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The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime

Michael Crutchfield

For almost a decade, The Scarecast—hosted by Michael Crutchfield—has captivated audiences with spine-tingling stories that explore the shadowy depths of real-life horror. Originally launched on YouTube as MaddMike, The Scarecast masterfully narrates true accounts of chilling encounters, from paranormal experiences to unsettling run-ins with strangers. With over a hundred episodes, The Scarecast stands out for its dedication to authentic, listener-submitted tales that leave audiences both unsettled

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12:31

Bedtime Story #24: Don't You Miss The Grimace Shake?

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/08/08

Step into a world where McDonald's nostalgia takes a dark and twisted turn. In this chilling bedtime story, we explore the story of a peculiar customer's obsession with the 'Grimace Birthday Meal.' Discover the unsettling origins of the character Grimace, once known as 'Evil Grimace,' and the disturbing events that follow. From eerie dreams to a horrifying confrontation, this podcast episode will keep you on the edge of your seat. Get ready to question the thin line between

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75:13

S8E6: Spooky Stories of The Shadow People (Feat....

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/08/03

I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with a couple who are not only long-time fans of this podcast but have a tale so enthralling that it will send shivers down your spine. Hailing all the way from the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada, meet Eduardo and Crystal —two individuals whose journey into the unknown will leave you breathless. So, make sure you're all ears for this captivating and spine-tingling episode, featuring Eduardo and Crystal's extraordinary encounter with shadow

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10:23

Bedtime Story #23: My Wife Started To Film Herself...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/07/19

In this podcast episode, in a desperate bid for money, a couple turns to a dark online venture. But what begins as harmless filming soon spirals into a nightmarish obsession. As the wife's appearance transforms into something monstrous, her insatiable hunger consumes everything in its path. Tune in to this bone-chilling podcast episode as we uncover the horrifying consequences of unchecked desires and the devastating toll it takes on an unsuspecting family. Will anyone escape the clutches of

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80:50

S8E5: William S. Hart Mansion and the Heritage...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/07/13

Santa Clarita, a city I lived in for three years, back in 2011 through 2014, is a city with many great tales. On S8E2, I had the pleasure of interviewing Evan Decker, President of Mentryville California, Inc, a non-profit that is fundraising to restore the Mentryville buildings to the time period of their heyday and open them to the public for tours. Along with this responsibility, Evan also works in other locations around Santa Clarita, and has had experiences at different places such as Hertigae

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7:07

Bedtime Story #22: Rollercoaster Tycoon 2... 15 Years...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/06/18

Max discovers his old favorite computer game, RollerCoaster Tycoon 2, and loading it up... he unknowingly unlocks a world where the virtual characters, known as peeps, are sentient and trapped. Filled with compassion, Max sets out on a mission to help them escape their digital existence.Don't miss this gripping podcast that celebrates the triumph of the human spirit and the magic that lies within pixels. Join us on an unforgettable journey with Max and the Peeps.Connect With MeMake sure to

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28:28

Bedtime Story #21: I Taught Elementary School in the...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/06/15

In this podcast episode, a retired teacher recounts a haunting and tragic event from his past. As his favorite grandchild comes to interview him for a family history project, he musters the courage to share the story of "The Incident." Set in 1965 in the poverty-stricken border town of Santa Cruz, Texas, the teacher describes the dilapidated school and the dedication of his students, except for one mysterious child named Leoberto. Leo, as he called him, had special needs and displayed

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S8E4: Scary Stories With My Cousin Prachelle

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/31

For this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing my cousin, Prachelle, who I grew up very close to, only about two weeks apart from each other. And having posted all of these stories about Santa Clarita, such as Sand Canyon Road or Six Flags, my cousin Prachelle told me she had a really weird experience one time driving down a long, desolate road in San Francisquito Canyon towards Palmdale. Prachelle was about 17 years old when she and her friends decided to make the trip.It was a two-lane road,

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7:34

Bedtime Story #20: "No Fishing" (Scarecast Originals)

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/29

"No Fishing" written by Ash PhoenixAsh's Reddit Page: https://www.reddit.com/user/phoenix_flies***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertisingSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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28:37

S8E3: Steffany Strange's Experience at Mentryville

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/25

I had the pleasure of interviewing Steffany Strange, who is a psychic medium and paranormal investigator who has amassed over 700,000 followers on TikTok, is a host of Something Scary, and has been involved with the likes of Buzzfeed Unsolved, the Travel Channel, and Mystery Decoded. Steffany also hosts a psychic development circle with her husband, Karl, in the Antelope Valley. In this episode, we continue the conversation on Mentryville, centered around Steffany's experience during a spooky

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20:13

S8E2 - Mentryville (Feat. Evan Decker)

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/18

Mentryville is a ghost town in Santa Clarita, California, known for its historical significance and alleged paranormal activity. The town was established in 1876 as the state's first commercially viable oil well and remained prosperous until the 1920s when production began to slow down. By the early 1930s, its residents had started leaving the area. The town is rumored to be "haunted" by the spirits of its past residents, with the most prominent being Charles Alexander Mentry, the man

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12:29

Bedtime Story #19: "My Downstairs Neighbour Texted Me...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/12

"My downstairs neighbour texted me that I was being too loud. I wasn’t home." written by u/crash----https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/12c0ge6/my_downstairs_neighbour_texted_me_that_i_was/***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertisingSupport this podcast at —

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10:27

Bedtime Story #18: "My Downstairs Neighbour Texted Me...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/09

"My downstairs neighbour texted me that I was being too loud. I wasn’t home." written by u/crash----https://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/12c0ge6/my_downstairs_neighbour_texted_me_that_i_was/***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this podcast at —

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11:32

Bedtime Story #17: "If You Adopted This Cat......

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/07

Have you seen this cat?: https://imgur.com/a1sPynr"ATTENTION! Will the person who adopted this cat please contact me IMMEDIATELY" written by u/lets-split-uphttps://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/12wzioi/attention_will_the_person_who_adopted_this_cat/***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this

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9:33

Bedtime Story #16: "I filled in a survey at an ATM..."

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/03

"I filled in a survey at an ATM. It was the most bizarre experience in my life." written by u/Luminoustygianhttps://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/12mz760/i_filled_in_a_survey_at_an_atm_it_was_the_most/***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this podcast at —

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22:44

Bedtime Story #15: "I Think Someone Else Is Living My...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/05/02

"I Think Someone Else Is Living My Life" written by ginasffshttps://www.reddit.com/r/nosleep/comments/w5swdr/i_think_someone_else_is_living_my_life/***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries:

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28:26

S8E1 - 4 Scary Stories: Almost Kidnapped, Paranormal...

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/04/05

Hey Scarecasters, today will be an episode I think you all will truly enjoy. I will be telling 4 different scary stories, which revolve around someone almost kidnapped and using her trained knowledge and instincts to combat it, a story of a girl that experiences paranormal activity through a live stream, a hood story featuring my uncle D who tells a tale of a spirit belonging to a man who died on the side of his house, and finally a strange encounter at Inglewood Park Cemetery.Story #1:

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26:13

S7E8 - 4 Scary Stories: The Delivery

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/03/27

Story #1: "The Delivery" Story #2: "I just want to survive" Story #3: "The Shortcut"Story #4: "Curse the Darkness" All stories written by Ryan Major (follow him on Twitter @rcmajorwriting)***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this podcast at —

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26:53

S7E7 - 3 Scary Stories: The Man of the Woods

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/03/05

Story #1: "The Man of the Woods" written by Ryan MajorStory #2: "The Mirror" written by Ryan Major (follow him on Twitter @rcmajorwriting)Story #3: "The Graveyard" written by Darkly Gathers***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this podcast at —

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5:45

Bedtime Story #14: "Creepy Crawly"

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/02/21

"Creepy Crawly" written by Ryan Major (follow him on Twitter @rcmajorwriting)***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns, or advertising inquiries.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-scarecast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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6:15

Bedtime Story #13: "Jim The Cart"

The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime ·

2023/02/12

"Jim The Cart" written by Ryan Major (follow him on Twitter @rcmajorwriting)***Note: Hey everyone, if you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review my podcast... I noticed some less than favorable reviews lately... which I will take accountability for... would love some love on there, thanks!***Follow @thescarecast on TikTok and InstagramGo Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@scarecastContact me through email: mike@thescarecast.com for any story requests, concerns,

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