In this episode we visit the Nahanni Valley, a beautiful but unforgiving northern wilderness long feared by prospectors and the local Dene people.Stories of headless bodies, abandoned camps, and survivors who felt watched earned the region the grim name "Valley of the Headless Men," while traditional warnings framed the land as guarded and dangerous.Today the area is protected as Nahanni National Park Reserve, but the disappearances remain unresolved and the valley's eerie legacy endures.

Late one night on Pemba Island a terrifying encounter sparks island-wide panic as residents report a winged, sulfur‑scented creature called the Popobawa attacking homes and leaving claw marks and torn roofs.Families sleep in the streets, witnesses describe paralysis and shared visions, and authorities struggle to explain whether the outbreak is mass hysteria, folklore come to life, or something far older.

In 1980 Anaheim, single mother Dorothy Jane Scott began receiving threatening, obsessive phone calls from a man who claimed to love her and said he would cut her up if he couldn’t have her. Despite changing routines and seeking help, Dorothy vanished after leaving work one night; her car was later found burned with no sign of her.For years the same voice tormented Dorothy’s parents with brief, taunting calls every Wednesday. Investigators searched and questioned suspects, but the caller remained elusive and the case went cold.In 1984 skeletal remains and personal items were found and identified as Dorothy’s, but the killer was never caught. The case left a lasting sense of terror and unanswered questions for her family and community.

In 1923, the small Brazilian settlement of Oro Verde is found abandoned with meals still warm and livestock missing. Investigators discover a chilling message on a school blackboard: "There is no salvation." Over decades, conflicting reports, ruined archives, and eerie local accounts fuel theories ranging from political violence and mass flight to supernatural forces. Despite occasional leads and whispered legends, the village’s fate remains one of the Amazon’s most haunting unsolved mysteries.

In this episode of Legends May Live, Drew explores the chilling legend of the Jersey Devil, tracing its origins to Mother Leeds and the wild Pine Barrens.From the panicked winter of 1909—mysterious hoofprints, terrifying screams, and hunting mobs—to decades of eerie sightings and skeptical explanations, the story examines how folklore and fear shaped a monstrous legend that still haunts New Jersey.

In this episode we follow the chilling story of John Tornow, a reclusive woodsman whose reputation grew from strange sightings to deadly violence after two teenagers were found shot in the forest.As posses, bounty hunters, and lawmen scoured the Wannucci Valley, rumors turned Tornow into a larger-than-life figure—until a final, violent confrontation ended his reign and left the town torn between relief and lingering questions.The episode examines how fear, myth, and tragedy blurred the lines between man and monster, and asks whether the legend matched the man they buried.

In 1928 rural Pennsylvania, three men convinced a reclusive powwow healer was cursing their lives. What began as a midnight plan to steal a spellbook ends in a brutal killing and an attempted arson — but the fire mysteriously won’t finish the job. The subsequent trial, headlines, and rumors turn the site into the infamous Hex Hollow, blurring the line between folklore and reality. This episode explores the folk-magic tradition of powwow, the desperation that drove ordinary men to violence, and the haunting legacy left behind when superstition and tragedy collide.

In 1984–85 Japan, a group calling itself the "Monster with 21 Faces" sent taunting letters and staged threats that led to nationwide candy recalls, arson, kidnappings, and confirmed cyanide-laced packages. Authorities mobilized hundreds of thousands of officers, yet suspects—like the grainy videotaped man and the fox‑eyed watcher—remained elusive.The campaign of fear culminated in tragedy and ended as suddenly as it began, leaving corporate collapse, a devastated investigation, and unanswered questions about how spectacle and menace can control a country.

January 1935, Kansas City: a badly wounded man is found in Hotel Presidential room 1046 and, when asked who attacked him, whispers, "nobody." He dies hours later, and the room holds more questions than answers.Detectives uncover missing belongings, strange typed letters, anonymous payments for a funeral, eyewitness sightings, and possible aliases — but no clear suspect. The victim is later identified by his mother, who receives puzzling letters and calls after his death.The case never yields a definitive solution: the timeline is confusing, witnesses disagree, and a final clue may still sit in an old box of clippings. Room 1046 remains a cold mystery of vanished people and lingering secrets.

When the sun sets and the roads empty, some places hold more than silence. In tonight’s episode of Legends May Live, we dive into four chilling encounters drawn from real witness accounts—stories that blur the line between folklore and nightmare. From Ohio’s strange Frogman by the river, to the three-legged horror scratching at doors in Illinois… from the pale-eyed demon haunting the stone walls of Massachusetts, to the reptilian Greenclaw Beast stalking South Carolina swamps—these are the creatures people swear they’ve seen when no one was supposed to be watching. Told with immersive detail and sound, this is not just one story—it’s four journeys into the shadows where myths breathe and the night feels alive. Keep your lights on. Keep your doors locked. Because out there in the dark… something might be watching you.

In the spring of 1919, New Orleans was already a city of shadows — its streets humming with jazz, its corners whispered about in hushed tones. But when a chilling letter appeared in the local paper, promising death to anyone not playing music on a certain night, the city’s heartbeat quickened. This is the story of the Axeman of New Orleans — a figure who slipped through locked doors, used his victims’ own axes against them, and vanished without taking a dime. Was he a ruthless killer targeting Italian grocers? A pawn of the Black Hand? Or something far stranger… a self-proclaimed demon with a taste for jazz? Join Drew on Legends May Live for a suspense-filled dive into one of the most bizarre and terrifying murder sprees in American history — where true crime meets urban legend, and the line between man and myth blurs in the warm night air of the Crescent City.

In this episode of Legends May Live, we delve into the chilling story of Joe Bryan, a Texas high school principal whose life was upended by the murder of his wife, Mickey Bryan. As we explore this gripping tale, we uncover the serene life Mickey led as a beloved fourth-grade teacher in Clifton, Texas, and the shocking events following her tragic death.Through Joe's trials and tribulations, we witness a flawed justice system, where assumptions and inadequate expertise shaped a narrative that saw him condemned to life in prison. This episode unearths the story of a community in mourning, questionable forensic practices, and the relentless search for truth and redemption amidst enduring doubt.Join us in scrutinizing this complex case and the legacy left behind by Mickey Bryan, whose memory remains a beacon of kindness and strength in her community and in the heart of a man whose world was shattered by her untimely demise.

In this gripping episode of Legends May Live, host Drew delves into the age-old mystery surrounding the disappearance of Edward V and his brother, Richard of York, famously known as the Princes in the Tower. Set against the backdrop of post-war England in 1483, the episode unveils a tale of political intrigue, ambition, and betrayal within the walls of the Tower of London. Listeners are taken back in time to explore the period's tumultuous transitions of power, following King Edward IV's sudden death and the ensuing events that led to the princes' mysterious vanishing. With historical accounts, theories, and literary interpretations, this episode examines the suspected roles of figures like Richard III and Henry Tudor in shaping this legacy of silence and speculation. Join us as we sift through history's whispers and attempts to uncover what truly happened to the young princes on that fateful summer, ultimately leading to their legendary status and enduring intrigue.

In this gripping episode of Legends May Live, join Drew as he narrates the spine-chilling journey of Lonnie and Sam, two men who embarked on a seemingly harmless road trip that spirals into a surreal encounter with the otherworldly. Set in the mysterious backdrop of the 1970s desert landscape, their adventure takes them deep into the heart of an unmarked road where time stands still, and reality warps in unexpected ways. With each passing minute, they uncover unsettling sights, encounter strange, humanoid figures, and experience inexplicable phenomena that defy logic.As Lonnie and Sam struggle to comprehend the eerie village and its shadowy inhabitants, they battle an overwhelming sense of unease and isolation. The enigmatic journey becomes a tale of survival, mental fortitude, and the search for answers. The narrative unravels through suspenseful, atmospheric storytelling, exploring themes of unknown histories, uncharted territories, and the ancient legends of the Gadianton robbers.Discover how the encounter leaves its mark on their lives, intertwining past and present in a perpetual quest for truth. A forgotten journal from the 1920s offers a tantalizing connection to their own chilling experience, pointing to an eerie legend that persists across generations.Join our protagonists as they confront fears, uncertainties, and the limits of belief, navigating roads less traveled where reality and myth collide. Tune in for a thrilling auditory adventure that challenges the boundaries of what we know.

In the summer of 1981, Skidmore, Missouri was a town shrouded in fear, ruled by the menacing presence of Ken Rex McElroy. Known for his reign of terror, McElroy intimidated, harassed, and harmed anyone who dared to defy him. But one act by the townsfolk changed everything. As desperation and fear intertwined, the townspeople of Skidmore took justice into their own hands, leading to a mysterious vigilante action that left McElroy dead. Despite the national spotlight that followed, the perpetrators remained unknown, as the community maintained an unyielding silence. This episode delves into the chilling events surrounding McElroy's death and the enduring mystery that followed, revealing a story of fear, survival, and an extraordinary choice for peace.

In this episode of Legends May Live, we delve into the chilling tale of the Circleville Letters that haunted the small town of Circleville, Ohio. It all began in 1976 when Mary Gillespie received an anonymous letter accusing her of infidelity, a claim that would soon engulf the entire community in fear and distrust.As letters filled with personal secrets and threats began to circulate among residents, lives were upturned, reputations ruined, and, in one tragic instance, a life was lost. The ensuing investigation didn't solve the mystery but rather deepened it, as theories and suspicions continued to swirl, even leading to a controversial conviction.Join us as we unravel the enigma of the Circleville Letters, uncovering new leads, shocking betrayals, and the question that still haunts the town to this day: who was behind it all?

In April 1913, a woman stood nervously on a train platform in Louisiana, eager to reunite with her missing son after eight long months. But the child that arrived sparked more questions than answers, setting off a century-long mystery.This episode of Legends May Live delves into the tangled story of Bobby Dunbar, a young boy who vanished without a trace, only for another child to reappear, leading to a heartbreaking custody battle between two mothers.Years later, a DNA test unraveled the truth that rocked two families. The case of Bobby Dunbar transcends time, exploring themes of identity, maternal love, and the fallibility of the justice system. Join us as we explore one of the most haunting cold cases in history.

In northern Tennessee, along the tranquil Red River, a peaceful countryside conceals a chilling secret—the saga of the Bell Witch. This episode of "Legends May Live" delves into the haunting that shattered the tranquility of the Bell family, transforming their lives into a stage for supernatural terror.Join us as we unravel the unsettling tale of the Bell Witch, an entity with a voice, a name, and a penchant for chaos. From whispered threats to violent attacks, the story unfolds against the backdrop of 19th-century Adams, Tennessee, captivating the nation and leaving a chilling legacy that lingers to this day.Listen in as we navigate the blurred line between folklore and reality, and explore the eeriness of a haunting that continues to defy explanation.

In the compelling episode of Legends May Live, journey back to 1897 in the Appalachian hills of Greenbrier County, West Virginia, where a chilling and extraordinary murder case unfolds. Young Zona Heaster's mysterious death becomes the center of attention when her grieving mother, Mary Jane Heaster, defies disbelief with claims of ghostly visitations. Discover how these spectral encounters reveal a twisted tale of love, secrets, and murder, leading to the arrest and conviction of Zona's husband, Erasmus 'Trout' Shue. This haunting narrative explores the intersection of folklore and fact, where one ghost's whispered truth challenges the boundaries of justice and echoes through the halls of history.

In January 1903, the small town of Enid, Oklahoma witnessed an astonishing revelation. A drifter known as David E. George lay dying in a hotel room, and with his last breaths, he declared himself as John Wilkes Booth, the infamous assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Could this man truly be the fugitive Booth, believed to have been killed nearly four decades earlier? In this episode of Legends May Live, we delve into the chilling confession and the evidence that both supports and contradicts George's claim. Discover how a supposed mummy, rumors, and historical inconsistencies have kept the debate alive for over a century, posing the question—did Booth manage to escape that fiery Virginia barn?