The Grey Ghost of Kinchafoonee Creek
Moonlight Lore
Boy, it sure has been awhile hasn't it? I am happy to finally share with you all a new episode about a lesser-known encounter with a hulking, terrifying cryptid dubiously named: "The Grey Ghost of Kinchafoonee." In 1955, a young forestry working was out triming rows of overgrown grass in the backcountry of the State of Georgia, when a peculiar sound caught his attention. Curious, he abandoned his duties to investigate and upon entering the nearby woods found he was not alone... Craving more episodes? Keep up to date by following the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, or wherever you...
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Donora's Darkest Days
Moonlight Lore
In the earliest years of the 20th century, the nuisance that is pollution was rarely understood nor taken seriously. Foundaries across the planet spewed forth black clouds while the rest of society carried on, blissfully unaware of the disasterous effects it potentially had on our lives. For the denizens of the small city of Donora, they would undergo a horrendous experience that would soon awaken everyone to the dangers of what those dark clouds could carry... Craving more episodes? Keep up to date by following the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, or wherever you may be listening to the...
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Fear on the Frontier: The Bauman Incident
Moonlight Lore
In the mid-1800s, two fur trappers had found their way deep into the backwoods that make up the forgotten reaches of the BitterRoot Mountains. Their mission was to aquire pelts, a tedious task both had assumed would be an easy feat to accomplish. Their bounty should have been plentiful in the isolating woods, however, set back after set back forced them to journey deeper into the unknown wilds. It was here, while hunting for beaver, they would realize they were not alone. Something was watching them. Following them. And soon, the tables would turn and the hunters would become the hunted......
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The Colourful Characters of Christmas Part 4: Frau Perchta
Moonlight Lore
Welcome back to the final installment of this month's series: "The Colourful Characters of Christmas!" It has been incredibly fun exploring all the different beliefs and tradition that make this holiday season so special, but there is one figure who we have yet to touch on, and she is possibly the most terrifying of them all. Her name is Frau Perchta, a christmas witch found in Alpine folklore, who wanders the villages with a pair of oversized scissors, ready to cut open the bellys of ill-behaved children. I hope you all enjoy this final episode, as well as a sneak peek at the latest...
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The Colourful Characters of Christmas Part 3: The Mari Lwyd
Moonlight Lore
Welcome back to the third part of this month's series: "The Colourful Characters of Christmas." This week's subject is the unique, and rather baffling tradition of the Mari Lwyd wandering up to peoples homes beckoning them to allow it entry. It certainly is an interesting custom with an immense history behind it, so please, grab some hot cocoa, a warm blanket, and settle in to hear all about this magical character! Craving more episodes? Keep up to date by following the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, Youtube, or wherever you may be listening to the show! Don't forget to give the podcast a...
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The Colourful Characters of Christmas Part 2: The Tomten
Moonlight Lore
Welcome back to the second episode of my colourful characters of christmas series, where I am delving into obscure legends that make the holidays so unique! This week I delve into the nature and behaviour of the Swedish version of father christmas, the Tomten. They are whimsical bearded folk to enjoy tending to the needs of their chosen farms, and ensure those who were well behaved throughout the year are well rewarded for their efforts. I hope you enjoy this light-hearted tale! Craving more episodes? Keep up to date by following the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, Youtube, or wherever you...
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The Colourful Characters of Christmas Part 1: Hans Trapp
Moonlight Lore
Welcome to the first episode of my colourful characters of christmas series, where I am delving into obscure legends of the horrifying side of the holidays! I hope you enjoy these shorter episodes this month, and I do hope you enjoy this particular episode regarding the Cannibal Christmas Scarecrow: Hans Trapp! Enjoy your holiday season! Craving more episodes? Keep up to date by following the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, Youtube, or wherever you may be listening to the show! Don't forget to give the podcast a 5 Star review and share with your friends and family! Looking for more...
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Hunting the Gorbals Vampire
Moonlight Lore
What if you were told that there was a creature lurking in the shadows of your nearby graveyard, waiting for potential prey? A creature that had the appearance of a man, but the teeth and prowess of a beast; a creature that had claimed the lives of two innocent children, and was still on the loose... What would you do? The spellbinding story of the Gorbals Vampire, a legend that once terrified and fascinated the children of Glasgow, Scotland, in the autumn of 1954. A legend that sparked a frenzy of fear and courage, as hundreds of children took up arms against the monstrosity rumoured to sulk...
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The Peculiar Life of Mr. Fritz
Moonlight Lore
Life inside a WW2 concentration camp was less than ideal for many reason: the meager food rations, the torture, the looming fear of executions. It's amazing there were some who managed to embue their fellow prisoners with hope; and none could do it better than Mr. Fritz. He was an eccentric fellow, always sharing a smile on his face and was quick to instill a sense of laughter in those who would have otherwise have broken long ago if it wasn't for him. However, something odd seemed to follow him. From early on, the peculiar little doll who had managed to erapture so many lives, seemed to have...
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The Hellhound of Valle Crucis
Moonlight Lore
Nestled amidst the rugged mountain ranges and dense woodlands that shield if from the rest of North Carolina, Valle Crucis, meaning "Valley of the Cross," is a modest, yet astonishing town. Though, despite its picturesque isolation, an enduring fear hangs over the community. Throughout its history, Valle Crucis has weathered numerous challenges, yet none perhaps as formidable as the fabled hellhound said to roam on its outskirts... Craving more episodes? Keep up to date by following the podcast on Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, or wherever you may be listening to the show! Don't forget to...
info_outlineHow safe is your home right now? It may feel safe in the moment, but truly, is there enough precautions in place to keep the dangers of the world outside? Is it enough to stop those who want to watch you? To get into your home? To break into your mind?
For a family in Westfield, New Jersey, their new house they had only just purchased was supposed to be a sanctuary, just like yours and mine are supposed to be. But they would soon find out, no manner of locks, drawn curtains, or constant surveillance would be enough to deter the Watcher...
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