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Ghosts In The Mountains

Ghosts in the Mountains

Ghosts in the Mountains explores the eerie, unexplained, and deeply mysterious stories hiding within the misty peaks of Western North Carolina and beyond. From haunted hotels and spectral legends to cryptid sightings and lost treasures, hosts Caleb Hanks and Austin Burgess take you deep into the folklore, history, and firsthand encounters that shape the region"s paranormal landscape. Each episode uncovers chilling tales, eyewitness accounts, and historical mysteries, blending investigative

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All Episodes

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GITM #62 The Haunting of Chicken Alley

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2026/03/25

In the heart of downtown Asheville, lies a narrow passage known as Chicken Alley. In this episode, we explore the chilling stories surrounding this forgotten corridor, where witnesses have reported seeing a lone figure slowly walking through the alley, hunched and leaning on a cane, only to vanish into the darkness. Strange footsteps echo when no one is there, shadows seem to move against the light, and the atmosphere itself feels heavy, as if something refuses to leave. We dig into the history of

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01:10:18

GITM #61 The Curse of the Ghost Town in the Sky

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2026/03/18

High above Maggie Valley, perched on a mountain ridge, sits one of the most unusual and eerie attractions in North Carolina history. In this episode, we explore the rise and fall of Ghost Town in the Sky, a Wild West themed amusement park that once drew crowds from all over the region before slowly slipping into abandonment. From its early days of success to its sudden closures, financial struggles, and long periods of decay, the story of this mountaintop park feels almost as strange as the legends

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01:21:21

GITM #60 The Legend of Judaculla

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2026/03/11

Deep in the mountains of Western North Carolina lives a legend older than the towns and trails that now wind through the forests. In this episode we explore the Cherokee story of Judaculla, a towering supernatural figure said to roam the high ridges and valleys of the Appalachians. Described in Cherokee lore as a giant with immense strength and mysterious power, Judaculla has long been connected to strange footprints, sacred stone markings, and ancient stories passed down through generations. Join

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01:05:26

GITM - Ep #59 - The Hauntings of Flat Rock NC

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2026/03/04

Flat Rock, North Carolina has long been known for its historic estates, quiet forests, and lingering stories of the unexplained. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, Caleb and Austin explore the chilling legends surrounding one of the area's most mysterious locations, the Mansouri Mansion. Originally built in the 19th century and once known as the Woodfields Inn, the estate has developed a reputation for strange activity over the years. Locals and visitors have reported unexplained lights,

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01:02:54

GITM - Ep #58 - Lights Over Rosman NC with Kyle Mullenax

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2026/02/26

In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we sit down with Austin's longtime friend Kyle Mullenax, who began experiencing something he can't easily explain during a beach trip, unusual glowing lights moving in ways that defied aircraft, drones, or anything familiar. What started as a single sighting soon became a recurring phenomenon, continuing even after Kyle returned to the mountains of Rosman, North Carolina. We explore Kyle's firsthand encounters, compare them to similar regional reports, and

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01:07:47

GITM - Ep #57 - Lost Souls of the Sapphire Valley

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2026/02/18

The Sapphire Valley in North Carolina is known for its breathtaking beauty but beneath the tranquil landscapes lies a history filled with unsettling encounters, lingering spirits, and unexplained phenomena. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the chilling stories surrounding the Lost Souls of Sapphire Valley. From the reported apparition of a solitary figure wandering the fairways near the great rock face, to longstanding accounts of strange lights, unexplained presences, and

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01:07:31

GITM - Ep #56 - The Ghost Chior of Roan Mountain

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2026/02/11

On the windswept balds of Roan Mountain, hikers have reported something chilling for over a century, voices rising through the fog where no one stands. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the legend of the Roan Mountain Ghost Choir, eerie hymns drifting through the mist, phantom singing heard at twilight, and the strange overlap between natural acoustics, Civil War lore, religious gatherings, and something far more unexplained. Are these sounds echoes carried across valleys by

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GITM - Ep #55 - Hat Man

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2026/02/04

Across cultures, countries, and generations, people who have never met, and often never heard of each other's stories, describe seeing the same terrifying figure: a tall shadowy man, wearing a wide-brimmed hat, standing silently in bedrooms, hallways, and doorways in the middle of the night. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the phenomenon known as The Hat Man. We examine witness accounts, common patterns, and the leading theories behind what this entity could be, from sleep

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GITM - Ep #54 - The Goblin Ghost Of The Buncombe...

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2026/01/28

In the early 1900s, inmates and guards at the Old Buncombe County Prison in Asheville, North Carolina, reported something that defied explanation: a small, grinning, goblin-like apparition that swung from iron bars, laughed in the darkness, and seemed to delight in terrorizing those who encountered it. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive deep into the chilling accounts surrounding this bizarre entity, exploring eyewitness testimonies, historical context, and the darker theories

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01:17:29

GITM - Ep #53 - Ghosts of the Battle Mansion

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2026/01/21

In the hills of Asheville, NC the Battle Mansion has long carried a reputation for something lingering just beyond the living. In this episode, we explore the reported hauntings tied to one of the city's most striking historic homes, from sightings of a young woman in a flowing gown to strange sounds, unexplained movement, and an overwhelming sense of being watched. We dig into the history of the mansion, the stories passed down through generations, and the theories surrounding who, or what, may

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01:24:33

GITM - Ep #52 - The Haunting of Bill Vaile

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2026/01/14

When Bill Vaile moved into his Arlington, Texas home, he never expected the night he would quietly open a door and witness something that would change his life forever. What he saw would mark the beginning of years of terrifying paranormal activity. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive deep into the chilling true story of Bill Vaile. From shadow figures and unexplained physical attacks to the disturbing origin of the haunting itself, we explore how a single encounter may have opened

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01:02:40

GITM - Ep #51 - Joshua P. Warren

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2026/01/07

This episode has been a long time coming. Joshua P. Warren has spent decades pushing the boundaries of paranormal research — from haunted locations and psychic phenomena to time anomalies, strange energy fields, and the edges of reality itself. As one of the most recognizable investigators to emerge from Western North Carolina's paranormal scene, his work blends hands-on experimentation with open-minded inquiry and a healthy respect for the unknown. In this highly anticipated episode of Ghosts in

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01:28:26

GITM - Ep #50 - Ufology Through Time w/ Micah Hanks &...

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2025/12/31

From the first modern flying saucer reports to secretive military investigations and the rise of contemporary UAP research, the story of Ufology is as strange as the phenomenon itself. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we're joined by researcher and journalist Micah Hanks and legendary occultist, author, and ufologist Dr. Allen Greenfield for a deep dive into the evolution of UFO study. Together, we trace the cultural, political, and philosophical roots of Ufology, from Cold War anxieties

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01:18:46

GITM - Ep #49 - The Rendlesham Christmas UFO

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2025/12/24

In December of 1980, deep within England's Rendlesham Forest, U.S. Air Force personnel stationed at nearby RAF bases encountered something that would become known as Britain's Roswell. Strange lights moved silently through the trees. A glowing, metallic craft, triangular in shape and covered in unfamiliar symbols, appeared to land in the forest before accelerating away at impossible speed. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we revisit the events of those cold December nights, examine the

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01:16:35

GITM - Ep #48 - The Psychedelic Origin Of Santa

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2025/12/17

Long before shopping malls, reindeer, and red suits, the figure we now call Santa Claus may have emerged from something far stranger ancient ritual, winter survival, and mind-altering tradition. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore the controversial and fascinating theory that Santa's origins may be rooted in psychedelic folklore, shamanic practices, and the symbolic use of sacred mushrooms in northern winter cultures. From red-and-white imagery hidden in plain sight to chimney

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01:14:19

GITM - Ep #47 - The Ghosts That Christmas Passed

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2025/12/10

Christmas is often celebrated as a season of joy, warmth, and family — but some holidays carry a chill far colder than winter. In this special episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we explore eerie and lesser-known paranormal encounters that happened during Christmases of the past and spooky holiday traditions long forgotten. From phantom opera singing in abandoned ballrooms to spectral visitors appearing beneath twinkling lights, these chilling tales remind us that the veil doesn't always rest during

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GITM - Ep #46 - The Origin Of Krampus

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2025/12/03

Long before Christmas was candy canes and twinkling lights, the darkest nights of winter belonged to something far more sinister. In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive into the chilling European folklore of Krampus the horned enforcer of Yuletide tradition. From ancient Alpine villages to modern parades of demons and chains, Krampus has long served as the other side of Christmas: a creature meant to punish the wicked and drag the truly rotten away into the snow-covered night. Join us

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GITM - Ep #45 - The Thanksgiving Ghost of Marsh Bridge

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2025/11/26

Just outside Geneva, New York, a lonely railroad bridge once spanned a deep ravine, on Thanksgiving Day, something strange was seen there. In 1902, the crew of a passing train reported a ghostly white figure waving frantically near Marsh Bridge, followed by a piercing scream that echoed through the valley. The apparition vanished as quickly as it appeared… but why Thanksgiving? This chilling encounter has been linked to a devastating 1873 train wreck that claimed multiple lives when the bridge

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01:02:49

GITM - Ep #44 - The Dead Of Winston-Salem Return

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2025/11/19

A family in Winston-Salem relocate to a new home but shortly after exploring an old Civil War period cemetery near their home, their son begins mentioning a presence he calls "Gable", someone no one else can see. At first, his parents brush it off as imagination until strange occurrences begin to increase. Doors burst open on their own, laughter echoes where no one stands, and strange smoke drifts through the halls. In this episode we look into a strange haunting where an entity not of our realm

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01:41:51

GITM - Ep #43 - What Are Ghosts? With Micah Hanks

Ghosts In The Mountains ·

2025/11/12

Are ghosts truly spirits of the dead or something far stranger? In this episode of Ghosts in the Mountains, we dive into one of the most enduring mysteries of the human experience. Joined by researcher and author Micah Hanks, we explore the possibilities of what ghosts might actually be through the lenses of science, psychology, artificial intelligence, and historical studies of the paranormal. From the early psychical researchers who compiled Phantasms of the Living more than a century ago to the

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