If these stories all meet at the same crossroads, what else might be waiting there? Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas When thunder cracked across the Suffolk coast in 1577, witnesses claimed a massive black hound burst through the doors of two English churches — killing worshippers and leaving claw marks scorched into the wood. Centuries later, those marks remain. In this episode, we chase the legend of the Black Shuck — a spectral hellhound said to haunt crossroads and storms — and uncover how lightning, fear, and faith combined to create one of Britain’s oldest surviving monster tales.

Where do we draw the line between what’s beastly… and what’s infernal? Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas In the dead of winter, when food runs scarce and fear grows fat, even the most virtuous hearts can turn hollow. This week, we trace the legend of the Wendigo — a creature born from hunger, gluttony, and the brutal cold of the Great Lakes. From Algonquin oral traditions to 19th-century courtrooms, this isn’t just a monster story — it’s a record of what happens when survival crosses the line into sin. Featuring the true cases of Swift Runner and Jack Fiddler, and the eerie phenomenon once known as Wendigo psychosis, we’ll ask the question no one wants answered: Is the Wendigo a spirit that possesses… or a person transformed by hunger itself?  

But maybe it isn’t the devil who lingers at these intersections... Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast This week on Haunts, we head south into the swamps of Louisiana, where faith and folklore twist together under the cypress trees. The Rougarou — a Cajun werewolf said to stalk sinners and silence witnesses — has haunted bayou towns for centuries. But if every story about it ends in a whisper, can a monster built on secrecy ever really exist?

So once again, we find ourselves at the crossroads, wondering if the devil may show himself… or if these beasts aren’t as infernal as they may seem. Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast When a pair of young girls stumble upon a winged figure near a churchyard in the quiet village of Mawnan Smith, an English legend is born. For decades since, witnesses have claimed to see the same creature: half-man, half-owl, with eyes that burn red through the fog. Is it a case of mistaken identity, a hoax that got out of hand, or something older — something tied to the sacred ground beneath Mawnan Church itself? In this episode, we leave behind the folklore of the Jersey Devil and cross the Atlantic to Cornwall, where skepticism begins to falter. Because what the locals call The Owlman feels less like a monster… and more like an omen.

If I’m honest, there’s a sliver of it that I can almost believe... Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast The wait is over—Season Three of Haunts is here. This time, we’re diving into the shadows of cryptozoology with a 13-episode arc exploring infernal beasts and monstrous legends. Each week, host Courtney Hayes puts her skepticism to the test, searching for proof that these creatures are more than myth. We begin in the Pine Barrens of New Jersey, a million acres of fog, forest, and folklore said to be home to the Jersey Devil—a winged creature born of a curse and whispered about for nearly three centuries. From colonial politics and the notorious Leeds family to mass hysteria and modern-day photographs, Courtney traces the Devil’s path through history in search of truth. Could the legend be more than a campfire tale? Or is this just another hoax hiding in the pines? Find out in the Season 3 premiere of Haunts Podcast.

There's something lurking in the waters, hanging in the trees... Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast   In the chilling season finale of Haunts, we return to the question that’s haunted us all season long: what happens when hauntings are brought together? From Annabelle’s destructive tour to Mr. Ted’s arrival at Bolsover Castle, we’ve seen how cursed objects ripple outward in terrifying ways. Now, we travel deep into the canals of Xochimilco, Mexico, to uncover the story of the infamous Island of the Dolls. Was Don Julián Santana Barrera himself from restless spirits, or was he haunted by his own obsession? Are the dolls simply grotesque relics, or vessels for something much older — perhaps even something Aztec and ancient lurking in the waters? Along the way, we’ll hear eerie visitor accounts, explore the folklore of mermaids in the canals, and confront the possibility that the dolls themselves have become part of a monstrous tapestry of layered hauntings. As we close out season two, one truth remains: when we bring spirits and stories together, we don’t just multiply them. We create something new. Something alive. Something monstrous.

What else have we unknowingly brought together? Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast When a teddy bear rumored to cause terminal illness is brought into one of England’s most haunted castles, the results are as chilling as they are controversial. In this episode of Haunts, we explore the layered hauntings of Bolsover Castle—from ghostly children and phantom footsteps to ancient markings meant to ward off witches. Then, we dive into the dark legend of Mr. Ted, a cursed bear so malevolent he was eventually buried in secret. Along the way, we unpack theories about energy convergence, spiritual territoriality, and the ethics of putting cursed artifacts on display. Because when hauntings collide, what exactly are we inviting in?

Most dolls are made to be played with. This one came with a warning: never open the box. Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast In this episode of Haunts, we dive into the chilling story of a Voodoo Doll—a crude figure made of twine, studded with nails, and locked inside a silver box. Sold on eBay in the early 2000s, the doll’s new owner ignored the seller’s warnings… and soon found herself haunted by something she couldn’t explain. From failed attempts to destroy it, to its mysterious returns and a priest's blessing to keep its spirit locked away, this doll’s legend has endured for nearly two decades. Was it truly cursed—or just another internet-era myth? You decide. Dare to open the box? Tune in now.

Because sometimes the most innocent gifts come with strings attached... Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas When Heather Platt received a handmade doll from her aunt for her sixth birthday, no one could have predicted the nightmare that would follow. As tall as a child and made to look just like her, the doll—named Suzy—quickly became Heather’s closest companion. But from the moment Suzy entered the house, something dark began to stir. Growling in the night. Furniture rearranged by unseen hands. A voice that wasn’t Heather’s speaking through her mouth. And at the center of it all, a doll with a fixed smile. In this episode of Haunts, we unravel the terrifying true story of the Suzy Doll — a case so disturbing it drew the attention of famed paranormal investigator Lorraine Warren and required a full-blown exorcism to bring it to an end. 

She’s small. Cracked. Silent.And yet… something about her makes people uneasy. Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas In this episode of Haunts, we unravel the chilling mystery of Mandy the Doll, a century-old porcelain figure housed in a quiet museum in British Columbia. Said to cry in the night, move on her own, and drain camera batteries without warning, Mandy has quietly become one of the most famous haunted dolls in North America. But is Mandy truly possessed… or are we just projecting our fears onto her glassy stare? Join us as we trace her eerie origin story, explore the hauntings reported at the Quesnel Museum, and dive into the theories—psychological, spiritual, and paranormal—that surround her. From whispers in the basement to whispers on the internet, Mandy’s story lingers long after you’ve stopped listening.

Would you buy a haunted doll? Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas They watch from the corner of the room. They blink when no one is looking. And some say they do a lot more than that. This week on the pod, we’re diving into the eerie world of haunted dolls for sale right now on the internet. From dolls said to bring comfort and protection, to those carrying the weight of something darker, we explore why people buy these vessels—and why they keep coming back for more. Are these dolls truly haunted, or are we the ones haunting ourselves with our expectations? We’ll explore the psychology of fear, the power of suggestion, and the line between belief and reality that makes haunted dolls so hard to ignore. In this episode, we feature three haunted dolls you can actually buy right now: 👼 Linda (Positive Spirit) – A comforting presence found in a church basement, said to bring peace and protection.🔗 View Linda’s Listing 🪑 Generic Haunted Doll (Neutral Spirit) – An affordable eBay find with mild paranormal claims, perfect for those curious about dipping their toes into haunted doll collecting.🔗 View Generic Haunted Doll Listing 👹 Amy (Demonic Attachment) – A doll listed on Etsy with an alleged demonic presence, said to cause vivid nightmares and disturbances if disrespected.🔗 View Amy’s Listing Buyer Beware Disclaimer:We are not encouraging or advising you to purchase any of these dolls. The links provided are for educational and reference purposes only as part of this episode’s exploration of haunted doll culture. If you choose to buy one of these dolls, you do so at your own risk, and we are not responsible for any outcomes, experiences, or disturbances that may occur.  

Don't bid on this doll unless you're prepared to deal with the consequences... Listener Advisory: These recordings are alleged to cause physical discomfort in some listeners. Proceed with caution, and consider using headphones for clearer audio—but maybe not alone in the dark. hhttps://www.youtube.com/@anthonyquinata1164 Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas We’ve met Robert — the sailor-suited doll who punishes those who photograph him without permission. We’ve stared into Peggy’s blank eyes and felt the nausea creep in just from looking at her photo. But this week, we’re not stepping into a haunted museum. We’re logging on. In this episode, we revisit one of the internet’s most infamous haunted objects: Harold the Doll — allegedly the first haunted doll ever sold on eBay. From the eerie origins of his online listing to the disturbing EVPs captured by paranormal investigator Anthony Quinata, Harold’s story has only grown darker with every retelling. But is he really haunted… or just hyped by internet folklore? We break down the claims, the holes in the case, and the lingering question: What happens when haunted objects aren’t locked away — but delivered to your doorstep?

Just be sure to think twice before visiting… or, in our case, revisiting Robert the Doll. Original Episode: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-gg9sb-1523915  Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas This week, we’re returning to one of the most infamous haunted artifacts in the world: Robert the Doll. In this chilling revisit, we explore the superstition surrounding Robert’s number-one rule — never photograph him without permission — and what happens when that rule is broken. From camera malfunctions to years of misfortune, we’ll dive into the stories of those who believe they’ve felt Robert’s wrath firsthand. And for the first time on the pod, we’ll be reading from the real letters of apology sent to Robert by those hoping to reverse their cursed luck. Whether it’s coincidence, confirmation bias, or something much darker… one thing’s for sure: you’ll want to think twice before snapping a photo.

Is Peggy truly haunted… or is something else at play? Check out Jayne's Books: Peggy the Doll & What Dwells Within Catch up on the season: https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-z89an-18c860e Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscas In the premiere of Haunts Season 1, we’re diving headfirst into the unsettling world of haunted dolls—starting with one of the most infamous artifacts in the paranormal world: Peggy the Doll. Said to cause nausea, nightmares, and even heart attacks just by being seen, Peggy is no ordinary antique. We’ll explore her strange origins, the wave of physical symptoms reported by those who’ve encountered her online, and the psychology behind how belief—and fear—can manifest real effects. Plus, I’ll share my personal visit to Peggy at Zak Bagans’ Haunted Museum, and what happened (or didn’t) when I finally looked her in the eyes.  

One thing’s for sure: we all can’t seem to stop talking about Annabelle on Tour. Nottoway Fire Video: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTjVSkjCM/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast After a brief hiatus, I’m back—and apparently, so is Annabelle. In this episode, we dive into the strange series of events that have unfolded while the infamous haunted doll makes her way across the U.S. on a publicity tour. From her eerie origin story and the Warren legacy to recent viral footage of shadowy figures in a burning Louisiana mansion and rumors of her mysterious disappearance, we break down what’s real, what’s hype, and what might just be coincidence. Is this all just a clever marketing stunt? A string of unrelated incidents? Or is something darker at play?  

It's every parent's worst nightmare... Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast When two young brothers vanish without a trace in the remote Allegheny Mountains, a routine morning on a Pennsylvania homestead spirals into every parent's worst nightmare. As the desperate search draws in nearly a thousand neighbors and gives rise to wild accusations—from gypsy kidnappings to murder—hope seems lost in the vast wilderness. That is, until a man from a nearby town begins having strange, vivid dreams of places he's never seen—dreams that just might lead to the truth. In this haunting episode of Haunts, Courtney unravels the chilling true story of George and Joseph Cox, blending Appalachian folklore, rugged frontier history, and one man’s eerie connection to the beyond. Were Jacob Dibert’s visions a divine miracle, or did something darker call him into the woods?

Guests of the Ballygally Castle have more than enough reason to hold the door... Book your stay: https://www.ballygallycastlehotel.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=19584435752&gbraid=0AAAAApNafhjM0DJ0_e8TmSBHw0P9VNYAA&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5ubABhDIARIsAHMigharVllUfoUWTwsayRK7PN8Lp4osQXPJfAbUzTrK7uojb3LXKA3JhZcaAppSEALw_wcB  Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast After a storm topples the legendary Dark Hedges of Northern Ireland—an iconic Game of Thrones filming location—something unexpected rises from the wreckage: a trail of intricately carved doors that link fantasy to folklore, and tourism to tragedy. Join Courtney as she follows the “Journey of Doors,” a fan pilgrimage through Ireland’s scenic countryside that culminates at Ballygally Castle, where one door may open to more than just Westerosi nostalgia. Within these haunted halls lies the chilling tale of Isabella Shaw, a 17th-century noblewoman whose death may just give the work of George R.R. Martin a run for its month. Was it an accident, or murder cloaked in legacy and silence? In this episode, fantasy and reality intertwine in a ghost story that might just make you believe some doors were never meant to be opened.

Whether it’s evolution or paranoia, we can never be too sure who might be watching.   Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast We’ve all felt it—that eerie sensation of being watched when no one’s there. But what if that feeling is more than just paranoia? In this chilling episode of Haunts, Courtney dives into the strange psychology behind why our minds play tricks on us in the dark... and how that very phenomenon may be tied to one of Puerto Rico’s oldest and most unsettling legends. Perched on the edge of San Juan’s historic Fort San Cristobal lies La Garita del Diablo—the Devil’s Sentry Box—a lonely guard post with a dark reputation. Over centuries, soldiers stationed there have vanished without a trace, fueling tales of curses, spectral guitars, and devilish pacts. Was it mere isolation and fear? Or did something truly sinister drag those watchmen into the sea? Join us as we unravel the eerie blend of folklore, psychology, and history behind one of the Caribbean’s most haunted locations.

If anyone is here with us, please make an obvious sign...  Disclaimer: Sound effects have been added for dramatic effect and are not the result of paranormal activity.  Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast In this haunting episode, we dive into the eerie true story of one of history’s most infamous ghost hoaxes—Scratching Fanny, the spirit said to haunt London’s Cock Lane. What began as a tale of unexplained knocks and ghostly thuds soon spiraled into a full-blown paranormal frenzy, involving seances, possession claims, and even royal scrutiny. At the center of it all? An 11-year-old girl, a vengeful landlord, and a woman who may—or may not—have returned from the dead. Was Fanny Lynes truly trying to speak from beyond the grave… or was it all part of a carefully crafted con fueled by greed and spite? Tune in as we unravel the dark motivations behind this 18th-century ghost story and explore how a string of knocks set the stage for one of the earliest paranormal scandals.

When speaking in terms of the paranormal, sometimes there really is no rest for the wicked... Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/Hauntscast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Let's keep in touch! Join our discord server - https://discord.gg/Y26pecdCkNCheck out our website - www.hauntscast.comFollow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hauntscast/Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hauntscast What happens when the spirits of Savannah’s most haunted brew pub makes their last call? In this chilling episode of Haunts, host Courtney explores the eerie after-hours of Moon River Brewing Company—a beloved Savannah staple turned paranormal hotspot, now permanently closed. From ghostly children roaming the top floors to violent encounters with the vengeful spirit of James Stark, Courtney unpacks the grim and layered history of the building that now stands abandoned at the heart of Bay Street. With stories of spectral mist, historic tragedy, and a murder that went unpunished, this episode serves as both a eulogy for a legendary location and a reminder: while the doors may be shut for good, the spirits within may never clock out.