes Mari Lwyd one of the creepiest Christmas guests you’ll ever meet. Follow us:Facebook.com/InheritedhauntingsInstagram.com/InheritedhauntingsMerch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Day 1 of Frightmas: Krampus, Santa's Sinister Sidekick
Welcome to the 12 Days of Frightmas! We’re kicking things off with one of the creepiest Christmas legends out there...Krampus. Half-goat, half-demon, all nightmare fuel, this horned creature doesn’t hand out presents… he hunts down the naughty. Lindsey and Nancy unwrap the twisted folklore behind Santa’s dark counterpart, how he punishes the wicked, and why people still celebrate Krampusnacht today. Cozy up—this isn’t your average holiday story. Follow us: Instagram.com/InheritedhauntingsFacebook.com/Inheritedhauntings🎁 Merch: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.com THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Haunted Mirrors: Reflections That Watch Back
If you love paranormal stories, haunted objects, ghost lore, true supernatural encounters, and the history behind them, this mirror deep dive will stay with you long after the episode ends.Merch link: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comInstagram link: Instagram.com/InheritedhauntingspodFacebook link: Facebook.com/InheritedhauntingspodcastEmail us your feedback or your own paranormal story: [email protected] SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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The Wendigo: A Horrifying Legend Intertwines With a True Story
Explore one of the most terrifying Wendigo stories ever recorded. We unravel folklore, cold-weather madness, harsh survival history, and the eerie belief that something supernatural stalks the starving north. Settle in, because this one blurs the line between legend and tragedy.Facebook: Facebook.com/inheritedhauntingspodcast Instagram: Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingspod Merch: Inheritedhaunting.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Satanic Panic: When America Lost Its Mind - How Fear Spread Through Schools and Living Rooms
Something strange gripped America in the 1980s. It slithered into living rooms, news broadcasts, church groups, and even preschool classrooms. On this episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy dive into the heart of the Satanic Panic, exploring how fear, rumor, and a wave of moral anxiety sent the country into overdrive. We break down the history, the wild accusations, the cultural impact, and the lasting scars, all with our usual mix of spooky curiosity and mother daughter humor.If you enjoy true history with a paranormal twist, settle in and explore this unforgettable chapter with us.Instagram: instagram.com/inheritedhauntingsFacebook: facebook.com/inheritedhauntings Merch: inhertiedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Alice Lake: Americas First Convicted Witch
In this haunting episode, we unravel the tragic and unsettling story of Alice Lake, a young mother from the Massachusetts Bay Colony whose grief, and the village’s fear, led to America’s first witchcraft execution.We explore the ghostly sightings that still linger near ponds and marshes, the cries of my baby reported by hikers and late-night drivers, and what life was like as a Puritan settler in the 1600's.If you’re drawn to historical mysteries, eerie legends, and the human stories behind old accusations, this one will stay with you.Follow us on Facebook and InstagramCheck out our merch and support the show: Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Halifax's Haunted History, and the Christmas Gift that Still Says Thank You
A silent fog settles over Halifax as Lindsey and Mom Nancy step into a story shaped by disaster, carnage, gratitude, and spirits that never stopped whispering. This episode of Inherited Hauntings pulls you into the haunting echoes of the sinking of the Titanic, the 1917 explosion, the brave souls who tried to warn the city, and the unexpected Christmas gift that turned a tragedy into a bond that still matters today. It’s eerie, emotional, and wrapped in the kind of history that gives you chills in the best way.Be sure to follow Inherited Hauntings on Facebook and Instagram so you never miss new episodes, behind the scenes moments, or our latest spooky discoveries. Instagram.com/InheritedHauntingsFacebook.com/InheritedHauntingsWant to help support Inherited Hauntings? Be a tried and true supporter at the links below.We finally made merch! Hats, tees, hoodies and mugs with our designs are now available at: InheritedHauntings.Creator-Spring.com THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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All Aboard the Queen Mary: Ghosts Below the Deck
Step aboard the RMS Queen Mary, one of the most haunted ships in the world. In this eerie and immersive episode of Inherited Hauntings, Lindsey and Nancy take you on a chilling tour through the ship’s ghostly history and spine-tingling encounters. From the tragic collision that claimed hundreds of lives to the mysterious death of John Pedder at Watertight Door 13, the Queen Mary has earned her title as the “Grey Ghost” in more ways than one.Explore the eerie First-Class Pool, where the spirit of a little girl named Jackie still splashes and sings. Step into Stateroom B340, a cabin so terrifying it had to be sealed off for years. Then waltz through the haunted ballroom and first-class lounge where guests report vanishing figures and phantom music that seems to echo from another time.It’s equal parts creepy and captivating, with plenty of humor, chills, and classic mom-daughter banter to keep you entertained from bow to stern.🎧 All aboard… if you dare.🛍️ Check out our new merch line: InheritedHauntings.Creator-Spring.com 📸 Follow us on Instagram: Instagram.com/InheritedHauntings 📘 Join our Facebook community: Facebook.com/InheritedHauntingsTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Halloween Legends and Lizzie Borden’s Ghosts
They say Halloween is when the veil between the living and the dead grows thin; when whispers become voices, and shadows feel a little too alive. In this special Halloween episode, Nancy and Lindsey explore the true origins of Halloween from ancient Celtic rites and soul cakes to the modern-day candy rush.But it’s not all history and folklore. Lindsey takes us inside her eerie visit to the Lizzie Borden House on Halloween night, where a single photo captured two spectral faces staring from a bedroom window. Coincidence… or proof that something still lingers behind the glass?Join us as we cross between worlds, unpack centuries of superstition, and ask the question: what really happens when the veil thins?👻 NEW! Check out our official Inherited Hauntings merchandise: 👉 Inheritedhauntings.creator-spring.comIf you love light paranormal storytelling with a touch of history and humor, follow and share Inherited Hauntings.Check out the photo on Instagram @ Instagram.com/inheritedhauntingsTHE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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Lake Shawnee Amusement Park: The True Haunting
In this episode, we uncover the chilling history behind what is considered America's most haunted amusement park, where tragic accidents and ancient curses blur the line between entertainment and eternity. Join us as we explore why Lake Shawnee’s ghosts still linger long after the rides stopped turning. THE SCARIEST STORIES ARE THE ONES THAT ARE TRUE.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Inherited Hauntings is a spooky and funny podcast where a daughter/mother duo dive into haunted history, ghost stories, and paranormal oddities while making each other laugh along the way. Think chilling encounters, creepy legends, and a little comic relief to keep the nightmares manageable. If you love haunted history, ghost stories, hanging out with the girls and laughing out loud, you just inherited your new favorite show.
HOSTED BY
Lindsey Callan and Nancy Callan
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