EPISODE 520 - Chills and Thrills - Phantom Lore of the Philippines

Episode 520: What's up, fearless listeners! Welcome back to the Stories Philippines Podcast. I'm Paul, your guide to the coolest and creepiest stories about our own backyard, the Philippines. So pull up a chair and let's chat about the stuff that might just make you want to sleep with a night light on. Imagine a place where every night feels like Halloween, and that's where our tales begin. From the moonlit Barrios to the Whispering Woods, we have legends that could make even the bravest heart skip a beat out in the quiet towns.Keep an ear out for the aswang. These sneaky shape-shifters are the bosses of the night, always on the hunt for something or someone to munch on. If you ever hear a scream that makes your hair stand up, well, it might just be them on the prowl. Then if you ever find yourself wandering through the forests of Bohol, keep an eye on the treetops. You might catch the fiery eyes of the Copre staring back at you. These big guys like to chill in the branches, making sure their land stays just the way they like it. But don't sweat it. They're usually just looking, not touching.But hey, not all our stories are about getting spooked. We've also got ones about brave folks who face off against creepy ghosts and uncover secrets that have been buried for a super long time. They show us that being scared isn't the end of the world, and sometimes you've got to stand up to the things that go bump in the night. So stick with me by the warm glow of the fire as we dig into stories that'll tingle your spine.Get ready to feel the chill of tales that are part history, part mystery, and all kinds of awesome. In the Stories Philippines Podcast, we're all about sharing stories that make you want to whisper, "Did you hear that?" So don't go anywhere; the night's just getting started, and we have plenty more chills and thrills to explore. Stay brave, my friends, and always keep an eye out for the wonder and weirdness of the Philippines.DISCLAIMER:This episode may be ad-supported, and you can support us financially by subscribing for as little as $5 a month on our Patreon page or on Apple Podcast Subscriber-Only Audio.This subscription plan comes with an ad-free weekly podcast, plus a few more extras like exclusive podcast promos and early access to certain episodes that are not published everywhere until the following week.Check our Patreon here: http://go.thehustle.studio/patreonor in Apple Podcasts app, just click here: http://go.thehustle.studio/subscribeThank you so much for your generosity!Connect with Us:FacebookSupport 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