Haunted American History
Episodes
New York Stories - Moonlight, Mirrors, and Murder
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing ruins a perfectly good evening like seeing a ghost in your bedroom, getting chased by a werewolf, or realizing your mirror is haunted. Welcom...
New Mexico’s Lesser-Known Legends
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we trade well-worn legends for whispers in the dust. From the gun-slinging echoes of the Laguna Vista Saloon, to the ghostly waters o...
New Jersey - Strange Frequencies
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Journey into the eerie heart of New Jersey, where fact and folklore collide. First, discover Ong's Hat, a ghost town said to hide a portal to another ...
New Hampshire's Most Haunted
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New England is filled with ghost stories, and today, we’re diving into three of its most chilling. From the eerie ruins of Madame Sherri’s Castle ...
Nevada’s Unholy Trinity: Pyramid Lake, The Mizpah Hotel, and The Devil's Hole
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nevada is a land of extremes—scorching deserts, deep waters, and secrets buried in the sand. In this episode, we dive into the chilling legends of P...
A Deal with the Devil *remaster*
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"And you'll be one of God's children that fell from the top There's no diversity because we're burning in the melting pot So when the devil wants to d...
Presenting SADISTIC - That's my Guy
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to SADISTIC - Anywhere you listen to podcastshttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2386456Narrated by: Jim ConroyWritten by: Jon SaksEdited by: Jon Sak...
The Problem with Gnomes
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They stand in gardens, watching. Silent. Smiling. But where did garden gnomes come from? And what if I told you they weren’t always harmless?In this...
Roanoke Island & The Thing in the Snow
03 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A snowed in family discovers there is more outside than just the weather.“To be alive is to be missing.” - John Green“Hell is the absence of the...
Lake Shawnee & Merry - Go - Round *Remaster*
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Something is feeding on the children of Youngstown, Ohio."And when the broken-hearted peopleLiving in the world, agreeThere will be an answer, let it...
Zachary Christian Bane - Birthing Day
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A teenager discovers his parents were legendary monster hunters—and that their murder was just the beginning of a war between worlds.The complete Za...
Hazel Drew & The Girl in the Water
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the mystery of Hazel Drew, a young woman whose 1908 murder in upstate New York inspired one of television’s most haunti...
Montana - The Flathead Lake Monster
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For over a century, the legend of Flessie has haunted the depths of Montana’s Flathead Lake. A massive, serpentine creature said to be longer than ...
Missouri - Zombie Road
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the eerie folklore surrounding Lawler Ford Road—better known as Zombie Road—in Glencoe, Missouri. Once a quiet stre...
Mississippi - Conspiracy, Haunts, and Witches
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we dive deep into the eerie tales and haunting folklore of the Magnolia State. From the chilling legend of the Mercritis curse to the spectral ...
Minnesota's Most Haunted: Nopeming Sanatorium and the Ghosts of Grey Cloud Island
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we explore the eerie corridors of the Nopeming Sanatorium, a once-thriving tuberculosis hospital now shrouded in mystery and ghostly legends. T...
Ghosts of New Years Eve
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the spectral mysteries surrounding Times Square's New Year’s Eve Phantom—a 1920s starlet whose tragic death still echo...
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - Part 2
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing the Charles Dickens Classic, A Christmas Carol.Part 2 consists of Stave 3, 4, and 5.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all!Writte...
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens - Part 1
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I end the year and celebrate the season with the telling of the original ghost story, The Charles Dickens Classic, A Christmas Carol.Part 1...
Time Travel
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explore one of the internet's biggest mysteries: the story of the alleged time traveler John Titor. Then, in a return to form, I sh...
The Enfield Horror
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the chilling story of the Enfield Horror, a creature so strange it defies categorization. 🕵️♂️ Sighted in the ...
Michigan - Haunted Mackinac Island
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the chilling history of Mackinac Island, a place where the past comes alive in the form of ghostly encounters and spine-tingling tales. In t...
Massachusetts - The Bloody Pit
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nestled in the mountains of western Massachusetts, the Hoosac Tunnel stands as a testament to human ingenuity—and a chilling reminder of its cost. D...
Presenting - Sadistic - Killing Time
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Find Sadistic here - Click to subscribe! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2386456Written and edited by: Jon SaksNarrated by Christopher FeinsteinFor writing...
Maryland - The Phantom Ship and Blue Dog
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we journey into the misty, moonlit waters of Maryland to explore two of its most enduring and eerie legends. First, we’ll sail into the Chesa...
Maine - The Saco River Curse
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this chilling episode, we dive into one of Maine’s most enduring legends—the Curse of the Saco River. What began as a tragic encounter between ...
Louisiana - Ghost Pirates of Barataria Bay
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the murky waters of Louisiana's Barataria Bay, home to one of the most enduring legends of the Gulf Coast: the story of ...
Kentucky - The Witch Girl of Pilot's Knob
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we delve into one of Kentucky’s most chilling legends: the Witch Girl of Pilot’s Knob. Set against the eerie backdrop of early 19th-century...
Kansas - Stull Cemetery
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we take you to a place steeped in dread and dark legends: Stull Cemetery in Kansas. Known to locals as one of the "Gateways to Hell," Stull Cem...
Happy Halloween 24'
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A peek behind the scenes at two projects I'm working on.Happy Halloween, my friends! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...
Iowa - The Van Meter Visitor
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the fall of 1903, the small town of Van Meter, Iowa, was shaken by a bizarre and terrifying encounter. Over several nights, multiple residents clai...
Presenting - The Nightmare Collective - Poltergeist
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this nightmare, we delve into the story of Joe Hall, a devoted father whose untimely death leaves him bound to the mortal realm. Unable to move on ...
Indiana - Diana of the Dunes and The Hundred Steps
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore two of Indiana's lesser-known tales. First, we uncover the mysterious legend of Diana of the Dunes, a woman whose spirit i...
Illinois - Alton and Deaf Bill
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Come with me to visit Alton, touted as "The Most Haunted City in America," and listen to one of the most bizarre stories that this guy has ever told.Y...
Presenting - Sadistic - Off Kilter
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Find Sadistic here - Click to subscribe! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2386456Written by: Jon SaksEdited by: Jon Saks & Christopher FeinsteinMusic by: D...
Idaho - Haunted Waters and the Murder House Mystery
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we venture into the heart of Idaho, where sorrow and tragedy have left deep, ghostly imprints. First, we explore the haunting legend of the Wat...
Hawaii's lesser-known legends
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we journey to the enchanting islands of Hawaii to uncover three of its lesser-known legends.First, we delve into the haunted halls ...
Georgia - Spirits of Savannah
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris takes today's episode solo and journeys to one of the most haunted cities in the U.S.: Savannah, Georgia. First, we step inside the Moon River B...
Florida - The Most Magical Place on Earth
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They say Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is The Most Magical Place on Earth... but could it also be the most haunted? Let's find out!YOUTUBE...
Delaware - The Hauntings of Deer Park Tavern
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we venture into the heart of Newark, Delaware, to uncover the eerie tales and ghostly encounters surrounding the historic Deer Par...
Connecticut - The Fairy Village
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we journey to Waterbury, Connecticut, where a mysterious and enchanting Fairy Village has captured the imagination of locals and visi...
Colorado - The Lafayette Vampire
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Deep in the heart of Colorado lies a small town with a chilling secret—an old grave marked by an eerie name that has sparked tales of the undead. In...
California - Peg Entwistle and the Hollywood Sign
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into one of Hollywood's most tragic and enduring legends—the story of Peg Entwistle, the actress whose name has become syn...
Arkansas - The Allen House & Mount Holly Cemetery
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we journey into the haunted heart of Arkansas, uncovering the spine-tingling tales behind two of the state's most infamous paranormal hotspots:...
Arizona - Haunted Bisbee
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nestled in the Mule Mountains of southeastern Arizona, Bisbee is a charming town with a rich history—and a reputation for the paranormal.In this epi...
Alaska - Exploring Anchorage
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take you on a spectral journey through the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, starting with the legendary Anchorage Hotel—one of the mo...
Alabama - UNA and Huggin' Molly
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
⚠️ Warning!⛔️ Loud cheering takes place at around 18 minutes into the episode. I apologize for the sudden attack on your ears. I was excited t...
Hell Dogs of Eldorado Canyon & Marshal
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we journey into the heart of Eldorado Canyon, Nevada—a place steeped in eerie tales and ghostly legends. Known for its rich history of gold m...
Curse of The Hope Diamond
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we delve into the dark and mysterious tale of the Hope Diamond, one of the world's most famous jewels. Known for its mesmerizing blue hue and i...
Giant Legends and Underground Mysteries
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode delves into the mysterious legends of giants that once roamed West Virginia and the secrets of an underground city in Death Valley. Explo...
The Creepy Kids of America
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the chilling legends of the Melonheads and Black-Eyed Children. Journey with me into the eerie woods of Ohio, Michigan, a...
The Winchester Mystery House & The Monster Upstairs - Remastered
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I revisit an old episode and give it the proper treatment. I talk about haunted houses, Number 14 West 10th Street in NYC, and The Winchester M...
Legends of Yosemite
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
*Graphic content warning*In this episode, I explore Yosemite National Park's haunting tales and dark history. I explore the eerie legend of the Grouse...
Exorcism - The cases of The Smurl Family and Roland Doe
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I dive into the terrifying world of exorcism, exploring two of the most famous cases in America. First, I explore the disturbing and relentless...
The Haunting of Amityville
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we explore the terrifying events that plagued the Lutz family after they moved into the infamous house at 112 Ocean Avenue. Discov...
Cropsey - The Staten Island Boogeyman
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we unravel the terrifying legend of Cropsey, a story that has haunted Staten Island for decades. Discover the dark history of the Wil...
Annabelle
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I'll explore the eerie origins and terrifying experiences surrounding one of the most infamous haunted dolls in history. Join me for a casual c...
The Whaley House
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the chilling history of The Whaley House, America's most haunted residence, in our latest podcast episode. Discover the eerie tales of ghostly...
Mysteries of The Great White North
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I venture into the eerie realms of Canadian folklore to unravel two of the most unsettling stories from my neighbor to the north. First, we del...
Most Requested
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I dug through the emails and comments to find the most requested stories. I bring you the haunting of the Queen Mary and The Michigan Dogman. I...
Ghosts and Legends of Washington D.C.
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode takes us to the heart of America, Washington DC, to uncover the ghost stories and folklore that shroud the nation's capital in mystery.Th...
The Case of The Black Dahlia Murder
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we dive into one of Hollywood’s most notorious unsolved cases—the murder of Elizabeth Short, known as the Black Dahlia. Found ...
Wyoming - Frontier Phantoms
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, journey with me to Fort Bridger, a historical gem that has witnessed a plethora of events from fur trade rendezvous and military clas...
Presenting - The Nightmare Collective - Birds in the Attic
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Nightmare Collective SUBSCRIBE!! Available on all podcast platforms!Applehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nightmare-collective/id1707943...
Wisconsin: BoyScout Lane & The Tallman Terror
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we Dive into the heart of the Badger State's most frightening folklore as we explore the eerie legends of Boy Scout Lane and the haunted histor...
Presenting - The Nightmare Collective - Wiccans
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I am thrilled to share the first episode of my other show, The Nightmare Collective. It is a weekly horror anthology. You can subscribe anywhere you l...
West Virginia - Mothman, Murder, and Mourning
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode takes you into the heart of West Virginia's most haunting stories. We start with the Mothman, a creature of legend that terrorized the to...
Washington - Tales from the Evergreen State
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we embark on a journey through time and myth, exploring three of Washington's most exciting legends. First, we'll uncover the mystery...
Virginia - Hauntings and Hares
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into Virginia's folklore, focusing on the Peyton Randolph House and the legend of the Bunny Man. From the haunting echoes of ...
Folklore Fireside - The Rhinelander Hodag
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore the legend of The Rhinelander Hodag and talk about Meghan's connection to this Wisconsin folklore.Kickstarter - https://www.kickstart...
Presenting - Hometown Ghost Stories - The Outlaw Ghosts of Fredericksburg | TX
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It is my pleasure to bring Hometown Ghost Stories to you all.Subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts!"Ravaged by disease, civil war and a gang of ou...
Mysteries of the Maple State: Pigman, Ghosts, and the Triangle
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dive deep into the heart of Vermont's most chilling ghost stories and folklore on today's episode. From the eerie legend of the Pigman of Northfield t...
Folklore Fireside - Robert the doll
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Come and hang with Mrs. Haunted and me as we discuss the legend of Robert the Doll in our LIVE Folklore Fireside.Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter...
Utah Legends - Bear Lake & Skinwalker Ranch
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we journey into the heart of Utah to uncover the secrets behind two of the state's most legendary tales: The Bear Lake Monster and Skinwalker R...
Folklore Fireside - The Jersey Devil
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A LIVE gathering to explore the legend of The Jersey Devil, one of America's most enduring and mysterious folklore tales. Streaming directly from the ...
Texas - Lone Star Spirits
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today I dive deep into the heart of Texas to explore its most haunting folklore and ghost stories. From the eerie streets of Alton, Texas, to the lege...
Tennessee Tales - Skinned Tom, The White Bluff Screamer, and Werewolf Springs
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive deep into the heart of Tennessee's rich folklore, uncovering three haunting tales that have stood the test of time. First up i...
South Dakota - Spirit Mound & The Gitchie Manitou Murders
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode delves into the heart of South Dakota's historical enigma – the Spirit Mound. Lewis and Clark, pioneers of the American frontier, came ...
South Carolina - Lavinia Fisher and The Grey Man
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we plunge deep into the heart of South Carolina, where the moss-laden trees guard secrets whispered by the wind. Uncover the chilling tales of ...
Specters of Splendor: Rhode Island's Mansion Haunts
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me as I uncover the mysterious and eerie stories woven into the fabric of Rhode Island's history. From The Breakers Mansion's opulent halls to Co...
Pennsylvania - Prison Chains and Underground Flames
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I attempt to uncover the secrets of Eastern State Penitentiary's dark history, from its revolutionary design to the lingering spirits said to r...
Oregon - Witches, Pixels, and Portland
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode brings us to Oregon.Let us explore The Lafayette Curse, navigate the depths of The Shanghai Tunnels, and attempt to decipher the crypt...
Oklahoma - Canvas, Curtains, and Dunes
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a celebration of the cultural tapestry woven into Oklahoma's very fabric. First, we step into the Gilcrease Museum, a treasure trove o...
Ohio Haunts, Towers, and Letters
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we visit Waynesville, Ohio, to explore all the haunts this town offers. Then we venture to the mysterious Witches Tower, where real life mirror...
North Dakota - Whispers of the Prairie
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me through North Dakota's haunted landscapes as I uncover ghostly tales from three intriguing locations. From the spectral history of Custer Hous...
Zachary Christian Bane - Birthing Day (Part 6)
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Story of Zach concludes...?"This thing of darkness, I acknowledge mine." - William Shakespeare - The TempestEveryone remembers where they were the...
North Carolina - Ghosts, Locomotives, and Devil's
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we explore North Carolina folklore, From the mysterious Devil's Tramping Ground and the unsolved tale of Nell Cropsey to the ghostly echoes of ...
Jack O' Lantern Road
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I have some explaining to do... And I do it all upfront in this episode. This is obviously not Zach Bane...Well, not entirely. You'll see what I mean....
New York - Big Apple Apparitions
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for a trip to my hometown as I discuss some lesser-known legends and a few from where I grew up.Hope you all enjoy it!The Nightmare Collecti...
The Otherworldly Encounters of New Mexico
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we dive into the haunted history of Albuquerque, where the Old Town and other historic sites are said to be teeming with restless spirits. Then ...
New Jersey - Spirits, Shadows, and Sharks
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a journey through the heart of New Jersey's folklore as we explore a haunted house for sale in Toms River, venture down the eerie Shades of...
HAH Short - The Baby's Room
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Please enjoy this Creepypasta!I hope you all enjoy it as much as I enjoyed narrating it!The story can be found here - https://creepypasta.fandom.com/w...
New Hampshire - Witches, Pirates, and Cryptids, Oh My!
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Explore the shadowy corners of New Hampshire's history with the stories of Goody Cole, Ocean Born Mary, and the Devil Monkey. These legends reveal the...
Pesta & The Masque of the Red Death
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I pay a visit to Norway for a Norwegian legend about the bringer of death, Pesta.The I narrate of of my favorite Edgar Allan Poe tales to really...
Nevada - Gold, Ghosts, and Grueling Journeys
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I take you to the heart of Nevada's desert, where the Goldfield Hotel stands as a testament to both opulence and the supernatural. We...
Nebraska - Lore of The Cornhusker State
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we'll take you deep into the heartland of the United States, where history and legend intertwine. We will explore Blackbird Hill, the...
Montana - Sinful Secrets and Ghost Towns
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
*Warning* - Descriptions of prostitutes and sex workers. The views expressed are not those of the host. They are apart of the haunted history of Ameri...
Missouri - Lemp Mansion & Glore Psychiatric Museum
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we visit two of Missouri's most interesting places, The Lemp Mansion and The Glore Psychiatric Museum. We'll uncover the eerie tales and fasci...
Mississippi - Whispers of the Magnolia State
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we embark on a spectral journey through the heart of Mississippi, a state known for its rich history and captivating folklore. From t...
Minnesota's Monsters
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Uncover the mysteries of Minnesota as we delve into the legends of the Wendigo, the Lake Pepin serpent, and the Hairy Man. Are they mere myths, or cou...