Haunts

Spirit Lake

It almost makes you wonder what in God's name is trapped at the bottom of Spirit Lake...
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover—but what about its name? In this episode of Haunts, we dive into the chilling legend behind Spirit Lake, Idaho—a town named after a haunting tale of love, loss, and the paranormal.
Discover the tragic story of Hya-Pam, "Fearless Running Water," and her forbidden romance with a brave warrior, whose love led to their untimely demise in the lake's waters. Uncover the eerie sightings of ghostly apparitions in a white canoe and shadowy figures leaping from a cliff.
Is this legend a timeless testament to love or simply a name born from folklore and fear? From Native American history to the lake's rare geological mystery, explore the elements that make Spirit Lake a hauntingly unforgettable place.
Tune in as we separate fact from fiction and decide if Spirit Lake truly lives up to its spectral name.

Lights Over New Jersey: Drones or UAP's?

It's high time we start looking for answers...
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Huge thank you to the composers at Pixabay for the music in this week's episode. If you would like to support the artists, you may do so at the links provided below--
Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
In a break from our usual format, this episode dives into a story that’s still unfolding: the mysterious drone and orb sightings over New Jersey. Unlike past events rooted firmly in history, this phenomenon remains unresolved, with the latest developments as recent as January 9th, when Donald Trump pledged to release classified information on the subject.
We’ll explore a timeline of sightings, beginning with media coverage from Asbury Park and eerie videos showing drones and unexplained orbs. Are these simply military exercises, or could they be something far more unusual? Using insights from Dakota Laden's Project Fear investigation, we’ll unravel theories that range from government drones to objects of unknown origin.
Whether these crafts are linked to U.S. military testing, foreign adversaries, or phenomena rising from the ocean’s depths, one thing is clear: the New Jersey skies are the stage for something extraordinary. Tune in to examine the evidence, speculate on the unknown, and question what’s truly out there.
🎥 Links to videos and investigations included in the episode below.
https://youtube.com/shorts/hdN7O6klGtw?si=qq6B-CvsWO-JOte3
https://youtube.com/shorts/-_elz34avAU?si=TuBa-OwQu7JbkLTY
https://youtube.com/shorts/rfO1iKVQ-d4?si=0mWhviUpwSuTQlRx
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDukLPBOEkL/?igsh=dHBtdnh2NWR3Ymh2
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTYEDFq8d/
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTYEDD1MU/
https://youtu.be/Jr6150YDofs?si=QjWhNvtZaQMdbo5s

The 17Hundred90 Inn

I hope you'll join me in raising a glass to the 100th episode of Haunts Podcast!
Want to visit? - https://1790restaurant.com/our-inn/
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
Join us as we celebrate Haunts Podcast’s 100th episode! 🎉 Courtney reflects on nearly two years of exploring paranormal stories before diving into the chilling history of Savannah’s 17Hundred90 Inn, one of the country’s most haunted hotels.
Discover the tragic tale of Anna, the spirit of a jilted bride who haunts room 204, Thaddeus, a ghostly boy leaving mysterious coins, and the vengeful servant in the kitchen known for her spectral pranks.
Whether you’re planning a stay at the inn or curious about Savannah’s haunted pub crawl, this episode is packed with eerie tales and ghostly encounters. Cheers to 100 episodes—and many more to come!

The Red Lady of the Drake Hotel

Let's ring in the New Year at the Drake Hotel....
Check out Becky's photo - https://www.americanghostwalks.com/articles/chicago-drake-hotel
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
Back by popular demand, my Hauntscast friend, Hannah, joins us for a chilling New Year’s tale! We’re diving into the glamorous yet haunting history of Chicago’s iconic Drake Hotel.
On its glittering opening night in 1920, tragedy struck—a jilted bride met a heartbreaking end, and her spirit, the Lady in Red, is said to linger to this day. From high-society parties to ghostly sightings, this story blends glitz, gloom, and Shining vibes in a way you won’t forget.
Join us as we explore the Drake’s eerie past, its lingering hauntings, and the mysterious photo that may reveal the truth.

A Nightmare Before Christmas

Jump in bed, cover your head, and pray to St. Nick himself that Santa Clause is the only thing coming to visit on this, the night before Christmas...
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
The Christmas season may be full of joy and cheer, but it also harbors a darker side that’s hard to ignore. In this chilling finale to our December series, Courtney delves into the eerie legends that cast a shadow over the holidays, from the sinister Père Fouettard of France to Belsnickel, the twisted counterpart of St. Nick.
Explore the unsettling tales of these holiday anti-heroes, who embody the tension between good behavior and grim consequences. As we reflect on the eerie origins of these myths, we uncover why the season of light also holds space for the dark.
Tune in for a hauntingly festive journey through the nightmares before Christmas—you won’t look at holiday traditions the same way again.

Wassailing with the Mari Lwyd

Carolers aren’t the only ones known to come knocking...
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
Caroling may seem like the quintessential Christmas tradition—bundling up, spreading cheer, and singing loud for all to hear. But what if there’s more to this festive pastime than meets the ear? In this episode of Haunts, we unwrap the eerie origins of wassailing, a 6th-century custom designed to ward off winter’s darkness and despair.
From spectral warnings of inviting the wrong "guests" into your home to the peculiar Welsh tradition of the Mari Lwyd—a ghostly gray mare demanding entry through song—we explore how this cheerful tradition has its share of chilling twists. Join host Courtney as we delve into the haunted history of holiday merriment and discover why Christmas isn’t just the season of joy—but also a time when the uninvited may come knocking.

The Grýla and Her Festive Friends

At least for the children of Iceland, it’s the Grýla who puts the dead in the dead of winter. 
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
While Krampus has long reigned as the Christmas cryptid king, host Courtney Hayes turns the spotlight on a lesser-known yet equally terrifying figure: Gryla, the Icelandic ogress who hunts misbehaving children during the dead of winter.
From her band of mischievous Yule Lads to her fearsome feline companion, the Yule Cat, discover how Gryla’s chilling tale weaves together ancient traditions, cultural superstitions, and a unique spin on holiday scares. Perfect for fans of ghost stories and folklore, Haunts dives into the shadowy corners of midwinter, where the line between festive cheer and frightful lore begins to blur.
Stay tuned for more stories that will have you keeping the lights on this holiday season.

The Legend of Krampus

The Christmas season isn’t exactly as cheery as we all make it out to be... 
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
Winter has arrived in our sleepy Montana town, blanketing the festive season with a layer of mystery and darkness. In this episode of Haunts, host Courtney explores the chilling folklore behind one of Christmas’s most sinister figures: Krampus. From his devilish origins in pre-Christian pagan traditions to his unsettling partnership with Saint Nicholas, discover how this fearsome creature became the dark counterpart to the holiday cheer.
Why does Krampus haunt the season of light? How did he evolve into a cautionary legend for misbehaving children? And what does his tale reveal about the shadows lurking in our winter traditions? Tune in for a spine-tingling journey into the darker side of the Yuletide.

Fudge Road Bridge

Maybe the real problem comes when we choose to ignore our own manners...
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
In this episode of Haunts, host Courtney explores the eerie tales surrounding the infamous Fudge Road Bridge in West Alexandria, Ohio. From the chilling legend of a mother’s ghostly cries to whispers of demonic rituals lurking beneath its trusses, the bridge holds secrets both fantastical and unsettling.
But as the stories unravel, Courtney examines a darker reality—how unchecked curiosity and sensationalism can overshadow the truth, leaving real consequences for those living in the shadow of our most haunted places. Are the ghosts we chase worth the damage we leave behind?
Tune in for a thought-provoking journey into the myths, mysteries, and morality of one of Ohio's spookiest spots.

Haints of the Holy City

Maybe we'd all be a bit better off if we anointed our homes in Haint Blue...
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Music by Ashot-Danielyan-Composer from Pixabay
Step into Charleston, South Carolina—a city of southern charm, rich history, and spirits that linger long after dark. In this episode, host Courtney revisits her childhood roots, embarking on a historic tour of the "Holy City" that takes a chilling turn down Logan Street, one of the most haunted roads in the country. From forgotten graveyards to ghostly apparitions, discover the eerie tales of haints and haunts that define Charleston's spectral lore.
Explore the difference between haints, rooted in Gullah culture and hoodoo traditions, and more familiar ghostly entities. Uncover the spine-tingling stories of restless spirits like the silent figure at 12 Glebe Street, the Green Light Phantom of the Citadel, and Reverend Thomas Smyth, who still lingers at the Second Presbyterian Church.
Are these tales echoes of the past or merely legends spun from imagination? Tune in to explore the ghostly history of Charleston and decide for yourself.