Snap Judgment Presents: Spooked
182 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14.7K ratingsSpooked 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 Snap Judgment Studios, 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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Episodes
Hellevator
April 12, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBJust because it looks like you’re all alone… doesn’t mean you are. If someone in the darkness calls out to you, don’t answer them. STORIES Hellevator Dan is a cop on the nightshift. When he’s asked to check something out at the deserted senior home, he discovers one resident never left. Thank you, Dan Cope, for sharing your story with us. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Richard Haig Queen Mary The Queen Mary is one of the most haunted places in America. But Daniel a...
Quince Años
April 05, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBPaola’s quinceañera will have sunflowers, dancing and a guest list that’s out of this world. Thank you, Paola González, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Erick Yañez, original score by Doug Stuart, translation by Lou Arruti, artwork by Teo Ducot.
The Tagalong Pt. 2
March 29, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn our last episode of Spooked we met Aimee, she can see and talk to ghosts. She even invites one to come home with her and be her best friend. If you haven’t heard the last episode -- you’re going to want to go back and listen to that one first. Part two of a two-part story. Thank you, Aimee, for sharing your story with Spooked! Aimee makes awesome handmade paper items, check out her store. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Jordain Wallace, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Tagalong Pt. 1
March 22, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBAimee is different from her classmates: she can see and talk to ghosts. She even invites one to come home with her and be her best friend. Part one of a two-part story. Thank you, Aimee, for sharing your story with Spooked! Aimee makes awesome handmade paper items, check out her store. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Jordain Wallace, artwork by Teo Ducot
Old Church Road
March 15, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBChantal’s dad insists the house is fine. Chantal’s mom says the place is haunted and gives her the creeps. Chantal doesn’t want to pick sides, but she knows her mom is onto something. This episode contains mention of suicide and massacres, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thank you, Chantal, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Dakim, artwork by Teo Ducot
Closet Dolls
March 08, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBOctavia doesn’t let anyone near her dolls. Sure seems like the dolls want to get near to her, though. Thanks, Octavia, for sharing your story with us here at Spooked! Octavia Sexton is an Appalachian storyteller and teaching artist in Kentucky. Learn more about Octavia at her website. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot
30-Day Notice
March 01, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBYou know that house, the one at the end of the block? The one the kids all dare each other to break into? Well, Mary El is about to move into it. And she’s pretty sure the landlord isn’t telling her family something important about the house’s past. Thank you, Mary El Grammer, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Nicholas Marks, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Occupants
February 23, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBOld houses have seen so many occupants. And just because former tenants have moved out, doesn’t mean they’ve truly left. STORIES Mirror in the Bathroom When Pastor Sara Bishop looks in the mirror at her new house, she can’t see herself. She can see the last tenant... and he’s been dead for a long time. Thank you, Sara, for sharing your story with Spooked. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto Haunted Hacienda You’re not supposed to mess around with mirror...
Man On The Mesa
February 16, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBWhen Jayson first arrives at Camp Pendleton, he knows that the military base has quite a history. But he’s about to find out just how active history can be. Thank you, Jayson, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Nicholas Marks, artwork by Teo Ducot
Opal
February 09, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBJessica keeps seeing her least favorite great aunt, Opal. She keeps telling her grandma, make Opal leave me alone. But Jessica’s grandma can’t do anything… because Opal’s been dead for weeks. Thank you, Jessica, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Clay Xavier, artwork by Teo Ducot
Medicine People
February 02, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBAmelia’s trapped in a bad marriage. Her dad has a secret to get her out. This story contains themes of domestic abuse. Please take care while listening. Thanks, Amelia, for sharing your story with us. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Yari Bundy. Special thanks to Cody Harjo and Ezra Vazquez-D'Amico. Artwork by Teo Ducot.
The Red Balloon
January 26, 2024 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBSabina starts to get a creeping feeling that she’s not alone in her childhood home in Perth, Australia. She wonders what could be there. But when she finally finds out… she can’t believe her eyes. Thank you, Sabina, for sharing your story with Spooked! If you want more stories from Sabina, check out her book: Muckross Abbey and Other Stories Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lalin St. Juste, artwork by Teo Ducot
Hands Without A Face
January 19, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBEveryone in Diane’s house has a different bedtime. When someone sits on the edge of her bed, waking her up, she’s not shocked. Until she looks to see who it is, and no one’s there. Thank you, Diane, Brian, Xavier, Charlie, and Bennett for sharing your story with us here at Spooked. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Paperboy
January 12, 2024 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBRay Christian hated being a paperboy. Bad pay, hard route, rude customers. But there was one customer in particular who was different from the rest, and Ray didn’t quite know why. Thank you, Dr. Ray Christian, for sharing your story with us. Check out more of Ray's stories on his podcast, What’s Ray Saying? Produced by Liz Mak, original score Leon Morimoto, art by Teo Ducot
Hurricane Helpers
January 05, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBBrittnay and her family are trying to get out of the path of Hurricane Rita. But when they get stuck out on the road… all they can do is pray for a miracle. Thank you to Brittnay and her parents Steve and Cindy for sharing their story with Spooked. Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Doug Stuart, artwork by Teo Ducot Happy New Year, Spooksters! We are so grateful for all of you. Our spooky fam can’t wait to travel to the other side of the veil again with you this year. ...
The Yellow Balloon
December 29, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBWhen Richard moves into an old farmhouse next to a big cornfield, he’s pretty sure that it’s haunted. And the ghosts… well, they’re not exactly friendly. He wants to know: how does he protect himself from supernatural forces? Thank you, Richard Haynie, for sharing your story with us. Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Leon Moriomoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Murmur
December 22, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBSarah and her dad are hearing the same noise. It’s coming from somewhere upstairs, from somewhere in the wall. It sounds like someone’s talking, whispering, murmuring. Thank you, Sarah and Richard Benkin for sharing your story. If you want more scary stories from Sarah, check out her horror anthologies, Then It Was Dark and Built on Strange Ground. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score Leon Morimoto
Buffer Night
December 15, 2023 17:34 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBOne wrong turn leads Kyan and his friends to the most sinister encounter of their lives. This story contains explicit language, sensitive listeners please be advised. Thanks to Kyan Bond for sharing his story! If you know what’s up with Buffer Night, drop us a line, and we’ll make sure Kyan gets it. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Dirk Schwartzhoff, artwork by Teo Ducot
Creature Feature
December 08, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBStrange creatures don't just live under your bed. Oh no. In this Spooked episode, we dive deep into the waters of an Oregon lake & travel to the island of Montserrat to bring you tales of things that go bump in the night. STORIES Devil’s Lake Zack is visiting the Oregon Coast with family when he, his dad, and his uncle decide to head to nearby Devil’s Lake to do some fishing. When a creature with greenish blue skin jumps out of the water to grab him he begins to understand the tr...
The Rocking Horse
December 01, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBWhen Elizabeth was 19, she got a job as an au pair for an 11-year-old girl named Amy. The girl and her parents lived on a horse farm in rural Georgia - it was remote and beautiful. But at night, when the house got dark and quiet, someone moved through the halls, waiting, and watching for Elizabeth. Thanks, Elizabeth, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Greta Weber, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Las Tres Cruces
November 24, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBIt’s the 1990s in Popoyán, Colombia. Twenty-year-old Humberto and his two best friends Jairo and Mauricio set off for an adventure in the woods. They think they’re invincible–but they’re no match for what they encounter. Thank you, thank you, Humberto for sharing your story with us! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Lalin St. Juste, artwork by Teo Ducot
These Boots Are Made For Stalking
November 17, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBWhat happens when everyone in the family can see the same specter… but they don’t tell each other for years? This story contains explicit language - sensitive listeners please be advised. Thanks to Michelle, Sherri, and Ed for sharing your story with the Spooked. This story comes to us from the Stories with Sapphire podcast, listen & subscribe for some scary stuff! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Banker
November 10, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBWhen Antonio and his sister Anita were growing up in Texas, their family didn’t have much money. That’s why they were so excited to move into their very own home, even if it was a little run-down. It turns out, the home already had an occupant. Thank you, Antonio and Anita, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
Pet Cemetery
November 03, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBWhen Ray was a kid, he took care of all the animals in his neighborhood… even after they were gone. Thanks, Ray, for sharing your story with us! Ray’s podcast, What’s Ray Saying, returns next week! Enter a world of Southern-baked personal narratives and Black American history. New episodes drop November 8, 2023. Original score by Lauryn Newson, produced by Chris Hambrick, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Woods Have Eyes
October 31, 2023 19:43 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBNate and Keith love to explore the forests in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, hunting for stones and crystals to add to their collection. But something out there is also on the hunt… for them. Thank you Nate for sharing your story with Spooked! Original score by Doug Stuart, produced by Erick Yáñez, artwork by Teo Ducot HAPPY HALLOWEEN SPOOKSTERS!!! We appreciate each and every one of you so so much. Cheers to you and yours this spooky season <3
Creature Feature II
October 27, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBWhen a creature shows itself, wonder fills you, terror compels you, but which will you follow? Two friends in the countryside, and two men at sea are put to the test by mysterious beings. STORIES Silver Man When Martin and Louise visit an abandoned house, something is waiting for them–but not on the grounds. Thanks, Martin, for sharing the mystery with us. Original score by Clay Xavier, produced by Anne Ford Somethin’ Fishy As a fisherman, Clyde spends most of his time on the...
Lady Grim
October 20, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBSherry and her husband keep seeing a hooded figure around their farm in Nova Scotia. She isn’t a ghost. She’s there to collect souls. Thank you, Sherry, for sharing your story. Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Lighthouse
October 13, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThe Heceta Lighthouse Bed & Breakfast on the Oregon Coast used to be a lightkeeper’s home–and it has a reputation for being very haunted. So Spooked producer, Zoë Ferrigno, went to investigate. Original score by Doug Stuart, produced by Pam Porter’s Granddaughter, Zoë Ferrigno, artwork by Teo Ducot Happy Friday the 13th, Spooksters!!!
The Domovoi
October 06, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBSure, you’ve heard of a gnome, a troll, a sprite, an orc, a Babadook, a centaur, a tomten... but have you ever heard of a Domovoi? Thank you, Nikita, for sharing your story with us. We also want to thank Laura at the Paranormal Scholar for helping us find this amazing story. Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Leon Moriomoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Brick and Mortal
September 29, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBSometimes the spirits we encounter are benevolent and kind — like guardian angels. And sometimes, they wait, and watch, and wish us ill. STORIES Eunice Tiffany’s keeps waking up in the middle of the night to the sound of someone walking around her room. Finally, one night, a woman materializes right in front of her, wearing the snazziest business casual attire she’s ever seen. But there’s one problem: this woman is a ghost. Thank you, Tiffany, for sharing your story with Spooked...
Tattoo Exorcism
September 22, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBTraditional-Filipino-tattoo practitioner, Lane Wilcken, is never scared when ancestral spirits visit during tattoo sessions. He knows that those spirits, the ones that are just stopping by, aren’t the ones you have to worry about. Thank you, Lane Wilcken, for sharing your story with us! Lane wrote the book on traditional Filipino tattooing — Filipino Tattoos: Ancient to Modern. Today, Lane is one of only twenty people in the world who practice Filipino tattooing in its traditional ...
Lunger's Row
September 15, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBSome folks live in haunted houses. The ghosts get cozy, they move in and they don’t move out. But what if your whole neighborhood is haunted? Thank you so much, Caroline Liu, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Steakout
September 08, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBThings can seem to creep and lurk in the dark — especially when you’re on duty. STORIES Night Watch When Dave took on the graveyard shift at the station, he saw all kinds of stuff. But he never saw anything quite like this. Thank you, Dave, for sharing your story with the Spooked. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Davey Kim Steakout Kevin joins the force and soon realizes that he can help everyone who crosses his path — whether they’re living or dead. In the intere...
Night at the Aquarium
September 01, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBOn Kevin’s night shift at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, things get wet, wild, and very very weird. BIG thanks to Kevin Wright and the magical Monterey Bay Aquarium. Thanks also to KAZU Radio in Monterey, California for its assistance. Original score by Yari Bundy & Renzo Gorrio, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot
Dod
August 25, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBArin is living with his parents and siblings in Washington state when some of his long-forgotten childhood memories start coming back to him. BIG thanks to, Arin and Mallory, for sharing your story with us here at Spooked! Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Richard Haig, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Succubus
August 18, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBYou’ve heard of “Sexual Healing” but have you heard of a sexual demon? This week on Spooked, we take you to the Hollywood Hills to meet a demonic seductress. Thank you so much, Colin, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Eliza Smith, original score by Doug Stewart, artwork by Teo Ducot
Big Man
August 11, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBWhen the Big Guy shows up, you keep your mouth shut. Be afraid… Thank you to our storyteller for sharing his experiences. Original score by Yari Bundy, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot
Las Muñecas
August 04, 2023 11:58 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBFrancisco finds a doll in his pocket every single day. And every single day, he gets sicker and weaker. He needs to get rid of these dolls... before they get rid of him. Big thanks to Francisco Vazquez for sharing your story with the Spooked. Produced by Fernando Hernandez and Erick Yanez, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot
Three Sickles And A Roomba
July 28, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBDiana knows that the little girl she keeps seeing in her house is a ghost. But what she doesn’t know is if this ghost means her family any harm. Thank you, Diana, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Champ
July 21, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBPati is really young when she loses her best friend and isn’t sure she’ll ever see him again. Until one day, he shows up, asking to play. Thank you, Pati, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto, artwork by Teo Ducot
Burning Look
July 14, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBHe’s a happy, all-American, baseball-loving kid. Then the fires start. Many thanks to storyteller for sharing his experiences! Original score by Yari Bundy, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot Episodes drop weekly. Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free wherever you get your podcasts!
Pinky's Place
July 07, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBJosh moves into an old hotel in Pittsburgh to help his family renovate it. As he starts to experience things he can’t explain, it quickly becomes clear to him that some people may have never left. Thank you, Josh, for sharing your story with Spooked! Original score by Daniel Riera, produced by Marisa Dodge
Wind and Fog
June 30, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBHowling wind. Swirling fog. What lurks in the mist? To whom is the wind calling? Route 666 Michael Kilpatrick is coming home from the venue, celebrating a great show. He’s taking a familiar road. But tonight, the conditions are bad: hard wind, rain, and… frogs? Thank you, Michael, for sharing your story. Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Leon Morimoto Widow’s Walk Bubba has worked at the same lighthouse in coastal Maine for years. And even though the isolation has m...
Out of Body
June 23, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBTiyi just wants to get away from the man in the closet. What happens next changes her life forever. Thank you, Tiyi Schippers, for sharing your story with us! You can find more of her creepy tales on YouTube. Original score by Leon Morimoto, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot Spooked episodes drop weekly! Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free wherever you get your podcasts!
Keep It Pono
June 16, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBIf you live in Hawaii, you know that if you see the ancient Night Marchers of the King’s Guard, you bow in reverence. And you don’t look them in the eye, under any circumstances. But Obake, Dee, and Joe Bones? They haven’t learned this lesson… yet. Mahalo, Obake, for sharing your story with us. If you're interested in more stories from Obake, check out his YouTube channel, Ghosts of Hawaii. Produced by Chris Hambrick, original score by Richard Haig, artwork by Teo Ducot
The Inkwell
June 09, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBJust because someone’s passed over, doesn’t mean they’re not still watching over you. STORIES The Tapeworm Richie “Tapeworm” Herrera ran one of the most badass tattoo parlors in Chicago. It was haunted, and he didn’t mind that. That is, until the ghosts tried to push him out. Thank you Anne, Chris, Tony, and Adam for telling us about the amazing Richie “Tapeworm” Herrera. Produced by Anne Ford, original score by Leon Morimoto The Bull Ring Todd loses someone he loves very muc...
Smell Ya Later
June 02, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBAfter Laura’s husband gets a fatal diagnosis, he promises to contact her from beyond the grave. But how will she know it’s really him? Thank you, Laura Packer, for sharing this special story with Spooked. Laura’s a storyteller in Minneapolis. You can learn more about Laura at her website. Original score by Leon Morimoto, produced by Anne Ford, artwork by Teo Ducot Episodes now drop weekly on Fridays. Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by ...
Weeping Painting
May 26, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBOmar thinks he know his grandma. Until one day, he finds a scary portrait in her bedroom… and it’s looking at him. Thank you Omar for sharing your story with Spooked, all the way from Mexico! Leonel Garza gave Omar his voice in English. You can check out more of Leonel Garza’s acting work on his website. Produced by Erick Yáñez, original score by Nicholas Marks, artwork by Teo Ducot Episodes now drop weekly. Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available...
Earth Angel
May 19, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBAlfia is studying to be a nurse, but she soon discovers that science isn’t everything and a higher power is at work. Thank you, Alfia, for sharing your story with us! Produced by Annie Nguyen, original score by Sudi Watchpress Episodes now drop weekly on Fridays. Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available only by subscription. Listen for free wherever you get your podcasts!
Northspur Storm
May 12, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBKathy and her kids leave a busy life in Southern California to live in a little cabin in the woods, without electricity. But then, strange things start happening. It seems Kathy and her children aren’t the only occupants of the cabin. Thank you, Kathy Bolte, for sharing your story with Spooked! Produced by Zoë Ferrigno, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot Episodes now drop weekly on Fridays. Featuring brand new stories -- along with episodes previously available ...