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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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00:22:08

Fact Or Fiction: The Blair Witch

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/04/26

Join us as we venture to Burkittsville, Maryland to discuss the Blair Witch Project. Was it all fictional? Or was some of it based in factual events? Let's find out! We'll also explore some other local legends and lore from the area that the movie didn't touch on, and we discuss upcoming projects from the Spooky Hour ladies! Grab a drink and a snack, and let's deep dive into the history of the Blair Witch! --- Support this podcast:

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00:19:40

The Folk Magic & Granny Witches of Appalachia

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/03/31

This week we deep dive into the world of Appalachian folk magic and granny witches! I give a few personal accounts of what it was like growing up with magical mountain folk, and break down how important these strange people were to their communities. So tune in for a listen as we discover what the life of the granny witch is all about. Also, don't forget to check out Drunk Darkness if you're looking for a new podcast to tune into. Mitch and Amanda take the macabre and strange and make it a

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00:58:12

Our Experience At Waverly Hills

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/03/15

In this weeks episode we travel just outside of Appalachia to the other side of Kentucky to visit Waverly Hills. We cover both my, and guest MJ Kerr's, personal experiences during our overnight paranormal investigation at the iconic haunted hot spot in October of 2021. We delve a little into the history of Waverly, the epidemic that saw the building rise above the city of Louisville, and what residents may have stayed behind. We discuss our fear of the first floor, a screaming match with a possible

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00:16:45

The Devil In North Carolina

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/03/03

In this episode we venture to the North Carolina region of Appalachia, to discover some spooky places with some hefty monikers. Does the devil himself pace night after night, souring the ground in what has become known as the Devil's Tramping Ground? And did he once hold court, as well as fiendish revelries, at what we now call Devil's Courthouse? We also delve into possible Native American ties to these areas, as well as their histories, and the roles that early immigrants from the UK may have

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00:31:52

The Ghosts of Mammoth Cave

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/02/15

This week we venture just outside of the Appalachia region, to talk about the haunts of the largest cave system in the world. Does Floyd Collins still linger at the place of his death, angry about the spectacle surrounding his accident? What about the spirits of slaves who were the first cave guides to map Mammoth Cave? Join us as we visit Kentucky's cave country, and try to sort it all out! This episode also features special guest M.J. Kerr! Got any ghostly cave stories? We'd love to hear them! You

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00:18:43

The Brown Mountain Ghost Lights

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/01/31

Join us this week as we talk about the Brown Mountain Ghost Lights, from the North Carolina area of Appalachia. What are the lights? Are they paranormal, or something else? I also discuss a few of my personal encounters and family stories involving ghost light phenomenon, so you don't want to miss it! Do you have any ghost light encounters? Let us know, we'd love to hear from you! You can reach us on instagram @appalachianspookyhour --- Support this podcast:

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00:23:48

The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2023/01/04

Join us in kicking off season two of the Appalachian Spooky Hour, as we discuss the history of the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum. This hospital left a dismal scar on Appalachia, that people will never forget. Let's dive in, and find out just why this place may be one of the most haunted locations in the world. Warning: We have labeled this episode as explicit for content. There is mention of rape, murder, and other disturbing events. Listener discretion is advised, though we tried to make it as

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00:23:56

Appalachian Cryptids (Season 1 Finale)

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/10/25

Greetings, Spookies! This is the second Halloween special for 2022, and the finale of season one of the Appalachian Spooky Hour, featuring yet another special guest! In this episode M.J. Kerr and I discuss some of the many cryptids of Appalachia. Do we believe in Bigfoot? What are our feelings on the Cherokee Death Cat? Find out in this episode, as we take a deep dive into some of the more mysterious creatures of the area. --- Support this podcast:

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00:23:42

Eastern State Penitentiary: Halloween Special Episode...

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/10/17

Greetings, Spookies! This is the first of two special Halloween episodes of the Appalachian Spooky Hour, featuring brand new guests! In this episode Shell and I discuss Eastern State Penitentiary, from it's interesting (and sometimes weirdly funny) history, to the violent shift that has made it the haunted landmark it has become today. I hope you'll join us as we venture north to Pennsylvania, on the far fringes of Appalachia, to discuss this piece of haunted history. --- Support this podcast:

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00:13:40

The Expulsion of the Moon-Eyed People

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/10/07

Join us for the first of three new October episodes in honor of spooky season! In this episode we discuss the moon-eyed people, an old Appalachian legend that stems from Cherokee lore. Or does it? Find out all about this race of strange crypto human, and share your thoughts on whether or not you think they existed (or still do)! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:12:38

The Witch Girl of Pilot's Knob

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/08/31

Something strange lurks within the boundaries of Pilot's Knob Cemetery. Is it haunted by the ghost of a young girl named Mary Evelyn, unjustly burned alive for being a witch? Or is there something more sinister going on inside these hallowed grounds? In this episode we explore the lore, the supposed truth, and the mystery surrounding the witch girl and her most unusual burial site. Thank you to Cat and Key Books for sponsoring this episode of the Appalachian Spooky Hour! --- Support this

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00:13:34

Appalachian Omens and Death Culture

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/07/31

This episode delves into the omens, signs, and rituals surrounding death in Appalachia. Join us as we discuss sitting up with the dead, what it means if a bird flies into your house, and how we have created a culture that both fears death while also accepting it as a part of life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:15:18

The Bell Witch Haunting (and the real witches of...

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/07/07

The Bell family never could have imagined what would befall them when they moved onto their Tennessee farm. They should found out, however, that a malevolent being had them in her sights, and that she had no intention of letting them go. So let's explore the Bell witch haunting, and talk about some of the real witches of Appalachia who still exist today. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:10:39

The Story of Stella Kinney and the Bloody Rock

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/06/12

When young Stella Kinney was brutally murdered on the side of the road over a hundred years ago, she left behind a local legend that will live forever: the bloody rock. Welcome to the very first episode of the Appalachian Spooky Hour podcast! I hope that you enjoy, and would love for you to like and subscribe! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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00:01:39

Welcome to the Appalachian Spooky Hour

Appalachian Spooky Hour ·

2022/06/01

This short trailer explains what you can expect from future episodes of the Appalachian Spooky Hour! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/appalachianspookyhour/support

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