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Appalachian Spooky Hour

Are you a fan of the strange, the unusual, the paranormal, and the macabre? If so, we invite you to join us as we deep dive into the lore and mystery of Appalachia, and the often dark history of the region. Things are about to get spooky.

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00:21:40

Hocking Hills State Park

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/07/26

Tonight we find ourselves once again in Appalachian Ohio, visiting Hock Hills State Park. Just who IS the mysterious pale women of Ash Cave? Is there really the apparition of an old man who takes you right to his grave site? Let's talk about it!Also at the beginning of the episode I was WAY to close to the mic, so sorry about that! I corrected it after about 2.5 minutes. Apologies! Our website! Our YouTube! Our Patreon! --- Support this podcast:

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00:26:54

The National Forest Serial Killer

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/07/19

Tonight we delve into a true crime story, that took place across Appalachia. Who was Gary Hilton, and how did he become known as the National Forest Serial Killer? Settle in and listen as we discuss the atrocious crimes he committed, and how he got caught.There is a bit of graphic content in this one, and a lot of talk about violent crime. Listener discretion is advised. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:24:33

The Disappearance of Dennis Martin

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/07/12

Dennis Martin disappeared into the Great Smoky Mountains area of Appalachia when he was just six years old. It has been fifty-five years since he mysteriously vanished, and there is much speculation as to what may have happened to him. Tonight we discuss his life, his disappearance, and just actually may have taken place at Spence Field in that day in 1969. Subscribe on YouTube! Submit your stories to us! --- Support this podcast:

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00:59:20

Red Dog Road

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/06/14

In this mid-season finale episode, Sam and Shell discuss Red Dog Road in Harlan, KY. From mysterious lights, to a 55 year old murder case, find out what makes this one of the scariest roads in Appalachia. Is it truly haunted? Listen and find out!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:32:36

Randall Lee Smith

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/06/08

Tonight we discuss notorious Appalachian Trail murderer, Randall Lee Smith. Why did he kill hikers Robert Mountford and Sarah Ramsay? Why did he attempt to kill again, years later? Was his childhood to blame? Or was he simply born evil? Join us as we try and sort out just what made Randall Smith into the monster he became.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:23:44

Wheatlands Plantation

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/05/30

This week we venture to Sevier County, TN to the haunted Wheatlands Plantation. This antebellum home has seen more than it's share of murder, death, and violence, potentially fueled by a geode upon which the house was reportedly built. Are the spirits of former slaves still lingering on the property? Is a father-son feud that ended in murder still playing out within the house to this day? Find out as we explore who, or what, might be lingering at Wheatlands!--- Support this podcast:

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01:02:02

The Curse of Dudley Town

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/05/23

We're joined tonight by a previous guest, Shell, as we venture to a seldom talked about area of Appalachia. We explore Dudley Town, Connecticut, which is often called Connecticut's own Village of the Damned. A lot of strange things happened in Dudley Town and the surrounding area known as Cornwall. Do we think it's cursed? We also discuss curses in general, as well as a few personal spooky encounters that have given us the point of views we have on the supernatural today. We hope

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00:18:29

Jenny Jump State Forest

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/05/10

Tonight we talk about Jenny Jump State forest, along with several nearby areas, including Shades of Death Road and Ghost Lake. Do you know how Jenny Jump go its unusual name? Or that Ghost Lake might be built on sacred Native American land? Join us as we discuss these things and more, and explore this often neglected area of Appalachia! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:19:26

West Virginia Penitentiary

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/05/03

Join us as we venture into the hills of West Virginia, to visit the iconic West Virginia Penitentiary (also known as the Moundsville Prison). Is this gothic style civil war era building really haunted? Or did it manage to escape the ghosts of it's dark past? Let's find out!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:18:48

The Hampton House

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/04/26

Tonight we find ourselves in Maryland, at the historic Hampton House. Reportedly haunted by five separate entities, we dig into both the history and the ghosts of the property. Are the deaths of the Ridgley family matriarchs predicted by the crashing of a phantom chandelier? Who is Old Tom? How DO you pronounce Cygnet? Let's find out! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:23:14

The Harpe Brothers (America's First Serial Killers)

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/04/12

From the late 1700s to the very early 1800s, the Harpe Brothers left a murderous trail across several Appalachian (and non-Appalachian) states. They were ultimately found guilty of upwards of 40 murders, and became known as America's first documented serial killers.Join us as we explore their history, the crimes they committed, and their ultimate downfall. It's an episode you don't want to miss! --- Support this podcast:

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00:15:19

The Grafton Monster

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/04/05

In 1964, a local reporter spotted a strange creature while driving home one evening. This creature became known as the Beast of Grafton, aka the Grafton Monster. What began as a random sighting, quickly turned into everything from aliens to monster hunting parties, and now lives firmly in the lore of West Virginia and Appalachia. Join us as we learn more about the Grafton monster, and the legacy it's left on the city of Grafton! --- Support this podcast:

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00:21:31

The Disappearance of Jessie Hoover

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/03/28

In 1983, Jessie Hoover set off into the 100 Mile section of the Appalachian Trail (located in Maine) and simply...disappeared. Who was Jessie, and what might have happened to her? Join us as we talk about this lesser known story of a person just seeming to vanish from the trail and into the unknown.Don't forget to check out Paranormal Coffee Co, and support small businesses! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:18:44

The Bostian Bridge Ghost Train

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/03/22

On August 27th, 1891, an ill-fated passenger train plummeted into Third Creek while crossing Bostian Bridge (near Statesville, NC). Some say that it is still, to this day, attempting to make that crossing, time and time again. Can you really hear the train as it jumps the tracks into the creek below? Or the screams of passengers who never made it to their destinations? Join us as we take a look at the ghost train of Bostian Bridge, and just what happened that fateful night.--- Support this

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00:16:46

The Pink Lady of the Grove Park Inn

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/03/13

Welcome to the Grove Park Inn, where one famous guest checked in but never left. Does the Pink Lady really roam the halls of the inn, years after her death? Join us as we discuss whether or not we think she's still there, and just why hotels are prime spots for hauntings.If you'd like to know more about Zelda Fitzgerald, check out our episode Tragedy At Highland Hospital. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:23:25

Brushy Mountain Penitentiary

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/03/08

Tonight we make our way to Tennessee, to visit the haunts of the Brushy Mountain Penitentiary. Built in the late 1800s, and closing in 2009, this prison has seen it's fair share of violence. From race riots to murders, there is a LOT to uncover here, so join us, Spookies, as we take a look into what makes Brushy Mountain so terrifying.We want to hear YOUR stories! Head over to thespookyhour.com, hit that contact tab, and send us all your spooky tales! --- Support this podcast:

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00:21:04

Helen's Bridge

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/03/01

Journey with us to Asheville, North Carolina as we explore the mysteries of Helen's Bridge. Just who was Helen, and why does she still linger in this location long after her death? We cover a few possible theories, and discuss why places like this may end up haunted. We want to hear YOUR stories! Venture over to thespookyhour.com, hit the contact tab, and send us your own spooky tales from Appalachia! We'll feature your story on a future episode of the show! We read and discuss ALL

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00:20:17

The Road to Nowhere

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/02/23

In this episode we explore the Road to Nowhere, located in North Carolina in the Smoky Mountains National Park. Is it really haunted by the people who were displaced to make the park and subsequent lake? Let's find out!If you're interested to read more of the story from this episode, you can find that here: https://www.yourghoststories.com/real-ghost-story.php?story=6375 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:23:32

The Mystery of Wizard Clip

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/02/15

Hey there, Spookies! Join us tonight as we delve into the strange mystery of Wizard Clip, a haunting that took place in Middleway, WV (before there WAS a West Virginia). This is a wild one, trust me! You don't want to miss it. We also read one of YOUR listener submitted tales, straight from the hollers and hills of Kentucky coal country. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:20:15

The Ghosts of White Hall

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2024/02/07

This week we explore the history, and haunts, of White Hall. Located in Madison Count, Kentucky, this antebellum home is said to still house it's former owner, Cassius Clay, who passed away in 190. I also discuss my own personal creepy story from White Hall, which is part of why I love the place so much. It's good one, y'all! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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