Scary Stories for the Soul: Recent Episodes
Isabel Cortes
Scary Stories for the Soul is a podcast of scary stories based on real life hauntings, folklore, and the people who have been touched by the supernatural, demonic, and down right creepy.
Edward Mordrake was a handsome, wealthy young man with a deep secret - a parasitic, evil face lived on the back of his head, whispering atrocities so great that it eventually cost Mordrake his life.
Paintings are fraught with emotions, whether they be anger, sadness, or joy. Some paintings hold spirits and the blood of those who painted them. Sometimes when you look at a painting, it’s stares right back at you.
Games are never just games, we already know that. But Robin and Christine are about to learn that lesson the hard way when they insist on playing “The Chair Game,” a supposedly haunted game form their childhoods.
Hide and seek, tag, and cooties, all staples of our childhood, right? But did you know that some of your favorite childhood games could be hiding something dark and scary in their histories?? Let’s talk about it!
Agnes Sampson is one of the most well-known women who was murdered during the Scottish Witch trails, and yet there is so much of her story we don’t know. Let’s talk about the Agnes Sampson, the involuntary witch of Scotland. Please visit The Witches of Scotland’s website to learn more about their campaign for Justice. https://www.witchesofscotland.com
HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Here’s an original short story “Xochi and La Lechuza.” We also spend some time listening to some real La Lechuza encounters from Reddit users online! https://www.reddit.com/r/scarystories/comments/ch0s6j/la_lechuza_the_owl_witch_true_story/?rdt=59264. https://www.reddit.com/r/skinwalkers/comments/z247n5/anybody_hear_of_la_lechuza/
Not all owls give us warm and fuzzy feelings, like the one from the Tootsie Pop commercial’s, or even Hedwig from the Harry Potter books. Some owls incite fear into the hearts of those who hear it’s call. This episode we soar into the legend of La Lechuza, the shapeshifting owl witch of Latin and Hispanic American folklore.
Marie Laveau is the most popular and powerful Voodoo practitioner in American history. Let’s explore the life of the woman commonly referred to as the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans.
Week 1 of our special Halloween series is about Baba Yaga, the child-eating Crone of Slavic folklore! But is she more than just a hungry witch searching for her next meal? Let’s talk about Baba Yaga’s place in folklore, and how she aides people in their journeys of self actualization.
We’re so used to looking at ourselves in a mirror, that we never question whether that’s OUR reflection staring back at us. But could that be someone, or some thing, else in the mirror? Let’s talk about mirrors and their ghostly connection to the world of the dead!
The Titanic was a modern marvel meant to be unsinkable, until it met its watery grave at the bottom of the North Atlantic Ocean. This episode we talk about the lead up to Titanic’s sinking, the men and women who did what they could to save the souls aboard, and the subsequent aftermath of such a tragic demise.
Has someone ever saved your life but when you turned to thank them, you were completely alone? This week we explore the phenomena known as the Third Man Effect, and how it has changed lives all over the world. We also hear the story of a man who was saved by a mysterious force and changed forever.
On today’s episode we dive into the true story of sisters Christine and Lea Papin, and what led them to commit one of Frances most heinous murders to date. Disclaimer: This episode mentions instances of sexual abuse, as well as graphic violence.
Some people inherit familial traits, while others inherit family curses. Let’s discuss some of the most famous generational curses in folklore. We’ll also meet Maribel Padilla, who inherited something sinister after her absent mothers death.
How far would you go to speak to the ones who you have loved and lost? Let’s explore the endearing story of Bess Houdini, and her search for her husband in the afterlife. And let’s hear about someone who would do anything to talk to her beloved just one last time.
Lighthouses are more than just beacons for lost ships, they’re also beacons for lost souls and hold more than their fair share of secrets and deaths.
Will-o’-the-Wisps have been known to both enchant and entrap unsuspecting nature lovers all around the world. This episode we’ll learn about those pesky wisps and about a woman who found herself trapped in the woods with them.
Changelings are curious and dangerous creatures, capable of switching out your loved ones for one of their own without you even knowing. Let us teach you how to detect and defeat a Changeling before it’s too late.
The story of Practical Paul and his misadventures with the fairy ring as told by voice actor Casey Hills.
What better way to celebrate Christmas than by learning about Krampus, Santa’s more terrifying companion. Krampus punishes naughty kids with more than just coal, a lesson that a particularly naughty child named Avery learns when he’s visited by the Yule demon.
Fairy rings are portals to the world of fairies. Transporting yourself seems like a wonderful idea, but it’s very much not. Dreadful consequences await those who enter or disturb fairy rings. Consequences that a man named Paul, Practical Paul to his friends, discovers during a trip to a County Mayo, Ireland.
Welcome all to the Winchester Mystery House! Here you’ll learn about the elusive and withdrawn Sarah Winchester who at the behest of a medium and the spirits who visited her, built a house for spirits to reside in. You’ll also hear a story about a young woman named Annie who set out to prove to her friends that she wasn’t as tame and afraid as they thought, but little did she know that there are some things we should be afraid of.
An original dark fairytale in honor of Samhain. Mare is a man who has lived his whole life in Blackwood Village. The villagers think he’s a demon, a dark being in league with the creatures who dwell within the forest. But it’s not true, that is until, cruelty takes his best friend, and he finally gives the people what they want, a monster.
An original horror story in honor of Devil’s Night! Something terrifying is happening to Alejandro’s grandmother. But is her change in personality her own fault, or is someone, or something to blame?
A fear of the ocean isn’t that uncommon, especially when you’ve heard stories of what might be floating in the endlessness of its waters. Josephine is one of those people who’s afraid, and after an encounter with the fabled Flying Dutchman, she learns that her fears might just be valid.
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Black Aggie is the haunted statue of a weeping woman who marks the grave of General Felix Agnus. It’s said that the statue is haunted and that anyone who messes with it reaps ugly rewards. Christopher is one of those people who decided to mess with it, and reaped some very ugly rewards.
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Dylan Dullahan doesn’t believe in the Headless Horseman, but when he accepts a bet from his high school students, he finds out the horseman is real, and deadly.
What would you confess to if provoked by a ghost from your past? Today we talk about Shelby Helene Adelaide, the inventor of a curious confession apparatus that combined the law with the supernatural. We also hear a story as to what might have motivated her to build such a machine, and why she never invented anything else again.
It’s the demon series finale! Let’s talk about Valac, the demon made famous by The Conjuring series, and everything that the films got wrong and what they got right. We also hear a story about a man who just wanted a friend, so when he got one, he overlooked some suspicious and odd behavior. Sometimes trusting the wrong person can beak your heart, but trusting the right one can bring unbelievable rewards.
Part 5 of the 6 part series on demons from around the world revolves around Nasu, the death defiling demon of Zoroastrianism. We also hear the story of a young woman who just wanted to say goodbye to her deceased uncle, only to be targeted by a malicious demon.
Part 4 of the 6 part series following demons from around the world centers around Iblis, the angel turned demon appointed by Allah to tempt the wicked. We also hear the story of a painter who would do anything to enraptured the likeness of the infamous demon, but will he go too far?
Part 3 of our deep dive into demons from around the world follows Samael, the angel turned demon from Jewish mythology. Learn about his fall from heaven, and whether or not people still consider him a member of the heavenly host. We also hear a story about Samael and how his hatred for Adam and Eve led to his demise. TheRoseGoldBoudoir on Etsy
On part 2 of the 6 part deep dive into demons from around the world, we discuss Lilith and her evolution from child-killer and promiscuous demon, to icon of female independence.
On part 1 on the 6 part see dive in demons from around the world, we explore the history of Pazuzu, the demon made popular by the film, The Exorcist. We also hear a story about a pregnant who was desperate for protection against dark forces, and read a fan email about her personal experiences with a ouija board. Scarystoriesforthesoul2020@gmail.com
Have you ever felt like you were so love you were losing your mind? On this episode we learn about Anna Baker and the creation of her haunted wedding dress. We also hear the story of a spooky bride who thought she had an amazing idea for her wedding. Unfortunately for her, a desperate spirit was about to come down and derail her plans and her life.
The Palazzo Dario is one of the most beautiful homes in Venice, Italy. It also happens to be one of the most haunted, and most deadly. On this episode we walk through the palace's bloody history, and we hear a story about two sisters who wanted to make this notorious home their own. Will the spirits allow them to live in peace? Or will they be another terrifying chapter in the Palazzo's history?
Has your child ever told you that there was a ghost in their room? Did you believe them? If you didn’t, then maybe that wasn’t the best thing to do. On this episode we talk about children’s ability to see ghosts and why they are more inclined to do so. We also hear the story of a dad in denial, until a ghostly visitor turned violent.
Has your dog ever barked into the corner of a shadowy room? Has your cat ever stared into the empty space behind you, deep in thought? On this episode we talk about animals, and their special ability to see the supernatural.
Thin places are places where the real and physical, meet the strange and unusual. But what happens when people become thin places too?
On today’s episode we hear a story inspired by a young woman who was able to escape Elizabeth Bathory’s notorious murder castle..
Happy Halloween! Listen closely as we walk through the ancient origins of Halloween and how modern times keep some of those traditions alive. We also hear the story of a girl who thought that Halloween was all a commercial-ploy, but ended celebration something far more ancient.
On this episode we visit some of Hollywood’s most cursed horror movies and the damage that they caused. We also hear the story of a duo who stepped into a terrible curse in an attempt to make a great horror movie.
On this special episode we talk about Vlad the Impaler, the murderous man who supposedly inspired Bram Stokers’ famous novel Dracula.
On this episode of our special Haunted Halloween series, we dive deep into the real life story of the most prolific female serial killer in history, Elizabeth Báthory, most commonly known as the Blood Countess. She is responsible for the death of over 300 girls and yet never actually paid for her crimes.
In the first of a 4 part of series of Haunted Halloween episodes, we dive into the spirits that haunt Poveglia Island, the most haunted island on earth. We also hear the story of a journalist who was so hellbent on getting a good story, she was willing to risk it all.
On this special episode of the podcast, we retell the story of the Bell Witch and the haunting of the Bell family.
On this weeks episode of Scary Stories for the Soul, we take a deep dive into the Jewish legend of the Dybbuk and the Dybbuk box that contains them.
On this new episode of Scary Stories for the Soul, we delve into the Irish folklore of the Banshee, and we hear a story about a young woman who tried to ignore the cry of the Banshee and lived to regret it.
On this episode, Isabel takes a deep dive into sleep paralysis and it’s paranormal connections. We also hear the story of a doctor who tried her hardest to explain the phenomena scientifically, but came up on the supernatural side of things.
On tonight’s episode of Scary Stories for the Soul, we learn about La Sayona, the Venezuelan spirit that torments and kills unfaithful men. We also hear the story of a heartbroken woman, her deceitful husband, and how La Sayona takes her revenge.
This episode we delve into different funerary and burial practices from across the globe, and how people from around the world honor their dead. We also hear the story of a man who is haunted by the spirit of a dead loved one and has to right a wrong to set himself free.
Tonight's episode talks about EVP's, or Electronic Voice Phenomena, and how people have been using the phenomena for years to try and contact the dead. Listeners also hear the story of a woman who was so desperate to contact a lost loved one, that she became blind to the dangers of opening up those lines of communication, and ended up contacting something dangerous.
During this half-episode, Isabel and her sisters, Sandra & Georgette, discuss the Bloody Mary legend and how each of them have different versions of the urban legend and how you're supposed to play. Different years have different versions of the classic tale.
The episode digs into the legend of Bloody Mary, it’s origins, the different ways to play, and we hear a story about a girl who played and paid the price.
This episode we go through the various versions of the legend of La Llorona and we hear the story of a boy who tangled with her and lived with the consequences.
This episode I recount my own experience with a haunted/creepy doll and how the interaction changed my perception of spirits and dolls in general.
Today we talk about haunted and possessed dolls, the legend of Robert the Doll, and we hear the story of a mans whose childhood doll never outgrew him
I read your Ouija board experiences and talk about my own personal experience with something resembling a Ouija board.
In episode 1 we talk about Ouija Boards, their history, how the board got it's name, and we listen to a story about 3 girls who messed with something they were not prepared to deal with.