Taphophobia is a severe form of claustrophobia that is triggered by the fear of being buried alive. It’s a psychological phenomenon that is as old as human history itself. A fear that has been encoded in us since ancient times, when the possibility of premature burial was very real. These are some legends of those from history who suffered this fat…

In honor of St. Patty's day, travel with me to the misty forests of the Emerald Isle and hear some tales of the resident fairy folk.

All around the world, there are a plethora of legends and folktales surrounding the monstrous undead. Every culture has some sort of tale about the dead coming back, often being the harbingers of death themselves. It's been the center of many of our superstitions and even some of our holidays. The fear of the undead and the horrors they bring about…

For this week's Monster Monday, we're delving into the story of one of my all-time favorite monsters/cryptids - Mothman. Throughout history, there have been many stories of monsters and spirits that appear to warn mankind of impending tragedies. These creatures and spirits are said to come about days before a tragedy, seemingly haunting the area an…

We've all had them, and probably all have our theories on why they occur. Nightmares have been with humans since the very beginning. Throughout history, their origins have been attributed to all manners of the paranormal - from the vengeful spirits of the dead to mischievous otherworldly beings. Let's take a little romp through time and learn a lit…

We're starting something new this week - Monster Mondays! Each Monday we'll delve into tales of cryptids, monsters, and other strange beasts. This Monday we're diving into the murky realm of swamp monsters. There are some places that are just naturally spooky, even in the daylight. Swamps and bogs are just such places, there’s an air of mystery abo…

We know it today as a popular sleep-over game, and as an overused horror trope. However, how did this talking board actually get its start? Was its original intention truly for spirit communication, or was it always intended as a game?

What do Charles Dickens, W.B. Yeats, and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle have in common? They were all members of one of the first established ghost-hunter groups, The Ghost Club! While the original intention of the club was to debunk fraudulent mediums, by the time Doye joined the group, it was more about proving than disproving. This is the story of the G…

Many out there have claimed to have captured photographs of spirits. Believe it or not, spirit photography has been around as long as photography itself. In fact, during the Victorian era, photographs of spirits were not only oddly common, but for some years it was quite the craze. While there were many photographers during this time producing such…

The devil is a creature, which throughout most of history, has been deeply rooted in the folklore and belief systems of much of the Western world. It is commonly seen as the adversarial type, one which is the antithesis of morality. It often represents the desire for power, wealth, and the pleasures of the material world, which many spiritual leade…

Electronic Voice Phenomena, known more commonly by the acronym – EVP, is a sound found on an electronic recording, that is believed to be the voice of a spirit. These voices can be intentionally captured - but most often are captured by complete accident. If you like watching ghost hunting shows, you're probably more than familiar with the phenomen…

For centuries the area of Loch Ness has been home to a wide array of supernatural phenomena. Throughout its deep history, the land itself has been home to ancient sacrificial rituals, necromancy, occult summoning rituals, UFO sightings, and most notably home to a strange creature. Loch Ness is most well known for its famous monster, the alleged lon…

.Throughout most of ancient history, magic was seen as an important part of daily life. For the Egyptians, was not only an integral part of their religious practices but also an important part of daily life. For the Greeks and Romans, magic was used for every purpose under the sun – from ensuring a good harvest to making sure one looked their best.…

Many castles of old still have a strong presence about them. When looked upon they seem to resonate with an energy all of their own, and stir within us a mixture of wonder, reverence, and melancholy. Though many like to romanticize what life was like behind those seemingly impenetrable stone walls, castle life was often a lonely and dangerous affai…

Many of our attitudes, superstitions, and uneasiness concerning mirrors date back to ancient times. The first mirrors were made of polished stone, copper, and silver. Because these materials were often difficult to smooth and polish, the reflections in these mirrors were often dark and distorted, giving an almost unsettling appearance. It probably …

There are some places that seem to have a mystery about them. The air feels heavier, the energy more electric, and the mindset it creates within us allows us to be more open and accepting of the stranger things in life. These places are where ghosts come out to play, mysterious creatures lurk about, and strange objects dart through the skies. One o…

We're all familiar in some shape or form with tales of the blood-sucking undead stalking about during the night, but what do you know about the history behind these tales? In this episode, we'll explore the history of vampires and some of the stories from history that inspired them.

The finality of death is perhaps the most disturbing aspect of the act. The idea that once it’s over – it’s indeed truly over. Nothingness is a frightening thought, a thought which can be so daunting and truly terrifying that we will look for any glimmer of hope that it’s something we don’t need to even consider. False hope can come in many forms –…

How can a simple deck of cards supposedly give someone insight into a person’s life? How do these cards have such a reputation for accuracy, and where exactly did these cards and their strange pictures come from? How did Tarot cards become such a staple for psychics and followers of the occult? In this episode, we explore the history of the Tarot.…

How far back do the legends of werewolves go? Where did they originate from, and are they the same as our modern-day depictions? In this episode, we explore the history of werewolves. It seems, that the tales we know of today come to us from an event that dates back to the 16th century. In 16th century France, communities were being plagued by a se…

In the Western world, Friday the 13th is supposedly one of the unluckiest days you can happen upon. Love of superstitions aside, have you ever wondered why and how the day became considered so unlucky? Why does 13 get such a bad rep? In this short episode, explore the history of the unlucky 13. As a side note, please excuse the lackluster sound qua…

So much of what we celebrate today – whether Halloween, Solstice-based wintertime celebrations, birthdays, or weddings, many of the traditions associated with these served the purpose of protection and banishing evil spirits from this realm. However, what if the unwanted spirit which you sought to protect yourself from and drive away was yourself? …

Who speaks for the dead? Who helps solve murders long since forgotten, or avenges a death that has gone undiscovered? Sometimes when life is so suddenly taken, it prevents a spirit from moving on – until they can find ghostly justice.

While the curse of the Pharaoh’s tomb may be the curse we associate with Tutankhamun, there are others out there as well. One such curse involves the Pharaoh’s royal trumpet, known by many as the Instrument of War.