Spooked

John Henson, a Southern Cheyenne Native American, is the go-to person when friends and family need their homes smoked off. But when he encounters a stubborn and angry cat-like entity, he has to dig deeper than ever before — all while being polite. For Spooked, and for the first time for a non-native audience, John shares his story.

Episodes now drop every week on Friday! Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free on any podcast platform. Be afraid.

Thanks so much to John Henson for sharing your story with us.

Original score by Leon Morimoto, produced by Chris Hambrick + Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot

Dan is a hunter. His favorite place in the world is his deer stand: a platform 20 feet up in an ancient tree. One day, Dan is sitting up in the tree when he sees something that changes his life forever.

Episodes now drop every week on Friday! Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free on any podcast platform. Be afraid…

This story discuss suicide. Sensitive listeners please be advised.

Thank you, Dan, for sharing your story with us here at Spooked.

Produced by Annie Nguyen and Eliza Smith, original score by Leon Morimoto

Artwork by Sanaa Khan + Teo Ducot

When we meet darkness and our road grows dim, sometimes a spirit finds us and helps guide us towards the path we’re meant to take… or avoid.

Spooked episodes now drop every week on Friday! Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.

STORIES

Paper Route Premonition

Alyssa is taking over her friend’s paper route for the week. It’s a fun way to make a little money. There’s just one house that’s freaking her out.

Thank you, Alyssa for sharing your story with us!

Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Yari Bundy

Stormwalker

For Roberta, there’s nothing scarier than the thought of being caught out in a big storm. One day, her worst fear comes true… and then someone shows up.

Thanks, Roberta, for sharing your story with Spooked.

Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Yari Bundy

Artwork by Teo Ducot

Starting Friday, April 7th Spooked drops…WEEKLY! We have held back the darkness long enough and at long last… Spooked will be available for free on ALL podcast platforms.

Episodes will drop every week on Friday! Featuring brand NEW stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Be afraid.

For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.

After the birth of her second child, Elijah, Sabrina starts to wonder if she’s brought home more from the hospital than just her new baby.

Thank you, Sabrina, for sharing your story with Spooked!

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Yari Bundy, artwork by Teo Ducot

One day, while out landscaping his yard, Moses reaches into the dirt and pulls out a handful of bones. He wants to find out who they belong to. But that might not be such a good idea…

Thank you, Moses Thompson, for sharing your story with the Spooked! Folks, if you want to know more about Moses and his house, check out this article. 

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Yari Bundy, artwork by Teo Ducot

It’s March 1980, and best friends Lopaka and Sean decide to ditch class and head to the Pali Lookout, a tourist destination just outside of Honolulu on the island of Oahu. They’re hanging out, taking in the sights… but nothing can prepare them for what happens when they decide to venture off the beaten path.

Thank you, Lopaka Kapanui, for lifting back the veil with Spooked! If you want more stories about spirits, legends, and the Mysteries of Hawaii, Lopaka’s got you covered.

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot

Hotels and dolls can be full of charm — others are horrifying and cause alarm.

STORIES:

Hotel Hell

Kimberly was expecting a luxurious hotel room. Someone in it… was expecting her.

Thanks to Kimberly and Colin for sharing your story!

Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Doug Stuart

Dolly

Some dolls are pretty, some dolls are nice, some dolls are waiting for you... in the night.

BIG thanks, Mary, for sharing your story with us!

Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Ella June Pierson

Artwork by Teo Ducot

Matt is calm, peaceful, and very chill, but his apartment has a dark past. On one rainy night in Birmingham, his flat mate finally makes herself known, and her story unfolds.

Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot

Saulo knows the stories about the mischievous creatures who lurk in the forests and beaches of Oaxaca. But one night a hunt for turtle eggs becomes a search for the truth.

Thank you, Saulo, for sharing your story with Spooked!

Produced by Erick Yañez, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot

Erick doesn’t just work for Spooked, he is also the producer of a horror fiction podcast that you are gonna love. Check out Psicofonías wherever you get your podcasts.