Something Scary

Episode DescriptionOur parents and teachers try to alert us to the obvious big things that we should fear. Going where we aren't supposed to, walking down dark alleys alone, or strangers with bad intentions. These things we can avoid. But it's the little things we don't notice. Those small unexpected instances can sometimes be our salvation but more often than not it’s the little things that kill you. First, screams of the dying, ignored Followed by deadly camp secrets Then, the bluest eyes hide the loneliest soul Finally in our featured story, cursed revenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deep in the jungles and waters of China, the Philippines, Japan and other parts of the Asian Pacific, lurk demons beyond the imagination. The few who survive the encounters endure horrible flashbacks and struggle to stay sane enough to tell their tales. But the one thing that remains consistent with all their stories is that absolutely no one is safe.  First, death comes at night Followed by hidden tragedies of war Then, fear on a college campus Finally in our featured story, murder in the water Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Get started today at StitchFix.com/SCARY and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix! Go to TheOuai.com and use code SCARY to get 15% off your entire purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have the world at our fingertips with the swipe of a finger. It makes us feel as if we know everything. It's difficult to imagine that anyone, particularly our elders have anything new to teach us. But when they tell us their stories, we would be wise to remember that their lessons often come from devastating experiences. We should always heed the advice of these hard-lived warnings from the wounded.   First, a family ritual gone dead wrong Followed by the eyes of the possessed   Then, a child’s evil revenge  Finally in our featured story, the dead want blood  Download the 5 star-rated puzzle game, Best Fiends FREE today on the App Store or Google Play.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mexican culture has a strong connection to the dead. They have deep roots in their beliefs of the supernatural world. These beliefs have evolved over centuries of their experiences with ghosts and spirits. While these and stories from other countries can be fun stories to share, we must never forget those who have suffered to teach us these lessons. If we don't pay heed to the lessons, history will be doomed to repeat itself and cause more legends and murderous lore.   First, an old and malevolent hospital Followed by a Ouiji board that summons murder Then, a dance, that leads straight to Hell.  Finally in our featured story, a love so deep it burns  To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com. Make sure to use the code SCARY ​to ​get $100 off of your first month​ and show your support for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The full moon is the lunar phase where the moon is round and completely illuminated. It is at the height of power, a sign of rebirth and peak of clarity. But when the moon glows brightest is when it shines a light in the darkest corners of the earth. The moon becomes a menace, waking all of the beasts that otherwise would lay dormant in the dark.  First, a game turned into a haunted reality Followed by a bad morning that keeps getting worse Then, terrifying family origins Finally in today's featured story, dark secrets uncovered  To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com. Make sure to use the code SCARY to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our planet is over four billion years old. It’s full of refreshing, sparkling bodies of water and covered in lush rainforests. This earth literally gives us the oxygen we need to live. But as with anything, if you mistreat it, it will forsake you. Our once beloved home will show it’s evil side with deadly weather turning paradise to wasteland as earth has her day of reckoning.  First, a burial disturbed Then, nature seeks revenge Followed by, deadly consequences for bullies Finally in today's featured story, a modern twist on an old legend. Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Download June’s Journey free today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s obvious why people are afraid of things like spirits, ghosts, and goblins. It’s the fear of the unknown. That’s why we feel more comfortable around other human beings who live in our dimension. But when the unusual or even the evil masquerade as human beings, that is when we are really in danger, because we don’t even know we should be afraid.  First, the outsider is already home Followed by the dark side of superpowers Then, friends till the deadly end Finally in today's featured story, screaming for help but no one can hear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hindu new year is celebrated with bright colors, gifts, and greetings of goodwill. However that doesn’t mean that the ill intents of the unknown should be forgotten. There are many tales of demons and spirits that you should stay far away from. Remember these warnings while you celebrate, because when you forget, that is when evil loves to strike. So enjoy the new year but beware the old horrors. First, the knock of death  Followed by the heartbroken seeking revenge Then, any price paid to save a life Finally in today's featured story, the worst things come out at night Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Witchcraft is the study and practice of magical skills and abilities. Some are gifted with a natural talent, such as being extra empathic of others’ emotions, having a heightened sense of people’s auras, or being able to see things that others cannot. Those with these aptitudes have been around for generations, most using their powers for good. But beware those with ill intent who practice wicked witchcraft.  First, actions intended to help, cause lasting harm Followed by, jealousy that kills a love triangle Then, a battle between good versus evil  Finally in today's featured story, a sister seemingly consumed by greed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cats are more than just our lovable pets. They bring comfort when we are down, and endless entertainment when we need it most. Many cultures revere them as magical creatures, who will bring good fortune to those who house and care for them. But if they’re not treated with the respect they deserve, they can quickly go from bringing good fortune to wreaking havoc on your life.  First, a warning from the bones of the dead Followed by a haunting childhood memory Then, a cat seeks revenge  Finally in our featured story, the last life of nine. Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Get Honey for FREE at Join Honey dot com slash SS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As human beings we often find it difficult to take responsibility for our lives. We attribute our successes or our failures to a little thing called Luck. But when you believe that everything is connected, and that karma exists, you know you are the true cause of your own good luck, or… your own very bad luck.  First, Tinder’s perfect match Followed by, a sailor trying to cheat a deadly fate Then, a Celtic curse Finally in our featured story, a very unlucky St. Patrick's Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sleep is necessary for survival, it renews and revitalizes our bodies. But when we go to sleep it’s hard to know when we are having a nightmare, or if what we are experiencing is real. We go to sleep, perchance to dream, or we go to sleep, perchance to scream. First, night terrors caught on tape Followed by good help that turns harmful Then, dreams become nightmares Finally in our featured story, a desperate insomniac does the unthinkable To match with a licensed therapist today, go to Talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code SCARY to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show.  AnaLuisa.com/SCARY go treat yourself and your loved ones with a unique gift and use my code SCARY to get 10%off.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When we inhabit a space to live, we try to do everything to make it feel like home. We choose colors and furniture that are the physical manifestation of how we want the space to feel. But we never stop to think about the life that inhabited that space before we came along. Would that space tell stories of joy or terror? What would the walls say, if walls could scream?  First, sins are revealed beneath the surface Followed by, haunting cries over stolen goods Then, a spirits evil intentions revealed Finally in our featured story, a warning: don’t look in the mirror at night Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone needs to work, but we all do it for different reasons. Some get jobs wherever they can to pay the bills, others are lucky enough to work in pursuit of a passion. Regardless of why you work, It pays to put in the time and effort to excel at whatever you do. Otherwise, you could end up being worked to death.  First, an Uber driver who must pick up a frightening passenger Followed by a telemarketer who gets in too deep with a customer  Then, a ballerina willing to rehearse herself to death Finally in our featured story, a video game developer tries to survive crunch time Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our earthly possessions are just that, physical things of the earth that we can’t take with us to the next life. What truly matters are our world experiences and what kind of people we are when we interact with others. But often we do place too much value on the things we own, and they can turn into terrible totems, and end up owning us.  First, heed the messenger or reap the wrath Followed by a disturbing secret revealed at the cost of death Then, a spirit is released and seeks revenge Finally in our featured story, beware the obsession of the collector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Love can be a beautiful thing or the terrible thing that keeps you awake at night. Be it warm feelings between friends and family, or the burning passion for a romantic partner. Love can bring us to our best, or like in today’s stories, shine a light on our very worst.   First, defying mother at the cost of death  Followed by one woman struggling to keep her sister alive Then, an ungrateful bride who will suffer her own wrath  Finally in our featured story, Valentine’s day goes horribly wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As human beings we thrive off of our connection to others, it’s key to our survival. Those relationships can be with other people, but often our deepest connections are with animals. They comfort us in our darkest hours, make us feel safe, they are our primal protectors. But like in these stories, you never know if the one who is supposed to protect you, will turn on you. First, a creepy critter in the woods reveals its true power. Followed by a dog will risk everything to protect its human. Then, a guy who will stop at nothing for the attention of his big brother.  Finally in our featured story, a sweet house cat turned feral hunter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The one thing more threatening than a snarling wolf at the door is the one in sheep’s clothing. The unknown threat that you’re not prepared for lurking in your place of sanctuary. Perhaps someone you trust or something you’ve too long taken for granted. As we’ll learn in today’s stories, unforeseen danger should be feared the most. First, coveted mittens are more than what was wished for Followed by sisters who must take on the man in the attic Then, find out the horrifying history of a family home Finally in our featured story, a warning to those who don’t take devils seriously Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You should always stand for what’s right and do the honorable thing. Evil will flourish when the good do nothing. Sacrifices often must ultimately be made for the greater good to triumph. So it’s important to remember to also be careful because as today’s stories show us, no good deed goes unpunished.   First, the danger when you can’t trust mother Followed by, the unexpected lurking in a graveyard Then, desperation to make a friend turns deadly Finally, in our featured story, an officer will try to save a life, not realizing who the real victim is Go to Talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code SCARY to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show.  Download Best Fiends FREE today on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Your imagination can wreak havoc on your mind and soul. It can make you see and feel things that may not be real. But don’t ever let your guard down because if you’re not careful you’ll find out that things are far worse than you think. First, influencers endanger themselves for the perfect post.  Then, a fatal mistake by a sleepless neighbor.  Followed by, a family vacation that becomes a family nightmare. Finally in our final story, you may be done with the holidays, but they’re not done with you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices