Tales From The Keeper

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We found the tapes.Recordings left behind by someone known only as The Keeper. A collection of true stories documenting hauntings, paranormal encounters, unexplained events, and the darkest corners of horror history.Now, we're playing them.Hosted by Bobby Schubenski, Jake Simons, and Brandon Lombardo, Tales From The Keeper opens a new tape with every episode.The Bell Witch. The Amityville Horror. The Enfield Poltergeist. The Mothman of Point Pleasant. The Sallie House. Skinwalker Ranch. The Winchester Mystery House. The Dyatlov Pass incident. The Jersey Devil. The Villisca Axe Murders.Haunted houses. Ghosts. Poltergeists. Cryptids. Unexplained disappearances. Possessions. Strange encounters...

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Sunday Night Horror Club | November 15, 2026
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Today at 7:00 PM

Recorded raw. Released unfiltered. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

This week, things get weird before we even get started. Brandon's dog has apparently developed an unhealthy obsession with Jake, Bobby is checking in from Los Angeles, and somehow that's only the beginning of the chaos.

We're kicking things off with Blackcraft, where the conversation turns to the brand's history, religious protests, and the controversy that helped put it on the map. With Blackcraft Films continuing to take shape, we're talking about the strange relationship between controversy, creativity, and getting people to pay attention. Plus...


TAPE 007: The Devil Made Me Do It | Demonic Possession, Murder, & the Trial That Shocked America
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Last Thursday at 3:00 AM

Can demonic possession drive someone to commit murder? And can the devil be used as a defense in a court of law?

On February 16, 1981, a violent confrontation inside a Connecticut home ended with 40-year-old Alan Bono stabbed to death. The man responsible was 19-year-old Arne Cheyenne Johnson, who would soon become the center of one of the most bizarre murder trials in American history.

But according to those closest to Johnson, the story began months before the killing.

It started with an 11-year-old boy named David Glatzel, whose family claimed he was being...


Sunday Night Horror Club | November 08, 2026
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Last Monday at 12:00 AM

Recorded raw. Released unfiltered. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

This week, Bobby is calling in from sunny Los Angeles while Jake and Brandon are back home trying to stay warm by the fire. And there's a lot happening in the world of Blackcraft.

From some massive Whatnot streams and an upcoming Suicide Silence collaboration to new developments with Blackcraft Films, Bobby gives us a look at what's happening behind the scenes and what's coming next. We're talking future plans, the return of the Blackcraft street team, and some exciting things taking shape on the...


TAPE 006: The Yuba County Five | Five Men Vanished & the Mystery of the Mountain
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11/05/2026

How do five friends disappear after a basketball game, only for their car to be discovered abandoned high in the mountains, miles from where they should have been?

On February 24, 1978, five men from the Yuba City–Marysville area of California traveled to Chico to attend a college basketball game. Afterward, they stopped at a convenience store for snacks before heading home.

But the five men never returned.

Four days later, their turquoise-and-white 1969 Mercury Montego was discovered abandoned along a remote mountain road, far from their expected route. The car was operable. There was ga...


Sunday Night Horror Club | November 01, 2026
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11/02/2026

Recorded raw. Released unfiltered. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

We're back from Salem, Halloween is officially behind us, and this week we're looking toward the future.

First, Jake finally reveals what happened during his tarot card reading in Salem. What did the cards have to say, and should we be worried about what's coming next? Then we're catching up on Halloween, how we spent the holiday, and everything that went down over the weekend.

But the real conversation this week is about what's next.

Sunday Night Horror Club is evolving...


TAPE 005: The Hopkinsville Goblins | UFOs, Glowing Eyes & the 1955 Kentucky Encounter
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10/29/2026

What really happened at a farmhouse in Kentucky on the night of August 21, 1955?

Just outside Hopkinsville, Kentucky, eleven people found themselves at the center of one of the strangest alleged extraterrestrial encounters in American history. It began with a mysterious light in the sky. Then came the glowing eyes, clawed hands, and small, humanoid figures emerging from the darkness.

For hours, two families claimed their farmhouse was surrounded by strange creatures that seemed impossible to kill. Gunshots rang out. Figures appeared at windows, crawled across the roof, and vanished into the night. Terrified, the families...


Sunday Night Horror Club | October 25, 2026
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10/25/2026

Recorded in Salem. Released raw. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

Less than 10 hours after the sold-out Blackcraft Films test screening in Salem, Massachusetts, we're back behind the microphones to break down everything that happened.

This week, we're coming to you straight from Salem, running on little sleep and a whole lot of adrenaline after a night we'll never forget.

Bobby takes us behind the scenes of the Blackcraft documentary screening. From the buildup and the packed theater to the audience reactions, unexpected moments, and everything that happened when the cameras weren't rolling.<...


TAPE 004: The Curse of The Exorcist | Death, Fire & Hollywood's Most Haunted Movie
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10/22/2026

Was The Exorcist really cursed?

In 1973, a film about demonic possession became one of the most terrifying movies ever made. But behind the cameras, something even stranger was unfolding.

A mysterious fire destroyed the set. Cast and crew suffered injuries. Deaths became linked to the production. And rumors began to spread that the evil depicted on screen had somehow escaped into the real world.

In TAPE 004 of Tales From The Keeper, Bobby, Jake, and Brando investigate the alleged curse of The Exorcist, the disturbing events surrounding its production, and the Hollywood legends that...


Sunday Night Horror Club | October 18, 2026
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10/18/2026

Recorded live. Released raw. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

This week, we're talking all things horror. The movies that made us fans, the ones that still haunt us, and whether the genre has lost its edge or is entering its greatest era yet.

First, Bobby takes us behind the scenes of the upcoming Blackcraft Films event in Salem, Massachusetts. What to expect, what's coming next, and why this moment means so much to him and the Blackcraft brand.

Then we take a trip back to where it all began. Our first horror...


TAPE 003: The Demon of Brownsville Road | A True Story of a Haunted Pittsburgh Home
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10/15/2026

In 1988, a family moved into a quiet home on Brownsville Road in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. What should have been the beginning of a new chapter would become the start of a terrifying ordeal that lasted more than a decade.

It began with strange noises, unexplained footsteps, and the unsettling feeling that someone, or something, was watching.

Then things got worse.

Doors slammed on their own. Objects moved without explanation. Dark figures appeared inside the house. And as the activity intensified, the family began to fear that whatever lived within those walls wasn't simply a...


Sunday Night Horror Club | October 11, 2026
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10/11/2026

Recorded live. Released raw. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

Another Sunday night, another gathering of strange stories, unexplained encounters, and conversations that could go absolutely anywhere.

This week, Bobby, Jake, and Brando get personal, pulling back the curtain on life behind Blackcraft, the upcoming documentary, and the sleepless nights that come with building something bigger than yourself.

Then things take a darker turn.

Brando shares a disturbing story sent directly to his personal email about a couple whose home becomes the center of increasingly terrifying activity. Strange noises behind the...


TAPE 002: Lizzie Borden | The Axe Murders & Haunted House
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#28
10/07/2026

On August 4, 1892, two brutal murders shook the quiet town of Fall River, Massachusetts. Andrew and Abby Borden were found hacked to death inside their own home. The prime suspect? Andrew's 32-year-old daughter, Lizzie Borden.

She was arrested. She stood trial. And despite being acquitted, her name would become forever associated with one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in American history.

But the story doesn't end with the murders.

More than 130 years later, the Lizzie Borden House has become one of America's most notorious allegedly haunted locations. Visitors and paranormal investigators have...


Sunday Night Horror Club | October 4, 2026
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#27
10/05/2026

Recorded live. Released raw. Welcome to Sunday Night Horror Club.

For our first Sunday night gathering, we took the show outside, lit the fire, and opened the floor to true ghost stories, paranormal encounters, and anyone in the live chat brave enough to come on and tell us what happened to them.

This week, we get into a disturbing yard-sale painting that may have brought something home with it, a voice in the woods mimicking someone's mother, a storm that seemed to come from inside a mysterious painting, haunted mirrors, unexplained scratches, and a few...


TAPE 001: The Bell Witch | America’s Most Infamous Haunting
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#26
10/01/2026

The Bell Witch haunting is one of America’s most infamous paranormal stories.

In the early 1800s, the Bell family of Adams, Tennessee claimed they were being tormented by something they couldn’t explain. Strange noises echoed through their home. An unseen presence spoke from the darkness. Family members were scratched, slapped, and attacked. And at the center of it all was John Bell, whose mysterious death would become forever tied to the entity known as the Bell Witch.

But what actually happened on the Bell farm?

In this episode of Tales From the...


Return of Blackcraftcult.com + Hellraiser & Promo Code inside
09/10/2026

podcast listeners only I hid a promo code for you all in here :) 

enjoy it 

much love 

Bobby 


Salem Hate Backfires.....Blackcraft RELAUNCH!
09/07/2026


The Haunted School Janitor: Terrifying True Ghost Stories & Ouija Board Encounters
08/26/2026

This week on Tales from the Keeper, Bobby and Jake dive into a new collection of terrifying true ghost stories and paranormal encounters submitted by listeners.

A haunted farmhouse hides the story of a mysterious woman in gray—and a disembodied voice that whispers one chilling word: “Wait.”

Then, a seemingly harmless encounter with a Ouija board is followed by terrifying episodes of sleep paralysis, strange voices speaking inside a bedroom, and a shadowy figure appearing over the bed.

But the story that really gets us com...


True Ghost Stories & Terrifying Premonitions | Ouija Boards, House Fires & Slasher Movies
08/18/2026

True ghost stories, terrifying premonitions, Ouija board encounters, and classic slasher movies take over this episode of Tales from the Keeper.

We dive into chilling real paranormal stories from listeners, including a Ouija board experience connected to a house fire, mysterious phone calls, unexplained warnings, and premonitions that are almost impossible to explain.

Then we head into the world of classic horror and slasher movies, talking about cult favorites like Pieces, Sleepaway Camp, House of the Devil, and more — plus Captain Howdy, creepy horror trivia, and the movies every ho...


Ice Cream Man + Mandela Effect & Terrifying Paranormal Encounters
08/13/2026

Today’s episode, we talk about the toxic fandom of horror enthusiast and how one opinion turns into 1000’s of unearned opinions. We support mostly all horror and hope that it opens conversation within the community.

Also, ghost stories today that cover Mandela Effects, disembodied voices from Mom, literal psychosis and making up family members, and the significance of time and the coincidences that connect life and death within a family.


Midsummer Scream Meeting Bill Moseley + Captain Howdy haunting my house?
08/11/2026


Real Ghost Stories Told by Listeners | Haunted Dolls, Tunnel Footsteps & Murder Next Door
08/06/2026

Welcome back to Tales From the Keeper, where the scariest stories are the ones people swear really happened.

In this episode, Our Own listener NACHO BABY calls in to tell us more of her personal ghost story and  then we dove into some more terrifying listener encounters, unexplained paranormal experiences, haunted locations, and the kind of true stories that stay with you long after the lights go out. From eerie noises in the middle of the night to encounters that defy all logic, we break down what happened—and whether there's another explanation... or something muc...


True Ghost Stories: Haunted Houses, Home Invasions & Terrifying Listener Encounters
08/04/2026

In this episode of Tales From the Keeper, we're diving into chilling true ghost stories submitted by our listeners. From terrifying home invasions and shadowy figures lurking in the dark to haunted houses, unexplained voices, and paranormal encounters that still can't be explained, these are the real experiences that continue to haunt the people who lived them.

Were these encounters paranormal... or was something far more sinister hiding in plain sight? You decide.

Turn off the lights, lock your doors, and join us as we read some of the creepiest listener stories we've...


Zacky v From Avenged Sevenfold + Everything Blackcraft
07/30/2026


Evil Dead Burn Review & Discussion + Blackcraft Films Info
07/28/2026

In this episode:

     Our full Evil Dead Burn review + Blackcraft Film and more!

Spoiler-free first impressions, followed by spoiler discussionBest kills, gore, and practical effectsDeadites, lore, and franchise connectionsWhere Evil Dead Burn ranks in the Evil Dead seriesOur final score and whether it's worth seeing in theaters

If you love horror movies, movie reviews, Evil Dead, Sam Raimi, Bruce Campbell, supernatural horror, Deadites, practical effects, and everything horror, be sure to follow Tales from the Keeper for new episodes every week featuring horror movie reviews, par...


Sunday Night Horror Club #2 | Terrifying Ghost Stories from Our Community
07/27/2026

Welcome to the Sunday Night Horror Club.

Tonight, the Tales from the Keeper community takes center stage.

Jake and I read terrifying true ghost stories submitted by listeners, sharing chilling paranormal encounters, haunted houses, and unexplained experiences that still can't be explained. One brave member of our community even joins us live to tell their own story—and it earns a perfect 5 Skull Rating on our Scare Meter. 💀💀💀💀💀

If you love real ghost stories, paranormal investigations, haunted places, supernatural encounters, and horror storytelling, this episode is for you.


Did Annabelle Deserve the Hate? | Bonus Episode
07/24/2026

Bonus Episode: Bobby and Jake revisit Annabelle (2014), the terrifying first chapter of the infamous possessed doll that helped launch one of horror's biggest franchises. Does Annabelle deserve its reputation? Is it better than fans remember? And where does it rank in The Conjuring Universe?

In this episode of Tales from the Keeper, we break down the story, scares, creepy moments, hidden details, demonology, performances, and the connections to The Conjuring films. We also discuss what still works, what doesn't, our favorite scenes, and whether ...


Elton Castee Joins Us Talking All Things Salem & Annabelle Doll EP (13)
07/23/2026

On this episode, we are joined by Elton Castee (co-owner of the Warren House) and currently guide of the infamous Annabelle doll. He has currently relocated to Salem, Ma where he is currently building a museum of haunted items for October Season. He tells some scary true stories and talks about his progression from Vine to very successful YouTube personality.


Alternate Dimensions With Kelsi Davies (EP 12)
07/21/2026

Probably one the best episode yet with the exceptional Kelsi Davies! Intuitive, mindful and fascinating as she talks about her experiences, perspective and the knowledge she has gained from the world not seen by most! 


Sunday Night Horror Club | Community members stories and Reviews
07/20/2026

Movie night with the Blackcraft Community! Call ins from our supporters providing there rating for the film + some personal stories that are just as chilling as The Conjuring universe.


Sleep Paralysis with KIKO (EP 11)
07/16/2026


Daria rae talking all things horror and business (EP 10)
07/14/2026

This is a special episode with the one and only Daria Rae (aka Bobby’s little sister). Daria talks her new clothing brand launch DEMN plus tells some interesting stories. Remember, analysis paralysis serves no one. Run to the execution of your pursuits. ps jake made a only fans 


High Tension Horror Film ... (EP 8)
07/09/2026

It’s July! Which means Jake won’t shut up about his birthday. Bobby decides to go down the path of what made Jake a horror movie buff. What he looks for when it comes to good horror and why his tastes has changed since. Also, Bobby believes astrology is real and also RIVALS GOT SIGNED! Also, anybody seen that movie about the killer tooth fairy???


The Blair Witch Project Started It All (EP 7)
07/07/2026

Did you guys see what went down at Jenni’s Ice Cream? Well, a whole lot of talk about Blackcraft moving to our hometown in PA as well as some big news involving Tales From The Keeper Podcast. Also, Bobby has a huge admiration for the Blair Witch that inspired his want to start Blackcraft Films. Also, Jake is stoked to reconnect with his roots back in PA while going down memory lane with Bobby. This includes Friday nights at Avella football games and the smell of hotdogs at the local concession stand. What came first for you? The mo...


Ghosts Are Real (EP 6) — Zak Bagans’ Haunted Museum LIVE CALLERS
05/10/2026

In this episode of Tales From The Keeper, host Bobby Schubenski and Jake Simons  dives deep into the eerie legacy of Zak Bagans and the infamous Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum through a live caller format filled with paranormal stories, unexplained encounters, and supernatural theories.

The episode blends:

Real listener call-ins and ghost experiencesDiscussion of haunted artifacts and cursed objectsParanormal encounters connected to the museumPsychological fear and supernatural storytellingCommunity interaction with live reactions and theories

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I Was Touched by a Ghost Inside Ohio State Reformatory (True Story) | (EP 5)
#5
04/16/2026

In this terrifying episode, we explore one of the most haunted locations in America the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio. Known for its dark history, violent past, and intense paranormal activity, this prison has been the site of countless ghost sightings and unexplained encounters. 

Bobby shares a chilling firsthand experience after being physically touched by what may have been a spirit inside the prison walls. We break down what really happened, what entities could be present, and whether this was something darker than a typical haunting.

We also dive deep into one of the m...


Stephen King, The Shining… And a Real Haunting (EP 4)
#4
04/09/2026

A Blackcraft family member calls in to share a deeply personal story about her father one that suggests some hauntings don’t stay in places…

Then we do a  deep dive into the dark world behind The Shining exploring the twisted genius of Stanley Kubrick, the haunting inspirations from Stephen King, and the real-life paranormal history of the Stanley Hotel, the hotel that inspired the Overlook.

We unpack:

The eerie differences between Kubrick’s film and King’s original visionConspiracy theories surrounding Kubrick’s hidden meanings and psychological symbolismThe real hauntings and disturbing energy tied to the...


Hauntings Come in Threes… Inside the Hannah House With Someone Who’s Seen It All (EP 3)
#3
04/06/2026

They say hauntings come in threes…

But what if the third one never leaves?

In this episode of Tales From The Keeper, we step inside the legend of the Hannah House—one of the most haunted locations in America, built on tragedy, fire, and something that never stopped lingering.

We’re joined by a haunted tour guide who spent over 20 years connected to the house…
and has been experiencing the supernatural since the age of five.

What started as curiosity turned into something much darker.

Voices...


Is Death Trying To Communicate With Us? Death Isn't The End. (EP 2)
#2
04/01/2026

In Episode 2, we go deeper than fear into the unknown space where death, energy, and the supernatural begin to overlap.

What if death isn’t the end…
but a transition?
A signal?
A message?

From unexplained encounters… to dreams that feel too real… to moments that can’t be explained away this episode explores the idea that the supernatural may not be random at all.

It may be intentional.

We break down:

Why people experience paranormal events around deathThe possibility that consciousness continues after the body is goneSigns...


Paranormal Letters, Ghost Stories & True Trauma | The Letters That Found Me (Ep. 1)
#1
03/18/2026

Hosted by Bobby Schubenski, this first episode of Tales From The Keeper begins with something real.

After completing a 36-day livestream marathon, Bobby steps away burned out, searching, and unknowingly stepping into something deeper. What follows feels like a spiritual awakening… and the beginning of something he can’t explain.

During that time, the letters start arriving.

Handwritten. Unsettling. Filled with dark stories, horror accounts, and unexplained experiences that feel like they were never meant to be seen.

But somehow… they found him.

For the first time ever, Bobby opens...