The Scarecast: Scary Stories, Mysteries, and True Crime

Could Disneyland’s magic take on a darker life after the gates close? This episode explores true chilling accounts and creepy stories from former cast members and park visitors who say they encountered something unexplainable in the shadows of the Happiest Place on Earth.

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Story 1: Tomorrowland / Star Trader poltergeist encounter – @prissy.christina (Christina), Instagram comment

Story 2: New Orleans Square kitchen apparition – @carlosbozo77 (Carlos), Instagram comment

Story 3: Autopia figure and unexplained shove – @latruce (Latruce), Instagram comment

Story 4: The Little Mermaid EVP and ashes cleanup – @geedub68 (Pete), Instagram...

In today's episode, I'm telling you five creepy stories including a hide‑and‑seek encounter with something hiding in the dark, a toddler's chilling "visit" from a grandfather she never met, a dead neighbor's TV that won't stay off, a creepy Pacheco Pass sighting from an Amazon driver, and a Tinder date that could have turned into a true crime case.

After listening, comment which story creeped you out the most —comment on Spotify episode or through a rating/review on Apple Podcasts.

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(0:30) Story 1 - A ten-year-old playing hide-and-seek in the...

In this episode, we're diving into five scary true stories submitted by listeners and pulled straight from Reddit — covering a haunted restaurant, a chilling mimic encounter, a bone-chilling Disneyland night shift, an Ouija board session gone wrong, and a disturbing AOL Instant Messenger story that serves as a serious cautionary tale.

Story 1 (0:00) – A restaurant "haunted" joke turns real when a closing shift employee hears footsteps upstairs, finds every door locked, and watches a heavy patio door slam shut on its own — with no one else in the building.

Story 2 (5:30) – A family experiences years of...

In this episode, we dive into a chilling collection of true paranormal and real-world horror stories: a phantom little girl who keeps calling 911 from the same house, children who see dead relatives, shadow figures in bedrooms, eerie apartment hauntings, military ghost encounters, and a terrifying close call with a violent roommate who later made the news.

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Tonight’s episode dives into some of the darkest and most unsettling encounters shared by soldiers, cops, Disneyland park employees, and everyday people who came face‑to‑face with something they still can’t explain.

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Five of the most disturbing unsolved true crime cases... from a man found under bizarre circumstances in Tennessee, to a mysterious woman in an Oslo hotel with no identity, these cases continue to haunt investigators and internet sleuths alike. 

In this video, we break down chilling true crime stories including Blair Adams, Jennifer Fairgate, the Dempsey family, Rey Rivera, and Buffalo Jim—each filled with unanswered questions, strange evidence, and theories that range from paranoia to possible foul play.

If you’re into unsolved mysteries, creepy cases, and real-life horror stories, this is one you won’t...

In this episode, you will hear 20 true scary stories about haunted houses, creepy kids, glitch-in-the-Matrix moments, and ghosts that follow you home. From shadow figures in bedroom doorways to baby cries in empty apartments and a possible alien abduction on a dark highway, these listener-submitted tales will make you question what’s really lurking in the dark.

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In this episode, we explore eight chilling real-life encounters—from three friends overwhelmed by a shared, unexplainable presence on a dark street to a Disneyland ghost story that’s been whispered about for decades. A haunted apartment, eerie late-night sightings, and something violently knocking from the woods blur the line between paranoia and the paranormal. But some of the most terrifying moments aren’t supernatural at all—reminding us that sometimes, the real danger is human.

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3 ordinary Craigslist interactions that turned into pure nightmare fuel.

In this episode of The Scarecast, we dive into three disturbing real-life cases where a simple online listing led to violence, manipulation, and murder: a clean-cut med student living a double life as “The Craigslist Killer,” a pregnant woman lured to a house by a fake maternity clothes ad, and desperate job seekers drawn into the woods by a fake farmhand listing that was really a trap.

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Every old hotel has a story—but at the Glen Tavern Inn in Santa Paula, California, those stories may still be walking the halls.

In this episode, I take you inside one of the most haunted hotels on the West Coast after personally staying in Room 308—one of the most requested (and feared) rooms in the building. From its origins in 1911 during California’s oil boom, to its rumored Prohibition-era speakeasy, brothel, and violent past, the Glen Tavern Inn has built a reputation that continues to attract paranormal investigators, ghost hunters, and curious guests from around the world...

Colombian defender Andrés Escobar scored an own goal at the 1994 World Cup. Ten days later, he was shot in a Medellín parking lot. This episode uncovers how cartel money, illegal betting, and national pressure turned one unlucky deflection into a death sentence.

A viral TikTok showed what looked like a giant standing on a mountain… and then the man who filmed it vanished. The Andrew Dawson giant case is one of the internet’s most chilling mysteries—and it only gets stranger the deeper you go.

In April 2022, Andrew Dawson, a 34-year-old from Campbell River, British Columbia, captured a bizarre figure high on a ridge near Canoe Mountain, not far from the Jasper SkyTram. What started as a single TikTok giant on mountain clip quickly spiraled into a viral TikTok conspiracy involving alleged government encounters, black helico...

Could a Brazilian animal rescuer have captured one of the most compelling UFO videos of the decade — or did he just pull off one of the biggest viral hoaxes of 2026?

In this episode of The Scarecast, we break down the full story of Mayk Leão, a rural influencer from Campo Largo, Paraná, Brazil, who on May 31, 2026, claims he experienced a terrifying, reality-shattering encounter with a massive disc-shaped craft that hovered over the forest near his property — and then flew silently over his house... but what unravel's in this story, will make you question whether this was all a...

What if the scariest part of modern life isn’t ghosts or demons, but the feeling that the people we see on screen… aren’t really who they appear to be?

In this episode of The Scarecast, we dive into what I’m calling “The Human Mask Phenomenon”—a wave of viral moments where the internet becomes convinced someone is literally wearing another person’s face. From a Fox News guest whose shifting neck “seam” sparked mask theories, to Jim Carrey’s altered appearance at the César Awards, to claims that high-ranking politicians are doubles in silicone, we break down...

This episode dives into the mysterious life and passing of anti‑gravity researcher Amy Eskridge, a brilliant Huntsville scientist who warned friends that if anyone ever said she took her own life, she "most definitely did not”—weeks before she was found deceased from a supposed "self- inflected gunshot." From alleged directed‑energy “pain ray” attacks and burned hands, to threats, tampered records, and a shadowy “intel bomb” ultimatum from a stranger who knew details from her classified medical records, this episode walks you through her final text messages in chilling detail. We explore her claims about suppressed anti‑gravity breakthrou...

Explore 15 terrifying true scary stories from listeners who survived encounters in the infamous Turnbull Canyon near Whittier, CA. Known for its dark history and urban legends, these paranormal accounts range from mysterious robed figures and ghostly children to phantom cars and humanoid creatures crawling on all fours. Turnbull Canyon is widely considered one of the most haunted places in Southern California. Whether you're looking for ghost stories from Whittier or documented urban legends from the canyon, these listener-submitted encounters will make you think twice before driving those winding roads after dark.

Turnbull Canyon looks like a peaceful four‑mile loop in the Puente Hills near Whittier, but generations of locals and investigators see it as a hotspot of tragedy, legend, and paranormal activity. In this episode, we go back centuries to the Tongva homeland, Spanish colonization, and mission‑era violence that left deep scars on the land and fueled claims of restless Indigenous spirits still haunting the canyon.

You’ll hear how Mexican secularization, the rise of massive ranchos, and how the canyon got its name. The canyon was named after real estate mogul Robert Turnbull, who mysteriously passed...

A few weeks ago, I visited the Colorado Street Bridge in Pasadena, California—one of the most haunted locations in Southern California and a place infamous for its long history of incidents and paranormal hauntings. I went there with a couple of friends as part of Joshua Amen’s weekly paranormal scavenger hunt, and being on (and beneath) the bridge immediately brought back all the chilling stories listeners have sent me over the years.

In this first volume, I share 10 terrifying encounters tied to the Colorado Street Bridge—stories of shadow figures, “ghost jumpers,” faceless apparitions, demonic roars, and...

In this episode, we follow a chilling pattern that no official agency has ever laid out in one place: a nine‑month window where scientists, analysts, and officers tied to America’s air and space power either vanished or had their lives ended violently, while the official narratives stayed fragmented and strangely incomplete.

We start by going much deeper into the disappearance of rocket‑alloy pioneer Monica Jacinto Reza, whose work on the Mondaloy superalloy helped the U.S. break its dependence on Russian RD‑180 rocket engines, and who walked into the Angeles National Forest on a familiar...

On February 27, 2026, retired Air Force Major General William “Neil” McCasland walked out of his Albuquerque home and vanished, leaving his phone and glasses behind but taking his gun, wallet, and backpack. Once commander of Wright‑Patterson’s secretive lab and linked to UFO insider Tom DeLonge, McCasland disappeared just days after President Trump ordered the release of UFO and alien files. In this episode, we unravel his classified past, his eerie ties to UFO disclosure, and the leading theories about what really happened to the general who knew too much.

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In June 2009, an unidentified man checked into a small Irish hotel under the name “Peter Bergmann” — a name that belonged to no one — and spent four days methodically erasing every trace of who he really was before his body was found on Rosses Point beach. This episode of The Scarecast dives into the haunting final days of this mystery man: the fake Austrian address, the cash payments, the cut clothing labels, the strange trips through Sligo with a purple plastic bag that always came back empty, and the chilling CCTV footage that shows him moving like he knew exactly where th...

Disneyland sells itself as the happiest place on Earth—but behind the music and fireworks, there are stories the park will never put on a brochure. In this episode, I take you inside the concrete heart of the Matterhorn Bobsleds to unpack the horrifying and still‑unresolved death of Regena “Dolly” Young, a 47‑year‑old woman who fell from her bobsled in 1984 and was struck and killed by the next oncoming car in a section of track now known as “Dolly’s Dip.” We’ll go back to Disneyland’s first recorded guest fatality on the Matterhorn in 1964, examine how lightly regulated...

On a quiet spring night in 2014, Boston College junior Jonny Goldowsky opened his eyes in his Foster Street bedroom and saw a man in a Gator‑style ski mask standing perfectly still in his doorway, watching him breathe in the dark. No threats, no stolen laptops, no smashed windows—just a silent figure who slipped back into the night and left an entire neighborhood wondering how many times he’d done this before.

He wasn’t the only one. Within weeks, other BC students on Foster and Kirkwood started waking up to bedroom doors easing open, shadows at the f...

A bored middle‑aged machinist, a beautiful small‑town teenager, and a 22‑year‑old college student cross paths in an online chatroom in 2005—and nothing in their lives will ever be the same. What begins as a harmless lie from Thomas Montgomery, a married father using the screen name “MarineSniper,” quickly pulls him into a secret relationship with “Jessi,” an 18‑year‑old from West Virginia who seems too perfect to be true. When Montgomery’s coworker, Brian Barrett, enters the picture, the flirtation twists into a volatile triangle of jealousy, obsession, and betrayal that spills out of the digital world and into the real...

Step into the shadows of Galster Wilderness Park—one of Southern California’s most talked‑about haunted locations, hidden in the hills of West Covina and wrapped in decades of urban legends, ghost stories, and first‑hand encounters from locals and listeners alike. In this episode, I’m not just revisiting the park’s eerie reputation—I’m finally taking you deep into the stories that have flooded my inbox and comments for years.

After more than a decade of doing this podcast, I’m officially going all‑in full time alongside my social media channels, which means more episodes...

Deep within the Joint Forces Training Base in Los Alamitos, California, something sinister lurks in the shadows. This chilling episode features a firsthand account from Tales From The Grid Square, a collection dedicated to paranormal experiences from military personnel across the country.

Growing up on base, one family discovered that certain buildings held dark secrets—an old theater where phantom audiences appeared in photographs, Building Five where contractors unearthed a forgotten morgue during renovations, and abandoned hangars where a woman in white with hollow black eyes terrorizes night patrols. Military police officers share their terrifying encounters: shadow fi...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, including real-life incidents and urban legends. Listener discretion is advised.

Step into the chilling shadows of Pasadena’s Colorado Street Bridge—infamously known as “Suicide Bridge”—in this haunting episode of The Scarecast. Mike explores the bridge’s tragic legacy, from its construction in 1913 through decades of sorrow, supernatural encounters, and stories shared by listeners and locals alike.

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On this episode of The Scarecast, we’re diving deep into the haunted heart of Inglewood, California - a city where the past lingers in the shadows and every landmark seems to have a story to tell. In this episode, we’ll unravel chilling tales from three of Inglewood’s most infamous sites: Inglewood Park Cemetery, the old Airport Park View Hotel (now The Lum Hotel), and Centinela Park, now known as Edward Vincent Jr. Park.

Inglewood Park Cemetery is more than just a final resting place for Hollywood legends-it’s a hotspot for ghostly encounters. Listeners have sha...

Season 9, Episode 3 of The Scarecast Podcast delivers nine chilling true stories that defy explanation and blur the line between the natural and supernatural. Listeners will hear a haunting account from a caregiver about a resident whose deceased husband’s ghost was seen locked in a basement, a terrifying encounter with a massive, two-legged wolf-like creature in Alaska, and a poltergeist lifting blankets in a quiet mansion. Other stories include a man haunted by a sinister entity during sleep paralysis, an unsettling hiking experience with mysterious watchers in the woods, and a near-abduction by a man who exuded the unmistakable sm...

After a brief hiatus, The Scarecast returns with a chilling new episode, Season 9 Episode 2, packed with true stories that will keep you up at night. Mike is back from the chaos of busy season in public accounting and ready to deliver a fresh batch of spine-tingling tales for all the loyal listeners who stuck around during the break.

This episode features a handpicked collection of the creepiest recent encounters and several creepy pictures/videos posted on the web:

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In this chilling podcast episode, we dive into a terrifying encounter that occurred 20 years ago in Commerce, California. A group of friends, out for a night of harmless fun, stumbled upon something they couldn't explain near a massive Scientology building on Sheila Avenue.

Finding a quiet place to park so they can drink and smoke would bring them to this particular parking lot. They parked facing the building, only to spot a shadowy figure at the top of a staircase visible through the glass windows. What happened next defies explanation: the figure bolted down the stairs at...

In this episode, we explore the chilling history and paranormal activity surrounding the Whaley House, one of America's most notorious haunted locations. We begin with the tragic execution of "Yankee Jim" Robinson on the site where the house would later be built, setting the stage for centuries of supernatural occurrences. The Whaley family's unfortunate legacy is examined, including infant deaths and suicides that have left their mark on the property. We delve into the numerous ghostly encounters reported by visitors and staff over the years, from mysterious footsteps to full-bodied apparitions. The episode also features eerie photographs and videos...

In this spine-chilling episode, we delve into the haunted history of the Gehr Industries warehouse in Commerce, CA. From ghostly employees and spectral children to unexplained phenomena, the warehouse teems with paranormal activity that has left workers shaken for years. We explore the building's intriguing past, including its connection to Howard Hughes, and the various apparitions that call it home. But the true shock comes with the revelation of a dark true crime connection: the notorious "Chameleon Killer" Terry Peder Rasmussen once worked within these very walls. This episode weaves together ghost stories, historical intrigue, and a true crime...

In this episode, we explore a family's 15-year journey living alongside an unseen presence in their Victorian home. What began as mysterious footsteps evolved into tangible evidence when a motion-activated camera captured a translucent figure in the upstairs hallway. The story intertwines the family's experiences, their grandmother's antique collection, and the shocking revelation of not one, but two spectral entities in a single photograph.

The episode discusses the family's transition from skepticism to belief, the potential connection between inherited antiques and paranormal activity, and the challenges of coexisting with otherworldly residents.

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Welcome to S9E1 of the Scarecast, where we kick off our new season with a spine-tingling collection of eight bone-chilling tales guaranteed to give you the creeps. In this episode, we delve into the depths of darkness to bring you a mix of short frights and lingering terrors that will haunt your dreams long after the candles have burned out.

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In the heart of Ukraine's mountains, a summer camp becomes the stage for a series of chilling events that defy explanation. An 18-year-old counselor's first job turns into a nightmare when inexplicable occurrences begin to plague the camp. From mysterious figures in the forest to an unnaturally aggressive snake, the boundary between reality and the supernatural blurs with each passing day.

As night falls, the veil between worlds thins, unleashing terrifying phenomena that challenge the very fabric of reality. Locked doors open on their own, faceless figures appear in the darkness, and time itself seems to warp...

In this chilling episode of The Scarecast, we delve into the disturbing case of Miranda and Elytte Barbour, known as the "Craigslist Killers." In 2013, this newlywed couple, aged 19 and 22, lured 42-year-old Troy LaFerrara to his death through a Craigslist ad offering companionship.

We explore how the Barbours orchestrated their gruesome plan, with Miranda picking up LaFerrara while Elytte hid in the backseat. The couple's shocking act of violence - strangling and stabbing their victim over 20 times - sent shockwaves through Pennsylvania.

The episode covers the investigation that led to their swift arrest, Miranda's sensational claims...

Step into the eerie world of UCLA's Dykstra Hall, where history and horror intertwine. In this chilling episode, we explore the dark secrets and unexplained phenomena that have plagued this iconic residence hall for decades.

From its hopeful beginnings as a symbol of campus growth to its current reputation as one of UCLA's most haunted locations, Dykstra Hall has a story to tell. We'll delve into the tragic events that have occurred within its walls, including two documented suicides and a mysterious disappearance that remains unsolved to this day.

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Step into the eerie world of Proctor Valley Road, a remote stretch of asphalt in San Diego County that's become a hotbed of paranormal activity and local legend. In this gripping podcast episode, we delve deep into the mysteries that have made this isolated road infamous among ghost hunters and thrill-seekers alike.

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Hey everyone, it’s been a while since I last released a podcast episode, so I thought it was time to bring back the kind of content you all love. In this episode, I’ve gathered some intriguing stories from Reddit, covering everything from paranormal encounters to creepy ex-boyfriends to strange creatures spotted on the road. Whether or not you believe these tales, they’re all claimed to be real experiences.

We’re kicking things off with a story about a man suffering from long COVID. According to a quick Google search, long COVID is a chronic conditio...