Best Heart Starts Pounding Horrors Hauntings And Mysteries Podcasts (2025)

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The Murder of Laci Peterson | CLUES Podcast 1:23:10

2d ago1:23:10

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Check out the first episode of CLUES, a Crimehouse podcast that I'm hosting with Morgan Absher of Two Hot Takes. You can find future episodes of Clues on Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts When Laci Peterson vanished on Christmas Eve in 2002, the nation watched closely — but what investigators uncovered was darker than anyone imagined. Morga…

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Episode 319 - The Bennington Triangle: Portals, Monsters in Appalachia & the Man Who Survived (Part 2) 1:03:55

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We’re back in the wilderness of Vermont’s Bennington Triangle—the Appalachian Trail’s ‘Zone of Death’. In this chilling Part 2, we explore what happens when the woods decide not to let you go. This episode dives deep into the true story of Robert Singley, a seasoned hiker who vanished into thick fog near Glastenbury Mountain and lived to tell the t…

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Encounters x278 - Not-Deer, Horrifying Cryptids and Ghosts in the TGOG Studio 58:20

1d ago58:20

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We’re diving deep into the wild world of cryptid encounters. Eerie figures lurking in remote woods and mysterious animals that defy logic and biology, these stories will have you questioning what’s really out there. Whether it’s ancient legends or something altogether new, these encounters remind us that the forest keeps its secrets—and sometimes, …

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116. She Said She Was a Social Worker. Then Children Started Disappearing. 44:28

3d ago44:28

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For 20 years in Tennessee, a mysterious woman appeared on the doorsteps of single mothers, claiming to be a social worker. She would then disappear with their children. TW: Kidnapping Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to bonus content as well as other perks. And members…

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Episode 318 - The Bennington Triangle: Vanished in Appalachia (Part 1) 1:01:28

7d ago1:01:28

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In this two-part series, we enter the haunted heart of Southern Vermont—a place where the line between reality and the supernatural disappears as quickly as the people who dare to step off the trail. Welcome to The Bennington Triangle, where ancient curses, vanishing hikers, and whispers in the trees suggest something deeply unsettling going on in …

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Encounters x277 - First Responders & Guardian Angels 52:14

10d ago52:14

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They’re trained to handle life-or-death emergencies, but what happens when the emergency defies all logic? In this chilling episode, first responders—EMTs, firefighters, police officers, and 911 dispatchers—share their real-life encounters with the unexplained. What’s Haunting This Episode? A firefighter’s encounters in a historic firehouse haunted…

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115. Deathbed Confessions: Small Town Murder // I Am DB Cooper 42:28

10d ago42:28

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A In 1957, a man approached a young girl in Illinois and asked if she wanted a piggyback. That was the last time she was seen alive And in 1971, a man known as "DB Cooper" hijacked a plane, stole $200,000, and disappeared without a trace. Both of these cases involved shocking confessions that were made with dying breaths. TW: child death, kidnappin…

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Episode 317 - The Curse of the Iceman: A 5,300-Year-Old Murder Mystery 56:16

14d ago56:16

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High in the frozen Alps, a man flees through the snow, his breath ragged, his body battered. Blood—his own or someone else’s—drips onto the ice. A shadow looms. A blade flashes. Darkness takes him. Fast forward 5,300 years. When hikers stumble upon his withered body, they unknowingly unleash one of the most chilling archaeological mysteries of all …

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Encounters x276 - A Witch is Born: Paranormal Stories of Power, Premonition & Mystery 56:23

17d ago56:23

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Some say witches are made. Others say they’re born. 🌙✨ In this chilling episode, we uncover listener stories of eerie premonitions, supernatural gifts, and witchy bloodlines that defy explanation. These spine-tingling tales will make you wonder: Is magic in the DNA? Stories include: A family who have clear and accurate visions of their unborn child…

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114. Ghosts on the Appalachian Trail, Creature Encounters in The Backwoods, and more Listener Stories 39:46

17d ago39:46

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A man sees someone who might not exist on the Appalachian Trail. Someone is lead into the forrest by strange lights, and one woman smells something decomposing coming from a closet on her campus… These are Listener Stories, sent in from you guys. Get stickers! https://shop.heartstartspounding.com/ Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to becom…

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Episode 316 - Caught on Camera: Evidence of Bigfoot & Hawaii's Nightmarchers 1:15:08

21d ago1:15:08

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Some say seeing is believing—but what about hearing? In this episode, we investigate actual recordings, chilling photos, and video evidence that could prove the existence of ancient warrior spirits, Bigfoot, and other paranormal entities. Bigfoot: Howls, Growls and Massive Footprints Corinne can barely contain herself as we break down first-hand ac…

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Encounters x275 - Paranormal Pets & The Rainbow Bridge 53:40

24d ago53:40

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Our pets do more than keep us company—they protect us from unseen forces, deliver messages from the beyond, and sometimes reveal a little too much about the paranormal world. 🐾 We’re talking: A cat who spoke a warning in a human voice. Was it just a dream, or did this feline guardian save her human from a dark entity? A listener recalls seeing her …

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113. North Sea Horror: Terrifying Creatures, Lost Cities, and Submersible Disasters 41:32

24d ago41:32

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The North Sea has the internet talking about how scary it is, but did you know people have been terrified of the sea for Centuries? Let's take a morbid tour through the history of the North Sea and talk about creatures from legends, the lost city that supposedly sits at the bottom of it, and the disaster known as the Byford Dolphin Incident. Get st…

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Episode 315 - The Vampire Epidemic of Medveđa: A True Horror Story 1:03:43

28d ago1:03:43

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Episode 315 - The Vampire Epidemic of Medveđa: A True Horror Story What if we told you that one of the most terrifying vampire stories ever… is actually documented in government records? 😱 In this episode, we unearth the chilling legend of Arnold Paole, a Serbian soldier whose alleged undead rampage left an entire town convinced that vampires were …

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Encounters x274 - Paranormal Potluck 51:19

1M ago51:19

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This week, we let fate decide as we pull topics at random, leading us down a rabbit hole of sweet, sexy and sinister stories. Who knows where the conversation will take us – From ghostly whispers to spine-tingling personal experiences, every story is a mystery waiting to unfold. Will we summon a spirit from the archives? Stumble into a conspiracy? …

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112. Morbid Medicine: Spontaneous Human Combustion 43:55

1M ago43:55

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On December 22nd, 2010, a man named Michael Faherty was found in his home nearly burned to ash. Nothing else around him had been touched by the fire, however. The official coroners report read: Spontaneous Human Combustion But what is SHC, and why does it happen? Let’s take a morbid little tour through history Get stickers! https://shop.heartstarts…

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Haunted with Jake Haendel of Blink 51:39

1M ago51:39

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Haunted with Jake Haendel of Blink Life can be stranger than fiction, and that’s why our guest this month is a perfect addition to the weird world of Two Girls One Ghost! Corinne’s co-creator and subject of the podcast Blink, Jake Haendel, joins us to share some supernatural elements of his story. Blink tells the unbelievable true story of Jake, a …

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111. Has The Martin Family Been Found? Case Updates And Answering Your Darkly Curious Questions // My Mailbag 40:27

1M ago40:27

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Has the Martin Family's car been found in the Columbia River? What happened to the Brazilian poisoner who tried to kill her husbands family? What is Hantavirus, the incredibly rare illness that killed Gene Hackman's wife? I'm opening my mailbag today to ask some of your burning darkly curious questions TW: references but not not descriptions of the…

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Episode 314 - The Book No One Can Read: The Voynich Manuscript Mystery 52:20

1M ago52:20

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Episode 314 - The Book No One Can Read: The Voynich Manuscript Mystery A 600-year-old book written in an unknown language, bizarre botanical illustrations that don’t exist on Earth, and a possible wizard on the run—this episode dives into the biggest literary mystery of all time. This is the unreadable book, the Voynich Manuscript. We explore its e…

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Encounters x273 - Demonic Hauntings & Real Life Possessions 55:07

1M ago55:07

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Encounters x273 - Demonic Hauntings & Real Life Possessions This episode is not for the faint of heart & we highly recommend setting intentions and protecting yourself and your space prior to listening - because our podcast has a way of reaching beyond and through the veil and into your homes. From sleepovers in haunted houses to whispered warnings…

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110. Backwoods Horror: Unexplained Disappearances in the Alaska Triangle 49:24

1M ago49:24

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A man disappears in the middle of a race. A woman walks into the woods and is never seen again. And a small town called Portlock swears there is something evil stalking them in the Woods. Some say there’s something supernatural happening in the ‘Alaskan Triangle’ Anyone having contact or information regarding Valerie Sifsof is asked to contact the …

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Episode 313 - The Raven Mocker & The Squonk | Haunted Appalachia Cryptids (Part Three) 1:06:27

1M ago1:06:27

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Episode 313 - Appalachia's Saddest Cryptid & A Shape-Shifting Witch | Haunted Appalachia (Part 3) From soul-stealing cryptids to the saddest creature you’ve never heard of, we’re wrapping up our three-part deep dive into the eerie folklore of one of the most mysterious regions in the U.S. This week, we’re unraveling the legend of The Raven Mocker—a…

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Encounters x272 - Aliens Among Us 54:08

2M ago54:08

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Stolen Organs, Lost Time & UFO Messages in Cabbage?! That's right, this week, we are covering ALIENS! Strap in, fantoms—this week, we’re trading haunted houses for something out of this world. We’re diving into real-life encounters with extraterrestrials, and let’s just say... the stories are mind-melting. Missing organs with no surgical scars? UFO…

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109. Glennon Engleman: The Serial Killer Dentist 51:45

2M ago51:45

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Dentist by day, con man and serial killer by night. Glennon Englelman manipulated the woman around him to kill their loved ones in a get rich quick scheme, leaving a trail of devastation in his wake. TW: References to sexual abuse Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to bo…

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Episode 312- The Devil's Playground | Haunted Appalachia (Part 2) 1:04:27

2M ago1:04:27

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Deep in the misty heart of Appalachia, where ancient mountains whisper secrets and shadows stretch just a little too long, there’s a legend lurking at every turn. In this chilling episode, we step into the Devil’s domain—literally. From the eerie Devil’s Tramping Ground, where nothing dares grow, to the ominous Devil’s Looking Glass, where the Prin…

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Encounters x271 - Heartfelt Hauntings 55:57

2M ago55:57

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Not all ghost stories are meant to terrify—some remind us that love lingers beyond the veil. This episode takes us beyond the usual chills and into the heartwarming realm of the paranormal. From spirits who send messages in unexpected ways to a lost soul finally finding peace, these encounters reveal just how strong the connection between worlds ca…

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108. Australia's Most Haunted Prisons 47:34

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Does the devil stalk the Isle of the Dead near the Port Arthur Prison? And what supernatural force keeps people out of cell 17 at Old Melbourne Gaol? TW: references to child death Port Arthur Ghost Photo Referenced: https://www.reddit.com/r/ParanormalEncounters/comments/1b80att/just_got_back_from_port_arthur_ghost_tour_and/#lightbox Subscribe on Pa…

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Episode 311 - Appalachia | Lore and Superstitions (Part 1) 1:16:57

2M ago1:16:57

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If you see something, no you didn't. If you hear something, no you didn't. We are diving into one of the most haunted places in the world: the Appalachian Mountain Range. These ancient mountains contain secrets, curses, beats, and cannibals. It's a place where you must rely on all of your senses to survive. In the first episode of a three part seri…

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Encounters x270 - Ghost Stories from Haunted Colleges & Universities 56:35

2M ago56:35

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This week, we’re diving into chilling tales from haunted colleges and creepy dormitories—because apparently, student loans aren’t the only thing haunting students these days. Get ready for: A possible possession in a New Hampshire frat house attic—complete with winter flies (yikes) and holy water. Footsteps echoing from a non-existent fifth floor—s…

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107. Starvation Cult Uncovered in Backwoods of Kenya 54:32

2M ago54:32

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In 2024, over 600 bodies were found buried in shallow graves on a compound in the Shakahola forest. Paul Mackenzie had told his followers if they reduced their food intake, they would meet Jesus. This left many with the question- how did things get this bad? Trigger warning: Child abuse Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member …

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Haunted with Heart Starts Pounding Podcast | A Paranormal Investigation of the Haunted Henry Derby House in Salem, MA 1:16:16

2M ago1:16:16

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Spooky friends, get ready for one of our most chilling investigations yet! We teamed up with Kaeyln Moore of Heart Starts Pounding for a deep dive into the haunted Henry Derby House in Salem, Massachusetts—a home with ties to the Salem Witch Trials and a reputation for ghostly activity. What started as a routine ghost hunt quickly turned into somet…

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106. Staying In The Most Haunted Airbnb in Salem (Feat. Two Girls One Ghost) 49:52

2M ago49:52

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In part one of our series, I chat with Corinne and Sabrina from the Two Girls One Ghost podcast from inside the most haunted Airbnb in Salem, Massachusetts, The Henry Derby House. We talk about the dark history of the house, how it was involved in the Salem Witch Trials, and the entities people have reported seeing inside. Check out part two, where…

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Episode 310 - The Telepathy Tapes 1:15:41

2M ago1:15:41

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There is a group of people who are living amongst us, who openly, freely, and easily read minds. We binged The Telepathy Tapes, a new podcast by Ky Dickens , and our minds are reeling at the potential of accessing telepathy, the collective consciousness, and the astral plane. How can we talk to trees and access the library in the sky? How to we cha…

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Encounters x269 - Ghosts Caught on Camera 56:21

2M ago56:21

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Hold onto your butts, because this episode is a VISUAL FEAST of ghostly encounters! 👀👻 We asked, and you delivered—our listeners sent in some of the most chilling, unexplainable ghost photos we’ve ever seen. From full-body apparitions lurking in cemeteries to shadow figures watching from the depths of haunted asylums, these images will make even th…

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105: Backrooms Horror 40:37

2M ago40:37

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In 2019, a photo of a liminal office space spawned a whole genre of horror called The Backrooms. But what are they, and what entities lurk inside? And are they a real place where some people actually get trapped? Check out Kane Pixels on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kanepixels Check out the Backrooms Wiki: https://backrooms-wiki.wikidot.com/ S…

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Episode 309 - A Murder in the Walls: The Haunting of the Foley House Inn 58:27

2M ago58:27

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This Valentine's Day, prepare yourself for a twisted love story that will leave you questioning what's truly buried in the past. In this chilling episode, we dive into the eerie history of Savannah’s first bed and breakfast, the Foley House Inn, where a deadly obsession leads to murder and dark secrets hidden within the very walls of the building. …

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Encounters x268 - Paranormal Dreams 50:49

2M ago50:49

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Ever had a dream so vivid, so real, that it left you shaken the next morning? Imagine being stalked in your sleep by a stranger who can literally enter your dreams. One listener recounts her unsettling encounters with a man who infiltrated her dreams and life, leaving a trail of fear and confusion. Could he be human, demon, or something else entire…

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