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Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories

True Ghost Stories

True ghost stories and real paranormal encounters from the Castle of Spirits—the internet’s original scary story archive (est. 1997). Hosted by married couple Vince and Jane Font, AKA “The Ghostkeepers,” this weekly paranormal podcast features listener-submitted hauntings, cryptid sightings, freaky folklore, time slips, unexplained phenomena, and sundry supernatural stuff. If Radio Rental and Spooked! had a weird ghost baby, Castle of Spirits would be it.

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62:13

We're Samhain to Halloween - Castle of Spirits True...

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2025/10/13

You won’t believe what people used to do on Halloween. In this episode, the Ghostkeepers trace the haunted history of everyone's favorite spooky holiday—from ancient Samhain rituals to the tale of Stingy Jack and his cursed lantern. Plus, a handful of creepy true horror stories from the Castle library and a chilling detour into the woods in search of Virginia’s infamous Bunny Man.Links:A Brief History of Halloween (article)Cinderman (submitted by Daniel Innis)Stingy Jack (Wiki page)Lighthouse

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True Horror Story: "Out Past the Shadow's Edge" (Bonus)

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2025/10/08

A late-night visit to a childhood playground turns terrifying when a young couple is stalked by an inhuman creature. "Out Past the Shadow's Edge" was submitted by David Tester in Utah, USA, and appeared on Episode 6 of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, "Here There by Cryptids."Music: “Dark Depression” Ashot-Danielyan-Composer (pixabay.com/users/27049680)Discover 4,600+ true ghost stories in the Castle of Spirits

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Dream Warriors - Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories

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2025/10/06

Last night, we rewatched A Nightmare on Elm Street—and let’s just say Freddy still does his job. Sleep is supposed to be safe, but tell that to the dream warriors who’ve met the Old Hag in Newfoundland, the kanashibari in Japan, or the Hat Man standing in the corner at 3 a.m. In this episode of Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, the Ghostkeepers pull back the covers on centuries of sleep paralysis legends, shadow beings, and nocturnal visitors who blur the line between nightmare and

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True Ghost Story: "Night Shift Ghost" (Bonus)

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2025/10/01

On a Halloween night in the ’90s, an EMT’s routine call takes a chilling turn. "Night Shift Ghost" was submitted by Tom S. in October of 2023 and first appeared on Episode 36 of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, "Halloween BOO-nanza."Music: “Dark Depression” Ashot-Danielyan-Composer (pixabay.com/users/27049680)Discover 4,600+ true ghost stories in the Castle of Spirits Librarywww.castleofspirits.com/ghost-storiesSubmit your own true paranormal

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63:38

Ghoul in a Gown - Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories

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2025/09/29

She’s been seen on lonely roads, in family photos, and even gliding across treetops—always dressed to kill, always in white. In this episode of Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, the Ghostkeepers pull back the veil on the infamous “lady in white,” a ghostly figure who’s drifted through centuries of global folklore. From medieval death omens to tales of betrayal, heartbreak, and roadside hauntings, this ghoul in a gown has been breaking hearts (and scaring the living hell out of people)

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True Ghost Story: "The Witch on the Pass" (Bonus)

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2025/09/24

On a winding mountain pass in rural Colorado, a mother and her five-year-old son encounter a threatening supernatural presence. "The Witch on the Pass" was submitted anonymously in July of 2024 and first broadcast on Episode 57 of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, "Witches Brew."Discover 4,600+ true ghost stories in the Castle of Spirits Librarywww.castleofspirits.com/ghost-storiesSubmit your own true paranormal storywww.castleofspirits.com/submit OR call

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Dead Can't Dance - Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories

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2025/09/22

The dance floor’s heating up, but some of the guests are a little cold. In this episode of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, we share real listener-submitted ghost stories about parties crashed by the recently deceased. Plus, the Ghostkeepers play an entertaining game of Would-You-Rather (The Paranormal Party Edition) that poses the question: Would you rather spend eternity on a cloud rubbing wingtips with angels... or surrounded by the grisly visages of the unquiet dead in a

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True Ghost Story: "Pizza Delivery Ghost Horror Story"...

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2025/09/17

A late-night pizza delivery ends in a terrifying face-to-face encounter with what might be the ghost of a long-dead serial killer. "Pizza Delivery Ghost Horror Story" was submitted by Norm in California and originally broadcast on episode 50 of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories Podcast, "Paranormal Pizza," July 7, 2024.Music: “Dark Depression” Ashot-Danielyan-Composer (pixabay.com/users/27049680)Discover 4,600+ true ghost stories in the Castle of Spirits

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51:23

Hell Toupee - Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories

Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories ·

2025/09/15

In this episode of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, the Ghostkeepers share four listener-submitted paranormal accounts guaranteed to challenge even the most hardened of skeptics—in Kathmandu, a supernatural being called a “khyak” is seen roaming the grounds of a home; a new apartment renter is plagued by disembodied voices and inexplicable phenomena; “fantasmas” on horseback appear and vanish along a rural Mexican road; and chilling phone calls evolve into unexplained whispers

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True Ghost Story: "Old Vampire" (Bonus)

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2025/09/10

Outside a small village in rural Greece, a young traveler encounters an old vampire. "Old Vampire" was submitted by Panagiota Kalfuzu of Imathia, Greece. Originally broadcast on Episode 32 of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories Podcast, "Terror on the Road," September 30th, 2023.Music: “Aftermath” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Discover 4,600+ true ghost stories in the Castle of Spirits Librarywww.castleofspirits.com/ghost-storiesSubmit your own true paranormal

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62:15

The Phantom Invasion Theory - Castle of Spirits True...

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2025/09/08

Between 2022 and 2025, over 8,000 mysterious metallic orbs were reported hovering above U.S. military bases—silent, vanishing, and still unexplained. In this episode of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, we explore the Phantom Invasion Theory: what if these orbs aren’t aliens at all, but manifestations of spectral energy—ghosts drawn to places of trauma, secrecy, and history? Links:Pentagon officials baffled as 8,000 mysterious orbs spotted hovering above US military bases (article)

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56:03

That's Not Grandma - Castle of Spirits True Ghost...

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2025/08/25

Grandma’s house is supposed to be safe. But what if it isn’t? For most of us, thoughts of our grandparents’ homes conjure feelings of comfort—warm cookies, crocheted blankets, and the smell of something simmering on the stove. But not every childhood memory is so cozy. In this unsettling episode of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost stories podcast, we explore four true stories of familial horror, where ordinary homes and people became vessels for disturbing paranormal activity. These aren’t

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63:15

Poltergeist Palooza - Castle of Spirits True Ghost...

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2025/08/18

Poltergeists don’t just haunt—they hit back. In this episode of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, we explore chilling real-life accounts of homes that fight back, where the activity isn’t quiet or passive but violent, unsettling, and deeply personal. From flying objects to voices in the attic, these stories blur the line between psychology and the paranormal. Could poltergeists be restless spirits—or manifestations of the human mind itself?Links:Our Poltergeist (submitted by Crystal

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62:17

The Highway Monsters - Castle of Spirits True Ghost...

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2025/08/11

Real ghost stories, listener-submitted paranormal encounters, and a Top 10 countdown of demonic weirdness. Haunted highways, creepy figures, and questionable life choices—because nothing says “fun” like mild terror and supernatural chaos. If Radio Rental and Spooked! had a weird ghost baby, they'd call it Castle of Spirits. Stories:Uninvited Entity (submitted by Cat in Pennsylvania)Red Riding Hood (submitted by S.J. Morrissey, Newfoundland, Canada)Highway (submitted by Logan Braasch, WI,

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Tails From Beyond - Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories

Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories ·

2025/08/04

Not all spirits go bump in the night—some purr, bark, and linger by your side. In this week’s episode, we’re exploring the lingering presence of our most loyal companions. From ghost dogs who refuse to leave their owner’s side to phantom felines still curling up in their favorite spots, we’re sharing true accounts of pet spirits and animal hauntings submitted by podcast listeners and Castle of Spirits website visitors. Plus, don’t miss our deep dive into history’s most famous ghost animals:

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67:37

There's a Man on the Roof - Castle of Spirits True...

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2025/07/28

It's one thing to find a ghost in your closet. It's another thing entirely to find him watching from the roof of the house next door. In this especially creeptastic episode of the Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories podcast, the Ghostkeepers (Vince and Jane) peer skyward in an attempt to unravel the strange case of a mysterious spirit who took admiration from afar to a whole new level.But that’s just the start. Next, the Ghostkeepers recount the terrifying experiences of a child who

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53:06

6 Ghosts, 2 Hosts & A Haunted Playground - Castle of...

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2025/07/21

Real ghost stories and true paranormal encounters abound when children in a housing project report ghostly beings living in their closets; a young couple experiences strange sounds and violently rattling doorknobs; a Ouija board session produces bloodcurdling screams from within the walls; and a woman with psychic abilities uncovers an age-old family secret. BONUS: A show listener submits video of ghostly activity on a playground in Japan. Come closer. Get creeped.Video:Japan Playground (submitted

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39:05

Nighttime Nefarities - Castle of Spirits True Ghost...

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2025/07/10

There’s something about nighttime. When the noise dies down and the walls stop creaking, the veil between worlds thins—and things come creeping through. In this episode, a game of words leads to unexpected encounters: a clawed demon torments a sleeping teen; the ghost of an elderly widow is seen wandering her old backyard at night; a haunted motel room becomes a chamber of chaos; and in a single night on Cherry Street in Mesa, Arizona, neighbors in separate houses are awakened by the touch of

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77:06

Saturday Fright Live! - Castle of Spirits True Ghost...

Castle of Spirits True Ghost Stories ·

2025/07/06

Live from the Castle, it's Saturday Fright!The veil was a little thinner Saturday night… so naturally, we fired up the candle, hit “go live,” and hoped we wouldn’t accidentally summon something that needed a ride home.This is the audio replay of our Saturday Fright Live YouTube broadcast — an off-the-cuff hangout full of spooky talk, weird vibes, questionable ghost etiquette, and at least one host who probably should’ve gone to bed earlier.We’re dropping it here as a bonus for anyone who missed

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54:47

We Held a Seance... and Something Showed Up - Castle...

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2025/06/26

We performed a séance live on the show... and something responded. Was it a spirit? A trick of the mind? Or something we never should have summoned? You be the judge. Dim the lights, say a blessing of protection, and press play—if you dare.Links:Spooky Seance (submitted by Anonymous in USA)Ectoplasm (Wikipedia article)Music:"SCP-x2x" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)"Echoes of Time" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)“Dark Depression” Ashot-Danielyan-Composer

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