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Espooky Tales

208 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 165 ratings

Latin American folklore, myths, legends, haunted places and espooky cuentos del rancho. Hear the stories you grew up with like La Llorona, as well as true stories from listeners and guests. Join friends, Cristina & MJ, every Friday as they share these tales and have a few laughs. Stay espooky!

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The Case of Miriam Rodriguez

March 22, 2024 10:30 - 52 minutes - 120 MB

Miriam Rodriguez was born and raised in San Fernando, Tamaulipas. Miriam's youngest daughter, Karen, was taken by the cartel and even though the Rodriguez family payed the ransom money, the cartel did not return Karen. Miriam then took it upon herself to find those responsible for her daughter's disappearance. On this episode, Cristina tells Carmen about the case of Miriam Rodriguez and at the end, they read a listener story.  Every March, Espooky Tales covers true crime cases involving wome...

The Case of Erica Alonso

March 15, 2024 13:42 - 54 minutes - 124 MB

Erica Alonso was last seen February 2015. A few months later, she was found dead off of the Ortega highway. Her death was ruled an overdose, but her family continues to seek justice. change.org petitition for Erica Alonso's case: https://www.change.org/p/justice-for-erica-alonso Facebook page for Erica Alonso: https://www.facebook.com/WeLoveEricaAlonso Every March, Espooky Tales covers true crime cases involving women thaat remain unsolved, cases that have been covered in the past include ...

The Hand and the Creepy House with Scary Mystery Surprise

March 08, 2024 11:20 - 1 hour - 149 MB

Edwin and Michelle of Scary Mystery Surprise join Espooky Tales today to tell their paranormal experiences, which are espooky! Tales of haunting hands, creepy houses, shadow people and paranormal experiences while recording podcasts. First, they read a listener story. Don't forget to check out Cristina over on Scary Mystery Surprise and check out all the other amazing and scary shows on the Scary FM network. Just search Scary FM in your podcast app. Thank you so much for sending your stor...

Legends From Michoacán, Mexico

March 01, 2024 11:30 - 41 minutes - 94.6 MB

On this episode, Cristina tells Carmen different legends from the Mexican state of Michoacan. First, they listen to a longer listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 For more spook...

Haunted Places in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico

February 23, 2024 11:00 - 51 minutes - 117 MB

Guadalajara, Jalisco is known for many things, including it's historic landmarks, which are super haunted. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about different haunted places in Guadalajara. Including Hospicio Cabanas, El Palacio de las Vacas and the Clover lawn house. First, they read a listener story and end with spooky recommendations, but there's also a tangent about cakes. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected]...

Mexican True Crime Cases That Inspired Horror Movies

February 16, 2024 11:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MB

Did you know the terryfing character, Hannibal Lecter, was based on a real person? Alfredo Balli Treviño was born in Tamaulipas in 1931. He's suspected to have killed and dismembered 20 hitchhikers in Mexico but was convicted for the murder of his boyfriend. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about the real life case that inspired the movie Borderlands (2007) and the Mexican killer that inspired Hannibal Lecter. Carmen reads a story abut Nahuales from La Mano Peluda. First, they read...

Haunted Puppets and the Case of Pedro Pablo Nakada: the Apostle of Death

February 09, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MB

On this episode, Carmen talks about Capi's haunted puppets. A story from Guanajuato, Mexico. Cristina tells Carmen about a horrible true crime case from Peru, known as the apostle of death. First, they read a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American h...

The Vampire of Monteros, Argentina and the Lady in White of La Pampa, Argentina

February 02, 2024 11:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MB

Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Carmen and Cristina talk about Latin American history on Historias Unknown on any podcast app: pod.link/1618282564 For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@espookytales Instagram https://www.instagram.com/espookytales/ Chat with us on Disco...

The Exorcism of Almansa

January 26, 2024 11:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MB

On September 18, 1990, the quiet town of Almansa in Spain, expirienced one of the worst crimes it has ever seen. 11 year old Rosa Fernandez Gonzalvez was subjected to a gruesome exorcism, at the hands of her mother. TW: This case is brutal, involves the death of a child and abuse. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about the exorcism of Almansa, also known as the exorcism of Rosa Fernandez Gonzalvez. First, they listen to a story from a listener! Thank you so much for sending your s...

The Superior Alignment Cult in Altamira, Brazil

January 19, 2024 11:00 - 48 minutes - 112 MB

From 1989 to 1993, at least 14 boys went missing in Altamira, Brazil. The boys that were found were horribly abused. The crimes were believed to be committed for the purpose of satanic rituals and black magic, promoted by the Superior Universal Alignment Cult. On today's episode, Cristina tells guest cohost Carmen about the terrible crimes allegedly commited by the superior alignment cult in Altamira, Brazil. First, they listen to a story from a listener! Thank you so much for sending your ...

A Haunted Stadium and Murder in Lolol, Chile

January 12, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutes - 108 MB

Chile's main soccer stadium in Santiago holds a very dark past that is probably the reason for the haunting tales surrounding it today. On today's episode, guest cohost Carmen talks about Chile's haunted stadium and Cristina talks about a tragic murder that took shook the small town of Lolol, Chile. First, they listen to a story from a listener! Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the...

Haunted Metro and the Cannibal Poet of Mexico City

January 05, 2024 21:44 - 51 minutes - 118 MB

After the 1980s Mexico Citry earthquake, stories about train 500-501 began surfacing. People were smelling strange inexplicable odors, seeing ghosts and that specific train had the most sightings. On today's episode, Cristina is joined by guest cohost Carmen. They talk about the haunted metro train and a true crime case from Mexico city. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Ho...

Espooky Friend Feature: It's Haunted What Now

December 29, 2023 21:15 - 30 minutes - 69.2 MB

Espooky Tales is on a holiday break, in the meantime, here is an episode from friend of the podcast, It's Haunted What Now with Lanie Hobbs! Typically, when unexplained phenomena occur to us, our first thought is to be afraid, whether due to sensational films or a natural survival reaction. We have a choice to make: either continue existing with the paranormal or do something about it. Today’s episode contains stories about tellers who question if the entity is good or evil and what should b...

Espooky Friend Feature: Susto Podcast- the Tlahuelpuchi

December 23, 2023 01:56 - 31 minutes - 72.2 MB

Hi Espookies! Espooky Tales is taking a short break, but in their absence, found some espooky friends to tell some scary stories. On today's epsiode, Susto podcast is telling the tale of the Tlahuelpuchi. This is the skin of a killer, Bella! Ayden recounts the horrifying epidemic of infant deaths in a rural Mexican town. Were they all accidents? Or was there a malevolent vampire witch wreaking havoc? Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with you...

Trevi Andrade Case Part 2

December 15, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 224 MB

Gloria Trevi is like Mexico's Madonna, a superstar, but her fame is tainted with a dark past. In 2000, she was detained in Brazil with her producer/manager and abuser Sergio Andrade. Though she was eventually found not guilty of all charges, she is facing a new lawsuit as of 2023. In today's episode, Cristina tells guests Lanie Hobbs and Carmen about this terrible case, continuing from Part One, when the cult flees Spain. First, they read a listener story. Don't forget to visit https://ceas...

La Virgen de Guadalupe Horror Stories - Espooky Stories 7

December 11, 2023 11:00 - 8 minutes - 20.1 MB

Every 12th of December, Catholics in Mexico, the US and all over the world head to church, some in pilgrimages, to honor the Virgin of Guadalupe, thank her and to pray for her help. But what about when the beloved Virgin Mary is the subect of horror stories and scary legends? In this episode, Cristina tells the legend of the angry Virgin from Nuevo Leon, Mexico, the Laughing Virgin from Parral, Chihuahua and the Virgin in Black, also from Mexico. This an episode of espooky stories, which in...

The Trevi-Andrade Case Part 1

December 08, 2023 17:45 - 1 hour - 186 MB

Gloria Trevi is like Mexico's Madonna, a superstar, but her fame is tainted with a dark past. In 2000, she was detained in Brazil with her producer/manager and abuser Sergio Andrade. Though she was eventually found not guilty of all charges, she is facing a new lawsuit as of 2023. In today's episode, Cristina tells guest cohost Lanie Hobbs about this terrible case and stops when the clan flees to Spain. First, they read a listener story. Don't forget to visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ ...

The Cave on the Hill - Espooky Stories 6

December 04, 2023 11:00 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MB

Legend tells that on a hill in San Juan, Nayarit, Mexico, there's a cave, but it's only open on the 24th of June. If you happen to go inside on that date, you will be stuck for 25 years. This an episode of espooky stories, which included a very short narrated tale. Listen on Mondays for an episode of Espooky Stories and every Friday, for regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ and sometimes a guest. If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a...

A Mexican Ghost in New Jersey and a Tragic Landslide

December 01, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

Captain Emilio Carrazna Rodriguez was a famous Mexican pilot. His life tragically ended after his plane crashed in the New Jersey woods. A monument was built at the crash site and ever since then, it is said to be haunted. On this episode, Cristina tells guest cohost Carmen about the haunted Carranza monument in New Jersey and Carmen shares the tragic landslide of Venezuela, where the town remains haunted. First, they read a listener story and end with spooky recommendations. If you have ...

Frida Sofia and the Tragic Mexico Earthquake

November 24, 2023 11:00 - 57 minutes - 132 MB

On September 19, 2017 a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico, with Mexico city receiving the most damage. During rescue efforts, people found hope in the story of Frida Soifa, but she didn't seem to exist. Ghost stories and urban legends followed the tragedy. Cristina and MJ discuss this, but first they read a listener story and talk about tiktok (topic starts about 15 minutes in). Don't forget to visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you hav...

The Armero Tragedy with Carmen of Historias Unknown

November 17, 2023 06:55 - 44 minutes - 103 MB

On November 13, 1985, the Nevado del Ruiz Volcano erupted. It destroyed everything in its path. The town of Armero lost 20,000 of it's 29,000 residents and the town of Chinchina lost 3,000 peoople. Today, Armero remains a ghosttown and is said to be haunted by the spirts of those that died when the volcano exploded. On today's episode, Cristina tells carmen about this tragedy, but first, reads a true scary story, from a listener. TW FOR DEATH OF A CHILD Visit https://ceasefiretoday.com/ Th...

Paranormal Encounters At Church

November 10, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 81.3 MB

For many, church is a sanctuary, a safe place to pray and have a chat with God. But there are times when church is terrifying. On today's episode, Cristina shares two paranormal encounters that took place in churches from the Mexican radio show, La Mano Peluda. MJ shares a story about a haunted doll from Reddit. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the...

Encounters With La Llorona

November 03, 2023 10:10 - 49 minutes - 113 MB

La Llorona is a vengeful ghost who is said to roam near bodies of water mourning her children who she drowned in a jealous rage. This is a tale heard all over Latin America and one most Latine people in the US hear as kids. On today's episode, Cristina shares different encoutners with La Llorona and MJ shares similarities bewteen La Llorona, La Virgen Maria and Tonantzin. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave u...

Dia de Muertos Ghost Stories

October 27, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 130 MB

From October 27th until Novemnber 2nd, many start putting out their ofrendas and altars for the loved ones no longer physically with us. Sometimes, on the day of the dead, Dia de Muertos, it feels like our loved ones really do visit us. On today's episode, Cristina shares a listener story that takes place during Dia de Muertos and MJ shares her own Dia de Muertos story. In the first 15 minutes of the episode, we discuss Gaza, an attack on the Otomi and protests in Guatemala, skip to aroun...

Haunted and Disturbing Televisa Moments

October 20, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 95.1 MB

Sometimes television sets capture more than just the actors on set. On today's episode, Cristina tells Carmen about different moments in Mexican television where paranormal activity allegedly took place. First, they read a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! Listen to Historias Unknown on any podcast...

A Lechuza Encounter with Lanie of It's Haunted What Now

October 13, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 226 MB

According to Legend, the Lechuza is a witch that shapeshifts into a giant owl. On this episode, Cristna and MJ share Lechuza encounters from Reddit and they apologize ahead of time for Cristina's second story, that was a mess. Guest Lanie shares her terrifying personal stories and they all laugh a little too much. First, they share a listener story. Check out Lanie's podcasts, It's Haunted, What Now https://hauntedpod.com/ and True Crime Cases with Lanie https://truecrimefanclub.com/ and fo...

The Possession of Nash, The Devil's Cave and More Demonic Stories

October 06, 2023 14:14 - 53 minutes - 123 MB

One of the creepiest phone calls received during the Mexican radio show, La Mano Peluda was received from a man who went by Nash. Nash made a pact with an entity and since that moment, feels there are evil beings inside of him. On this episode, Cristina tells MJ about el Caso Nash, a devils cave and MJ shares two stories involving demons. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or lea...

Haunted Prisons in Latin America

September 29, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 113 MB

Prisons seem to hold a lot of dark energy, especially older ones. It's no surprise that they are some of the most haunted places. On this episode, Cristina talks about ex penal Garcia Moreno, in Quito, Ecuador and the prison at the end of the world in Ushuaia. MJ shares the story of Lecumberri prison in Cuidad Mexico. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at cal...

This Man and When You're Dreams Tell You Your Past

September 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Since the early 2000s, at least 8000 people around the world have claimed to see the same man in their dreams. He's been called "this Man", ever since. On today's episode, Cristina tells MJ about the creepypasta THIS MAN and shares some this man stories from Latin America. Then, our lovely guest/fellow Espooky Azriel tells us an amazing story! She was adopted, but her dreams always told her otherwise. Since she was a child, she dreamed of people that she hadn't met, that didn't look like he...

The Ghost of Miguel Hidalgo - Espooky Stories 5

September 18, 2023 10:00 - 2 minutes - 6.48 MB

September 16th is the Mexican day of Independence. All over Mexico, the US and wherever there are Mexicans, there's a parade and a celebration. El Grito, the cry of Dolores, can be heard everywhere, but according to legend, the spirit of Hidalgo himself, can also be heard on this day. This is an Espooky Story episode, a short narrated story. Listen every Monday for an episode of Espooky Stories and every Friday, for regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ. Thank you so much for...

Ghost Boy, Black Eyed Kids and More

September 15, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 132 MB

Kid ghost stories are creepy! On today's episode, Cristina shares a story of a ghost boy rescuing people from a plane crash in Colombia, MJ shares a Black Eyed Kid story and our guest Dkon, shares a creepy childhood story and more! First, they read a listener story! Dkon's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dkonvsthedark/featured Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line...

Paranormal Stories From Puerto Rico

September 08, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 126 MB

Puerto Rico is a beautiful island, but of course it's also full of paranormal stories! Puerto Rico is apparently UFO hub central, with tons of sightings occuring in places like the Yunque National Park. On today's episode,MJ shares several paranormal experiences that took place in Puerto Rico and Cristina shares UFO sightings in El Yunque, as wel as the alien abduction of Carlos Mercado. First, they share a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky sto...

Haunted Statues in Latin America

September 01, 2023 14:37 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

Do you ever see a statue and think to yourself, yeah, that's haunted. There are many statues that spawn legends, on today's episode, Cristina shares the legend of el Diablo del Jardin (the Devil in the Garden) from Argentina, the legend of las 7 cabecitas in Chihuahua, Mexico and the haunted statue in Bakersfield, California. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)...

The Haunting of Alejandra Book Club

August 25, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 190 MB

Join the Espooky Tales Book Club for Busy People: https://substack.com/@espooky?utm_source=profile-page Listen to Carmen and Cristina's other podcasts Historias Unknown and Novelas Con Cafecito The next book club read is Silver Nitrate by SIlvia Moreno-Garcia, if you want to purchase the book, check out our bookshop link https://bookshop.org/lists/espooky-book-club-list If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at the Espooky Hot Line (360)83...

The Man Who Played For the Devil- Espooky Stories 4

August 21, 2023 13:31 - 6 minutes - 14 MB

There are some stories that are told again and again, across different Mexican towns and even different Latin American countries. All involve the same thing: the devil. There's the story of the young woman, who just wants to dance and ends up dancing with the devil. The crying baby in the field that ends up being the devil and not a baby. There's another story told in Durango, Mexico one of a man, who played for the devil. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky sto...

The Tall Shadow Man

August 18, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 96 MB

There's a figure that countless people have seen across the world, usually during sleep paralysis, but not always. Today's listener tells Cristina and MJ about her shadow person encounter and MJ shares an encounter of her own. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https:...

The Clown- Espooky Stories 3

August 14, 2023 07:00 - 9 minutes - 21.5 MB

On this episode of Espooky Stories, Cristina tells you about the clown at Kidzania. Listen to Espooky Stories every Monday and check out the regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ every Friday. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can also submit it on Discord! For more spooky stories, check out the Tiktok! https://www.tiktok.com/@esp...

A Pyramid in Coahuila and More UFO Stories

August 11, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 108 MB

In 1983, Mundo Corono had a strange dream. He pleaded with a man from above to save his wife and daughter, but the man had a condition, Mundo was to build a pyramid. That pyramid can be visited today in Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico. On today's episode, Cristina and MJ bring the tale of Mundo, who claims an alien instructed him to build a pyramind, a UFO sighting by a Mexican pilot and more UFO stories. First they read a listener story and end the episode with espooky recommendations. Thank you...

Antonio and El Cadejo - Espooky Stories 2

August 07, 2023 09:00 - 5 minutes - 11.8 MB

El Cadejo is a big, black dog, with red eyes, matted fur and a chain that hangs from its collar. It roams at night and is deadly to encounter. On this episode of Espooky Stories, Cristina tells you about a man's encounter with El Cadejo. Listen to Espooky Stories every Monday and to regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ every Friday. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the ...

The Night I Heard La Llorona - Espooky Stories 1

July 31, 2023 07:00 - 7 minutes - 16.3 MB

Don't we all have a tio, tia, cousin or friend that has heard La Llorona? On this episode of Espooky Stories, Cristina will tell you the story of a child, who stayed up to late and heard a cry, they will never forget. Listen every Monday for an episode of Espooky Stories, short narrated episodes and every Friday, for regular Espooky Tales episodes with Cristina and MJ. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a ...

An Encounter With La Siguanaba

July 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 158 MB

The Legend of La Siguanaba can be heard in El Salvador, Guatemala and other parts of Central America. She was once a beautiful woman but was cursed to become the horrifying horse-faced woman, made to roam the country side, luring men to their deaths for eternity. On today's episode, Cristina and MJ are joined by Ruthie, who has family members who encountered La Siguanaba in Guatemala, as well as a Llorona sighting in Arizona and a haunted Forever 21 story. Follow Ruthie on Tiktok: https://ww...

UFOs in the Skies- Listener Stories with Chaz of the Dead

July 27, 2023 13:50 - 1 hour - 146 MB

UFO sightings are the most experienced paranormal events across the world and it seems like US congress is taking UFOs seriously. With the UFO congressional hearings yesterday, Espooky Tales decided to go off schedule and release our UFO episode sooner! On today's episode, Cristina is joined by Chaz, who shares his UFO sighting and they read 3 different listener stories. Find Chaz and his work on his website: https://chazofthedead.com/ Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have...

Encounters With Nahuales

July 21, 2023 09:00 - 55 minutes - 128 MB

According to legend, a nahual (or nagual), is a person that can transform into an animal, through magic. They are associated with evil, though prior to colonization, this was likely not the case. On today's episode, Cristina and MJ share different encounters with Nahuales. First, they read a listener story. Thank you so much for sending your stories! If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espooky Hot Line (360)836-4486. You can a...

The Red Book- El Juego Del Libro Rojo

July 14, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

The Red Book or El Juego Del Libro Rojo is a game from Mexico. It's strongly discouraged by the Catholic church, but if you decide to play, there are rules you must follow. Never play alone, always play in a group of 2 or more, use an old red book and ALWAYS ask permission to leave, you must have permission to end the game. On today's episode, MJ explains the rules of the red book game and Cristina shares a red book game story from the radio show, La mano peluda and two from Reddit. First, Cr...

Cursed Land and Bruja Stories

July 07, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MB

Whenever tragic accidents happen in the same place, again and again, many start to think the land could be cursed. In Cartago, Costa Rica locals attempted to build a church, three times and each time, something caused the building to fall. We also have a couple of bruja stories from Mexico and a listener story about brujas. TW: MJ'S STORY INVOLVES SEXUAL HARRASSMENT/GROOMING ATTEMPT If you have a spooky story to share, email [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at call the Espook...

Duendes and the Amazon

June 30, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 140 MB

On May 1, 2023, a small airplane took off from Araracuara Airport in Colombia. There were 7 on the flight in total. The pilot, Hernando Murcia Morales,Yarupari leader Herman Mendoza Hernadez, Magdalena Mucutuy Valencia and her four children. Shortly after that, there was radio silence and the plane could not be contacted. The children were missing for 40 days and their grandmother spoke of duendes carrying them through the jungle. On today's episode, Cristina and MJ are joined by V, they talk...

La Castañeda and Other Haunted Hospitals

June 23, 2023 14:36 - 48 minutes - 112 MB

Tales of now abandoned asylums that are haunted can be heard all over the world. When these "insane" asylums were open and treating patients, the treatment received are terror inducing, it's no wonder all these places are allegedly haunted. One of the worst asylums in Mexico was La Castañeda and though this building no longer exists, where it stands, people claim to have all sorts of strange paranormal experiences. On today's episode, we share stories from former asylums and hospitals in Mexi...

The Exorcism of Pascuala Garcia and other Exorcism Stories

June 16, 2023 10:00 - 51 minutes - 119 MB

In the Mexican pueblo San Hipolito Penitente, in Guerrero, Mexico. of had super human strength, she could speak languages she had never heard and she even predicted people's deaths. When Padre Benigno Gonzales heard all this, he knew what this was, this was demonic possession and he was determined to help. Today we share the story of Pascuala, as well as a "mass exorcism" turned deadly in Ecuador, a murder disguised as an exorcism in Nicaragua, share a listener story and some spooky recommend...

Latin American Conspiracy Theories

June 09, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

Latin American conspiracy theories seem to usually involve a certain country and the death of left leaning leaders, like the death of former Ecuadorian president Jaime Roldos, whose death has sparked conspirary theories. Sometimes they involve singers and their supposed deaths. Many conspiracy theorists believe singer Luis Miguel is actually dead and the Luis Miguel we see today is a double. First, Cristina reads a true scary story, sent in from a listener. If you have a spooky story to sha...

The Case of Joaquin Velazquez and the Boy With Horns

June 02, 2023 09:00 - 48 minutes - 110 MB

In 1938, in Cuidad Mexico, the newspaper published a story about young Joaquin Velazquez. A boy who was said to move objects with his mind. His name was Joaquin Velazquez and neighbors, his own mom, feared his alleged telekinetic powers. During the Mexican radio show, La Mano Peluda, host Juan Ramon Saenz answers a strange phone, a father calling about his son, who talks about his bff Satan and has a pair of horns on his head. Cristina and MJ share these stories, have some laughs, share their...

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