Fabled Collective

Spirits of St. Augustine: Haunted Cemeteries, City Gates & the Castillo with Stacy Piagno

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this spine-tingling episode, we explore the haunted history of St. Augustine, Florida—America’s oldest city and one of the most paranormally ac...

When a Stranger Sang my Song: A Dream About Synchronicity and Soul Alignment

22 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Let's do some dreamwork, shall we? Last night, I dreamed I was listening to a song—an obscure one I’d never heard before—when a total stran...

Tarot Stories for the Soul: Queen of Pentacles

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Queen of Pentacles.Tarot Stories for the Soul is a series that brings the meanings of Tarot cards to life through fictional tales, illustrating how th...

History of Tarot

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we uncover the secret history of the Rider-Waite Tarot, the world’s most iconic deck. Explore how the Hermetic Order of the Golden ...

Classic Audiobooks, Modernized: The Storm by Sarah Elizabeth Utterson

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Step into the storm and uncover a tale of gothic suspense, secrets, and fate. In this episode of the Classic Audiobooks, Modernized Series, I bring y...

Surviving the Night Hag: Dark Folklore, Sleep Paralysis, and Protection Against the Unseen

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever woken up paralyzed, a heavy presence pressing down on your chest, unable to move or scream? You’re not alone. Across cultures and cent...

Cracking: A Horror Story

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready for a bone-chilling journey into the unknown? Dive into the Fabled Collective's latest episode, where a seemingly ordinary night tu...

The Girl from the River Seine

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, we dive into the haunting story of L'Inconnue de la Seine, or the Girl from the River Seine. Found in Paris in the late 1800s,...

Serenity and Wicks

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the heart of haunted Savannah, where shadows of the past whisper through moss-covered oaks, lies "Serenity and Wicks"—a mystical candle...

The Haunted Toys "R" Us

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The tale of the haunted Toys "R" Us. Text Vanessa Your Thoughts!Support the showMusic by Katie Coughran.📩 Substack Newsletter📚 Vaness...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Silent House

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloween! In this episode, "The Silent House," Lena Harper buys an old Victorian home, seeking the solace of quiet. But the house she...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Shadow's Hunger

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s haunting episode, "The Shadow’s Hunger," we follow Elias Thorne, a reclusive writer who becomes increasingly aware of a shado...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Song of the Sea

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this eerie episode, "The Song of the Sea", we follow a lighthouse keeper who becomes captivated by a haunting melody that drifts from the...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Keeper of the Dolls

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the chilling conclusion to our Halloween series, "The Keeper of Dolls", a young girl inherits her great-grandmother’s house, only to di...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Clockmaker's Curse

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s haunting episode, "The Clockmaker’s Curse", a man inherits his great-grandfather’s workshop, only to discover that the cloc...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Glass Coffin

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this unsettling episode, "The Glass Coffin," a wealthy man’s obsession with eternal life leads him to commission a glass coffin, a tomb...

Why We Love Horror: The Psychology of Dark Themes in Writing and Media

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we journey into the psychological shadows of storytelling, exploring why writers and creators are drawn to darker themes like horror ...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Forgotten Bride

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, "The Forgotten Bride", we unravel the haunting tale of Edmund, a man whose wedding day turned into a nightmare when he...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Bones Beneath

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, "The Bones Beneath," a family moves into an old Victorian home only to discover that it harbors a deadly secret. When ...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Midnight Bell

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, "The Midnight Bell", a small village is gripped by terror as a mysterious bell tolls each night at midnight, marking anothe...

13 Tales of Halloween: Portrait of the Dead

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s haunting episode, "Portrait of the Dead", we dive into the chilling world of an artist with a dark obsession. His ability to ca...

13 Tales of Halloween: Fated in Stone

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we follow Emily Lake on a routine visit to Bonaventure Cemetery that takes a sinister turn. When Emily stumbles upon a gravestone wit...

13 Tales of Halloween: A Thrift Store Nightmare

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, "A Thrift Store Nightmare,” we unravel the terrifying tale of a haunted stuffed animal with a dark and vengeful secret. W...

13 Tales of Halloween: The Phantom Room

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this eerie episode, we tell the chilling story of "The Phantom Room", where an innocent traveler encounters something far darker than he ...

Ghosts of Arlington: Haunting Tales from Alabama's Historic Antebellum Home

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this spine-tingling episode of Fabled Collective, host Vanessa is joined by Jennifer Guthrie. They venture into the grand halls of Arlington Antebe...

Introducing: Fear Daily

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fear Daily takes you into the shadows of the past, unearthing the 1990s most terrifying tales of monsters, madness, and life after death. Join us as w...

Spooky Campfire Stories That Feel All Too Real

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this spine-chilling episode of Fabled Collective, we dive into a collection of spooky, scary campfire stories that will have you questioning what’...

The Dark History of Creepypasta and the Haunting Allure of Internet Horror

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this chilling episode, we explore the dark and mysterious world of Creepypasta—the viral horror stories that have captivated online audiences for...

The Monster and the Golden Egg

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the ancient fable of "The Goose and the Golden Egg," uncovering the dark lessons hidden beneath its surface. Fro...

Witnessing a Phoenix Rise

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this fascinating episode, we dive deep into the mysterious legend of the phoenix—an ancient mythical creature that rises from its own ashes, embo...

The Ghosts of Bellefonte

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this spine-chilling episode of Fabled, Vanessa K. Eccles takes us on a journey through the eerie remnants of Bellefonte, Alabama—a ghost town shr...

Of Love and Legend: Complete Audiobook

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a realm where magic intertwines with destiny, Of Love and Legend follows a young woman's journey of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery as she...

Haunted Savannah: The Ghosts of the Marshall House

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hear the eerie past of one of Savannah's oldest and most haunted hotels, The Marshall House—a hotel filled with ghosts and history. Located on ...

The Science of Bad Vibes

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The science of bad vibes is interesting. Have you ever visited a place that felt unusually peaceful or, conversely, oppressively heavy? Throughout my ...

The Grey Lady of Willard Library

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Explore the spooky corridors of the Willard Library and unearth the haunting tales of the Grey Lady ghost and why this historic library is a must-visi...

The Underground Morgue of Savannah

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the depths of Savannah, Georgia’s haunting past with our latest podcast episode on the Old Candler Hospital and its mysterious underground...

Whispers of the Winter Wolf

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Fabled Collective podcast, we delve deep into the ancient and mystical folklore surrounding the mysterious creature known as th...

The Rings of Fairies

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the eerie twilight of superstition and science, fairy rings stand as enigmatic symbols at the crossroads of the mystical and the mundane. Whispered...

Victorian Funeral and Mourning Practices with Jennifer Guthrie

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the shadowed corners of the Victorian era, death wasn't just an event; it was an art form. Wrapped in layers of ritual and superstition, Victo...

Spirits in the Mist

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dive deep into North America's chilling waterway legends as we explore the eerie histories of Niagara Falls, Lake Lanier, and White Rock Lake. Fr...

The Ghost Writer

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Unravel the chilling mystery of Patience Worth, a spirit from the 17th century, who broke the silence of the grave to communicate through Pearl Curran...

Locked Away for 25 Years

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Blanche Monnier, often referred to as "La Séquestrée de Poitiers," is a harrowing tale from 19th-century France. Born into a prominent Poi...

The Bride of Annandale and the Weeping Lady

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the chilling tales of the Chapel of the Cross Cemetery, Madison, Mississippi - a historical site steeped in spectral lore. Home to the famous...

Mirror, Mirror, Who's the Murderess Amongst Us All?

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Snow White is a timeless fairy tale that has captured the hearts of audiences for generations, and its magical narrative continues to inspire and reso...

The Mysteries of The Bennington Triangle

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The mysteries surrounding the disappearances of five people between 1945-1950 in what is called the Bennington Triangle are both bizarre and terrifyin...

Does the Devil Think About You?

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We often don’t think about God until the day the devil thinks about us. When things are going great, we go about life in a state of flow, but when s...

Haunted Dolls

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why are people afraid of dolls? Is it their likeness to something real—their fake smiles and glassy, still eyes? Is it their lack of animation or th...

Old Charleston Jail with Whitney Zahar

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Old Charleston Jail, located in downtown Charleston, South Carolina is a sight to see if you're ever in low country. Nestled between neighbor...

Famous Graves of Bonaventure Cemetery

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The previous episode was on Bonaventure Cemetery. I wanted to share a little more about the notable graves and the stories attached to them should you...

Bonaventure Cemetery

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One can hardly mention visiting Savannah without someone recommending they tour what's arguably one of the most hauntingly beautiful cemeteries i...

Haunts by Fire, by Horse, and by Headless Actor

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this bite-sized episode of Fabled Collective, we'll delve into three strange hauntings that will remind you how bizarre life (and death) can b...

Literary Monsters: The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The king of gothic literature, Edgar Allan Poe, poured his life and heart into his tales. Everything he struggled with, all the sadness and madness, n...

The Haunted Crescent Hotel

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eureka Springs, Arkansas, is often said to be the little Switzerland of America because of its mountainous terrain and winding streets. It’s also be...

Roots to Legacy

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this mini-episode, I share a more personal experience about what I'm learning from researching my family tree. My ancestors have taught me so ...

Pied Piper and the Lost Children

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 1284, Hamelin was an important place for trade. Nestled beside the Weser River, Hamelin was home to lots of commerce, and the city thrived. Everyth...

The Light of the Wicked

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Should you ever find yourself walking along a marsh or swamp in the darkest hour of the night, you may witness a haunting light over the still water. ...

The Ghosts of Hyde

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On the isle of Hyde, all ghosts aren’t dead. Haunted by a past they fled and by a present so steeped in lore, truth can scarcely be deciphered. If t...

The Gribble House

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On December 10, 1909, a horrific triple homicide occurred at 401 W. Perry St. in the downtown district of Savannah, Georgia. That day Eliza Gribble an...

Twice Dead

28 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is a little different. "Twice Dead" is a fictional short story that I recently finished and wanted to share with Fabled listene...

Cockspur Island Lighthouse

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you drive over the causeway from Savannah, Georgia to Tybee Island, you’ll notice a small lighthouse in the Savannah River. It captured my intere...

Angel of Death Jane Toppan

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The most horrible of monsters are those who prey on the weak, the sick. These angels of death strike when they're needed, when their patients can...

Emily Dickinson's "Tell all the truth but tell it slant"

19 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Emily Dickinson is one of most popular American poets of all time, but she didn't experience fame until after her death. This analysis of her poe...

Most Memorable Haunted Places (Unscripted)

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this unscripted episode, my husband and I take a stroll down memory lane and recount the most memorable haunted experiences we've had thus far...

History, lore, and superstitions: Black Cats

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout the centuries and numerous cultures, superstitions surrounding black cats have varied. Are black cats lucky or unlucky? Some believe crossi...

The Poisonous Bride: Marie Lafarge

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The story of Marie Lafarge reads like a gothic novel. A well-bred, attractive woman living in a mansion in the country, married to a man she doesn&apo...

William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily"

10 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

William Faulkner chooses an interesting title for his story about a woman confined to her past. The story is filled with many symbolic references, but...

The Girl with Mysterious Powers

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Strange things were happening in Jonesville, LA, in 1938. Alice Belle Kirby was thirteen years old at the time and was described as having light wavy ...

Household Superstitions: Doors, Stairways, Salt, Candles, and Umbrellas

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our ancestors lived in perilous times, not knowing what would happen from one day to the next. They faced sickness, death, and suffering—the likes o...

Robert Frost's "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening"

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Frost is one of the most widely respected and accomplished American poets of all time. His simple, yet profound, work has touched the minds and...

Clue

05 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever been into board games, chances are that you own or have owned a Clue game. Have you ever wondered about the history of it? As per ...

The Foley House Inn

03 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Foley House Inn is one of the infamous historical places in Savannah, Georgia. Because of its dark history, tourists daily walk by the house on on...

The Fasting Woman of Tutbury

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the early 1800s, crowds gathered to witness the fasting woman of Tutbury, Ann Moore. It seemed remarkable, impossible even, that a woman could live...

Rabbit, Rabbit

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why are rabbit's feet considered lucky? And why do people say "rabbit, rabbit" first thing on the first day of the month? Find out more...

History and Haunts: The Springer Opera House

22 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Even the most lovely places can harbor ghostly pasts. The haunting tales of the Springer Opera House in Columbus, Georgia have spanned many years. Who...

A Very Victorian Christmas (Ghosts Included)

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The holidays are all about long-held traditions. But where did these traditions come from? And why did some of the old ones fade away? In this episode...

Belsnickel and Princess Claus with JL Gillham

04 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is quickly approaching. A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of sitting down with my dear friend JL Gillham. We had a fun conversation about...

The Strange Disappearance of David Lang and Ambrose Bierce

30 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Folklore is usually a culmination of truth and fiction. It’s a sort of flavoring for a specific region—a mash of traditions, beliefs, and stories ...

Of Fire and Ice

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Shh… can you hear it? The woods are calling. There’s something mysterious about the woods, wouldn’t you agree? I remember one of my favorite th...

It's Fall, Y'all

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Snag yourself a pumpkin spice latte, y'all. It's finally fall. For many of us, autumn is a magical season. But why? What's the allure o...

Virginia Woolf's A Room of One's Own

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Last episode, we discussed the life of Virginia Woolf, a feminist writer of the 20th century. In this episode, we’ll delve into A Room of One’s Ow...

Virginia Woolf

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Virginia Woolf was an English writer and one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. She had an uncanny ability to put deep, inner though...

Rapunzel: History and Lore

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We all grew up hearing the story of Rapunzel, the beautiful young maiden with long, golden hair, locked away in a tower until her prince came along. B...

Coffee and Lore: Yucatan Haunting with Josiah Coughran

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Josiah Coughran, host of The Darwin Awards Podcast, shares an experience he had in the Yucatan.Find Josiah and his podcast here:The D...

What Lies Within

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Our homes are the places we learn, rest, grow, and love. It's protection from the outside world. It's our solace and our peace. It's wh...

Coffee and Lore: Glenn Dale Hospital with JL Gillham

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The old Glenn Dale Hospital served as a tuberculosis sanatorium during the 1930s-1950s. In this episode, author JL Gillham shares her experience visit...

The Witches of Fife

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tales of witchcraft have been the source of entertainment for centuries, but when the tales jump into reality, a new type of wickedness emerges. Such ...

Ten Days in a Madhouse

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nellie Bly, known for her book Ten Days in a Madhouse, was born in 1864 just outside of Pittsburgh. She would become a true suffragette and leader in ...

Haunted Eufaula: Southern Ghost Stories

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Small town living in the South is full of history and haunts. These dying southern towns fill the country roads in the southeast, speckling the path f...

Cinderella: Not the Fairy Tale You Remember

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Someday you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again."The popular quote from C.S. Lewis is often used but rarely explored. Rea...

Into the Woods

26 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

During times of uncertainty and stress, many of us seek solace in nature. We’ll go on more walks, take hikes through forests and mountains, or seek ...

Southern Gothic: The Haunting of Alice Riley

12 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The horrors of murder permeate the very ground they touch. Their stories linger in the soil, in the atmosphere, and their whispers often repeated for ...

Valentine's Day: History, Superstitions, and Lore

14 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the day of romance. You can almost smell the roses and taste the milk chocolate. But beyond all the modern adornments, Valentine’s Day has a ...

Fairy tales: Beauty and the Beast

30 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I often ask my friends what their favorite fairy tale is. It gives me an idea of their personality. Because I have a lot of friends who love books, Be...

Bazar de la Charité

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The most tragic events are often the ones that are the most remembered. Such is the case of the 1897 Paris tragedy. The Bazar de la Charité would be ...

Louisa May Alcott's Little Women

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"I will do something by-and-by. Don't care what, teach, sew, act, write, anything to help the family, and I'll be rich and famous and h...

Krampus: A Christmas Nightmare

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

While some prefer their cozy warm drinks, nights by the fire and sweet romance movies on television, others of us enjoy a deep dive into folklore. We ...

History and Haunts: Biltmore and Asheville, North Carolina

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Deep in the rolling hills of North Carolina, sits a stately manor that rivals the castles of Europe. Built by a true visionary, the Biltmore Estate is...

True Crime: The Unsolved Mystery of The Atlanta Ripper

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The South has its beauty with dripping Spanish moss, massive oaks, thick woods, and vibrant green vegetation. Along with the remnants of abandoned man...

The Witch Moll Dyer

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

What makes a witch a witch? In colonial times, it didn't take much for one to be accused of witchcraft. Such was the case of Moll Dyer, a woman a...

Literary History: Mary Shelley and A Monster Born

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Her birth took a life. Her life birthed a nightmare. And her greatest loves died way too soon.Most of us have read and watched the various versions of...