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Spooked

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Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by the creators of Snap Judgment in partnership with KQED & PRX. It is hosted by Glynn Washington. Episodes drop every week on Friday! Spooked is available for free on ALL podcast platforms. Featuring brand NEW stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.

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Spooked features true-life supernatural stories, told firsthand by people who can barely believe it happened themselves. Be afraid. Created in the dark of night, by the creators of Snap Judgment in partnership with KQED & PRX. It is hosted by Glynn Washington. Episodes drop every week on Friday! Spooked is available for free on ALL podcast platforms. Featuring brand NEW stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. For Luminary subscribers, previously released episodes are still on Luminary.

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English


Episodes
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Dead Battery - The Crossroads

10/3/2025
Rameen knows Gettysburg — the battles, the history. But when he picks up a night shift on the ghost tour, everything goes haywire. A strange message crackles over the radio from an unknown frequency, filled with urgency and desperation that feel all too real. You’ve arrived at “The Crossroads." Be afraid... Thank you, Rameen, for sharing your story with Spooked! Rameen now works full-time as a guitar maker and musician in Nazareth, PA… and occasionally leads tours at the guitar factory. Produced by Casey Georgi, original score by Nicholas Marks, artwork by Teo Ducot. Happy October Spooksters! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:44:43

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Glam Ghosts

9/26/2025
Theresa is living on the island of St. Thomas when hurricane Marilyn strikes. After the storm, she wants to reconnect with the land she loves at the beach.The roads are tricky, traveling at night can be difficult, and once the roads go quiet... you never know who might show up. Thank you Theresa for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Clay Xavier, scouted by Paulina Creque, artwork by Teo Ducot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:31:57

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Spooked X Trailer

9/23/2025
X marks the spot. Spooked Season 10 is here!!! We proudly present, “The Crossroads” Will you make a deal with the darkness? Walk with us… We’ve got back-to-back brand NEW episodes for you all October long. Join us on the other side of the veil October 3rd. Be afraid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:02:47

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The Fog - Classic

9/19/2025
Blair can’t see his hands in front of his face. He can’t see the ground beneath his feet. He’s not in the dark: he’s in a thick cloud of fog. And then a stranger’s voice emerges from the mist, guiding him… can he trust her? Thank you, Blair, for sharing your story with Spooked. This story comes to us from Australia, the original Upside Down. Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Sanaa Khan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Duration:00:26:48

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A Friend In The Forest - Classic

9/12/2025
On the edge of Ireland in the deep forest, a young boy makes a new friend that no one in town has seen for years. S1E7 Story: "A Boy Named Thomas" – Shane Dunphy spent years working with kids as a social worker. He’d seen it all until he met a little boy named Gregory. For more, get Shane Dunphy’s book The Boy They Tried to Hide. Producer: Nancy Lopez

Duration:00:28:40

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Mrs. Hagstrom - Classic

9/5/2025
When supernatural forces come for her kids, Curtis’s mom stands strong. Mrs. Hagstrom may be one of the meanest ghosts yet. Thank you Curtis for sharing your story with us! Check out Curtis’s memoir: Shadow of Fear Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Sanaa Khan.

Duration:00:26:51

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Spooked LIVE: Dr. Ray Christian

8/29/2025
As a little boy in Richmond Virginia, raising pigeons, Ray Christian made a friend with the same hobby. But there was something mysterious about Ray’s new pal. This story was told at Spooked LIVE! We have a West Coast tour this year in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Seattle! Join us. Get your tix. Cross over. Thank you, Dr. Ray Christian! Check out Ray’s podcast: What’s Ray Saying Original music performed live by Doug Stuart and Brijean Murphy. Produced by Anna Sussman. Mixed by Miles Lassi. Artwork by Teo Ducot. Special thanks to Ryan Davis, Sarah Rose Leonard, Jon Cohn, Rebecca Stumme, Kristen Payne, and the LA Orpheum Team.

Duration:00:23:40

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Ghost Town - Classic

8/22/2025
An abandoned gold mine, an empty old church, a sight no one will believe. STORIES The Mine Gold miner Shannon Poe has been in a lot of scary situations. He’s run headlong towards a cougar, fallen out of trees, and been caught in a shootout. But nothing quite compares to what he experienced in an abandoned gold mine last fall. The Mission An empty old church. An open door. A sight no one will believe. Thanks, Jenni, for sharing your story with us! Jenni Prange Boran is a screenwriter living in Tacoma, WA. This episode was produced by Adizah Eghan, Eliza Smith, and Anna Sussman. Original score by Leon Morimoto. Audio support by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Sanaa Khan.

Duration:00:30:43

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I Know What You Did Next Summer - Snap Classic

8/15/2025
Should you heed your dreams if they foretell danger? How can you tell the difference between dreams and what might become reality? STORIES Denver Deja Vu Jodi is about to discover that the man of her dreams is a walking, talking nightmare. Thank you, Jodi, for sharing your story! Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot. Lady and the Scamp When someone in a hockey mask starts following Silvana in her dreams, she realizes that sometimes you don’t want all your dreams to come true. Thank you, Silvana, for sharing your story with us. Produced by Annie Nguyen & Nathalie Chicha, original score by Renzo Gorrio.

Duration:00:27:38

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Spooked LIVE: Jen Kober x Glynn Washington

8/8/2025
The hallowed halls of an Airbnb house a spirit that can only be seen through sprinkles, spritzes, and sparkles… of air freshener. Queen of Comedy, Jen Kober, shares a story only she could tell. Plus, hear about Glynn's close personal witch. LIVE! The episode contains strong language, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thanks, Jen, for sharing your story with us! For all things Jen -- and to see her live on tour -- check out her website. These stories were told at Spooked LIVE! We have a West Coast tour this year in Oakland, Los Angeles, and Seattle! Join us in September and October! Pre-sale for our Oakland show begins August 13, 2025. Get your tix. Cross over. Original music performed live by Doug Stuart and Brijean Murphy. Mixed by Miles Lassi. Artwork by Teo Ducot. Special thanks to Ryan Davis, Sarah Rose Leonard, Jon Cohn, Rebecca Stumme, Kristen Payne, and the LA Orpheum Team.

Duration:00:47:54

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Skagway - Classic

8/1/2025
Skagway is a tiny, remote town in Alaska. The population of living souls hovers around 1,000. And by all accounts, there maybe just as many souls stuck behind, haunting the place. STORIES Frances Cori suspects she’s got a second roommate who she can’t see, and who may very well be contacting her from beyond the veil. Lydia The wait staff at the Red Onion Saloon help uncover the sad story of their notorious ghost, Lydia. Thank you to our amazing storytellers for sharing your truth with us! These stories were produced by Eliza Smith, Anna Sussman, and the ghostbusters at Snap Judgment. Original music by Renzo Gorrio, Leon Morimoto, and Pat Mesiti-Miller. Artwork by Sanaa Khan.

Duration:00:27:51

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Tales from the Smokehouse - Classic

7/25/2025
Cursed cat bones. Dead dogs. A haunted pond. Master storyteller Todd Narron is our tour guide as we explore the mysterious, spooky American South. STORIES Barbara Nichols Pond Ever since a little girl died a watery death, the kids in Johnston County steer clear of the pond. Years later, Todd thinks that she might just be avenging her untimely end. The Cat Bone Curse Todd’s uncle was one mean son of a biscuit. But long after he’s dead and gone, his descendants worry that his meanness might rub off on them. Thank you Todd, for sharing your stories! If you want more stories from Todd, check out his books, Country Stories of Ghosts and Bad Men and Country Stories of Ghosts and Bad Men: Series 2 - The Dead Ones. Produced by Anna Sussman, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Sanaa Khan.

Duration:00:27:07

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The Boy in the Woods

7/18/2025
In the winter woods on a forgotten path, Lyn finds out that some snow angels are real. Thank you, Lyn Ford, for sharing your story with us! For of Lyn’s home-fried tales check out her website. Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lauryn Newson, scouted by Dan Yashinsky, artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:31:39

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The Watcher - Classic

7/11/2025
There are times when you are supposedly all alone. And then you see her, him or it out of the corner of your eye... watching. STORIES "The Night Mother" It’s the middle of the night. You’re not even 15, and you’re home alone with your little brother. You’re waiting for your mom to come home. What would happen if she didn’t make it? "Voice In The Woods" When the voice says "Stop" you stay perfectly still. And when the voice says "Run!" you had better run. This is the first episode of Spooked ever! These stories were produced by Eliza Smith and the ghostbusters at Snap Judgment. Original music by Renzo Gorrio, Leon Morimoto, and Pat Mesiti-Miller. Artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:36:51

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Run!

7/4/2025
Catherine is headed to her first ever archaeological dig with her college. She’s as happy as can be, living out her dream of being a real-life Indiana Jones. But when she wakes up in the middle of the night and sees a ghostly figure standing over her, watching her sleep, she starts to wonder if her lifelong dream is actually a nightmare. Thank you, Catherine, for telling us your terrifying tale! Produced by Alyia Yates, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:26:10

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Miss Withers

6/27/2025
Twin brothers move to an abandoned schoolhouse in rural Oregon with their renegade dad. He’s wild and unpredictable, but that’s not going to stop Miss Withers from giving the boys an afterlife lesson. Thank you, Mike and Ron, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno & Anne Ford. Original score by Lauryn Newson, artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:37:23

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"Past Life Detective" from Snap Judgment

6/24/2025
Detective Bob Snow never could have imagined that the toughest case of his entire career, would be an investigation into his own past… life. This story comes to Spooked from our sister podcast, Snap Judgment. The Snap Judgment radio show and podcast mixes real stories with original music to produce cinematic, dramatic audio. It's storytelling… with a beat. You can listen to Snap Judgment on any podcast platform! Thanks Bob for sharing your story. Check out Bob Snow’s books. Produced by Liz Mak, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:18:40

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The Lady

6/20/2025
Stacy knows that her daughter, Mabry, is seeing “a lady” in her room at night. But she doesn’t know just how terrifying that lady is. Thank you, Stacy & Mabry, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Leon Morimoto. Artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:38:43

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Peek-a-boo

6/13/2025
Gerald carved his name in concrete behind the house. And now, he keeps trying to say hi to the new family that moved into the house. The problem? Gerald’s dead. Thank you, Susan, Ben, Cristina, and Stephanie for sharing your story with Spooked. Produced by Zoe Ferrigno & Chris Hambrick, with assistance from Greta Weber. Original score by Renzo Gorrio. Artwork by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:36:43

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Hiding Spot

6/6/2025
Growing up in Mumbai, Rashi knew money didn't grow on trees. But when times got really tough and the family was on the brink, their house began to reveal its secrets. Thank you Rashi for sharing your story with Spooked! Rashi is a radio DJ on BIG FM India. You can also follow her on Instagram: @rjrashiofficial @biglive @bigfm.jharkhand Produced by Erick Yáñez. Original score by Lauryn Newson. Scouted by Aditya Mattoo. Art by Teo Ducot.

Duration:00:34:12