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Ghouls Podcast

Anne MacCarroll & Emily Dryden

Get ready to be spooked by Ghouls, the podcast that delves into the darkest corners of true crime, paranormal activity, and cryptids. Hosted by the dynamic duo of Annie MacCarroll and Emily Dryden, each episode unravels spine-chilling stories that will leave you questioning what"s real and what"s not. From infamous murder cases to eerie encounters with otherworldly beings, Ghouls explores the unexplained with a captivating blend of research and wit. Annie and Emily"s expert storytelling and genuine

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15. Haunted Appalachia

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2025/11/28

“Haunted Appalachia” covers an entire body of folklore, ghost traditions, cryptids and superstitions that stretch across the Appalachian Mountains from southern New York to northern Alabama. Today, we’re going to discuss the Indigenous origins of many of these tales, how their stories blended with Pioneer interpretations, and where these stories stand today. And remember, if you’re in the mountains and you hear someone call your name… no you didn’t.References:Mooney, J. (1900). Myths of the

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14. The Pizza Bomber

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2025/11/14

Today’s case is one of the most bizarre cases you’ll ever hear. It’s called the “Pizza Bombing” case and is about the suspected murder of Brian Wells. This case includes a bomb attached to a man’s neck, an abduction, a body in a freezer, a crack dealer, a cancer diagnosis, and a scavenger hunt, just to name a few particulars. And at the center of this entire thing is one of the most diabolical women we’ve ever heard of.References“Pizza Bomber.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 2024.Evil Genius: The

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13. Conjuring House Campfire Stories & Video Evidence...

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2025/10/31

HAPPY HALLOWEEN! We’ve got some special guests today to discuss our shared experience spending the night at the Conjuring House! Let’s just say, the place is haunted from top to bottom! We all felt it. Some of our experiences were shared, and some were personal. But we’re all in agreement: the place is definitely haunted!Also, check out our socials for a piece of paranormal evidence and some photos we took during our stay.

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12. Conjuring House History

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2025/10/24

Today’s episode covers the Conjuring House! The house that started a movie franchise empire and that is dearly loved within the paranormal community. This episode is based on Andrea Perron’s book trilogy “House of Darkness, House of Light” and provides some history of the location as well as a roster of the resident spirits, according to the Perron family who lived there for 10 years. We don’t know what the fate of the home will be (a private buyer just purchased it), but we’re hoping it stays open

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11. Bedtime Stories 2: Skinwalker Ranch

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2025/10/17

In today’s episode, we’re discussing a subject that has captured imaginations and terrified them: the skinwalker. We’re going to look at the Skinwalker’s Navajo origins, take a peek at what goes on at Skinwalker Ranch, and then travel the globe to compare stories like these around the world. References:Clyde Kluckhohn, Navaho Witchcraft (Beacon Press, 1944).Margaret K. Brady & Barre Toelken, Some Kind of Power: Navajo Children’s Skinwalker Narratives (University of Utah Press, 1984).EBSCO

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60:31

10. Halloween’s Origin Story and Evolution Around the...

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2025/10/10

Today we’re taking a look at Halloween, the holiday itself. It’s roots date back around 2000 years, and while it’s celebrations are still concentrated in North America and the UK, we’ll be taking a look its origin story, how its evolved in the United States to modern day and how it has spread across the globe, mixing with local customs and traditions. References:History.com Editors. History of Halloween. A&E Television Networks, 2009. History ChannelRogers, Nicholas. Halloween: From Pagan Ritual

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9. Ronald O'Bryan: The Man Who Killed Halloween

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2025/10/03

Today’s episode kicks off our very first episode in an every-Friday series for the month of October in honor of all things spooky! We’re covering the case of Ronald O’Bryan, the “Man Who Killed Halloween” by poisoning his son with some tainted Pixy Stix in order to collect on a life insurance policy. References:People: https://people.com/candy-man-killer-timothy-obryan-murder-8732896Law.justia.com https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/court-of-criminal-appeals/1979/59731-3.htmlClick 2 Houtson:

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8. Bedtime Stories 1: Florida’s Skunk Ape

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2025/09/19

Today is all about cryptids. The mythical beasts that somehow have no hard evidence to suggest they’re real and at the same time, have hundreds of thousands of believers across the world. Cryptids are that delightful mix between a silly story and the stuff of your worst nightmares, and today, we’re going to talk about our recent visit to the Bigfoot Museum and discuss his baby cousin, Florida’s Skunk Ape.References:EBSCO.COM:

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7. John Shaw & Geoffrey Evans, Ireland’s First Serial...

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2025/09/05

In 1976, John Shaw and Geoffrey Evans made a pact to rape and murder a woman a week until they were caught. And after spending a lifetime committing petty, and less petty crimes individually, they teamed up and graduated to murder. They are considered Ireland’s first serial killers and their hatred for women is palatable. But why bring this case up today… there is a chance John Shaw could walk free in 2026.References:Frozen Blood, by Michael Sheridan Worlds Most Evil Killers:

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6. Haunted Cities: Savannah

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2025/08/22

Today’s episode is going to kick off a series that will be sprinkled into future shows called Haunted Cities. And our first stop on the tour is Savannah, GA. Founded in 1733 by General James Oglethorpe, the city has seen its fair share of tragedy in its nearly 300 year history. From war to disease and the slave industry, there’s lots of reasons this city might be haunted. We’re going to share some of the city’s extensive history as well as some of its must-do haunted spots.References: Savannah

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5. Ronald Gene Simmons, Family Annihilator

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2025/08/08

Today we’re discussing a man who has the distinction of committing the deadliest case of familicide in US history, killing 14 family members and two others while on a several-days killing rampage during Christmas of 1987. Simmons killed his wife, children and grandchildren, and put a whole community on lockdown in the aftermath. References:Arkansas Democrat Gazelle https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2023/nov/13/the-devil-of-pope-county-episode-1-the-russellville-rampage/?crimeEncyclopedia of

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4. Madame Delphine LaLaurie

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2025/07/25

Today we’re discussing a woman once described as “a demon in the shape of a woman.” Madame Delphine LaLaurie is a woman who has gone down in New Orleans infamy. Her cruelty towards her slaves in the 1830s shocked the city to its core and has been a tale whispered about for over 175 years. But where does fact meet fiction? References: “Madame LaLaurie, Mistress of the Haunted House” - Carolyn Morrow“Mad Madame Lalaurie, New Orleans Most Famous Murderess Revealed” - Victoria Cosner Love

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3. The Guyra Ghost

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2025/07/11

In today's episode we'll be discussing the most infamous poltergeist case known to Australia. This case is centered around the Bowen family, who in 1921, lived in a humble home in Guyra, New South Wales, Australia. When stones begin hitting their home from an unknown source, the community rallied around the family and served as witnesses to a weeks-long paranormal event that left everyone at a loss for words... or an explanation. This is a unique case in that it was so well documented in newspaper

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2. Cesar Barone: Part 2

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2025/06/27

This episode delves into the chilling story of Cesar Barone, a disorganized serial killer whose violent crimes spanned several years. The conversation explores his background, the nature of his crimes, the investigation that led to his arrest, and the psychological aspects of his behavior. The hosts discuss the randomness of his killings, the impact on victims, and the eventual legal consequences he faced. Through a detailed examination of Barone's life and actions, the episode provides insights

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1. Cesar Barone: Part 1

Ghouls Podcast ·

2025/06/13

In the first episode of our show, we'll be kicking off with a serial killer who you might not have ever heard of: Cesar Barone. A man who was charged with and convicted of four murders but definitely had more victims. A creature that spent nearly all of his miserable life stalking and preying on vulnerable older women. He was such a dirtbag, we'd say he harmed every poor unfortunate soul he came across in one way or another. This is part one of a two part series on Barone. In this episode we'll

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