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A Scary State

Have you ever wondered what makes your state famous? What about what makes your state infamous? Join Lauren and Kenzie as they take a look into the dark background and creepy origin stories that take place in each state. We will venture into tales of cryptids, ghosts, haunted locations, urban legends, serial killers and much more. We dig deep into what makes your state scary.

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Ep.182 Mystical Myths and Murders in Michigan

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2024/12/11

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we head to the midwest state of Michigan! Lauren shares the haunted tales of Hell’s Bridge in Algoma Township in western Michigan. The urban legend says that if you travel to the bridge after midnight, you can hear the laugh of possibly the Devil himself. Then, Kenzie talks about the gruesome murders of Benny Evangelista and his family in 1929. Centuries later, the case remains unsolved, and it still haunts the streets of ...

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Ep.181 The Ghosts and Guilty of Delaware

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2024/12/04

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!Step into the shadows of Delaware’s haunted past in this chilling episode. First, Kenzie explores the Woodburn Mansion, a historic estate that serves as the governor's residence—and a hotspot for paranormal activity. From ghostly figures to unexplained phenomena, she’ll uncover the eerie legends tied to this stately home. Then, Lauren delves into the disturbing case of Steven Brian Pennell, Delaware’s only known serial killer. Known ...

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Ep.180 JonBenét on Kenzie’s BirthdAY

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2024/11/27

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!We have a super special episode this week dedicated to Kenzie’s birthday! As a gift, Lauren discusses the details of the infamous JonBenét Ramsey case. A 6 year old little girl went missing in 1996 only to be found in the basement of her family’s home. The case remains unsolved to this day. Lauren dives deep into the background, investigation, and all the theories on the possible perpetrators. Will justice ever be served for little J...

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Ep.179 Terrifying Thanksgiving Tales

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2024/11/20

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!Important disclaimer: There are some high-pitched squealing and screaming moments in this episode, and it’s all Lauren’s fault. Not only does she share a spine-chilling Thanksgiving cryptid tale, but she also enlists ChatGPT to craft not one, but two terrifying stories—and they’re truly unsettling. Once Kenzie regains her composure, she dives into the heartbreaking case of Karen Mitchell, one of the Humboldt 5. Despite numerous theor...

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Ep.178 Phantoms and Puzzles: Oregon’s Haunted Past...

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2024/11/13

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we’re off to Oregon, where strange events and eerie tales await! Kenzie delves into the history and hauntings of Astoria’s Flavel House Museum. This elegant Queen Anne-style mansion has graced the community for over a century—and is rumored to be haunted by members of the Flavel family. Next, Lauren investigates the mysterious cattle mutilations plaguing Oregon’s ranches. Experts agree these incidents aren’t the work of an...

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Ep.177 Whispers from the Past: North Dakota's Darkest...

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2024/11/06

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!In this episode, we journey to North Dakota to uncover two stories steeped in mystery and tragedy. First, Lauren explores the eerie ruins of the San Haven State Hospital, once a sprawling institution that housed tuberculosis patients and later, those with mental illnesses. With its abandoned halls shrouded in ghostly tales and local legends, this facility has become a hotspot for thrill-seekers and paranormal enthusiasts. Then, Kenzi...

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Ep. 176 A Scary State’s Spookiest Episodes

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2024/10/30

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we decided to share some of A Scary State’s spookiest episodes to help you get into the spooky spirit! Kenzie shares information about old and new episodes that will hopefully inspire you to watch notorious scary movies! She talks about episodes that are just plain creepy and recaps all of our October Spooky Specials over the last three years! Apologies in advance because the audio quality somewhat fluctuates in this episo...

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Ep.175 Scary Dudes Doing Scary Things

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2024/10/23

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we have a spooky special dedicated to stories that are of particular interest to Lauren! Kenzie’s goal is to tell Lauren something she *doesn’t* know about these specific stories. First, she will cover the history and crimes of Edmund “Ed” Kemper, also known as the Co-ed Killer. Kemper terrorized the Santa Cruz area in the early 1970s but wasn’t the only monster roaming the streets. Then, she will talk about the horrific c...

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Ep. 174 Fears and Phobias

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2024/10/16

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!This week, we get real spooky and discuss our greatest fears! First, Kenzie shares her childhood traumas of being up high and how she discovered her fear of heights. She also shares terrifying stories of people falling to their deaths from exponential heights! Then, Lauren tells us all about elevator horror stories and people who have been buried alive, both accidentally and on purpose. Needless to say, if you are easily triggered ta...

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Ep.173 The Scary Side to Water

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2024/10/09

Love the show? Have any thoughts? Click here to let us know!Happy Spooky Season! We are kicking it off with a spooky special about the dangers of the water! This could be ocean water, lake water, or even bottled water! Lauren starts us off with the heartbreaking tales of Jacob’s Well. This underwater cave is an excellent spot to practice your diving skills, but divers must beware of the dangers of chamber four. Next, Kenzie shares stories about Everglade National Park that are both fact and f...

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Ep.172 The Profiles of Prolific Serial Killers

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2024/09/25

Send us a textThis week’s episode is a bit different from our usual format. While Lauren is out of town, Kenzie invites her good friend Allie to join her on the show! Instead of focusing on a specific state, Kenzie explores a particular topic: the profiles of serial killers. You’ll learn about current research on the characteristics and motivations of serial killers. In true teacher fashion, Allie’s true crime knowledge is put to the test with a pop quiz on the myths surrounding serial killer...

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Ep.171 Massachusetts’ Haunted Past

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2024/09/18

Send us a textIn this episode, we delve into two of Massachusetts' most unnerving legends. First, Kenzie sets sail to uncover the mystery of the cursed carving on the ship Maritana. This intricately carved figurehead of a woman is said to have brought misfortune and tragedy to all who had the carving placed at the bow of their ship. When she was finally retired from the sea, she continued to bring misfortune to the buildings and structures where she was stored. Then, Lauren discusses the eeri...

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Ep.170 The Ghosts and Killers of Ohio

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2024/09/11

Send us a textGet ready for an episode that blends the supernatural with true crime as we uncover two of Ohio’s most terrifying tales. First, Lauren dives deep into the spooky history of Waynesville, Ohio, a small town with a big reputation for ghostly encounters. Often called the most haunted town in Ohio, Waynesville is teeming with legends of restless spirits and haunted locations, from historic inns to local cemeteries. Ohio's dark past is further revealed as Kenzie shares the sinister st...

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Ep.169 Colorado’s Haunting Secrets

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2024/09/04

Send us a textIn this chilling episode, we explore two of Colorado's spookiest tales. First, Kenzie delves into the eerie history of Denver's Cheesman Park, a serene spot that hides a dark past. Once a cemetery, the park is said to be haunted by restless spirits whose graves were disturbed during its transformation. Then, Lauren turns our attention to the macabre story of Alferd Packer, whose gruesome tale of survival in the Rocky Mountains continues to send shivers down the spine. Join us as...

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Ep.168 Minnesota’s Gripping Mysteries

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2024/08/28

Send us a textIn this gripping episode, we delve into two chilling and mysterious cases from Minnesota. First, Lauren explores the terrifying saga of the "Weepy-Voiced Killer," a man who taunted authorities with haunting phone calls after committing brutal murders and attacks in the 1980s. Then, Kenzie shares the baffling case of Deputy Val Johnson, a Minnesota policeman who experienced an unexplained and eerie encounter while on patrol in 1979. After his squad car was hit by a bright light, ...

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Ep.167 The Infamous Women of South Carolina

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2024/08/21

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we delve into the dark and chilling histories of two of South Carolina's most notorious women: Lavinia Fisher and Kimberly Renee Poole. Kenzie starts us off with the story of Lavinia Fisher, often claimed to be America's first female serial killer, who terrorized Charleston in the early 19th century. Her gruesome legend has sparked tales of murder, mystery, and ghostly hauntings. Fast forward to the late 20th century, and Lauren tells us about Kimberly ...

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Ep.166 The Unexpected and Unsettling in Idaho

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2024/08/14

Send us a Text Message.This week, we head out west to Idaho! Lauren delves into the bizarre case of the Buffalo Cave John Doe. On August 26, 1979, a torso was discovered in a cave in Dubois, Idaho, and limbs were found on March 26, 1991. It wasn't until 2019 that the remains were finally identified as the fugitive Joseph Henry Loveless. Kenzie then shares the unsettling story of the murder of Cassie Jo Stoddart, a tragic case made even more disturbing by the fact that the perpetrators were tw...

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Ep.165 Maryland’s History, Mystery, and Chilling Tales

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2024/08/07

Send us a Text Message.This week, we're talking about our neighbors to the north, Maryland! Kenzie takes us on an eerie tour of Point Lookout State Park, a site that played an important role in major historical events and is now known for its ghostly apparitions and disembodied voices. Then, Lauren shares the compelling, yet somewhat contradictory, legend of the Snallygaster. Descriptions of this creature vary, often depicting it as a dragon-like or bird-reptile hybrid. The Snallygaster featu...

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Ep.164 Connecticut's Leathery Legends and Haunted...

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2024/07/31

Send us a Text Message.This week, we're in New England, exploring the fascinating state of Connecticut! Lauren delves into the dark history of Fairfield Hills State Hospital, revealing the grim conditions its patients endured. It's no surprise that their spirits are said to still roam the grounds today. Afterwards, Kenzie shares the mysterious tale of The Leatherman, a real person who wandered the state dressed head-to-toe in leather. Though his existence is confirmed, his unknown identity ha...

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Ep.163 A Cave to the Underworld and a Haunted Opera...

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2024/07/24

Send us a Text Message.This week, we're in Arkansas! First, Kenzie gives us a two-for-one special with a murder and a haunted opera house. The King's Opera House in Van Buren has been a town staple since 1891, not just for artistic performances. The ghost of Charles Tolson is said to have haunted the theater since his murder in 1903, and only recently has the true story of his murder come to light. Next, Lauren shares stories from the ominous Blowing Cave in Cushman, Arkansas. This cave might...

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